2023 Honda CR-V SUV Driving User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

Driving for Your Honda CR-V SUV 2023

Driving  
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.  
Before Driving...................................460  
Towing a Trailer................................465  
Towing Behind a Motorhome ..........466  
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines  
General Information......................... 467  
Important Safety Precautions............467  
Avoiding Trouble .............................468  
When Driving  
Turning on the Power ......................469  
Precautions While Driving.................475  
Transmission....................................476  
Shifting............................................477  
SPORT Mode....................................483  
Deceleration Paddle Selector............ 484  
Honda Sensing®................................ 503  
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) ....506  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow .......517  
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 534  
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System....543  
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 548  
Radar Sensor ................................... 550  
Braking  
Brake System................................... 551  
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)........... 557  
Brake Assist System ......................... 558  
Parking Your Vehicle........................ 559  
Multi-View Rear Camera.................. 570  
Refueling........................................... 572  
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions.... 575  
ECON Mode .................................... 487  
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System...... 488  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA  
), aka Electronic  
®
Stability Control (ESC), System .............. 489  
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 491  
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control  
SystemTM ........................................ 492  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).. 493  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -  
Required Federal Explanation ......... 497  
Blind spot information System*........... 499  
High Voltage Battery........................ 502  
* Not available on all models  
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Before Driving  
Driving Preparation  
Check the following items before you start driving.  
1Exterior Checks  
Exterior Checks  
■
NOTICE  
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior  
When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around  
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force  
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim  
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid  
further freezing.  
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.  
You will be unable to insert the key if the water  
freezes in the hole.  
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.  
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.  
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of  
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.  
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel  
or wheel components.  
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.  
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.  
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.  
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.  
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 606  
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite  
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a  
fire. If you've parked your vehicle for an extended  
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have  
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have  
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a  
small animal. Also, check under the hood for leftover  
flammable materials after you or someone else has  
performed maintenance on your vehicle.  
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.  
u There are blind spots from the inside.  
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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation  
1Interior Checks  
Interior Checks  
■
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not  
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry  
heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming  
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.  
• Store or secure all items on board properly.  
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's  
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.  
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 463  
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.  
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden  
braking.  
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor  
mat.  
u An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator  
pedal operation while driving.  
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.  
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.  
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.  
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 163  
• Adjust your seating position properly.  
u Adjust the head restraint, too.  
2 Seats P. 208  
2 Adjusting the Front Head Restraints P. 215  
• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.  
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.  
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 205  
2 Mirrors P. 206  
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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation  
• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the  
seats.  
u They can interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, the operation  
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.  
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.  
2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 51  
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the  
vehicle, and go off soon after.  
u Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.  
2 Indicators P. 90  
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uuBefore DrivinguMaximum Load Limit  
Maximum Load Limit  
1Maximum Load Limit  
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire  
and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.  
3
WARNING  
Overloading or improper loading  
can affect handling and stability  
and cause a crash in which you  
can be hurt or killed.  
Label Example  
Follow all load limits and other  
loading guidelines in this manual.  
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):  
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all  
occupants, all accessories and all cargo.  
2 Specifications P. 668  
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and  
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.  
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -  
(1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and  
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your  
vehicle’s placard.  
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):  
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.  
2 Specifications P. 668  
(2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers  
that will be riding in your vehicle.  
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers  
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.  
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and  
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount  
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in  
your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load  
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)  
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uuBefore DrivinguMaximum Load Limit  
1Maximum Load Limit  
(5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being  
loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the  
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.  
(6)If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will  
be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to  
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage  
load capacity of your vehicle.  
Towing a Trailer:  
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your  
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.  
2 Towing a Trailer P. 465  
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,  
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the  
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight  
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.  
Load Limits Example  
Example1  
Max Load  
850 lbs  
(385 kg)  
Passenger Weight  
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs  
(68 kg x 2 = 136 kg)  
Cargo Weight  
550 lbs  
(249 kg)  
Example2  
Max Load  
850 lbs  
(385 kg)  
Passenger Weight  
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs  
(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg)  
Cargo Weight  
100 lbs  
(45 kg)  
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Towing a Trailer  
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your  
warranties.  
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uuTowing a TraileruTowing Behind a Motorhome  
Towing Behind a Motorhome  
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs  
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.  
2 Emergency Towing P. 663  
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Off-Highway Driving Guidelines  
General Information  
Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement, however, its higher  
ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads. It is not  
designed for trail-blazing, or other challenging off-highway activities.  
1Off-Highway Driving Guidelines  
3
WARNING  
Improperly operating this vehicle on or off-  
pavement can cause a crash or rollover in  
which you and your passengers could be  
seriously injured or killed.  
If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you will find that it requires somewhat  
different driving skills and that your vehicle will handle somewhat differently than it  
does on pavement. Pay attention to the precautions and tips in this section, and get  
acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement.  
• Follow all instructions and guidelines in  
this owner’s manual.  
• Keep your speed low, and don’t drive  
faster than conditions permit.  
Important Safety Precautions  
To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to follow all precautions and  
recommendations:  
• Be sure to store cargo properly and do not exceed your cargo load limits.  
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 463  
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result  
in a crash or a rollover.  
2 Important Handling Information P. 44  
2 Precautions While Driving P. 475  
• Whenever you drive, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.  
• Keep your speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow.  
• It’s up to you to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits.  
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uuOff-Highway Driving GuidelinesuAvoiding Trouble  
Avoiding Trouble  
• Check Out Your Vehicle before you leave the pavement and make sure that all  
scheduled maintenance has been completed. Pay special attention to the  
condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures.  
• Remember the route you choose presents limits (too steep or bumpy), you have  
limits (driving skill and comfort), and your vehicle has limits (traction, stability, and  
power). Failing to recognize these limits will likely put you and your passengers in  
a hazardous situation.  
• Accelerating and Braking should be done slowly and gradually. Trying to start  
or stop too fast can cause a loss of traction and you could lose control.  
• Avoiding Obstacles and Debris in the road reduces the likelihood of a rollover  
or damage to your suspension or other components.  
• Driving on Slopes increases your risk of a rollover, particularly if you attempt to  
drive across a slope that is too steep. Going straight up or down a slope is usually  
the safest. If you can’t clearly see all conditions or obstacles on a slope, walk it  
before you drive it. If there is any doubt whether you can safely pass, don’t try it.  
Find another route. If you get stuck when climbing, do not try to turn around.  
Back down slowly following the same route you took up the hill.  
• Crossing a Stream - Avoid driving through deep water. If you encounter water  
in your route (a small stream or large puddle, for example), evaluate it carefully  
before going ahead. Make sure it is shallow, flowing slowly, and has firm ground  
underneath. If you are not sure of the depth or the ground, turn around and find  
another route. Driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. The  
water can get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and  
causing an eventual failure. It can also wash the grease out of the wheel bearings.  
• If You Get Stuck, carefully go in the direction that you think will get you  
unstuck. Do not spin the tires as this will only make things worse and could  
damage the transmission. If you are unable to free yourself, your vehicle will need  
to be towed. Front and rear tow hooks are provided for this purpose.  
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When Driving  
Turning on the Power  
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) comes on for 15 seconds  
when you pull up the electric parking  
brake switch.  
1Turning on the Power  
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when  
starting the power system.  
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in  
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400  
meters).  
When turning on the power system in cold weather,  
turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights,  
climate control system, and rear defogger in order to  
reduce 12V-battery drain.  
Electric Parking Brake Switch  
Brake Pedal  
2. Depress the brake pedal.  
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can  
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle  
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with  
the engine or exhaust system.  
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from  
theft. If an improperly coded device is used, the  
power system does not activate.  
2 Immobilizer System P. 178  
When you set the power mode to ON, you may feel  
as if the brake pedal is sinking down. This is normal.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power  
3. Without depressing the accelerator pedal,  
press the POWER button while depressing  
the brake pedal.  
4. Check the READY indicator.  
u Keep depressing the brake pedal until  
the READY indicator comes on.  
u The READY indicator comes on when  
the power system is on and you can start  
driving.  
u If the outside temperature is extremely  
low, you cannot drive until conditions are  
improved. In this case, the READY  
indicator does not come on and a  
warning message appears on the driver  
information interface.  
1Turning on the Power  
Bring the keyless remote close to the POWER button  
if the battery in the keyless remote is weak.  
2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak  
P. 645  
The power system may not activate if the keyless  
remote is subjected to strong radio waves.  
Do not hold the POWER button to start the power  
system.  
If the power system does not start, wait at least 30  
seconds before trying again.  
The engine may not run when the vehicle is ready for  
driving.  
You can start driving with the READY indicator on.  
If you press the POWER button while depressing the  
brake pedal with the READY indicator on, the power  
mode is set to VEHICLE OFF and you cannot start  
driving.  
2 Driver Information Interface  
Warning and Information Messages  
P. 109  
2 READY Indicator P. 93  
Stopping the Power System  
■
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.  
1. Put the transmission into (P.  
2. Press the POWER button.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power  
1Remote Engine Start  
Remote Engine Start  
■
You can remotely turn the power system on using the keyless remote.  
3
WARNING  
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic and can  
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly  
enclosed areas.  
■ To turn the power system on  
Press the  
the  
button, then press and hold  
button.  
Go within the range,  
and try again.  
Some exterior lights flash once.  
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and  
even kill you.  
LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.  
Never use the remote engine starter with  
the vehicle parked in a garage or other  
areas with limited ventilation.  
The remote engine start may violate local laws.  
Before using the remote engine start, check your  
local laws.  
If there are buildings and obstacles between your  
vehicle and the remote, the range will be reduced.  
This distance may vary by external electrical  
interference.  
Some exterior lights flash six  
times if the power system  
starts successfully.  
Exterior lights will not flash  
if the power system does  
not start.  
The power system is on for up to 10 minutes without you starting the vehicle.  
To extend the time for another 10 minutes during the first 10 minutes, press the  
button, then press and hold the  
button.  
u Some exterior lights flash six times if a 10-minute extension request was  
transmitted successfully.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power  
■ To turn the power system off  
1Remote Engine Start  
The power system may not be turned on by the  
remote engine start if:  
• You have disabled a remote engine start setting  
using the driver information interface* or audio/  
information screen*.  
