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uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limit
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Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 1,340 lbs (608 kg).
See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht o
f all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
-
(1) Locate
the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Deter
mine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) S
ubtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) T
he resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load. 2 Specifications P. 464
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 464
3 WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.Label Example

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Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight
of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously
affec

t vehicle handling and performance and
can damage the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occu
pants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back
•Each
occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg)
•Each
occupant has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cargo area
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer weight and
max

imum tongue load.
■Towing Load Limits1Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not av ailable, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and then
measure the tongue load with an appropriate scale or
tongue gauge or estima te it based on cargo
distribution.
Refer to the trailer owner's manual for additional
information.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle's first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 464
3 WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of
occupants4WD models2WD models with ATF cooler2WD models
without ATF cooler
24,500 lbs (2,041 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)2,000 lbs (905 kg)
34,300 lbs (1,950 kg)3,300 lbs (1,497 kg)
Towing not
recommended
44,100 lbs (1,860 kg)3,100 lbs (1,406 kg)
54,000 lbs (1,814 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
63,800 lbs (1,724 kg)2,800 lbs (1,270 kg)
72,000 lbs (905 kg)2,000 lbs (905 kg)
8Towing not
recommendedTowing not
recommended

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Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
General Information
Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement, however, its higher
ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads. It is not
designed for trail-blazing, or othe r challenging off-road activities.
If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you will find that it requires somewhat
different driving skil
ls and that your vehicle will handle somewhat differently than it
does on pavement. Pay attention to the precautions and tips in this section, and get
acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement.
Important Safety Precautions
To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to follow all precautions and
recommendations:
•Be
sure to store cargo properly and do not exceed your cargo load limits.
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 327
• Whenever you drive, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
• Keep your
speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow.
• I
t’s up to you to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits.
1Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result
in a crash or a rollover.
2 Important Handling Information P. 26
2 Precautions While Driving P. 344
3 WARNING
Improperly operating this vehicle on or off
pavement can cause a crash or rollover in
which you and your passengers can be
seriously injured or killed.
•Follow all instructions and guidelines in
this owner’s manual.
• Keep your speed low, and don’t drive
faster than conditions permit.

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uu When Driving u Cruise Control
Driving
Cruise Control
Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a
constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.1Cruise Control
It may not be possible to maintain a constant speed
when driving uphill or downhill.
When not using cruise control:
Turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE
button.
3 WARNING
Improper use of the cruise control can lead
to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling
on open highways in good weather.
■Shift positions for cruise control:
In (
D
or (
d
Always keep sufficient distance
between you and the vehicle in
front of you.
■Vehicle speed for cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above
roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
CRUISE MAIN is on in the
instrument panel.
Cruise control is ready to use.
■Press the CRUISE button
on the steering wheel.
When to use
When to use

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Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parking.To apply:
Depress the parking brake pedal down with
yo
ur foot.
To release:
1. Depress
the brake pedal.
2.Pull t
he release handle fully.
■Parking Brake1Parking Brake
NOTICE
Release the parking brake fu lly before driving. The
rear brakes and axle can be damaged if you drive
with the parki ng brake applied.
If you start driving without fully releasing the parking
brake, a buzzer sounds as a warning, and RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE appears on the multi-information
display
*.
Always apply the parking brake when parking.
* Not available on all models

uu Parking Your Vehicle u Parking Sensor System *
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■The parking sensor system on navigation screen
•An appro
priate indicato r blinks when there
are any obstacles around the parking
sensors. The color of the indicator changes
in accordance with the distance between
your vehicle and obstacles.
• An appr
opriate indicator stays on in red
when there is a problem with the
corresponding parking sensor.
2 Multi-Information Display Warning
and Information Messages * P. 78
1. Make sure that the parking sensor system is not activated. Turn the ignition
switch to LOCK
(0
.
2. Press
and hold the parking sensor system button, and turn the ignition switch to
ON
(w
.
3. Keep pressi
ng the button for ten seconds. Release the button when the indicator
in the button flashes.
4. Press the
button again. The indi cator in the button goes off.
u The
beeper sounds twice. The re ar sensors are now turned off.
To turn the rear sensors on again, follow the above procedure. The beeper sounds
three
times when the rear sensors come back on.
■Turning off All Rear Sensors1Turning off All Rear Sensors
When you shift to
(
R
, the indicator in the parking
sensor system button blinks as a reminder that the
rear sensors have been turned off.
* Not available on all models

uu Refueling u How to Refuel
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■Gasoline containing ethanol
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol. Your vehicle is
desi
gned to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol by
volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol. If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another service st ation or switch to another brand of
gasoline.
■Fuel tank capacity: 21.0 US gal (79.5 liters)
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn
off the engine.
3.Pull on the
fuel fill door release handle
under the lower left corner of the
dashboard.
u Th
e fuel fill door opens.
1How to Refuel
3 WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Pull

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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not in
stall accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not in
stall accessories on the side pillars or across the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may in
terfere with proper operation of the
side curtain airbags.
• Be sure electron
ic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 454
• Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle or use non- Honda components that can affect its
handling, stability, and reliability.
Overall vehicle performance can be affect ed. Always make sure all equipment
is
properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
1 Accessories and Modifications
Honda Genuine accessor ies are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3 WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.