Honda 2006 Odyssey - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction o

If you fail to enter the desiredadjustment properly, you will see theabove display for several seconds,then the display goes back to‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’

To cause ‘‘Trip meter A’’ and‘‘Average Fuel Economy’’ to resetevery time you refuel your vehicle,adjust it as described on thefollowing pages.While th

When your selection is successfullyentered, you will see the abovedisplay for several seconds, and thenthe display goes back to‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’If y

While the multi-information displayshows ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ press theSEL/RESET button on the steeringwheel. The display changes to the‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’

Find the zone for your area on themap shown in the next column.Press the INFO button until you seeyour zone number in the lowersegment. Then press the

If you fail to enter your zone number,you will see the above display forseveral seconds, then the displaygoes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’Repeat the se

As the default setting, the elapsedtime resets each time you turned theignition switch to the ON (II)position (see page ).You can change this resettin

Press the INFO button repeatedlyuntil the desired condition appears,then press the SEL/RESET buttonto enter your selection.When your selection is ente

While the multi-information displayshows ‘‘POSITION SETUP,’’ pressthe SEL/RESET button on thesteering wheel. The display changesto ‘‘MEMORY POSITION L

If you fail to enter your selection,you will see the above display forseveral seconds, and the display goesback to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’Repeat the setup

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument panelto remind you

There are two custom settings in theLighting Setup:The interior lights fade out when youclose all doors and the tailgate. Youcan change the time that

Press the INFO button repeatedlyuntil the desired time appears, thenpress the SEL/RESET button toenter your selection.When your selection is entered,

Press the SEL/RESET button. Thedisplay changes as shown above.Each time you press the INFObutton, the highlighted numberchanges from ‘‘0 sec,’’ to ‘‘1

If you fail to enter your selection,you will see the above display forseveral seconds, and the display goesback ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeatthe setup.To

There are four custom settings inthe Door and Window Setup:To customize a setting, press theINFO button repeatedly until you seethe setting you want t

To customize the auto door lockingfeature, do this:While the multi-information displayshows ‘‘DOOR·WINDOW SETUP,’’press the SEL/RESET button on theste

Press the INFO button repeatedlyuntil the desired condition appears,then press the SEL/RESET buttonto enter your selection.When your selection is ente

To customize the auto doorunlocking feature, do this:While the multi-information displayshows ‘‘DOOR·WINDOW SETUP,’’press the SEL/RESET button on thes

If you fail to enter your selection,you will see the above display forseveral seconds, and the display goesback to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’Repeat the setup

When you push the LOCK button onthe remote transmitter, someexterior lights flash, and a beepersounds when you push the LOCKbutton again within 5 seco

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

When your selection is entered, youwill see the above display for severalseconds, and then the displaychanges to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’To exit ‘‘KEYLESS

If you unlock the doors and thetailgate with the remote transmitter,but do not open any of the doors orthetailgatewithin30seconds,thedoors and the tai

If you fail to enter your selection,you will see the above display forseveral seconds, and the display goesback to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’Repeat the setup

With ‘‘WIPER SETUP’’ shown on themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button on the steeringwheel. The display changes to‘‘FRONT WIPER ACTION

If you set the front wiper action to‘‘WITH VEH SPD,’’ the front wipersrun intermittently and the wiperinterval is varied automaticallyaccording to the

＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.:Controls Near the Steering Wheel124POWER SLIDINGDOOR SWITCHESREAR WINDOWDEFOGGERSTEERING WHEEL

−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at high spe

−Rotate the switch clockwise toturn the rear window wiper ON.Hold past ON to turn the windowwiper on and the window washeron.OFFRotate the switchcount

−−−CONTINUEDTo turn on the automatic lighting,turn the light switch to AUTO at anytime. The lights will come onautomatically when the outside lightlev

＊＊＊If you unlock the door, but do notopen it within 15 seconds, the lightsgo off. With the driver’s door open,you will hear a lights-on reminderchime.

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.The most important things you needto know about your air

The level of brightness is shown onthe multi-information display onTouring models or in the odometer/trip meter display on LX, EX andEX-L models while

Push the red button between thecenter air vents to turn on the hazardwarning lights (four-way flashers).This causes all four outside turnsignals and b

Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.Move the steering wheel so itpoint

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

The system may not recognize yourkey’s coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object (i.e. keyfob) is near the ignition switch whenyou insert

−−−−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 ify

−−−Press this button once tolock all doors and the tailgate. Someexterior lights will flash. When youpush LOCK button twice within 5seconds, you will

＋If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doorsand the tailgate, replace the batteryas soon as possible.Battery type: CR1616To re

−−−Press this button once tolock all doors and the tailgate. Someexterior lights will flash. When youpush LOCK twice within 5 seconds,you will hear a

If the power sliding door MAINswitch on the dashboard is in theOFF position, you cannot open orclose the sliding doors with theremote transmitter.You

−After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors andtailgate are closed and locked.Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being throw

Each remote transmitter activatesthe driver’s seat position memorysystem (see page ) andcustomized vehicle control settings(see page ). When you open

