Honda 2012 Insight - Owner's Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

2012 InsightOwner’s Manual(Unlinked)This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to ch

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.To use the horn, press the center pad of the stee

▲▼▲▼▲▼You can customize some of thevehicle control settings to yourpreference. Here are the settingsyou can customize:METER SETUPWhen you want to chan

▼▲▲▼Multi-Information DisplayInstruments and Controls95NORMAL DISPLAYU.S.METER SETUPSeepage96LIGHTING SETUPSeepage104: Press the SEL/RESET button.: Pr

▲▼▲▼▼▲LANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAYHere are the four custom settingsforthemetersetup:TRIP A RESET with REFUELEach time you press the I

▲▼▲▼Language SelectionThere are three language selectionsyou can make: English, French, andSpanish. To choose the language youwant, follow these instr

▲▼▲▼Adjust Outside Temp. DisplayIf you sometimes find that thetemperature reading is a fewdegrees above or below the actualtemperature, you can adjust

▲▼▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button to seethe selections.Select ON or OFF by pressing theINFO ( / ) button, then enteryour selection by pressing the SEL/RE

▲▼▲▼−−−Elapsed Time ResetYou can choose this item tocustomize from ‘‘METER SETUP’’by pressing the INFO ( / ) buttonrepeatedly.Press the SEL/RESET butt

▲▼When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back tothe customizable item screen.If the ‘‘SETTING

▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button to seethe selections.Select AUTO, KM, or MILES bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then enter your selection by pressingthe

▲▼▲▼You can turn the ambient meterfeature on or off (see page ).You can choose this item tocustomize from ‘‘METER SETUP’’by pressing the INFO ( / ) bu

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

▲▼▲▼▼▲There is one custom setting for thelighting setup:Each time you press the INFO ( /) button, the screen changes asshown in the illustration. Pres

▲▼▲▼Interior Light Dimming TimePress the SEL/RESET button to seethe selections.When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes assho

−−−−−▲▼▲▼The headlights automatically comeon when the headlight switch is inthe AUTO position and the ambientlight reaches a changeable level. Youcan

When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back tothe customizable item screen.If the ‘‘SETTING IN

▲▼▲▼▲▼AUTO DOOR LOCKHere are the five custom settings forthe door setup:While ‘‘DOOR SETUP’’ is shown,press the SEL/RESET button toenter the customize

−▲▼▲▼−−Auto Door LockThere are three settings you canchoose from:SHIFT FROM PThe doors lock whenever you movethe shift lever out of Park.Select the de

−−When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back tothe customizable item screen.If the ‘‘SETTING

−−▲▼▲▼−DRIVER DOOR WITH IGN OFFThe driver’s door unlocks when youturn the ignition switch to the LOCK(0) position.ALL DOORS WITH IGN OFF Allthe doors

▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button toenter your selection.When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes bac

▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button toenter the selecting mode.Select the desired setting bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then enter your selection by press

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

▲▼▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button toenter the selecting mode.Select ON or OFF by pressing theINFO ( / ) button, then enteryour selection by pressing the

▲▼Security Relock TimerYou can change this relock timefrom 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds.When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display ch

▲▼If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’message appears, go back to‘‘SECURITY RELOCK TIMER’’ andrepeat the procedure again.When your selection is successfullyc

▲▼ ▲▼If you want to set the default settings,press the INFO ( / ) button toselect DEFAULT ALL, then pressthe SEL/RESET button.If you want to cancel DE

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation syst

−−−−−−−−−Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.The wipers are not activated.The

＊＊Rotate the switchcounterclockwise also to spray thewindow washer and turn the wiperon.Hold past ON to activate the rearwindow wiper a few times and

−− −Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever andhold it. The l

−The automatic lighting feature iscontrolledbyasensorlocatedontopof the dashboard. Do not cover thissensor or spill liquids on it.The automatic lighti

With the headlight switch off or inthe position, the high beamheadlights and the high beamindicator come on with reducedbrightness when you turn theig

Engaging in mobile phoneconversation or other activities thatkeep you from paying close attentionto the road, other vehicles andpedestrians could lead

To reduce glare at night, theinstrument panel illumination dimswhen you turn the light switch to theor position. Turning theknob to the right until yo

If you do not insert the key in theignition switch after opening thedriver’s door, the illumination turnsoff about 30 seconds after you closethe door.

