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  • Page 1 This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. P/N 00X31-SCV- 6800 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of DEALER NAME ___________________ DEALER NO. ___________________ approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ change specifications or design at any time...
  • Page 3 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2011 Honda Element was a wise As you read this manual, you will find investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read intended to help you avoid damage to this manual.
  • Page 4 Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.

  • Page 5: A Few Words About Safety

    A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: is very important. And operating this Safety Labels － on the vehicle. ● vehicle safely is an important Safety Messages －...

  • Page 6: Important Handling Information

    Important Handling Information Your Element has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. These advantages come at some cost.
  • Page 7 Contents ........................Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............ Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...... Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, cruise control, and other convenience items) ..................
  • Page 8 Overview of Contents Contents Before Driving Technical Information A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load and technical information. luggage and other cargo. Your Vehicle at a Glance Warranty and Customer Relations A quick reference to the main...

  • Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 64) DRIVER'S FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG (P. 9, 24) FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 24) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 80) HEATING/COOLING MIRROR CONTROLS CONTROLS (P. 93) (P. 104) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.
  • Page 10 Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS PASSENGER AIRBAG (P. 71) (P. 70) OFF INDICATOR (P. 32) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 109) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 133) REMOTE AUDIO ACCESSORY POWER ꭧ2 CONTROLS SOCKET (P. 135) (P. 100) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON VSA OFF SWITCH (P.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Driver and Passenger Safety ...... This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt If You Must Drive with Several ........ information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Children ......yourself and your passengers. It shows Tensioners If a Child Requires Close ....

  • Page 12: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they can Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.

  • Page 13: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a (10) crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a (10) safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush...

  • Page 14: Seat Belts

    Your Vehicle's Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown ● Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle Not wearing a seat belt properly belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out of...

  • Page 15: Airbags

    Your Vehicle's Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the Your vehicle has a supplemental driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger, restraint system (SRS) with front during a moderate to severe side...
  • Page 16 Your Vehicle's Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.

  • Page 17: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Protecting Adults and Teens 1. Close and Lock the Doors 2. Adjust the Front Seats Introduction The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors, the hatch, protect the driver, adult passengers, and the tailgate are closed and and teenage children who are large locked.

  • Page 18: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Once a seat is adjusted correctly, 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs Administration recommends that rock it back and forth to make sure it drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 is locked in position. cm) between the center of the See page 83 for how to adjust the steering wheel and the chest.

  • Page 19: Adjust The Head Restraints

    Protecting Adults and Teens 4. Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...

  • Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Protecting Adults and Teens 5. Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again Belts to remove any slack, then check that Insert the latch plate into the buckle, the belt rests across the center of then tug on the belt to make sure the your chest and over your shoulder.

  • Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    Protecting Adults and Teens 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position position in the front seat can be This could cause behind your back.

  • Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far Never let passengers ride in the ● cargo area or on top of a folded- back as possible while allowing full If they do, they down back seat.
  • Page 23 Protecting Adults and Teens Do not put any accessories on seat Do not attach or place objects on Keep your hands and arms away ● ● ● Devices intended to improve Objects on If your belts. the front airbag covers. from the airbag covers.

  • Page 24: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components If either the driver or a front If the indicator comes on or the Your seat belt system includes lap/ passenger does not fasten their seat beeper sounds when the driver's seat shoulder belts in all four seating belt while driving, the beeper will belt is latched and there is no front...

  • Page 25: Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To unlock the belt, press the red The seat belts in all positions except Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt goes over your PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the driver's have a lockable retractor shoulder, across your chest, and the belt across your body so that it that must be activated to secure a...

  • Page 26: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

    For added protection, the front seat belts are equipped with automatic Honda provides a limited warranty seat belt tensioners. When activated, on seat belts. See your Honda the tensioners immediately tighten...
  • Page 27 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by your dealer. A Not checking or maintaining belt that has been worn during a seat belts can result in serious crash may not provide the same level injury or death if the seat belts of protection in a subsequent crash.

  • Page 28: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (11) (14) (13) (1) Driver's Front Airbag (2) Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (10) (12) (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (13)
  • Page 29 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Automatic front seat belt A driver's seat position sensor that ● ● tensioners (see page 20). monitors the distance of the seat Two SRS (supplemental restraint ● from the front airbag. If the seat is system) front airbags.

  • Page 30: How Your Front Airbags Work

    Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the instrument An indicator on the instrument How Your Front Airbags Work ● ● panel that alerts you to a possible panel that alerts you that the problem with your airbag system passenger's side airbag has been components (see page 30).
  • Page 31 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and restrains your lower body and torso, deflation is one-tenth of a second, so and the front airbag helps protect fast that most occupants are not your head and chest.
  • Page 32 Additional Information About Your Airbags Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Advanced Airbags Occupants must sit upright and ● Airbags (SRS) Your front airbags are also advanced wear their seat belts properly. Your vehicle is equipped with dual- airbags. The main purpose of this Do not spill any liquids on or ●...
  • Page 33 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda does do not do anything that would increase or decrease the too far forward, the airbag will inflate not encourage carrying an infant or weight on the front passenger's seat.

  • Page 34: How Your Side Airbags Work

    Additional Information About Your Airbags Moving the front seat forcibly back How Your Side Airbags Work Only one airbag will deploy during a ● against cargo on the seat or floor side impact. If the impact is on the behind it. passenger's side, the passenger's side airbag will deploy even if there Hanging heavy items on the front...

  • Page 35: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work

    SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG seat. the system will turn the airbag back on, and the indicator will go out. Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in front, if the There will be some delay between position sensors detect a child has...

  • Page 36: How The Srs Indicator Works

    Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is on the passenger's To get the best protection from the How the SRS Indicator Works side, the passenger's side curtain side curtain airbags, occupants The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no should wear their seat belts and sit you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.

  • Page 37: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any other How the Side Airbag Off Indicator time, or does not come on at all, you Works Ignoring the SRS indicator can should have the system checked by result in serious injury or death your dealer.

  • Page 38: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects come on. on the seat, or with an adult riding PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR there, something may be interfering...

  • Page 39: Airbag Service

    Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Airbag Service If your vehicle has a moderate to ● Even if your airbags Your airbag systems are virtually severe impact. Do not attempt to deactivate your ● maintenance free, and there are no do not inflate, your dealer should Together, airbags and airbags.
  • Page 40 This could make the dealer. driver's seat position sensor or the front passenger's weight sensors ineffective. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.

  • Page 41: Protecting Children － General Guidelines

    Protecting Children － General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.

  • Page 42: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat

    Protecting Children － General Guidelines Small Children All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Placing a forward-facing child seat in Seat Pose Serious Risks the front seat of a vehicle equipped According to crash statistics, Front airbags have been designed to with a passenger's front airbag can be children of all ages and sizes are...
  • Page 43 Protecting Children － General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger's DASHBOARD SUN VISORS front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

  • Page 44: If You Must Drive With Several Children

    Protecting Children － General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires physical attention Children Attention or frequent visual contact, we Your vehicle has two back seats Many parents say they prefer to put strongly recommend that another where children can be properly an infant or a small child in the front...

  • Page 45: Additional Safety Precautions

    Protecting Children － General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt Lock all doors, the tailgate and the ● ● that a child can reach is buckled, hatch when your vehicle is not in Never hold an infant or child on ●...

