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Handling the Unexpected
If the Battery Is Dead
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Open the cover of the Jump start box.1If the Battery Is Dead
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Be careful
not to tangle the jumper 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.
You cannot use the terminal s to jump start another
vehicle or to charge the 12-volt battery.
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.
Cover
2.0 L engine models
3.0 L engine models
Cover
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at th e mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message appears on the multi-information display.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■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 engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present : Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
Continuing to drive with the Engine Temperature
Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message on the multi-in formation display 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.
H
H
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine Oil Pressure Low 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 check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 537
3.Start the engine and check the Engine Oil
Pressure Low 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 Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediatelyM
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N after starting
the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless
the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 374
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 627
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
2 How to Refuel P. 516
3.Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 580
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel systemM
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuelM
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 199
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 635
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 150
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 165
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 537
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 149
Door Mirrors ............................................. 166
Doors ........................................................ 120
Auto Door Locking.................................. 135
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 135
Door Open Indicator ................................. 35
Keys........................................................ 120
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 15, 132
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 123
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 130
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 558
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 108
Driving ...................................................... 367
Automatic Transmission .......................... 381
Braking ................................................... 485
Shifting Gear .......................................... 382
Starting the Engine ................................. 374
Driving Position Memory System ............ 162
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 392E
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 88, 616
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 405
Emergency ................................................ 627
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 637
Engine ....................................................... 634
Coolant ........................................... 544, 546
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 606
Oil ........................................................... 536
Remote Engine Start ................................ 376
Starting ................................................... 374
Engine Coolant ................................. 544, 546
Adding the Coolant ................................. 547
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 545
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 544
Overheating ............................................ 609
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
Engine Oil ................................................. 536
Adding .................................................... 539
Checking ................................................. 537
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 525
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 612
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 536
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ........... 612
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 146
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 573
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 166
F
Features.................................................... 203
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 570
Oil ........................................................... 540
Flat Tire ..................................................... 581
Floor Mats ................................................. 572
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 548
Brake ...................................................... 549
Engine Coolant ............................... 544, 546
Windshield Washer ................................. 549
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 238
Fog Lights ................................................. 153
Indicator.................................................... 90
Foot Brake ................................................ 489
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Front Seats ................................................ 168
Adjusting ................................................ 168
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 482
Fuel ...................................................... 22, 515
Economy ................................................. 518
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 103
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 87
Range ..................................................... 103
Recommendation ............................ 515, 632
Refueling................................................. 515
Fuel Economy ........................................... 518
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 22, 516
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Index
Fuses.......................................................... 620
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 626
Locations ................................................. 620
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 518
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Information ............................................. 515
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 103
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 87
Refueling ................................................. 515
Gauges ......................................................... 97
Glass (care) ........................................ 572, 574
Glove Box .................................................. 182
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 579
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 329
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 340
Automatic Transferring ............................ 339
Displaying Messages ................................ 352
Favorite Contacts ..................................... 341
HFL Buttons ............................................. 329
HFL Menus .............................................. 333
HFL Status Display.................................... 331
In Case of Emergency .............................. 362
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 332 Making a Call .......................................... 342
Options During a Call .............................. 346
Phone Setup............................................ 335
Receiving a Call ....................................... 345
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 350
Ringtone ................................................. 339
Selecting a Phone .................................... 351
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 349
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
HD Radio
TM................................................ 241
Head Restraints ........................................ 174
Headlights ................................................. 150
Aiming .................................................... 550
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 154
Automatic Operation............................... 151
Dimming ......................................... 150, 153
Operating................................................ 150
Head-Up Display ....................................... 112
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 196
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 194, 195
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 329
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 379
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 326
Honda App License Agreement .............. 282
I
Identification Numbers............................ 634
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number .............................................. 634
Illumination Control ................................ 159
Immobilizer System .................................. 139
Indicator ................................................... 91
Indicators .................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (Amber) ............................. 93
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (White/Green) .................... 93
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 88
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 90
Auto Idle Stop (Green) .............................. 85
Auto Idle Stop OFF .................................... 85
Auto Idle Stop Suspend............................. 86
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) ................. 85
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 82, 490
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 82, 490
Charging System............................... 83, 613
Cruise Mode Indicator (White/Green) ........ 94
Door and Trunk Open ............................... 35
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 88, 616
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 612
Fog Light .................................................. 90
High Beam ................................................ 90
Immobilizer System ................................... 91
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Index
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) .................................................. 93
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/ Green) .................................................... 93
Lights On .................................................. 90
Low Fuel ................................................... 87
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 89, 409, 411
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Gear
Selection Indicator................................... 83
Maintenance Minder................................. 92
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 83, 614
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) .......................................... 82, 617
Parking Brake and Brake
System (Red) ..................... 80, 81, 615, 617
Safety Support Indicator (Amber) .............. 94
Safety Support Indicato r (Green/Gray) ....... 96
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 37, 87
Security System Alarm............................... 91
Shift Position............................................. 83
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) ............................................. 92
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 57, 88
System Message ....................................... 92
Transmission System ................................. 84
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning............... 90
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .. 89, 406
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 89, 405
Information .............................................. 631
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 103 Instrument Panel
........................................ 77
Brightness Control ................................... 159
Integrated Dynamics System .................... 391
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 392
Interior Convenience Items ...................... 189
Interior Lights ........................................... 180
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 165
iPad ............................................................ 280
iPhone ....................................................... 280
iPod ................................................... 255, 280
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 599
Jump Starting ........................................... 606
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 122
Keyless Access System ............................... 123
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 130
Keys ........................................................... 120
Lockout Prevention .................................. 130
Number Tag ............................................ 122
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 134
Remote Transmitter ................................. 128
Two-way Keyless Remote ................ 131, 376
Types and Functions ................................ 120
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 381
Knee Airbags .............................................. 51
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 450
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 66
Legal Information .................................... 294
License Information ................................. 297
Lights ................................................. 150, 550
Automatic ............................................... 151
Bulb Replacement ................................... 550
Daytime Running Lights........................... 153
Fog Lights ............................................... 153
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Interior .................................................... 180
Light Switches ......................................... 150
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................ 149
Load Limits ................................................ 371
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 120
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 135
Childproof Door Locks............................. 134
From Inside ............................................. 132
From Outside .......................................... 123
Keys ........................................................ 120
Using a Key ............................................. 129
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 130
Low Battery Charge ................................. 613
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 87
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength ...... 122
Lower Anchors ............................................ 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 633
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 371
Lumbar Support ....................................... 168
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