lock HONDA ELEMENT 2009 1.G Service Manual

Accessory Power Sockets
Your vehicle has one, two, or three
accessory power sockets, depending
on the model. All models have a front
accessory power socket on the
dashboard above the glove box.
EX and SC models have an accessory
power socket in the cargo area on
the passenger's side.
The SC model has one additional
socket in the center console.
These sockets are intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that
are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps).
None of the sockets will power an
automotive type cigarette lighter
element. When more than one
socket is being used, the combined
power rating of the accessories
should be 120 watts or less (10
amps).Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the
bottom of the handle. Close it with a
firm push. Lock or unlock the glove
box with the master key.
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.
Sun Visor
To use the sun visor, pull it down.
When using the sun visor for the
side window, remove the support rod
from the clip, and swing it out.
In this position, the sun visor can be
adjusted by moving it on its slider.
Do not use the extended sun visor
over the inside mirror.
Make sure you put the sun visor
back in place when you are getting
into or out of the vehicle.
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Interior Convenience Items100
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The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comfortable driving environment in all
weather conditions.
The standard audio system has many
features. This section describes those
features and how to use them. (If you
have an optional audio system, refer to
the operating instructions that came
with it.)On EX and SC modelsYour vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number to
enable it.
Vents, Heating, and A/C
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Air Flow Controls
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105
Ventilation
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106
Using the Heater
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Using the A/C
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106
Dehumidify the Interior
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107 To Defog and Defrost
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To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows
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To Turn Everything Off
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Audio System
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Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation
system)
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110
Playing the XM
®Radio (Models
without navigation system)
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Playing a Disc (Models without navigation system)
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119
Disc Player Error Messages
(Models without navigationsystem)
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125
Disc Changer Error Messages
(Models without navigationsystem)
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126
Playing the FM/AM Radio
(Models with navigationsystem)
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127
Playing the XM
®Radio (Models
with navigation system)
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Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system)
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140 Disc Player Error Messages
(Models with navigationsystem)
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148
Playing a PC Card (Models with
navigation system)
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149
PC Card Error Messages (Models with navigation system)
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161
Playing an iPod
®(Models with
navigation system)
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162
iPod
®Error Messages (Models
with navigation system)
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172
Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation
system)
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USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models with
navigation system)
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182
Protecting Your Discs
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183
FM/AM Radio Reception
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186
Radio Theft Protection
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188
Setting the Clock
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189
Remote Audio Controls
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191
Auxiliary Input Jack
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192
Cruise Control
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193
Rearview Camera and Monitor
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196
Features
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Air Flow Controls
Fan Control Dial
Turn this dial clockwise to increase
the fan speed and airflow.
Temperature Control Dial
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
This button turns the air
conditioning on and off. The
indicator in the button is on when the
A/C is on.
Recirculation ButtonWhen 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 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.
The system should be left in fresh air
mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C off,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to fresh air
mode.
Rear Window Defogger Button
This button turns the rear window
defogger on and off (see page74).
Mode Control Dial
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flows from. Some air
will flow from the dashboard vents in
all modes.
The system automatically turns
on the A/C and switches to
recirculation mode. Air flows from
the center and side vents in the
dashboard (see page106).
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 vents.
When you select
, the system
automatically switches to fresh air
mode.
Airflow is divided between the
floor vents and the defroster vents at
the base of the windshield.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
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The XM satellites are in orbit over
the equator; therefore, objects south
of the vehicle may cause satellite
reception interruptions. To help
compensate for this, ground-based
repeaters are placed in major
metropolitan areas.
Satellite signals are more likely to be
blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you
travel from the equator. Carrying
large items on a roof rack can also
block the signal.
Signal may be blocked
by mountains or large
obstacles to the south.Signal weaker in
these areas.
SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER
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Playing the XM
®Radio (Models without navigation system)
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The XM satellites are in orbit over
the equator; therefore, objects south
of the vehicle may cause satellite
reception interruptions. To help
compensate for this, ground-based
repeaters are placed in major
metropolitan areas.
