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The radio can receive the complete
AM and FM bands.
Those bands cover thesefrequen cies:
AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz
FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz How well the radio receives stations
is dependent on many f actors, such
as the distance from the station’s
transmitter, nearby large objects,
and atmospheric conditions.
Driving very near the transmitter of
a station that is broadcasting on a
f requency close to the f requency of
the station you are listening to can
also af f ect your radio’s reception.
You may temporarily hear both
stations,orhearonlythestationyou
are close to.
A radio station’s signal gets weaker
as you get f arther away f rom its
transmitter. If you are listening to an
AM station, you will notice the sound
volume becoming weaker, and the
stationdriftinginandout.If youare
listening to an FM station, you will
see the stereo indicator f lickering of f
and on as the signal weakens.
Eventually, the stereo indicator will
go of f and the sound will f ade
completely as you get out of range of
the station’s signal.
Radio stations on the AM band are
assigned f requencies at least 10 kHz
apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the
FM band are assigned f requencies at
least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).
Stations must use these exact
f requencies. It is f airly common f or
stations to round-of f the f requency in
their advertising, so your radio could
display a f requency of 100.9 even
though the announcer may identif y
the station as ‘‘FM101.’’
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FM/A M Radio Frequencies FM/A M Radio Reception
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Radio signals, especially on the FM
band, are def lected by large objects
such as buildings and hills. Your
radio then receives both the direct
signal f rom the station’s transmitter,
and the def lected signal. This causes
the sound to distort or flutter. This is
a main cause of poor radio reception
in city driving.Radio reception can be af f ected by
atmospheric conditions such as
thunderstorms, high humidity, and
even sunspots. You may be able to
receive a distant radio station one
day and not receive it the next day
because of a change in conditions.
Electrical interf erence f rom passing
vehicles and stationary sources can
cause temporary reception problems.
As required by the FCC:
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
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The VOL button adjusts the volume
up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top
or bottom of the button, hold it until
the desired volume is reached, then
release it.
Three controls f or the audio system
are mounted in the steering wheel
hub. These let you control basic
f unctions without removing your
hand f rom the wheel. If you are listening to the radio, use
the CH button to change stations.
Each time you press the top ( ) of
the button, the system goes to the
next preset station on the band you
are listening to. Press the bottom
( ) to go back to the previous
preset station. If you press and hold
the CH button ( ) or ( ), the
system goes into the skip (seek)
mode. It stops when it f inds a station
with a strong signal.
The MODE button changes the
mode.
Pressing the MODE button
repeatedly cycles through all
possible media sources whether they
are present or not.
Pressing the MODE button
repeatedly cycles through all present,
connected media sources. Media
sources that are not present or
connected will not appear when
cycling with the MODE button.
On vehicles without navigation system
On vehicles with navigation system
Remote Audio Controls
234
MODE BUTTON
VOL BUTTON CH BUTTON

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If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system disables itself . If this happens,
you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display next time you turn
on the system. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code.
ThecodeisontheAnti-theft
Identification Card included in your
owner’s manual kit. When it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
playing.
The Anti-thef t Identif ication Card
also lists your audio serial number. It
is best to store the card in a saf e
place at home. In addition, you
should write the audio system’s
serial number in this owner’s manual.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
f ive-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have ten tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, youmust then leave the system on for
one hour bef ore trying again.
The system will retain your AM and
FM presets even if power is
disconnected.
We recommend that you register
the security code at Owner Link
(owners. honda.com.) If you lose the
Anti- theft Identification Card before
registering the code at Owner Link,
you must obtain the code from your
dealer or
. To do this, you will need the
audio system’s serial number. If you
do not have the serial number with
you,askyourdealerorgoto for
inf ormation on how to retrieve it. If you lose the Anti-thef t
Identif ication Card, you must obtain
thecodefromyourdealer.Todothis,
you will need the audio system’s
serial number. If you do not have the
serial number with you, ask your
dealer how to retrieve it.
You need to enter a separate code
f or the navigation system to
reactivate. The Anti-theft Card also
lists the navigation system’s security
code and serial number. Follow the
same procedure to retrieve the serial
number and obtain the code, and
read the navigation system manual
f or details.
https://radio-navicode.honda.
com/
https://
radio-navicode.honda.com/ Models with navigation system
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Radio T hef t Protection
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Bef ore installing any accessory:Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Although non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability. When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
the proper operation of your
vehicle.
Bef ore installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
theseareasmayinterferewith
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
non-Honda accessories, may make
your vehicle unsaf e. Bef ore you
make any modif ications or add any
accessories,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing inf ormation.
390
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
292
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