  • Page 46: Protecting Infants And Small Children

    Protecting Infants and Small Children Rear-facing Child Seat Placement Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a A rear-facing child seat can be placed seat designed exclusively for infants, in any seating position in the back or a convertible seat used in the rear- seat, but not in the front.

  • Page 47: Protecting Small Children

    Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five-point strongly recommend that you install harness system as shown. the child seat directly behind the front passenger's seat, move the seat We also recommend that a small child as far forward as needed, and leave it...

  • Page 48: Selecting A Child Seat

    Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags that Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not automatically turn the passenger's front When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- airbag off (see page 32), a back seat is to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed...

  • Page 49: Installing A Child Seat

    Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat A child seat secured with a seat belt The child seat should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) After selecting a proper child seat should be installed as firmly as where it will be used.

  • Page 50: Installing A Child Seat With Latch

    Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LATCH MARKS Rigid-type ANCHOR COVER To install a LATCH-compatible child 3. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat: seat, then attach the seat to the LOWER ANCHORS lower anchors according to the Your vehicle is equipped with 1.
  • Page 51 Installing a Child Seat TETHER ANCHOR ANCHOR COVER Flexible-type Other LATCH-compatible seats have 5. Remove the head restraint (see 7. Slide the anchor cover open. a flexible-type connector as shown page 85). Make sure the removed above. head restraints are secured in the cargo area, and reinstalled when 4.

  • Page 52: Installing A Child Seat With A Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ TETHER ANCHOR Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child...
  • Page 53 Installing a Child Seat 2. To activate the lockable retractor, 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to...

  • Page 54: Installing A Child Seat With A Tether

    Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER ANCHOR Tether TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS ANCHOR COVER TETHER ANCHOR 1. After securing the child seat in the 3. Attach the tether strap hook to the desired position (see page 46), anchor, making sure the strap is remove the head restraint (see not twisted.

  • Page 55: Protecting Larger Children

    Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the 3. Does the shoulder belt cross Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit between the child's neck and arm? for a forward-facing child seat, the 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as child should sit in a back seat on a possible, touching the child's booster seat and wear the lap/...

  • Page 56: Using A Booster Seat

    Protecting Larger Children Using a Booster Seat Booster seats can be high-back or When Can a Larger Child Sit in low-back. Whichever style you select, Front make sure the booster meets federal The National Highway Traffic Safety safety standards and that you follow Administration recommends that all the booster seat maker's children aged 12 and under be...

  • Page 57: Additional Safety Precautions

    Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt ●...

  • Page 58: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust contains With the tailgate or hatch open, air carbon monoxide gas. Carbon flow can pull exhaust gas into your Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide should not enter the vehicle's interior and create a Breathing it can cause vehicle in normal driving if you hazardous condition.

  • Page 59: Safety Labels

    Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 60 Safety Labels DOORJAMBS RADIATOR CAP...

  • Page 61: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and Controls ....This section gives information about Outside Temperature Front Seat Armrests ............the controls and displays that Indicator Head Restraints ..contribute to the daily operation of Controls Near the Steering Reclining the Front Seats .............

  • Page 62: Control Locations

    Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 64) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 80) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 109) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 93) HEATING/COOLING POWER WINDOW CONTROLS SWITCHES (P. 104) (P. 92) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 173) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.

  • Page 63: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel PARKING BRAKE AND DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P. 60) (P. 60) INDICATOR (P. 60) (P. 58, 237) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 61) LAMP (P. 58, 236) SEAT BELT REMINDER HIGH BEAM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.

  • Page 64: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Parking Brake and Brake Seat Belt Reminder indicators that give you important System Indicator (Red) Indicator information about your vehicle. This indicator has two functions: This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON Malfunction Indicator 1.
  • Page 65 Instrument Panel Indicators If either of you do not fasten your Side Airbag Off Indicator Maintenance Minder seat belt while driving, the beeper Indicator will sound and the indicator will flash This indicator comes on for a few This indicator comes on briefly when again at regular intervals.
  • Page 66 Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Turn Signal and Daytime Running Lights Indicator Hazard Warning Indicator Indicators This indicator comes on for a few If this indicator comes on when the seconds when you turn the ignition The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 67 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator Door and Tailgate Open Indicator Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without The appropriate indicator comes on...
  • Page 68 Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA OFF Indicator Low Tire Pressure (VSA) System Indicator Indicator It comes on as a reminder that you This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for have turned off the vehicle stability a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the assist (VSA) system.
  • Page 69 Instrument Panel Indicators Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the TPMS;...

  • Page 70: Gauges

    Gauges SPEEDOMETER TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE SELECT/RESET KNOB INFORMATION DISPLAY TEMPERATURE GAUGE ODOMETER/TRIP METER/ OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE ꭧ CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGE INDICATOR ꭧ: If equipped.

  • Page 71: Information Display

    Gauges Odometer The odometer shows the total ODOMETER TRIP METER A distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles. It is illegal under U.S. federal law to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles ENGINE OIL indicated.

  • Page 72: Trip Meter

    Gauges Trip Meter Fuel Gauge Check Fuel Cap Message This shows the number of miles This shows how much fuel you have. Your vehicle's onboard diagnostic driven since you last reset it. It may show slightly more or less system will detect a loose or missing than the actual amount.

  • Page 73: Temperature Gauge

    Gauges If the system still detects a leak in Temperature Gauge Maintenance Minder™ your vehicle's evaporative emissions This shows the temperature of the The information display in the system, the malfunction indicator engine's coolant. During normal instrument panel shows you the lamp (MIL) comes on.

  • Page 74: Outside Temperature Indicator

    Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator In certain weather conditions, To adjust the outside temperature On EX model temperature readings near freezing indicator, make sure the odometer is This indicator displays the outside (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is shown in the display, then press and temperature in Fahrenheit.

  • Page 75: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) (P. 70) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 161) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET REMOTE AUDIO ꭧ2 CONTROLS (P. 100) (P. 135) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P. 74) ꭧ1 HORN VSA OFF SWITCH (P. 173) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.

  • Page 76: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wiper Push the right lever up or down to Rear Window Wiper and Washer select a position. MIST － The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. OFF － The wipers are not activated. INT －...

  • Page 77: Turn Signals And Headlights

    Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal － Push down on the Headlights － Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane parking lights, taillights, instrument change, push lightly on the lever, panel lights, side-marker lights, and...

  • Page 78: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Turn Signals and Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness High Beams － Push the lever back Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness until you hear a click to turn on the With the headlight switch off, the high beams. The blue high beam daytime running lights come on indicator will come on (see page 61).

  • Page 79: Hazard Warning Button

    Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button The instrument panel will illuminate Hazard Warning Button BRIGHTNESS LEVEL with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver's door. The brightness will increase slightly when you insert the key in the ignition switch, then go to normal brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

  • Page 80: Rear Window Defogger

    Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before Make any steering wheel adjustment starting to drive. before you start driving. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.

  • Page 81: Keys And Locks

    Steering Wheel Adjustment, Keys and Locks 3. Push the lever up to lock the Keys and Locks steering wheel in that position. MASTER VALET 4. Make sure you have securely NUMBER KEYS locked the steering wheel in place (BLACK) (LIGHT by trying to move it up and down.

