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661Continued
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 Stop Driving When Safe. Engine 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
pointer 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.
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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. 601
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 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.
• 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.
2 Starting the Engine P. 476
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the engine.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 676
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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.
3. Remove the cover on the right side panel of
the cargo area.
4. Pick up the funnel from the cover (as
shown).
2 Types of Tools P. 646
5.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.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
3WARNING
Fuel is highly fla mmable 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.
Cover
Funnel
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Index
Child Seat.................................................... 67
Booster Seats ............................................. 84
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 69
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 70
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 77
Larger Children .......................................... 83
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 69
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 71
Using a Tether ........................................... 79
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 159
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 639
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 636
Climate Control System ............................ 250
Changing the Mode ................................ 250
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 252
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 635
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 252
Sensors .................................................... 256
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 250
Clock .......................................................... 144
Coat Hooks ................................................ 236
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 647, 685
Console Box ............................................... 232
Console Compartment with Lid ............... 233
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 605
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 606
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 605
Overheating............................................. 661 Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Creeping (Automatic
Transmission) .................................. 481, 483
Cup Holders .............................................. 234
Customer Service Information ................. 695
Customized Features ................................ 413
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 196
Dead Battery ............................................. 659
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 431
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 252
Detachable Anchor .................................... 45
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 687
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 192
Rearview Mirror....................................... 209
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 601
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 191
Door Mirrors ............................................. 210
Doors ......................................................... 146
Auto Door Locking .................................. 160
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 160
Door and Tailgate Open Message .............. 39
Keys ........................................................ 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 149 Lockout Prevention System ..................... 155
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 624
Driver Information Interface ................... 128
Accessing Content .................................. 130
Warning and Information Messages ........ 108
Driving ...................................................... 463
Automatic Transmission .......................... 483
Braking ................................................... 561
Shifting Gear .......................................... 484
Starting the Engine ................................. 476
Driving Position Memory System ............ 206
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 635
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 13
Econ Mode Indicator ................................................... 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 96, 667
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 499
Emergency ................................................ 676
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 658
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 689
Engine ....................................................... 686
Coolant .................................................. 605
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 659
Oil .......................................................... 600
Starting................................................... 476
Engine Coolant ........................................ 605
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 606
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Index
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 605
Overheating ............................................ 661
Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Engine Oil ................................................. 600
Adding ................................................... 602
Checking ................................................ 601
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 592
Engine Oil Low Warning ......................... 663
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 600
Engine Oil Low Warning ......................... 663
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 188
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 85
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 639
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 210
F
Features.................................................... 257
File Manager ............................................ 285
Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 635
Oil .......................................................... 603
Flat Tire ..................................................... 647
Floor Mats ................................................ 637
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 607
Brake ...................................................... 608
Engine Coolant ....................................... 605
Windshield Washer ................................. 609
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 297 Fog Light Indicator
..................................... 98
Folding Down the Rear Seats .......... 216, 221
Foot Brake ................................................. 564
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 52
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 247
Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation .............................................. 248
Front Seats ................................................ 212
Adjusting ................................................. 212
Fuel ...................................................... 27, 582
Economy ................................................. 585
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Range ...................................................... 133
Recommendation .................................... 582
Refueling ................................................. 582
Fuel Economy ............................................ 585
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 27, 583
Fuses .......................................................... 669
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 675
Locations ................................. 669, 671, 674
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 585
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Information ............................................. 582
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94 Refueling................................................. 582
Gauges ...................................................... 127
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 92
Glass (care) ........................................ 636, 641
Glove Box .................................................. 231
Grocery Bag Hooks ................................... 238
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 645
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 435
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ..................................... 444
Automatic Transferring............................ 443
Displaying Messages................................ 454
Favorite Contacts .................................... 445
HFL Buttons............................................. 435
HFL Menus .............................................. 438
HFL Status Display ................................... 437
In Case of Emergency .............................. 458
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 437
Making a Call .......................................... 447
Options During a Call .............................. 450
Phone Setup............................................ 440
Receiving a Call ....................................... 450
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 452
Ring Tone................................................ 443
Selecting a Phone .................................... 453
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 451
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
HD Radio
TM............................................... 299
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Index
HDMITM Port.............................................. 368
Head Restraints ......................................... 225
Headlights ................................................. 192
Aiming .................................................... 610
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 197
Automatic Operation ............................... 193
Dimming ......................................... 192, 196
Operating ................................................ 192
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 246
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 204
Heaters (Seat) .................................... 247, 248
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 435
High Beam Indicator ................................... 97
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 432
Honda App License Agreement ............... 345
Honda Sensing ®...................................... 509
HondaLink ®............................................. 324
I
Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission.......................... 686
Vehicle Identification ............................... 686
Illumination Control
Knob ....................................................... 205
Immobilizer System .................................. 181
Indicator .................................................... 98
Indicators ..................................................... 88
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (Amber) ............................ 103 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (White/Green) .................. 103
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 95
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 95
Auto Idle Stop (Green)............................. 100
Auto Idle Stop OFF .................................. 100
Auto Idle Stop Suspend ........................... 101
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) ................ 100
Automatic Brake Hold ............................... 91
Automatic Brake Hold System ................... 91
Charging System ............................... 92, 664
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 104
Econ Mode................................................ 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 96, 667
Engine Oil Low Warning .......................... 663
Fog Light ................................................... 98
Gear Position............................................. 92
Hazard Warning ........................................ 97
High Beam ................................................ 97
Immobilizer System ................................... 98
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................. 102
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/Green)........................................ 102
Lights On .................................................. 98
Low Fuel ................................................... 94
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 97, 504, 667
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 91, 664
Normal Mode ............................................ 99
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Amber) ..................................... 89, 90, 666 Parking Brake and Brake System
(Red) ....................................... 88, 665, 666
Safety Support (Amber)........................... 104
Safety Support (Green/Gray) ................... 107
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 41, 94
Security System Alarm............................... 98
Snow Mode .............................................. 99
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 63, 95
System Message ....................................... 99
Transmission System ......................... 93, 668
Turn Signal ............................................... 97
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 96, 499
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 96, 500
Information .............................................. 683
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 133
Instrument Panel ........................................ 87
Brightness Control .................................. 205
Integrated Sunshades .............................. 249
Interior Lights ........................................... 229
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 209
iPad ........................................................... 344
iPhone ....................................................... 344
iPod ................................................... 310, 344
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 650
Jump Starting ........................................... 659
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