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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0 to (q.
Why?
● The steering wheel may be locked.
● Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q to (0 and
I cannot remove the key.
Why?
The shift lever should be moved to (P .
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressu re on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?Check if the childproof lock is in the
lock position. If so, open the rear door
with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the lever
to the unlock position.
* Not available on all models
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uuAirbagsuSide Curtain Airbags
Safe Driving
Side Curtain Airbags
The side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outer
seating positions during a moderate-to-severe side impact.The side curtain airbags are located in the
ceiling above the side windows on both sides
of the vehicle.
The side curtain airbag is designed to deploy
in a moderate-to-severe side impact.
■ When side curtain airbags depl oy in a frontal collision
One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate-to-severe angled frontal
collision.
In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags.
■Housing Locations
1Side Curtain Airbags
The side curtain airbags are most effective when an
occupant is wearing their seat belt properly and
sitting upright, well back in their seat.
Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof
pillars as they can interf ere with the proper operation
of the side curtain airbags.
Side Curtain Airbag Storage
■Operation
Deployed Side Curtain Airbag
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 76
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 77
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 79
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 82
Childproof Door Locks ....................... 83
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
.......... 84
Opening and Closing the Tailgate Using the Key *
................................... 88
Using the Tailgate Open Handle ......... 89
Security System .................................. 90
Immobilizer System ............................ 90 Security System Alarm
*
...................... 90
Opening and Closing the Windows .. 92
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch ................................... 94
Turn Signals ....................................... 95
Light Switches.................................... 95 Fog Lights *
........................................ 96
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 96
Wipers and Washers .......................... 97
Brightness Control ............................. 99
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 100
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 101 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 102
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 102
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 102
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 103
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 103
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 111
Interior Lights .................................. 111
Interior Convenience Items .............. 113
Heating and Cooling *
....................... 118
Using Vents, Heating and A/C *
........ 118
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuChildproof Door Locks
Controls
Childproof Door Locks
The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock tab.Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
■ When opening the door
Open the door using the outside door handle.
■Setting the Childproof Door Locks
1Childproof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door handle.
Lock
Unlock
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uuAudio SystemuAudio Antenna
Features
Audio AntennaYour vehicle is equipped with a removable
antenna at the rear of the roof.
Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. ■ Entering the Audio Security Code
ENTER CODE appears on the display when the power is reconnected.
1. Turn on the audio system.
2. Enter the security code using the preset buttons.
Touch the icon to enter the code, then touch the Done icon to set it.
If you enter an incorrect digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do
not enter the code correctly after 10 tries, leave the system for one hour before
trying again, or visit a dealer to have the system reset.
1Audio Antenna
NOTICE
Before using a “drive-through” car wash, remove the
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the
antenna from being damaged by the car wash brushes.
1Audio System Theft Protection
Find the audio system’s security code and serial number in your owner’s manual kit.
We recommend that you write down the serial
number in this owner’s manual.
Do not store the label in your vehicle. If you lose the
label, you must first retrieve the serial number, and
then obtain the code.
You can find out about your serial number and
security code from a dealer.
You can register the security code at Owner Link ( owners.honda.com ), and find information on how
to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at
radio-navicode.honda.com .
U.S. models
Models with navigation system
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving. •Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
uRemove any frost, snow, or ice.
uRemove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
uWhen removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
uIf the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
uCheck air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 222
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
uThere are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked your vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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Index
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 217
Rear License Plate Light............................ 217
Bulb Specifications .................................... 268
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 61
Cargo Floor Box ........................................ 115
Cargo Hooks .............................................. 117
Carrying Cargo .................................. 155, 157
CD Player ................................................... 129
Certification Label .................................... 270
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 212
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 256
Child Safety ................................................. 49
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 83
Child Seat .................................................... 49
Booster Seats ............................................. 60
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 51
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 52
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt.................................... 56
Larger Children .......................................... 59
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 51
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 53
Childproof Door Locks ................................ 83
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 235
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 234
Clock ............................................................ 76
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 210
Coat Hook ................................................. 116 Compact Spare Tire
.......................... 239, 269
Controls ....................................................... 75
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 206
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 207
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 206
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 67
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 67
Overheating ............................................ 254
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 164
Cruise Control ........................................... 173
Indicator.................................................... 71
Cup Holders .............................................. 114
Customer Service Information ................. 278
D
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 96
Dead Battery ............................................. 251
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 120
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 271
Dimming Headlights ................................................. 95
Rearview Mirror....................................... 102
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 202
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............... 95
Door Mirrors ............................................. 102
Doors ........................................................... 77
Auto Door Locking .................................... 84
Auto Door Unlocking ................................ 84
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ........ 25, 68 Keys.......................................................... 77
Locking/
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ....... 82
Locking/
Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .... 79
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 81
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 225
Driving ...................................................... 153
Automatic Transmission .......................... 164
Braking ................................................... 181
Cruise Control ........................................ 173
Shifting Gear .......................... 165, 167, 171
Starting the Engine ................................. 161
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 233
E Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 68, 258
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 176
Emergency ................................................ 264
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 273
Engine ....................................................... 270
Coolant .................................................. 206
Jump Starting ......................................... 251
Oil .......................................................... 201
Starting................................................... 161
Switch Buzzer ........................................... 94
Engine Coolant ........................................ 206
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 207
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 206
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Index
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 233
Heating ................................................... 119
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 140
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 70
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Identification Numbers ............................ 270
Engine and Transmission.......................... 270
Vehicle Identification ............................... 270
Ignition Switch ............................................ 94
Illumination Control ................................... 99
Knob ......................................................... 99
Immobilizer System .................................... 90
Indicator .................................................... 70
Indicators ..................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 67
Charging System ............................... 65, 256
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 71, 174
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 71, 173
Daytime Running Lights ............................. 71
Door and Tailgate Open....................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................. 68, 258
Fog Light ................................................... 70
High Temperature...................................... 67
High-Beam ................................................ 70
Immobilizer System .................................... 70
Lights On ................................................... 70
Low Fuel .................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 64, 256 Low Temperature ...................................... 67
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 69, 178
Maintenance Minder
TM
...................... 71, 195
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 65, 257
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 64, 258
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm ............................... 71
Shift Position ............................................. 65
Side Airbag Off ................................... 47, 69
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 45, 67
TPMS ................................................ 69, 180
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ................................................ 70
VSA ®
(Vehicle Stability Assist) System ........ 68, 176
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 68, 177
Washer Level ............................................. 71
Information .............................................. 267
Information Display ................................... 73
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control..................................... 99
Interior Lights ........................................... 111
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 102
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................ 238, 242
Jump Starting ........................................... 251 K
Keyless Lockout Prevention
....................... 81
Keys ............................................................. 77
Lockout Prevention ................................... 81
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 83
Remote Transmitter .................................. 79
Types and Functions.................................. 77
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 164
L
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 54
Lights .................................................. 95, 212
Bulb Replacement ................................... 212
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 96
Fog Lights ................................................. 96
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 70
Interior.................................................... 111
Light Switches........................................... 95
Lights On Indicator .................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 95
Load Limits ............................................... 157
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 77
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................... 84
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 83
From Inside ............................................... 82
From Outside ............................................ 79
Keys.......................................................... 77
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 81
Using a Key............................................... 80
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