The defogger will shut itself offwithin about 10 to 30 minutesaccording to the outside temperature(over 32°F, 0°C).Make sure all rear windows are clea

Press the ECON button to activatethe ECON mode. ECON ON will bedisplayed on the multi-informationdisplay and the ECON modeindicator will illuminate in

Move the steering wheel so itpoints toward your chest, nottoward your face. Make sure youcan see the instrument panelgauges and indicators.Make any st

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.Pr

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. E

−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You canoperate the audio system and theaccessory power socke

−− Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchreturns to the ON (II) position whenyou let go of the key.You will hear a reminder beeper ifyo

When the door is unlocked, you canseetheredindicatoronthelocktababove the inner door handle.You can customize the door lock/unlock settings (see page

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.The following pages explain how youcanta

The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever ne

−−The ceiling light and the dooractivated spotlights come on whenyou press the UNLOCK button if thelights are in the door activatedposition. If you do

−Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperatures.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a

＋Be careful when removingthis screw as the head of the screwcan strip out.Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head scr

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

The hatch will lock or unlock whenyou lock/unlock the driver’s doorwith the key, the remote transmitter,the master door lock switch, or thelocktabonth

If the power door lock system cannotunlock the hatch, unlock it manually.If you need to unlock the hatchmanually, it means there is aproblem with the

−The height of your driver’s seat isadjustable. To raise the seat,repeatedly pull up the lever on theoutside of the seat cushion. To lowerthe seat, pu

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.16Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in a

To remove a head restraint forcleaning or repair, pull it up as far asit will go. Push the release button,then pull the restraint out of the seat-back

−−−−Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (

After a collision, the activatedrestraint should return to its normalposition.If the restraints do not return to theirnormal position, or in the event

Fold the seat-back forward.Unlock the seat-back by pulling upthe release lever on the outer sideof each rear seat-back.The rear seat-backs can be fold

The lid of the console compartmentcanbeusedasanarmrest.Make sure all items in the cargo areaare secured. Loose items can flyforward and cause injury i

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside mirror has day a

The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the rear window

−Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower anywindow. To open a window, push theswitchdownandholdit.Releasetheswitch when you

−Auto reverse stops sensing when thewindow is almost closed. You shouldalways check that all passengers andobjects are away from the windowbefore clos

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Interior Convenience Items152COAT HOOKFRONT DOORPOCKETUSB ADAPTERCABLECENTER CONSOLECOMPARTMENTFLOOR STORAGECOMPARTMENTCARGO AREA: If equipped

You can use the cargo area cover toconceal your parcels and protectthem from direct sunlight.To extend the cargo area cover, pullout the cover from th

Your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger du

The cargo area cover housing unitcan be removed to give you morecargo space.Release each side of the housing unitby pushing one end of the unittoward

Store the cover in its holders asshown in the illustration above.Reinstall the cargo floor lid.To open the cargo floor, fold thecargo floor forward.To

Spilled liquids can damage theupholstery, carpeting, and electricalcomponents in the interior.Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spi

Your vehicle has an accessory powersocket in the front console panel.To use an accessory power socket,the ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I)

There is a tray in the front of thecenter console. You can also take thepartition out to extend the tray.When you use the front beverageholders, you n

To open the center pocket, push onthe knob. To close it, push the lid upuntil it latches.To open the center pocket, press therelease button. The lid w

Tousethevanitymirroronthebackof the sun visor, pull up the cover.To use the sun visor, pull it down.You can also use the sun visor at theside window.

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch: ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:After all

Your vehicle has a cargo area lightontheleftsidepanelofthecargoarea. It comes on when you open thehatch.Cargo Area LightInterior Lights162PushCARGO AR

...Climate Control System . 164...Audio System . 170...Playing the AM/FM Radio . 171...

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.To dotheir job, airbags must inflate wi

Climate Control System164TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIALAIR CONDITIONING BUTTONRECIRCULATION BUTTONFRESH AIR BUTTONWINDSHIELDDEFROST BUTTONREAR WINDOW DEFOGG

CONTINUEDOn models with navigation systemThe automatic climate controlsystem in your vehicle maintains theinterior temperature you select. Thesystem a

▲▼When you set the temperature to itslower limit ( ) or its upper limit( ), the system runs at fullcooling or heating only. It does notregulate the in

CONTINUEDThis button turns the airconditioningonandoff.YouwillseeA/C ON or A/C OFF in the display.When you turn the A/C off, thesystem cannot regulate

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows, set as follows:Use the mode control button toselect the vents the air flows from.Some air will flow from

To regulate the interior temperatureand humidity, the climate controlsystem has two sensors. A sunlightsensor is located in the top of thedashboard an

An audio system is standard on allmodels. Read the appropriate pages(as shown below) to use yourvehicle’s audio system.For LX and EX models withoutnav

Playing the AM/FM Radio (Insight model)Features171AMBUTTONFMBUTTONPRESET BUTTONSPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBSEEK/SKIP BARTUNE KNOBA.SEL/SCANBAR

−−−You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.Use the TUNE knob t

−−−If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons as previously described.For information

−See pages for importantguidelines on how to properlyprotect infants, small children, andlarger children who ride in yourvehicle.The following pages p

−−−−−Adjusts the volume levelbasedonthevehiclespeed.Press the SOUND (TUNE) knobrepeatedly to display the BASS,TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE, andSVC (speed-se

Playing a Disc (Insight model)Features175REPEAT BUTTONEJECTBUTTONRANDOM BUTTONA.SEL/SCANBARCD/AUXBUTTONTUNE KNOBLOADINDICATORDISP BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARP

You operate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toselect the disc player, press the CD/AUX button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in thedis

＞CONTINUEDInsert a disc about halfway into thedisc slot. The drive will pull the discintherestofthewaytoplayit.Youoperate the disc player with thesame

