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If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact spare. It should be set to the speciied pressure.Speciied Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h).Replace with a full size tire as soon as possible. The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are speciically for this model.Do not use them with another vehicle.Do not use another type of compact spare tire or wheel with your vehicle. Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire. If a chain-mounted front tire goes lat, remove one of the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact spare tire. Remove the lat front tire and replace it will the full size tire that was removed from the rear. Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full size tire repaired or replaced.
Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
1.
Put the shift lever in
2.
P (CVT).
Put the shift lever in
R (manual transmission).
Set the parking brake.
3.
Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
4.
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Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
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Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine, then open the hood.
1. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle’s battery
terminal.
Connect the other end of the first jumper
2.
cable to the assisting vehicle’s
terminal.
Use a 12 volt booster battery only.
Connect the second jumper cable to the
3.
assisting vehicle’s
terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine. If your vehicle is connected to another
5.
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its rpm slightly. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If
6.
it turns over slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable ends to touch each other while attaching or detaching the jumper cables. Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
Assisting
Vehicle’s Battery
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating Overheating symptoms are as follows:The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
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Steam is coming out of the engine compartment.
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First Thing to Do
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Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
1.
Put the shift lever to P (CVT) or N (manual transmission) and set the
parking brake. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
No steam coming out:
2. Keep the engine running and open the hood.
Steam coming out: Turn off the engine and wait until steam goes away.
Then, open the hood.
How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE Continuing to drive with the high temperature indicator on may damage the engine.
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you. Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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Reasons for the Indicator to Come On
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
What to Do as Soon as the Indicator Comes On
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Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
1.
If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
2.
What to Do After Parking the Vehicle
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Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
1.
Open the hood and check the oil level.
2.
Add oil as necessary.
Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
3.
The light goes out: Start driving again.
The light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
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Index
Index G to I
Fuel Economy ..............................................................234
Fuel Fill Cap
............................................................21, 2 32
Message ........................................................................
301
Fuel Fill Door
.........................................................21, 2 32
Fuses
...................................................................................304
Inspecting and Changing ....................................
307
Locations .....................................................................
304
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ......................................................................
234
Gauge ................................................................................
81
Information .................................................................
231
Instant Fuel Economy ..............................................
82
Low Fuel Indicator ......................................................
70
Refueling .......................................................................
232
Gauges
.................................................................................81
Gear Shift Lever Positions
..................................207
Manual Transmission .............................................
207
Glass (Care)
...................................................................284
Glove Box
........................................................................125
H
Halogen Bulbs .............................................................258
HandsFreeLink (HFL)
...............................................17 3
Cellular Phonebook Option ...............................
185
Change Language ...................................................
189
Help Features .............................................................
174
Information Display ................................................
174
Making a Call .............................................................
17 9
Menus ............................................................................
175
Phone Setup ...............................................................
17 7
Phonebook ..................................................................
183
Receiving a Call .........................................................
182
Transferring a Call ...................................................
182
Muting a Call ..............................................................
182
Sending Numbers or Names During a Call .............................................................................
183
Search Imported Phonebook ............................
185
Hatch
..................................................................................10 4
Door/Hatch Open Indicator .................................
72
Unable to Open ........................................................
310
Hazard Warning Button
...........................................2
Head Restraints
..........................................................121
Headlights
......................................................................11 0
Aiming ............................................................................
258
Automatic Operation ..............................................
111
Dimming ..............................................................
11 0 ,112
Operating .....................................................................
11 0
Heated Door Mirrors ..............................................11 6
High Temperature Indicator
...............................73
Hill Start Assist System
..........................................19 9
HFL (HandsFreeLink)
...............................................17 3
High Beam Indicator
..................................................74
Honda IMA System
..............................................10 ,12
I
Identification Numbers ........................................314
Engine and Transmission .....................................
314
Vehicle Identification .............................................
314
Ignition Switch
............................................................10 9
Illumination Control
...............................................115
Knob ................................................................................
115
IMA Battery Charge Level Indicator
.............82
IMA System Indicator
...............................................73
Immobilizer System
.................................................105
Indicator ...........................................................................
75
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