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uuWhen Driving uShifting
Driving
Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 9th gears without releasing your
hands from the steering wheel. The transmiss ion will switch to the sequential mode.
■When the transmission is in (D:
The vehicle will go into the sequential mode momentarily, and the sequential mode
gear selection indicator will come on.
When the vehicle goes into the sequential mode by
(- paddle shifter and the lower
gear is available, the trans mission properly selects single or double gear change.
Once you start traveling at a constant sp eed, the sequential mode will automatically
switch off, and the sequential mode gear selection indicator will go off.
Hold the
(+ paddle shifter for two seconds or push the (D button to return to
normal drive.
■When the transmission is in (D with Sport+ mode:
The vehicle will go into the sequential mode, and the M (sequential mode) indicator
and sequential mode gear selection indicator will come on.
If the vehicle speed increases and the engi ne speed reaches near the tachometer’s
red zone, the transmission automatica lly shifts up to the next gear.
You can cancel this mode by pressing Dynamic Mode button to select other than
Sport+ mode or push the
(D button to return to normal drive Sport+ mode. When
the sequential mode is canceled, the sequential mode indicator and sequential
mode gear selection i ndicator will turn off.
■Sequential Mode
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uuWhen Driving uShifting
Driving
■Shift Lever Operation1Shift Lever Operation
NOTICE
When you change the shift lever from (D to ( R and
vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the
brake pedal depressed.
Operating the shift lever be fore the vehicle has come
to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.
Use the shift lever position indicator to check the
lever position befo re pulling away.
Whichever position the shift lever is in when driving,
a blinking transmission syst em indicator indicates a
transmission problem.
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
The fuel supply may be cut of f if you drive at engine
speeds in or over the tac hometer’s red zone (engine
speed limit). If this happe ns, you may experience a
slight jolt.
When the engine speed is increased while the shift
lever is in
( N, (P or (R, the fuel supply may be cut
off even without the engine speed entering the
tachometer’s red zone.
It may not be possible to operate the shift lever if the
brake pedal is applied while the shift lever release
button is held down.
Depress the brake pedal first.
Shift Lever Position Indicator
(transmission system indicator)
Depress the brake pedal
and press the shift lever
release button to shift.
Shift without pressing the
shift lever release button.
Press the shift lever
release button and
shift.
Tachometer’s red zone
M
(sequential mode) Indicator
Sequential Mode Gear
Selection Indicator
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way you can safely transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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Index
Front Airbags (SRS).................................... 44
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ........ 203
Front Seats ................................................ 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 388
Fuel ..................................................... 21, 460
Economy................................................. 463
Gauge .................................................... 113
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 118
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 78
Range ..................................................... 118
Recommendation............................ 460, 566
Refueling ................................................ 460
Fuel Economy ........................................... 463
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 21, 461
Fuses ......................................................... 555
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 559
Locations ........................ 555, 556, 557, 558
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 463
Gauge .................................................... 113
Information............................................. 460
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 118
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 78
Refueling ................................................ 460
Gauges ...................................................... 113
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 75, 372 Gear Shift Lever Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 378
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 371
Glass (care) ........................................ 510, 512
Glove Box .................................................. 192
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 517
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 317
Auto Answer ........................................... 333
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 335
Automatic Transferring ............................ 333
Displaying Messages ................................ 348
HFL Buttons ............................................. 317
HFL Menus .............................................. 320
HFL Status Display ................................... 318
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 319
Making a Call .......................................... 339
Options During a Call .............................. 345
Phone Setup ............................................ 325
Receiving a Call ....................................... 344
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 346
Ring Tone ................................................ 334
Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account................................................. 347
Speed Dial ............................................... 336
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 332
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .. 330 Use Contact Photo .................................. 334
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 183
Headlight Washers ................................... 171
Headlights ................................................. 162
Aiming .................................................... 488
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 166
Automatic Operation............................... 163
Dimming ......................................... 162, 165
Operating................................................ 162
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 202
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 203, 204
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 317
High Beam Indicator .................................. 82
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 368
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 314
Honda App License Agreement .............. 277
I
Identification Numbers............................ 568
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number ............................................... 568
Illumination Control ................................. 172
Immobilizer System .................................. 152
Indicator.................................................... 83
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