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uuIndicators u
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Collision
Mitigation
Braking
System
TM
(CMBSTM)
Indicator
• Comes on when the CMBSTM
shuts itself off.• Stays on - The temperature inside the
camera is too high. Use the climate
control system to cool down the camera.
The system activates when the
temperature inside the camera cools
down.
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 601
•Stays on - The area around the camera
is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your
vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off
with a soft cloth.
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 601
•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if
the indicator does not go off even after
you cleaned the camera.
•The area around the radar sensor is
blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your
vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off
with a soft cloth. Indicator may take
some time to go off after the radar
sensor is cleaned.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if
the indicator does not go off even after
you clean the sensor cover.
2 Radar Sensor P. 603
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Flashes when the system senses a likely collision with
a vehicle in front of you.•Take the appropriate means to prevent a collision (apply
the brakes, change lanes, etc.)
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
P. 562
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
•Appears when ACC has been automatically
canceled.•You can resume the set speed after the condition that
caused ACC to cancel improves. Press the RES/+
button.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
•Appears when pressing the –/SET button while the
vehicle is moving, and the brake pedal is depressed.• ACC cannot be set.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
•Appears if the VSA ® or traction control function
operates while ACC is in operation.• ACC has been automatically canceled.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
•Appears when the speed of the vehicle is too high
for you to set ACC.• Reduce the speed, then set ACC.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
•Appears when ACC is canceled due to excessive
vehicle speed.•Reduce the speed, then reset ACC.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
•Appears when the speed of the vehicle is too low for
you to set ACC.• Raise the speed, then set ACC.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 574
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Controls
Opening and Closing the Tailgate
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or
closing it.
• Open the tailgate all the way.
u If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.
• Be careful when it is windy. The wi nd may cause the tailgate to close.
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to: u Avoid possible damage.
u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 78
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to hit your head on the tailgate or to
put your hands between th e tailgate and the cargo
area when closing the tailgate.
When you are storing or picking up cargo from the
cargo area, or by using a forward and back kicking
motion under the center of the rear bumper for
hands free access
*, while the engine is idling, do not
stand in front of the ex haust pipe. You may get
burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden
acceleration, or a crash.
3WARNING
Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate
that is being opened or closed can be
seriously injured.
Make sure that all people are clear of the
tailgate before opening or closing it.Models without power tailgate
All models
* Not available on all models
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 504
Towing a Trailer ................................ 510
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 520
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 522
Automatic Transmission ................... 529
Shifting ............................................ 530
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 538
ECON Mode .................................... 543
Intelligent Trac tion Management
*.... 544Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ..............546
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 548
Blind spot information System*........ 549
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 552 Intelligent Variable To
rque Management (i-
VTM4
TM) AWD System*.................. 554
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 555
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 557
Honda Sensing ®................................ 559
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 562
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 574
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 587
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
System ....................................... 596
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 601
Radar Sensor.................................... 603 Braking
Brake System ................................... 604
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 606
Brake Assist System ......................... 607
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 608
Parking Sensor System
*................... 610
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 615
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 619
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 621
How to Refuel ................................. 622
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 624
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 507
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 149
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 194
2 Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Seat Head Restraint Positions
P. 200
• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 191
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 192
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
Driving
Towing generally requires a vari ety of supplemental equipment.
To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Honda equipment
whenever possible.
■Trailer brakes
Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more:
There are two common types of trailer bra kes: surge and electric. Surge brakes are
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will get wet.
If you choose electric brakes, be sure th ey are electronically actuated. Do not
attempt to attach trailer brakes to your ve hicle’s hydraulic system, as it will lower
braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard.
The 4-pin gray connector installed in your vehicle has all of the circuits required to
install most electric trailer brake controllers.
Have a qualified mechanic install your trailer
brake controller following the trailer brake
controller manufacturer’s instructions. Failure
to properly install the trailer brake controller
may increase the distance it takes for you to
stop your vehicle when towing a trailer.
■Towing Equipment and Accessories1Towing Equipment and Accessories
Make sure that all equipmen t is properly installed and
maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province/
territory, and lo cal regulations.
Consult your trai ler maker for prope r installation and
setup of the equipment.
Improper installation and setup can affect the
handling, stability, and br aking performance of your
vehicle.
Consult your traile r sales or rental agency if any other
items are recommended or required for your towing
situation.
The lighting and wiring of tra ilers can vary by type
and brand. If a connector is required, it should only
be installed by a qua lified technician.
Trailer packages and products:
•Ball mount, hitch plug, hitch pin etc.•Wiring harness kit
•Trailer hitch kit (jum per harness included)
2 Trailer brakes P. 513
•Automatic transmission cooler
Are available at a dealer.
1 Trailer brakes
The 4-pin gray connector is located under the
instrument panel near the top of the parking brake
pedal.
Electric Brake
(Brown)
Ground (Black) +B (Light Green)
(20A)
Stop (Violet)
Trailer brake controller
connector’s terminals:
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
Driving
■Trailer light
Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal, state, province/territory, and
local regulations. Check with your local trailer sales or rental agency for the
requirements in the area where you plan to tow.
We recommend that you have a dealer inst all a Honda wiring harness and converter.
They are designed for your vehicle.
■Hitches
Read the trailer manufacturer ’s instructions, and select the appropriate draw bar for
the height of the trailer you will be towing.
■Weight distribution hitches
Your vehicle is designed to tow without the need for a load distributing hitch. If you
wish to use one, please consult your trailer maker for proper installation and set-up.
Improper set-up could degrade the handling, stability, and braking performance of
your vehicle.
1 Trailer light
The trailer lighting connect or is located behind the
left side panel in the cargo area.
Even if you are planning to use the non-Honda trailer
lighting harness and converte r, ask a dealer for the
correct connector and pins.
+B Trailer Main
(Red) +B Trailer Charge
(Sky Blue) +B ELEC Brake
(Brown)
IG2 HAC
(Light Green) Back Light
(Brown)
Trailer Small Light
(Red)
Stop Light
(Beige)
Pins’ wiring color codes and their purposes:
Right Turn Signal
(Green) Left Turn

Signal
(Blue)
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uuTowing a Trailer uTrailer Stability Assist
Driving
Trailer Stability Assist
Helps to stabilize the vehicle and tra iler when the trailer severely sways.
■How trailer stability assist works
When the vehicle and trailer become unstable while driving, trailer stability assist
determines the cause. If the trailer oscilla tion is detected as the cause, and the
swaying increases, the system applies the br akes or controls engine output to reduce
vehicle speed.
Both the vehicle and trailer brake lights co me on automatically if you brake to
reduce vehicle speed.
1 Trailer Stability Assist
Trailer stability assist is not a function that prevents
the vehicle and trailer from swaying. Avoid high
speeds, abrupt steering, improper trailer load, and
sudden braking to keep th e trailer from swaying.
When swayed too severely, the system becomes
ineffective, and you may lose control of your vehicle,
causing the trailer to ro ll over or get damaged.
2 Driving Safely with a Trailer P. 518
Trailer towing sway is caused by:
•Crosswinds
•Improper towbar down load
•Excessive Speed
The VSA ® system indicator blinks during the trailer
stability assist operation. 2 VSA ® Operation P. 546
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