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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior 
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove 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.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel 
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires  P. 497
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, 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 the key if the water 
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine  and exhaust can ignite 
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a 
fire. If you’ve parked y our 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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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly  storing it, can affect your vehicle’s 
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit  P. 413
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view  and may be thrown forward  in the event of sudden 
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat  footwells. Make sure to secure the floor 
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator 
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside  P. 99
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head  restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats  P. 133
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 136
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel  P. 129
2 Adjusting the Mirrors  P. 130
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by  the factory, and does not 
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry 
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have 
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified 
technician.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
416
Driving
Towing equipment varies by the size of yo ur trailer, how much load you are towing, 
and where you are towing.
■Hitches
The hitch must be of an approved type  and properly bolted to the underbody.
■Safety chains
Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Leave enough slack to allow the 
trailer to turn corners easily, but do not allow the chains to drag on the ground.
■Trailer brakes
There are two common types of trailer brake s: surge and electric. Surge brakes are 
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will  get wet. If you choose electric brakes, 
be sure they are electronically actuated.  Do not attempt to attach trailer brakes to 
your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as it w ill lower braking effectiveness and create a 
potential hazard.
■Additional towing equipment
Many states and provinces/territories requ ire special outside mirrors when towing a 
trailer. Even if mirrors are not required in  your locale, you should install special 
mirrors if visibility is  restricted in any way.
■Towing Equipment and Accessories1Towing Equipment and Accessories
Make sure that all equipment is properly installed and 
maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province/
territory, and lo cal regulations.
Consult your traile r sales or rental agency if any other 
items are recommended or required for your towing 
situation.
The lighting and wiring of tra ilers can vary by type 
and brand. If a connector is required, it should only 
be installed by a qua lified technician.
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uuWhen Driving uForward Collision Warning (FCW)*
436
Driving
1Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the 
windshield that could obs truct the FCW camera’s 
field of vision.
Scratches, nicks, and othe r damage to the windshield 
within the FCW camera’s fi eld of vision can cause the 
system to operate abnormall y. If this occurs, we 
recommend that you replac e the windshield with a 
genuine Honda replacem ent windshield. Making 
even minor repairs within th e camera’s field of vision 
or installing an aftermarket replacement windshield 
may also cause the system to operate abnormally.
After replacing the winds hield, have a dealer 
recalibrate the camera. Prop er calibration of the FCW 
camera is necessary for the system to operate 
properly.
Beep
Camera-based system
The camera is located 
behind the rearview mirror.
The beeper sounds and 
the  FCW  indicator blinks 
until a possible collision 
is avoided.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLane Departure Warning (LDW)*
440
Driving
The system begins to search for lane marki ngs when all the following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is traveling between 40 and 90 mph (64 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight  or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
The camera is located behind the rearview 
mirror.
Press the LDW button to turn the system on 
and off.
u The indicator in the button comes on 
when the system is on.
■How the System Activates
■LDW Camera
1How the System Activates
LDW may automaticall y shut off and the LDW 
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 77
1LDW Camera
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the 
windshield that could obs truct the LDW camera’s 
field of vision.
Scratches, nicks, and othe r damage to the windshield 
within the LDW camera’s fi eld of vision can cause the 
system to operate abnormall y. If this occurs, we 
recommend that you replac e the windshield with a 
genuine Honda replacem ent windshield. Making 
even minor repairs within th e camera’s field of vision 
or installing an aftermarket replacement windshield 
may also cause the system to operate abnormally.
After replacing the winds hield, have a dealer 
recalibrate the camera. Prop er calibration of the LDW 
camera is necessary for the system to operate 
properly.
Do not place an object on the top of the instrument 
panel. It may reflect onto  the windshield and prevent 
the system from detecting lane lines properly.
To help reduce the likel ihood that high interior 
temperatures will cause the camera system to shut 
off, when parking, find a sh ady area or face the front 
of the vehicle away from the sun.
LDW Camera
■LDW On and Off
LDW  Button
Indicator
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uuWhen Driving uLaneWatchTM*
Driving
LaneWatchTM*
Is an assistance system that allows y ou to check the passenger side rear areas 
displayed on the audio/information screen when the turn signal is activated to the 
passenger’s side. A camera in the passenger  side door mirror monitors these areas 
and allows you to check for ve hicle, in addition to your visual check and use of the 
passenger door mirror. You can also keep th e system on for your convenience while 
driving.1 LaneWatchTM*
Important Safety Reminder
Like all assistance systems,  LaneWatch has limitations. 
