2014 HONDA CROSSTOUR cooling

509Maintenance
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System
* Maintenance
Dust and Pollen FilterThe heating and cooling system
*/climate control system
* is equipped with a dust
and pollen filter that collects pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The
Maintenance Minder
TM messages will let you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1Dust and Pollen Filter
If the airflow from the heating and cooling system
*/
climate control system
* deteriorates noticeably, and
the windows fog up easily, the filter may need to be
replaced. Please contact a dealer for replacement.
* Not available on all models

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uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the coolant
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone down,
contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve
Tank
MAX
MIN

534Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1.Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2.If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.■What to do after parking the vehicle
1.Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minute.
2.Open the hood and check the oil level.2Oil Check P. 473
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe light goes out: Start driving again.
uThe light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system
*/climate control system
*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models

Index
562Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 451
Accessories and Modifications................. 460
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 147
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 478
Engine Oil ................................................ 472
Washer .................................................... 483
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 472
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 141
Front Seats .............................................. 133
Head Restraints........................................ 136
Mirrors .................................................... 130
Rear Seats................................................ 139
Steering Wheel ........................................ 129
Aha
TM................................................. 209, 262
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 157
Changing the Mode ........................ 157, 158
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 159
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 509
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ........... 157, 158
Sensors .................................................... 162
Synchronized Mode ................................. 161
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 157
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 154
Cooling ................................................... 156Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 509
Heating ................................................... 155
Air Pressure............................... 498, 547, 549
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
Airbag Care............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 24
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator........................................ 50, 73, 79
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 49
AM/FM Radio............................ 171, 193, 232
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 451
Indicator.................................................... 73
Armrest..................................................... 141
Audio Remote Controls........................... 168
Audio System............................................ 164
Adjusting the Sound................ 170, 191, 222
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 165
Error Messages ........................................ 268
General Information ................................ 276
HDD ........................................................ 242
Internet Radio ................................. 207, 260
iPod ................................................ 203, 252
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 179, 210, 263Reactivating ............................................ 166
Recommended CDs ................................ 277
Recommended Devices ........................... 279
Remote Controls ..................................... 168
Security Code ......................................... 166
Theft Protection ...................................... 166
Touch Screen .................................. 183, 216
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 165
USB Flash Drives...................................... 280
Authorized Manuals................................ 557
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................ 101
Customize ...................................... 298, 309
Automatic Lighting.................................. 120
Automatic Transmission.......................... 425
Creeping................................................. 425
Fluid ....................................................... 480
Kickdown ............................................... 425
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 18, 427, 429
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 531
Shifting ........................................... 426, 428
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 165
BBattery...................................................... 506
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 534
Jump Starting ......................................... 528
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 506
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 507
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders..................................... 146

565Index
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72
Refueling ................................................ 456
Gauges........................................................ 83
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .................. 426, 428
Glass (care)............................................... 513
Glove Box................................................. 144HHalogen Bulbs.......................................... 486
Handling the Unexpected....................... 515
HandsFreeLink® (HFL).............. 320, 332, 367
Auto Answer .................................. 347, 382
Automatic Import of Cellular
Phonebook and Call History .......... 349, 384
Automatic Transferring ................... 347, 382
Displaying Messages ....................... 362, 401
Editing User Name .................................. 381
HFL Buttons ............................ 320, 332, 367
HFL Menus.............................. 322, 334, 369
HFL Status Display ................... 321, 333, 368
Limitations for Manual Operation.... 333, 368
Making a Call ................................. 353, 393
Options During a Call...................... 359, 398
Phone Setup ........................... 324, 339, 373
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 388
Receiving a Call............................... 358, 397
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ..... 360, 399
Ring Tone ....................................... 348, 383
Selecting a Mail Account................. 361, 400Speed Dial ....................................... 350, 385
To Create a Security PIN .................. 346, 380
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ......................................... 344, 378
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio................... 242
Hazard Warning Button............................... 2
Head Restraints......................................... 136
Headlights................................................. 119
Aiming .................................................... 484
Automatic Operation ............................... 120
Dimming ......................................... 119, 122
Operating ................................................ 119
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 153
Heating and Cooling System................... 154
Cooling ................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 509
Heating ................................................... 155
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............... 320, 332, 367
High Beam Indicator.................................. 79
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver............ 318
IIdentification Numbers
Engine and Transmission ......................... 550
Vehicle Identification ............................... 550
Ignition Switch.......................................... 114
Illumination Control................................. 125
Knob ....................................................... 125Immobilizer System.................................. 107
Indicator.................................................... 80

567Index
MMaintenance............................................ 461
Battery .................................................... 506
Brake Fluid .............................................. 481
Cleaning ................................................. 510
Climate Control System .......................... 509
Coolant .................................................. 478
Heating and Cooling System ................... 509
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 465
Oil .......................................................... 473
Precautions ............................................. 462
Radiator .................................................. 479
Remote Transmitter ................................ 507
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 484
Safety ..................................................... 463
Service Items ........................................... 467
Tires........................................................ 497
Transmission Fluid ................................... 480
Under the Hood ...................................... 469
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 71, 535
Map Lights................................................ 143
Maximum Load Limit............................... 413
Meters, Gauges.......................................... 83
Mirrors...................................................... 130
Adjusting ................................................ 130
Door ....................................................... 131
Exterior ................................................... 131
Interior Rearview ..................................... 130
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 460
Moonroof................................................. 113
MP3................... 173, 179, 200, 210, 239, 263Multi-View Rear Camera.......................... 455
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 550OOdometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine)............................................... 472
Adding .................................................... 475
Checking ................................................. 473
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 70, 534
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 472
Viscosity .................................................. 472
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 471
Moonroof................................................ 113
Power Windows ...................................... 110
Tailgate ................................................... 105
Outside Temperature................................. 86
Adjusting................................................... 86
Overheating.............................................. 532PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode)...................................................... 430
Pandora®........................................... 208, 261
Panic Mode............................................... 109
Parking...................................................... 453Parking Brake........................................... 449
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 70, 536
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51
Passing Indicators..................................... 119
Power Windows....................................... 110
Precautions While Driving....................... 424
Rain ........................................................ 424
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 517
RRadiator.................................................... 479
Radio (AM/FM)......................... 171, 193, 232
Radio (XM®)...................................... 197, 236
Radio Data System (RDS)......... 172, 195, 234
RDS (Radio Data System)......... 172, 195, 234
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 553
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 126
Rear Seats (Folding Down)...................... 139
Rearview Mirror....................................... 130
Refueling.................................................. 456
Fuel Gauge................................................ 83
Gasoline .................................. 456, 546, 548
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Regulations............................... 447, 500, 551
Remote Transmitter................................... 94