  • Page 82: Immobilizer System

    If an ever have to get a key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the circuits improperly coded key (or other only Honda-approved key blanks. are damaged. device) is used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.

  • Page 83: Remote Transmitter

    Immobilizer System, Remote Transmitter If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: Remote Transmitter This device complies with Part 15 of the recognize the coding of your key, FCC rules. Operation is subject to the contact your dealer. LOCK following two conditions: (1) This device BUTTON...
  • Page 84 Remote Transmitter UNLOCK － Press this button once Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the to unlock the driver's door. Push it ● transmitter. twice to unlock the passenger's door ROUND COVER and the hatch. Some exterior lights Protect the transmitter from ●...

  • Page 85: Ignition Switch

    Remote Transmitter, Ignition Switch To replace the battery, remove the As required by the FCC: Ignition Switch This device complies with Part 15 of the round cover on the back of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the transmitter by turning it following two conditions: (1) This device counterclockwise with a coin.

  • Page 86: Door Locks

    Ignition Switch, Door Locks If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if Power Door Locks anti-theft lock may make it difficult to you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or DOOR LOCK SWITCH turn the key.

  • Page 87: Rear Doors

    Door Locks The lock tab on the passenger's door Rear Doors Hatch locks and unlocks only that door. Pulling up on the driver's door lock tab only unlocks the driver's door. To lock the driver's door, remove the Unlock key from the ignition switch, push the lock tab down or push the door lock switch down, then close the door.

  • Page 88: Tailgate

    Door Locks Lock the hatch by pushing down Tailgate ● the lock tab on the driver's door (see page 80), or by using the master key in the driver's door lock. Lock or unlock the hatch with the ● master door lock switch. With the hatch unlocked, open it by pulling the handle and lifting up.

  • Page 89: Seats

    Door Locks, Seats See page 154 for information on Seat Adjustments Front Seat See pages 11 － 13 for important safety cargo loading. Keep the tailgate and information and warnings about how to the hatch closed at all times while properly position seats and seat-backs.

  • Page 90: Driver's Seat Height Adjustment

    Seats Rear Seat Driver's Seat Height Adjustment SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up on the lever on the To change the angle of the rear seat- To adjust the height of the driver's outside of the seat bottom.

  • Page 91: Front Seat Armrests

    Seats Head Restraints Front Seat Armrests On EX model See page 13 for important safety information and a warning about improperly positioning head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries.
  • Page 92 Seats Adjusting the Head Restraint Removing the Head Restraint Failure to reinstall the head Front Rear CUSHION restraints can result in severe injury during a crash. Always replace the head restraints before driving. RELEASE When reinstalling a head restraint, BUTTON put the legs back in place.

  • Page 93: Reclining The Front Seats

    Seats 2. Adjust the front seats forward as Reclining the Front Seats far as possible. Pull up the seat- back angle adjustment lever and pivot the seat-back backward until it is level with the rear seat cushion. 3. Move the front seat backward until it touches the rear seat.

  • Page 94: Folding The Rear Seats

    Seats Folding the Rear Seats SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP RELEASE STRAP To create more cargo space, you can fold up each rear seat to each side wall separately. 1. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position. 2. Pull the seat-back adjustment strap 3.
  • Page 95 Seats Reverse this procedure to return the GRAB RAIL SEAT SUPPORT rear seat to the upright position. When not in use, store the fastening strap hook in the fabric pocket on the bottom of the seat cushion. Make sure the seat is locked securely. FASTENING STRAP 4.

  • Page 96: Removing The Rear Seats

    Seats Removing the Rear Seats LOCK LEVER STEEL HANDLE COVER RELEASE STRAP 2. Remove the cover between the 3. Push the lock lever forward to seat cushion and the side wall by unlock the seat and fold down the Both seats can be removed to give pulling the tab and pulling the seat support.
  • Page 97 Seats Reverse this procedure to reinstall STEEL HANDLE the seat. Make sure the seats are securely locked in place before driving. Always remove an unsecured seat from the vehicle before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could be thrown about and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.

  • Page 98: Power Windows

    Power Windows AUTO REVERSE － If the driver's DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH window senses any obstacle while it is Closing a power window on closing automatically, it will reverse someone's hands or fingers can direction, and then stop. To close the cause serious injury.

  • Page 99: Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors 3. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down. 4. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

  • Page 100: Rear Windows

    Rear Windows, Parking Brake Rear Windows Parking Brake PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. To open a rear window, pull the lever To apply the parking brake, pull the towards you, then push it out until it...

  • Page 101: Interior Lights

    Interior Lights When the switch is in the door activated Light Control Switch Individual Map Lights position: On EX model On EX model The individual map lights come on ● DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION when any door is opened, or when the remote transmitter is used to unlock the doors (see page 77).

  • Page 102: Ceiling Light

    Interior Lights Ceiling Light Open any door. Cargo Area Light ● The cargo area light has a three- Remove the key from the ignition. ● position switch. In the center If you do not open a door, the light position, the light comes on when fades out in about 30 seconds.

  • Page 103: Interior Convenience Items

    Interior Convenience Items CARGO AREA CARGO AREA COIN TRAY SIDE POCKET ꭧ OVERHEAD CONSOLE DOOR POCKETS ꭧ VANITY MIRRORS BEVERAGE HOLDERS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX CENTER LOWER ꭧ POCKET ꭧ SEAT-BACK POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS LX model EX model EX model is shown. ꭧ: If equipped.

  • Page 104: Cooler Box

    Interior Convenience Items Cooler Box To reinstall the lid, vertically set the On EX model rear lid hinge to the pins on the box and push down. The lid must be vertical as shown in the illustration. To remove the cooler box, rotate the handle up to the unlocked position.

  • Page 105: Beverage Holders

    Interior Convenience Items NOTE: The cooler box must be Beverage Holders locked to floor base while driving. Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, and electrical components in the interior.

  • Page 106: Accessory Power Sockets

    Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets Glove Box Sun Visor Your vehicle has one or two Open the glove box by pulling the accessory power sockets, depending bottom of the handle. Close it with a on the model. All models have a front firm push.

  • Page 107: Vanity Mirror

    Interior Convenience Items Overhead Console You may also store small items in Vanity Mirror On EX model On EX model this holder. Make sure they are small enough to let the holder close and latch, and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving.
  • Page 109 Features ..... The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....system in your vehicle provides a Air Flow Controls ....... comfortable driving environment in Ventilation ..... all weather conditions. Using the Heater ......Using the A/C The standard audio system has many ..

  • Page 110: Vents, Heating, And A/C

    Vents, Heating, and A/C FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL DEFROST POSITION RECIRCULATION BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER A/C (AIR CONDITIONING) BUTTON BUTTON MAX A/C POSITION...

  • Page 111: Air Flow Controls

    Vents, Heating, and A/C The outside air intakes for the The system automatically turns Air Flow Controls Fan Control Dial heating and cooling system are at the on the A/C and switches to Turn this dial clockwise to increase base of the windshield. Keep this recirculation mode.

  • Page 112: Ventilation

    Vents, Heating, and A/C Air flows from the defroster Using the Heater 3. Select vents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant to 4. If the outside air is humid, select warm the air. If the engine is cold, it recirculation mode.

