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VISUAL INDEX
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
1 Lights/turn signals/LaneWatch
button* p. 31, p. 32, p. 78
2 SEL/RESET knob p. 26
Brightness control p. 31
3 Wipers/washers p. 32
4 Cruise control buttons p. 75
5 Horn
6 Voice recognition buttons p. 52,
p. 59
7 Instrument panel p. 22
8 intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) p. 26
9 MENU button/SOURCE button
p. 38, p. 41, p. 59
Audio controls p. 41
i-MID button p. 26
10 Hood release handle p. 97
11 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 70
12 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF
button p. 71
13 ECON button p. 73
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
1128
54
11
10
72313
69
*if equipped
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* ...76
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)* ... 77
LaneWatch™* ................................... 78
Rearview Camera* ........................... 79
Multi-View Rear Camera* ............... 80
Refueling ............................................ 81
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ....... 82
Smart Entry Remote Battery
Strength .............................................. 82
Shift Lever Does Not Move ............. 82
Jump Starting .................................... 83
Overheating ........................................ 84
Emergency Engine Stop* ................. 85
Emergency Towing ........................... 85
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)* .............................................. 86
Tire Repair Kit .................................... 87
Changing a Flat Tire .......................... 88
Fuse Locations ................................... 91
MAINTENANCE ................................. 94
Safety Precautions ........................... 94
Maintenance Minder™.................... 95 Under the Hood .................................. 97
Engine Oil ........................................... 98
Engine Coolant .................................. 100
Checking the 12-Volt Battery .......... 101
Window Washer Fluid ..................... 101
Changing Wiper Blades ................... 102
Tire Information ................................. 103
Tire Labeling ...................................... 106
DOT Tire Quality Grading ................. 107
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) - Required Federal
Explanation ........................................ 109
Testing of Readiness Codes ............ 110
SPECIFICATIONS ............................... 111
CUSTOMER INFORMATION ............. 112
Frequently Asked Questions/
Troubleshooting ................................ 112
Contact Us .......................................... 113
Honda Roadside Assistance ........... 113
Warranty Coverages ......................... 114
VOICE COMMAND INDEX ................ 115
INDEX .................................................. 120
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VEHICLE CONTROLS
VEHICLE CONTROLS
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by usi\
ng the
switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and
close all the windows.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch down fi rmly.
To close: Pull the switch up fi rmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch again briefl y.
Manual OperationTo open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach the desired position.
Power Window LockPush in the power window lock button so only the driver’s window can be
operated. The driver can operate all other windows using the specifi c switches.
OFF
Power window
lock button
Driver’ s
window
switch
Front passenger’ s
window switch ON
Indicator
Closing a power window on someone’
s hands or fi ngers can cause serious
injury .
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.\
W ARNING
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Brightness Control
Adjust instrument panel brightness when the
vehicle is on.
To brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
To dim: Turn the knob to the left.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches
minimum or maximum.
Interior LightsChange the interior light settings using the switch
on the ceiling.
ON position: Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Interior lights come on
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.
OFF position: Interior lights remain off.
Map LightsPress the map lights to turn on or off.
Exterior LightsRotate the switches on the headlight lever to operate the exterior light\
s.
OFF: All exterior lights are off.
: Turn on exterior lights except headlights.
AUTO*: Turn on the automatic lighting feature.
Headlights turn on or off depending on ambient
brightness when the vehicle is on. Headlights
automatically come on after the wipers are
engaged for a certain time.
: Turn on all exterior lights including headlights.
Control knob
High beams
Low beams Flashing the high beams
On
Door
-activated position
Off
*if equipped
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VEHICLE CONTROLS
VEHICLE CONTROLS
One-Touch Turn Signal
Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.
Lightly push the turn signal lever up or down for a
three-blink sequence.
For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down
until it locks into place.
Wiper Operation
The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on. Mo\
ve the
wiper lever up or down to the desired position.
Headlight-Wiper Integration*
When the headlights are in the AUTO position,
they automatically turn on when the front
wipers operate several times within a certain
interval. The headlights turn off shortly after
the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough
ambient light.
Intermittent WipersWhen you move the lever to the INT position,
the wipers operate based on the wiper delay.
