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and Canada.
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were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor
Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without
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2 Safe Driving P. 21
For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 26 Airbags P. 33
2 Instrument Panel P. 63
Indicators P. 64 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 75
2 Controls P. 87
Setting the Clock P. 88 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 89
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 104
Adjusting the Seats P. 117
2 Features P. 139
Audio System P. 140 Audio System Basic Operation P. 143
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver P. 167
2 Driving P. 183
Before Driving P. 184 Towing a Trailer P. 189
Refueling P. 217 Fuel Economy P. 220
2 Maintenance P. 223
Before Performing Maintenance P. 224 Maintenance MinderTM P. 227
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 259
Climate Control Sy stem Maintenance P. 273
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 279
Tools P. 280 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 281
Overheating P. 292 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 294
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 304
2 Information P. 307
Specifications P. 308 Identification Numbers P. 312
Emissions Testing P. 315 Warranty Coverages P. 317
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uu Indicators u
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IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
System Message
Indicator
●Comes on along with a beep when
a problem is detected. A system
message on the multi-information
display appears at the same time.●While the indicator is on, press the
(information) button to see the
message again.
●Refer to the Indicator information in this
chapter when a system message appears
on the multi-information display. Take
the appropriate action for the message.
●The multi-information display does not
return to the normal screen unless the
warning is canceled, or the
button is pressed.
—
Turn Signal
Indicators
●The turn signal indicators blink
when you operate the turn signal
lever.
●If you press the hazard warning
button, both indicators and all turn
signals blink at the same time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately.
2Replacing Light Bulbs 
P. 254 —
High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.
●Comes on with reduced brightness
when Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on.——
Lights On
Indicator●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO when the
exterior lights are on.●If you remove the key from the ignition
switch while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driver ’s door is opened.
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uu Gauges and Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display
The elapsed time display shows the time during one drive cycle.
The display shows the average speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada) since the last
time Trip A was reset.
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder
TM.
2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 227
Shows each tire’s pressure.
2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) P. 208
Shows your paired cell phone’s information.
2 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 169
■Elapsed Time
■Average Speed
■Engine Oil Life
■Tire Pressure Monitor
■Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
1Elapsed Time
You can change when to reset the elapsed time.
2 Customized Features P. 80
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uu Gauges and Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display
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Use the multi-information display to customize certain features.
■How to customize
Press and hold the button for a few seconds while the ignition switch is in
ON
(w
.
■Customized Features1Customized Features
To customize other features, press the
button.
2 List of customizable options P. 82
2 Example for customization settings P. 84
Customization is possible when you see the driver’s
ID ( DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2) on the CHG setting
screen.
The driver’s ID indicates which remote transmitter
you have used to unlock the driver’s door.
The customized settings are recalled every time you
unlock the driver’s door with that remote.
When you customize settings:
Shift to
(
P

Set the parking brake
Automatic transmission models
Manual transmission models
Button:
Changes the customize
menus and items
Multi-Information
Display:
Goes to customize
settings.
SEL /RESET button:
Enters the selected
item
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uu Gauges and Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display
■List of customizable options
*1: Default Setting
Setup Group Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable settings
METER
SETUP
LANGUAGE SELECTIONChanges the displayed language.ENGLISH*1/FRENCH /SPANISH
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.
DISPLAYAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F ~ ±0°F*1 ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C*1 ~ +3°C (Canada)
TRIP A RESET with
REFUELSets Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset
when you refuel.ON/OFF*1
ELAPSED TIME RESETChanges the resetting conditions of the elapsed
time.IGN OFF*1/TRIP A /TRIP B
POSITION
SETUPMEMORY POSITION
LINK *Changes the driver’s seat position to a stored
setting.ON*1/OFF
LIGHTING
SETUP
INTERIOR LIGHT
DIMMING TIMEChanges the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.60sec /30sec*1/15sec
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF
TIMER Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door.
60sec
/30sec /15sec
*1/ 0sec
AUTO LIGHT
SENSITIVITY Changes the timing for the headlights to come on.
MAX/HIGH /MID
*1/LOW /MIN
* Not available on all models
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uu Gauges and Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display
Continued
*1: Default Setting
*2: Default Setting for automatic transmission
*3: Default Setting for manual transmission
Setup Group Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable settings
DOOR
SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCKChanges the setting for the automatic locking
feature.OFF/ WITH VEH SPD*1/SHIFT
FROM P (A/T only)
AUTO DOOR UNLOCKChanges the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.
OFF/DRIVER DOOR With
SHIFT to P*2 (A/T only)/ ALL
DOORS With SHIFT to P (A/T
only)/ DRIVER DOOR With IGN
OFF
*3/ ALL DOORS With IGN
OFF
DOOR LOCK MODESets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first push of the remote.DRIVER DOOR*1/ ALL DOORS
KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENTLOCK/UNLOCK - The exterior lights flash LOCK (2nd
push) - The beeper soundsON*1/OFF
SECURITY RELOCK
TIMERChanges the time it takes fo r the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the
vehicle without opening any door.
90sec /60sec /30sec*1
DEFAULT ALLSets/Cancels all the customized settings as default.SET/ CANCEL
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■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with the remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter. The security system al arm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The PANIC button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one seco nd, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
■Panic Mode
1
Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with th e lock tab or the master
door lock switch.
•Opening the trunk with the release button on the
driver’s door or the emergency trunk opener.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter th is system or add another
device to it.
PANIC
Button
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uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness. u You
can change the auto light sensitivity
setting.
2 Customized Features P. 80
■Automatic lighting off feature
The headlights, all other exterior lights, a nd the instrument panel lights turn off 15
seconds after you remove the key, and close the driver’s door.
u You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 80
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
with the headlight switch on, but do not
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minu tes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the
AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver’s door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
■Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)1 Automatic Operation (aut omatic lighting control)
We recommend that you tu rn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
Adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:
SettingThe exterior lights come on
when the ambient light is at
MAX
HIGH
MID
LOW
MIN
Light Sensor
Bright
Dark
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uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Wipers and Washers
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the
wiper delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation's
shortest dela y setting ( ) and the LO setting
become the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring Pull to
use
washer.
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO
: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Long delay
Short delay
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Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights
■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■Door activated
The interior lights come on in the
following situations:
• When any of the doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver’s door.
• Y ou rem ove the key from the
ignition switch.
■OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
■Interior Light Switches1 Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 se conds after the doors are
closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:
•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open
it.
•When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
You can change the interi or lights dimming time.
2 Customized Features P. 80
The interior lights go off i mmediately in the following
situations:
•When you lock the driver’s door.
•When you close the driver’s door with the key in
the ignition switch.
•When you turn the ignition switch to ON (
w
.
If you leave any of the doors open without the key in
the ignition switch, the interior lights go off after
about 15 minutes.
Door Activated Position
OffFront
Door Activated Position
On
Off
Rear
On
■Map Lights
1
Map Lights
When the ceiling light switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will not
go off when you press the lens.
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