  • Page 113: Dehumidify The Interior

    Vents, Heating, and A/C To Defog and Defrost Dehumidify the Interior When you select , the Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the system automatically turns on the moisture from the air. When used in windows: A/C.

  • Page 114: To Remove Exterior Frost Or Ice From The Windows

    Vents, Heating, and A/C To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off From the Windows Turning the fan speed control dial all 1. Select . The system the way to the left shuts the system automatically switches to fresh air off.

  • Page 115: Audio System

    Audio System An audio system is standard on all models. Read the appropriate pages to use your vehicle's audio system. LX model EX model...

  • Page 116: Playing The Am/Fm Radio

    Playing the AM/FM Radio EX model LX model VOL/PWR KNOB STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON A.SEL BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR SCAN A.SEL INDICATOR BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR TUNE KNOB VOL/PWR KNOB PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB...
  • Page 117 Playing the AM/FM Radio SEEK － The seek function searches Preset － Each preset button can To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be in the up and down from the current store one frequency on AM and two ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) frequency to find a station with a frequencies on FM.
  • Page 118 Playing the AM/FM Radio AUTO SELECT － If you are Balance/Fader － These two For information on FM/AM radio traveling and can no longer receive frequencies and reception, see page modes adjust the strength of the your preset stations, you can use the 130.

  • Page 119: Playing The Xm Radio

    Playing the XM Radio ® ® Radio On EX model Your vehicle is capable of receiving ® Radio anywhere in the United CHANNEL INDICATOR States, and Canada except Hawaii, CATEGORY INDICATOR Alaska and Puerto Rico. XM is a registered trademark of Sirius XM VOL/PWR KNOB XM BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON...
  • Page 120 Playing the XM Radio ® XM Radio receives signals from two Operating the XM Radio Each time you press and release the satellites to produce clear, high- To listen to the XM Radio, turn the DISP/MODE button, the display quality digital reception. It offers ignition switch to the ACCESSORY changes in the following sequence: many channels in several categories.
  • Page 121 Playing the XM Radio ® SCAN － The scan function gives Preset － You can store up to 12 5. Press the XM button again. The you sampling of all channels while in preset channels using the six preset other XM band will show. Store the channel mode.
  • Page 122 Playing the XM Radio ® ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ － The signal is XM Radio Display Messages currently too weak. Move the vehicle ‘‘LOADING’’ － XM is loading the to an area away from tall buildings, audio or program information. and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon.
  • Page 123 Playing the XM Radio ® The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked Signal weaker in of the vehicle may cause satellite by mountains or large these areas. reception interruptions. To help obstacles to the south.
  • Page 124 Playing the XM Radio ® As required by the FCC: After you've registered with XM Radio, Depending on where you drive, you Changes or modifications not expressly keep your audio system in the XM Radio may experience reception problems. mode while you wait for activation. This approved by the party responsible for Interference can be caused by any of should take about 30 minutes.

  • Page 125: Playing A Disc

    Playing a Disc LX model EX model EJECT BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON FOLDER INDICATOR CD/TAPE BUTTON EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT RANDOM INDICATOR REPEAT INDICATOR DISC INDICATOR CD SLOT RPT (REPEAT) BUTTON VOL/PWR KNOB RANDOM INDICATOR VOL/PWR SEEK/SKIP FOLDER KNOB KNOB SCAN BUTTONS RANDOM BUTTON BUTTON...
  • Page 126 Playing a Disc To Play a Disc On EX model NOTE: If a file on an MP3 or WMA To load or play discs, the ignition The disc player can also play CD-Rs disc is protected by digital rights switch must be in the ACCESSORY and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 or management (DRM), the audio unit (I) or ON (II) position.
  • Page 127 Playing a Disc SEEK/SKIP － Each time you press If you turn the system off while a disc REPEAT (TRACK/FILE REPEAT) － To continuously replay a track is playing, either with the VOL/PWR and release the , the player skips knob or by turning off the ignition forward to the beginning of the next (files in MP3/WMA mode), press...
  • Page 128 Playing a Disc On EX model On EX model On EX model SCAN － The scan function samples In MP3/WMA mode In MP3/WMA mode FOLDER-REPEAT － This feature, FOLDER-RANDOM － This all tracks/files on the disc in the when activated, replays all the files feature, when activated, plays the order they are recorded.
  • Page 129 Playing a Disc To Stop Playing a Disc Audio System Malfunction On EX model In MP3/WMA mode Press the eject button ( ) to See pages 125 and 126 for FOLDER SCAN － This feature, remove the disc. If you eject the disc, information on error messages.
  • Page 130 Playing a Disc Operating the Optional Disc If you select an empty slot in the Changer magazine, the changer will search for On LX model the next available disc to load and An optional six disc changer is play. available for your vehicle. This disc changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash disc player or the radio.

  • Page 131: Disc Player Error Messages

    Disc Player Error Messages Error The chart on the right explains the Cause Solution Message error messages you may see in the ꐀ HEAT ERROR High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to display while playing a disc. normal. ꐁ...

  • Page 132: Disc Changer Error Messages

    Disc Changer Error Messages Error If you see an error message in the Cause Solution Message display while playing a disc, find the Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc. cause in the chart to the right. If you Make sure it is inserted correctly in the disc cannot clear the error message, take FOCUS error...

  • Page 133: Protecting Your Discs

    Protecting Your Discs Protecting Discs General Information When using CD-R or CD-RW When a disc is not being played, ● discs, use only high quality CDs store it in its case to protect it from labeled for audio use. dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep discs out of When recording a CD-R or ●...
  • Page 134 Protecting Your Discs Additional Information on 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs Recommended Discs The disc player/changer has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism. If you insert a damaged disc as indicated below, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit.
  • Page 135 Protecting Your Discs 4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed ● with the following logo. 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Audio unit may not play the Fingerprints, scratches, etc. ● following formats. CD-R or CD-RW may not play due ●...

  • Page 136: Fm/Am Radio Reception

    FM/AM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies FM/AM Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these as the distance from the station's frequencies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 137 FM/AM Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.

  • Page 138: Radio Theft Protection

    Radio Theft Protection On EX model If your vehicle's battery is Your vehicle's audio system will disconnected or goes dead, the audio disable itself if it is disconnected system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘ENTER from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must CODE’’...

  • Page 139: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock If your vehicle's battery is On EX model disconnected or goes dead, you may TIME DISPLAY CLOCK BUTTON need to set the clock. CLOCK BUTTON TIME DISPLAY On LX model To set the hour, press the H button while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/ RPT) button until the hour advances to the desired time.
  • Page 140 Setting the Clock You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, press the R (RESET) button to set the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing R sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour.

  • Page 141: Remote Audio Controls

    Remote Audio Controls The middle button adjusts the If you are listening to the radio, use On EX model volume up ( ) or down ( ). Press the CH button to change stations. CH BUTTON the top or bottom of the button and Each time you press this button, the hold it until the desired volume is system advances to the next preset...

  • Page 142: Auxiliary Input Jack

    Remote Audio Controls, Auxiliary Input Jack In MP3 or WMA mode, you can use Auxiliary Input Jack When a compatible audio unit is the seek function to select folders. On EX model connected to the jack, press the Press and hold the CH button until CD/AUX button to select it.

