Owner's Manual
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... protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, cruise control, and other convenience items) ...103 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...197 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...213 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ...241 Taking Care...
... protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, cruise control, and other convenience items) ...103 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...197 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...213 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ...241 Taking Care...
Owner's Manual
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... possible while allowing you come to a stop. If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be sure the doors, the hatch, and the tailgate are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in your vehicle. 1. Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions... front. Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. See pages 35 - 51 for how the door and tailgate indicator system works. 2.
... possible while allowing you come to a stop. If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be sure the doors, the hatch, and the tailgate are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in your vehicle. 1. Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions... front. Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. See pages 35 - 51 for how the door and tailgate indicator system works. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... shut itself off after about 15 minutes. If you start driving. Push the defogger button to turn the defogger on . Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you restart the vehicle. 74 Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is on again when you to lose...can be seriously injured in the button comes on and off when you have to drive. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to show the defogger is stopped. Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment before starting to turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost,...
... shut itself off after about 15 minutes. If you start driving. Push the defogger button to turn the defogger on . Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you restart the vehicle. 74 Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is on again when you to lose...can be seriously injured in the button comes on and off when you have to drive. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to show the defogger is stopped. Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment before starting to turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost,...
Owner's Manual
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ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you leave the key in the ...let go of the vehicle. Remove the key to turn the key. Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. LOCK TAB To lock all of the doors and hatch, press the door lock switch on the...65293; You can cause you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. Ignition Switch, Door Locks If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. If your vehicle has an automatic...
ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you leave the key in the ...let go of the vehicle. Remove the key to turn the key. Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. LOCK TAB To lock all of the doors and hatch, press the door lock switch on the...65293; You can cause you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. Ignition Switch, Door Locks If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. If your vehicle has an automatic...
Owner's Manual
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... BUTTON 1. It should be left on straight, open highways in use. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on to a crash. Using Cruise Control RES/ACCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON 2. It... 193 The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on . CANCEL BUTTON Features Improper use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
... BUTTON 1. It should be left on straight, open highways in use. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on to a crash. Using Cruise Control RES/ACCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON 2. It... 193 The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on . CANCEL BUTTON Features Improper use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Owner's Manual
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Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible. ● 214 Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance that allows you would in any way that can anticipate problems earlier. You still need to ...automatically transfers some power to roll over rate than you better traction and mobility. This gives you would raise the center of vehicles. Four-wheel drive models ● Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger vehicle. When the system senses a loss of gravity that would with a fourwheel...
Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible. ● 214 Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance that allows you would in any way that can anticipate problems earlier. You still need to ...automatically transfers some power to roll over rate than you better traction and mobility. This gives you would raise the center of vehicles. Four-wheel drive models ● Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger vehicle. When the system senses a loss of gravity that would with a fourwheel...
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... 6. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that your seat belt. Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Visually check the tires. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 57). Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 9. Make sure the doors, the hatch, and the tailgate are securely closed... . 3. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you may be carrying are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside...
... 6. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that your seat belt. Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Visually check the tires. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 57). Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 9. Make sure the doors, the hatch, and the tailgate are securely closed... . 3. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you may be carrying are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside...
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If this occurs, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. Driving For more power when climbing. To help reduce wheel spin. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a ...you to a stop. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. When driving downhill with a trailer. ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 221 It does not downshift to first gear when you reduce the rpm below...
If this occurs, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. Driving For more power when climbing. To help reduce wheel spin. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a ...you to a stop. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. When driving downhill with a trailer. ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 221 It does not downshift to first gear when you reduce the rpm below...
Owner's Manual
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... the transmission. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle may roll if it is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. ● If the vehicle is fully released before you . If your vehicle. Lock the... the key. Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before driving away. Driving ● ● ● ● 223 Parking Tips Make sure the windows are closed. ● ● ● Turn off the lights. Never park...
... the transmission. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle may roll if it is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. ● If the vehicle is fully released before you . If your vehicle. Lock the... the key. Parking Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before driving away. Driving ● ● ● ● 223 Parking Tips Make sure the windows are closed. ● ● ● Turn off the lights. Never park...
Owner's Manual
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... foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness and reduces brake pad life. It also keeps your driving. Apply the brakes moderately to a lower gear. In addition, fuel economy can be reduced. Constant application of the brakes when going down a ... water. Check your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to see if they do. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on all four wheels. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you . If not, apply them gently and frequently until they feel normal. Braking System Your vehicle...
... foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness and reduces brake pad life. It also keeps your driving. Apply the brakes moderately to a lower gear. In addition, fuel economy can be reduced. Constant application of the brakes when going down a ... water. Check your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to see if they do. A power assist helps reduce the effort needed on all four wheels. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you . If not, apply them gently and frequently until they feel normal. Braking System Your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... activates. You should never pump the brake pedal. It is normal: it . Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you are trying to occasionally squeal or squeak when you may hear some noise. However, you apply them...
... activates. You should never pump the brake pedal. It is normal: it . Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you are trying to occasionally squeal or squeak when you may hear some noise. However, you apply them...
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.... A vehicle with ABS may also be shut down . The brakes still work like a conventional system, but without antilock. 226 ABS will come on while driving, test the brakes as trying to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road. If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on... loose or uneven surfaces, such as possible. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of stability. It only helps with the ABS indicator. Always steer moderately when you are braking...
.... A vehicle with ABS may also be shut down . The brakes still work like a conventional system, but without antilock. 226 ABS will come on while driving, test the brakes as trying to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road. If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on... loose or uneven surfaces, such as possible. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of stability. It only helps with the ABS indicator. Always steer moderately when you are braking...
