2022 HONDA PASSPORT warning

562
Handling the Unexpected
If the Battery Is Dead
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 pin holders.
2. Remove the holding clips and the air intake
duct.
■Jump Starting Procedure1If the Battery Is Dead
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 DuctClip
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears on
the driver information interface.
• 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
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
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.
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, remove the engine compartment
cover then add coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
2Engine Compartment Cover P. 509
uIf there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve Tank
MAXMIN
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine Oil 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 ch eck the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 511
3.Start the engine and check the Engine Oil
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 Low Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blin ks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the in dicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(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. 394
1If the Transmission Indicator Blin ks 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. 577
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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 the fuel fill door release button.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the cargo bin in the
cargo area.
2 Types of Tools P. 550
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 system.
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 refuel.
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 flames away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel
Cargo Floor Lid
Funnel
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 214
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 541
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 214
Sensors ................................................... 219
Synchronization Mode ............................ 216
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 213
Clock ......................................................... 124
Coat Hook ................................................ 204
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 434
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) Indicator ............................. 93, 94
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 551, 583
Console Compartment ............................. 195
Controls .................................................... 123
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 515
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 516
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 515
Overheating ............................................ 565
Temperature Gauge ................................ 107
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 402
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 487
Cup Holders .............................................. 197
Customer Service Information ................ 593
Customized Features ............................... 327
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 166
Dead Battery ............................................ 562 Defaulting All the Settings
...................... 345
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 214
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 44
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 585
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 162
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 179
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 511
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 161
Door Mirrors ............................................. 180
Doors ......................................................... 126
Auto Door Locking .................................. 140
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 140
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 126
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside..................................................... 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 129
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 136
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 531
Driver Information Interface ................... 108
Accessing Content ................................... 110
Warning and Information Messages .......... 96
Driving ....................................................... 375
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 446
Automatic Transmission ........................... 402
Braking .................................................... 476
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 392
Shifting Gear ........................................... 403 Starting the Engine.................................. 394
Driving Position Memory System ............ 176
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 541
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 12
ECON Button ............................................ 417
Econ Mode Indicator.................................................... 88
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 85, 569
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 420
Emergency ................................................ 577
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 587
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 515
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 562
Number................................................... 584
Oil ........................................................... 510
Remote Engine Start................................ 396
Starting ................................................... 394
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 509
Engine Coolant ......................................... 515
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 516
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 515
Overheating ............................................ 565
Temperature Gauge ................................ 107
Engine Oil ................................................. 510
Adding .................................................... 512
Checking................................................. 511
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Index
Displaying Maintenance Minder
Information............................................ 502
Engine Oil Low Warning .......................... 567
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 510
Engine Oil Low Warning .......................... 567
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 158
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ....... 569
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 77
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 544
Exterior Mirrors ......................................... 180
F
Features..................................................... 221
File Manager ............................................. 248
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 541
Oil ........................................................... 513
Flat Tire ..................................................... 551
Floor Mats ................................................. 543
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 517
Brake ....................................................... 518
Engine Coolant ........................................ 515
Windshield Washer .................................. 518
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 260
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 87
Fog Lights .................................................. 165
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 186
Foot Brake ................................................. 477
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 50 Front Seats
................................................ 181
Adjusting ................................................ 181
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 473
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 493
Economy ................................................. 496
Gauge ..................................................... 107
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 113
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Range ..................................................... 113
Recommendation .................................... 493
Refueling................................................. 493
Fuel Economy ........................................... 496
Fuel Fill Cap .............................................. 495
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 494
Unable to Unlock .................................... 578
Fuses .......................................................... 572
Inspecting and Changing......................... 576
Locations......................... 572, 573, 574, 575
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 496
Gauge ..................................................... 107
Information ............................................. 493
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 113
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Refueling................................................. 493
Gauges ...................................................... 107
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 81, 405 Gear Shift Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 403
Glass (care) ............................................... 545
Glove Box ................................................. 195
H
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 549
HandsFreeLink® (HFL).............................. 349
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History..................................... 358
Automatic Transferring ........................... 357
Displaying Messages ............................... 368
Favorite Contacts .................................... 359
HFL Buttons ............................................ 349
HFL Menus.............................................. 352
HFL Status Display ................................... 351
In Case of Emergency ............................. 372
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 351
Making a Call ......................................... 361
Options During a Call.............................. 364
Phone Setup ........................................... 354
Receiving a Call....................................... 364
Receiving a Text Message........................ 366
Ringtone ................................................. 357
Selecting a Phone ................................... 367
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 365
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
HD Radio
TM............................................... 262
Head Restraints ................................ 188, 189
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