＋If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doorsand the tailgate, replace the batteryas soon as possible.Battery type: CR2025To re

To lock the doors and the tailgate,press the front of the master doorlock switch on either front door,pressthelocktabonthedriver’sdoor, or use the out

With the childproof door locks on,automatic operation with the insidedoor handle is disabled.To open the tailgate, pull the handle,then lift up. To cl

The tailgate can be opened andclosed with the remote transmitteror the switch on the dashboard whenboth front doors are unlocked.The tailgate can also

The power tailgate has an auto-reverse feature. If it meetsresistance while opening or closing,it will beep three times and reversedirection. However,

Push the release lever to the right asshown.If you need to unlock the tailgatemanually, it means there is aproblem with the tailgate. Have thevehicle

To open, pull the inside or outsidedoor handle, and slide the door back.It will latch in the fully open position.When opening from the inside, thechil

CONTINUEDWhen the shift lever is in Park:When the shift lever is in Neutral andthe ignition switch is in the ON position:If you shift out of Park whil

To open a power sliding door, pushand release the bottom of theappropriate switch. If you forget tounlock the door, you will hear threebeeps. Unlock t

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

You can manually open or close thesliding doors. The MAIN switchmust be in the OFF position. Toopen a door, pull the inside oroutside door handle, and

When you release the fuel fill door,the driver’s side sliding doorautomatically locks so it cannot openand interfere with the fuel door. If apassenger

If the battery is disconnected or goesdead, close the sliding doorcompletely by hand. If it still doesnot operate properly after thebattery is reconne

There are bucket seats witharmrests for two front passengers,bucket seats with armrests for twopassengers in the second row, and abench seat for three

−The front passenger’s seat, and theseats in the second and third rowsadjust manually.Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.The EX, EX-L a

To change the seat-back angle of thebucket seats in the second row, pullforwardontheleverontheoutsideof the seat-back.To change the seat-back angle of

−Moves the seatforward andbackward.Raises or lowers theseat.The controls for the adjustabledriver’s power seat are on theoutside edge of the seat bott

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.15On EX, EX-L and Touring modelsOn EX-L and T

To get into or out of the third rowseat, walk between the second rowseats.When the seat on the passenger’sside is moved to the center, walkthrough the

Unlock the seat from the floor bypulling the lock release lever underthe seat cushion’s front edge andlifting the rear of the seat.Slide the seat towa

See page for how to adjust thehead restraints.Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.Adjus

Both seats can be removed to givemore cargo capacity.Make sure the seat is securelylocked in place before driving. A seatthatisnotlockedinplacecouldfl

You can install the stowable plus-oneseat between the second row bucketseats.To reinstall the seat, hook the frontof the seat to the floor, then push

CONTINUEDTo remove the seat, lower the headrestraint all the way down. Removethe seat cushion by pulling the strapon the seat cushion, and fold thesea

To create more cargo space, you canfold the one-motion third row ‘‘MagicSeat’’ into the floor recess.Unlatch the detachable seat beltanchor center sea

Pull the seat-back upright with thestrap. Make sure the seat issecurely locked.To return the seat to the uprightposition:Pull the seat out of the rece

Follow these precautions when usingthe seat heaters:Use the HI setting only to heat theseats quickly, because it drawslarge amounts of current from th

Your vehicle has a memory featurefor the driver’s seat position.Press and release the MEMObuttononthecontrolpanel.Youwill hear a beep. Immediatelypres

Doing any of the following afterpressing the MEMO button willcancel the storing procedure.Not pressing a memory buttonwithin 5 seconds.Readjusting the

−−The windows will operate for up to10 minutes after you turn off theignition switch. Opening either frontdoor cancels this function.To open/close the

Start the engine. Push down andhold the driver’s window switchuntil the window is fully open.Pull and hold the driver’s windowswitch to close the wind

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.This s

Turnthekeyclockwiseagain,andhold it. All four windows start toopen. To stop the windows,release the key.To open the windows further, turnandholdthekey

To tilt up the back of the moonroof,press and hold the center button( ). To close the moonroof,press and hold the top of the switch( ). To open the mo

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

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirrorright,left,up,ordown.When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)po

You can adjust the position of thebrake pedal, and accelerator pedalwhen the shift lever is in the Parkposition. Push the top of theadjustment switch

＊＊Interior Convenience Items174BEVERAGE HOLDERVANITYMIRRORCENTERPOCKETACCESSORYPOWERSOCKETREARCOMPARTMENTCOAT HOOKSUN VISORACCESSORYPOWERSOCKET: Touri

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids candamage the uph

To protect the beverage holder, thebottom tray is designed to breakaway if you try to place a heavyobject on it. If this happens, hold theedge of the

The removable second row consolehas a beverage holder on the front.To use the beverage holder, push onthe front lid. The lid will swing open.To close,

The sunglasses holder uses a convexmirror for its bottom panel. You cansee all the vehicle passengers on thismirror. To use the mirror, open thesungla

CONTINUEDPull out the anchor latch and thelatch plate from each holding slot inthe ceiling, and pull out the seat beltto extend it.The front seats and