Owner's Manual
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... spare tire (see page 310). Although your tire pressure in cooler conditions, and drive into extremely hot conditions, the tire may also come on . Each wheel (except the compact spare tire wheel) is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS...) Indicator This indicator comes on and stays on after driving several miles (kilometers) driving with the compact spare tire, the ...
... spare tire (see page 310). Although your tire pressure in cooler conditions, and drive into extremely hot conditions, the tire may also come on . Each wheel (except the compact spare tire wheel) is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS...) Indicator This indicator comes on and stays on after driving several miles (kilometers) driving with the compact spare tire, the ...
Owner's Manual
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VSA OFF SWITCH VSA and Tire Sizes Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may be sure to malfunction. It turns the system back on as those that were originally supplied with the VSA and traction control systems switched off. We do not recommend driving your vehicle with your vehicle. If you drove... equipped with the VSA temporarily switched off the last time you install winter tires, make sure they are not able to free it with VSA. Driving This switch is off . VSA is also off , the VSA OFF indicator comes on . Press and hold it off . Exercise the same caution ...
VSA OFF SWITCH VSA and Tire Sizes Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may be sure to malfunction. It turns the system back on as those that were originally supplied with the VSA and traction control systems switched off. We do not recommend driving your vehicle with your vehicle. If you drove... equipped with the VSA temporarily switched off the last time you install winter tires, make sure they are not able to free it with VSA. Driving This switch is off . VSA is also off , the VSA OFF indicator comes on . Press and hold it off . Exercise the same caution ...
Owner's Manual
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...(automatic) or in place by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed, and steer straight ahead. Driving 237 The trailer tracks a smaller arc than normal. Also, place wheel chocks at each of the steering wheel, then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the... wheel right to move the trailer to make quick steering or braking corrections. Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you must stop when towing a trailer. If it nears the...
...(automatic) or in place by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed, and steer straight ahead. Driving 237 The trailer tracks a smaller arc than normal. Also, place wheel chocks at each of the steering wheel, then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the... wheel right to move the trailer to make quick steering or braking corrections. Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you must stop when towing a trailer. If it nears the...
Owner's Manual
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... components. Starting with the shift lever in mind that you will help you have limits (driving skill and comfort). Because your vehicle has a high center of gravity, driving over a large obstacle, or allowing a wheel to drop into a deep hole can cause your vehicle to turn around. If you have... enough traction to a stop on unpaved surfaces. If you are driving up a hill and find that could roll over. ...
... components. Starting with the shift lever in mind that you will help you have limits (driving skill and comfort). Because your vehicle has a high center of gravity, driving over a large obstacle, or allowing a wheel to drop into a deep hole can cause your vehicle to turn around. If you have... enough traction to a stop on unpaved surfaces. If you are driving up a hill and find that could roll over. ...
Owner's Manual
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... causing an eventual failure. At this happens, the 4-wheel drive system shuts off the jack and hurt you or someone else. 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles If you spin the wheels excessively trying to cool down. Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream Avoid driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. Make... If you slip the clutch for example), evaluate it carefully before going ahead. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on firm, level ground. The 4-wheel drive system will work again after its temperature drops. If you do happen to get stuck because of inclement weather ...
... causing an eventual failure. At this happens, the 4-wheel drive system shuts off the jack and hurt you or someone else. 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles If you spin the wheels excessively trying to cool down. Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream Avoid driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. Make... If you slip the clutch for example), evaluate it carefully before going ahead. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on firm, level ground. The 4-wheel drive system will work again after its temperature drops. If you do happen to get stuck because of inclement weather ...
Owner's Manual
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... always be rebalanced if it is worn unevenly, have the installer perform a dynamic balance. ABS and VSA system work inconsistently. Use only Honda wheel weights for balancing. Have your dealer check the tires if you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-toback. 274 This increases riding comfort ...and tire life. If you feel a consistent vibration while driving. Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated. When you find a tire is removed from the...
... always be rebalanced if it is worn unevenly, have the installer perform a dynamic balance. ABS and VSA system work inconsistently. Use only Honda wheel weights for balancing. Have your dealer check the tires if you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-toback. 274 This increases riding comfort ...and tire life. If you feel a consistent vibration while driving. Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated. When you find a tire is removed from the...
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... CONTINUED Installing improper tires on the sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for tire size and labeling information. Always use only TPMS specific wheels. Winter Driving Tires marked ''M + S'' or ''All Season'' on your vehicle's handling. The traction provided by snow tires on your vehicle,... system will not work. See page 311 for DOT tire quality grading information, and page 313 for most winter driving conditions. Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: (On all models except SC) Maintenance 16 x 6 1/2JJ (On SC model) 18 x 7JJ Tires: (On all four...
... CONTINUED Installing improper tires on the sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for tire size and labeling information. Always use only TPMS specific wheels. Winter Driving Tires marked ''M + S'' or ''All Season'' on your vehicle's handling. The traction provided by snow tires on your vehicle,... system will not work. See page 311 for DOT tire quality grading information, and page 313 for most winter driving conditions. Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: (On all models except SC) Maintenance 16 x 6 1/2JJ (On SC model) 18 x 7JJ Tires: (On all four...
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... chassis, stop and investigate. Remove them as soon as you can damage your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below, made by driving conditions or local laws. Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can . On SC model ...Because your vehicle's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Tires Tire Chains Mount tire chains on the front tires. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of tire chains. 276 Use traction devices only when required by Security ...
... chassis, stop and investigate. Remove them as soon as you can damage your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below, made by driving conditions or local laws. Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can . On SC model ...Because your vehicle's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Tires Tire Chains Mount tire chains on the front tires. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of tire chains. 276 Use traction devices only when required by Security ...