Honda 2008 Element Manuale Utente

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

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

＊＊＊＊＊＊Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls97CARGO AREA COIN TRAYCARGO AREASIDE POCKETDOOR POCKETSVANITY MIRRORACCESSORYPOWERSOCKETBEVERA

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

To use the sun visor, pull it down.You can also use the sun visor at theside window. Remove the supportrod from the clip and swing the sunvisor toward

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The standard audio system hasmany features. This sectiondescribes those features and how touse them. (If you have an optionalaudio system, refer to th

Vents, Heating, and A/C102FAN CONTROL DIALTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALMODE CONTROL DIALRECIRCULATION BUTTONAIR CONDITIONING(A/C) BUTTONREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.Thesystemsh

Air flows from the defrostervents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be sever

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itma

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

Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C. TheA/C indicator does not come on inU.S. vehicle, if the A/C was off

CONTINUEDPlaying the AM/FM RadioFeatures107AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATORSCAN INDICATORSCAN BUTTONSEEK BAR AUTO SELECTBUTTONPRESET BUTTONSTUNE KNOBPRES

Playing the AM/FM Radio108PRESET BUTTONSAM/FMBUTTONU.S. EX and SC modelsTUNE KNOBSCAN BUTTONSTEREO INDICATORAUTO SELECT BUTTONSEEK/SKIP BUTTONSVOL/PWR

−−−−−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

− −−If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local a

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

Your vehicle is capable of receivingXMSatellite Radio anywhere in theUnited States, except Hawaii andAlaska.Satellite radio is only available on U.S.m

−−−XM radio receives signals from twosatellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Along w

−−The scan function givesyou sampling of all channels while inthe channel mode. In the categorymode, only the stations within thatcategory are scanned

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

−−−−−−The channelcurrently selected isno longerbroadcasting.The encryptioncode is beingupdated. Waituntil theencryption code isfully updated.Channels

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 DiscFeatures119REPEAT INDICATOREJECT BUTTONCD SLOTSEEK/SKIP BARCD SLOTRANDOM INDICATORRANDOM BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONDISPLAY BUTTONFOLDE

Playing a Disc120RANDOM INDICATORREPEATBUTTONDISPLAY BUTTONFOLDER KNOBRANDOM BUTTONU.S. EX and SC modelsSCANBUTTONEJECT BUTTONCD SLOTFOLDER INDICATORS

−−−−−−To load or play discs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.You operate the disc player with thesame controls used

− Each time youpress and release the , theplayer skips forward to thebeginning of the next track (files inMP3/WMA mode). Press andrelease the to skip

−−−−−This feature,when activated, replays all the fileson the selected folder in the orderthey are compressed in MP3/WMA.To activate folder repeat, pr

−−The scan function samplesall tracks/files on the selected disc inthe order they are recorded. Toactivate scan, press and hold theSCAN button until y

−＋−＋If you select an empty slot in themagazine, the changer will searchfor the next available disc to load andplay.An optional six disc changer isavai

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.However, you and your passengerscan’t ta

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

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takeyou

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe CD player or the magazine.When a disc is not being played,store it in its case to protect it fromdust and ot

Examples of these discs are shownto the right:Bubbled, wrinkled, labelled, and excessively thick discsDamaged discs Poor quality discsThe disc player/

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

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or theradio fuse is removed, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see

You can use the R button to quicklyset the time to the nearest hour.Press the R button while pressingthe CLOCK button. If the displayedtime is before

You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. If the displayed time isbefore the half hour, press the R(RESET) button to set the clockback to the p

▲▼The middle button adjusts thevolume up ( ) or down ( ). Pressthe top or bottom of the button andhold it until the desired volume isreached, then rel

Push in the cruise control masterbutton. The indicator in the buttoncomes on.Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeedabove25mph(40km/h).Press and relea

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

Cruise control may not hold the setspeed when you are going up anddown hills. If your speed increasesgoing down a hill, use the brakes toslow down. Th

When you push the CANCEL button,or tap the brake or clutch pedal, thesystem will remembers thepreviously set cruising speed. Toreturn to that speed, a

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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

