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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness codes as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some States use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mo de to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks fi ve times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retest ing by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the ac celerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P (automatic transmission/continuously variable
transmission) or neutral (manual transm ission). Increase the engine speed to
2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again onl y after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.

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Information
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major hi ghway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in
(D (automatic transmission/continuously va riable transmission) or 5th (manual
transmission). Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator pedal. (Veh icle speed may vary slightly; this is
okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic
conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, th en repeat it two more times (for a total
of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city or suburban traffic for at le ast 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several se conds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

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Index
Automatic Brake Hold SystemIndicator ............................................ 82, 581
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 202
Automatic Lighting .................................. 195
Automatic Transmission
Creeping ................................................. 476
Fluid ........................................................ 632
Kickdown ................................................ 476
Shift Operation ........................................ 478
Shifting.................................................... 477
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 143
Average Speed .......................................... 145
B
Battery....................................................... 655
Charging System Indicator ................. 84, 685
Jump Starting .......................................... 678
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 655
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 657
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 227
Blind spot information System ................ 505
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 271, 321
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 405, 429
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 575
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 585
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 581
Brake Assist System ................................. 586
Fluid ........................................................ 633 Foot Brake............................................... 580
Indicator.............................. 79, 80, 687, 688
Parking Brake .......................................... 575
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 204
Bulb Replacement .................................... 635
Brake, Taillight, Rear Si de Marker Lights and
Rear Turn Signal Light............................ 638
Fog Lights ............................................... 637
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 637
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 637
Headlights ............................................... 635
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 642
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 637
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 642
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 637
Taillight, Brake Light and Back-Up Light... 640
Bulb Specifications ........................... 704, 706
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 234
Carrying Cargo ................................. 457, 459
Center Pocket ........................................... 224
Certification Label .................................... 708
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 635
Charging System Indicator ................. 84, 685
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 178
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182 Child Seat
................................................... 61
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 63
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 64
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 69
Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 63
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 65
Using a Tether .......................................... 71
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 178
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 661
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 659
Climate Control System ........................... 240
Changing the Mode................................ 240
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 241
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 658
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 240
Sensors ................................................... 243
Synchronized Mode ................................ 242
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 240
Clock ......................................................... 164
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 513
Coat Hook ................................................ 234
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 513
Compact Spare Tire .................. 669, 705, 707
Console Compartment ............................. 225

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Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping................................................. 476
Fluid ....................................................... 631
Kickdown ............................................... 476
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 23, 485, 487
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 681
Shifting ........................................... 484, 486
Controls .................................................... 163
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 629
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ..................................................... 629
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 630
Overheating ............................................ 683
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) .... 476
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 594
Cup Holders .............................................. 227
Customer Service Information ................ 716
Customized Features ....................... 372, 383
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 197
Dead Battery ............................................ 678
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 401
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 241
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 709
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 194
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 209 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 622
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 193
Door Mirrors ............................................. 210
Doors ......................................................... 166
Auto Door Locking .................................. 179
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 179
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 169
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 649
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 152
Driver Information Interface ................... 138
Switching the Display .............................. 138
Warning and Information Messages ........ 105
Driving ....................................................... 455
Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 476
Braking .................................................... 575
Shifting Gear ................................... 477, 490
Shifting Position .............................. 484, 486
Starting the Engine .................................. 467
Driving Position Memory System ............. 206
Driving Support Information ................... 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 658
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................ 494
Econ Mode Indicator.................................................... 97
Elapsed Time ............................................. 145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 92, 689
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 496
Emergency ................................................ 697
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 677
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 711
Engine ....................................................... 708
Coolant ................................................... 629
Jump Starting .......................................... 678
Oil ........................................................... 621
Starting ................................................... 467
Engine Coolant ......................................... 629
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ...................................................... 629
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 630
Overheating ............................................ 683
Temperature Gauge ................................ 137
Engine Oil ................................................. 621
Adding .................................................... 624
Checking................................................. 622
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 612
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 685
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 621
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 190