Satellite signals are more likely to be
blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you
travel from the equator. Carrying
large items on a roof rack can also
block the signal.
Signal may be blocked by
mountains or large obstacles to
the south.Signal weaker in
these areas.
SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER
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Playing the XM
®Radio (Models with navigation system)
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To Play a USB Flash Memory
Device
This audio system can select and
play the audio files from a USB flash
memory device with the same
controls used for the in-dash disc
player. To play a USB flash memory
device, connect it to the USB adapter
cable in the glove box. The ignition
switch must be in the ACCESSORY
(I) or ON (II) position. Press the
AUDIO button beside the screen to
show the audio display and touch the
AUX icon.
You can also select an icon by
moving the joystick. Move it to left,
right, up, or down to change the
highlighting and scroll through lists,
then press ENT on the top of the
joystick to set your selection.To select the USB mode without
using the icon, press the CD/XM
button repeatedly. The status bar
appears on the bottom of the screen.
The audio system reads and plays
the audio files on the USB flash
memory device in MP3, WMA or
AAC
ꭧformats. Depending on the
format, the display shows MP3,
WMA or AAC when a USB flash
memory device is playing. The USB
flash memory device limit is up to
700 folders or up to 65535 files.
ꭧ : Only AAC format files recorded
with iTunes are playable on this
audio unit. The recommended USB flash
memory devices are 256 Mbyte or
higher. Some digital audio players
may be compatible as well.
Some USB flash memory device
(such as devices with security lock-
out features, etc.) will not work in
this audio unit.
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On vehicles without navigation systemIf your vehicle's battery is
disconnected or goes dead, you may
need to set the clock.On LX modelTo set the hour, press the H button
while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/
RPT) button until the hour advances
to the desired time. Change the
minute by pressing the M button
while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/
RPT) button until the minute
advances to the desired time.
You can use the R button to quickly
set the time to the nearest hour.
Press the R button while pressing the
CLOCK button. If the displayed time
is before the half hour, pressing R
sets the clock back to the previous
hour. If the displayed time is after the
half hour, pressing R sets the clock
forward to the beginning of the next
hour.
For example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
On EX and SC modelsPress and hold the CLOCK button
until the numbers flash and you hear
a beep. 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.
TIME DISPLAY CLOCKBUTTON
H BUTTON R BUTTON M BUTTON
TIME DISPLAY
CLOCK BUTTON
H BUTTON R BUTTON
M BUTTON
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Setting the Clock
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You can quickly set the time to the
nearest hour. If the displayed time is
before the half hour, press the R
(RESET) button to set the clock back
to the previous hour. If the displayed
time is after the half hour, pressing R
sets the clock forward to the
beginning of the next hour.
For example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
When you are finished, press the
CLOCK button again.
On vehicles with navigation systemThe navigation system receives
signals from the global positioning
system (GPS), and the displayed
time is updated automatically by the
GPS. Refer to the navigation system
manual for how to adjust the time.
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On vehicles with navigation systemWhenever you shift to reverse (R)
with the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the rear view is shown
on the navigation system screen.
For the best picture, always keep the
rearview camera clean, and do not
cover the camera lens. To avoid
scratching the lens when you clean
it, use a moist, soft cloth.When in reverse, the touch screen
and navigation system
‘‘hard ’’
buttons are locked out, except the
‘‘ ZOOM ’’button. Touching the ‘‘
’’
or ‘‘
’’button allows you to adjust
the brightness of the rearview
camera image.
The camera brightness cannot be
adjusted by voice control.
Since the rearview camera display
area is limited, you should always
back up slowly and carefully, and
look behind you for obstacles.
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Modifying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsafe. Before you make any
modifications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the following
information.
Accessories
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have been
designed and approved for your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Although non-Honda accessories
may fit on your vehicle, they may not
meet factory specifications, and could
adversely affect your vehicle's
handling and stability.
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner's manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle's
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system. Before installing any accessory:
●Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.●Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits (see
page298)or interfere with the
proper operation of your vehicle.●Before installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the final installation.●Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
these areas may interfere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
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Accessories and Modifications
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Before Driving
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