towing HONDA PASSPORT 2021 Navigation Manual (in English)

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Displays P. 106
2Controls P. 121
Clock P. 122 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 124
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 152 Moonroof* P. 155
Adjusting the Seats P. 179 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 189
2 Features P. 217
Audio System P. 218
General Information on the Audio System P. 302
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 346
2 Driving P. 373
Before Driving P. 374 Towing a Trailer P. 380
Parking Your Vehicle P. 480Multi-View Rear Camera P. 491
2Maintenance P. 497
Before Performing Maintenance P. 498 Maintenance MinderTM P. 501
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 524
Remote Transmitter Care P. 539
Accessories and Modifications P. 547
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 549
Tools P. 550 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 551
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 567 Fuses P. 572
Refueling P. 579 If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 580
2Information P. 581
Specifications P. 582 Identification Numbers P. 584
Emissions Testing P. 587 Warranty Coverages P. 589
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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 75Safety Labels P. 76
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 139 Security System P. 149
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 156 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 177
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 189 Climate Control System P. 210
Audio System Basic Operation P. 224 Audio Error Messages P. 299
Customized Features P. 324 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 343
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 390 When Driving P. 392 Honda Sensing ® P. 431 Braking P. 476
Refueling P. 493 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 496
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 507 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 519
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 528 Battery P. 537
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 540 Cleaning P. 542
Engine Does Not Start P. 559 If the Battery Is Dead P. 562Overheating P. 565
Emergency Towing P. 577 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 578
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 585 Reporting Safety Defects P. 586
Authorized Manuals P. 592 Customer Service Information P. 593
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 121
FeaturesP. 217
DrivingP. 373
MaintenanceP. 497
Handling the UnexpectedP. 549
InformationP. 581
IndexP. 595
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Quick Reference Guide
27
Handling the Unexpected (P549)
Flat Tire (P551)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P567)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P559)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P572)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P565)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P577)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System
Indicator
●The indicated current gear selection
blinks if there is a problem with the
transmission system.●Avoid sudden start and acceleration, and
stop in a safe place immediately.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●All the gear positions may light for
several seconds, and go off.●When all the gear positions light,
immediately stop your vehicle in a safe
place.
●Indicators go off if there is no problem.
However, even if they go off, take your
vehicle to a dealer for inspection.
●The indicated current gear selection
or all the gear positions blink if
there is a problem with the
transmission system, and the
vehicle no longer moves.●Immediately stop in a safe place.
2Emergency Towing P. 577●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●The indicated current gear selection
or all the gear positions blink if you
cannot select
(P due to the
transmission system failure.
●The engine can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message
P. 571
●Set the parking brake when parking.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 374
Towing a Trailer ................................ 380
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 390
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 392
Automatic Transmission ................... 400
Shifting ............................................ 401
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 409
ECON Mode .................................... 415
Intelligent Traction Management...... 416
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ..............418
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 420
Blind spot information System*........ 421
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 424 Intelligent Variable To
rque Management (i-
VTM4
TM) AWD System*.................. 426
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 427
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 429
Honda Sensing ®................................ 431
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 434
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 446
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 459
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
System ....................................... 468
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 473
Radar Sensor.................................... 475 Braking
Brake System ................................... 476
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 478
Brake Assist System ......................... 479
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 480
Parking Sensor System
*................... 482
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 487
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 491
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 493
How to Refuel ................................. 494
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 496
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 948 lbs (430 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.1Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load.
2 Specifications P. 582
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 582
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of av ailable cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a tailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 380
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 948 lbs
(430 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
648 lbs
(294 kg)
Example2 Max Load 948 lbs
(430 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
198 lbs
(90 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously
affect vehicle handling and performance and
can damage the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back.
• Each occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg).
• Each occupant has 17.6 lb (8 kg) cargo in the cargo area.
Any additional weight, cargo or accessori es reduce the maximum trailer weight and
maximum tongue load.
■Towing Load Limits1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not av ailable, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and then
measure the tongue load with an appropriate scale or
tongue gauge or estima te it based on cargo
distribution.
Refer to the trailer owner’s manual for additional
information.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle’s first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 582
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of
occupantsAWD models with ATF coolerAWD models
without ATF cooler2WD models
25,000 lbs (2,268 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
34,750 lbs (2,155 kg)3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)
44,500 lbs (2,041 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
54,250 lbs (1,928 kg)2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
Continued
Driving
■Tongue load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded
trailer on the hitch should be approximately:
Boat trailers: 5 – 15% of the total trailer
weight
Other trailers: 10 – 15% of total trailer weight
Tongue Load
Number of occupantsAWD models with or without ATF cooler2WD models
2500 lbs (227 kg)350 lbs (159 kg)
3475 lbs (215 kg)325 lbs (147 kg)
4450 lbs (204 kg)300 lbs (136 kg)
5425 lbs (193 kg)275 lbs (125 kg)
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