2012 HONDA CROSSTOUR immobilizer

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .54
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Instrument Panel .55
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 56
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Gauges .63
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Inf ormation Display . 64
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Odometer .64 Outside Temperature
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Indicator .65
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Trip Meter .65
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 66
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Maintenance Minder . 66
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Temperature Gauge . 66
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Fuel Gauge .66
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .67
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Windshield Wipers and Washers . 68
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 70
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Fog Lights .73
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 73
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Hazard Warning Button . 74
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Rear Window Def ogger . 75
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 76
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Keys and Locks .77
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Immobilizer System .78
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Ignition Switch .79
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Door Locks .80
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81
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Childproof Door Locks . 87
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Remote Transmitter .87
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Tailgate .91
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Seats .93
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Front Seat Power Adjustments . 93..........................
Head Restraints .94
Easy Fold-down 60/40 Split .........................
Rear Seatback .97
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Armrests .99
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Seat Heaters .100
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .101
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Mirrors .104
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Power Windows .106
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Moonroof .110
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Parking Brake .112
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Interior Convenience Items . 113
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Beverage Holders .114
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Accessory Power Sockets . 114
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Console Compartment . 115
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Glove Box .116
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Sunglasses Holder .117
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Sun Visors .117
Hidden Removable Utility .........................................
Box .118
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Floor Storage Compartments . 119
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Vanity Mirror .120
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Coat Hook .120
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Center Pockets .120
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Interior Lights .121
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
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LOW FUEL INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
(P.61)
(P. 57)
(P.58)
(P.
62)
CRUISE CONTROL
MAIN INDICATOR
(P.
62)
(P.56) (P.
60)
(P.59)
(P.61)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.62) (P.60)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.59)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.61
)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.57)
(P.58) FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR (P.59) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.62) (P.61)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
INDICATOR VSA OFF INDICATOR (P.58)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.57)
(P.56,
386)
(P.56, 386)
(P.56,387) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.62)

Inst rument s and Cont rols

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This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It
remindsyouthatitistimetotake
your vehicle in f or scheduled
maintenance. The maintenance main
items and sub items will be displayed
in the inf ormation display. See pagef or more inf ormation on the
Maintenance Minder .
This indicator goes of f when your
dealer resets it after completing the
required maintenance service.
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the cruise control system by
pressing the CRUISE button (see
page ).
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control. This indicator comes on brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. It will then go of f if
you have inserted a properly coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly
coded key, the indicator will blink,
and the engine’s f uel system will be
disabled (see page ).
This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
(see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the f og lights. For more
inf ormation, see page . 78
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Canadian models only
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator Washer Level Indicator
Cruise Control
Fog L ight Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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Inst rument s and Cont rols
Main Indicator

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Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The valet key does not contain a
battery. Do not try to take it apart.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the driver’s
door lock. You can keep the glove
boxlockedwhenyouleaveyour
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
f acility.
Keys and Locks
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KEY
NUMBER
TAG
VALET
KEY
(Gray)
MASTER KEY
WITH REMOTE
TRANSMITTER

Inst rument s and Cont rols

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If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot
start the engine, contact your dealer.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer
system indicator should come on
brief ly, then go of f . If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position, remove the key,
reinsert it, and turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position again.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
chain) is near the ignition switch
when you insert the key. The immobilizer system protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine’s f uel
system is disabled.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle inoperable.As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
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Always take the ignition key with you
whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

Inst rument s and Cont rols

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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position f or more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds bef ore trying again.
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2.
3.
4.
Starting the Engine
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T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page .
The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
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Driving

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In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even f aster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er to on page .
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working. There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See on page .
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If theEngineWon’tStart
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine Emergency
Towing
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T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed

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Fuel .282
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 285
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Fill Door and Cap .284
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Gauge .66
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Octane Requirement . 282
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Oxygenated .283
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Tank, Ref ueling .283
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Fuel Economy .289
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Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator . 59
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Fuses, Checking the .390 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 400
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .77
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Switch .79
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Timing Control System . 411
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Immobilizer System .78
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 289,290
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Gasoline .282
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Gauge .66
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Octane Requirement . 282
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Tank, Ref ueling .283
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Gas Station Procedures . 283
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 66
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Fuel .66
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 302......................................
Glove Box .116
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR) .296, 317
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 344
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HandsFreeLink
. 253
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 74
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Headlights .70
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Aiming .344
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Automatic Lighting Off . 72
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Automatic Lighting On . 71
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
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High Beam Indicator . 61
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Lights On Indicator .60
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Reminder Chime .70
Replacing Halogen ..............................
Bulbs .344, 351
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Turning on .70
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Head Restraints .13, 94
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Heated Mirrors .106
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Heaters, Seat .100
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Hidden Removable Utility Box . 118
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .249 ........
Hood, Opening and Closing . 287
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Horn .4,67
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