Go within the range,  
and try again.  
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote is out of  
the keyless access system range.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
• The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).  
• The transmission is in a position other than (P.  
• The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is  
unlocked.  
The power system will not be turned off.  
• You have already used the remote twice to turn the  
power system on.  
• Another registered keyless remote is in the vehicle.  
• There is an antenna failure.  
• The door is unlocked with the built-in key.  
• The engine oil pressure is low.  
• The engine coolant temperature is extremely high.  
• The security system alarm is not set.  
Press and hold the  
button for one  
second.  
The exterior lights flash once if the power system off successfully.  
1To turn the power system off  
The power system may be turned off while it is on if:  
• You do not start the vehicle within 10 minutes of  
turning the power system on with the button on  
the keyless remote.  
• The power system is turned off by using the keyless  
remote.  
• The door is unlocked with the built-in key.  
• The hood is open.  
• The transmission is in a position other than (P.  
• The engine coolant temperature is extremely high.  
• The engine oil pressure is low.  
• The Malfunction Indicator Lamp comes on if there  
is a problem with the emissions control systems.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power  
1Remote Engine Start  
While the power system is on, the vehicle will  
automatically precondition inside the vehicle.  
When it is warm outside:  
• The climate control system is activated in  
recirculation mode.  
When it is cold outside:  
• The defroster is activated at a moderately warm  
temperature.  
• The rear defogger and door mirror heaters* are  
activated.  
• The seat and heated steering wheel are activated*  
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 233  
2 Seat Heaters* P. 234  
* Not available on all models  
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uuWhen DrivinguTurning on the Power  
1Starting to Drive  
Starting to Drive  
When the power system is turned on using the  
■
When the power system is turned on using the  
button on the keyless remote  
button on the keyless remote  
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal, then press the POWER button.  
The power system is turned off when the  
transmission is taken out of (P before the POWER  
button is pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to  
drive.  
When the power system is turned on in any case  
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, check that the READY indicator is on,  
then put the transmission into (D. Select (R when reversing.  
3. With the parking brake is applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the  
accelerator pedal.  
u Make sure the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) goes off.  
2 Parking Brake P. 551  
You can also release the parking brake by pressing  
the electric parking brake switch while depressing the  
brake pedal. When facing downhill, you can start  
your vehicle more smoothly by manually releasing it  
with the electric parking brake switch than by  
releasing it with the accelerator pedal.  
As a hybrid vehicle, the sounds and vibrations from  
the engine may be absent even though the vehicle is  
ready for driving. It also makes you fail to recognize  
that you can start.  
Make sure to check if the READY indicator is on  
before you start to drive.  
■ Hill start assist system  
1Hill start assist system  
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from  
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.  
Put the transmission into (D when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill, then  
release the brake pedal.  
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from  
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and  
will not operate on small inclines.  
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking  
brake.  
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA® is  
switched off.  
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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving  
Precautions While Driving  
1Precautions While Driving  
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle  
■
NOTICE  
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.  
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:  
Do not change the shift position while pressing the  
accelerator pedal. You could damage the  
transmission.  
• Take corners at slower speeds than you would with a passenger vehicle.  
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.  
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that you would raise the center of gravity.  
• Do not carry heavy cargo on roof.  
• Roof load capacity is 165 lbs (75 kg), available roof racks/carriers may have lower  
capacities. Please check accessory's information (Honda accessory).  
NOTICE  
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an  
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in  
the full left or right position for a while, the electric  
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system  
goes into a protective mode, and limits its  
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder  
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,  
the EPS system is restored.  
In Rain  
■
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or  
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.  
Repeated operation under these conditions can  
eventually damage the system.  
Other Precautions  
■
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.  
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTransmission  
Transmission  
1Precautions While Driving  
Creeping  
■
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while  
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering  
and brake power assist functions will stop, making it  
difficult to control the vehicle.  
As with a conventional gasoline-powered vehicle with an automatic transmission,  
this vehicle will creep.  
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.  
Do not select (N while driving as you will lose  
regenerative braking (and acceleration) performance.  
Kickdown  
■
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the vehicle  
to react similar to an automatic transmission vehicle, unexpectedly increasing vehicle  
speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and  
curves.  
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,  
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so  
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.  
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km)  
after purchasing your new vehicle or replacing the  
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.  
1Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle  
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result  
in a crash or a rollover.  
2 Important Handling Information P. 44  
2 Precautions While Driving P. 475  
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting  
Shifting  
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.  
1Shifting  
3
WARNING  
■ Shift button positions  
The vehicle can roll away if left unattended  
without confirming that Park is engaged.  
Park  
Used when parking or turning the power  
on or off.  
Transmission is locked.  
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash  
resulting in serious injury or death.  
Reverse  
Used when reversing.  
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal  
until you have confirmed that (P is shown  
on the shift position indicator.  
Neutral  
Transmission is not locked.  
Drive  
●
While the High Voltage battery level is full, or the  
High Voltage battery temperature is low,  
Used for normal driving.  
●
The deceleration paddle selector can be  
regenerative braking may become less effective.  
used temporarily.  
The deceleration paddle selector can be  
●
To prevent malfunction and unintended  
engagement:  
used when SPORT mode is on.  
• Do not spill any liquids on or around shift buttons.  
• Do not place or drop any objects on or around shift  
buttons.  
• Do not let passengers or children operate the shift  
buttons.  
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting  
■ (P (parking) button  
(P Button  
1Shifting  
The shift position changes to (P when you  
press the (P button while the vehicle is  
parked with the power mode in ON.  
The indicators on the sides of the (P button  
come on.  
The beeper sounds and the message appears on the  
driver information interface when you depress the  
accelerator pedal with the shift position in (N.  
2 Driver Information Interface Warning and  
Information Messages P. 109  
Change the shift position to (D or (R with the brake  
pedal depressed.  
You may occasionally find that it takes longer than  
usual for the vehicle to start moving when you select  
(R, release the brake pedal, and/or depress the  
accelerator pedal. This may occur when the High  
Voltage battery level is extremely low, and does not  
indicate a vehicle malfunction.  
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting  
1Shift Operation  
Shift Operation  
■
NOTICE  
When you change (D to (R and vice versa, come to  
a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed.  
Operating the shift button before the vehicle has  
come to a complete standstill can damage the  
transmission.  
Shift Position Indicator  
(Transmission System Indicator)  
Deceleration Paddle Selector  
Indicator  
Use the shift position indicator and the shift button  
indicator to check the shift position before selecting a  
shift button.  
If the indicator of the currently selected shift position,  
or all the shift position indicators are blinking  
simultaneously, there is a problem with the  
transmission.  
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission  
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.  
Press the (P button.  
Press back the (R button.  
Press the (N button.  
Press the (D button.  
When shifting positions in extremely low  
temperatures (-22°F/-30°C), there may be a short  
delay before the shift position is displayed. Always  
confirm you are in the correct shift position before  
driving.  
The beeper sounds once when you change to (R.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
Shift Button  
Indicator  
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting  
■ When opening the driver’s door  
1When opening the driver’s door  
If you open the driver’s door under the following conditions, the shift position  
automatically changes to (P.  
While the system is designed to automatically change  
the shift position to (P under the described  
conditions, in the interest of safety you should always  
select (P before opening the driver’s door.  
Make sure to park the vehicle in a safe place.  
2 When Stopped P. 559  
• The vehicle is stationary with the power mode in ON, or moving at 1 mph (2 km/h)  
or slower.  
• The transmission is in other than (P.  
• You have unfastened the driver side seat belt.  
u If you manually change the shift position from (P with the brake pedal  
depressed, the shift position will automatically return to (P once you release  
the brake pedal.  
If you want to drive the vehicle after the shift position  
has automatically changed to (P under the described  
conditions, close the door, fasten the seat belt,  
depress the brake pedal, then change the shift  
position.  
■ When turning off the power mode  
If you turn the power system off while the vehicle is stationary, and the transmission  
is in other than (P, the shift position automatically changes to (P.  
If you leave the vehicle, turn off the power system  
and lock the doors.  
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting  
■ If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode]  
With the power system on:  
1If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash  
mode]  
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.  
2. Press and release the (N button.  
To keep the vehicle in (N position, you can also  
follow this procedure:  
While the power system is on, select (N, and then  
within five seconds, press the POWER button.  
u (N (Neutral) hold mode will appear on the driver information interface.  
3. Press the (N button again and hold it for two seconds.  
u The vehicle will enter car wash mode, which must be used when your vehicle  
is pulled through a conveyor type automatic car wash where you or an  
attendant do not remain in the vehicle.  
Note that the transmission may not stay in (N  
position while any of the following indicators is on:  
• Transmission system indicator.  
If you want to cancel car wash mode, select a position other than (N.  
• Malfunction indicator lamp.  
• Charging system indicator.  
If the POWER button is pressed after car wash  
mode has been activated, the power mode  
will change to ACCESSORY and a message  
will be displayed on the driver information  
interface.  
u For 15 minutes the transmission remains  
in (N with the power mode will remain  
in ACCESSORY. After that, the  
transmission automatically changes to  
(P.  
u Manually changing to (P cancels  
ACCESSORY mode. The (P indicator  
comes on and the power mode changes  
to OFF. You must always put the  
transmission into (P when car wash  
mode is no longer needed.  
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting  
■ Restrictions on selecting a shift position  
You cannot select a shift position under certain circumstances that may lead to a crash.  
When the  
transmission is in: circumstances:  
1. Under these  
2. If you try to change to 3. The shift position  
How to change the  
shift position  
the following:  
remains in/changes to:  
The brake pedal is not  
depressed.  
(P  
(N  
(P  
The accelerator pedal is  
depressed.  
Release the accelerator  
pedal and depress the  
brake pedal.  
The vehicle is moving at low  
speed without the brake pedal  
depressed.  
Other shift position  
The vehicle is moving at low  
speed with the accelerator  
pedal depressed.  
(N  
(N or (D  
(R or (N  
The vehicle is moving forward.  
The vehicle is moving backward.  
The vehicle is moving.  
(R  
(D  
(P  
Park your vehicle in a  
safe place.  
(R, (N, or (D  
Make sure that the  
READY indicator  
comes on.  
A shift position other than  
(P or (N  
(P or (N  
The READY indicator is not on.  
