dashboard HONDA ELEMENT 2007 1.G User Guide

The outside air intakes for the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
Thesystemshouldbeleftinfresh
air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in reci rculation
mode, parti cularly with the A/C off,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirc ulation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flows from. Some
air will flow from the dashboard
vents in all modes.
Tu
rning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.
Tu
rn this dial clockwise to increase
the fan speed and airflow.
This button turns the air
conditioning on and off. The
indicatorinthebuttonisonwhen
the A/C is on.
When the recirculation indicator is
on, air from the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in from the outside of the
vehicle (fresh air mode). The
system automatically
turns on the A/C and
switches to recirculation mode. Air
flows from the center and side vents
in the dashboard.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Airflow is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
floor vents.
Air flows from the floor
ve nts. When you select , the
system automatically switches to
f resh air mode.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see page ).
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CONT INUED
Rear Window Def ogger Button
Mode Control Dial
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button T emperature Control Dial
Fan Control Dial A ir Flow Controls
Recirculation Button
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Features
103

Select . The system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator does not come on in
U.S. vehicle, if the A/C was off to
start with.
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below each vent.
This sends more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select f resh air
mode to avoid f ogging the windows.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving. Turning the f an speed control dial all
the way to the left shuts the system
off.
Keep the system of f f or short
periods only.
To keep stale air and mustiness
f rom collecting, you should have
the f an running at all times.
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2.
3.
4. T o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
To Turn Everything Off
Vents, Heating, and A/C
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´ If
you select an empty slot in the
magazine, the changer will search
for the next available disc to load and
play.
An
optional six disc changer is
available for your vehicl e. This disc
changer uses the same controls used
for the in-dash disc player or the
radio.
Load the desired discs in the
magazine, and load the magazine in
the changer according to the
instructions that came with the unit.
To select the disc changer, press the
CD/AUX button. The disc and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a different disc, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or the preset 6 (DISC )
button. To select the previous disc,
press the preset 5 (DISC ), or the
preset 6 (DISC ) to select the next
disc in sequence.
The
auxiliary input jack is next to the
accessory power socket, either in the
center console compartment or on
the dashboard, depending on the
model of your vehicle.
When a compatible audio unit is
connected to the jack, pressing the
AUX button allows the system to
accept auxiliary input from the
connected audio unit.
See pages and for
information on error messages.
For information on how to handle
and protect discs, see page . 128127
126
If equipped
Auxiliary Input Jack Operating the Optional Disc
Changer
Protecting Discs Audio System Malf unction
Playing a Disc
Features
125

Pull the support rod out of its clip
and insert the end into the hole in
the hood.
If the hood latch handle moves
stif f ly, or if you can open the hood
without lifting the handle, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated.
Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Put your f ingers under the f ront
edge of the hood near the center.
The hood latch handle is above
the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
to release it. Lift up the hood. Lif t it up slightly to remove the
support rod f rom the hole. Put the
support rod back into its holding clip.
Lower the hood to about a f oot
(30cm)abovethefender,thenletit
drop. Make sure it is securely
latched.
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2.
3.
To Close the Hood:
Opening and Closing the Hood
Service Station Procedures
140
LATCH
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
SUPPORT ROD
CLIP

Your vehicle has several identif ying
numbers located in various places.
The vehicle identif ication number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
f or warranty purposes. It is also
necessary f or licensing and insuring
your vehicle. The easiest place to
find the VIN is on a plate fastened to
the top of the dashboard. You can
seeitbylookingthroughthe
windshield on the driver’s side. It is
also on the certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb
(f ront edge of rear door), and is
stamped on the engine compartment
bulkhead. The VIN is also provided
in bar code on the certif ication label.
Identif ication Numbers
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERCERTIFICATION LABEL

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Capacities Chart .244
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .54
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Carrying Cargo .145
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Care .126
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CD Changer .125
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CD Error Message .127
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CD Changer Error Message .128
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CD Player .119
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Ceiling Pocket .96
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Certif ication Label .242 ............................................
Chains .213
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Changing a Flat Tire .219
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Changing Oil .190
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How to .190
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When to .179
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Charging System Indicator . 60, 231
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 151
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Child Saf ety .37
Child Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System . 46
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Lower Anchors .46
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Tether Anchorage Points . 50
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Children, Protecting Larger . 51
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Cleaning the Body Panels . 197
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Clock .130
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Clock, Setting the .130
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Clutch Fluid .197
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CO in the Exhaust .251
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 152
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Compact Spare .218
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Consumer Inf ormation . 258
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Controls, Instruments and . 57
Coolant ........................................
Adding .192
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Checking .141
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Proper Solution .192 ...................
Temperature Gauge . 68
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .251
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Cruise Control Indicator . 62
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Cruise Control Operation . 133
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Cup (Beverage) Holders . 97
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Customer Service Of f ice . 258
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DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard . 4, 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
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Indicator .62
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Dead Battery .227
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 260
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Def og and Def rost .105
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 73
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Def rosting the Windows . 105
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Dif f erential Fluid .196
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Dimensions .244
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Dimming the Headlights . 71
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 194
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Engine Oil .141
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Directional Signals .71
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights .203
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Brake Lights .203
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Front Parking Lights . 200
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Front Side Marker Lights . 201
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Headlights .198
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High-mount Brake .204
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Rear License Plate . 204
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Specif ications .245
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Turn Signal Lights . 200
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Bulbs, Halogen .198
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Bungee Cords .148
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