− Each time youpress and release the side ofthe SEEK/SKIP bar, the player skipsforward to the beginning of the nexttrack (file in MP3 or WMA mode).Pre

−−−−Toselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turntheknobtotherighttoskiptothenext folder, and to the

−−−In MP3 or WMA modeIn MP3 or WMA modeThisfeature, when activated, samples thefirst file of each folder on the disc.To activate folder scan, press th

If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the disc willstay in the dri

The ejected disc will not be reloaded automatically.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the

Playing the FM/AM Radio (LX model and EX model without navigation system)Features183SEEK BUTTONA.SEL BUTTONSCAN BUTTONSEEK BUTTONPRESET BUTTONSVOL/SEL

Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being thrown outof the vehicle during a crash, and ithelps prevent passengers fromaccidentally opening

−−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing theFM/AM button. Adjust the volumeby turning the

−−−If you aretraveling and can no longer receiveyour preset stations, you can use theauto select feature to find stations inthe local area.Press the A

On the FM band, you can select afavorite station and display theprogram service name provided bythe radio data system (RDS).Theprogramservicenamedispl

With the FM band selected, you canselect the program categoryprovided by the RDS. Pressor button to displayand select an RDS category. Theprincipal RD

The scan function samples allstations with strong signals on theselected RDS category. To activate it,press and release the SCAN button.You will see S

−−−−−Press the sound ( ) button toselect an appropriate setting: bass,treble, fader, balance, and SVC(speed-sensitive volumecompensation). Turn the VO

Playing a Disc (LX model and EX model without navigation system)190TITLE BUTTONCD BUTTONDISC SLOTEJECT BUTTONSEEK BUTTONSCAN BUTTONSEEK BUTTONRDM BUTT

You operate the in-dash disc playerwith the same controls used for theradio. To select the disc player, pressthe CD button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ inthe

＞The display shows up to 16characters of selected text data (thefolder name, file name, etc.).If the text data has more than 16characters, you will se

−IfyoupressandholdtheTITLEbutton again, the display shows thefirst 15 characters again.If any letter is not available, it isreplaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot

This owner’s manual should be considered apermanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This owner’s manual covers a

Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirse

−−−−−Toselect a different folder, press theor button. Press thebuttontoskiptothenextfolder, and the button to skipto the previous folder.To continuous

−−This feature,when activated, samples the first filein each folder on the disc in theorder they are recorded. To activatethe folder scan feature, pre

Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a d

＋−Playing an iPod (U.S. LX model and EX model without navigation system)Features197BUTTONBUTTONTITLE BUTTONBUTTONAUX BUTTONiPod INDICATORUSB INDICATOR

Do not connect your iPod using ahub.DonotkeeptheiPodinthevehicle. Direct sunlight and highheat will damage it.Do not use an extension cablebetween the

Unclip the USB connector bypivoting it, and pull out the USBadapter cable in the consolecompartment.Connect your dock connector tothe iPod correctly a

−＋−＞Use the SKIP button while an iPod isplaying to change files.Each time you press the(SKIP ) button, the systemskips forward to the beginning of the

−−You can also select a file from anylist on the iPod menu: playlists,artists, albums and songs, by usingthe VOL/SELECT knob. Push theVOL/SELECT knob

−＊＊This featureplays all available albums in aselected list (playlists, artists, albumsor songs) in random order. The filesin each album are played in

If you see an error message on theaudio display while playing an iPod,findthesolutioninthecharttotheright. If you cannot clear the errormessage, take

Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steerin

＋−Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (U.S. LX model and EX model without navigation system)204TITLE BUTTONSEEK (SKIP )BUTTONUSB INDICATOR AUX BUTTONSEE

＊＊CONTINUEDThe recommended USB flashmemory devices are 256 MB orhigher, and formatted with the FATfile system. Some digital audioplayers may be compat

Do not use a device such as a cardreader or hard drive as the deviceor your files may be damaged.Do not connect your USB flashmemory device using a hu

CONTINUEDUnclip the USB connector bypivoting it, and pull out the USBadapter cable in the consolecompartment.When the USB flash memory deviceis connec

−＋−−＞Use the SKIP button while a USBflash memory device is playing tochange files.Each time you press the(SKIP ) button, the systemskips forward to th

CONTINUEDYou can also select a folder or file byusing the VOL/SELECT knob. Pushthe VOL/SELECT knob to switchthe display to the folder or file list,the

−−−This featurecontinuously plays a file. To activatethe repeat feature, press the RPTbutton. You will see ‘‘RPT’’ in thedisplay. To turn it off, pres

−−−Each time you press and release theSCAN button, the mode changesfrom file scan to folder scan, then tonormal play.This featuresamples the first fil

To play the radio when a USB flashmemory device is playing, press theFM/AM button. If a disc is in theaudio unit, press the CD button toplay the disc.