Close the fuel fill door.Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least once. If youdo not properly tighten the cap,the malfunction indicator

Pull the support rod out of its clipand insert the end into the hole inthe hood.Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handl

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (orange tab).Wipe the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper

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

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

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

−−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

Lowering the vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit thatsignificantly reduces groundclearance can allow theundercarriage to hit speed bumpsor other r

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour vehicle’s handling, stabili

−The maximum load for your vehicleis 675 lbs for U.S. vehicles, and 308kg for Canadian vehiclesSee Tire And Loading Informationlabel attached to the d

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

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

If the cords are not installed, routeone cord through the loops as shown.To attach the hooks, press the top ofthe hook down, and slide to thedesired p

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...Driving Guidelines . 156...Preparing to Drive . 157...Starting the Engine . 158...

They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:The rest of this section gives moredeta

Because your vehicle rides higheroff the ground, it has a high centerof gravity that can cause it to rollover if you make abrupt turns. Utilityvehicle

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).M

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.If the engine fails to start, pressthe a

When slowing down, you can getextra braking from the engine byshifting to a lower gear. This extrabraking can help you maintain a safespeed and preven

Normal acceleration15 mph (24 km/h)25 mph (40 km/h)40 mph (64 km/h)48 mph (77 km/h)Shift up1st to 2nd2nd to 3rd3rd to 4th4th to 5thIf you exceed the m

−These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.To shift from any position, pressfirmly on the brake pedal, push the

−−−−Use neutral if youneed to restart a stalled engine, or ifit is necessary to stop briefly withthe engine idling. Shift to the Parkposition if you n

−−This position locksthe transmission in second gear. Itdoes not downshift to first gearwhen you come to a stop.Use second gear:To increase engine bra

Insert the key in the shift lockrelease slot.Push down on the key while youpressthereleasebuttonontheshift lever and move the shift leverout of Park t

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

−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 theirs

Constant application of the brakeswhen going down a long hill buildsup heat and reduces their effective-ness. Use the engine to assist thebrakes by ta

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads

If this indicator comes on, the anti-lock function of the braking systemhas shut down. The brakes still worklike a conventional system, butwithout ant

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

Each tire, including the spare, shouldbe checked monthly when cold andset to the recommended inflationpressure as specified in the vehicleplacard and

CONTINUEDThe VSA system indicator (see page) comes on and stays on whenthere is a problem with the VSAsystem. The VSA activation indicatorwill also co

VSA is turned on every time youstart the engine, even if you turned itoff the last time you drove thevehicle.Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes m

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily to carry passengers andtheir cargo. You can also use it totow a trailer if you carefully observethe load limit

To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 % of the loadtoward the front of the trailer and40 % toward the rear, then re-adjustthe load as ne

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

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

Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou ca

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

To avoid loss of control or rollover,be sure to follow all precautions andrecommendations.Be sure to store cargo properly,and do not exceed your vehic

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service, and inspect your vehiclefor any problems. Pay specialattention to th

Avoid driving through deep water. Ifyou encounter water in your route (asmall stream or large puddle, forexample), evaluate it carefully beforegoing a

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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

−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDCalculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80 % 71 %70 % 61 %60 % 51 %50 % 41 %40 % 31 %30 % 21 %20 % 16 %15 % 11 %10 % 6 %5

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

When the remaining engine oil life is5 to 1 percent, you will see a‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with thesame maintenance item code(s),everytimeyouturnthe

If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance, negative mileage isdisplayed and begins to blink afterthe vehicle has been driven 10 miles(10 km) or m

Your dealer will reset the displayafter completing the requiredmaintenance service. You will see‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the informationdisplay the next t

Your authorized Honda dealerknows your vehicle best and canprovide competent, efficient service.If you have the required servicedone but do not reset

＃−−−−−−U.S. Vehicles:According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarr

＊＊＃＃＊＃＊＊Maintenance Minder191:See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).Adjus

Fluid Locations192RADIATOR CAPENGINECOOLANTRESERVOIRWASHER FLUID(Blue cap)ENGINE OILFILL CAPPOWERSTEERING FLUID(Red cap)ENGINE OILDIPSTICK(Orange tab)

