2012 HONDA CROSSTOUR roof

Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:Glove box
Door and seat-back pockets
Center pockets
Console compartment
Cargo area
Roof -rack (if installed)
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
294
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
SEAT-BACK POCKETS CENTER POCKETS
DOOR POCKETS
GLOVE BOX
CARGO AREA

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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
under the seats and interf ere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, the operation of the seats,
or the operation of the sensors
under the seats.
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.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.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 youfolddownthebackseat,tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the
tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, f ollow the instructions
on page . 51
CONT INUED
Carrying Items in the
Passenger Compartment Carrying Cargo in the Cargo
Area or on a Roof Rack
carbon monoxide
poisoning
Carrying Cargo
297

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If you carry any items on a roof
rack,besurethetotalweightof
the rack and the items does not
exceed 121 lbs (55 kg).The f our hooks can be used to install
a net f or securing items. Each hook
is designed to hold up to 56.2 lbs
(25.5 kg) of weight.
The total weight of the roof rack
and the items should also be
includedinthemaximumload
limits f or your vehicle.
Cargo Hooks
Carrying Cargo
298
FLOOR CARGO HOOK
SIDE CARGO HOOK

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Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb.
Make sure the moonroof and the
windows are closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Set the parking brake bef ore you put
the transmission in Park. This keeps
the vehicle from moving and putting
pressure on the parking mechanism
in the transmission. Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
wheretheycannotbeseenfrom
outsidethevehicleortakethem
with you.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire. Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set. Lock the doors and the tailgate.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes. If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb.
Parking T ips
Parking
307

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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission
Check the f luid level monthly.
See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See .
Lights Check the operation
.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability.
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. U.S. Vehicles:
288
288
340 342
359
344
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
330
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Maint enance
page
of all the lights monthly. See page

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No. No.
Amps. Circuits Protected Amps.
CONT INUED
Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A Not Used
Seat Memory
Washer
Wiper
Meter
ABS/VSA
ACG
STS 20 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
10 A
7.5 A Fuel Pump
VB SOL2
SRS
OPDS (Occupant Position
Detection System)
Not Used
ACM
Daytime Running Lights 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
A 7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A A/C
Accessory, Key, Lock
Accessory
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
Moonroof
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Rear Left Power Window
Front Accessory Power Socket
Driver’s Power Window
Driver’s Side Door Lock
Lef t Front Fog Light
Lef t Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
Left Headlight High Beam
TPMS
Left Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
Not Used
If equipped
:
Fuse Locations
395
INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Driver’s Side)

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CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Care .233
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CD Changer .149, 197
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Ceiling Light .121
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Certif ication Label .400
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Chains .365
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Changing a Flat Tire .373
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .335
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When to .325
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Charging System Indicator . 56,386
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 285
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 300
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Child Saf ety .33
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Booster Seats .48
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Child Seats .40, 41
Important Saf ety ..........................
Reminders .33-50
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Inf ants .38
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Larger Children .47
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LATCH .42
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Risks with Airbags .34
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Small Children .39
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Tether .46
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Warning Labels .52
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Where Should a Child Sit . 34.......................................
Child Seats .33
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LATCH .42
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Tether Anchorage Points . 46
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Childproof Door Locks . 87
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 353
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Climate Control System . 126
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Clock .238
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CO in the Exhaust . 51,412
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 301
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Compact Spare .372
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Compass .242
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Console Compartment . 115
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Consumer Inf ormation . 416
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Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant ........................................
Adding .337
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Checking .288
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Proper Solution .337
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Temperature Gauge . 66
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Courtesy Lights .122
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .410
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Cruise Control Indicator . 62
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Cruise Control Operation . 246
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Customer Service .416 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard .3, 54
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Daytime Running Lights . 61,72
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .61
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Dead Battery .382
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 418
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 75
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Def rosting the Windows . 130
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Dimensions .402
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Dimming the Headlights . 70
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 340
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Engine Oil .288
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Directional Signals .70
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 308
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Disposal of Used Oil .336
Doors ..........................
Auto Door Lock .81
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Auto Door Unlock .84
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Childproof Door Locks . 87
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Locking and Unlocking . 80
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Maintenance .323
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Minder .325
Main Items and Sub ..............................
Items .328, 331
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .330
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Minder Indicator .62
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Saf ety .324
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 387...........
Memory, Driving Position . 101
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Meters, Gauges .55, 63
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Methanol in Gasoline . 283
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Mirrors .104
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Adjusting .105
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Heated .106
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Reverse Tilt .105
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Modif ications Your Vehicle . 293
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Moonroof .110
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Neutral Gear Position . 303
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New Vehicle Break-in . 282
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 400
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 282
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Odometer .64
Oil ........................
Change, How to .335
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Change, When to .328
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Checking Engine .288
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Pressure Indicator . 56,386 Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart .334
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 79
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .410
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Outside Mirrors .105
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 65
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Overheating, Engine .384
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 330
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Oxygenated Fuels .283
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Panel Brightness Control . 73
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Park Gear Position .303
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Parking .307
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Parking Brake .112
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 57,388
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Parking Lights .70
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 412
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 30
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PGM-FI System .411
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Pollen Filter .354
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Power Door Locks .80
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Power Seat Adjustments . 93
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 79
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Childproof Door .87
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Fuel Fill Door .283
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Glove Box .116
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Lockout Prevention . 81
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Power Door .80
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Tailgate .91
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Low Coolant Level .288
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56,386
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Lower Anchors .42
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 402
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 294
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