If you see an error message on theaudio display while playing a USBflash memory device, find thesolution in the chart to the right. Ifyou cannot clear

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe center of the back of your headrests against the center of therestraint.Have passengers adjust their headrest

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzHow well the

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

When a disc is not being played,store it in its case to protect it fromdust and other contamination. Toprevent warpage, keep discs out ofdirect sunlig

The in-dash disc player/changer hasa sophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damageddisc as indicated in this section, itmaybecomestuckin

Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discsCD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.Scratches and fingerprints on

▲▼＋−＋−＋−The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button and hold ituntil the desired volume is reached,then

＋−＋−In MP3 or WMA mode, you can usethe seek function to select folders.Press and hold the top ( ) of theCH button until you hear a beep toskip forward

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, the audiosystem disables itself. If this happens,you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in thefrequency di

For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:001:52 will reset to 2:00When you set the time, the ignitionswitch must be ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position.To set t

The alarm also activates if apassenger inside the locked vehicleturns the ignition switch on.Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices t

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

Push the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel. The CRUISEMAIN indicator on the instrumentpanel comes on.Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeedabove25mp

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release theb

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.Push the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel.Tap the brak

−−Press andrelease to give a command or answera call.Press andrelease to end a call, go back to theprevious command, or cancel thecommand.To use HFL,

＃＃＃＃Try to reduce all backgroundnoise. If the microphone picks upvoices other than yours,commands may be misinterpreted.Many commands can be spokentog

CONTINUEDTo hear general HFL information,including help on pairing a phoneor setting up the system, say‘‘Tutorial.’’For help at any time, including al

＃＃＃＃How to Use HFLBluetoothHandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)230‘‘Phone Setup’’‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial’’‘‘Pair’’‘‘Edit’’‘‘Delete’’‘‘Jim Smith

CONTINUEDBluetoothHandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)Features231‘‘Redial’’‘‘Transfer’’‘‘Mute’’‘‘Send’’‘‘Phonebook’’‘‘Store’’‘‘Edit’’‘‘Del

＊＊BluetoothHandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)232‘‘Change Language’’‘‘Hands Free Help’’‘‘SystemSet up’’‘‘Tutorial’’‘‘Clear’’‘‘Auto Transf

To use HFL, you need to pair yourBluetooth-compatible cell phone tothe system.This command group is available forpaired cell phones.You cannot pair yo

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.Using a seatb

Say ‘‘ .’’Say‘‘ ’’aftertheprompts.If there is more than one phonepaired to the system, HFL will askyou which phone’s name you wantto change. Follow th

Press and release the HFL Talkbutton before a command.Say ‘‘ .’’Say‘‘ ’’aftertheprompts.HFL will tell you which phone islinked to the system.Press and

HFLusesaClass2Bluetooth,whichmeans, the maximum range betweenyourphoneandvehicleis30feet(10meters).During a call, HFL allows you to talkup to 30 minut

Press and release the HFL Talkbutton and say ‘‘ .’’When you receive a call, an incomingcall notification (if activated) willplay and interrupt the aud

＃You can transfer a call from HFL toyour phone, or from your phone toHFL.Press and release the HFL Talkbutton and say ‘‘ .’’You can mute your voice to

Youcanstoreupto50nameswiththeir associated numbers in HFL.The numbers you store can be notonly phone numbers but other types,such as account numbers o

Press and release the HFL Talkbutton before a command.Press and release the HFL Talkbutton before a command.Say ‘‘ .’’Say‘‘ ’’aftertheprompts.Say the

This command group allows you tochange or customize HFL basicsettings.Press and release the HFL Talkbutton before a command.Say ‘‘ .’’Once a passcode

＊＊If you get into the vehicle while youare on the phone, the call can beautomatically transferred to HFLwith the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) o

This operation clears the passcodes,paired phones, all names in the HFLphonebook, and all importedphonebook data.Press and release the HFL Talkbutton

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

CONTINUEDOutside of the vehicle, push on theright side edge of the fuel fill doorin the middle until you hear a click.The fuel fill door will pop upsl

Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Thisleaves some room in the fuel tankfor the f

Your vehicle’s on board diagnosticsystem will detect a loose or missingfuel fill cap as an evaporative systemleak. The first time a leak is detecteda

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up sligh

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto its hole.Wipe off the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.Remove the dipstick (orange loop).Wait a few

Refer toon page for informationabout checking other items on yourvehicle.Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween

−−−−Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits, and vehicle condition.Therefore, it is not possible for o

Carrying hard or sharpobjects on your lap, or driving witha pipe or other sharp object inyour mouth, can result in injuriesif your front airbag inflat

−−−−−−Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)Excessive idling, accelerating andbraking in stop-and-go trafficCold engine operation (enginesa

−−Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.Reset trip counter to zero.Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.Follow on

Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are

＊＊Some examples are:Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components withnon-Honda components couldseriously affect your vehicle’shandling, st

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxDoor pocketsCargo areaCenter trayFloor storage compartmentUnder floor storagesHowev

−×−The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amountequals 1,400 lbs. and there wil

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all occupants, accessories,cargo, and trailer tongue load mustnot exceed the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rol

Do not spill any liquids over the airintake or insert any foreign objectsin it. This may damage the IMAbattery and the power control unit.The air inta

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmissions (CVT). Italso includes import