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EPS (Electric Power Steering) System....... 689
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) ................................... 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 661
Exterior Mirrors ......................................... 210
F
Features..................................................... 245
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 658
Oil ........................................................... 625
Flat Tire ..................................................... 669
Floor Mats ................................................. 660
Fluids Automatic Transmission ........................... 632
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 633
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 631
Engine Coolant ........................................ 629
Manual Transmission ............................... 631
Windshield Washer .................................. 634
FM/AM Radio .................................... 261, 300
Fog Lights .................................................. 196
Indicator .................................................... 94
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 215
Foot Brake ................................................. 580
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 48
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 237
Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation .............................................. 238 Front Seats
Adjusting ................................................ 211
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 572
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 601
Economy ................................................. 604
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 143
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Range ..................................................... 143
Recommendation .................................... 601
Refueling................................................. 601
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 604
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 602
Unable to Unlock .................................... 698
Fuses .......................................................... 692
Inspecting and Changing......................... 696
Locations......................................... 692, 694
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 604
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Information ............................................. 601
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 143
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Refueling................................................. 601
Gauges ...................................................... 137
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 84 Gear Shift Lever Positions
Continuously Variable
Transmission ................................. 484, 486
Manual Transmission .............................. 490
Glass (care) ....................................... 659, 662
Glove Box ................................................. 224
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 635
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 667
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)...................... 405, 429
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ................................... 419, 438
Automatic Transferring ................... 417, 437
Displaying Messages ............................... 448
Favorite Contacts .................................... 439
HFL Buttons .................................... 405, 429
HFL Menus...................................... 407, 432
HFL Status Display ........................... 406, 431
In Case of Emergency ..................... 327, 452
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 406, 431
Making a Call ................................. 423, 441
Options During a Call...................... 428, 444
Phone Setup ................................... 411, 434
Receiving a Call............................... 427, 444
Receiving a Text Message........................ 446
Ring Tone ....................................... 417, 437
Selecting a Phone ................................... 447
Speed Dial .............................................. 420
To Clear the System ................................ 418

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To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 445
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio
TM............................................... 303
Head Restraints ........................................ 217
Headlights ................................................ 194
Aiming.................................................... 635
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 198
Automatic Operation .............................. 195
Dimming......................................... 194, 197
Operating ............................................... 194
Head-Up Display ...................................... 157
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 236
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 203
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 237, 238, 239
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 405, 429
High Beam Indicator .................................. 94
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 474
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 402
Honda App License Agreement .............. 352
Honda Sensing ®................................ 25, 510
HondaLink ®............................................ 323
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Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission ......................... 708
Vehicle Identification............................... 708
Illumination Control Dial ......................................................... 204
Immobilizer System .................................. 183
Indicator ................................................... 95 Indicators
.................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (Amber) /Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) (Amber) ......................................... 99
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (Green) /Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) (Green) ........................ 100, 523, 540
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 90
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 90
Automatic Brake Hold ............... 82, 581, 582
Automatic Brake Hold System .... 82, 581, 582
Charging System ............................... 84, 685
ECON Mode ...................................... 97, 494
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System............................................. 92, 689
Fog Light ................................................... 94
Gear Position ............................................. 84
High Beam ................................................ 94
Immobilizer System .................................... 95
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................. 100
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Green) .......................................... 100, 556
Lights On ................................................... 94
Low Fuel .................................................... 89
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 93, 499, 503
M (sequential mode/ 7-speed manual shi ft mode) Indicator/
Gear Selection Indicator ........................... 84
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 83, 686 Parking Brake and Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 80, 688
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ....................................... 79, 687, 688
Safety Support (Amber) ........................... 101
Safety Support (Green) ............................ 104
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 39, 89
Security System Alarm ............................... 96
Shift Down ................................................ 88
Shift Up..................................................... 88
SPORT Mode ..................................... 98, 493
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 58, 90
System Message ........................................ 96
Transmission System............................ 85, 87
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 94
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
OFF ................................................. 92, 497
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 91, 496
Information .............................................. 703
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 143
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control................................... 204
Interior Lights ........................................... 222
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 209
iPad ........................................................... 351
iPhone ....................................................... 351
iPod ........................................... 263, 315, 351