Over reliance on LaneWatch may result in a collision.
The LaneWatch func tion can be affected by weather, 
lighting (including headli ghts and low sun angle), 
ambient darkness, camera  condition, and loading.
The LaneWatch camera view  is restricted. Its unique 
lens makes objects on the screen look slightly 
different from what they are.
LaneWatch display does not come on when the shift 
lever is in 
( R.
The LaneWatch may not provide the intended display of 
traffic to the side and rear  under the following conditions:
•Your vehicle’s suspension has been altered, 
changing the height of the vehicle.
•Your tires are over or under inflated.•Your tires or wheels are of varied size or construction.
3WARNING
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to 
change lanes before doing so may result in 
a crash and serious injury or death.
Do not rely only on LaneWatch while 
driving.
Always look in your mi rrors, to either side 
of your vehicle, and behind you for other 
vehicles before changing lanes.
CameraAudio/Information Screen
Move the turn signal 
lever to the passenger 
side.
Press the LaneWatch 
button.
Pull the turn signal 
lever back. Press the LaneWatch 
button again. The passenger side view 
display appears on the 
audio/information screen.
The system activates when you:
The system deactivates when you:
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLaneWatchTM*
Driving
■Customizing the La neWatch settings
You can customize the following items using the audio/information screen.
• Show with Turn Signal : Selects whether LaneWatch monitor comes on when 
you operate the turn signal light lever.
• Reference Lines : Selects whether the reference  lines appear on the LaneWatch 
monitor.
• Next Maneuver Pop up
*: Selects whether a turn direction screen of the 
navigation system interr upts the LaneWatch display.
• Display : Adjusts display settings.
2Customized Features* P. 280
■Reference Lines
Three lines that appear on the screen can give 
an idea of how far the vehicles or objects on 
the screen are from your vehicle, respectively. 
If an object is near line 1 (in red), it indicates 
that it is close to your vehicle whereas an 
object near line 3 farther away.
1LaneWatchTM*
For proper LaneWatch operation:•The camera is located in  the passenger side door 
mirror. Always keep this ar ea clean. If the camera 
lens is covered with dirt  or moisture, use a soft, 
moist cloth to keep the  lens clean and free of 
debris.
•Do not cover the camera lens with labels or stickers 
of any kind.
•Do not touch the camera lens.
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1 Reference Lines
The area around the reference line 1 (red) is very close 
to your vehicle. As always, make sure to visually 
confirm the safety of a la ne change before changing 
lanes.
The distance betwee n your vehicle and lines 1, 2 and 
3 on the screen vary depending on road condition 
and vehicle loading. For ex ample, reference lines on 
the screen may seem to appear closer than the actual 
distances when the rear of your vehicle is more 
heavily loaded.
Consult a dealer if:
•The passenger side door mirr or, or area around it is 
severely impacted, resulting in changing the 
camera angle.
•The LaneWatch display doe s not come on at all.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Rearview Camera
About Your Rearview Camera
An image of the rear view is shown in your vehicle’s rearview mirror when the shift 
lever is moved to 
(R.
The rearview camera has a unique lens that  makes objects appear closer or further 
than they actually are.
■Rearview Camera Display Area
1 About Your Rearview Camera
The rear camera view is restricted.
You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper and 
what is underneath the bumper.
Visually confirm that it is  safe to drive on before 
backing up. Do not rely  on the rearview display, 
which does not give you  complete information.
Certain conditions (such as  weather, lighting, and 
high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view.
Use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free 
of debris.
You can select to have th e guide lines appearing on 
the rearview camera display while the shift lever is in 
( R. Press and hold the on/off button until the guide 
lines turn off. Repeat to turn back on.
The rearview display is turned on every time you shift 
to 
( R.
The rearview mirror gets hot if the rearview display is 
used for an extended period.
Rearview Camera 
Display Sensor: 
Adjusts 
the display 
brightness.
On/Off Button
Models without touch screen
Screen display
CameraApprox. 20 in (50 cm)
Approx. 39 in (1 m)
Approx. 79 in (2 m)
Approx. 118 in (3 m) Approx. 118 in (3 m)
Approx. 79 in (2 m)
Approx. 39 in (1 m)
Bumper Guide lines
Approx. 20 in (50 cm)
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