To open the compartment, pull thelever and lift the lid. To close, lowerthe lid and push it down until itlatches.To use the sun visor, pull it down.Wh

There is a removable consolebetween the second row bucketseats.To remove the console, pull up thetab at the front edge to unlock therear of the consol

There is a large storage area underthe floor between the front seats andthe second row bucket seats.To place or remove large items fromthe storage are

You can store items in the floorstorageareaupto22lbs(10kg).Donot exceed this weight limit, or youmay damage the floor storage area.Theinsideofthestora

On EX, EX-L and Touring models,the floor storage area has a LazySusan inside which makes it easier tofind items through the small lid.TheLazySusancanb

Open the upper glove box bypressing the button. The lid willswing open. Close it with a firm push.Open the lower glove box by pullingthe bottom of the

Open the center pocket by pullingthehandle.Closeitwithafirmpush.On vehicles without navigationsystem, there is another pocketunder the heating and coo

There are three accessory powersockets in your vehicle. Twoaccessory power sockets are abovethe center pocket for the front seatpassengers, and anothe

The individual map lights in thesecond and third rows cannot beturned on.The cargo area light can be turnedon with the switch in the light.DoorActivat

Turn on the front and rear individualmap lights by pushing the lens ofeach light. Push the lens again toturn it off. You can also operatethese lights

To unlatch the detachable seat beltanchor before folding down the seat-back, insert a key into the slot on theside of the anchor buckle and allowthe s

The ignition switch light comes onwhen you open the driver’s door, andstays on several seconds after youclose the door.The cargo area light has a thre

The courtesy lights in the frontdoors come on when you open anydoor.The courtesy light between the maplights comes on when you turn theparking lights

The standard audio system hasmany features. This sectiondescribes those features and how touse them. (If you selected anoptional audio system, refer t

Vents, Heating, and A/CLX modelEX/EX-L/Touring models192RECIRCULATIONBUTTONAIR CONDITIONINGBUTTONREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONFAN CONTROLBUTTONMODECONTRO

▲▼▲▼Turn the dial clockwise to increasethe fan speed and airflow. Turn thedial counterclockwise to decrease it.Press the button to increasethe fan spe

Air flows from the centerand corner vents in the dashboard.Airflow is divided betweenthe vents in the dashboard and thefloor vents.This button turns t

CONTINUEDAir conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page). If it moves near the red mark,turn

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.To remove fog

If you set the temperature to itslower or its upper limit, the systemruns at full cooling or heating only. Itdoes not regulate the interiortemperature

−−You can adjust the airflow of the rearA/C unit with the rear controller dialon the front control panel. The rearpassengers can also adjust thedirect

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This Owner’s Manual covers a

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,wit

−−−When theindicator in this button is off, no airflows to the rear vents, and the rearcontrol panel is turned off. When theindicator in this button i

You can use the rear control panelwhen the rear controller dial on thefront control panel is in the ONposition.Turn the rear temperature controldial c

▲▼▲▼You can use the rear control panelwhen the indicator in the REARLOCK button on the front controlpanel is off.Press the top ( ) of thetemperature c

The direction and quantity of airflowfrom each rear ceiling vent isadjustable.To adjust the direction of air comingfrom a rear ceiling vent, move thet

Playing the AM/FM RadioLX model EX and EX-L models without RESFeatures203PWR/VOLKNOBTUNE/SOUNDKNOBSCANBUTTONSEEK BARPWR/VOLKNOBFM BUTTONAM BUTTONPRESE

Playing the AM/FM RadioTouring model with RES andNavigation SystemEX, EX-L and Touring models withRES without Navigation System204PWR/VOLKNOBTUNE/SOUN

−−＋−−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thePWR/VOL knob. Adjust the volumeby turning t

−−−The preset frequencies will be lost ifyour vehicle’s battery goes dead, isdisconnected, or the radio fuse isremoved.Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SE

−−In addition to the knobs and buttonson the radio control panel, you canoperate some of the radio controlson the navigation system screen.While you a

−−−＋You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when

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

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

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

Playing the XM Satellite RadioFeaturesTouring model with RES andNavigation SystemEX model without RESEX, EX-L and Touring models withRES without Navig

−You may experience periods whenXM Radio does not transmit theartist’s name and song titleinformation. If this happens, there isnothing wrong with you

−−−＋−−On models with a rear entertainmentsystem and a navigation system, youcannot listen to XM Radio and a discat the same time. For example, whenXM

−−−−−−XM is loading theaudio or programinformation.The channelcurrently selected isno longerbroadcasting.The signal iscurrently tooweak. Move thevehic

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

＋−＋−CONTINUEDPlaying a CD, CD ChangerLX model EX and EX-L models without RESFeatures217AMBUTTONFMBUTTONCD SLOTEJECTBUTTONRANDOMBUTTONREPEATBUTTONCD BU

＋−＋−Playing a CD, CD ChangerTouring model with RES andNavigation SystemEX, EX-L and Touring models withRES without Navigation System218SEEK BAREJECTBU

Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt canreduce the protective capability ofthe seat belt and incr