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J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)......................... 672
Jump Starting ............................................ 678
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 167
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 175
Keys ........................................................... 166
Lockout Prevention .................................. 175
Number Tag ............................................ 167
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 178
Remote Transmitter ................................. 173
Types and Functions ................................ 166
Valet Key ................................................. 182
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) ..... 476
Knee Airbags ............................................... 52
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 554
LaneWatchTM............................................. 508
Language (HFL) ................................. 406, 431
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 66
Lights ................................................. 194, 635
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 198
Automatic ............................................... 195
Bulb Replacement .................................... 635
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 197
Fog Lights ................................................ 196 High Beam Indicator .................................. 94
Interior .................................................... 222
Light Switches ......................................... 194
Lights On Indicator .................................... 94
Turn Signals ............................................ 193
Load Limits ................................................ 459
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 166
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 179
Childproof Door Locks............................. 178
From Inside ............................................. 176
From Outside .......................................... 169
Keys ........................................................ 166
Using a Key ............................................. 174
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 175
Low Battery Charge ................................. 685
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 89
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 685
Low Remote Signal Strength ................... 168
Lower Anchors ............................................ 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 704, 706
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 459
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 212
M
Maintenance..................................... 147, 607
Battery .................................................... 655
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 633
Cleaning ................................................. 659
Climate Control System ........................... 658
Coolant ................................................... 629 Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 611
Oil .......................................................... 622
Precautions ............................................. 608
Radiator .................................................. 630
Remote Transmitter ................................ 657
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 635
Safety ..................................................... 609
Service Items ........................................... 615
Tires........................................................ 646
Transmission Fluid ................................... 631
Under the Hood ...................................... 618
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 83, 686
Manual Transmission ............................... 490
Map Lights ................................................ 223
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 459
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 137
Mirrors ...................................................... 209
Adjusting ................................................ 209
Door ....................................................... 210
Exterior ................................................... 210
Interior Rearview ..................................... 209
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 664
Moonroof ................................................. 189
MP3 ................................................... 268, 318
MP3/WMA/AAC ................................ 268, 318
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 598
N
Navigation................................................ 146
Near Field Communication (NFC) ............ 334

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Index
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.................................... 69
Pregnant Women ...................................... 43
Reminder ................................................... 39
Warning Indicator ................................ 39, 89
Seat Heaters .............................. 237, 238, 239
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 238
Seats .......................................................... 211
Adjusting ................................................. 211
Front Seats .............................................. 211
Rear Seats................................................ 215
Seat Heaters ............................ 237, 238, 239
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 238
Security System ......................................... 183
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 95
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 96
Select Buttons ..................................... 20, 477
Operation ................................................ 478
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 65
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 254
Shift Lever ........................... 23, 484, 486, 490
Operation .......................... 23, 485, 487, 490
Releasing ................................................. 681
Won’t Move ............................................ 681
Shifting (Transmission) ..... 477, 484, 486, 490
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 42
Side Airbags ................................................ 55
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 57
Siri ® Eyes Free .................................... 274, 337
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 304 Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 169
Snow Tires ................................................. 654
Spare Tire .................................. 669, 705, 707
Spark Plugs ....................................... 704, 706
Specifications ............................................ 704
Specified Fuel ........................... 601, 704, 706
Speedometer ............................................ 137
SPORT Mode ............................................. 493
Indicator.................................................... 98
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 48
Starting the Engine .................................. 467
Does Not Start......................................... 675
Jump Starting .......................................... 678
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 208
Stopping ................................................... 587
Summer Tires ............................................ 654
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 235
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 48
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 190
System Message Indicator .......................... 96
System Updates ........................................ 288
T
Tachometer............................................... 149
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 137
Outside Temperature Display ................... 141 Temperature Sensor
........................ 141, 243
Time (Adjusting) ...................................... 164
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 499
Indicator ........................................... 93, 690
Tires .......................................................... 646
Air Pressure............................. 647, 705, 707
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 646
Inspection ............................................... 646
Labeling .................................................. 647
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 669
Regulations ............................................. 649
Rotation.................................................. 653
Spare Tire ............................... 669, 705, 707
Summer .................................................. 654
Tire Chains.............................................. 654
Wear Indicators....................................... 651
Winter .................................................... 654
Tools ......................................................... 668
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 461
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 463
Load Limits ............................................. 461
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 465
Emergency .............................................. 697
TPMS
(Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 499
Indicator ........................................... 93, 690
Traffic Sign Recognition System ............. 566
Transmission ..................... 477, 484, 486, 490
Automatic............................................... 477
Continuously Variable ..................... 484, 486