The oil viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.5W-20 oil is formulated for year-round protection of your vehicle toimprove cold weath

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.Open the hood, and

Remove the oil filter and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Install a new oil filter according tothe

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

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

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.Pourthecoolantslowlyandcarefully so you do not spill any.Clean u

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean c

Put a new washer on the filler bolt,then reinstall the filler bolt andtighten it securely.If Honda MTF is not available, youmay use an SAE 10W-30 or 1

Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid II only.Do not use automatic transmissionfluid (ATF).The rear differential should bedrained and refilled with new fluidaccor

A low power steering fluid level canindicate a leak in the system. Checkthe fluid level frequently, and havethe system inspected as soon aspossible.To

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area or pull a trailer,readjustment may be requ

Reinstall the rubber weather seal.Make sure it is right side up; it ismarked ‘‘TOP.’’Install the new bulb into the hole,making sure the tabs are in th

Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.(Driver’s side)Install the f

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

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.The front side marker light is nextto the headligh

Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is working.When reinstalling the

Open the hatch. Remove the lightassembly cover by pushing in onthe tabs on both sides and pullingthe cover down.Remove the socket from the lightassemb

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, areas that aregetting hard, or

Slide the new wiper blade into theholder until the tabs lock.Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.Lower the wi

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely

While tubeless tires have someability to self-seal if they arepunctured, you should look closelyfor punctures if a tire starts losingpressure.The foll

Thecompactsparetirepressureis:For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold tire pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.For additional

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

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

＋It is best to replace all four tires atthesametime.Ifthatisnotpossibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing

Mount tire chains on your tires whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Install them only on thefront tires.Because your vehicle has limited

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

Fill the fuel tank.Block the rear wheels.If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on jackstands so thetires are off th

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

Check the inflation pressure of thecompact spare tire every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:Use the compact spare tire as atemp

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 to stopthat

Push the rear edge of the handleto raise the handle loop and pull upthe loop to raise the cargo areafloor.Unscrew the wing bolt, and takethe spare tir

Locate the jacking point nearestthetireyouneedtochange.Itispointed to by an arrow molded intothe underside of the body. Placethe jack under the jackin

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

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

Store the jack in its holder. Turnthe jack’s end bracket to lock it inplace. Store the tools.Remove the center cap from theflat tire, and store it in

Remove the small round plug fromthe cargo area floor by pushing itfromthebacksidetomakeahole.Storetheremovedpluginaplaceyou can easily remember.Reinst

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

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

Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.You cannot start your vehicle with anautomatic transmission by pushingo

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

If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should star

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

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

This system uses the same sensorsas the front airbags to monitorwhether the front seat belts arelatched or unlatched, and how muchweight is on the fro

The lap/shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then t

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

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must

Airbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your Airbags24(1)(3)(5)(4)(13)(7)(5)(4)(6)(10)(12)(11)(8) (2)(9)(10)(14)(15)(6) Driver’s Seat Pos

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

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

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact,side impact, or rollover.Sensors that can det

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

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

CONTINUEDYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andch

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.When the airbag is turned off, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator inth

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

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.To

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:If the SRS indica

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenautomatically shut off. It doesmean there is a problem with yourside airbags.When yo

If the indicator comes on with nofront seat passenger and no objectson the seat, or with an adult ridingthere, something may be interferingwith the we

Your Element has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higherground clearance has many advantages for of

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

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

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

−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

−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.

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

A child who is at least 1 year old, andwho fits within the child seat maker’sweight and height limits, should berestrained in a forward-facing,upright

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.In seatin

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

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Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.To install a LATCH-compatibl

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Remove the head restraint (seepage ). Make sure t

With the child seat in the desiredseating position, route the beltthrough the child seat accordingto the seat maker’s instructions,then insert the lat

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the chil

Since a tether can provide additionalsecurity to the lap/shoulder beltinstallation, we recommend using atether whenever one is required oravailable.Af

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

A side airbag also poses risks. If anypart of a larger child’s body is in thepath of a deploying side airbag, thechild could receive possibly seriousi