＋−＋−−−With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and begi

Your audio system has an in-dashCD changer that holds up to six CDs,providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment. Youoperate this CD changer wit

To load a single CD:The indicators above the discbuttons of the empty positions willblink, and the green load indicatorabove the CD slot comes on.Pres

On vehicles without navigation systemTo load multiple CDs in oneoperation:Press and hold the LOAD buttonuntil you hear a beep and see‘‘LOAD’’ in the d

−−＋＋−＋−−−Select the CD changer by pressingthe CD button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ inthe display. The system will beginplaying the last selected disc in the

When you press and release the RPTbutton or touch the TRACK RPTicon on the upper display, the systemcontinuously replays the currenttrack. As a remind

When you press the RDM button ortouch the TRACK RANDOM icon onthe upper display, the system playsthe tracks of the current disc inrandom order. You wi

When using CD-R discs, use onlyhigh quality CDs labeled for audiouse.When recording a CD-R, therecording must be closed for it tobe used.CD-RW discs w

Message SolutionCauseIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the err

Playing a TapeLX model EX and EX-L models without RES228FF BUTTONSKIP BARPLAY/PROGBUTTONREWBUTTONREPEATBUTTONFF BUTTONPLAY/PROGBUTTONREWBUTTONREPEATBU

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

Playing a TapeTouring model with RES andNavigation SystemEX, EX-L and Touring models withRES without Navigation SystemFeatures229REPEATBUTTONFF BUTTON

▲−＊＊The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Make sure the open side ofthetapeisfacingright,theninsertthetapemostofthew

−−＋−Press the side of theSKIP bar to find the beginning of thecurrent song or passage. Press theside of the SKIP bar to find thebeginning of a song or

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, you willneed to set the clock. You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. If the displaye

＋−＋−＋−▲▼The MODE button changes themode. Pressing the buttonrepeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,XM Radio (U.S. models), CD (if adisc is loaded) or a tape

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

CONTINUEDRear Entertainment SystemDVD PlayerModels with Navigation SystemModels without Navigation SystemOverhead Screen UnitFeatures235REAR PWR BUTTO

Press the REAR PWR button. Toturn on the rear controls (ceilingpanel/remote control), press the RRCTRL knob. The system’s iconshows in the upper displ

The DVD player in your rearentertainment system can play DVDvideo discs and CDs.Open the overhead screen bypushing the OPEN button. Thescreen will swi

−−Turn the Rear CTRL knob clockwise.The amber Rear LED comes on toshow that the control panel is nowenabled.Insert a DVD into the DVD/CDplayer below t

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

−＋−＋−−Press and hold theside to move forward; you will see‘‘CUE’’ in the display. Press and holdthe sidetomovebackward;youwill see ‘‘REV’’ in the disp

▲▼▲▼▲▼Use the and buttons to select astation from the radio preset buttons.Press the button to tune the radioto a higher frequency, or press thebutton

▲▼Press the or button toselect another category.Pressing and holding the DISPbutton for more than 5 seconds willchange the search mode betweenChannel

The video screen is for use by rearseat passengers only. The driver andfront seat passenger should not tryto view the screen while driving.Press the b

When you press the DISP buttonwhile a DVD is playing, the title,chapter, elapsed time, and personalsurround logo are displayed(STATUS 1).When you pres

When you press the MENU buttonwhile a DVD is playing, the DVD’smain menu is displayed. To go backto play, press the RETURN button.When you press the S

▼▲▼▲▼▲Top Menu AudioWhen you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’using the or button, the DVD’stitle menu is displayed. This menu isalso displayed when you press theME

▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲Subtitle AngleTo turn the subtitle on and off, select‘‘Subtitle’’ from the setup menu bypressing the or button. You willsee submenu ‘‘OFF’’ or

▼▲▼▲▼▲▼▲SearchWhen you select the ‘‘Search’’ fromtheplaymodesetupmenu,youwillsee the submenu shown above. Inthe left submenu, you can selectbetween ‘‘

Num InputA numerical command can be issuedto a DVD by inputting a two digitnumber, and a button number can beselected on the screen.Select and enter t

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by the dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof prote

▼▲When you select ‘‘PERSONALSURROUND’’ by pressing theor button, the personalsurround setup menu is displayedabove the ‘‘PERSONALSURROUND’’ icon.Selec

▼▲▼▲Select the quality you want to adjustby pressing the or button, andthen pressing the ENT button. Theadjustment bar is displayed next tothe selecte

Screen ModeYou can set the screen mode tothese settings:NormalWideZoomFullCONTINUEDRear Entertainment SystemFeatures251Normal WideZoom FullMain MenuTa

▼▲Select the ‘‘Aspect Ratio’’ by pressingthe or button, then pressthe ENT button.The selectable setting menu isdisplayed, and the current setting ishi

▼▲When you press the SETUP buttonon the rear control panel when aDVD is not playing, the ‘‘INITIALSETTINGS’’ menu is displayed.When you select ‘‘Langu

▼▲Select the desired language bypressing the or button, andthen pressing the ENT button.The selectable languages are,English, French, Spanish, German,

