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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The rear cargo cover can be used to conceal
items in the cargo area and protect them from
direct sunlight.
■To extend:
Slightly lift up on the handle at the center
edge of the cover to unhook each end, then
pull the cover rearward and clip the mounting
rods in the hooks at both sides of the tailgate
opening.
■To retract:
Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll
it back until it is completely retracted.
■To remove:
Push either end of th e housing inward, then
lift it out of its position.
■Rear Cargo Cover*1 Rear Cargo Cover*
Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area
while driving. Loose items ca n cause injury if you have
to brake hard.
Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat
in the cargo area. They could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.
To prevent rear cargo cover damage:
•Do not place items on the rear cargo cover.•Do not put weight on the rear cargo cover.
Be sure that each mounting rod sets in its respective
retention groove when you retract the rear cargo
cover. If they are not set in the grooves, the rods may
rattle as they contac t the surrounding surfaces.
Handle
Mounting Rod
Hook
* Not available on all models
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 448
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 453
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 456
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 457
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
General Information ......................... 458
Important Safety Precautions............ 458
Avoiding Trouble ............................. 459
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 460
Starting the Engine .......................... 462
Precautions While Driving................. 467
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Continuously Variable Transmission... 468
Shifting ............................................ 469
ECON Button ................................... 471
Cruise Control
*............................... 472
Front Sensor Camera*..................... 479
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF)
*....................... 481Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*..................................... 497Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*.. 501Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System............. 509
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 515
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System
TM*...................................... 517
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 518Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 522
Braking Brake System ................................... 524
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 530
Brake Assist System ......................... 531
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM)*..................................... 532
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 542
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 547
Refueling ........................................... 549
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 552
Turbo Engine Vehicle*...................... 553
* 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. 451
•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. 144
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 197
2 Adjusting the Front Head Restraints P. 203
•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. 194
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 195
■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
454
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
Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more:
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 trai ler maker for prope r installation and
setup of the equipment.
Improper installation and setup can affect the
handling, stability, and br aking performance of your
vehicle.
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.
Trailer packages and products:
•Ball mount, hitch plug, hitch pin etc.•Wiring harness kit
•Trailer hitch kit
2Trailer brakes P. 454
Are available at a dealer.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
Driving
■Trailer light
Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal, state, province/territory, and
local regulations. Check with your local trailer sales or rental agency for the
requirements in the area where you plan to tow.
We recommend that you have a dealer inst all a Honda wiring harness and converter.
They are designed for your vehicle.
The lighting and wiring of trailers can vary by type and brand. If a connector is
required, it should only be installed by a qualified technician.1 Trailer light
The trailer lighting connect or is located behind the
left side panel in the cargo area.
Even if you are planning to use the non-Honda trailer
lighting harness and converte r, ask a dealer for the
correct connector and pins.
Right Turn Signal (Light Green)
Left Turn Signal (Light Blue)
Small (Violet) Brake Light (Pink)
+B Trailer (White) Grand (Black)
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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 453
•Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the white (H) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
1 Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer is restricted
up to 65 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer's tires.
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake must be applied to
start the engine.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possibl e to start the vehicle
in
(N with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in
(P.
3. Turn the ignition switch to START
(e
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Models without smart entry system
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Do not hold the key in START
( e for more than 10
seconds.
•If the engine does not sta rt right away, wait for at
least 30 seconds before trying again.
•If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 30 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1. Keeping your right foot on the br ake pedal, put the shift lever in (D. Select (R
when reversing.
2. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the parking brake indicator goes off.
2 Parking Brake P. 524
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Move the shift lever to
(D, (S, or (L when facing uphill, or (R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting the Engine
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly code d key (or other device) is
used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.
2 Immobilizer System P. 161
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the
brake pedal. When facing downhill, you can start
your vehicle more smoothly by manually releasing it
with the electric parki ng brake switch than by
releasing it with th e accelerator pedal.
1Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippe ry slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
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