(P or (N  
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uuWhen DrivinguSPORT Mode  
SPORT Mode  
SPORT Mode Indicator  
SPORT Button  
To turn the SPORT mode on and off, press the SPORT button.  
The SPORT mode increases engine performance and handling.  
This mode is not recommended for fuel economy enhancement, but suitable for  
driving on hills or through curves on mountain roads.  
The SPORT mode is turned off every time you turn on the power system, even if you  
turned it on the last time you drove the vehicle.  
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uuWhen DrivinguDeceleration Paddle Selector  
Deceleration Paddle Selector  
When you release the accelerator pedal, you can control the rate of deceleration  
without removing your hands from the steering wheel. Using the deceleration  
paddle selector situated on the steering wheel, you can sequentially shift through  
four stages of deceleration.  
When descending a hill, you can use the deceleration paddle selector to help  
maintain the rate of deceleration, thereby allowing you to keep a safe distance  
between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.  
1Deceleration Paddle Selector  
3
CAUTION  
Rapidly increasing the deceleration rate by  
quickly shifting the deceleration paddle  
selector can cause the tires to skid, resulting  
in a crash that could injure or kill someone.  
The default deceleration stage is . Each  
paddle selector operation makes a single  
stage deceleration change.  
Decrease  
Always maintain a reasonable rate of  
deceleration.  
u The deceleration stage may not change if  
Deceleration  
Stage  
If you are descending a hill when you select stage  
the vehicle may enter stage  
,
you keep the paddle selector pulled  
back.  
.
If you pull back right and left paddle selector at the  
same time, the deceleration stage may not change.  
Increase  
To select the different stages of deceleration:  
• Pull back the (+ selector (right side) to decrease the deceleration stage.  
• Pull back the (- selector (left side) to increase the deceleration stage.  
Pull the (+ selector for a few seconds when you want to cancel the deceleration  
paddle selector.  
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uuWhen DrivinguDeceleration Paddle Selector  
1Deceleration Paddle Selector  
When to use  
In the following situations, the stage may not change  
and the stage icon will blink even if you pull back the  
selector. The deceleration stage may decrease or  
cancel automatically:  
• The High Voltage battery is fully charged or its  
temperature is too cold or too hot.  
Shift position is in (D  
Deceleration Stage  
When SPORT mode is  
OFF, the deceleration  
stage appears.  
When SPORT mode is  
ON, the deceleration  
stage and M appear.  
• The speed of the vehicle is beyond the deceleration  
range with SPORT mode off.  
• Hybrid system protection is needed.  
• The paddle selector is operated while your vehicle  
is stopped automatically by ACC with Low Speed  
Follow.  
If either paddle selector is operated, ACC with Low  
Speed Follow will cancel automatically.  
Paddle Selector  
Increase the deceleration stage  
when pulling the (- paddle  
selector (left side)  
Decrease the deceleration stage  
when pulling the (+ paddle  
selector (right side)  
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uuWhen DrivinguDeceleration Paddle Selector  
■ When SPORT mode is OFF  
If you pull back the paddle selector, the rate of deceleration will change temporarily,  
and the stage will appear in the driver information interface.  
When you want to cancel the deceleration paddle selector, pull the (+ selector  
(right side) for a few seconds.  
The deceleration paddle selector will cancel automatically and deceleration stage in  
the driver information interface disappear when you drive with constant speed,  
situations of acceleration and decelerate just before stopping your vehicle.  
■ When SPORT mode is ON  
If you pull back the paddle selector, the rate of deceleration will change and the  
stage along with M will appear in the driver information interface. The deceleration  
stage will not cancel automatically while SPORT mode is ON.  
When you want to cancel the deceleration paddle selector, turn the SPORT mode  
OFF, or pull the (+ selector (right side) for a few seconds. When canceled,  
deceleration stage in the driver information interface disappears.  
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uuWhen DrivinguECON Mode  
ECON Mode  
1ECON Mode  
While in ECON mode, the climate control system has  
greater temperature fluctuation.  
The ECON button turns the ECON mode on and off.  
The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the  
performance of the climate control system and the accelerator pedal response.  
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uuWhen DrivinguAcoustic Vehicle Alerting System  
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System  
Alerts pedestrians when the vehicle transmission is in a position other than (P and  
is traveling at speeds of 22 mph (36 km/h) or less.  
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uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic  
Stability Control (ESC), System  
VSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less  
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.  
It does so by regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.  
1Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control  
(ESC), System  
The VSA® may not function properly if tire type and  
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and  
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.  
VSA® Operation  
When the VSA® system indicator comes on and stays on  
while driving, there may be a problem with the system.  
While this may not interfere with normal driving, have  
your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.  
■
When VSA® activates, you may notice that the  
engine and motor do not respond to the  
accelerator. You may also notice some noise  
from the hydraulic brake system. You will also  
see the indicator blink.  
VSA® System  
Indicator  
VSA® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations  
and does not control the entire braking system. You  
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate  
for the conditions and always leave a sufficient  
margin of safety.  
The main function of the VSA® system is generally  
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The  
system also includes a traction control function.  
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation  
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire  
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM  
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System  
(Amber) may come on along with a message in the  
Driver Information Interface after reconnecting the  
12V-battery. Drive a short distance at more than 12  
mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does  
not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
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uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System  
1Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control  
VSA® On and Off  
■
(ESC), System  
This button is on the driver side control panel.  
To partially disable VSA® functionality/  
features, press and hold it until you hear a  
beep.  
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets  
stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it may be easier  
to free it with the VSA® temporarily switched off.  
When the  
button is pressed, the traction control  
function becomes less effective. This allows for the  
wheels to spin more freely at low speed. You should  
only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA® off if  
you are not able to free it when the VSA® is on.  
Your vehicle will have normal braking and  
cornering ability, but traction control function  
will be less effective.  
VSA® OFF Indicator  
To restore VSA® functionality/features, press  
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to  
switch VSA® on again. We do not recommend driving  
your vehicle with the VSA® system switched off.  
the  
(VSA® OFF) button until you hear a  
beep.  
You may hear a motor sound coming from the  
engine compartment while system checks are being  
performed immediately after turning the power  
system on or while driving. This is normal.  
VSA® is turned on every time you turn the  
power system on, even if you turned it off the  
last time you drove the vehicle.  
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uuWhen DrivinguAgile Handling Assist  
Agile Handling Assist  
Lightly brakes each of the front and rear wheels, as needed, when you turn the  
steering wheel, and helps support the vehicle’s stability and performance during  
cornering.  
1Agile Handling Assist  
The agile handling assist cannot enhance stability in  
all driving situations. You still need to drive and  
corner at speeds appropriate for the conditions and  
always leave a sufficient margin of safety.  
When the VSA® system indicator comes on and stays  
on while driving, the agile handling assist does not  
activate.  
You may hear a sound coming from the engine  
compartment while the agile handling assist is  
activated. This is normal.  
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uuWhen DrivinguReal Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM  
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM  
Your vehicle is equipped with the AWD system. When the system senses a loss of  
front wheel traction, it automatically transfers some power to the rear wheels. This  
allows you to utilize all available traction and may increase mobility.  
1Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control SystemTM  
NOTICE  
Do not continuously spin the front tires of your  
vehicle. Continuously spinning the front tires can  
cause transmission or rear differential damage.  
You still need to exercise the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking  
that you would in a two wheel drive vehicle.  
The AWD system may not function properly if tire  
type and size are mixed. Make sure to use the same  
size and type of tire, and the air pressures as  
specified.  
If you excessively spin all four wheels and overheat the AWD system, only the front  
wheels receive power. Stop until the system cools down.  
2 Tire and Wheel Replacement P. 612  
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
Instead of directly measuring the pressure in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle  
monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each  
wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are  
significantly under-inflated.  
The system does not monitor the tires when driving  
at low speed.  
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and  
altitude change directly affect tire pressure and can  
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on.  
This will cause the low tire pressure/TPMS  
indicator to come on and a message to appear  
on the driver information interface.  
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS indicator  
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:  
• Warm weather can become under-inflated in  
colder weather.  
• Cold weather can become overinflated in warmer  
weather.  
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will not come  
on as a result of overinflation.  
The TPMS may not function properly if tire type and  
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and  
type of tire.  
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 606  
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on  
with a delay or may not come on at all when:  
• You rapidly accelerate, decelerate, or turn the  
steering wheel.  
• You drive on snowy or slippery roads.  
• Tire chains are used.  
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on  
under the following conditions:  
• There is a heavier and uneven load on the tires,  
such as when towing a trailer, than the condition at  
calibration.  
• Tire chains are used.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation  
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire  
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM  
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System  
(Amber) may come on along with a message in the  
Driver Information Interface after reconnecting the  
12V-battery. Drive a short distance at more than 12  
mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does  
not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
1TPMS Calibration  
TPMS Calibration  
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:  
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.  
• Rotate the tires.  
■
The calibration process requires approximately 30  
minutes of cumulative driving at speeds between 30-  
65 mph (48-105 km/h).  
During this period, if the ignition is turned on and the  
vehicle is not moved within 45 seconds, you may  
notice the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on  
briefly. This is normal and indicates that the  
calibration process is not yet complete.  
• Replace one or more tires.  
Before calibrating the TPMS:  
• Set the cold tire pressure in all four tires.  
2 Checking Tires P. 606  
If the tire chains are installed, remove them before  
calibrating the TPMS.  
Make sure:  
• The vehicle is at a complete stop.  
• Change the shift position to (P.  
• The power mode is in ON.  
If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on even  
when the properly inflated specified regular tires are  
installed, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
We recommend that the tires be replaced with the  
same brand, model, and size as the originals. Ask a  
dealer for details.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
Models with color audio system  
You can calibrate the system from the  
customized features on the driver information  
interface.  
1. Press the  
then  
/
button to select  
Vehicle Settings, then press the ENTER  
button.  
u TPMS Calibration appears on the  
display.  
2. Press the ENTER button.  
u The display switches to the  
customization setup screen, where you  
can select Cancel or Calibrate.  
3
4
3. Press the  
/
button and select  
Calibrate, then press the ENTER button.  
u Calibration Started screen appears,  
then the display returns to the  
customization menu screen.  
• If the Calibration Failed to Start message  
appears, repeat steps 2-3.  