▼▲Audio LanguageIf you select ‘‘Yes,’’ the displaychanges to the language code inputmode. Select the first number digitusingthe,,,orbutton, and press

▼▲Subtitle LanguageYou can select the subtitle languagebefore playing DVDs.Select ‘‘Subtitle Lang’’ by pressingthe or button. You will see thesubmenu

▼▲ ▼▲When you select the ‘‘DynamicRange’’ by pressing the orbutton, you will see the submenunext to the ‘‘Dynamic Range’’ asshown above.To turn ‘‘Dyna

▼▲Parental Control LevelYou can place an auditory restrictionby changing the parental controllevel. The higher the level number,the lower the restrict

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

▼▲If the system does not recognize thepassword you entered, you will seethe above display. Repeat theparental control level steps until youenter the c

To change the password, select‘‘Password.’’ You will see the abovemenu displayed. Select ‘‘Yes’’ bypressing the or button,then press the ENT button.If

▲If you forget the password, select‘‘Password,’’ and press the button10 times.The display changes as shown above.If you want to use the defaultpasswor

If it takes several pushes on thebutton to operate the rearentertainment system, have yourdealer replace the batteries as soonas possible.The rear con

There are various types of DVDsavailable. Some of them are notcompatible with your system.Those packages or jackets shouldalso bear the designation of

If you see an error message in thescreen while operating the DVDplayer,findthecauseinthecharttothe right. If you cannot clear themessage, take your ve

Each headphone uses one AAAbattery. The battery is under thecover on the left earpiece. Toremove the cover, insert a coin in theslot and twist it slig

Auxiliary input jacks and headphoneconnectors for the rearentertainment system are under thethird seat armrest on the driver’sside. To access these co

There are three headphoneconnectors for the third seatpassengers. Each connector has itsown volume control.Rear Entertainment SystemFeatures267VOLUME

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, hood, and the tailgate. For thesystem to activate, you must lock thedoorsand

A driver’s seat position sensor thatmonitors the distance of the seatfrom the front airbag. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with

Press and release the DECEL/SET button on the steering wheel.The CRUISE CONTROL indicatoron the instrument panel comes onto show the system is nowacti

Press and hold the DECEL/SETbutton. Release the button whenyou reach the desired speed.To slow down in very smallamounts, tap the DECEL/SETbutton repe

Tap the brake pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.When you push the CANCEL buttonor tap the brake pedal, the systemremembers the previou

−The HomeLink UniversalTransceiver built into your vehiclecanbeprogrammedtooperateuptothree remote controlled devicesaround your home, such as garaged

Unplug the garage door openermotor from the electrical outlet.Holdtheendofthegaragedooropener remote transmitter 2 to 5inches from HomeLink. Makesure

Press the training button on thegarage door opener unit until theindicator next to the button comeson. The indicator may blink, orcomeonandstayon.Yout

Press and hold the button onHomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds.Press and hold the HomeLinkbutton again for 3 to 4 seconds.This should turn off the trainingin

If you have problems with trainingthe HomeLink Universal Transceiver,or would like information on homeproducts that can be operated byHomeLink, call (

Your vehicle has a parking sensorsystem. The system lets you knowtheapproximatedistancebetweenyour vehicle and most obstacleswhile you are parking. Wh

Example shown: Obstacle is at the left front of the vehicleWhen the system senses an obstacle,the appropriate indicator comes on,and a beeper sounds a

After inflating, the front airbags willimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateothe

If the system develops a problem,you will see a ‘‘CHECK PARKINGSENSOR SYSTEM’’ message in themulti-information display, and abeeper sounds continuousl

The range of the corner sensors andthe rear center sensor are limited.Each corner sensor is capable ofsensing an obstacle only when yourvehicleis20in(

▼▲When in reverse, the touch screenand Navi ‘‘hard’’ buttons are lockedout, except the ‘‘ZOOM’’ button.Touching the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ buttonallows you to

282Main Menu

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

Before refueling, make sure the rearsliding door on the driver’s side isclosed.Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Stop fil

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

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper a

Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, seeon page forinforma

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant i

Combine several short trips intoone.The air conditioning puts an extraload on the engine which makes itusemorefuel.Usethefresh-airventilation when pos

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

Some examples are:Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Lowering the v

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:In-floor storage (with LazySusan )Glove box (upper and lower)However, carrying too much carg

−×The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity.The maximum load for your vehicleis:Subtract the combined weight o

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

You can use the cargo net to secureitems in the cargo area, and storesmall items between the two halvesof the net. To install the cargo net,hook the l

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Youshoulddothefollowingchecksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed.

