clock HONDA ELEMENT 2003 1.G Owners Manual

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You can lock or unlock the hatch in
any of these ways:Useyourmasterkeytolockand
unlock the hatch.
Turnthekeyclockwisetolockthe
hatch, and counterclockwise to
unlock it. Lock the hatch by pushing down
the lock tab on the driver’s door
(see page ), or by using the
master key in the driver’s door
lock.
Lock or unlock the hatch with the
master door lock switch.
With the hatch unlocked, open it by
pulling the handle and lif ting up.
To close the hatch, lower it, then
press down on the back edge.
When both the hatch and tailgate are
open, the hatch cannot be latched
without f irst closing the tailgate.
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Keys and Locks
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Hatch
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Heating and Cooling .118
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What Each Control Does . 118
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How to Use the System . 121
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To Turn Everything Of f . 125
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Audio System .126
Audio System ..........
(Canadian DX model) . 126
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AM/FM/CD Audio System . 126
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Operating the Radio . 126
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Adjusting the Sound . 129
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Digital Clock .130
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Audio System Lighting . 132
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Operating the CD Player . 132
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Operating the CD Changer . 134
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CD Player Error Indications . 135
CD Changer Error .............................
Indications .136 ...........
Audio System (EX model) . 137
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AM/FM/CD Audio System . 137
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Operating the Radio . 138
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Adjusting the Sound . 141
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Digital Clock .142
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Audio System Lighting . 143
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Radio Frequencies . 143
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Radio Reception .143
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Operating the CD Player . 145
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Operating the CD Changer . 147
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CD Player Error Indications . 148
CD Changer Error .............................
Indications .149
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Protecting Compact Discs . 150
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 151
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Thef t Protection .152
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Cruise Control .153
Comf ort and Convenience Features
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures117

Proper use of the Heating and
Cooling system can make the
interior dry and comf ortable, and
keep the windows clear f or the best
visibility.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the f an’s speed, which increases air
flow.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the air flow.This button controls the source of
the air going into the system. When
the indicator in this button is lit, air
f rom the vehicle’s interior is sent
through the system again (Recircula-
tion mode). When the indicator is off,
air is brought in f rom outside the
vehicle (Fresh Air mode).
This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see page ).Use the MODE control dial to select
the vents the air flows from. Some
air will f low f rom the dashboard
vents in all modes.
This button turns the air condi-
tioning ON and OFF. The indicator
in the button lights when the A/C is
on. 81
On U.S. EX models, and Canadian DXand EX models
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Heating and Cooling
What Each Control Does
Fan Control Dial
T emperature Control Dials
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button
Rear Window Def ogger ButtonMode Control Dial
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FAN CONTROL
DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
MODE CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION
BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING
BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
BUTTON

The display of your audio system
usually shows the time when the
ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (I)
or ON (II). It shows the operation
mode of the radio or CD player when
you operate them, and goes back to
the time display af ter f ive seconds.
If an error occurs while operating
the CD player or optional CD
changer, the display will keep
showing the error code and will not
switch to the time display until the
error is corrected (see pages and). 148
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Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Audio System
Digital Clock
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R BUTTON
H BUTTON
M BUTTONCLOCK BUTTON
TIME DISPLAY

You can use the R (Preset 6) button
to quickly set the time to the nearest
hour. Press the R button while
pressing the CLOCK button. If the
displayed time is bef ore the half
hour, pressing R sets the clock back
to the previous hour. If the displayed
time is af ter the half hour, pressing
R sets the clock f orward to the
beginning of the next hour.For example:
1:06 would RESET to 1:00.
1:52 would RESET to 2:00.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the time
setting will be lost. To set the time
again, f ollow the setting procedure.
To set the hour, press the H (Preset
4) button while pressing the CLOCK
(SCAN/RPT) button. Press and hold
the H button until the hour advances
to the desired time.
To set the minute, press the M
(Preset 5) button while pressing the
CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) button. Press
andholdtheMbuttonuntilthe
minute numbers advance to the
desired time.
Audio System
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures131

The audio system display shows the
time when the ignition switch is in
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).For example:1:06 would RESET to 1:00.
1:52 would RESET to 2:00.
When you are f inished, press the
CLOCK (TUNE) button again.
To set the clock, press and hold the
CLOCK (TUNE) button until the
numbers f lash. Change the hour by
pressing the H button until the
numbers advance to the desired time.
Change the minute by pressing the
M button until the numbers advance
to the desired time.
You can use the R button to quickly
set the time to the nearest hour. If
the displayed time is before the half
hour, pressing R sets the clock back
to the previous hour. If the displayed
time is af ter the half hour, pressing
R sets the clock f orward to the begin-
ning of the next hour.
Audio System
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Digital Clock
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H BUTTON
CLOCK
BUTTON
M BUTTON R BUTTON

The coolant level should be up to
the base of the f iller neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Turn the radiator cap counter-
clockwise, without pressing down
on it, until it stops. This relieves
any pressure remaining in the
cooling system.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise. Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
Put the radiator cap back on.
Tighten it f ully.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to half way between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Pour the coolant slowly and caref ully
so you do not spill. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled coolant
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
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Cooling Syst em
Maint enance226
RADIATOR CAP
RESERVE TANK

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Thecoolingsystemshouldbe
completely drained and ref illed with
new coolant according to the time
and distance recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. Only use
Honda All Season Antif reeze/
Coolant Type 2.
Draining the coolant requires access
to the underside of the vehicle.
Unless you have the tools and
knowledge, you should have this
maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn
the heater temperature control
dial f ully clockwise. Turn the
ignition of f .
Openthehood.Makesurethe
engine and radiator are cool to the
touch. Remove the radiator cap.
Loosen the drain plug on the
bottom of the radiator. The
coolant will drain through the
splash guard.
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Replacing Engine Coolant
Cooling Syst em
Maint enance227

µIf you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damage to the vehicle’s
electrical system.
If the terminals are severely cor-
roded, clean them with baking soda
and water. Then use a wrench to
loosen and remove the cables f rom
the terminals. Always disconnect the
negative ( ) cable f irst and recon-
nect it last. Clean the battery termi-
nals with a terminal cleaning tool or
wire brush. Reconnect and tighten
the cables, then coat the terminals
with grease. If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself . The next
timeyouturnontheradioyouwill
see ‘‘CODE’’ in the f requency display.
Use the preset buttons to enter the
f ive-digit code (see page ). You
will then have to set the clock and
enter your station presets.
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On EX models
Battery
Maint enance241
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance. Charging the battery with the cables
connected can seriously damage your
vehicle’s electronic controls. Detach
the battery cables bef ore connecting
the battery to a charger.

Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot it out of
the way and remove the bulb.Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place, and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘TOP.’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb. Make sure it is
connected securely.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
(Driver’s side)
Install the f ront end of the air
intake duct.
Open the hood. The f ront
parking/turn signal light is next to
the headlight bulb. On the driver’s
side, remove the f ront end of the
air intake duct by pulling it out.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
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Lights
Maint enance
Replacing a Front Parking/Turn
Signal Light Bulb
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