  • Page 143: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control 2. Accelerate to the desired cruising a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). RES/ACCEL without keeping your foot on the 3. Press and release the SET/ BUTTON accelerator pedal.
  • Page 144 Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed Press and hold the SET/DECEL ● RES/ACCEL You can increase the set cruising button. Release the button when BUTTON speed in any of these ways: you reach the desired speed. SET/DECEL BUTTON Press and hold the RES/ACCEL To slow down in very small ●...
  • Page 145 Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed Canceling Cruise Control When you push the CANCEL button, RES/ACCEL or tap the brake pedal, the system BUTTON will remember the previously set SET/DECEL cruising speed. To return to that BUTTON speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.

  • Page 147: Before Driving

    Before Driving ......Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ....vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ..gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ......... levels of important fluids. You also Refueling need to know how to properly store Opening and Closing the ........

  • Page 148: Break-In Period

    Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation In addition, in order to maintain good Help assure your vehicle's future Your vehicle is designed to operate performance, fuel economy, and reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump emissions control, we strongly extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.

  • Page 149: Service Station Procedures

    MMT, visit Owner Link at there may be a problem with your Gasoline is highly flammable and owners.honda.com vehicle's fuel vapor recovery system. explosive. You can be burned or The system helps keep fuel vapor seriously injured when handling from going into the atmosphere.

  • Page 150: Opening And Closing The Hood

    Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood SUPPORT ROD HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH CLIP 2. Put your fingers under the front 3. Pull the support rod out of its clip edge of the hood near the center. and insert the end into the 1.

  • Page 151: Oil Check

    Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check Oil Check RESERVE TANK DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be Wait a few minutes after turning the Look at the coolant level in the between the upper and lower engine off before you check the oil.

  • Page 152: Fuel Economy

    Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. City MPG Highway MPG Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in all environments.
  • Page 153 Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity Drive Efficiently ● Drive moderately － Rapid The following factors can lower your motor oil, displaying the API ● vehicle's fuel economy: Certification Seal (see page 193). acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel Maintain proper tire inflation －...
  • Page 154 Fuel Economy Plan and combine trips － Checking Your Fuel Economy ● Combine several short trips into one. A warmed-up engine is more fuel efficient than a cold one. Calculating Fuel Economy Miles Gallons Miles per Measuring Techniques driven of fuel Gallon Direct calculation is the recommended source of information...

  • Page 155: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do ● Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits (see Your dealer has Honda accessories page 239) or interfere with the that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this proper operation of your vehicle.
  • Page 156 Raising your vehicle with a non- If you plan to modify your vehicle, ● Honda suspension kit can affect consult your dealer. the handling and stability.

  • Page 157: Carrying Cargo

    Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Cargo area side pockets ● ꭧ CARGO AREA SIDE POCKET DOOR POCKETS OVERHEAD CONSOLE Glove box ● Overhead console (EX model) ● Door pockets ● Seat-back pocket (EX model) ● Cargo area (including rear seats ●...
  • Page 158 Carrying Cargo Load Limits Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit － The maximum load for your vehicle is 670 lbs (305 kg). 1. Locate the statement ‘‘The combined weight of occupants and See Tire And Loading Information cargo should never exceed XXX kg label attached to the driver's or XXX lbs.’’...
  • Page 159 Carrying Cargo 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount Example 1 equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be Cargo Weight Passenger Weight five 150 lb. passengers in your Max Load (670 lbs) (370 lbs) (150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs)
  • Page 160 Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger If you fold the rear seats down or If you carry large items that ● ● Compartment up, or remove them, tie down prevent you from closing the Store or secure all items that could items that could be thrown about tailgate or the hatch, exhaust gas ●...
  • Page 161 Carrying Cargo Seat-Back Bungee If the cords are not installed, route Optional Cargo Net The cargo net can be used to help On EX model one cord through the loops as hold down light items in the cargo shown. To attach the hooks, press area.
  • Page 162 Carrying Cargo Cargo Hooks GROCERY HOOKS CARGO HOOKS Your vehicle also has a grocery hook on each side panel in the cargo area. The four hooks on the side panels They are designed to hold light can be used to install a net for items.
  • Page 163 Driving ...... This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ...... starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ..... conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ..... automatic transmission. It also Automatic Transmission ........includes important information on Parking ......

  • Page 164: Driving Guidelines

    Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has a higher ground Do not modify your vehicle in any Four-wheel drive models ● clearance that allows you to travel way that would raise the center of Your vehicle is equipped with a four- over bumps, obstacles, and rough gravity.

  • Page 165: Preparing To Drive

    Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 5. Check the seat adjustment (see 8. Make sure the doors, the hatch, and adjustments before you drive page 83). and the tailgate are securely your vehicle. closed and locked. 6. Check the adjustment of the inside 1.

  • Page 166: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn off all The immobilizer system protects your The engine is harder to start in cold electrical accessories to reduce the vehicle from theft. If an improperly weather. Also, the thinner air found at drain on the battery.

  • Page 167: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission To shift from: Do this: Shifting Shift Lever Position Indicators Press the brake pedal, and P to R press the shift lever release RELEASE BUTTON button. R to P N to R Press the shift lever release button. D to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2...
  • Page 168 Automatic Transmission Neutral (N) － Use neutral if you Drive (D) － Use this position for If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if your normal driving.
  • Page 169 Automatic Transmission Second (2) － This position locks First (1) － This position locks the Shift Lock Release the transmission in second gear. It transmission in first gear. By This allows you to move the shift does not downshift to first gear when upshifting and downshifting through lever out of Park if the normal you come to a stop.
  • Page 170 Automatic Transmission 6. Remove the key from the shift lock COVER release slot, then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the right side. Insert the key into the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine.

  • Page 171: Parking

    Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn ● you park your vehicle. Make sure the Make sure the windows are the front wheels away from the ● parking brake is set firmly, or your closed.

  • Page 172: Braking System

    Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Braking System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds The hydraulic system that operates assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their the brakes has two separate circuits.

  • Page 173: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake Brake Pad Wear Indicators If the brake pads need replacing, you The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pedal when the ABS activates, and will hear a distinctive, metallic helps prevent the wheels from you may hear some noise.
  • Page 174 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ABS Indicator Test your brakes as instructed on ABS will not prevent a skid that page 237. If the brakes feel normal, results from changing direction drive slowly and have your vehicle abruptly, such as trying to take a If this indicator comes on, the anti- repaired by your dealer as soon as corner too fast or making a sudden...

  • Page 175: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Low Tire Pressure If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Indicator inflating the tires to the specified that turns on every time you start the When the low tire pressure indicator values, have your dealer check the engine and monitors the pressure in...
  • Page 176 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) For example, if you check and fill Changing a Tire with TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring your tires in a warm area, then drive If you have a flat tire, the low tire System (TPMS) Indicator in extremely cold weather, the tire pressure indicator will come on.
  • Page 177 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The low tire pressure indicator or the As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the TPMS indicator will go off, after FCC rules. Operation is subject to the several miles (kilometers) driving, following two conditions: (1) This device when you replace the spare tire with may not cause harmful interference, and...