• The calibration process finishes  
automatically.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  
Models with Display Audio  
You can calibrate the system from the  
customized feature on the audio/information  
screen.  
1. Set the power mode to ON.  
2. Select  
.
3. Select Settings.  
4. Select Vehicle.  
5. Select TPMS Calibration.  
6. Select Cancel or Calibrate.  
u When the calibration is complete, the  
display returns to the customization  
menu screen.  
• If the Unable to initialize TPMS. message  
appears, repeat step 6.  
• The calibration process finishes  
automatically.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required  
Federal Explanation  
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked  
monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure  
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard  
or tire inflation pressure label.  
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated  
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should  
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)  
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with  
a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low  
tire pressure telltale  
when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.  
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you  
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate  
them to the proper pressure.  
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to  
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces  
fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's  
handling and stopping ability.  
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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation  
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire  
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain  
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the  
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.  
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction  
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.  
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire  
pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the  
telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain  
continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon  
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.  
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may  
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.  
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including  
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the  
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.  
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or  
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the  
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to  
continue to function properly.  
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uuWhen DrivinguBlind spot information System*  
Blind spot information System*  
1Blind spot information System*  
Is designed to detect vehicles in specified alert zones adjacent to your vehicle,  
particularly in harder to see areas commonly known as “blind spots.”  
3
WARNING  
When the system detects vehicles approaching from behind in adjacent lanes, the  
appropriate indicator comes on for a few seconds, providing assistance when you  
change lanes.  
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to  
change lanes before doing so may result in  
a crash and serious injury or death.  
Do not rely only on the blind spot  
information system when changing lanes.  
■ How the system works  
Always look in your mirrors, to either side  
of your vehicle, and behind you for other  
vehicles before changing lanes.  
●
The transmission is in (D.  
Your vehicle speed is  
between 20 mph (32 km/h)  
●
Radar Sensors:  
underneath the  
rear bumper  
corners  
and 100 mph (160 km/h)  
Important Safety Reminder  
Alert Zone  
Like all assistance systems, blind spot information  
system has limitations. Overreliance on blind spot  
information system may result in a collision.  
Alert zone range  
A
A: Approx. 1.6 ft. (0.5 m)  
B: Approx. 10 ft. (3 m)  
C: Approx. 10 ft. (3 m)  
B
The system is for your convenience only. Even if an  
object is within the alert zone, the following  
situations may occur.  
C
• The blind spot information system alert indicator  
may not come on due to obstruction (splashes,  
etc.) even without the Blind Spot Info Not  
Available driver information interface appearing.  
• The blind spot information system alert indicator  
may come on even with the message appearing.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuWhen DrivinguBlind spot information System*  
1Blind spot information System*  
■ When the system detects a vehicle  
The blind spot information system alert indicator may  
not come on under the following conditions:  
Blind spot information System Alert Indicator:  
Located on the outside rearview mirror on  
both sides.  
Comes On  
Blinks  
• A vehicle does not stay in the alert zone for more  
than two seconds.  
■ Comes on when:  
• A vehicle is parked in a side lane.  
●
A vehicle enters the alert zone from behind  
• The speed difference between your vehicle and the  
vehicle you are passing is greater than 6 mph (10  
km/h).  
• An object not detected by the radar sensors  
approaches or passes your vehicle.  
to overtake you with a speed difference of  
no more than 31 mph (50 km/h) from your  
vehicle.  
●
You pass a vehicle with a speed difference  
of no more than 12 mph (20 km/h).  
• A vehicle running in the adjacent lane is a  
motorcycle or other small vehicle.  
■ Blinks and the beeper sounds when:  
You move the turn signal lever in the direction  
of the detected vehicle. The beeper sounds  
three times.  
You can change the setting for the blind spot  
information system.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
* Not available on all models  
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uuWhen DrivinguBlind spot information System*  
1Blind spot information System*  
Blind spot information system may be adversely  
affected when:  
• Objects (guard rails, poles, trees, etc.) are detected.  
• An object that does not reflect radio waves well,  
such as a motorcycle, is in the alert zone.  
• Driving on a curved road.  
• A vehicle is moving from a far lane to the adjacent  
lane.  
• The system picks up external electrical interference.  
• The rear bumper or the sensors have been  
improperly repaired or the rear bumper has been  
deformed.  
• The orientation of the sensors has been changed.  
• In bad weather (Heavy rain, snow, and fog).  
• Making a turn at an intersection.  
• Driving on a bumpy road.  
• Making a short turn that slightly tilts the vehicle.  
For proper blind spot information system operation:  
• Always keep the rear bumper corner area clean.  
• Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with  
labels or stickers of any kind.  
• Take your vehicle to a dealer if you need the rear  
bumper corner area or the radar sensors to be  
repaired, or the rear bumper corner area is strongly  
impacted.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuWhen DrivinguHigh Voltage Battery  
High Voltage Battery  
The High Voltage battery gradually discharges even if the vehicle is not in use. As a  
result, if your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time, the battery charge  
level will become low. Extended periods of time at a low state of charge will shorten  
battery life. To maintain the battery state of charge, drive your vehicle for more than  
30 minutes at least once every three months.  
1High Voltage Battery  
Be careful not to let the High Voltage battery drain  
too much. If the battery level becomes close to zero,  
it will make it impossible to start the engine.  
Extreme high temperatures can affect the battery life. You can minimize the effects  
by parking the vehicle in the shade during the summer.  
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Honda Sensing®  
Honda Sensing® is a driver support system which employs the use of two distinctly  
different kinds of sensors: a radar sensor located inside the front grille and a front  
sensor camera mounted to the interior side of the windshield, behind the rearview  
mirror.  
Honda Sensing® has following functions.  
■ The functions which do not require switch operations to activate  
• Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) 2 P. 506  
• Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System 2 P. 543  
■ The functions which require switch operations to activate  
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow 2 P. 517  
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) 2 P. 534  
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uuHonda Sensing®u  
Operation Switches for the ACC with Low Speed Follow/  
LKAS  
■
■ MAIN Button  
CANCEL Button  
Press to activate standby mode for ACC with  
Low Speed Follow and LKAS. Or press to  
cancel these systems.  
RES/+ Button  
Interval  
Button  
■ LKAS Button  
Press to activate or cancel the LKAS.  
LKAS Button  
MAIN Button  
■ RES/+ and −/SET Buttons  
−/SET Button  
Press RES/+ button to resume the ACC with  
Low Speed Follow or increase the vehicle  
speed.  
Press −/SET button to set the ACC with Low  
Speed Follow or decrease the vehicle speed.  
■ Interval Button  
Press the (interval) button to change the  
ACC with Low Speed Follow following-  
interval.  
■ CANCEL Button  
Press to cancel ACC with Low Speed Follow.  
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uuHonda Sensing®u  
Driver Information Interface Content  
■
You can see the current state of ACC with  
Low Speed Follow, and LKAS.  
a Indicates that ACC with Low Speed Follow,  
and LKAS are ready to be activated.  
b Indicates that LKAS is activated and  
whether or not traffic lane lines are  
detected.  
c Indicates whether or not ACC with Low  
Speed Follow detected the vehicle ahead.  
d Indicates that ACC with Low Speed Follow  
shows the set vehicle speed.  
e Indicates that ACC with Low Speed Follow  
shows the set vehicle interval.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM  
)
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)  
1Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM  
)
The system can assist you when it determines there is a possibility of your vehicle  
colliding with a vehicle or a pedestrian detected in front of your vehicle. The CMBSTM  
is designed to alert you when the potential for a collision is determined, as well as to  
reduce your vehicle speed to help minimize collision severity when a collision is  
deemed unavoidable.  
Important Safety Reminder  
The CMBSTM is designed to reduce the severity of an  
unavoidable collision. It does not prevent collisions  
nor stop the vehicle automatically. It is still your  
responsibility to operate the brake pedal and steering  
wheel appropriately according to the driving  
conditions.  
The CMBSTM may not activate or may not detect a  
vehicle in front of your vehicle under certain  
conditions:  
2 CMBSTM Conditions and Limitations P. 511  
For directions on the proper handling of the radar  
sensor, refer to the following page.  
2 Radar Sensor P. 550  
You can read about handling information for the  
camera equipped with this system.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
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uuHonda Sensing®uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM  
)
1How the system works  
How the system works  
■
When the CMBSTM activates, it may automatically  
apply the brake. It will be canceled when your vehicle  
stops or a potential collision is not determined.  
When to use  
The camera is  
located behind the  
rearview mirror.  
The radar sensor is  
in the front grille.  
The system starts monitoring the roadway ahead when your vehicle speed is about  
3 mph (5 km/h) or above and will search for a vehicle in front of you.  
The CMBSTM activates when:  
●
The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle or pedestrian detected in  
front of you becomes about 3 mph (5 km/h) and over with a chance of a collision.  
Your vehicle speed is about 62 mph (100 km/h) or less and the system  
●
determines there is a chance of a collision with:  
- Vehicles detected in front of you that are stationary, oncoming, or traveling in  
your same direction.  
- A pedestrian who is detected in front of you.  
●
Your vehicle speed is above 62 mph (100 km/h), and the system determines  
there is a chance of a collision with a vehicle detected in front of you traveling  
in your same direction.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM  
)
■ When the system activates  
1How the system works  
The camera in the CMBSTM is also designed to detect  
pedestrians.  
The system provides visual and audible alerts of a possible collision, and stops  
if the collision is avoided.  
However, this pedestrian detection feature may not  
activate or may not detect a pedestrian in front of  
your vehicle under certain conditions.  
Refer to the ones indicating the pedestrian detection  
limitations from the list.  
u Take appropriate action to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change  
lanes, etc.)  
Visual Alerts  
2 CMBSTM Conditions and Limitations P. 511  
Beep  
Audible Alert  
You can change the distance (Long/Normal/Short) between vehicles at which the  
system’s earliest collision alert will come on through driver information interface* or  
audio/information screen* setting options.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
* Not available on all models  
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Collision Alert Stages  
■
The system has three alert stages for a possible collision. However, depending on circumstances, the CMBSTM may not go through all of  
the stages before initiating the last stage.  
