This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.
...........................ControlLocations.66
............................InstrumentPanel.67
..........InstrumentPanelIndicators.69
.............................................Gauges.82
.............Multi-InformationDisplay.87
ControlsNeartheSteering
.........................................Wheel.123
WindshieldWipersand
.................................Washers.124
RearWindowWiperand
...................................Washer.125
.........TurnSignalandHeadlights.126
...............HazardWarningButton.130
...............RearWindowDefogger.130
......InstrumentPanelBrightness.131
........SteeringWheelAdjustment.133
.............................KeysandLocks.134
......................ImmobilizerSystem.135
..............................IgnitionSwitch.137
....................................DoorLocks.138
............ChildproofDoorLocks.144
.............TailgateandGlassHatch.144
..........................PowerTailgate.145
.....................RemoteTransmitter.150
...............................................Seats.154
...................DetachableAnchor.162
..................................SeatHeaters.164
............................PowerWindows.165
.......................................Moonroof.168
...............................ParkingBrake.169
...........................................Mirrors.170
DrivingPositionMemory
........................................System.173
...............................InteriorLights.176
.........InteriorConvenienceItems.179
.........................CenterConsole.180
.......ConsoleCompartments.180
.....................BeverageHolders.181
..............StorageCompartment.182
..................................GloveBox.183
..............IntegratedSunshades.183
....................SunglassesHolder.183
................ConversationMirror.184
...................................SunVisor.184
............................VanityMirror.185
................................CoatHooks.185
.......................SeatUnderTray.185
........AccessoryPowerSockets.186
.......................ACPowerOutlet.187
.............................CargoHooks.188
CargoFloorStorage
........................Compartment.188
..................................CargoNet.189
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
65
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These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the driver’s
door lock. You can keep the glove
boxlockedwhenyouleaveyour
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
f acility.
The valet key does not contain a
battery. Do not try to take it apart.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
Keys and Locks
134
KEY NUMBERTAG
MASTER KEYWITH REMOTETRANSMITTER
VALET KEY(Light Gray)
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Interior Convenience Items
Inst rument s and Cont rols
179
SUN VISORVANITY MIRROR
GROCERY HOOK
ARMREST/BEVERAGE HOLDER
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
SUNGLASSES HOLDERCONVERSATION MIRRORACCESSORY POWER SOCKETINTEGRATED SUNSHADE
BEVERAGE HOLDERS
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
GLOVE BOX
COAT HOOK
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To open the sunglasses holder, push
on the f ront edge. Make sure the
holder is closed while you are driving.
Some larger styles of sunglasses
may not f it in the holder.
Each rear door has an integrated
sunshade. To use a sunshade, hold
the tab on the top, and pull the
sunshade all the way up. Insert the
holes on the sunshade into the hooks
on the window f rame.
Open the glove box by pulling up on
thehandle.Closeitwithafirmpush.
Lock or unlock the glove box with
the master key.
The glove box light comes on when
the parking lights are on.
CONT INUED
On Touring models
Interior Convenience Items
Sunglasses HolderIntegrated SunshadesGlove Box
Inst rument s and Cont rols
183
TAB
HOOK
SUNGLASSES HOLDER
Push
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
inacrash,evenifthe
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.
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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:
Glove box
Rear cargo area, including the
second and third row seats when
folded flat
Console compartment
Storage compartment
Door and seat-back pockets
Roof -rack (if equipped)
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can af f ect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsaf e. Bef ore carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
f ollowing pages.
Carrying Cargo
404
GLOVE BOX
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
SEAT-BACK POCKETS
CARGO AREA/UNDER FLOOR STORAGE WELL
DOOR POCKETS
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
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Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
underneath and interf ere with the
proper operation of the seats, the
sensors under the seats, or the
driver’s ability to operate the
pedals.
If you carry any items on a roof
rack,besurethetotalweightof
the rack and the items does not
exceed 165 lbs (75 kg).
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Ref er to the inf ormation
that came with your roof rack.
Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If youfolddownthesecondor
third row seats, tie down items
that could be thrown about the
vehicle during a crash or sudden
stop.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
Keep all cargo below the bottom
of the windows. If it is higher, it
could interf ere with the proper
operation of the side curtain
airbags.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the
tailgate or the glass hatch, exhaust
gas can enter the passenger area.
To avoid the possibility of
,followthe
instructions on page .61
Carrying Cargo in the Passenger
Compartment
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo A rea
or on a Roof Rack
carbon
monoxide poisoning
Carrying Cargo
Bef ore Driving
407
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The 7-pin trailer connector is needed
f or the trailer lights. To connect the
connector, do this:
Make sure the connector and the
socketarefreeof dirt,moisture,
or other f oreign material.
Open the socket lid by pulling it up.
Your vehicle has a class 3 trailer
hitch as standard equipment.
We recommend that you have your
dealer install a Honda wiring harness
and converter. This harness has
been designed f or your vehicle.
If you use a non-Honda trailer
lighting harness and converter, you
can get the connector and pins that
mate with the connector in your
vehicle f rom your dealer.
Since lighting and wiring vary with
trailer type and brand, you should
also have a qualif ied mechanic install
a suitable connector between the
vehicleandthetrailer.
The jumper harness and trailer
brakefusearestoredintheglove
box.
Also see page f or trailer-related
inf ormation.
1.
2.
441
On Touring models
Towing a Trailer
Connect ing t he T railer Connect orsTowing Equipment
444
TRAILER HITCH
7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTORLID
7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR
SOCKET
RETAINING TAB
RETAINING TAB
7-PIN TRAILERCONNECTOR
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ExpectantMothers,UseofSeat
........................................Beltsby.20
..........................Fan,Interior.193,202
Features,Comfortand
..............................Convenience.191
....................FillingtheFuelTank.395
Filters
.........................DustandPollen.490
...............................................Oil.473
...........Flashers,HazardWarning.130
...................FlatTire,Changinga.509
.....................................FloorMats.491
Fluids
..........AutomaticTransmission.478
..........................................Brake.481
..........................PowerSteering.482
.......................RearDifferential.480
...................TransferAssembly.480
..................WindshieldWasher.477
FMStereoRadio
...................................Reception.308
.....................................FogLights.128
..............FoldingtheSecondSeat.160
.................FoldingtheThirdSeat.161
........................Four-wayFlashers.130
............................FrontAirbags.11,29
......................................FrontSeat.154
....................................Adjusting.154
...................................Airbags.11,29
.......................................Heaters.164
.................................................Fuel.394
......................FillDoorandCap.395
...........................................Gauge.82
................OctaneRequirement.394
...............................Oxygenated.394
........................ReserveIndicator.80
........................Tank,Fillingthe.395
......................TightenFuelCap.396
...............................FuelEconomy.399
.....................Fuses,Checkingthe.525
.............HalogenHeadlightBulbs.483
...........................HandsFreeLink.361
..............................HFLButtons.361
............HazardWarningFlashers.130
...............GasMileage,Improving.400
.........................................Gasoline.394
...........................................Gauge.82
.....................LowFuelIndicator.80
................OctaneRequirement.394
........................Tank,Refueling.395
................GasStationProcedures.395
Gauges
...EngineCoolantTemperature.82
...............................................Fuel.82
...............................Speedometer.82
.................................Tachometer.82
GAWR(GrossAxleWeight
.......................................Rating).435
GCWR(GrossCombinedWeight
.......................................Rating).436
............GearshiftLeverPositions.413
...................................GlassHatch.148
......................................GloveBox.183
GVWR(GrossVehicleWeight
.......................................Rating).435
Index
G
H
F
IV
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