2011 HONDA CROSSTOUR towing

Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until itPut the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back
Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
). Add coolant if the level is
below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.
7. 6.
8.
9.10.
11.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
385
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully. Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see on page ).
The brake system indicator normally
comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, and as
a reminder to check the parking
brake. It will stay on if you do not
f ully release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake f luid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it f eels normal.
If it does, check the brake f luid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ).
If the f luid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads. If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicator, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
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Emergency
Towing
Brake System Indicator
388
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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous. The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required. Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck. If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
Start the engine.
Shif t to the D position and hold f or
5 seconds, then to N.
Turn of f the engine.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Release the parking brake.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground.
On 4WD models On 2WD models
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
Emergency Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
397
Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the
all-wheel-drive system. Your vehicle
should be transported on a f lat-bed
truck or trailer.
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With the f ront wheels on the ground,
do not tow the vehicle more than 50
miles (80 km), and keep the speed
below35mph(55km/h).
Emergency Towing
398
The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine, your vehicle must be
transported with the f ront wheels of f
the ground.
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Driving .299
....................................
Economy .289
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .101
..........
Dual Temperature Control . 133
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 354 ...................................
Fan, Interior .131
.........................................
Features .127
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 283
Filters ........................
Dust and Pollen .354
...............................................
Oil .335
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 74
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 373
.....................................
Floor Mats .353
.......
Floor Storage Compartment . 121
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 341
..........................................
Brake .342
..........................
Power Steering .343
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Windshield Washer . 339
........................................
Fog Lights .73
..........................
Folding Rear Seats .97
..........................
Four-way Flashers .74
..............................
Front Airbags .9 ,23
Easy Fold-down 60/40 Split Rear
.......................................
Seatback .97
..............................
Economy, Fuel .289
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ........................................
System .311
..................................
Emergencies .371
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Battery, Jump Starting . 382
...........
Brake System Indicator . 388
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 373
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Charging System Indicator . 386
..................
Checking the Fuses . 390
Fuel Fill Door, Opening ................................
Manually .389
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers . 74
............................
Jump Starting .382
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 386
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 387..................
Overheated Engine . 384
.......................................
Towing .398
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Emergency Brake .112
......................
Emergency Flashers .74
......................
Emergency Towing .397
.......................
Emissions Controls .410
........................
Emissions Testing .413
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 337
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 66
.........................
If It Won’t Start .380
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 387
.......................
Oil Lif e Indicator .325
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 386
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 333
...............................
Overheating .384
............................
Specif ications .402
............................
Speed Limiter .305
.......................................
Starting .301
...................
Engine Speed Limiter . 305
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Ethanol in Gasoline .283
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 410
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .51
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .16
Index
INDEX
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Thef t Protection, Radio . 239
Three Way Catalytic .................................
Converters .412
..........................
Time, Setting the .240
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Timing Belt .343
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Tire Chains .365
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat . 373
...........................
Tire Inf ormation .406
.................................
Tire Labeling .406
Tire Pressure Monitoring ............
System (TPMS) . 313,408
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator .59, 313
Required Federal ............................
Explanation .408
..................
TPMS Indicator . 59,314
...............................................
Tires .359
..............................
Air Pressure .360
........................................
Chains .365
.........................
Checking Wear .361
..........................
Compact Spare .372
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Inf lation .359
..................................
Inspection .361
...................................
Replacing .364
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Rotating .363 ................................
Service Lif e .362
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Snow .365
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Specif ications .403
..............................
Terminology .407
...................
Tools, Tire Changing . 373
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .316
................
Emergency Wrecker . 397
....................
Pre-Tow Checklist .320
.............................
Weight Limit .316
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .340
...........................
Fluid Selection .341
..............
Identif ication Number . 401
.............
Shif ting the Automatic . 302
.....................................
Treadwear .361
.......................................
Trip Meter .65
....................................
Turn Signals .70 ................................
Vanity Mirror .122
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 295
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Vehicle Dimensions .402
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number . 400
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
)
....................................
System .311
...............
VSA Of f Indicator . 58,311
.........................
VSA Of f Switch .312
........
VSA System Indicator . 58,311
.............................
Vehicle Storage .368
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Ventilation .134
.................................................
VIN .400
..................................
Viscosity, Oil .334
...........
Voice Control System . 129,179
Unexpected, Taking Care of ...............................................
the .371
....
Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Unleaded Gasoline .282 USB Adapter
..................
Cable . 163,173,213,224
.
USB Flash Memory Device . 170,221
.......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 336
......................................
Utility Box .120
Index
INDEX
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U
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Î
Î
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WARNING, Explanation of . iii
.........
Warning Labels, Location of . 52
..................
Warranty Coverages .417
Washers, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 339
.......................................
Indicator .62
.....................................
Operation .68
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 76
............
Alignment and Balance . 362
..........................
Compact Spare .372
..............................
Wrench, Nut .375
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse .107
................
Operating the Power . 106
...........................
Rear, Def ogger .75
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .68
...................................
Def roster .132
.......................................
Washers .68
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .355
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Operation .68
....................................
Worn Tires .361 .....
Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 397
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XM
Radio .145, 192
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