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions.The front seat belts are alsoequipped with automatic seat belttensioners.In

Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.Check that any items you may becarrying are sto

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.In cold weather, the conventionalstarter

The multi-information display (seepage ).Your vehicle’s fuel economy mayimprove more with the ECON modeon (see page ).The driver feedback information

TheEcoDriveBarontheEcoguidefeedback display appears on themulti-information display while youdrive.During acceleration, the barextends to the right of

The Ambient Meter (the lightbehind the speedometer) changescolor to show the effects of yourdriving style. This feature can beturned off (see page ).F

−CONTINUEDA point system is used so you canmonitor your driving style and theimpact on fuel economy. Points are:Accumulatedwhenyourdrivingstyle is fue

−−The scorefrom your just completed trip isrepresented on the Eco Score screenby the ‘‘plant’’ icons.Cumulative, orlifetime trips, which build up over

There are three Eco stages, with fiveplants per stage. As you accumulatea specified number of leaves, youadvance from one stage to the next.The plant

＊＊The following procedure clears allleaves and your lifetime points. Thisprocedure must be followed exactly.As you progress to a higher level, thesyst

Honda’s Continuously VariableTransmission’s unique designprovides a smooth, constant flow ofpower. It is electronically controlledfor more precise ope

If the indicator comes on or thebeeper sounds when the driver’s seatbelt is latched and there is no frontseat passenger and no items on thefront seat,

To shift from Park to any position,press the brake pedal, the releasebutton on the front of the shift lever,then pull the lever. You cannot shiftout o

−−−−−CONTINUEDUse this position foryour normal driving. Thetransmission automatically adjusts tokeep the engine at the best speed fordriving condition

−− When the vehicle reaches themaximum speed in any shift position,you may feel the engine cut in andout. This is caused by a limiter (112mph, 180 km/

If you need to use the shift lockrelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have itchecked by your dealer.Push down on the key while youpr

＋−＋−To shift up or down, use the(right) or (left) paddle shifter oneither side of the steering wheel.Pull the (right) paddle shifter toupshift. Pull (

−＋CONTINUEDThe transmission control systemmonitors the accelerator pedal useand your driving conditions. Whenyou press the accelerator pedal as inthe

Each time you pull either paddleshifter, the transmission shifts onespeed up or down. If you want toshift up or down more than twospeeds, pull the pad

＋−−With the shift lever in the S position,you can select the 7-Speed Manualshift mode to shift speeds; much likea manual transmission using thepaddle

−→→→→→→The automatic transmission (CVT)will not allow you to shift if:You downshift before the enginespeed reaches the highestthreshold of the lower s

To help maximize fuel economy,your vehicle has an Auto Idle Stopfunction. Depending onenvironmental conditions and vehicleoperation, the engine will s

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts

The engine coolant temperaturebecomes low.Thepressureonthebrakepedalisrepeatedly applied and releasedslightly during a stop.The ECON button is off, an

If the auto idle stop function turnsoff the engine for a long time, thecharge of the IMA and 12 voltbatteries becomes low, and theengine may not resta

If the vehicle is facing downhill,turn the front wheels toward thecurb.Make sure the parking brake isfully released before driving away.Driving with t

Your vehicle is equipped with frontdisc brakes. The brakes on the rearwheels are drum. A power assisthelps reduce the effort needed onthebrakepedal.Th

The hydraulic system that operatesthe brakes has two separate circuits.Each circuit works diagonally acrossthe vehicle (the left-front brake isconnect

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helpspreventthewheelsfromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster th

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the EBD system may alsobe shut down.Test y

If you think you can safely drive ashort distance to a service station,proceed slowly to the station, theninflate the tire to the recommendedpressure.

For example, if you check and fillyour tires in a warm area, then drivein extremely cold weather, the tirepressure will be lower thanmeasured and coul

This indicator and the warningmessage on the multi-informationdisplay will go off, after several miles(kilometers) driving, when the sparetire is repl

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.Pull each belt out fully, and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat t

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

If this indicator comes on whiledriving, pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe, and turn off theengine. Reset the system byrestarting the engine

Immediately after freeing yourvehicle, be sure to switch the VSA onagain. We do not recommend drivingyour vehicle with the VSA andtraction control sys

Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes may cause the VSA tomalfunction. When replacing tires,make sure they are of the same sizeand type as your orig

Your vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer. Attempting to do so can voidyour warranties.Towing a Trailer298

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.To clean parts, use a commer

−−−−−−−−−−−−The remaining engine oil life isshownonthedisplayaccordingtothis table:Your vehicle displays engine oil lifeand maintenance service items

▲▼When the remaining engine oil life is15 to 6 percent, the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUESOON’’ message along with themaintenance ite

−▲▼When the remaining oil life is 5 to 1percent, the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUENOW’’ message with the samemaintenance items ‘‘SERV

CONTINUEDAirbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your AirbagsDriver and Passenger Safety25(1)(3)(5)(4)(5)(6)(10)(13)(9) (8)(14)(2)(16)(4)

