2014 HONDA CROSSTOUR Owners Manual

16Quick Reference Guide
*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.
CD Slot
(CD Eject) ButtonBACK Button MENU/SEL (Menu/Selector)
Knob (Tune Down) Icon
*1
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Models without navigation systemAudio/Information Screen
Touch Screen
ButtonSource
*1
VOL/ (Volume/Power)
Knob
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Presets
*1
Clock/Screen
*1
DISP Button
(Tune Up) Icon
*1
More
*1
(P 182)
Audio system with touch screen

17Quick Reference Guide
*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.
CD Slot
(CD Eject) ButtonMENU Button
Interface Dial/ENTER Button (Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
(P 215)
Models with navigation systemAudio/Information Screen
Touch Screen
Button
Source
*1
VOL (Volume) Knob
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Presets
*1
(Tune Up) Icon
*1
More
*1
(Power) Button (Tune Down) Icon
*1
INFO Button
AUDIO Button
SETTINGS Button BACK Button NAV Button PHONE Button

18Quick Reference Guide
Driving
(P409)
Release ButtonShift LeverAutomatic Transmission
(P426, 428)
●Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
On models with paddle shifter,
D-paddle shift mode can be used.Drive (D3)
Used when:
•Going up or down hills
•Towing a trailer in hilly terrain
Second
Used to increase engine braking (the
transmission is locked in 2nd gear)
First
Used to further increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 1st gear)
Models with
paddle shifter
Models without
paddle shifter
S Position
Sequential shift mode can be used.
Models with paddle shifter
Models without paddle shifter
Paddle Shifters
(P431)
●Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a
manual transmission (1st through 6th). This is useful for
engine braking.
●D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to
automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle
is cruising.
●Sequential shift mode: Holds the selected gear, and the M
indicator comes on.
●The selected gear position is shown in the instrument
panel.
Shift Down
(-
Paddle ShifterShift Up
(+
Paddle Shifter
Selected Gear
Number M Indicator Shift Lever
Position Indicator Depress the brake pedal and
press the release button to
move out of
(P.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Press the release button to move
the shift lever.

19Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button
(P 443)
●The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
●VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
●To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control
(P 432)
●Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
●To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press –/SET once you have
received the desired speed (above 25 mph
or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P 446)
●TPMS monitors tire pressure.
●TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
Refueling
(P 456)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L)a
Unlock the driver’s door.
b
Press on the edge of the
fuel fill door to make it
pop up slightly.
c
Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
d
Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
e
After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.

20Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P 461)
Under the Hood
(P 469)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.
●Check the battery condition monthly.
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 484)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 493)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P 497)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
●Check tire pressures regularly.
●Install snow tires for winter
driving.

Quick Reference Guide21
Handling the Unexpected
(P 515)
Flat Tire
(P 517)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P 534)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P 525)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.Blown Fuse
(P 538)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P 532)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P 542)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

22Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0 to
(q*1.
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.●Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key
*.
●Move the steering wheel left and right while
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button
* at
the same time.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q to
(0*1
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 pressure 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.

23Quick Reference Guide
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?
The beeper sounds when:●The key is left in the ignition switch
*.
●The power mode
* is in ACCESSORY.
●The exterior lights are left on.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
The beeper sounds when:●Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.●The parking brake lever is not fully released.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
* Not available on all models