trailer HONDA PASSPORT 2023 Owners Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.honda.com
(U.S.) or honda.ca (Canada). If you are the first registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Honda dealer.
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 manu al (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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 39 Airbags P. 49
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Displays P. 109
2Controls P. 125
Clock P. 126 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 128
Opening and Closing the Windows P. 156 Moonroof* P. 159
Adjusting the Seats P. 183
2 Features P. 223
Audio System P. 224
General Information on the Audio System P. 307
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 351
2 Driving P. 377
Before Driving P. 378 Towing a Trailer P. 384
Parking Your Vehicle P. 481Multi-View Rear Camera P. 492
2Maintenance P. 499
Before Performing Maintenance P. 500 Maintenance MinderTM P. 503
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 526
Remote Transmitter Care P. 541
Accessories and Modifications P. 549
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 551
Tools P. 552 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 553
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 570 Fuses P. 575
Refueling P. 582 If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 583
2Information P. 585
Specifications P. 586 Identification Numbers P. 588
Emissions Testing P. 591 Warranty Coverages P. 593
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
•Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
• Comes on if a problem with any of
the following is detected:
- Supplemental Restraint System
- Side airbag system
- Side curtain airbag system
- Seat belt tensioner• Stays on constantly or does not come
on at all - Have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
Vehicle Stability
AssistTM (VSA ®)
System Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
●Blinks when VSA ® or trailer stability
assist is active.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the VSA ®, hill start assist,
trailer stability assist or brake
lighting system.
●Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
2 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®),
aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System P. 421
2 Trailer Stability Assist P. 391
2 Hill start assist system P. 402
●When Trailer Stability Assist Problem
is displayed on the Driver Information
Interface, the VSA ® does not activate.
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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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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 381
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 139
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 183
2 Adjusting the Front and Rear Oute r Seat Head Restraint Positions P. 190
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 180
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 181
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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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. 586
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 586
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 (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1Maximum 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. 384
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 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
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■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)
4405 lbs (183 kg)300 lbs (136 kg)
5234 lbs (106 kg)275 lbs (125 kg)
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
386
Driving
■How to weigh the trailer lo ads using the public scale
Check each weight in the order indicated as shown.
Refer to the table on the right for each we ight’s limit except for the tongue load.
2Tongue load P. 385
•If you cannot weigh the rear axle, subtract 1 from 2.
• The maximum gross combined weight (4) decreases by 2% for every 1,000 feet
(305 meters) of elevation.
• To calculate the tongue load, subtract 5 from 6.
• Refer to the trailer owner’s manu al for additional information.
1How to weigh the trailer loads using the public scale
Fully load the vehicle and trailer. An attendant who
watches the scale is needed as all occupants should
stay in the vehicle.
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. Weight limit for 2WD models AWD models
Front gross axle2,734 lbs
(1,240 kg)2,855 lbs
(1,295 kg)
Gross vehicle 5,291 lbs
(2,400 kg) 5,401 lbs
(2,450 kg)
Rear gross axle2,965 lbs
(1,345 kg)3,141 lbs
(1,425 kg)
Gross combined 8,025 lbs
(3,640 kg) 9,755 lbs
(4,425 kg)
1. Front gross axle weight.
2. Gross vehicle weight.4. Gross combined weight.
3. Rear gross axle weight. 5. Hitched trailer weight.
6. Unhitched trailer weight.
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