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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
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.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the grounding point as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump 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.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
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
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
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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 ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 466
3.Start the engine and check the 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 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.
1 If 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.
* Not available on all models
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Index
G
Gasoline (Fuel)Economy ................................................. 449
Gauge ....................................................... 92
Information ............................................. 446
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 94, 97
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 446
Gauges ......................................................... 92
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 413
Glass (care) ........................................ 505, 508
Glove Box .................................................. 178
Grocery Bag Hooks ................................... 187
H
Halogen Bulbs................................... 475, 479
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 509
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)....................... 327, 360
Auto Answer ................................... 342, 374
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 344, 376
Automatic Transferring .................... 342, 374
Displaying e-mail messages ...................... 389
Displaying Text Messages................. 356, 388
HFL Buttons ..................................... 327, 360
HFL Menus ...................................... 329, 362
HFL Status Display............................ 328, 361
Limitations fo r Manual Operation .... 328, 361
Making a Call .................................. 348, 380 Options During a Call ...................... 354, 385
Phone Setup.................................... 334, 366
Receiving a Call ............................... 353, 384
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 355
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 386
Ring Tone........................................ 343, 375
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 387
Speed Dial ....................................... 345, 377
To Create a Security PIN .................. 341, 373
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 339
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Options ................................................. 371
Use Contact Photo .................................. 375
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 164
Headlights ................................................. 147
Aiming .................................................... 475
Automatic Operation............................... 148
Dimming ......................................... 147, 150
Operating................................................ 147
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 189
Heating and Cooling System ................... 194
Cooling ................................................... 196
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 196
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 504
Heating ................................................... 195
HFL (HandsFreeLink® )....................... 327, 360
High Beam Indicator .................................. 77
HondaVAC
TM............................................. 191
I
Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission ......................... 544
Vehicle Identification............................... 544
Ignition Switch ......................................... 142
Illumination Control ................................ 153
Knob ...................................................... 153
Immobilizer System .................................. 135
Indicator ................................................... 78
Indicators .................................................... 70
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 73
Blind spot information (BSI) ....................... 83
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 70
Charging System............................... 72, 528
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 82, 416
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 82, 415
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 75
Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 29, 75
Fog Light .................................................. 78
Forward Collision Wa rning (FCW) ............. 80
Fuel Economy ........................................... 82
Hazard Warning........................................ 77
High Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 81
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 71, 528
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 76, 428
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 76, 428, 429
Maintenance Minder......................... 82, 455
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Index
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 529
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ............................................... 70, 530
Parking Sensor .......................................... 75
Power Sliding Door ................................... 83
Power Tailgate .......................................... 82
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 31, 73
Security System Alarm............................... 79
Shift Lever Position.................................... 72
Smart Entry System ................................... 79
Starter System........................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 74
System Message ....................................... 77
TPMS ................................................ 76, 430
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ............................................... 77
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® ) System ........ 74
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System ...... 426
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 74, 427
Washer Level ............................................ 82
Information .............................................. 541
Information Button ................................... 96
Information Display ................................... 93
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 94, 97
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control .................................. 153
Integrated Sunshades .............................. 190
Interface Dial ............................................ 234
Interior Lights ........................................... 176
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 158J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 514
Jump Starting ........................................... 523
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 111
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 117
Keys ........................................................... 110
Lockout Prevention .................................. 117
Master Keys ............................................. 110
Number Tag ............................................ 111
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 119
Remote Transmitter ................................. 115
Types and Functions ................................ 110
Valet Key ................................................. 111
Won’t Turn ................................................ 22
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 412
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW).............. 422
LaneWatchTM............................................. 434
Language (HFL) ................................. 328, 361
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 57
Lights ................................................. 147, 475
Automatic ............................................... 148
Bulb Replacement .................................... 475
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 150
Fog Lights ................................................ 150
High Beam Indicator .................................. 77 Interior .................................................... 176
Light Switches ......................................... 147
Lights On Indicator .................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 147
Load Limits ................................................ 399
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 110
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 120
Childproof Door Locks............................. 119
From Inside ............................................. 118
From Outside .......................................... 113
Keys ........................................................ 110
Using a Key ............................................. 116
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 117
Low Battery Charge ................................. 528
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 528
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 112
Lower Anchors ............................................ 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 399M
Maintenance............................................. 451
Battery .................................................... 499
Brake Fluid .............................................. 473
Cleaning ................................................. 505
Climate Control System ........................... 504
Coolant ................................................... 470
Heating and Cooling System ................... 504
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 455
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