CMBSTM  
Distance between vehicles  
The sensors detect a vehicle Audible & Visual WARNINGS  
Braking  
When in Long, visual and  
audible alerts come on at a  
There is a risk of a collision with longer distance from a vehicle  
NORMAL  
LONG SHORT  
Vehicle  
Ahead  
Stage  
one  
—
the vehicle ahead of you.  
ahead than in Normal setting,  
and in Short, at a shorter  
distance than in Normal.  
Your Vehicle  
The risk of a collision has  
increased, time to respond is  
reduced.  
Your  
Vehicle  
Vehicle  
Ahead  
Stage  
two  
Lightly applied  
Visual and audible alerts.  
Your  
Vehicle  
Vehicle  
Ahead  
Stage  
three  
The CMBSTM determines that a  
collision is unavoidable.  
Forcefully applied  
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1Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM  
)
CMBSTM On and Off  
■
The CMBSTM may automatically shut off, and the  
CMBSTM indicator will come and stay on under certain  
conditions.  
Press and hold the button until the beeper  
sounds to switch the system on or off.  
2 CMBSTM Conditions and Limitations P. 511  
When the CMBSTM is off:  
• The CMBSTM indicator in the instrument  
panel comes on.  
• A message on the driver information  
interface reminds you that the system is off.  
When the CMBSTM is activated, it will continue to  
operate even if the accelerator pedal is partially  
depressed. However, it will be canceled if the  
accelerator pedal is fully depressed.  
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation  
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire  
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM  
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System  
(Amber) may come on along with a message in the  
Driver Information Interface after reconnecting the  
12V-battery. Drive a short distance at more than 12  
mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does  
not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
The CMBSTM is turned on every time you turn  
the power system on, even if you turned it off  
the last time you drove the vehicle.  
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if you find any  
unusual behavior of the system (e.g. the warning  
message appears too frequently).  
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CMBSTM Conditions and Limitations  
■
The system may automatically shut off and the CMBSTM indicator will come on under  
certain conditions. Some examples of these conditions are listed below. Other  
conditions may reduce some of the CMBSTM functions.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
2 Radar Sensor P. 550  
■ Environmental conditions  
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).  
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.  
• There is little contrast between objects and the background.  
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).  
• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.  
• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.  
• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as vehicles and pedestrians.  
• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.  
• Driving at night or in a dark place such as a tunnel (due to low-light conditions,  
pedestrians or other vehicles may not be detected).  
■ Roadway conditions  
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,  
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).  
• Driving on curvy, winding, or undulating roads.  
• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.  
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)
■ Vehicle conditions  
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.  
• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.  
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.  
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorrect sizes, varied sizes or construction,  
improperly inflated, etc.).  
• When tire chains are installed.  
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.  
• The camera temperature gets too high.  
• Driving with the parking brake applied.  
• When the radar sensor in the front grille gets dirty.  
• Driving at night or in a dark place (e.g., a tunnel) with the headlights off.  
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■ Detection limitations  
• A vehicle or pedestrian suddenly crosses in front of you.  
• The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you is  
too short.  
• A vehicle cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes suddenly.  
• When you accelerate rapidly and approach the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you  
at high speed.  
• The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter or other small  
vehicle.  
• When there are animals in front of your vehicle.  
• When you drive on a curved, winding or undulating road that makes it difficult for  
the sensor to properly detect a vehicle in front of you.  
• The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle or pedestrian in front of  
you is significantly large.  
• An oncoming vehicle suddenly comes in front of you.  
• Another vehicle suddenly comes in front of you at an intersection, etc.  
• Your vehicle abruptly crosses over in front of an oncoming vehicle.  
• When driving through a narrow iron bridge.  
• When the lead vehicle suddenly slows down.  
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Limitations applicable to pedestrian detection only  
• When there is a group of people in front of your vehicle walking together side by  
side.  
• Surrounding conditions or belongings of the pedestrian alter the pedestrian’s  
shape, preventing the system from recognizing that the person is a pedestrian.  
• When the pedestrian is slouching or squatting.  
• When the pedestrian is shorter than about 3 feet (1 meter) or taller than about 7  
feet (2 meter) in height.  
• When a pedestrian blends in with the background.  
• When a pedestrian is bent over or squatting, or when their hands or raised or they  
are running.  
• When several pedestrians are walking ahead in a group.  
• When the camera cannot correctly identify that a pedestrian is present due to an  
unusual shape (holding luggage, body position, size).  
■ Automatic shutoff  
CMBSTM may automatically shut itself off and the CMBSTM indicator comes and stays  
on when:  
• The temperature inside the system is high.  
• You drive off-road or on a mountain road, or curved and winding road for an  
extended period.  
• An abnormal tire condition is detected (incorrect tire size, flat tire, etc.).  
• The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including  
the windshield, gets dirty.  
Once the conditions that caused CMBSTM to shut off improve or are addressed (e.g.,  
cleaning), the system comes back on.  
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With Little Chance of a Collision  
The CMBSTM may activate even when you are aware of a vehicle ahead of you, or  
■
when there is no vehicle ahead. Some examples of this are:  
■ When Passing  
Your vehicle approaches another vehicle ahead of you and you change lanes to pass.  
■ At an intersection  
Your vehicle approaches or passes another vehicle that is making a left or right turn.  
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■ On a curve  
When driving through curves, your vehicle comes to a point where an oncoming  
vehicle is right in front of you.  
■ Through a low bridge at high speed  
You drive under a low or narrow bridge at high speed.  
■ Speed bumps, road work sites, train tracks, roadside objects, etc.  
You drive over speed bumps, steel road plates, etc., or your vehicle approaches train  
tracks or roadside objects (such as a traffic sign and guard rail) on a curve or, when  
parking, stationary vehicles and walls.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed  
Follow  
1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following-interval behind a vehicle  
detected ahead of yours and, if the detected vehicle comes to a stop, can decelerate  
and stop your vehicle, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the  
accelerator.  
3
WARNING  
Improper use of ACC with Low Speed  
Follow can lead to a crash.  
When ACC with Low Speed Follow slows your vehicle by applying the brakes, your  
vehicle’s brake lights will illuminate.  
Use ACC with Low Speed Follow only  
when driving on expressways or  
freeways and in good road and weather  
conditions.  
When to use  
The camera is  
located behind  
the rearview  
mirror.  
3
WARNING  
ACC with Low Speed Follow has limited  
braking capability and may not stop  
your vehicle in time to avoid a collision  
with a vehicle that quickly stops in front  
of you.  
The radar sensor is  
inside the front grille.  
Always be prepared to apply the brake  
pedal if the conditions require.  
Important Reminder  
■ Vehicle speed for ACC with Low Speed Follow: A vehicle is detected ahead  
within ACC with Low Speed Follow range – ACC with Low Speed Follow  
operates at speeds up to 90 mph (145 km/h).  
No vehicle is detected within ACC with Low Speed Follow range – ACC with  
Low Speed Follow operates at the speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or above.  
■ Shift position for ACC with Low Speed Follow: In (D.  
As with any system, there are limits to ACC with Low  
Speed Follow. Use the brake pedal whenever  
necessary, and always keep a safe interval between  
your vehicle and other vehicles.  
For directions on the proper handling of the radar  
sensor, refer to the following page.  
2 Radar Sensor P. 550  
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uuHonda Sensing®uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
■ How to activate the system  
1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
You can read about handling information for the  
camera equipped with this system.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
How to use  
ACC (green) is on in the  
driver information  
interface.  
ACC with Low Speed  
Follow is ready to use.  
When the MAIN button is pressed, both ACC with  
Low Speed Follow and the Lane Keeping Assist  
System (LKAS) are either turned on or off.  
■ Press the MAIN button on  
the steering wheel.  
ACC with Low Speed Follow may not work properly  
under certain conditions.  
2 ACC with Low Speed Follow Conditions  
and Limitations P. 524  
When not using ACC with Low Speed Follow: Turn  
off adaptive cruise by pressing the MAIN button. This  
also will turn off the Lane Keeping Assist System  
(LKAS).  
Do not use ACC with Low Speed Follow under the  
following conditions:  
• On roads with heavy traffic or while driving in  
continuous stop and go traffic.  
• On roads with sharp turns.  
• On roads with steep downhill sections, as the set  
vehicle speed can be exceeded by coasting. In such  
cases, ACC with Low Speed Follow will not apply  
the brakes to maintain the set speed.  
• On roads with toll collection facilities or other  
objects between lanes of traffic, or in parking  
areas, or facilities with drive through access.  
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1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
To Set the Vehicle Speed  
■
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation  
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire  
On when ACC with Low  
Speed Follow begins  
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM  
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System  
(Amber) may come on along with a message in the  
Driver Information Interface after reconnecting the  
12V-battery. Drive a short distance at more than 12  
mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does  
not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
−/SET button  
1To Set the Vehicle Speed  
You can switch the displayed set speed  
measurements on the driver information interface* or  
audio/information screen* between mph and km/h.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
Press and release  
When driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h) or above: Take your foot off the  
pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired speed. The moment  
you release the button, the set speed is fixed, and ACC with Low Speed Follow  
begins.  
When driving slower than about 25 mph (40 km/h): If the vehicle is moving  
and the brake pedal is not depressed, pressing the button fixes the set speed to  
about 25 mph (40 km/h) regardless of current vehicle speed. If the vehicle is  
stationary, you can set the vehicle speed even with the brake pedal depressed.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuHonda Sensing®uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
When ACC with Low Speed Follow starts  
operating, the vehicle icon, distance bars and  
set speed appear on the driver information  
interface.  
Set Vehicle Distance  
When you use ACC with Low Speed Follow,  
Straight Driving Assist (a feature of the Electric  
Power Steering system) is activated.  
Set Vehicle Speed  
By enabling the steering system to  
automatically compensate for natural steering  
pull, Straight Driving Assist makes it easier for  
you to keep your vehicle in a straight line.  
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1When in Operation  
When in Operation  
■
If the vehicle ahead of you slows down abruptly, or if  
another vehicle cuts in front of you, a beeper sounds,  
■ There is a vehicle ahead  
ACC with Low Speed Follow monitors if a vehicle ahead of you enters the ACC with  
Low Speed Follow range. If a vehicle is detected doing so, the ACC with Low Speed  
Follow system maintains or decelerates your vehicle’s set speed in order to keep the  
vehicle’s set following-interval from the vehicle ahead.  
a message appears on the driver information  
interface.  
