cruise control HONDA CROSSTOUR 2014 1.G Owners Manual

3Quick Reference Guide
❙Wipers/Washers
(P 123)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
(P224)
See the Navigation System Manual
❙(+ / (- / / Buttons
(P 168)
❙SOURCE Button
(P 168)
❙
(Display) Button
* (P 186, 218)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals
(P 119)
❙Fog Lights
(P 122)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)
* (P 431)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up)
* (P 431)
❙Lane Watch
TM *
(P 444)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 320, 332, 367)
❙
(Select/Reset) Knob
(P 84)
❙Brightness Control
(P 125)
❙Cruise Control Buttons
(P 432)* Not available on all models

8Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 69)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator Immobilizer System
IndicatorSeat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Side Airbag Off
Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel Gauge Security System Alarm
IndicatorShift Lever Position Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P 83)
/Information Display
(P 84)
/System Indicators
(P 70)
Fuel Economy
Indicator
*
TPMS Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Washer Level
Indicator
*
Temperature Gauge
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
*
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
System Indicators
CanadaU.S.
CanadaU.S.
Starter System
Indicator
*
Door and Tailgate
Open Indicator
Smart Entry System
Indicator
*
CanadaU.S.
Forward Collision
Warning (FCW) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) Indicator
*
M (Sequential shift mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
*
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator

19Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button
(P 443)
●The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
●VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
●To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control
(P 432)
●Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
●To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press –/SET once you have
received the desired speed (above 25 mph
or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P 446)
●TPMS monitors tire pressure.
●TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
Refueling
(P 456)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 L)a
Unlock the driver’s door.
b
Press on the edge of the
fuel fill door to make it
pop up slightly.
c
Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
d
Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
e
After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
●Comes on when you press the CRUISE
button.
2Cruise Control P. 432
CRUISE
CONTROL
Indicator
●Comes on if you have set a speed for cruise
control.
2Cruise Control P. 432
Washer Level
Indicator
*
●Comes on when washer fluid gets low.
●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 483
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition switch
to ON
(w*1, then goes off.
●Comes on when the scheduled maintenance
is due soon.
2Maintenance Minder
TM P. 465
* Not available on all models

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 410
Maximum Load Limit........................ 413
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation .......................... 415
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 418
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 419
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 420
Precautions While Driving................. 424
Automatic Transmission ................... 425
Shifting ............................................ 426Cruise Control ................................. 432
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*.. 435
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
*..... 439
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System .. 442
LaneWatch
TM*.................................. 444
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .. 446Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 447
Braking
Brake System ................................... 449
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 451Brake Assist System ......................... 452
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 453
Rearview Camera............................. 454
Multi-View Rear Camera.................. 455
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 456
How to Refuel ................................. 457
Fuel Economy.................................... 459
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 459
Accessories and Modifications........ 460
* Not available on all models

432
uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control
Driving
Cruise ControlMaintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a
constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
1Cruise Control
It may not be possible to maintain a constant speed
when driving uphill or downhill.
When not using cruise control:
Turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE
button.
3
WARNING
Improper use of the cruise control can lead
to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling
on open highways in good weather.
■Shift positions for cruise control:
In (D or
(d
In (D or
(S
Models without paddle shiftersModels with paddle shiftersWhen to use
Always keep sufficient distance
between you and the vehicle in
front of you.
■Vehicle speed for cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above
roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
How to use
CRUISE MAIN is on in the
instrument panel.
Cruise control is ready to use.
■Press the
CRUISE
button on
the steering wheel.

433
uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control
Continued
Driving
Take your foot off the pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired
speed.
The moment you release the –/SET button, the set speed is fixed, and cruise control
begins. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on.■To Set the Vehicle Speed
–/SET
Button
On when cruise control begins
Press and release
On On

uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control
434Driving
Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or –/SET buttons on the
steering wheel.
•Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is increased or decreased by
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
•If you keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or decreases until you
release it. This speed is then set.
To cancel cruise control, do any of the
following:
•Press the CANCEL button.
•Press the CRUISE button.
•Depress the brake pedal.
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off.■To Adjust the Vehicle Speed
1To Adjust the Vehicle Speed
You can set the vehicle speed using the –/SET button
on the steering wheel when adjusting the speed with
the accelerator and brake pedals.
■To Cancel
To decrease speedTo increase speed
1To Cancel
Resuming the prior set speed:
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still
resume the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+
button while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40
km/h) or more.
You cannot set or resume in the following situations:•When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h)•When the CRUISE button is turned off
At vehicle speeds of 22 mph (35 km/h) or less, cruise
control is canceled automatically.
CRUISE
Button
CANCEL
Button

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uuEmissions TestinguTesting of Readiness Codes
Information
7.Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in (D. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you
cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for
at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8.Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9.Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

563Index
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 213, 266
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.... 320, 332, 367
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 65
Brake System............................................ 449
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 451
Brake Assist System................................. 452
Fluid ....................................................... 481
Foot Brake .............................................. 450
Indicator ........................................... 70, 536
Parking Brake.......................................... 449
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)... 125
Bulb Replacement.................................... 484
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear
Turn Signal Light and Lower Rear Side
Marker Light ....................................... 490
Fog Lights ............................................... 486
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ............... 489
Headlights .............................................. 484
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 492
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 492
Side Marker Lights .................................. 488
Bulb Specifications........................... 546, 548CCarbon Monoxide Gas............................... 66
Cargo Hook.............................................. 149
Carrying Cargo................................. 411, 413
CD Player.................................. 173, 200, 239
Center Pocket........................................... 152
Certification Label................................... 550Changing Bulbs......................................... 484
Charging System Indicator................. 71, 534
Child Safety................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100
Child Seat.................................................... 54
Booster Seats............................................. 65
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Larger Children.......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks............................. 100
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 512
Cleaning the Interior................................ 510
Climate Control System............................ 157
Changing the Mode ................................ 157
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 159
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 509
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 158
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 157
Sensors.................................................... 162
Synchronized Mode ................................. 161
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 157
Clock............................................................ 88
Coat Hook................................................. 148
Compact Spare Tire.................. 517, 547, 549
Compass............................................ 405, 407
Console Compartment............................. 145Controls....................................................... 87
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 478
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 479
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 478
Overheating ............................................ 532
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 425
Cruise Control........................................... 432
Indicator.................................................... 81
Cup Holders.............................................. 146
Customer Service Information................. 558
Customized Features................................ 281
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 122
Dead Battery............................................. 528
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows......................................... 156, 159
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 551
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 119
Rearview Mirror....................................... 130
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................. 473
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 119
Display Button.................................. 186, 218
Door Mirrors............................................. 131