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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake
distribution system is not wo rking. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 666
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On
■If the brake system indicator (red ) comes on or blinks at the
same time when the brake syst em indicator (amber) comes on,
release the parking brake manually or automatically
2 Parking Brake P. 561
•If the brake system indicator (red) continuously comes on or blinks at
the same time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes on,
stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd have it inspected by a dealer
immediately.
u Preventing the vehicle from moving, put the transmission into
(P.
•If only the brake system indicator (r ed) is turned off, avoid using the
parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same
Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
If you apply the parking br ake, you may not be able
to release it.
If the brake system indicator (red) and the brake
system indicator (amber) come on at the same time,
the parking brake is working.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking brake may not work because it is
checking the system.
If you repeatedly operate the electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately one
minute.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
U.S.
Canada
(Amber)
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 476
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the engine.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 676
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flatbed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will da mage the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 684
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and Transmission
Number ......................................... 686
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 687
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 688
Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 689
Warranty Coverages ........................ 691
Authorized Manuals ......................... 694
Customer Service Information ......... 695
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identifi cation number (VIN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number, and transmission number are
shown as follows:
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and
Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Vehicle Identification
Number
Certification Label/
Vehicle Identification
Number
Engine Number
Transmission Number
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Information
Customer Service Information
Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals who should be able to deal
with any problems you may encounter with your vehicle. If, however, you are faced
with a problem that they cannot resolve to your satisfaction, contact Honda
Customer Services.
U.S. Owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop CHI-5
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: 1 (800) 999-1009 Canadian Owners
Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: [email protected]
In Puerto Rico a nd the U.S. Virgin
Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: 1 (787) 620-7546 In Guam:
Triple J Autogroup
157 S. Marine Corps Drive
Tamuning, GU 96913
(671) 648-2277
In Saipan, Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands:
Joeten Motor Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 500680
Saipan, MP 96950
(670) 234-55621
Customer Service Information
When you call or write, please give us the following
information:
•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Engine Number, and Transmission
Number P. 686
•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle
•Your name, address, and telephone number
•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Index
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) ................................................... 193
Automatic Transmission .......................... 483
Creeping......................................... 481, 483
Fluid ....................................................... 607
Kickdown ............................................... 483
Shift Operation ....................................... 486
Shifting ................................................... 484
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 261
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 133
B
Battery...................................................... 630
Charging System Indicator ................ 92, 664
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 659
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 630
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 632, 633
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 40
Beverage Holders ..................................... 234
Blank ......................................................... 139
Blind spot information System ................ 506
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 320
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 435
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System ..................................................... 365
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats... 386
Auxiliary Console Panels.......................... 367
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages... 411
Front Control Panel Operation ................ 378
HDMI
TM Port............................................ 368 How Much Farther?
TM.............................. 385
Media Servers .......................................... 385
Operating the System .............................. 369
Overhead Screen ..................................... 368
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 409
Playable Disc Types .................................. 409
Playable Discs .......................................... 387
Playing a Disc in the Rear ......................... 383
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 372
Playing a Video Using the HDMITM........... 384
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in the
Rear....................................................... 383
Playing Apps ............................................ 381
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu .................... 373
Rear System Setup ................................... 379
Recommended Discs ................................ 410
Selecting the Audio Source using Front
Control Panel......................................... 378
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu .......... 380
System Controls .............................. 372, 382
System Settings ....................................... 376
Video Accessibility ................................... 370
Wireless Headphones .............................. 366
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 84
Brake System ............................................. 561
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 567
Brake Assist System ................................. 568
Fluid ........................................................ 608
Foot Brake ............................................... 564
Indicator (Amber) ........................ 89, 90, 666
Indicator (Red) ........................... 88, 665, 666 Parking Brake .......................................... 561
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 205
Built-in Key ............................................... 147
Bulb Replacement .................................... 610
Back-Up Lights/Taillights .......................... 615
Brake, Rear Turn Signal Lights, and Rear Side Marker/Taillights .................................... 613
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 612
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 611
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 616
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 610
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 616
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 612
Bulb Specifications ................................... 684
C
CabinTalk®.............................................. 461
CabinWatch ®........................................... 460
Car Wash Mode ........................................ 488
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 85
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 237
Carrying Cargo ................................. 465, 467
Center Pocket ........................................... 233
Certification Label .................................... 686
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 610
Charging System Indicator ................. 92, 664
Child Safety ................................................. 67
Childproof Door Locks............................. 159
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Index
Child Seat.................................................... 67
Booster Seats ............................................. 84
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 69
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 70
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 77
Larger Children .......................................... 83
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 69
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 71
Using a Tether ........................................... 79
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 159
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 639
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 636
Climate Control System ............................ 250
Changing the Mode ................................ 250
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 252
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 635
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 252
Sensors .................................................... 256
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 250
Clock .......................................................... 144
Coat Hooks ................................................ 236
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 647, 685
Console Box ............................................... 232
Console Compartment with Lid ............... 233
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 605
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 606
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 605
Overheating............................................. 661 Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Creeping (Automatic
Transmission) .................................. 481, 483
Cup Holders .............................................. 234
Customer Service Information ................. 695
Customized Features ................................ 413
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 196
Dead Battery ............................................. 659
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 431
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 252
Detachable Anchor .................................... 45
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 687
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 192
Rearview Mirror....................................... 209
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 601
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 191
Door Mirrors ............................................. 210
Doors ......................................................... 146
Auto Door Locking .................................. 160
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 160
Door and Tailgate Open Message .............. 39
Keys ........................................................ 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 149 Lockout Prevention System ..................... 155
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 624
Driver Information Interface ................... 128
Accessing Content .................................. 130
Warning and Information Messages ........ 108
Driving ...................................................... 463
Automatic Transmission .......................... 483
Braking ................................................... 561
Shifting Gear .......................................... 484
Starting the Engine ................................. 476
Driving Position Memory System ............ 206
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 635
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 13
Econ Mode Indicator ................................................... 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 96, 667
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 499
Emergency ................................................ 676
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 658
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 689
Engine ....................................................... 686
Coolant .................................................. 605
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 659
Oil .......................................................... 600
Starting................................................... 476
Engine Coolant ........................................ 605
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 606
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