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uuAdjusting the Seats uRear Seats
Controls
The rear seats can be folded down separa tely to allow for additional storage space.
■To fold down the seat
1. Store the center seat belt first. Insert the
latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.
2. Retract the seat belt into the holder on the
ceiling.
2 Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 41
3.Lower the head restraint to its lowest
position.
4. Pull the release lever and fold down the
seat-back.
To return the seat to the original position, pull
up the seat-back in the upright position.
■Folding Down the Rear Seats1 Folding Down the Rear Seats
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items
extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Remove any items from th e rear seat cushion and
floor before you fold down the rear seat.
To lock the seat-back upri ght, push it backwards until
it locks.
Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat
cushion are securely latche d back into place before
driving. Also, make sure all rear shoulder belts are
positioned in front of the seat-back, and the center
shoulder belt is re-posit ioned in the holding slot.
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger seat, as this can cause the
weight sensors in the front passenger seat to work
improperly.
2 Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator P. 55
Anchor
Buckle
Latch Plate
Release Lever
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148
Controls
Separately lift up the left and right halves of
the rear seat cushions to make room for cargo
area.
■Lifting up the seat cushion
1. Make sure the seat belt buckles are in their
loops on the seat.
2. Pull up the rear seat cushion.
3. Fold the seat leg down while pushing the
seat cushion firmly agai nst the seat-back to
lock it.
■Putting the seat in the original position
1. Hold the seat cushion in the upright
position, and pull up the seat leg fully.
u The seat cushion can abruptly fall down
once you pull up the seat leg.
2. Slowly put down the seat cushion and set
the seat leg in the floor guide.
u A latch comes out when the leg is set
properly.
■Folding the Rear Seat Up1Folding the Rear Seat Up
After you fold the seat up, or put it back in the
original position, make sure the seat is firmly secured
by rocking it forward and back.
Check if there are any items on the seat before you
pull the seat cushion up. Check if there are any
obstacles around the floor guide before you put the
seat back in the original position.
Loop
Seat Leg
Floor Guide
Latch
Seat Leg
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uuAdjusting the Seats uArmrest
Controls
Armrest
The console lid can be used as an armrest.
To adjust:
Slide the armrest to the desired position.
Pull down the armrest in the center backrest.
■Using the Front Seat Armrest
■Using the Rear Seat Armrest*
* Not available on all models
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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. 317
•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 driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 105
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 140
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 142
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 138
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 137
■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, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the
seats.
u They can interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
2Fastening a Seat Belt P. 38
•Make sure that the indicators in the ins trument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.
u Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.
2 Indicators P. 72
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uuCleaning uInterior Care
Maintenance
The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor
anchors, which keep the mat from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mats.
To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allo w leather to air dry in the shade.
■Floor Mats1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock
Unlock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather*1
Maintaining Genuine Leather*
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or si de pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 456
•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 in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Honda pa rts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, pr ovince, territory, and local regulations.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
1Accessories and Modifications
Honda Genuine accessor ies are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
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.
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 338
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 369
Accessories and Modifications ................ 429
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 156
Additives Coolant .................................................. 392
Engine Oil ............................................... 387
Washer ................................................... 396
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 387
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 149
Front Seats.............................................. 140
Head Restraints ....................................... 142
Headlights .............................................. 397
Mirrors.................................................... 138
Rear Seats ............................................... 146
Steering Wheel ....................................... 137
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 187, 209
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System .......................... 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 164, 168
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 423
Heating and Cooling System ................... 161 Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System)
Synchronized Mode ................................. 172
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System)
Cooling ................................................... 164
Heating ................................................... 163
Air Pressure ....................................... 411, 467
Airbags ........................................................ 44
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 50
Airbag Care ............................................... 56
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 47
Indicator .............................................. 54, 77
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 55
Sensors ...................................................... 44
Side Airbags .............................................. 51
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 53
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ............................ 358
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 369
Indicator .................................................... 77
Armrest ..................................................... 149
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 180 Audio System
............................................ 176
Adjusting the Sound........................ 187, 209
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 178
Error Messages ........................................ 231
General Information ................................ 235
HDMI ® Port ............................................. 178
iPod ................................................ 194, 217
MP3/WMA/AAC .............. 191, 197, 214, 222
Recommended CDs ................................. 235
Recommended Devices............................ 237
Remote Controls ..................................... 180
Security Code .......................................... 179
Theft Protection ...................................... 179
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 237
USB Port(s) .............................................. 177
Audio/Information Screen ............... 183, 204
Authorized Manuals ................................ 475
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 109
Customize ............................................... 110
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 366
Indicator............................................ 74, 366
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator............................................ 73, 366
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 173
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 178
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 90
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