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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1 : Models with manual intermittent operation
*2 : Models with automatic intermittent operation
■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.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defogger 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 speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such as
the buildup of snow, park the vehicle in a safe place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then remove
the obstacle.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
All models
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2
OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models

uuInterior Convenience Items uOther Interior Convenience Items
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Controls
■When charging does not start
Perform one of the solution s in the following table.
IndicatorCauseSolution
Green
&
AmberBlinking
simulta- neously
There is an obstacle(s) between
the charging area and the
device.Remove the
obstacle(s).
The device is not within the
charging area. Pick up and reset the
device to the center of
the charging area
where is located.
The temperature of the wireless
charger pad increases. Temporarily suspend
charging the device.
Wait for the
temperature to drop
and attempt to charge
the device again.
AmberBlinkingThe wireless charger is faulty.Contact a dealer for
repairs.
1
Wireless Charger*
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the
system for a long time when the engine is not
running. This may weaken the battery, making it
difficult to start the engine.
When using the wireless charge r, check the user’s manual
that came with the compatible device you want to charge.
3CAUTION
Metal objects between the charge pad
and the device to be charged will get
hot and can burn you.
• Always remove foreign objects from
the charge pad before charging the
device.
• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and
other debris before charging.
• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks,
etc.) on the charger and the device.
• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol,
benzine or thinner for cleaning the
charge pad.
• Do not cover the system with towels,
clothing, or other objects while
charging etc.
• Avoid spraying aerosols which may
come in contact with the charge pad
surface.
* Not available on all models

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 430
Towing a Trailer ................................ 435
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 436
Precautions While Driving................. 441
Continuously Variable Transmission ..... 442Shifting .................................... 443, 445
ECON Button*................................. 449
Drive Mode Switch*......................... 450
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 453
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System .............. 459
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 461
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 462Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 467
Blind Spot Information System
*....... 469
Honda Sensing ®................................ 473
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 476
Low Speed Braking Control*............ 488
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 494
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 516
Traffic Jam Assist ............................. 528
Road Departure Mitigation System ... 537 Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 545
Front Wide View Camera ................. 551
Sonar Sensors
*................................ 553
Braking
Brake System ................................... 554
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 560
Brake Assist System ......................... 561
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 562
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 573
Refueling ........................................... 575
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 578
Turbo Engine Vehicle*...................... 579
* Not available on all models

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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your vehicl e is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the
Tire and Loading Information la bel attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 676, 678
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 676, 678
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example

uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 435
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)

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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Behind a Motorhome
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 670

uuWhen Driving uContinuously Variable Transmission
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Driving
Continuously Variable Transmission
When the engine runs at higher idle speeds, the creeping force increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower ratio, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed.
Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, es pecially on slippery roads and curves.
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the under spoiler:
•Parking the vehicle by a parking block
•Parallel parking along the road shoulder•Driving towards the bottom of a hill
•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
•Driving on a road with potholes
■Creeping
■Kickdown

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uuHonda Sensing ®u Low Speed Braking Control*
Driving
■Examples of situations where the sonar sensor cannot detect obstacles
• The sonar sensor is dirty (cover ed by snow, water, mud, etc.).
• The vehicle is too hot or cold.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply when approaching the obstacle at an angle.
■Examples of other cases where the system may not work correctly
• The vehicle is tilted due to heavy load or su spension modifications.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (inco rrect sizes, varied sizes or construction,
improperly inflated, co mpact spare tire, etc.).
• Bad weather conditions such as heav y rain, fog, snow, sandstorms, etc.
• The ambient temperature/humidity is too high or low.
• When going down a very steep slope.
• When close to other vehicles with sonar sensors or other objects that emit
ultrasonic waves.
■Situations where the system may acti vate even without risk of a collision
• When passing through short or narrow gates.
• When driving on uneven surfaces, grassy areas, or places with steps.
• When a sloped pillar or wall is protruding from a high position.
• When there are obstacles next to the road.
• When driving toward flags, curtains, tre e branches, railroad crossing bars, etc.
• When driving on flooded roads.

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uuHonda Sensing ®u Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Driving
The system can be used when th e following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
■How to activate the system
1.Press the LKAS button.
u LKAS indicator (white) appears on the
gauge.
The system is standby.
u If traffic lane lines are detected, white
lines appear on the gauge.
*1 : Models with A-type meter
*2 : Models with B-type meter
■When the System can be Used1When the System can be Used
If the vehicle drifts toward ei ther left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Be sure to keep the following below to activate the
system properly;
•Always keep the windshi eld around the camera
clean.
•When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to
apply windshield cleanser to the camera lens.
•Do not touch the camera lens.
•Do not attach a sticker to the area around the
camera.
If LKAS button is pressed when the system can be
used, LKAS is on without standby.LKAS indicator
(white)
White lines
White lines
LKAS indicator
(white)
*1 *2
LKAS Button

uuHonda Sensing ®u Front Wide View Camera
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Driving
1Front Wide View Camera
If the Some driver assist systems cannot operate:
Camera temperature too high message appears:
•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode
with the airflow directed towards the camera.
•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cool s down the area around
the camera.
If the Some driver assist systems cannot operate:
Clean front windshield or poor viewing
conditions. message appears:
•Park your vehicle in a safe place, and make sure the
windshield is clean.
Clean the windshield if it is dirty. If the message
does not disappear after dr iven for a while, have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.