2 To Set or Change Following-Interval P. 528  
ACC with Low Speed Follow Range: 394 ft. (120 m)  
Depress the brake pedal, and keep an appropriate  
interval from the vehicle ahead.  
When a vehicle whose speed is slower than  
your set speed is detected in front of you, your  
vehicle starts to slow down.  
Beep  
A vehicle icon appears on the  
driver information interface  
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■ There is no vehicle ahead  
1When in Operation  
Your vehicle maintains the set speed without  
having to keep your foot on the brake or  
accelerator pedal.  
If there previously was a vehicle detected  
ahead that kept your vehicle from traveling at  
the set speed, ACC with Low Speed Follow  
accelerates your vehicle to the set speed, and  
then maintains it.  
Even if the distance between your vehicle and the  
vehicle ahead is short, ACC with Low Speed Follow  
may start accelerating your vehicle under the  
following circumstances:  
• The vehicle ahead of you is going at almost the  
same speed as, or faster than, your vehicle.  
• A vehicle that cuts in front of you is going faster  
than your vehicle, gradually increasing the interval  
between the vehicles.  
A vehicle icon with dotted-line  
contour appears on the driver  
information interface  
You can also set the system to beep when a vehicle in  
front of you comes in and goes out of the ACC with  
Low Speed Follow detecting range. Change the ACC  
Forward Vehicle Detect Beep setting.  
■ When you depress the accelerator pedal  
You can temporarily increase the vehicle speed. In this case, there is no audible or  
visual alert even if a vehicle is in the ACC with Low Speed Follow range.  
ACC with Low Speed Follow stays on unless you cancel it. Once you release the  
accelerator pedal, the system resumes an appropriate speed for keeping the  
following-interval while a vehicle ahead is within the ACC with Low Speed Follow  
range.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
Limitations  
You may need to use the brake to maintain a safe  
interval when using ACC with Low Speed Follow.  
Additionally, ACC with Low Speed Follow may not  
work properly under certain conditions.  
2 ACC with Low Speed Follow Conditions  
and Limitations P. 524  
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■ A vehicle detected ahead is within ACC with Low Speed Follow range and  
slows to a stop  
1A vehicle detected ahead is within ACC with Low Speed Follow  
range and slows to a stop  
Your vehicle also stops, automatically. The  
Stopped message appears on the driver  
information interface.  
When the vehicle ahead of you starts again,  
the vehicle icon on the driver information  
interface blinks. If you press the RES/+ or –/  
SET button, or depress the accelerator pedal,  
ACC with Low Speed Follow operates again  
within the prior set speed.  
3
WARNING  
Exiting a vehicle that has been stopped  
while the ACC with Low Speed Follow  
system is operating can result in the  
vehicle moving without operator  
control.  
A vehicle that moves without operator  
control can cause a crash, resulting in  
serious injury or death.  
If no vehicle is ahead of you before you  
resume driving, depressing the accelerator  
pedal will resume operation of ACC with Low  
Speed Follow within the prior set speed.  
Never exit a vehicle when the vehicle is  
stopped by ACC with Low Speed Follow.  
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1ACC with Low Speed Follow Conditions and Limitations  
ACC with Low Speed Follow Conditions and Limitations  
■
The radar sensor for ACC with Low Speed Follow is  
shared with the collision mitigation braking systemTM  
(CMBSTM).  
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM  
(CMBSTM) P. 506  
The system may automatically shut off under certain conditions. Some examples of  
these conditions are listed below. Other conditions may reduce some of the ACC  
functions.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
2 Radar Sensor P. 550  
If you need the radar sensor to be repaired, or  
removed, or the radar sensor cover is strongly  
impacted, turn off the system by pressing the MAIN  
button and take your vehicle to a dealer.  
■ Environmental conditions  
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).  
■ Roadway conditions  
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,  
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).  
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if you find any  
unusual behavior of the system (e.g., the warning  
message appears too frequently).  
If the front of the vehicle is impacted in any of the  
following situations, the radar sensor may not work  
properly. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer:  
• The vehicle mounted onto a bump, curb, chock,  
embankment, etc.  
■ Vehicle conditions  
• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.  
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorrect sizes, varied sizes or construction,  
improperly inflated, etc.).  
• You drive the vehicle where water is deep.  
• Your vehicle has a frontal collision.  
• The camera temperature gets too high.  
• The parking brake is applied.  
• When the front grille is dirty.  
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.  
• When tire chains are installed.  
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■ Detection limitations  
• A vehicle or pedestrian suddenly crosses in front of you.  
• The interval between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you is  
too short.  
• A vehicle cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes suddenly.  
• When you accelerate rapidly and approach the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you  
at high speed.  
• The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small  
vehicle.  
• When there are animals in front of your vehicle.  
• When you drive on a curved or winding or undulating road that makes it difficult  
for the sensor to properly detect a vehicle or a pedestrian in front of you.  
• The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle or pedestrian in front of  
you is significantly large.  
• An oncoming vehicle suddenly comes in front of you.  
• Your vehicle abruptly crosses over in front of an oncoming vehicle.  
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• When driving through a narrow metal bridge.  
• When the vehicle ahead of you brakes suddenly.  
• When the vehicle ahead of you has a unique shape.  
Sensor detects upper section of  
an empty carrier truck.  
Panel truck,  
tanker truck,  
etc.  
• When your vehicle or the vehicle ahead of you is driving on one edge of the lane.  
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1To Adjust the Vehicle Speed  
To Adjust the Vehicle Speed  
■
If a vehicle detected ahead is going at a speed slower  
Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or –/SET button on the  
steering wheel.  
than your increased set speed, ACC with Low Speed  
Follow may not accelerate your vehicle. This is to  
maintain the set interval between your vehicle and  
the vehicle ahead.  
To increase speed  
You can switch the displayed set speed  
measurements on the driver information interface* or  
audio/information screen* between mph and km/h.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
When you depress the accelerator pedal and then  
push and release the –/SET button, the current speed  
of the vehicle is set.  
To decrease speed  
• Each time you press the RES/+ or –/SET button, the vehicle speed is increased or  
decreased by about 1 mph or 1 km/h accordingly.  
• If you keep pressing the RES/+ or –/SET button, the vehicle speed increases or  
decreases by about 5 mph or 5 km/h accordingly.  
* Not available on all models  
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To Set or Change Following-Interval  
■
Press the (Interval) button to change the  
ACC with Low Speed Follow following-  
interval.  
Each time you press the button, the following-  
interval (the interval behind a vehicle detected  
ahead of you) setting cycles through extra  
long, long, middle, and short following-  
interval.  
Interval Button  
Determine the most appropriate following-  
interval setting based on your specific driving  
conditions. Be sure to adhere to any  
following-interval requirements set by local  
regulation.  
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The higher your vehicle’s following-speed is, the longer the short, middle, long or  
extra long following-interval becomes. See the following examples for your  
reference.  
When the Set Speed is:  
Following-Interval  
50 mph (80 km/h)  
65 mph (104 km/h)  
81.0 feet  
24.7 meters  
1.1 sec  
103.3 feet  
31.5 meters  
1.1 sec  
Short  
Middle  
Long  
112.2 feet  
34.2 meters  
1.5 sec  
142.4 feet  
43.4 meters  
1.5 sec  
153.5 feet  
46.8 meters  
2.1 sec  
199.4 feet  
60.8 meters  
2.1 sec  
208.3 feet  
63.5 meters  
2.9 sec  
273.6 feet  
83.4 meters  
2.9 sec  
Extra  
Long  
When your vehicle stops automatically because a vehicle detected ahead of you has  
stopped, the interval between the two vehicles will vary based on the ACC with Low  
Speed Follow interval setting.  
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1To Cancel  
To Cancel  
■
Resuming the prior set speed: After you have  
canceled ACC with Low Speed Follow, you can  
resume the prior set speed while it is still displayed.  
Press the RES/+ button.  
To cancel ACC with Low Speed Follow, do any  
of the following:  
• Press the CANCEL button.  
• Press the MAIN button.  
u ACC with Low Speed Follow indicator  
goes off.  
CANCEL  
Button  
The set speed cannot be set or resumed when ACC  
with Low Speed Follow has been turned off using the  
MAIN button. Press the MAIN button to activate the  
system, then set the desired speed.  
• Depress the brake pedal while the vehicle is  
moving forward.  
MAIN  
Button  
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■ Automatic cancellation  
1Automatic cancellation  
The beeper sounds and a message appears on the driver information interface when  
ACC with Low Speed Follow is automatically canceled. Any of these conditions may  
cause the ACC with Low Speed Follow to automatically cancel:  
• Bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.)  
• When the radar sensor in the front grille gets dirty.  
• The vehicle ahead of you cannot be detected.  
Even though ACC with Low Speed Follow has been  
automatically canceled, you can still resume the prior  
set speed. Wait until the condition that caused ACC  
with Low Speed Follow to cancel improves, then  
press the –/SET button.  
• An abnormal tire condition is detected, or the tires are skidding.  
• Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for extended periods.  
• Abrupt steering wheel movement.  
• When the ABS, VSA®, or CMBSTM is activated.  
• When the ABS or VSA® system indicator comes on.  
• When the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.  
• When you manually apply the parking brake.  
• When the detected vehicle within the ACC with Low Speed Follow range is too  
close to your vehicle.  
• The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including  
the windshield, gets dirty.  
• When the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.  
• When passing through an enclosed space, such as tunnel.  
The ACC with Low Speed Follow automatic cancellation can be also triggered by the  
following causes. In these cases, the parking brake will be automatically applied.  
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened when the vehicle is stationary.  
• The vehicle stops for more than 10 minutes.  
• The power system is turned off.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow  
1To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control  
To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control  
■
Always be aware which mode you are in. When you  
are driving in Cruise mode, the system will not assist  
you to maintain a following-interval from a vehicle  
ahead of you.  
Press and hold the (interval) button for one  
ACC with  
Low Speed  
Follow ON  
second. Cruise Mode Selected appears on  
the driver information interface for two  
seconds, and then the mode switches to  
Cruise.  
Cruise  
Control ON  
You can switch the displayed set speed  
measurements on the driver information interface* or  
audio/information screen* between mph and km/h.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
To switch back to ACC with Low Speed  
Follow, press and hold the button again for  
one second.  
