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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 538
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 539
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 546
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 547
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 548
Jump Starting .................................... 549
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 552
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 553 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 555
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 555
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 556
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 557
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 558 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 559
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 560
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 561
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 564
Emergency Towing ........................... 565
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 566
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....567
Refueling ........................................... 568
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If 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.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 493
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off 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 th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running 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 engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 454
Indicator ............................................ 78, 454
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ............................................ 78, 454
Automatic Lighting .................................. 155
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 112, 116
Average Speed .......................................... 116
B
Battery....................................................... 525
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 555
Jump Starting .......................................... 549
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 525
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 527
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 178
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 216, 272
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 329, 352
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 71
Brake System ............................................. 451
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 457
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 454
Brake Assist System ................................. 458
Fluid ........................................................ 502
Foot Brake ............................................... 453
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 557, 558
Parking Brake .......................................... 451
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 160Bulb Replacement
.................................... 504
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear
Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights ... 511
Fog Lights ............................................... 506
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 509
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 508
Headlights ............................................... 504
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 512
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 510
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 512
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 510
Taillight ................................................... 512
Bulb Specifications ........................... 570, 572
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 72
Carrying Cargo ................................. 387, 389
Certification Label .................................... 574
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 504
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 555
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 141
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 71
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 67 Larger Children ......................................... 70
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 64
Using a Tether .......................................... 68
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 532
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 530
Climate Control System ........................... 185
Changing the Mode................................ 185
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 188
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 529
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 187
Sensors ................................................... 191
Synchronized Mode ................................ 190
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 185
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 459
Coat Hooks ............................................... 183
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 459
Compact Spare Tire .................. 539, 571, 573
Console Compartment ............................. 177
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 400
Fluid ....................................................... 501
Kickdown ............................................... 400
Operating the Shift Lever ................ 402, 404
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 552
Shifting ........................................... 401, 403
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Index
Heating and Cooling SystemDust and Pollen Filter .............................. 529
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 329, 352
High Beam Indicator .................................. 85
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 393, 398
HondaLink ®.............................................. 274
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 574
Vehicle Identification............................... 574
Ignition Switch ......................................... 149
Illumination Control ................................ 160
Knob ...................................................... 160
Immobilizer System .................................. 142
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 86
Indicators .................................................... 76
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF) ..................................... 90, 416
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 81
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 78, 454
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 78, 454
Brake Depressing ...................................... 88
Charging System............................... 79, 555
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 92, 93
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 87, 412
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 87, 411
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 37, 83
ECON Mode ..................................... 87, 410 Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System............................................. 83, 559
Fog Light ................................................... 85
High Beam ................................................ 85
Immobilizer System .................................... 86
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 91, 436
Lights On ................................................... 85
Low Fuel .................................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 78, 555
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 84, 446, 449, 560
Maintenance Minder ......................... 87, 479
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 79, 556
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ........................................... 77, 558
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)........................................ 76, 557, 558
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 89
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 80
Security System Alarm ............................... 86
Shift Lever Position .................................... 79
Smart Entry System .................................... 87
Starter System ........................................... 88
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 81
System Message ........................................ 85
Transmission .............................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System............................................. 82, 441
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 442
Information ............................................... 569 Information Display
................................. 111
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 112, 117
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control................................... 160
Interior Lights ........................................... 174
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 163
iPod ................................................... 210, 260
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 542
Jump Starting ........................................... 549
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 123
Keys ........................................................... 122
Keys ........................................................ 122
Number Tag ............................................ 123
Remote Transmitter ................................. 129
Types and Functions ................................ 122
Won’t Turn ............................................... 29
Kickdown (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 400
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