Dashboard And Nearby Controls; Safety Information - Honda HR-V 2019 Owner's Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Your safety--and the safety of others--is very important and operating this
vehicle safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make
informed decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about
all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle.
Therefore, you must use your own good judgment.
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle's safety features and how to use them.
Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also
help to keep you and your passengers safe.
Important Safety Precautions
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• Always wear your seat belt.
• Secure all children in the proper restraint system.
• Be aware of airbag hazards.
• Don't drink and drive.
• Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
• Control your speed.
• Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from
paying close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could
lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can
decide when it is safe to divert some attention away from driving.
Important Handling Information
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Your vehicle 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. Because
your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a higher center
gravity making it more susceptible to tipping or roll over if you make abrupt
turns. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other
types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly
more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make
sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
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