▲▼−If the indicated maintenance serviceis not done and the remaining engineoil life reaches 0%, the multi-information display will show themessage ‘‘S

▲▼If the indicated required service isnot done and the remaining engineoil life becomes 0%, the multi-information display will show a‘‘SERVICE PAST DU

▲▼All the maintenance items displayedin the multi-information display arein code.For an explanation of themaintenance codes, see page .Your dealer wil

▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDIf you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show

We recommend using Honda partsand fluids whenever you havemaintenance done. These aremanufactured to the same highquality standards as the originalcom

−−−−−＃−Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.Eng

＊＊＃＃＊＃Maintenance Minder310:TMMaintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oilReplace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brak

Fluid LocationsMaintenance311RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION (CVT)FLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)E

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on the valve cover. Pour theoil slowly and carefully so you do notspill any. Clean up any spillsimmediately.

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred0W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engin

Your Airbag System includes:Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

Changing the oil and filter requiresspecial tools and access fromunderneath the vehicle. The vehicleshould be raised on a service station-type hydraul

CONTINUEDRemove the oil drain bolt andwasher from the bottom of theengine. Drain the oil into anappropriate container.Remove the oil filter, and let t

Turn off the engine, let it sit forseveral minutes, then check the oillevel on the dipstick. If necessary,add more oil.Put the under-cover back in pla

−−If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to between theMIN and MAX lines. Inspect thecooling s

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.Check the fluid level by removingthe cap and looking at the

Remove the dipstick and checkthe fluid level. There is a HOTside and a COLD side on thedipstick. The fluid level should bebetween the upper and lowerm

CONTINUEDCheck the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.You will also see the ‘‘BRAKEFLUID LOW’’ message on the multi-information display when t

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention

CONTINUEDOpen the hood.Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its base, and protect the glassfrom contact with yo

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenturned off (see page ).An indicator on the dashboard thata

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.Remove the bulb from theheadlight assembly by turning

Install the new bulb, and turn itone-quarter turn clockwise to lockit in place.Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall

Open the hood.To change the bulb on the rightside, remove the upper part of thewindshield washer reservoir tank.Use a flat-tip screwdriver toremove th

Remove the socket from the frontturn signal light assembly byturning it one-quarter turncounterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push

Open the hood.Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Pus

CONTINUEDOpen the hatch.Push on the area of the trim asshown in the illustration above todetach the upper hooks from thelight assembly.Pry on the gap

Remove the two mounting boltswith an 8 mm wrench.Pull the rear of the light assemblyout as shown in the illustrationabove ( ), then push theassembly b

Install the new bulb in the socketby pushing it straight in the socketuntil it bottoms.Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly. Turn it clockwise

The high-mount brake light shouldbe replaced by your dealer.The license plate has two lightsabove it. The bulbs should bereplaced by your dealer.Each

Beforeusinganautomaticcarwash,remove the audio antenna so it doesnot get damaged. Remove theantenna by unscrewing it. When youreinstall the antenna, t

After inflating, the front airbagsimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother con

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every 6 months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, and areasthat are getting hard

To replace a wiper blade:Raise each wiper arm off thewindshield, lifting the driver’s sidefirst, then the passenger’s side.Disconnect the blade assemb

Remove the blade from its holderby grabbing the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.Make sure the two rubber tabs

Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.Make sure the blade is completelyinstalled and that its edge is notbunche

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

CONTINUEDSlide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.Make sure the blade is completelyinstalled and that its edge is

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot (driven for severalmiles/kilometers), you will seereadings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3to 0.4 kgf/cm

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see a 1/2inch (12.7 mm) wide band across thetread. This shows

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires according to themaintenance messages displayed onthe multi-information disp

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag’s surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with respi

＋Wheels:Tires:See page for DOT tire qualitygrading information, and pagefor tire size information.Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewal

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

−Check the condition of the 12 voltbattery monthly by looking at thetest indicator window. The label onthe battery explains the testindicator’s colors

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected, or goes dead, the timesetting may be lost. To reset the time,see page .If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnec

Fill the fuel tank.If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Check the air pressure of thecompact spare tire every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:Replace the tire when you can seethe trea

CONTINUEDIf you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.Take the box out of the spare tire.Take the spare tire casing out ofthe cargo area.Unscrew the

CONTINUEDRemove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat tire. Handle thewheel nuts carefully; they may behot from driving. Place the flat tireon the groun

The driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with les

Before mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirtoffthemountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully;itmaybehotfromdriving.Lo

CONTINUEDPlace the flat tire face down in thespare tire well.Remove the spacer cone from thewing bolt, turn it over, and put itback on the bolt.Remove

Your vehicle’s original tire has atire pressure monitoring systemsensor. To replace a tire, refer to(seepage ).Store the center cap in the cargoarea.