  • Page 178: Vehicle Stability Assist

    Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA OFF Indicator If the indicator does not come on system helps to stabilize the vehicle when the ignition switch is turned to during cornering if the vehicle turns the ON (II) position, there may be a When VSA is off, the VSA OFF...
  • Page 179 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® VSA and Tire Sizes VSA OFF Switch VSA OFF SWITCH In certain unusual conditions when Driving with varying tire or wheel your vehicle gets stuck in shallow sizes may cause the VSA to mud or fresh snow, it may be easier malfunction.

  • Page 180: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and Exceeding any load limit or their cargo. You can also use it to tow improperly loading your vehicle a trailer if you carefully observe the and trailer can cause a crash in load limits, use the proper which you can be seriously hurt...
  • Page 181 Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Checking Loads start by loading 60% of the load The best way to confirm that all loads toward the front of the trailer and 40% are within limits is to check them at a toward the rear, then re-adjust the public scale.
  • Page 182 Towing a Trailer Hitches Trailer Brakes Towing Equipment and Any hitch used on your vehicle must Honda recommends that any trailer Accessories be properly bolted to the underbody. with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 Towing can require a variety of kg) or more has its own brake.
  • Page 183 Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer lights and equipment must Many states require special outside agency if any other items are comply with federal, state, provincial, mirrors when towing a trailer. Even if recommended or required for your territorial, and local regulations.
  • Page 184 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Driving Safely With a Trailer ● When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page 212), The added weight, length, and driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are height of a trailer will affect your following:...
  • Page 185 Towing a Trailer Making Turns and Braking If you must stop when facing uphill, Backing Up Make turns more slowly and wider Always drive slowly and have use the foot brake or parking brake. than normal. The trailer tracks a someone guide you when backing Do not try to hold the vehicle in place smaller arc than your vehicle, and it...

  • Page 186: Off-Highway Driving Guidelines

    Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Important Safety Precautions Your vehicle has been designed To avoid loss of control or rollover, Improperly operating this primarily for use on pavement. But be sure to follow all precautions and vehicle on or off pavement can its higher ground clearance allows recommendations.
  • Page 187 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Accelerating and Braking Avoiding Obstacles Check Out Your Vehicle Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, Debris on the road can damage your sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build suspension or other components.
  • Page 188 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles Crossing a Stream If You Get Stuck If you spin the wheels excessively Avoid driving through deep water. If Avoid driving on soft sand, deep trying to get unstuck, you may you encounter water in your route (a mud, or other surfaces where you overheat the components of the 4- small stream or large puddle, for...
  • Page 189 Maintenance ..... Maintenance Safety This section explains why it is important Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and to keep your vehicle well maintained and ....Maintenance Minder systems may be done by any how to follow basic maintenance safety ......

  • Page 190: Maintenance Safety

    Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and protective Burns from hot parts. Let the ● ● engine and exhaust system cool section should be performed by a clothing when working with the down before touching any parts. certified technician or other qualified battery or compressed air.

  • Page 191: Maintenance Minder

    Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to SELECT/RESET KNOB the information display to show you this table: when you should have your dealer Calculated Engine Displayed do engine oil replacement and...
  • Page 192 Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 The 15 and 10 percent oil life When the remaining engine oil life is to 6 percent, you will see the engine indicator reminds you that the time is 5 to 1 percent, you will see a ‘‘SERVICE’’...
  • Page 193 Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes NEGATIVE DISTANCE TRAVELED indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page 188). You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter.
  • Page 194 Maintenance Minder To change the information display Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life from the engine oil life display to the Items Display odometer or the trip meter, press and Your dealer will reset the display release the select/reset knob.
  • Page 195 Your authorized Honda dealer knows 3. Press the select/reset knob for 4. Press the select/reset knob for your vehicle best and can provide about 10 seconds.
  • Page 196 Owner's Maintenance Checks who does the work fill out your and license plate lights monthly. You should check the following Honda Service History. Check your See page 201. items at the specified intervals. If you warranty booklet for more are unsure of how to perform any information.
  • Page 197 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items ꭧ1 ● Replace engine oil ● Rotate tires ꭧ1 ● Replace engine oil and oil filter ● Replace air cleaner element ● Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

  • Page 198: Fluid Locations

    Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange tab) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WASHER FLUID FLUID DIPSTICK (Blue cap) (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...

  • Page 199: Adding Engine Oil

    5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine's performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda motor oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make Certification Seal. This seal indicates sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’...

  • Page 200: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter

    Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and WASHER You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter given for a conventional motor oil, it according to the maintenance displays the API Certification Seal, messages shown on the information...
  • Page 201 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 4. Install a new oil filter according to 9. Turn off the engine and let it sit for OIL FILTER the instructions that come with it. several minutes, then check the oil level on the dipstick. If necessary, Make sure to clean off any dirt and add more oil.

  • Page 202: Engine Coolant

    Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent distilled water.

  • Page 203: Windshield Washers

    Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers 4. The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add LEVEL GAUGE coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spill immediately;...

  • Page 204: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    Windshield Washers, Automatic Transmission Fluid Fill the reservoir with a good-quality Automatic Transmission Fluid windshield washer fluid. This Check the fluid level with the engine increases the cleaning capability and at normal operating temperature. prevents freezing in cold weather. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. When you refill the reservoir, clean Start the engine, let it run until the UPPER...

  • Page 205: Brake Fluid

    DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed transmission fluid other than Honda (automatic transmission fluid). container, as a temporary ATF DW-1 is not covered by the Honda replacement. new vehicle warranty. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life 6.

  • Page 206: Power Steering Fluid

    Fluid. You may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. The fluid level should be between LOWER LEVEL the MIN and MAX marks on the side Check the level on the side of the of the reservoir.

  • Page 207: Cleaning The Body Panels

    Power Steering Fluid, Cleaning the Body Panels, Lights A low power steering fluid level can Headlight Aiming indicate a leak in the system. Check The headlights were properly aimed Turning the steering wheel to full left or the fluid level frequently, and have when your vehicle was new.

  • Page 208: Lights

    Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. Handle it by its steel base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot AIR INTAKE DUCT when lit.
  • Page 209 Lights 5. Install the new bulb into the hole, Replacing a Daytime Running 5. Push the electrical connector back making sure the tabs are in their Light Bulb onto the bulb. Make sure it is on slots. Pivot the hold-down wire all the way.
  • Page 210 Lights Replacing a Front Parking/Turn 4. Install the new bulb in the socket Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb Signal Light Bulb by pushing the bulb in and turning WHEEL ARCH PROTECTOR it clockwise until it locks. 5. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
  • Page 211 Lights 9. Put the inner fender cover in place. CLIP Install the holding clip. Lock the clip in place by pushing on the center. Install the wheel arch protector and tighten the screws securely. 3. Use a flat-tip screwdriver to 5.
  • Page 212 Lights Replacing a Front Side Marker 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs Light Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight SCREW into the socket until it bottoms. 4. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks.
  • Page 213 Lights 5. Reinstall the socket into the light Replacing a Rear License Plate SOCKET SOCKET assembly by turning it clockwise Bulb until it locks. 6. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 7. When reinstalling the taillight assembly, first place the two pins in the holes in place.
  • Page 214 Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb TABS BULB SOCKET BULB LENS SOCKET 3. Turn on the parking lights and 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its COVER check that the new bulb is socket. Push the new bulb straight working.

