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Quick Reference GuideInstrument Panel (P 65)
U. S.
Canada
U. S.
Canada
System Indicators
Malfunction  
Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure  
Indicator 
Charging System  
Indicator 
Anti-lock Brake  System (ABS)  
Indicator 
Vehicle Stability  
Assist (VSA ®
) System 
Indicator 
VSA ®
 OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure  
Indicator*
/
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator * Electric Power 
Steering (EPS) 
Indicator
Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator 
High Beam IndicatorFog Light Indicator *
Immobilizer System  
Indicator Seat Belt Reminder  
Indicator
System Indicators
Cruise Control  
Indicator *
System Message 
Indicator *
Parking Brake 
and Brake System  
Indicator Supplemental 
Restraint System 
Indicator 
Side Airbag Off  
Indicator
Door Open Indicator Cruise Main Indicator*
Tachometer Instant Fuel  
Economy Gauge
*
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security Alarm 
System Indicator * Shift Lever Position Indicator
*Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges 
(P 78)/Information Display *
 (P 80) /
Multi-Information Display *
 (P 82) /System Indicators  (P 66)
Trunk Open Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator *
TPMS Indicator * Turn Signal and  
Hazard Warning 
Indicators
High Temperature 
Indicator
Low Temperature 
Indicator
Maintenance Minder  
Indicator *
Daytime Running 
Lights Indicator *
Washer Level 
Indicator *
i-VTEC  
Indicator 
REV  
Indicator2.4  engine models
Ambient Meter
*
*
 Not available on all models  
     
        
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Quick Reference GuideMaintenance (P 239)
Under the Hood (P 251)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer  
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.
● Check the battery regularly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the  
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up 
the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly 
locked in place.
Lights  (P 268)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades 
(P 278)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks  
across the windshield.
Tires  (P 280)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter 
driving.
* Not available on all models       
     
        
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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas 
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,  
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon  
monoxide gas will not get into the interior. ■Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into  
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,  
open all the windows and set the heating and cooling *
 system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the   mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the heating and cooling *
 system in the same manner if you sit in your parked 
vehicle with the engine running.
1Carbon Monoxide Gas 
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up  with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.  
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the  
garage immediately after starting the engine.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. 
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and  
even kill you. 
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that  
expose you to carbon monoxide.
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Parking Brake  and Brake  
System Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when  
you turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w , then goes off.
● Comes on when the parking brake  
is applied, and goes off when it is  released.
● Comes on when the brake fluid  
level is low.
● Comes on if there is a problem 
with the brake system.
● The beeper sounds and the  
indicator comes on if you drive  
with the parking brake not fully released.
●
Comes on while driving  - Make sure 
the parking brake is released. Check the  
brake fluid level. 2What to do when the indicator  
comes on  P. 315
● Comes on along with the ABS  
indicator  - Have the vehicle checked by a 
dealer. 2If the Brake System Indicator Comes  On  P. 315
Low Oil Pressure  
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the  
ignition switch to ON 
(w , and goes 
off when the engine starts.
● Comes on when the engine oil  
pressure is low.
● Comes on while driving  - Immediately 
stop in a safe place. 2If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator  
Comes On  P. 313
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models     
     
        
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uuGauges and DisplaysuInformation Display*
Instrument Panel
Information Display *
The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life and  
maintenance service item  codes, and other gauges.
Press the   (SEL/RESET) knob to change the display. 
Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.
Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A  
and B can be used to measure 2 separate trips. ■ Resetting a trip meter
To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the   knob. The trip meter is  reset to “0.0”.
■Switching the Display
1Switching the display 
Each time you press the   knob, the information  
display changes as follows:
Average Fuel A 
Trip Meter A, Odometer
Average Fuel B 
Trip Meter B, Odometer
Engine Oil Life
Range
Trip Meter A, Odometer
■Odometer
■Trip Meter1Trip Meter 
Switch between trip meter A and trip meter B by  
pressing the   knob.
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uuGauges and DisplaysuInformation Display*
Instrument Panel
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km.  
The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel  
economy is also reset. 
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder TM
.
2 Maintenance Minder™  P. 243
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is  
estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past. 
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed. 2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message  P. 314
■Average Fuel Economy
■Engine Oil Life
■Range
■Check Fuel Cap 
     
        
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Instrument Panel
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km.  
The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel 
economy is also reset. 
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is 
estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past. 
Shows the time elapsed since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset. 
Shows the average speed in mph or km/h since the last time Trip A or Trip B was  reset. 
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder TM
.
2 Maintenance Minder™  P. 243
■Average Fuel Economy
■Range
■Elapsed Time
■Average Speed
■Engine Oil Life
1Average Fuel Economy 
You can choose to reset either Trip A or average fuel  
economy A when you refuel.
2 Customized Features  P. 86
You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel  
consumption screen. Average fuel economy, range,  
elapsed time, or average speed can be selected. 2 Customized Features  P. 86
2.4  engine models
1Range 
You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel  
consumption screen. Range, elapsed time, or average  
speed can be selected.
2 Customized Features  P. 86
1.8  engine models 
     
        
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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving 
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or  
cause electrical component failure. 
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.  
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the  
accelerator pedal. You could damage the 
transmission. 
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY 
(q or 
LOCK 
(0  while driving, the engine will shut down 
and all steering and brake power assist functions will  
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle. 
Do not put the shift lever in 
(N , as you will lose 
engine braking (and acceleration) performance. 
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,  
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so  
as to not damage the engine or powertrain. 
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). 
You should also follow this when the brake pads are 
replaced.
NOTICE
The following can damage the under spoiler: • Parking the vehicle by a parking block
• Parallel parking along the road shoulder
• Driving towards the bottom of a hill
• Driving up or down to a different surface level 
(such as a road shoulder)
• Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
• Driving on a road with potholes.
2.4  engine models