■ When to use  
Desired speed in a range above roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~.  
To Set the Vehicle Speed  
■
Take your foot off the pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired  
speed.  
The moment you release the –/SET button, the set speed is fixed, and cruise control  
begins. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on.  
When you use cruise control, Straight Driving Assist (a feature of the Electric Power  
Steering system) is activated.  
By enabling the steering system to automatically compensate for natural steering  
pull, Straight Driving Assist makes it easier for you to keep your vehicle in a straight  
line.  
* Not available on all models  
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To Adjust the Vehicle Speed  
■
• Each time you press the RES/+ or –/SET button, the vehicle speed is increased or  
decreased by about 1 mph or 1 km/h accordingly.  
• If you keep pressing the RES/+ or –/SET button, the vehicle speed increases or  
decreases by about 5 mph or 5 km/h accordingly.  
1To Cancel  
To Cancel  
■
Resuming the prior set speed:  
To cancel cruise control, do any of the following:  
• Press the CANCEL button.  
• Press the MAIN button.  
• Depress the brake pedal.  
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still  
resume the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+  
button while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40  
km/h) or more.  
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off.  
You cannot set or resume in the following situations:  
• When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h)  
• When the MAIN button is turned off.  
At vehicle speeds of 22 mph (35 km/h) or less, cruise  
control canceled automatically.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and  
provides tactile and visual alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane.  
1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
Important Safety Reminders  
The LKAS is for your convenience only. It is not an  
autonomous driving system and always requires  
driver attention and control. The system does not  
work if you take your hands off the steering wheel or  
fail to steer the vehicle.  
■ Tactile and visual alerts  
Rapid vibrations on the steering wheel and a warning display alert you that the  
vehicle is drifting out of a detected lane.  
■ Steering input assist  
The system applies torque to the  
The LKAS is convenient when it is used on freeways.  
■ Front sensor camera  
Monitors the lane  
lines  
steering to keep the vehicle  
between the left and right lane  
lines. The applied torque becomes  
stronger as the vehicle gets closer to  
either of the lane lines.  
Do not place objects on the instrument panel.  
Objects may reflect on the front windshield and  
prevent correct detection of the traffic lanes.  
The LKAS only alerts you when lane drift is detected  
without a turn signal in use. The LKAS may not detect  
all lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will  
vary based on weather, speed, and lane marker  
condition. It is always your responsibility to safely  
operate the vehicle and avoid collisions.  
The LKAS may not work properly or may work  
improperly under the certain conditions:  
2 LKAS Conditions and Limitations P. 540  
You can read about handling information for the  
camera equipped with this system.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
When you operate the turn signals to change lanes, the system is suspended, and  
resumes after the signals are off.  
If you make a lane change without operating the turn signals, the LKAS alerts  
activate, and torque is applied to the steering.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
Lane Keep Support Function  
■
The LKAS may not function as designed while driving  
in frequent stop and go traffic, or on roads with  
sharp curves.  
Provides assistance to keep the vehicle in the center of the lane, when the vehicle  
nears a white or yellow line, steering force of the electric power steering will become  
stronger.  
When it fails to detect lanes, the system will  
temporarily be canceled. When a lane is detected, the  
system will recover automatically.  
Lane Departure Warning Function  
■
When the vehicle enters the warning area, the LKAS alerts you with slight steering  
wheel vibration as well as a warning display.  
Warning Area  
Warning Area  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
When the System can be Used  
■
If the vehicle drifts toward either left or right lane line  
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS  
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
The system can be used when the following conditions are met.  
• The lane in which you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and  
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.  
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).  
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.  
• The turn signals are off.  
• The brake pedal is not depressed.  
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.  
■ How to activate the system  
1. Press the MAIN button.  
MAIN Button  
u The LKAS is on in the driver information  
interface.  
The system is ready to use.  
2. Press the LKAS button.  
u Lane outlines appear on the driver  
information interface.  
LKAS Button  
The system is activated.  
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3. Keep your vehicle near the center of the  
lane while driving.  
u The dotted outer lines change to solid  
ones once the system starts operating  
after detecting the left and right lane  
markings.  
1To cancel  
To cancel  
■
Pressing the MAIN button also turns ACC with Low  
Speed Follow on and off.  
To cancel the LKAS:  
Press the MAIN or LKAS button.  
MAIN Button  
LKAS Button  
The LKAS is turned off every time you turn the  
power system off, even if you turned it on the  
last time you drove the vehicle.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
■ The system operation is suspended if  
1The system operation is suspended if you:  
you:  
You can change the setting for the LKAS.  
LKAS suspended beep on and off can be selected.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
• Set the wipers to HI.  
u Turning the wipers off or setting it to LO  
resumes the LKAS.  
Models with automatic intermittent wipers  
• Set the wiper switch to AUTO and the  
wipers operate at high speed.  
u The LKAS resumes when the wipers stop  
or operate at low speed.  
When the LKAS is suspended,  
the lane lines on the driver  
information interface change  
to contour lines, and the  
beeper sounds (if activated).  
All models  
• Decrease the vehicle speed to 40 mph (64  
km/h) or less.  
u Increasing the vehicle speed to 45 mph  
(72 km/h) or more resumes the LKAS.  
• Depress the brake pedal.  
u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting  
the lane lines again once you release the  
brake pedal.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
■ The LKAS may be automatically suspended when:  
• The system fails to detect lane lines.  
• The steering wheel is quickly turned.  
• You fail to steer the vehicle.  
• Driving through a sharp curve.  
• Driving at a speed in excess of approximately 90 mph (145 km/h).  
Once these conditions no longer exist, the LKAS automatically resumes.  
■ The LKAS may be automatically canceled when:  
• The camera temperature gets extremely high or low.  
• The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including  
the windshield, gets dirty.  
• The ABS or VSA® systems engage.  
The beeper sounds if the LKAS is automatically canceled.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
LKAS Conditions and Limitations  
■
The system may not detect lane markings and therefore may not keep the vehicle in  
the middle of the lane under certain conditions, including the following:  
■ Environmental conditions  
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).  
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.  
• There is little contrast between lane lines and the roadway surface.  
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).  
• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.  
• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.  
• Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane markings.  
• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as lane markings.  
• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.  
• Driving at night or in a dark condition such as a tunnel.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
■ Roadway conditions  
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,  
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).  
• Driving on a road with temporary lane markings.  
• Faint, multiple, or varied lane markings are visible on the roadway due to road  
repairs or old lane markings.  
Faded lines  
Duplicate lines  
Tire tracks  
• The roadway has merging, split, or crossing lines (e.g., such as at an intersection  
or crosswalk).  
• The lane markings are extremely narrow, wide, or changing.  
Very wide or narrow traffic lane  
• The vehicle in front of you is driving near the lane lines.  
• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.  
• Driving on rough or unpaved roads, or over bumpy surfaces.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)  
• When objects on the road (curb, guard rail, pylons, etc.) are recognized as white  
lines (or yellow lines).  
• Driving on roads with double lines.  
Lane void of lines at exit or  
interchange  
■ Vehicle conditions  
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.  
• The outside of the windshield is streaked or blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet  
snow, etc.  
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.  
• The camera temperature gets too high.  
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorrect sizes, varied sizes or construction,  
improperly inflated, etc.).  
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
Alerts and helps to assist you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle  
unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings and/or leaving the roadway  
altogether.  
1Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
Important Safety Reminder  
Like all assistance systems, the RDM system has  
limitations.  
Overreliance on the RDM system may result in a  
collision. It is always your responsibility to keep the  
vehicle within your driving lane.  
How the System Works  
■
The front camera behind the rearview mirror  
monitors left and right lane markings (in white  
or yellow). If your vehicle is getting too close  
to detected lane markings without a turn  
signal activated, the system, in addition to a  
visual alert, applies steering torque and alerts  
you with rapid vibrations on the steering  
wheel, to help you remain within the detected  
lane.  
The RDM system only alerts you when lane drift is  
detected without a turn signal in use. The RDM  
system may not detect all lane markings or lane or  
roadway departures; accuracy will vary based on  
weather, speed and lane marker condition. It is  
always your responsibility to safely operate the  
vehicle and avoid collisions.  
You can read about handling information for the  
camera equipped with this system.  
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 548  
As a visual alert, the Lane Departure  
message appears on the driver information  
interface.  
The RDM system may not work properly or may work  
improperly under the certain conditions:  
If the system determines that its steering input  
is insufficient to keep your vehicle on the  
roadway, it may apply braking.  
u Braking is applied only when the lane  
markings are solid continuous lines.  
2 RDM Conditions and Limitations P. 546  
There are times when you may not notice RDM  
functions due to your operation of the vehicle, or  
road surface conditions.  
The system cancels assisting operations when you turn the steering wheel to avoid  
crossing over detected lane markings.  
If the system operates several times without detecting driver response, the system  
beeps to alert you.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
1Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
How the System Activates  
■
If LKAS is off and you have selected Narrow from the  
customized options using the driver information  
interface* or audio/information screen*, the message  
below will appear in case the system determines a  
possibility of your vehicle crossing over detected lane  
markings.  
2 Driver Information Interface Warning and  
Information Messages P. 109  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
The system activates when all the following conditions are met:  
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).  
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.  
• The turn signals are off.  
• The brake pedal is not depressed.  
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.  
• The system makes a determination that the driver is not actively accelerating,  
braking, or steering.  
1How the System Activates  
The RDM system may automatically shut off and the  
indicator comes and stays on.  
2 Indicators P. 90  
RDM system function can be impacted when the  
vehicle is:  
• Not driven within a traffic lane.  
• Driven on the inside edge of a curve, or outside of  
a lane.  
• Driven in a narrow lane.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuHonda Sensing®uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
1RDM On and Off  
RDM On and Off  
■
When you have selected Warning Only from the  
Press the RDM button to turn the system on  
and off.  
u The indicator in the button comes on and  
customized options using the driver information  
interface* or audio/information screen*, the system  
does not operate the steering wheel and braking.  
2 Customized Features P. 140, 369  
the message appears on the driver  
information interface when the system is  
on.  