  • Page 215: Cleaning The Seat Belts

    Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats 5. Put the socket back into the light Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats assembly, and turn it clockwise to If equipped LOOP lock it in place. 6. Put the cover back onto the light assembly.

  • Page 216: Dust And Pollen Filter

    6 months. outside through the heating and Replace them if you find signs of If you use non-Honda floor mats, cooling system. cracking in the rubber, areas that are make sure they fit properly and that...
  • Page 217 Wiper Blades BLADE BLADE REINFORCEMENT LOCK TAB 2. Disconnect the blade assembly 4. Examine the new wiper blades. If 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the from the wiper arm by pushing in they have no plastic or metal holder until the tabs lock.

  • Page 218: Wheels

    Wheels, Tires Wheels Tires Inflation Guidelines Clean the wheels as you would the To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated rest of the exterior. Wash them with tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of the same solution, and rinse them size, in good condition with adequate handling, tread life, and riding...
  • Page 219 Tires Even though your vehicle is If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures equipped with TPMS, we tires are hot [driven for several miles The following chart shows the recommend that you visually check (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 recommended cold tire pressures for your tires every day.
  • Page 220 Tires The compact spare tire pressure is: Tire Service Life INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS The service life of your tires is 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm dependent on many factors, For convenience, the recommended including, but not limited to, driving tire sizes and cold tire pressures are habits, road conditions, vehicle on a label on the driver's doorjamb.
  • Page 221 On vehicles with aluminum wheels, cause the ABS or VSA system to they are rotated. If you purchase improper wheel weights can damage activate. directional tires, rotate only front-to- your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use back. only Honda wheel weights for balancing. CONTINUED...
  • Page 222 Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘All the same time. If that is not possible Installing improper tires on your or necessary, replace the two front Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- vehicle can affect handling and tires or two rear tires as a pair.
  • Page 223 Tires Tire Chains When installing cables, follow the Snow Tires Mount tire chains on your tires when If you mount snow tires on your manufacturer's instructions, and required by driving conditions or local vehicle, make sure they are radial mount them as tight as you can. laws.

  • Page 224: Checking The Battery

    Checking the Battery If additional battery maintenance is NEGATIVE TERMINAL needed, see your dealer or a The battery gives off explosive qualified technician. hydrogen gas during normal WARNING: Battery posts, operation. terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. A spark or flame can cause the Wash your hands after handling.

  • Page 225: Vehicle Storage

    Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a ● ● ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from an extended period (more than 1 If the vehicle is to be stored for a ●...

  • Page 227: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Taking Care of the Unexpected ....This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ....common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won't Start ......gives you information about how to Jump Starting ....

  • Page 228: Compact Spare Tire

    Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not use your compact spare tire INDICATOR LOCATION MARK ● temporary replacement only. Get on another vehicle unless it is the your regular tire repaired or same make and model. replaced, and put it back on your The low tire pressure indicator ●...

  • Page 229: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, 1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and TOOLS stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Park. Apply the you get to an exit or an area to stop parking brake.
  • Page 230 Changing a Flat Tire JACK WHEEL NUTS WHEEL NUT WRENCH 5. Push the rear edge of the handle 6. Unscrew the wing bolt, and take 8. Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 to raise the handle loop and pull up the spare tire out of the cargo area.
  • Page 231 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH JACKING POINTS 9. Locate the jacking point nearest 10. Use the extension and the wheel 11. Remove the wheel nuts, then the tire you need to change. It is nut wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire.
  • Page 232 Changing a Flat Tire 13. Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, WHEEL NUTS then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully.
  • Page 233 Changing a Flat Tire 16. Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tools. 17. Remove the center cap (if equipped) from the flat tire, and store it in the spare tire well. Loose items can fly around the WING BOLT interior in a crash and could...
  • Page 234 Changing a Flat Tire 22. Secure the flat tire by screwing the WING BOLT wing bolt to the spare tire mount through the hole in the cargo area floor. 23. Your vehicle's original tire has a tire pressure monitoring system sensor.

  • Page 235: If The Engine Won't Start

    If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the ● start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the ignition switch to the START (III)
  • Page 236 If the Engine Won't Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel ● In this case, the starter motor's speed gauge; the low fuel indicator may sounds normal, or even faster than not be working. normal, when you turn the ignition There may be an electrical ●...

  • Page 237: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle: procedure, you should take several 1. Open the hood, and check the precautions. physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or frozen, do not try A battery can explode if you do jump starting until it thaws.
  • Page 238 Jump Starting 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

  • Page 239: If The Engine Overheats

    If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle's 3. If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in the leave the engine running and Steam and spray from an midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 240 If the Engine Overheats 5. Look for any obvious coolant 9. Start the engine, and set the leaks, such as a split radiator hose. temperature control dial to Removing the radiator cap Everything is still extremely hot, maximum heat. Add coolant to the while the engine is hot can so use caution.

  • Page 241: Low Oil Pressure Indicator

    Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system warning lights. come on when the engine is indicator comes on brightly running.

  • Page 242: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you of the engine's emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle codes’’...

  • Page 243: Brake System Indicator

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp, Brake System Indicator To check if they are set, turn the Brake System Indicator (Red) If the brake system indicator (red) ignition switch to the ON (II) comes on while driving, the brake position, without starting the engine. fluid level is probably low.
  • Page 244 Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not Slow down by shifting to a lower If the ABS indicator and the VSA feel normal, you should take gear, and pull to the side of the road system indicator come on with the immediate action.

  • Page 245: Fuses

    Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages 242 and 243, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause.
  • Page 246 Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER 3. Check each of the large fuses in 4. Check the smaller fuses in the 5. Look for a blown wire inside the the under-hood fuse boxes by under-hood fuse box and all the fuse.
  • Page 247 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle 6. If the replacement fuse of the same without fixing the problem, and you rating blows in a short time, there Replacing a fuse with one that has a do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse is probably a serious electrical higher rating greatly increases the of the same rating or a lower rating...

  • Page 248: Fuse Locations

    Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected INTERIOR FUSE BOX 7.5 A Daytime Running Lights 10 A 10 A Remote Control Mirrors 20 A LAF Heater 15 A Ignition Relay 15 A Fuel Pump 15 A Front Accessory Power Socket 7.5 A Turn Signal Lights 20 A Front Wiper...
  • Page 249 Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 40 A Power Window Main 40 A Option 15 A Left Headlight 15 A Door Lock 15 A Right Headlight 30 A VSA F/S 100 A Battery 50 A IG1 Main 21－25 7.5 A－30 A Spare Fuses No.

  • Page 250: Emergency Towing

    Emergency Towing On 2WD models If your vehicle needs to be towed, call If, due to damage, your vehicle must a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on There are two ways to tow your organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do this: vehicle: with just a rope or chain.
  • Page 251 Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin...

  • Page 253: Technical Information

    Technical Information ....The diagrams in this section give you Identification Numbers Three Way Catalytic .............. the dimensions and capacities of Specifications Converter ....... your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Emissions Testing ......identification numbers.

  • Page 254: Identification Numbers

    Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) numbers located in various places. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
  • Page 255 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into ENGINE NUMBER the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER...

