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uuGauges and Displays uDriver Information Interface Ri ght Side Area (B-type-Meter)
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Instrument Panel
Indicates the status of the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed
Braking Control, blind spot information sy stem, and Parking Sensor System, such as
On, Off, or Failure, by color and letters.
The following colors indica te the status of any of the above-mentioned systems:
• Green: The system is on.
• Gray: The system is off.
• Amber: There is a probl em with the system.
■Safety Support1Safety Support
If a system is indicated by the color amber, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
To turn each system on or off, first press the right
selector wheel to switch displays. From the next
display, you can select which system to turn on or off. 2 Road Departure Mitigation System P. 634
2 Blind Spot Information System
* P. 563
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) P. 572
2 Low Speed Braking Control* P. 584
2 Parking Sensor System* P. 663
You can also confirm the st ate of each function by
the color of the safe ty support indicator.
2 Safety Support Indicator (Amber) P. 117
2 Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray)
P. 120
Even when the Low Speed Braking Control icon is
green, if the Rear Sensor Setting is turned off, the
brake assist will not operate when reversing.
2 Customized Features P. 429
Even when the Parking Sensor System icon is green,
if the Rear Sensor Setting is turned off, the rear
parking sensor will not operate when reversing.
2 Customized Features P. 429
* Not available on all models
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uuGauges and Displays uHead-Up Display*
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Instrument Panel
Head-Up Display*
Shows the current mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow, LKAS, and Traffic Jam
Assist; compass or turn-by-turn directions ; and vehicle speed. You can choose which
item to be displayed using the driver in formation interface. They are displayed when
the power mode is in ON. The display also shows the following
messages.
•Lane Departure Warning: When your
vehicle is too close to the traffic lane lines,
the lane departure warning appears.
2 Road Departure Mitigation System
P. 634
2 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
P. 612
2 Traffic Jam Assist P. 625
•Head-up Warning Lights:
Flash when the BRAKE message appears
on the driver information interface.
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) P. 572
2 Low Speed Braking Control* P. 584
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow P. 590
Lane Departure Warning
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
This system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the
engine.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and
audio systems, emit strong magnetic fiel ds. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood, or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter, or keyless access system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the
vehicle on the first time after the battery has been
disconnected.
Canadian models
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button
If you carry the keyless remote and press
ENGINE START/STOP button without
depressing the brake pedal, the power mode
will change in this order: VEHICLE
OFF ACCESSORY ON 
VEHICLE OFF.
VEHICLE OFF:
Vehicle power is turned OFF.
ACCESSORY:
The audio system and some accessories can be
used.
ON:
All accessories can be used.
■Changing the Power Mode1 ENGINE START/STOP Button
If the keyless remote is set in a storage box or another
place where its signal can be interrupted, the power
mode may not change.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLights
Controls
Lights
The lights will turn on automatically
depending on the ambient brightness. They
can also be switched on and off manually.
The exterior lights will switch on automatically
when the light switch is set to AUTO while
the power mode is in ON.
■Manual operation
Headlights/parking lights:
Turn the light switch to .
Parking lights:
Turn the light switch to .
Headlight/parking lights off:
Turn the light switch to OFF and release it while the transmission is in
(P or the
parking brake is applied. u The lights will come back on automatically when:
• The light switch is turned to OFF again and released.
• The transmission is changed out of
(P or the parking brake is released.
■Headlights/Parking Lights1Lights
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the
instrument pane l will be on.
2 Lights On Indicator P. 108
1Headlights/Parking Lights
When the parking lights are on, the side marker, tail,
and rear license plate li ghts will also switch on.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
When the light switch is turned to or and
the power is turned to OFF, a beeper sounds when
the driver’s door is opened.
When the light switch is turned to AUTO and the
ambient light levels are low, the headlights and
parking lights will switch on if you unlock a door.
They will switch off when the door is locked.
If you suspect that the he adlights are not positioned
properly, have the vehicl e inspected by a dealer.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System*
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Controls
1. Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the
driver’s seat and door mirror to the desired
position.
2. Press the SET button.
u The SET button indicator lights will come
on.
3. Press the memory button
(1 or (2 within
five seconds of pressing the SET button.
u Once the seat and the outside mirrors
position has been memorized, you will
hear the double beep.
1. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button (
(1 or (2).
The seat and the door mirrors will
automatically move to the memorized
position.
■Storing a Position in Memory1 Driving Position Memory System*
The system may not recognize a key if:•The key is in close proximity to a cell phone or other
wireless device.
•Both keys are in the vehicle at the same time.•The Driving Position Memory System is disabled in
customized features.
•Opening driver’s door wi thout fully grabbing door
handle.
Memory Button 1
Memory Button 2
SET Button
■Recalling the Stored Position
1Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when:
•You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.
•You readjust the seat position and door mirror
before the double-beep.
•You set the power mode to any position except
ON.
1Recalling the Stored Position
The seat and the door mirrors will stop moving if you:
•Press the SET button or memory button (1 or (2.
•Adjust the seat position or door mirrors.•Put the transmission into a position other than (P.
Memory
Buttons
* Not available on all models
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uuSeats uThird Row Seats
250
Controls
Separately fold down the left and right halv es of the third row seats to make room
for cargo.
■To fold down the seat 1.Store the center seat belt first. Insert the
latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.
2. Retract the seat belt into the holder on the
ceiling.
2 Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 54
3.Insert the seat belt into the belt holder
located next to the seat.
4. Pull the strap on the seat-back fully.
u The head restraint tilts downward.
5. Push the seat-back forward while pulling
the strap.
■To return the seat to the original position
1. Pull the seat-back up with the strap pulled.
2. Push the head restraint up to its original position.
■Folding Down the Third Row Seats1Folding Down the Third Row Seats
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items
extending to the third row seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the second row seats.
The second row seat(s) must be far enough forward
so they do not interfere with the third row seats as
they fold down.
Belt Holder
strap
1To return the seat to the original position
Make sure the seat-back and head restraints are
securely latched back in to place before driving.
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uuInterior Convenience Items uStorage Items
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Controls
There is a coat hook on the rear grab handle
on both sides.
The tie-down anchors on the cargo area floor
can be used to install a net for securing items.
■Coat Hooks1Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not desi gned for large or heavy
items.
■Tie-down Anchors1 Tie-down Anchors
Do not let anyone access items in the cargo area
while driving. Loose items can cause injury if you have
to brake hard.
Anchors
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving....................................... 502
Towing a Trailer .................................... 508
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ......... 519
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 524
Precautions While Driving................. 531
Automatic Transmission ................... 532
Shifting ............................................ 533
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 542
Drive Mode System .......................... 548
Hill Descent Control System ............. 553
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ..............555
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 557 Intelligent Variable To
rque Management (i-
VTM4
TM) AWD System*.................. 558
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 559
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 561
Blind Spot Information System
*....... 563Honda Sensing ®.................................... 567Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) ....572Low Speed Braking Control*............ 584Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow.. 590Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 612
Traffic Jam Assist ............................. 625
Road Departure Mitigation System .. 634
Traffic Sign Recognition System.... 642
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 648
Radar Sensor ................................... 650
Sonar Sensors*............................. 651BrakingBrake System ................................... 652
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 659
Brake Assist System ......................... 660
Parking Your VehicleWhen Stopped ................................ 661
Parking Sensor System*................... 663
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 668Multi-View Rear Camera*..................... 672
Surround View Camera System*.......... 674Refueling ........................................... 686
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 689
* 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. 505
•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 driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 192
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Seats P. 239
2 Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Seat Head Restraint Positions
P. 253
• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 235
2 Mirrors P. 236
■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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