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Fill the f uel tank.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time,
see page .
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system may disable itself. The next
time you turn on the radio, you will
see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
frequency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see
).
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual. 240
On models with navigation system
Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage
368
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.

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Saf ety Belts .8, 18
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 418
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
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Seat Belts .8
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 52
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Seat Belts .8, 18
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Additional Information . 18
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .19
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Cleaning .353
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14,19
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Maintenance .20
Reminder Indicator and ................................
Beeper .18, 56
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System Components . 18
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Use During Pregnancy . 16
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 19
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Power Socket Locations . 114
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Power Windows .106
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 17
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
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Protecting Children .33
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General Guidelines .33
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Protecting Inf ants .38
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Protecting Larger Children . 47
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Protecting Small Children . 39
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .46
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Using LATCH .42
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Radiator Overheating . 384
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Radio/CD Sound System . 134
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Radio Thef t Protection . 237
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Radio, XM
. 143, 190
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RDS .139, 182
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Readiness Codes .413
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 349
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Rear Seats, Folding .97
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Rearview Camera and Monitor . 277...........................
Rearview Mirror .104
Rearview Mirror with Rearview .........................
Camera Display .278
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Rear Window Def ogger . 75
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 93
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Ref ueling .283
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Reminder Indicators .56
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Remote Audio Controls . 234
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Remote Transmitter .87
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter . 335
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Fuses .390
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Light Bulbs .344
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Timing Belt .343
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Tires .364
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Wiper Blades .355
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .20
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 418
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant .288, 337
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Restraint, Child .33
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Reverse Gear Position . 303
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Rotation, Tire .363
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 371
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Emissions Control Systems . 410
Three Way Catalytic .............................
Converters .412
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Temperature Gauge .66
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Temperature, Outside . 65
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Tether Anchorage Points . 46
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Thef t Protection, Radio . 237
Three Way Catalytic .................................
Converters .412
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Time, Setting the .238
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Timing Belt .343
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Tire Chains .365
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 373
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Tire Inf ormation .406
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Tire Labeling .406
Tire Pressure Monitoring ............
System (TPMS) . 313,408
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator .59, 313
Required Federal ............................
Explanation .408
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TPMS Indicator . 59,314 ...............................................
Tires .359
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Air Pressure .360
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Chains .365
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Checking Wear .361
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Compact Spare .372
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Inf lation .359
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Inspection .361
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Replacing .364
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Rotating .363
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Service Lif e .362
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Snow .365
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Specif ications .403
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Terminology .407
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Tools, Tire Changing . 373
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .316
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Emergency Wrecker . 397
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Pre-Tow Checklist .320
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Weight Limit .316
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .340
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Fluid Selection .341
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Identif ication Number . 401
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Shif ting the Automatic . 302.....................................
Treadwear .361
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Trip Meter .65
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Turn Signals .70
Unexpected, Taking Care of ...............................................
the .371
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Unleaded Gasoline .282
USB Adapter ..................
Cable . 161,171,211,222
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USB Flash Memory Device . 168,219
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 336
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Utility Box .118
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Vanity Mirror .120
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 295
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Vehicle Dimensions .402
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 400
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