  • Page 256: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions Seating Capacities Length 169.9 in (4,316 mm) Total Width 71.6 in (1,819 mm) Front Height 70.4 in (1,788 mm) Rear Wheelbase 101.4 in (2,575 mm) Engine Track Front 62.1 in (1,577 mm) Type Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC Rear 62.3 in (1,582 mm) i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine Bore x Stroke...
  • Page 257 Specifications Capacities Capacities ꭧ2 Engine coolant Change 1.35 US gal (5.1 L) Fuel tank Approx. Total 1.90 US gal (7.2 L) 15.9 US gal (60 L) Automatic Change ꭧ1 Engine oil Change transmission 2.6 US qt (2.5 L) Including filter 4.4 US qt (4.2 L) fluid 2.7 US qt (2.6 L)
  • Page 258 Specifications Fuses Air Conditioning Interior See page 242 or the fuse label Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) attached to the inside of the fuse Charge quantity 17.6－19.4 oz (500－550 g) box lid under the steering Lubricant type ND-OIL8 column. Under-hood See page 243 or the fuse box Lights cover.

  • Page 259: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)

    DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for comparative rating based on the wear lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.

  • Page 260: Temperature

    DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire's resistance to the generation of overloaded.

  • Page 261: Tire Labeling

    Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire Size have a number of markings. Those you The tire identification number (TIN) Whenever tires are replaced, they should be aware of are described should be replaced with tires of the is a group of numbers and letters that below.

  • Page 262: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) － Required Federal Explanation

    Tire Labeling, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Glossary of Tire Terminology Tire Pressure Monitoring System As an added safety feature, your Cold Tire Pressure - The tire air (TPMS) vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure when the vehicle has been Each tire, including the spare (if pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
  • Page 263 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Driving on a significantly under- Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction inflated tire causes the tire to with a TPMS malfunction indicator to telltale after replacing one or more overheat and can lead to tire failure.

  • Page 264: Emissions Controls

    Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act Evaporative Emissions Control vehicle's engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act sets System standards for automobile emissions. It products. Some of these are carbon As gasoline evaporates in the fuel also requires that automobile monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen tank, an evaporative emissions...

  • Page 265: Exhaust Emissions Controls

    HC, CO, and NOx that Honda replacement parts or their engine. It then controls how much comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower...

  • Page 266: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...

  • Page 267: Emissions Testing

    Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that 4. Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 268 Emissions Testing 7. Select a nearby lightly traveled 8. Then drive in city/suburban traffic major highway where you can for at least 10 minutes. When maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph traffic conditions allow, let the (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 vehicle coast for several seconds minutes.
  • Page 269 Warranty and Customer Relations ..Customer Service Information ....Warranty Coverages ..... Reporting Safety Defects ....Authorized Manuals...

  • Page 270: Customer Service Information

    Customer Service Information Honda dealership personnel are U.S. Owners: When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should American Honda Motor Co., Inc. us this information: Automobile Customer Service be able to answer all your questions. Vehicle identification number (see Mail Stop 500-2N-7A ●...

  • Page 271: Warranty Coverages

    － provides accessories, against defects in Accessory Limited Warranty Limited Warranty materials and workmanship. Honda accessories are covered coverage for as long as the purchaser under this warranty. Time and of the muffler owns the vehicle. Emissions Control Systems Defects...

  • Page 272: Reporting Safety Defects

    American Honda Motor cannot become involved in individual Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC Co., Inc. problems between you, your dealer, 20590. or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

  • Page 273: Authorized Manuals

    Describes the procedures involved in the replacement 61SCV09EL 2011 Honda Element of damaged body parts. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61SCV30 2009 Honda Element Body Repair Manual 31SCV680 2011 Honda Element Owner's Manual 31SCVM60 2011 Honda Element Honda Service History 31SCVQ80 2011 Honda Element Technology Reference Guide...
  • Page 275 Index ....... Automatic Transmission Bulb Replacement ............... Capacity, Fluid Fluid ..........Checking Fluid Level Parking Accessories and ............Shifting System Design ......Modifications ....Shift Lever Position System Indicator 58, 237 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key ........... Indicators Wear Indicators ........
  • Page 276 Index ................Bulbs, Halogen Child Safety Temperature Gauge ..................Bungee Cords Booster Seats Cooler Box ....Child Seats 40, 41, 42 Crankcase Emissions Control ........Important Safety Reminders System ............. Infants Cruise Control Indicator .......
  • Page 277 Index ..........Directional Signals 60, 71 Changing a Flat Tire Oil, What Kind to Use ........Disc Brake Wear Indicators Charging System Overheating ..................Disc Care Indicator 58, 235 Specifications .......... Disc Changer Error Checking the Fuses Speed Limiter .......
  • Page 278 Index Fluids Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ........Automatic Transmission (GVWR) 153, 174 ........Brake ..... Gas Mileage, Improving ........Location ........Gasoline ......Power Steering ........Gauge ....Windshield Washer ....Low Fuel Indicator ... Halogen Headlight Bulbs ... FM/AM Radio Reception ....
  • Page 279 Index ..Maintenance Minder 59, 185 Malfunction Indicator ......Lamp 58, 236 ....Identification Number, Jacking up the Vehicle ....Passenger Airbag Off ..............Vehicle Jack, Tire ..... Seat Belt Reminder 18, 58 ......Ignition Jump Starting ....Side Airbag Off 31, 59 .........
  • Page 280 Index ..........LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Safety ...... Locks Malfunction Indicator Change, How to ............Anti-theft Steering Column Lamp 58, 236 Change, When to ................Fuel Fill Door Meters, Gauges Checking Engine ................Glove Box Methanol in Gasoline Life, Engine...
  • Page 281 Index ......Parking Brake and Brake System Wiper Blades ......Indicator 58, 237 Replacing Seat Belts After a ........Parking Over Things that Crash ....Radiator Overheating ..........Burn 165, 260 Reporting Safety Defects ... Radio/CD Sound System ..Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Reserve Tank, Engine ....
  • Page 282 Index ..............Seat Belts 8, 18 Setting the Clock SRS, Additional Information ..... Additional Information Shifting the Automatic Additional Safety Precautions ............Advice for Pregnant Women Transmission Airbag Service ..Automatic Seat Belt Shift Lever Position Indicators Airbag System Components ......
  • Page 283 Index ..............Sun Visor Tire Pressure Monitoring System Labeling (TPMS) － Required Federal Supplemental Restraint Low Tire Pressure ................System 9, 22 Explanation Indicator 62, 169 .................. Servicing Temperature Gauge Maintenance ........SRS Indicator 30, 59 Tensioners, Seat Belts Pressure Monitoring System...
  • Page 284 Index ..................Turn Signals VSA OFF Switch Defroster ..........Turn Signals and Headlights VSA System Indicator Washers 70, 197 ......Vehicle Storage Wipers, Windshield ............Ventilation Changing Blades ................Operation ............... Viscosity, Oil Worn Tires Unexpected, Taking Care of ..

  • Page 286: Service Information Summary

    Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Rear Differential Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. Honda Dual Pump Fluid II. Do not DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or use ATF. DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Fuel Tank Capacity: replacement (see page 199).

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