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

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

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

＊＊: If equippedControl Locations58HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLSCRUISE CONTROLBUTTONSAUDIO SYSTEM(P.102)PARKING BRAKE(P.93)(P.80)POWER WINDOWSWITCHES(P.107)I

＊ The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.:Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls59CRUISE CONT

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

If either of you do not fasten yourseat belt while driving, the beeperwill sound and the indicator will flashagain at regular intervals. For moreinfor

If this indicator comes on when theignition switch is turned to the ON(II) position and the parking brake isreleased, it means there is a problemin th

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 has three functions:Itcomesonasareminderthatyouhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.It flashes when VSA is active (

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.If this indicator comes on and stayson at an

How to operate the heating and airconditioning system, the audiosystem, and other conveniencefeatures.A convenient reference to thesections in this ma

This shows the number of miles (U.S.)or kilometers (Canada) driven sinceyou last reset it.Each trip meter works independently,so you can keep track of

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 information display in theinstrument panel shows you theengine oil life and maintenanceservice items when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) pos

＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.1:2 : If equippedControls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls69HEADLIGHTS/

−−−−−−−−−Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers are not activated.The wipers run at low speed.The wipers run at high speed.Rot

−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever w

− Push the lever backuntilyouhearaclicktoturnonthehigh beams. The blue high beamindicator will come on (see page ).Pull the lever back again to lowbea

The rear window defogger will clearfog, frost, and thin ice from thewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The indicator inthe button

To adjust the steering wheel upwardor downward:Push the lever under the left sideof the steering column all the waydown.Move the steering wheel up ord

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in that position.Make sure you have securelylocked the steering wheel in placeby trying to move it up and

Your Vehicle at a Glance4POWER DOORLOCK SWITCHMIRROR CONTROLSPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESA/T model is shown.HOOD RELEASEHANDLEHEATING/COOLINGCONTROLSAUTOMATIC

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

−−−Pressthisbuttononceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the passenger’s doorand the hatch. Some exterior lightswill flash twice each

＋▽◎To replace the battery, remove theround cover on the back of thetransmitter by turning itcounterclockwise with a coin. Inserta new battery with the

−−−−If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may make it difficultto turn the key. Firmly turn thesteering wheel to the left or right asyou

The lock tab on the passenger’s doorlocks and unlocks only that door.Pulling up on the driver’s door locktab only unlocks the driver’s door.To lock th

Lock the hatch by pushing downthe lock tab on the driver’s door(see page ), or by using themaster key in the driver’s doorlock.Lock or unlock the hatc

See page for information oncargo loading. Keep the tailgate andthe hatch closed at all times whiledriving to avoid damaging them, andto prevent exhaus

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.13 15To change the seat-back angle of thefr

To adjust the height of the driver’sseat, turn the dial on the outside ofthe seat bottom.To change the angle of the rear seat-back, pull the strap at

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.15Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in a

＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.1:2 : If equippedYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance5HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGN

You can recline the seat-backs on thefront seats so they are level with therear seat cushions, making a largecushioned area. To do this:Adjust the fro

To create more cargo space, you canfold up each rear seat to each sidewall separately.Lower the head restraint to itslowest position.Pull the seat-bac

A fastening strap is attached to theinside of the seat cushion. Whilepushing the seat up and towardthesidewall,hookthefasteningstraptothegrabrail.Fold

Both seats can be removed to givemore cargo capacity. To remove aseat:Pull the release strap on the seatsupport to unlock the seat support.Remove the

Reverse this procedure to reinstallthe seat. Make sure the seats aresecurely locked in place beforedriving.Hold the steel handle next to thelock lever

−−If the MAIN switch is OFF, thepassenger’s window cannot be raisedor lowered. Keep the MAIN switchoffwhenyouhavechildreninthevehicle so they do not i

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

To open a rear window, pull the levertowards you, then push it out until itlocks. To close the rear window pullthe lever towards you, then push itback

Turn off the engine, and set theparkingbrake.Thenpulldownthelever, squeeze both sides of the pivotwhile pushing up the red tab in thelever, and pull t

With the rear seats in their uprightposition, store the skylight, facedown in its bag in the cargo area.Secure the bag with four hooks onthe cargo are