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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features
DescriptionSelectable Settings
Vehicle
Lighting
Setup
Interior Light
Dimming TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.60 sec/ 30 sec*1/15
sec
Headlight Auto Off
TimerChanges the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door.60 sec/ 30 sec/ 15
sec*1/ 0 sec
Auto Interior
Illumination
SensitivityChanges the sensitivity of the brightness of the
instrument panel when the headlight switch is in
the AUTO position.Min/Low/Mid*1/
High /Max
Auto Headlight On
with Wiper OnChanges the settings for th e wiper operation when
the headlights automati cally come on while the
headlight switch is in the AUTO position.
ON*1/OFF
Auto Light
Sensitivity*Changes the timing for the headlights to come on.Max /High /Mid*1/
Low /Min
Wireless
Charger*Turns the wireless charger feature on and off.ON*1/OFF
Maintenance
InformationOil LifeResets the engine oil life display when you have
performed the maintenance service.—
* Not available on all models
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 378
Towing a Trailer ................................ 384
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 394
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 396
Automatic Transmission ................... 404
Shifting ............................................ 405
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 413
ECON Mode .................................... 418
Intelligent Traction Management...... 419
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 421
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 423
Blind spot information System*........ 424 Intelligent Variable To
rque Management (i-
VTM4
TM) AWD System*.................. 427
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 428
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 430
Honda Sensing ®................................ 432
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 447
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 460
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
System ....................................... 469
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 474
Radar Sensor.................................... 476 Braking
Brake System ................................... 477
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 479
Brake Assist System ......................... 480
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 481
Parking Sensor System
*................... 483
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 488
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 492
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 494
How to Refuel ................................. 495
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 497
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 530
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also, check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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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 weighs 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 available, 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. 586
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
Driving
The trailer hitch harness is used to install the
controller for the electric trailer brakes.
Insert the trailer brake fuse into the engine
compartment sub fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box Type B
P. 576
Electric Brake
(Brown)
+B (20A)
(Blue)
Ground
(Black)
Brake Lights
(Sky Blue)
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uuTowing a Trailer uTrailer Stability Assist
Driving
Trailer Stability Assist
Helps to stabilize the vehicle and tra iler when the trailer severely sways.
■How trailer stability assist works
When the vehicle and trailer become unstable while driving, trailer stability assist
determines the cause. If the trailer oscilla tion is detected as the cause, and the
swaying increases, the system applies the br akes or controls engine output to reduce
vehicle speed.
Both the vehicle and trailer brake lights co me on automatically if you brake to
reduce vehicle speed.
1 Trailer Stability Assist
Trailer stability assist is not a function that prevents
the vehicle and trailer from swaying. Avoid high
speeds, abrupt steering, improper trailer load, and
sudden braking to keep the trailer from swaying.
When swayed too severely, the system becomes
ineffective, and you may lose control of your vehicle,
causing the trailer to roll over or get damaged. 2 Driving Safely with a Trailer P. 392
Trailer towing sway is caused by:
•Crosswinds
•Improper towbar down load
•Excessive Speed
The VSA ® system indicator blinks during the trailer
stability assist operation. 2 VSA ® Operation P. 421
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the white (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
• Change the gear position to
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
When retrieving a boat from the water, we recommend using the sequential shift
mode
(S to utilize the transmissions lower gears.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 580
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
■Retrieving a Boat
1Driving in Hilly Terrain
If the automatic transmission fluid temperature
exceeds the specified limit, the transmission will also
automatically up shift, even in the sequential shift
mode.
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at al titudes above 8,000 feet
(2,400 meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the keyless remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
P. 563
The engine may not start if the keyless remote is
subjected to strong radio waves.
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Depress the brake pedal and change the shift position to
(P.
u Do not release the brake pedal until you have confirmed that
(P is shown on
the gear position indicator.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
■Stopping the Engine1Starting the Engine
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds
before starting the engine again.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 153
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Driving
You can remotely start the engi ne on using the keyless remote.
■To start the engine
When started remotely, the engine automati cally shuts off after 10 minutes of idling
and/or the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP button have not been pressed
simultaneously.
■Remote Engine Start*1 Remote Engine Start*
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide ga s is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.
Press the button, then press and
hold the button.
Some exterior lights flash once.Go within the range,
and try again.
LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Some exterior lights flash
six times if the engine
starts successfully. Exterior lights will not
flash if the engine does
not start.
* Not available on all models
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