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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered keyless remote is in the vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.•The telematics* unit malfunctions.
•The security system alarm is not set.
Before starting the engine, make sure to check the
door lock status using the remote. When you press
the button, wait for the green LED to blink. If
the red LED turns on, the doors and trunk did not
lock, and the engine does not start.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.
•The seat heater is activated. 2Seat Heaters P. 174
Press and hold the button
for one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed. Red LED:
●Comes on for one second to let you
know that the engine has stopped.
●Blinks when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal, then press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake peda l, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicator has gone off.
3. Put the transmission into
(D. Select (R when reversing.
4. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into
(D or (S when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive
When the engine was started using the keyless remote*
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Remote Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.1.Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the keyless remote.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
1 Replacing the Remote Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposalM
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.
Models without remote control engine start system
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 564
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 565
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 580
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 587
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 588
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 589
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 590
Jump Starting Procedure .................. 590
Models with a compact spare tire
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 593
Overheating How to Handle Overheating............. 594
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressu re Indicator Comes
On................................................ 596
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 596
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 597
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 598
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 598
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 599
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 600
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 602
Emergency Towing ........................... 603
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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 multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 588
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 139
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights do not come on at all
2Battery P. 551●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 600
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. 432
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 132
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 92
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 602
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 603
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 590
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information display, and the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the engine won’t star t, start the engine as follows:
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
remote while the ENGINE START/STOP
button is flashing. The buttons on the
keyless remote should be facing you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless
remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button, and place the shift
lever into
(N.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a de aler as soon as
possible.
■Releasing the Lock
Cover Slot
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot
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Index
G
Gasoline (Fuel)Economy ................................................. 513
Gauge ....................................................... 92
Information ............................................. 510
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 97
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling ................................................. 510
Gauges ......................................................... 92
Gear Position Indicator ............................... 73
Glass (care) ................................................ 559
Glove Box .................................................. 170
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 563
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)....................... 345, 374
Auto Answer ........................................... 391
Automatic Import of Cellular
Phonebook and Call History ........... 361, 393
Automatic Transferring .................... 359, 391
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 359
Displaying Messages ........................ 370, 411
HFL Buttons ..................................... 345, 374
HFL Menus ...................................... 347, 377
HFL Status Display............................ 346, 375
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 346, 376
Making a Call .................................. 364, 402
Options During a Call ...................... 368, 408
Phone Setup .................................... 352, 382
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 397 Receiving a Call ............................... 367, 407
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 369
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 409
Ring Tone................................................ 392
Roadside Assistance ................................ 415
Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account ................................................ 410
Speed Dial ....................................... 362, 394
Text Message .................................. 357, 369
To Clear the System ................................ 360
To Create a Security PIN .................. 358, 389
To Set Up a Text Message Notice Option................................................... 357
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 387
Use Contact Photo .................................. 392
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 242
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
Head Restraints ........................................ 162
Headlights ................................................. 143
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 147
Automatic Operation............................... 144
Dimming ......................................... 143, 146
Operating................................................ 143
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 174
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 345, 374
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 78
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 436
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 342
Honda App License Agreement .............. 296
I
Identification Numbers............................ 608
Engine and Transmission ......................... 608
Vehicle Identification............................... 608
Illumination Control ................................ 152
Knob ...................................................... 152
Immobilizer System .................................. 132
Indicator ................................................... 79
Indicators .................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).... 80, 81, 466
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 75
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 78
Blind spot information System ........... 83, 446
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 72
Brake System (Red) ........................... 72, 598
Charging System............................... 74, 596
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 83, 84
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 76, 598
Fog Light .................................................. 78
Gear Position ............................................ 73
High Beam ................................................ 78
Immobilizer System ................................... 79
Keyless Access System............................... 79
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 82, 484
Lights On .................................................. 78
Low Fuel ................................................... 75
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 73, 596
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .... 77, 448, 450, 599
Maintenance Minder............................... 519
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