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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stops in
accordance with the amount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.
■Auto sensitivity adjustment
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you
can adjust the sensitivity of the rainfall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preference.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Wipers and Washers
If the wipers st op operating due to an obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the
following situations in order to prevent severe
damage to the wiper system:
•Cleaning the windshield•Driving through a car wash
•No rain present
Rainfall Sensor
Low sensitivity
High sensitivity
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays on the rear wi ndow while you rotate
the switch to this position.
Hold it to activate the rear wiper and to spray
the washer. Once released, the washer spray
will stop and the rear wi per will return to its
selected switch setting after a few more
sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to
(R with the windshield wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automatically as fo llows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer
INT: Intermittent
OFF ON
Washer
Front Wiper Op eration Rear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe) Continuous
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Driving
The system can be used when th e following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle is travelling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in high speed operation.
■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
u The LKAS is on in the driver information
interface.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the driver
information interface.
The system is activated.
■When the System can be Used1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
If the vehicle drifts toward ei ther left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
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Driving
■The system operatio n is suspended if
you:
• Set the wipers to HI.
u Turning the wipers off resumes the
LKAS.
• Decrease the vehicle speed to about 40
mph (64 km/h) or less.
u Increasing the vehicle speed to about 45
mph (72 km/h) or more resumes the
LKAS.
• Depress the brake pedal.
u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting
the lane lines again once you release the
brake pedal.
• Your vehicle is driving to the right or the left
of the lane.
When the LKAS is suspended,
the lane lines on the driver
information interface change
to contour lines, and the
beeper sounds (if activated).
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
Driving
The system becomes ready to start sear ching for lane markings when all the
following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
• The vehicle is not accelera ting or braking, and the steering wheel is not being
turned.
• The system makes a determination that th e driver is not actively accelerating,
braking or steering.
■How the System Activates1 How the System Activates
The RDM system may automa tically shut off and the
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 78
RDM system function can be impacted when the
vehicle is:
•Not driven within a traffic lane.•Driven on the inside edge of a curve, or outside of
a lane.
•Driven in a narrow lane.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver's side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center)
and raise the hood. Once you have raised
the hood slightly, you can release the lever.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. St anding too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a c onveyor, make sure the
transmission in
( N position.
2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 405
Air Intake Vents
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Index
USB Port .................................................. 219
Wallpaper Setup ...................................... 228
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 288
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 225
Authorized Manuals ................................. 592
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 138
Customize ............................................... 338
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 165
Indicator .................................................... 82
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 409
OFF Button .............................................. 410
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Amber) .............. 87
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 87
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 169
Automatic Lighting .................................. 161
Automatic Transmission ........................... 400
Creeping ................................................. 400
Fluid ........................................................ 517
Kickdown ................................................ 400
Operating the Shift Button....................... 403
Shifting.................................................... 401
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 220
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 112
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 523
Battery ....................................................... 537
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 568
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 562
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 537 Belts (Seat)
.................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 194
Blind Spot Information System ................ 421
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 279
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®................... 346
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 74
Brake System ............................................ 476
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 478
Brake Assist System ................................. 479
Fluid ........................................................ 518
Foot Brake............................................... 477
Indicator............................................ 78, 569
Parking Brake .......................................... 476
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 173
Bulb Replacement .................................... 519
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 523
Brake lights ............................................. 522
Daytime Running Lights........................... 520
Fog Lights ............................................... 521
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 520
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 521
Headlights ............................................... 519
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 523
Parking Lights.......................................... 520
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 523
Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 522
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 522
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 522
Taillights.................................................. 522
Bulb Specifications ................................... 582
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 405
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 375, 377
Certification Label ................................... 584
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 519
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 568
Child Safety ................................................ 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 137
Child Seat ................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 62
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 68
Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 137
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 544
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 542
Climate Control System ........................... 210
Changing the Mode................................ 210
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 211
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 541
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 211
Sensors ................................................... 216
Synchronization Mode ............................ 213
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 210
Clock ......................................................... 122
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