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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?This can occur when the ABS activates and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
2Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (P659)
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?Check if the childproof lock is in the
lock position. If so, open the rear
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, slide the
lever up to the unlock position.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?The beeper sounds when:
●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
●The exterior lights are left on.
●Auto Idle Stop is in operation.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
Driving
Towing generally requires a vari ety of supplemental equipment.
To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Honda equipment
whenever possible.
Your vehicle has a class 3 trailer hitch as
standard equipment.
2Trailer brakes P. 512
■Towing Equipment and Accessories1Towing Equipment and Accessories
Make sure that all equipmen t is properly installed and
maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province/
territory, and lo cal regulations.
Consult your trai ler maker for prope r installation and
setup of the equipment.
Improper installation and setup can affect the
handling, stability, and br aking performance of your
vehicle.
Consult your traile r sales or rental agency if any other
items are recommended or required for your towing
situation.
The lighting and wiring of tra ilers can vary by type
and brand. If a connector is required, it should only
be installed by a qua lified technician.
Trailer packages and products availa ble at a dealer.
•Ball mount kit.•Hitch harness kit
•Trailer hitch kit
2Trailer brakes P. 512
Models with trailer hitch
Trailer hitch
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
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Driving
■Trailer brakes
Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more:
There are two common types of trailer brake s: surge and electric. Surge brakes are
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will get wet.
If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not
attempt to attach trailer brakes to your ve hicle’s hydraulic system, as it will lower
braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard.
The 4-pin gray connector installed in your vehicle has all of the circuits required to
install most electric trailer brake controllers.
Have a qualified mechanic install your trailer
brake controller following the trailer brake
controller manufacturer’s instructions. Failure
to properly install the trailer brake controller
may increase the distance it takes for you to
stop your vehicle when towing a trailer.
The trailer hitch harness is used to install the
controller for the electric trailer brakes.
Insert the trailer brake fuse into the engine
compartment fuse box.
2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 778
1Trailer brakes
The 4-pin gray connector is located under the
dashboard near the driver’s side interior fuse box.
Electric Brake
(Pink)
Ground (Black) +B (Green) (20A)
Stop (Violet)
Trailer brake controller
connector’s terminals:
Electric Brake
(Brown)
+B (20A)
(Blue)
Ground
(Black)
Brake Lights
(Sky Blue)
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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 508
•Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the tr ailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Turn off the Auto Idle Stop syst em using the Auto Idle Stop OFF button. The
trailer weight can affect your vehicle's br ake effectiveness if Auto Idle Stop is
activated on a hill while towing a trailer.
• Select TOW mode for optimized transmissio n operation when towing a trailer.
2Drive Mode System P. 548
•Turn off the rear parking sensor system.
2 Parking sensor system on and off P. 664
•Turn off the Low Speed Braking Control syst em. It may activate if it detects the
towed object as an obstacle.
2 System On and Off P. 587
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer must not
exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
Remember to unhitch the tra iler before changing a
flat tire. Ask the trailer sales or rental agency where
and how to store the trailer’s spare tire.
Models with Parking Sensor System
Models with Low Speed Braking Control
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uuOff-Highway Driving Guidelines uOff-Highway Driving
Driving
Off-highway driving requires special skills, knowledge and experience, as the safety
risks are greatly increased when the yo ur vehicle is operated at its upper
performance abilities. As a responsible driver, you should not drive above your skill
limits or training, even if your vehicle’ s performance levels would otherwise allow
you to do so. If you intend to engage in off-highway drivi ng, Honda strongly
recommends that:
• You first obtain appropriate, professional training
• Turn off any devices or systems that may distract you from the driving task
Off-highway driving in genera l, results in greater wear and tear on the vehicle. If
your vehicle is not in top c ondition or if certain compon ents, such as the brakes or
tires, have undue wear, those components could experience a loss of performance,
or fail, when engaging in off-highway driv ing. Therefore, Honda highly recommends
that you undertake more proactive and frequent maintenance than that required
under normal use and have your vehicle insp ected at an authorized dealer (and all
necessary repairs or adjustments made) before you engage in any off-highway
driving. In addition to any required ma intenance, there are specific items and
protocols that you should pay special atte ntion to before, during and after engaging
in any off-highway driving. Ultimately, the decision whether to engage in off-
highway driving is yours, and depending on your vehicle’s condition and prior usage,
the items and protocols listed below may or may not be sufficient to ensure a safe
driving experience.
