2020 HONDA PASSPORT jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73Safety Labels P. 74
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 148 Security System P. 158 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 161
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 186 Adjusting the Seats P. 188
Climate Control System P. 219
Audio System Basic Operation P. 235, 253 Audio Error Messages P. 328
Customized Features P. 354, 361 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 380
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 452 When Driving P. 454 Honda Sensing ® P. 492 Braking P. 537
Refueling P. 554 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 557
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 569 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 581
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 590 Battery P. 599
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 602 Cleaning P. 604
Engine Does Not Start P. 621 Jump Starting P. 624Overheating P. 627
Emergency Towing P. 638 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 639
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 647 Reporting Safety Defects P. 648
Authorized Manuals P. 653 Customer Service Information P. 654
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 129
FeaturesP. 227
DrivingP. 435
MaintenanceP. 559
Handling the UnexpectedP. 611
InformationP. 643
IndexP. 655
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P611)
Flat Tire (P613)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P629)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P621)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P633)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P627)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P638)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 612
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 613
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 621
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 622
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 623
Jump Starting .................................... 624
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 627 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ...... 629
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 629
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 630
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 631
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 631
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 632 If the Transmission I
ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 632
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 633
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 637
Emergency Towing ........................... 638
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 639
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 640
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate .. 641
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the driver information interface.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 622
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 165
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 599●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 633
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 454
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 158
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 104
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 637
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 638
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 624
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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.Pull up on the engine compartment cover,
remove it from the pins.
2. Remove the holding clips and the air intake
duct.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump 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.
Pin
Engine Compartment Cover
Air Intake Duct
Clip
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Handling the Unexpected
3.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
4. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
5. 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-
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
6. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
8. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
9. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Pin
Engine Cover
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 318
Audio/Information Screen ................ 236, 254
Authorized Manuals ................................. 653
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 147
Customize ....................................... 125, 375
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 174
Indicator .................................................... 80
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 470
OFF Button .............................................. 471
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Amber) .............. 85
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 85
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 178
Automatic Lighting .................................. 170
Automatic Transmission ........................... 461
Creeping ................................................. 461
Fluid ........................................................ 579
Kickdown ................................................ 461
Operating the Shift Button....................... 464
Shifting.................................................... 462
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 230
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 110
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 585
Battery ....................................................... 599
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 629
Jump Starting .......................................... 624
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 599
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ...................................... 203 Blind Spot Information System
................ 482
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 250, 309
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®........... 383, 408
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 72
Brake System ............................................ 537
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 539
Brake Assist System ................................. 540
Fluid ........................................................ 580
Foot Brake............................................... 538
Indicator............................................ 76, 631
Parking Brake .......................................... 537
Brake System (Red) Indicator.................................................. 631
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 182
Bulb Replacement .................................... 581
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 585
Brake lights ............................................. 584
Daytime Running Lights........................... 582
Fog Lights ............................................... 583
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 582
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 583
Headlights ............................................... 581
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 585
Parking Lights.......................................... 582
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 585
Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 584
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 584
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 584
Taillights.................................................. 584
Bulb Specifications ................................... 644
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 466
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Carrying Cargo ................................. 437, 439
Certification Label ................................... 646
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 581
Charging System Indicator ................ 77, 629
Child Safety ................................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 146
Child Seat ................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 72
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 60
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 66
Larger Children ......................................... 71
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 146
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 606
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 604
Climate Control System ........................... 219
Changing the Mode................................ 219
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 220
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 603
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 220
Sensors ................................................... 225
Synchronization Mode ............................ 222
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 219
Clock ......................................................... 130
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