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

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

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Pre

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theigniti

−−−−This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must pres

−−−If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe e

Do this if pushing on the brake pedaland pressing the release button doesnot shift the transmission out ofPark:Set the parking brake.Make sure the ign

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

＊You should never pump the brake pedal.Let the ABS work for you by alwayskeeping firm, steady pressure on thebrake pedal. This is sometimesreferred to

CONTINUEDIf the VSA system indicator comeson while driving, pull to the side oftheroadwhenitissafe,andturnoffthe engine. Reset the system byrestarting

This button is under the driver’s sidevent. Press it to turn the VSA systemon or off.VSA is turned on every time youstart the engine, even if you turn

When the airbag is turned off, anindicator in the center of thedashboard will come on indicatingpassenger airbag ‘‘OFF’’ (see page).If there is no pas

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

If a flat tire is causing the low tirepressure indicator to come on, youwill see the above message in themulti-information display.It is possible that

For more information on theMichelin PAX system, refer to page.If there is a problem with the TPMS,you will see the above message inthe multi-informati

Your vehicle has been designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limit

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Maximum Total Trailer WeightNumber ofOccupants12345678Equipped with transmission coolerand power steering fluid cooler3,500 lbs (1,580 kg)3,3

The best way to confirm that vehicleand trailer weights are within limitsis to have them checked at a publicscale.Using a suitable scale or a specialt

CONTINUEDIf you choose electric brakes, besure they are electrically actuated.Do not attempt to tap into yourvehicle’s hydraulic system. Nomatter how

＋＋To use the trailer lighting connector,you will need a wiring harness andconverter. This comes with theHonda hitch (see page ), or itmay be obtained

When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:The vehicle has been properlyserviced, and the tires, brakes,suspension,

Maketurnsmoreslowlyandwiderthan normal. The trailer tracks asmaller arc than your vehicle, and itcanhitorrunoversomethingthevehicle misses. Allow more

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no pa

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.This section also i

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Donot run the engine unlessi

Your vehicle displays engine oil lifeand maintenance service items in theodometer/trip meter display on LX,EX and EX-L models, or in the multi-informa

When the remaining engine oil life isless than 5 percent, you will see a‘‘CHANGE OIL’’ message in theodometer/trip meter display, alongwith the same m

−CONTINUEDWhen the remaining engine oil life is15 percent or less, the display showsa ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ messagealong with the maintenance itemcode(

These messages will come on everytime you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position.Immediately have the serviceperformed, and make sure to rese

−All the maintenance items displayedin the odometer/trip meter or themulti-information display are in code.If you still do not get the indicatedmainte

Press the SELECT/RESET knobfor more than 5 seconds. Themaintenance items code(s) willdisappear, and the engine oil lifeindicator will reset to ‘‘100.’

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Press the SEL/RESET button onthe steering wheel. Themaintenance item code(s) willdisappear, and the en

We recommend the use of Hondaparts and fluids whenever you havemaintenance done. These aremanufactured to the same high-quality standards as the origi

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.Whe

−−−−−−＃U.S. Vehicles:Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatep

＃＊＃＃＃＊Maintenance Minder330:If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 monthsafter the display is reset, change the engine oil ev

Maintenance RecordMaintenance331mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMaintenancePerformedAB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345SignatureDateMaintena

Maintenance Record332mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMaintenancePerformedAB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345SignatureDateMaintenancePerforme

Fluid LocationsMaintenance333ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)POWER STEERINGFLUID (Red cap)RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL FILL CAPAUTOMAT

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on top of the valve cover.Pour in the oil slowly and carefully soyou do not spill. Clean up any spillsimmedi

You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil: itdisplays the API Certification Seal,and it is

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Turn off the engine and let it sitfor s

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 sys

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.Remo

CONTINUEDThis indicatoralerts you that thepassenger’s sideairbag has been automatically shutoff. It does mean there is aproblem with your side airbags

On Canadian models:On the Touring model:The low washerlevel indicator comes on when thelevel is low (see page ).You will see a‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ mes

Pour the fluid slowly and carefullyso you do not spill any. Clean upany spill immediately; it coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.Always u

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryre

−−Always use Honda Power SteeringFluid. You may use another powersteering fluid as an emergencyreplacement, but have the powersteering system flushed

Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs, two on each side. Whenreplacing a bulb, handle it by its baseand protect the glass from contactwith your skin

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter turn counter

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.Open th

Use a wrench to remove themounting bolt from the underbodythrough the hole in the splashshield.Remove the fog light assemblyfrom the bumper by pulling

Remove the two bolt covers on therear pillar by prying on the bottomedge with a flat-tip screwdriver.Remove the bolts with a Phillips-head screwdriver

Remove the socket from the lightassembly by turning it one-quarterturn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push a new bulb into

Even if yourairbags do not inflate, your dealershould inspect the driver’s seatposition sensor and the frontpassenger’s weight sensors tomake sure the

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let

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

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.Pull one end of the blade out

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

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

Excessive tread wear.Cuts, splits, or cracks in the sideof the tire. Replace the tire if youcan see fabric or cord.Youshouldgetyourowntirepressure gau

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall).