Adjust the wiper delay using the adjustment
ring.
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the de\
froster
to warm the windshield, or manually clear the windshield of ice and snow\
before turning on the wipers.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Intermittent time
adjustment ring Pull to
use
washer
.
MIST
OFF
INT : Low speed intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
Left turn Right turn
Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safe\
ty .
Adjusting the Front Seats
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while
allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle.
You should be able to sit upright and well back in the
seat, adequately press the pedals without leaning
forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably.
The passenger’s seat should be adjusted so that it
is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard
as possible.
The National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration and Transport Canada
recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the ce\
nter of the
steering wheel and the chest.
Move back and allow suffi cient space.
Height adjustment
(driver’ s seat only)
Horizontal position adjustment
Pull up on the bar to move the seat,
then release the bar . Seat-back angle
adjustment
Pull up the lever to
change the angle.
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oil*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil filter
Inspect front and rear bra kes/service as necessary
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension components
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all fluid levels and conditio n of fluids
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
Check the expiration date for TRK bottle
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry
and diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen filter*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission fluid
4Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and sys\
tems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using \
parts
that are certi ed to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenan\
ce on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warran\
ties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Under the Hood
Engine oil
dipstick
(orange) Brake fl
uid
(black cap)
CVT fl uid
dipstick
(yellow)
12-volt
battery
Engine coolant reserve tank
Engine oil fi
ll
cap
W asher fl uid
(blue cap)
Radiator cap
Opening the Hood1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood.
Remove your hand at a height of approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strik\
e the
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
Do not open the hood during auto idle stop operation.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp P
ull
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INDEX
INDEX
INDEX
ABS .........................................................23
Accessory Power Socket ...........................40
Airbags ...........................................................8
System Components ................................12
System Indicators ....................................10
Ambient Meter........................................25, 73
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............23, 72
Audio Operation ...........................................40 Audio Commands ...................................118
Bluetooth
® Audio .....................................49
Compact Disc (CD) ...................................46
FM/AM Radio ............................................44
HDMI Port ..................................................40
HDMI Video ...............................................51
iPod
® .........................................................47
Pandora® ...................................................50
SiriusXM® Radio .......................................45
Sound .........................................................41
Steering Wheel Controls .........................41
Touchscreen Operation ..........................42
USB Flash Drive ........................................48
USB Port ....................................................40
Auto idle stop ..........................................25, 74
AUX Commands..........................................119
Battery .......................................................101
Bluetooth
® Audio .........................................49
Bluetooth® Audio Commands ..................119
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .............52
Dialing a Number .....................................55
E-Mail .........................................................57
HFL Controls ..............................................52
HondaLink™ Assist ..................................58
Pairing a Phone ........................................54
Phonebook ................................................55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................58
SMS Text Messaging ..............................57
Speed Dial .................................................56
Talk Button Tips ........................................53
Brake Assist System....................................72
Brake system ..........................................22, 23
Braking .........................................................72
Brightness Control .......................................31
Built-in key ....................................................27
Calibration .....................................................86
Carbon Monoxide Gas...................................4
Changing a Flat Tire .....................................88
Changing Settings ........................................38
Charging system...........................................22
Childproof Door Locks .................................29
Child Safety ...................................................14
Child Seat ......................................................16 Adding Security with a Tether ...............19 LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ................17
Climate Control Commands ......................117
Climate Control System ...............................37
Clock .........................................................39
Compact Disc (CD) .......................................46
Condition Indicators ....................................24
Contact Us ...................................................113
Cruise Control .........................................25, 75
Customer Information................................112
Customized Features ...................................38
Dashboard, Ceiling, and Other Controls .....2
Destination ....................................................62
Detour .........................................................65
Dialing a Number .........................................55
Disc Commands..........................................118
Door Mirrors .................................................36
Door open ......................................................24
Door Operation .............................................29
DOT Tire Quality Grading ..........................107
Driving .........................................................66 Braking .......................................................72
Cruise Control ...........................................75
Eco Assist System ....................................73
ENGINE START/STOP button .................70
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .........76
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............77
LaneWatch™ ............................................78
Maximum Load Limit ................................68
Power Mode .............................................70
Refueling ....................................................81
Shifting .......................................................71