Make sure the wire support ring ishooked into the clips around theedge of the wheel cover.Align the valve mark on the wheelcover to the tire valve on

The engine normally starts with theIMA motor. If the engine does notstart while the IMA battery charge isnormally sufficient, check thefollowing:Check

When the IMA battery charge is low,the starter motor is used to start theengine. If the engine does not start,check the following:If the headlights di

Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.To jump start your vehicle:The numbers in the illustration showyou the

−＋＋Start the vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.Once your vehicle is runn

If your vehicle’s 12 volt battery isdisconnected or goes dead, the IMAbattery level gauge reading will notbe correct the next time you turn theignitio

CONTINUEDSafely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in Park, andset the parking brake. Turn off allthe accessories, and turn on thehazar

Be aware that objects placed on thepassenger’s seat can also cause theairbag to be turned off.When the passenger airbag getsturned off by the weight s

Using gloves or a large heavycloth, turn the radiator capcounterclockwise, without pushingdown, to the first stop. After thepressure releases, push do

If necessary, add oil to bring thelevel back to the full mark on thedipstick (see page ).The engine running generates the oilpressure. When the Auto I

−−If the charging systemindicator comes on brightlywhen the engine is running, the 12volt battery is not being charged.Go to a service station or gara

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may turn off as youcontinue driving, have your vehiclechecked by your dealer as soon aspossible.Yo

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthreefuseboxes.The interior fuse box is behind thedashboard on the driver’s side.The interior fuse box label isatt

The under-hood fuse box is locatednext to the battery. To open it, pushthe tab as shown.The under-hood fuse is on thepositive terminal of the battery.

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, the first thingyoushouldcheckforisablownfuse.Determine from the chart on pagesand , or the diagr

Look for a blown wire inside thefuse.Ifitisblown,replacethefusewithoneofthesparefusesofthesame rating or lower.The fuse puller is in the interior fuse

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem with yourvehicle. Leave the blown fuse i

To get the best protection from theside airbags, front seat occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.Your veh

−−−−−＊＊No. No. Amps.Amps. Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434410 A10 A1

−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊No. Circuits ProtectedNo.Amps.Amps.No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected12Ignition Coil (EX)Ignition Coil (IN)45464748495051525354

−−If, due to damage, your vehicle mustbe towed with the front wheels onthe ground, do this:With the front wheels on the ground,it is best to tow the v

To use the towing hook:Remove the cover from the frontbumper using your fingers, or pryit off using a cloth and a flat-tipscrewdriver to prevent scrat

Screw the towing hook into thehole, and tighten it with the wheelnut wrench.3.If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck378WHEEL NUT WRENCHTo avoid damage to your veh

−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to registe

The engine number is stamped intothe engine block.The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The IMA Motor Number is stampedon th

＊＊＊＊Specifications382DimensionsWeightsSeating CapacitiesCapacitiesEngine172.3 in (4,377 mm)66.7 in (1,695 mm)56.2 in (1,427 mm)100.4 in (2,550 mm)58.3

−−±−±±±±±±−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Inf ormation383Air ConditioningTiresAlignmentFuses12 Volt BatteryLightsHFC-134a (R-134a)15.

If the side airbag off indicator comeson (see page ), have thepassenger sit upright. Once thepassenger is out of the airbag’sdeployment path, the syst

Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample:All passenger car tires mu

The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−Tire type code.Date of manufacture.Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).Speed symbol (analpha

−−−−−As an added safety feature, yourvehicle has been equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that illuminates a low tire pressuretelltal

−Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire tooverheat and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuelefficiency an

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80to97km/h)foratleast20minutes. Drive on the highway inD.

Introductionii California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthd

If the indicator comes on at anyother time, or does not come on at all,you should have the system checkedby your dealer. For example:When you turn the

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...Customer Service Information . 396...Warranty Coverages . 397...Reporting Safety Defects . 398...Auth

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

−−−−−−−−Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:providescoverageforaslongasthepur-chaser of the muffler owns thevehicle.provides proratedcovera

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect whichcould cause a crash or could cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform the National Highw

The publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card or

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CONTINUED...Accessories . 256ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 131...

...Braking System . 287...Break-in, New Vehicle . 246Brightness Control,...Instrum

CONTINUEDDoors...Auto Door Locking . 109...Auto Door Unlocking . 110...Childproof Door Locks . 134...Loc

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less(the weight of an

...Fuel . 246...Fill Door and Cap . 247...Gau

CONTINUEDIndicators, Messages (MID)...Lights On . 69...Low Fuel . 70...

...Maintenance . 299...Main Items and Sub Items . 306...Minder . 301Owner’s Mai

CONTINUED...Safety Belts . 9, 21...Safety Defects, Reporting . 398...Safety Feat

...SRS, Additional Information . 25...Additional Safety Precautions . 37...AdvancedAirbagSystem .30...Airbag S

Tires...Snow . 344...Specifications . 383...Tools, Tire Changing . 35

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid(C

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.Even if yourairbags do

If water oranother liquid soaks into a seat-back, it can prevent the side airbagcutoff system from workingproperly.Tampering could causethe airbags to

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.If you have

−According to crash statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in aback seat.Whenever possible,larger children should

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

−If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild

When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent thedriver or a front passenger frommoving their seat as far back asrecommended, or from

−−−−−−To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This inf

In any of these situations, westrongly recommend that you installthe child seat directly behind thefront passenger’s seat, move the seatas far forward