＋＃Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the best perfo

If you must continue driving with aflat tire, follow all the proceduresand precautions described on page.Never use a tire repair agent in aPAX system

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.This could

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Check the te

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

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

Your vehicle is equipped with theMichelin PAX system. Since eachMichelin PAX system tire has aninner support ring that allows it tocontinue running wi

With the PAX system tires, you candrive up to about 125 miles (200 km)even if one or more of your tires arepunctured. This allows you to driveto the n

If you see the above message on themulti-information display, you havereached the limit of run flat driving,and you should stop drivingimmediately. Be

Replace the tire when you can seethe tread wear indicator bars. Thereplacement should be the same sizeand design tire, mounted on thesame wheel. The s

If 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 that isfar

The spare tire is stored behind acover on the sidewall of the cargoarea on the driver’s side.Remove the cover by holding thetwo handles and pulling th

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat

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

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

Adjust the seat-back of the thirdseat to an upright position. Installthebracketmountingboltontheattachment point as shown, andtighten the bolt. Make s

Place the flat tire face down on theattachment point. Put the tiremountingwingboltintheattachment point through one ofthe five wheel nut holes as show

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:Check

Are you using a properly codedkey? An improperly coded key willcause the immobilizer systemindicator in the instrument panelto blink rapidly (see page

−＋＋If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.Start the vehicle. If the startermotor s

The pointer of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, drivin

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repai

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the o

This indicator may also come onalong with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.If your vehicle battery has beendisconnected or gone dead, thesecodes are erased. It tak

−Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarg

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

If the electric motor will not closethe moonroof, do the following:Check the fuse for the moonroofmotor (see page ). If the fuseis blown, replace it w

The vehicle’s fuses are contained infour fuse boxes (three, if the vehicledoes not have a rear entertainmentsystem).To open the passenger’s fuse box,p

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse box and all thefuses in the interior fuse boxes bypulling out each fuse with the fusepuller provided in

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

−−＋＋−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊No. Amps. No.No. Amps.Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps.Circuits Protected Circuits Protected12345678910111210 A30 A10

−−−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊No. Amps.No. Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedAmps.1819202122232425262728293031323315 A15 A10 A7.5 A10 A7.5 A20 A20 A20 A20 A20 A

−−＊＊No. Amps. Circuits Protected123456789If equipped30 A15 A20 A15 A7.5 A20 A15 ARear BlowerNot UsedDBWDoor LockNot UsedHeated SeatInstrument PanelRig

−−If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydang

If you decide to tow your vehiclewith all four wheels on the ground,make sure you use a properly-designed and attached tow bar.Prepare the vehicle for

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

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. It is on the front.The transmission number is on alabel on the side of the transmission.Identificat

−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications392DimensionsWeightsCapacitiesAir ConditioningEngine201.0 in (5,106 mm)77.1 in (1,958 mm)66.8 in (1,697 mm)66.7 in (1,694 mm)1

−＊＊＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information393AlignmentTiresFusesBatteryLights60 W (HB3)12 V12 V21 W51 W (HB4)21 W12 V12 VToe-inCamb

−The tires on your car meet all U.S.Federal Safety Requirements. Alltires are also graded for treadwear,traction, and temperature perform-ance accordi

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or

−−−−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Whenever tires are replaced,

Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum speed rating).

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

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

−Your vehicle has two rows of backseats where children can be properlyrestrained. If you ever have to carrya group of children, and a child mustride i

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 a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theacc

Customer Service...Information . 404...Warranty Coverages . 405Reporting Safety Defects...

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:covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, aga

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway

−＊＊＊＊２００６ＨＯＮThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:If you are interested in other yea

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

−During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

CONTINUED...Accessories . 290ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 134...A

＊...DANGER, Explanation of . ii...Dashboard . 4, 60...Daytime Running Lights . 129Daytime Runn

CONTINUEDDipstick...Automatic Transmission . 340...Engine Oil . 287...Directional Signals .

Fluids...Automatic Transmission . 340...Brake . 341...Power Steering . 342...

CONTINUED...Jacking up the Vehicle . 367...Jack, Tire . 366...Jump Star

...Low Coolant Level . 288...Low Fuel Indicator . 68...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 63, 377...

＊CONTINUED...Power Windows . 167...Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 20...Protecting Adults and Teens . 13...Addition

＊...Tachometer . 71...Tailgate . 142...Opening the . 142,

＊CONTINUEDUnexpected, Taking Care...of the . 361...Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 394...U

＊Wheels...Adjusting the Steering . 131...Alignment and Balance . 355...Compact Spare . 365...

An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Power Steering Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Press

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.In any situation, we stronglyrecommend that you ins

When buying a child seat, you needto choose either a conventional childseat, or one designed for use withthe lower anchors and tethers forchildren (LA

Whatever type of seat you choose, toprovide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.Rea

Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.Your vehicle is equi

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Other LATCH-compatible seats havea flexible-type

Slide the anchor cover to open it,then follow steps 6 and 7 of thesecond row installation (see page).Followsteps1through4ofthesecond row installation

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

Your Vehicle at a Glance4AUDIO SYSTEM/REAR ENTERTAINMENTSYSTEMPARKING BRAKEPEDALFUEL FILLDOOR RELEASEHOOD RELEASEHANDLEPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESPOWERDOOR L

To remove slack, it may help to putweight on the child seat, or push onthe back of the seat while pulling upon the belt.Push and pull the child seatfo

Each second row bucket seat has atether anchorage point at the bottomof the seat-back.After properly securing the childseat (see page ), lift the head