BEFORE DRIVING
•Before off-highway driving, fill the engine oil up to the upper level.
• Recommend starting with full fuel tank and not allowing fuel to drop below ¼
tank while driving off-highway.
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uuOff-Highway Driv ing GuidelinesuOff-Highway Driving
Driving
INSPECT YOUR VEHICLE
• Driving off-highway can be hard on a vehi cle. Before you leave the pavement, be
sure all scheduled maintenance and service has been carried out, and that you
have inspected your vehicle and each of its relevant components to make sure
that it still is in a safe operating condition (example: wheel lug bolt torque, skid
plate
* and/or under body component damage, tire pressure, etc.). We
recommend repeating the BEFORE DRIVIN G protocol, and if any item shows
excessive wear or appears to be in an unusual condition, have it replaced, or
exercise appropriate caution when driv ing and see your authorized dealer.
For more information, please contact your authorized dealer, and/or Honda
Customer Service.
2 Customer Service Information P. 801
AFTER DRIVING
•After off-highway driving, it is critical to allow your vehicle to properly cool down.
• Check underneath your vehicle and each of its relevant components, including
the skid plates
*, to make sure that it still is in a safe operating condition (example:
wheel lug bolt torque, tire pressure, skid plate* damage, dirt and debris
accumulation on skids, and suspension components, etc.). We recommend
repeating the BEFORE DRIVING protocol, a nd if any item shows excessive wear or
appears to be in an unusual condition, ha ve it replaced, or exercise appropriate
caution when driving and se e your authorized dealer
• If operated in dirty conditions, clean brakes of abrasion materials to prevent
excessive wear or/and unpredictable braking.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
■(P (parking) button
Park your vehicle in a safe place with the
power mode in ON, then apply the brakes and
press the
(P button to put the transmission in
Park.
The indicators on the sides of the
(P button
come on.
1 Shifting
When shifting gears in extremely low temperatures
(−22°F/−30°C), there may be a short delay before the
shift is indicated in the di splay. Always confirm you
are in the correct gear before driving.
( P Button
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Driving
■To turn the system on
When the vehicle speed is less than about
12 mph (20 km/h), press the button to
turn the system on. u The system goes into standby mode, and
the Hill Descent Control System indicator
(white) comes on.
When all the working conditions are met, the
system activates, and the vehicle begins to
maintain the vehicle speed when driving
downhill. u The Hill Descent Control System indicator
(green) comes on when operating.
■To adjust the set speed
Depress the accelerator pedal or brake pedal
to adjust the vehicle speed within the
operating range. The vehicle speed at which
you release the accelerator pedal or brake
pedal will be the set speed.
■To turn the system off
Press the button to turn the system off.
■How to Operate Hill Descent Control1 How to Operate Hill Descent Control
Using the system repeated ly for a long time may
cause the brakes to heat up and make the system go
into standby mode temporarily.
Hill Descent Control is turned off every time you turn
the engine off, even if it was turned on the last time
you drove the vehicle.
The pedals may vibrate or you may hear the system
working when in operation.
Hill Descent Control
System Indicator
(Hill Descent Control) Button
1To turn the system off
When the vehicle speed is 37 mph (60 km/h) or more,
the system turns off automatically.
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA ® helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine ou tput and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA ® activates, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the accelerator.
You may also notice some noise from the
hydraulic brake system. You will also see the
indicator blink.
■VSA ® Operation
1 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA® ), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
The VSA ® may not function properl y if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there ma y be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehi cle checked by a dealer
immediately.
VSA ® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and always leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow, brake
system (amber), and safety support indicators may
come on in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
VSA ® System
Indicator
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uuWhen Driving uAgile Handling Assist
Driving
Agile Handling Assist
Lightly brakes each of the front and rear wheels, as needed, when you turn the
steering wheel, and helps support the vehicle’s stability and performance during
cornering.1 Agile Handling Assist
The agile handling assist ca nnot enhance stability in
all driving situations. You still need to drive and
corner at speeds appropriate for the conditions and
always leave a sufficient margin of safety.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, the agil e handling assist does not
activate.
You may hear a sound coming from the engine
compartment while the agile handling assist is
activated. This is normal.
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