Even with advanced front airbagsthat automatically turn thepassenger’s front airbag off (seepage ), a back seat is the safestplace for a small child.I

A child seat secured with a seat beltshould be installed as firmly aspossible. However, it does not needto be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-sidemovemen

CONTINUEDTo install a LATCH-compatible childseat:Move the seat belt buckle ortongue away from the loweranchors.Make sure there are no objectsnear the

Lift the head restraint (see page), then route the tether strapthrough the legs of the headrestraint and over the seat-back,making sure the strap is n

CONTINUEDWith the child seat in the desiredseating position, route the beltthrough the child seat accordingto the seat maker’s instructions,then inser

Pushandpullthechildseatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child sea

If the tether strap is too long andcannot be tightened firmly, find aroute where the strap can betightened securely.Tighten the strap according to the

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:Does the child sit all the way backagai

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates in a moderate to severefrontal collision, the airbag can causeserious injuries to a child who isunrestrained,

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the chil

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.If a lab

U.S. models Canadian modelsSafety Labels58DOORJAMBS

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

＊＊＊＊＊If equippedRefer to the navigation system manual.1:2:Control Locations60(P.72) (P.72, 75)EX model with navigation system is shown.HAZARD WARNING

＊＊＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls61LIGHTS ON

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.If your front passenger does notfasten their seat belt, th

If it stays on after you have fullyreleased the parking brake whilethe engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving, it canindicate a problem in

(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)(fluid capacities and tire pressures)(main controls)(indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard,

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position, and START (III) position.When the brake sys

This indicator has two functions:It flashes when VSA is active(see page ).This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (I

If this happens, pull to the side of theroad when it is safe, check which tirehas lost pressure, and determine thecause. If it is because of a flat ti

If the indicator begins to blink orstays on, you will also see a ‘‘WATERTEMP HOT’’ message on the multi-information display. This warningwill alert yo

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position and goes offafter the engine starts. If it comes onat any oth

This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It comes onwhen the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn theignition switc

This indicator is in the fuel gauge. Itcomesonasareminderthatyoumust refuel soon. You will also see a‘‘FUEL LOW’’ message on the multi-information dis

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. When you turn the econmode on by pressing t

This shows your speed in kilometersper hour (km/h) or miles per hour(mph) depending on the selectedspeedometer display. You can switchthe display betw

This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount. The needlereturns to the bottom after you turnoff the ignit

A summary of the information youneed when you pull up to the fuelpump.How to order manuals and othertechnical literature.A convenient reference to the

This gauge shows you the charge/discharge status of the IntegratedMotor Assist (IMA). When the IMAis assisting the engine, the pointerstays in the ass

The multi-information display in theinstrument panel displays variousinformation and messages when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position. Some

▲▼▲▼▲▼The multi-information displaychanges to the blank display shownabove several seconds after you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position.Wi

In the normal display mode, theupper and middle segments displaytrip computer information, such asfuel economy or average speed. Thelower segment disp

＊▼▲＊Multi-Information Display78U.S. model is shown.:This display will be shown when theBluetoothHandsFreeLink is activated.IMA System PowerFlow Monito

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

This shows the outside Fahrenheittemperature in U.S. models, andCelsius temperature in Canadianmodels.In certain weather conditions,temperature readin

Eco guide feedback monitor consistsof three parts. The eco-drive scoredisplay shows the accumulated ecoscore for one driving cycle. Theacceleration mo

Mile indication (U.S. models)Kilometer indication (Canadian models)Average Fuel Economy AAverage Fuel Economy B: This shows your vehicle’s instantfuel

This shows the average speed youare traveling in miles per hour (mph)for U.S. models or kilometers perhour (km/h) for Canadian models.This shows the a

＊＊＊＊＊Refer to the navigation system manual.1:2:If equippedCONTINUEDYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3MULTI-INFORMATIONDISPLAY(P.72)(P.6

The IMA system power flow monitorshows the status of the IMA system.The energy source, and poweringstatus of the engine and IMA motor(engine operation

The IMA battery level indicatorshows you the state of charge of thebattery for the Integrated MotorAssist (IMA). This battery isrecharged and discharg

On vehicle with paddle shiftersOn vehicle without paddle shiftersThe IMA battery is charged at ahigher rate when the transmission isin L (Low) mode (s

To use the system, your cell phoneand the HFL system must be linked.Not all cell phones are compatiblewith this system. Refer to pagefor instructions

▲▼▲▼▲▼If there is a problem with yourvehicle, for example the engine oillevel is low or a door is not fullyclosed, the multi-information displaywill s

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▲▼You can customize some vehiclecontrol settings. To enter thecustomizing mode, press and holdeither INFO button ( / ) for morethan 3 seconds. To chan

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊−∼± ∼−∼± ∼＊Group Setup Menu Item Description PageSetting OptionMETER SETUP(P.96)LIGHTING SETUP(P.104)LANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DI

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊DescriptionMenu ItemGroup Setup PageSetting OptionChanges when the doors automatically lock.Changes when the doors automatically unlock.Changes