Attach the tether strap hook to theanchor, making sure the strap isnot twisted.Tighten the strap according to theseat maker’s instructions.Remove 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

Booster seats can be high-back orlow-back. Whichever style you select,make sure the booster meets federalsafety standards (see page ) andthat you foll

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

This could result inserious neck injuries during a crash.This could causevery serious injuries during a crash.It also increases the chance that thechi

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully.If a label comes

U.S. models Canadian modelsCanadian modelsU.S. modelsSafety Labels58SUN VISORDOORJAMBMain MenuTable of Contents

＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.:Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance5POWER SLIDINGDOOR SWITCHESREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER

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

Control Locations60AUDIO SYSTEM/REAR ENTERTAINMENTSYSTEMPARKING BRAKEPEDALFUEL FILLDOOR RELEASEHOOD RELEASEHANDLEPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESPOWERDOOR LOCKSWI

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls61SUPPLEMENTA

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument Panel62SEAT BELT REMINDERINDICATORCRUISE C

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.See page .If this indicator comes on when theengine is run

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates that thepassenger’s sid

CONTINUEDThis indicator has three functions:It comes on as a reminder that youhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.It flashes when

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.If it comes on while driving, it meansthat o

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position. It willgooffifyouhaveinsertedaproperly-coded igniti

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If an indicator does not blinkor blinks rapidly, it usually meanso

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This indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See pagefor information on operating thecruise control.This indicator comes on when thewasher

This indicator comes on when thereis a system message in the multi-information display. Press the INFObutton on the steering wheel to seethe message (

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

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

In certain weather conditions,temperature readings near freezing(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice isforming on the road surface.On the Touring model, th

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

If you press the INFO button when‘‘AVERAGE SPEED’’ is displayed,the display changes to ‘‘TIREPRESSURE’’ using both segments.This display is a part of

Messages in the trip computerinclude:To reset the values in the tripcomputer, press the Select/Resetbutton, and hold it for about 1second.AVERAGE FUEL

The initial display in the lowersegment is shown above. Each timeyou press the SEL/RESET button onthe steering wheel, the displaychanges from ‘‘Odomet

This shows the remaining life of theengine oil. It shows 100% after theengine oil is replaced and the displayis reset. The engine oil life iscalculate

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

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

See page68, 83See page83See page33, 84See page85See page87See page32, 64, 88See page69, 89See page84, 309See page63, 86, 377See page63, 378See page63,

Release Parking BrakeIf you start driving without releasingthe parking brake, the multi-information display interrupts thecurrent display and shows‘‘R

Remove KeyIf you leave the key in the ignitionswitch in the LOCK (0) orACCESSORY (I) position and openthe driver’s door, you will see‘‘REMOVE KEY’’ in

Washer Fluid LowIf the fluid level in the windshieldwasher reservoir gets low, you willsee ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ in themulti-information display.Fuel L

Warning: Approaching ObjectThis message, and the indicator tothe left of the message, is a part ofthe parking sensor system. If you areapproaching too

Check VSA SystemIf there is a problem with the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system, youwill see ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ inthe multi-information display.

Check Emission SystemIf you see ‘‘CHECK EMISSIONSYSTEM’’ in the multi-informationdisplay, it means one of the engine’semission systems may have aprobl

Check ABS SystemIf there is a problem in the anti-lockbrake system (ABS), you will see‘‘CHECKABSSYSTEM’’inthemulti-information display. If you seethis

Check Left/Right Sliding DoorIf there is a problem in the powersliding door, the multi-informationdisplay shows ‘‘CHECK LEFTSLIDING DOOR’’ or ‘‘CHECKR

You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be t

Check DRL SystemIf there is a problem with theDaytime Running Light (DRL)System, you will see ‘‘CHECK DRLSYSTEM’’ in the multi-informationdisplay. If

Your vehicle is equipped with theMichelin PAX system. The PAXsystem uses the multi-informationdisplay to show you one of threemessages while you are d

You can also use the trip meterSELECT/RESET knob in theinstrument panel to select and enteryour selections while the multi-information display is in t

Press the SEL/RESET button againto select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’If you want to set the customizablevehicle control settings to the defaultsetting, press the

When DEFAULT ALL is completedsuccessfully, you will see the abovedisplay for several seconds, and thedisplay will return to ‘‘CUSTOMIZEENTRY.’’If DEFA

You can customize some of thevehicle control settings to yourpreference. Here are the settingsyou can customize.METER SET UP (see page )POSITION SET U

There are four custom settings itemsin the Meter Setup:LANGUAGE SELECTION (seepage )ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAY (see page )TRIP A & AVG. FUEL A RE

While the multi-information displayis showing ‘‘METER SETUP,’’ pressthe SEL/RESET button on thesteering wheel. The display changesto ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECT

When language selection issuccessfully completed, the displaychanges to the screen shown abovefor several seconds, then goes backto ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’

Press the SEL/RESET button. Thedisplay changes as shown above.The highlighted number is thecurrent adjustment above or belowthe outside temperature. P