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) ..............71
Eco Assist System........................................73
Ecological Drive Display .............................74
ECON Button .................................................73
ECON mode ...................................................25
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...................23
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............71
E-Mail .........................................................57
Emergency Engine Stop ..............................85
Emergency Towing ......................................85
Engine and Fuel ..........................................111
Engine Coolant............................................100
Engine Oil.......................................................98
ENGINE START/STOP button .....................70
Exterior lights ..........................................25, 31
Fastening a Seat Belt ....................................7
FCW ...................................................25, 76
Find Nearest Place ......................................63
Find Place Commands ...............................116
Flat Tire .........................................................88
Floor Mats .....................................................34 Fluids .......................................................111
FM/AM Radio ................................................44
FM/AM Radio Commands .........................118
Foot Brake .....................................................72
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......23, 76
Frequently Asked Questions ....................112
Front Airbags (SRS) .......................................8
Front Door Inner Handle .............................29
Fuel gauge .....................................................25
Fuel Information ...........................................81
Fuse Locations..............................................91
Gauges .........................................................25
HDMI Port......................................................40
HDMI Video ...................................................51
Headlight-Wiper Integration ......................32
Head Restraints ............................................35
High temperature .........................................23
Home Address ..............................................62
HondaLink™ ..................................................43
HondaLink™ Assist ......................................58
Honda Roadside Assistance ....................113
Hood .........................................................97
IMA .........................................................23
i-MID .........................................................26
Immobilizer ....................................................25
Info Commands...........................................117
Instant fuel economy gauge.......................25
Instrument Panel ..........................................22
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)...................23
Intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) ............................................26
Interior Lights................................................31
Intermittent Wipers......................................32
iPod
® .........................................................47
iPod® Commands .......................................119
Jump Starting ...............................................83
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ..........23, 77
LaneWatch™ ................................................78
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...............................5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ....................17
LDW ...................................................23, 77
Light Bulbs...................................................111
Lights ...................................................25, 31
Lock Tab .........................................................29
Low fuel .........................................................24
Low oil pressure ...........................................22
Low temperature ..........................................23
Low tire pressure .........................................24
Maintenance.................................................94 Battery .....................................................101
Engine Coolant ........................................100
Engine Oil ...................................................98
Maintenance Minder™ ...........................95
Service Codes ...........................................96
Under the Hood ........................................97 Window Washer Fluid ...........................101
Wiper blades ...........................................102
Malfunction indicator lamp ........................23
Malfunction Indicators................................22
Map Display Commands ...........................115
Map Legend ..................................................64
Map Lights.....................................................31
Master Door Lock Switch ...........................29
Maximum Load Limit....................................68
Mirrors .........................................................36
Multi-View Rear Camera ............................80
Navigation .....................................................59 Detour ........................................................65
Display and Controls ................................60
Entering a Destination .............................62
Find Nearest Place ..................................63
Home Address ..........................................62
Map Legend ..............................................64
Navigation Commands ..........................115
Place Category .........................................63
Routing .......................................................64
Steering Wheel Controls .........................59
Street Address ..........................................62
Talk Button Tips ........................................61
Traffi c .........................................................65
Turn-by-Turn Directions ..........................64
Voice Prompt.............................................61
One-Touch Turn Signal ................................32
On/Off Indicators ..........................................25
On-screen Commands...............................117
Opening the Hood ........................................97
Overheating...................................................84
Pairing a Phone ............................................54
Pandora
® .......................................................50
Pandora® Commands ................................119
Parking brake..........................................24, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................11
Phone .........................................................54
Phonebook ....................................................55
Phone Commands ......................................117
Place Category .............................................63
Power Door Mirrors.....................................36
Power Flow Monitor ....................................73
Power Mode .................................................70
Power Window Operation ..........................30
Readiness Codes........................................110
Rear Camera .................................................80
Rearview Camera.........................................79
Rearview Mirror ...........................................36
Refueling........................................................81
Remote Battery Strength ............................82
Remote Transmitter .....................................27
Reporting Safety Defects............................21
Roadside Assistance .................................113
Route Commands .......................................115