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528
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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541Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver informatio n interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Remove Charger Connector message appearsRemoving a charge connector. Set the power
mode to ACCESSORY, then to ON.
The Low Battery Charge . Power Reduced. message appearsCharge the High Voltage battery.
2Charging P. 460
The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 105
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 160
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 543
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 558
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check a ll fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 566
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 545
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545Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as the audio and lights. Turn off the
power system, then open the hood. 1.Open the battery terminal cover.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Chec k the charger manual
for the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the power system vibrates. Also
be careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow
the cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the power system from
starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt 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 12-volt battery.
Battery Terminal Cover
Booster Battery
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548
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the driver
information interface.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the driver information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the driver
information interface when the po wer system temperature is high.
2Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages P. 105
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Set the parking brake, and put the transmission into
(P, and set the parking
brake. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode in ON, and wait until the message disappears.
u If the message does not disappear, have the vehicle inspected at a dealer.
■The High Temperature. Power Reduced. Message Appears
on the Driver Information Interface
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■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 power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
■The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot
Message Appears on the Driver Information Interface1 The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too
Hot Message Appears on the Driver Information Interface
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the Warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
2Oil Check P. 489
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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588
Index
FluidsBrake ....................................................... 498
Coolant ........................................... 494, 496
Transmission ............................................ 498
Windshield Washer .................................. 499
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 245
Foot Brake ................................................. 439
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 57
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 193
Front Seats ................................................ 177
Adjusting ................................................. 177
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 398
Fuel ...................................................... 33, 457
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 475
Gauge ..................................................... 123
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 129
Range ...................................................... 123
Recommendation .................................... 457
Refueling ................................................. 457
Requirement ............................................ 572
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 475
Fuel Fill Cap ......................................... 33, 458
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 33, 458
Fuses .......................................................... 559
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 566
Locations ......................................... 559, 562
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 475 Information ............................................. 457
Refueling................................................. 457
Gauges ...................................................... 123
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 93, 388
Gear Selection
Transmission ........................................... 386
Glass (care) ........................................ 520, 522
Glove Box .................................................. 187
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 527
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 339
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 352
Displaying Messages................................ 366
HFL Buttons............................................. 339
HFL Menus .............................................. 342
HFL Status Display ................................... 341
In Case of Emergency .............................. 370
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 341
Making a Call .......................................... 360
Options During a Call .............................. 363
Phone Setup............................................ 347
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 356
Receiving a Call ....................................... 363
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 364
Ring Tone................................................ 351
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 365
Speed Dial ............................................... 353
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options ... 350 Hazard Warning Button
.............................. 6
HD Radio
TM............................................... 245
Head Restraints ........................................ 180
Headlights ................................................ 164
Aiming.................................................... 500
Automatic Operation .............................. 165
Dimming......................................... 164, 167
Operating ............................................... 164
Heated Door Mirror Button .................... 171
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 193
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 339
High Beam Indicator .................................. 99
High Voltage Battery ............................... 472
Charging ................................................ 460
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge ..................................................... 125
High-Voltage Battery Monitoring System .. 2
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 383
Home Screen ............................................ 227
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 336
Honda App License Agreement .............. 293
Honda Sensing
TM........................................ 34
HondaLink ®............................................ 271
HV Button ................................................... 16
HV Charge .................................................. 17
HV Charge Indicator .................................. 91
HV Indicator ............................................... 91
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Index
I
Identification NumbersEngine, Motor, and Transmission ............ 574
Vehicle Identification............................... 574
Immobilizer System .................................. 155
Indicator ................................................. 100
Indicators .................................................... 88
12-Volt Battery Charging System ...... 93, 552
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ......................... 102, 405
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 95
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 89, 441
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 89, 441
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ...................................... 103, 104
Deceleration Paddle Selector ..................... 93
ECON Mode ........................................... 100
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 96, 555
EV............................................................. 91
Gear Position ............................................ 93
High Beam ................................................ 99
HV ............................................................ 91
HV Charge ................................................ 91
Immobilizer System ................................. 100
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........................................... 103, 423
Lights On .................................................. 99
Low Fuel ................................................... 93
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 98, 431, 433
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 92 Parking Brake and Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 90, 556
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ...................... 88, 89, 554, 556
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 90
READY ...................................................... 92
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............ 101
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 49, 95
Security System Alarm ............................. 100
SPORT Mode ................................... 100, 393
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 67, 96
System Message ........................................ 99
Transmission System .................................. 94
Turn Signal and Haza rd Warning ............... 99
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF ... 97, 429
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System............................................. 97, 428
Information ............................................... 571
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 129
Instrument Panel ........................................ 87
Interior Lights ........................................... 185
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 175
iPod ........................................................... 257
J
Jacking Points ........................................... 540
Jump Starting ........................................... 545
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 140
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 147
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention.................................. 147
Number Tag ............................................ 140
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 145
Types and Functions ................................ 139
Kickdown .................................................. 385
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 421
LaneWatchTM............................................ 435
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 76
Lights ................................................. 164, 500
Automatic ............................................... 165
Bulb Replacement ................................... 500
Daytime Running Lights........................... 167
High Beam Indicator .................................. 99
Interior .................................................... 185
Light Switches ......................................... 164
Lights On Indicator .................................... 99
Turn Signals ............................................ 163
Load Limits ................................................ 377
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