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
with Low Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation  
(RDM), Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) system,  
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF, low tire  
pressure/TPMS, Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM  
(CMBSTM), and Parking Brake and Brake System  
(Amber) may come on along with a message in the  
Driver Information Interface after reconnecting the  
12V-battery. Drive a short distance at more than 12  
mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does  
not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
Indicator  
RDM Button  
* Not available on all models  
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uuHonda Sensing®uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
RDM Conditions and Limitations  
■
The system may not properly detect lane markings and the position of your vehicle  
under certain conditions. Some examples of these conditions are listed below.  
■ Environmental conditions  
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).  
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.  
• There is little contrast between lane lines and the roadway surface.  
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).  
• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.  
• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.  
• Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane markings.  
• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as lane markers.  
• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.  
• Driving at night or in a dark condition such as a tunnel.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System  
■ Roadway conditions  
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,  
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).  
• Driving on a road with temporary lane markings.  
• Faint, multiple, or varied lane markings are visible on the roadway due to road  
repairs or old lane markings.  
• The roadway has merging, split, or crossing lines (e.g., such as at an intersection  
or crosswalk).  
• The lane markings are extremely narrow, wide, or changing.  
• The vehicle in front of you is driving near the lane lines.  
• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.  
• Driving on rough or unpaved roads, or over bumpy surfaces.  
• When objects on the road (curb, guard rail, pylons, etc.) are recognized as white  
lines (or yellow lines).  
• Driving on roads with double lines.  
■ Vehicle conditions  
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.  
• The outside of the windshield is streaked or blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet  
snow, etc.  
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.  
• The camera temperature gets too high.  
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (incorrect sizes, varied sizes or construction,  
improperly inflated, etc.).  
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.  
• When tire chains are installed.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uFront Sensor Camera  
Front Sensor Camera  
The camera, used in systems; such as RDM, LKAS, ACC with Low Speed Follow and  
CMBSTM, is designed to detect an object that triggers any of the systems to operate  
their functions.  
1Front Sensor Camera  
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the  
windshield, the hood, or the front grille that could  
obstruct the camera’s field of vision and cause the  
system to operate abnormally.  
Camera Location and Handling Tips  
■
Scratches, nicks, and other damage to the windshield  
within the camera’s field of vision can cause the  
system to operate abnormally. If this occurs, we  
recommend that you replace the windshield with a  
genuine Honda replacement windshield. Making  
even minor repairs within the camera’s field of vision  
or installing an aftermarket replacement windshield  
may also cause the system to operate abnormally.  
After replacing the windshield, have a dealer  
recalibrate the camera. Proper calibration of the  
camera is necessary for the system to operate  
properly.  
This camera is located behind the rearview  
mirror.  
Front Sensor  
Camera  
To help reduce the likelihood that high interior  
temperatures will cause the camera’s sensing  
system to shut off, when parking, find a shady  
area or face the front of the vehicle away from  
the sun. If you use a reflective sun shade, do  
not allow it to cover the camera housing.  
Covering the camera can concentrate heat on  
it.  
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1Front Sensor Camera  
Do not place an object on the top of the instrument  
panel. It may reflect onto the windshield and prevent  
the system from detecting lane lines properly.  
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot  
Operate:Camera Temperature Too High:  
message appears:  
• Use the climate control system to cool down the  
interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode  
with the air flow directed toward the camera.  
• Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield  
temperature, which cools down the area around  
the camera.  
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot  
Operate:Clean Front Windshield:  
message  
appears:  
• Park your vehicle in a safe place, and clean the  
windshield. If the message does not disappear after  
you have cleaned the windshield and driven for a  
while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
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uuHonda Sensing®uRadar Sensor  
Radar Sensor  
The radar sensor is in the front grille.  
1Radar Sensor  
Avoid strong impacts to the radar sensor cover.  
For the CMBSTM to work properly:  
• Always keep the radar sensor cover clean.  
• Never use chemical solvents or polishing powder  
for cleaning the sensor cover. Clean it with water  
or a mild detergent.  
Radar Sensor  
• Do not put a sticker on the radar sensor cover or  
replace the radar sensor cover.  
If you need the radar sensor to be repaired, or  
removed, or the radar sensor cover is strongly  
impacted, turn off the system by using the CMBSTM  
OFF button and take your vehicle to a dealer.  
2 CMBSTM On and Off P. 510  
If the vehicle is involved in any of the following  
situations, the radar sensor may not work properly.  
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer:  
• Your vehicle is involved in a frontal collision.  
• Your vehicle drives through deep water or is  
submerged in deep water.  
• Your vehicle strongly strikes a bump, curb, chock,  
or embankment that could jar the radar sensor.  
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Braking  
Brake System  
1Braking  
Parking Brake  
■
When you depress the brake pedal, you may hear a  
whirring sound from the engine compartment. This is  
because the brake system is in operation, and it is  
normal.  
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the  
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.  
■ To apply  
The electric parking brake can be applied any  
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which  
position the power mode is in.  
1Parking Brake  
You may hear the electric parking brake system  
motor operating from the rear wheel area when you  
apply or release the parking brake. This is normal.  
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently  
and securely.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric  
parking brake system operation when you apply or  
release the parking brake. This is normal.  
Electric Parking  
Brake Switch  
indicator (red) comes on.  
■ To release  
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the  
12V-battery goes dead.  
2 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 647  
The power mode must be in ON in order to  
release the electric parking brake.  
1. Depress the brake pedal.  
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) goes off.  
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake  
switch while driving, the brakes on all four  
wheels are applied by the electric servo brake  
system until the vehicle come to a stop. The  
electric parking brake then applies, and the  
switch should be released.  
Electric Parking  
Brake Switch  
Manually releasing the parking brake using  
the switch helps your vehicle to start slowly  
and smoothly when facing downhill on steep  
hills.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
■ Automatic parking brake feature operation  
1Parking Brake  
If the automatic parking brake feature has been activated:  
• The parking brake is applied automatically when you set the power mode to OFF.  
• To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and brake  
system indicator (red) is on.  
In the following situations, the parking brake  
automatically operates.  
• When the vehicle stops more than 10 minutes  
while ACC with Low Speed Follow is activated.  
• When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while  
your vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with  
Low Speed Follow.  
2 Activating and deactivating the automatic parking brake feature P. 553  
■ To release automatically  
• When the power system is turned off while ACC  
with Low Speed Follow is activated.  
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.  
Use the accelerator pedal to release the brake when you are starting the vehicle  
facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.  
• When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake  
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.  
• When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while  
your vehicle is stopped and brake hold is applied.  
• When the power system is turned off while brake  
hold is applied.  
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.  
When on a hill, it may require more  
accelerator input to release.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) goes off.  
• When there is a problem with the Brake Hold  
System while brake hold is applied.  
If the parking brake cannot be released  
automatically, release it manually.  
Accelerator Pedal  
When the vehicle is traveling uphill, the accelerator  
pedal may need to be pressed farther to  
You can release the parking brake automatically when:  
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.  
• The power system is on.  
automatically release the electric parking brake.  
The parking brake cannot be released automatically  
while the following indicators are on:  
• Malfunction indicator lamp  
• The transmission is not in (P or (N.  
• Transmission system indicator  
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■ Activating and deactivating the automatic parking brake feature  
With the power mode is ON, carry out the following steps to either activate or  
deactivate the automatic parking brake feature.  
1Parking Brake  
The parking brake may not be released automatically  
while the following indicators are on:  
• Parking brake and brake system indicator (amber)  
• VSA® system indicator  
• ABS indicator  
• Supplemental restraint system indicator  
1. Put the transmission into (P.  
2. Without depressing the brake pedal, pull up the electric parking brake switch.  
u Check that the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) has come on.  
3. Pull up and hold the electric parking brake switch. When you hear a beeping  
sound, release the switch and within 3 seconds pull up and hold the switch again.  
4. When you hear a sound indicating that the procedure is completed, release the  
switch.  
u Two beeps indicates that the feature has been activated.  
u One beep indicates that the feature has been deactivated.  
u When you have completed activating the feature, the parking brake will  
remain applied after you turn off the power system.  
In cold climates, the parking brake may freeze in  
place if applied.  
When parking the vehicle, chock the wheels and  
make sure the automatic parking brake feature is  
deactivated.  
Also, when putting your vehicle through a conveyor-  
type car wash or when having your vehicle towed,  
deactivate the automatic parking brake feature and  
leave the parking brake released.  
u To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and  
brake system indicator (red) is on.  
If you need to temporarily deactivate the feature while putting your vehicle through  
a conveyor type car wash. You can follow the procedure explained below.  
1. Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.  
2. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and then within 2 seconds push down the  
electric parking brake switch.  
u Activation and deactivation settings for the feature will not be affected.  
u Before temporarily deactivating the feature, make sure to first turn off both  
ACC with Low Speed Follow and the automatic brake hold system.  
u To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and  
brake system indicator (red) is on.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
1Foot Brake  
Foot Brake  
■
Check the brakes after driving through deep water,  
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If  
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the  
pedal several times.  
Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. The brake assist system  
increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an  
emergency situation. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering  
control when braking very hard.  
If you hear a continuous metallic friction sound when  
applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear  
indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates  
that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the  
vehicle checked by a dealer. If you hear only an  
occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply  
the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by  
high frequency vibration of the brake pads against  
the rotating brake disc.  
2 Brake Assist System P. 558  
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 557  
Applying constant pressure to the brakes while going  
down a long hill can cause the brakes to heat up,  
resulting in a loss of stopping power. Therefore,  
when descending a long hill, release the accelerator  
pedal and allow regenerative braking to slow the  
vehicle down. To adjust the rate of deceleration, use  
the deceleration paddle selector.  
When the high voltage battery has fully recharged,  
regenerative braking may not be possible.  
2 POWER/CHARGE Gauge P. 126  
2
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge P. 127  
2 Deceleration Paddle Selector P. 484  
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while  
driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause  
them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad  
life. It will also confuse drivers behind you.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
1Automatic Brake Hold  
Automatic Brake Hold  
■
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is  
pressed. You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at  
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.  
3
WARNING  
Activating the automatic brake hold system  
on steep hills or slippery roads may still  
allow the vehicle to move if you remove  
your foot from the brake pedal.  
■ Turning on the system  
■ Activating the system  
■ Canceling the system  
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may  
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or  
death.  
Comes  
On  
On  
On  
Comes  
On  
Goes  
Off  
Never activate the automatic brake hold  
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from  
moving when stopped on a steep hill or  
slippery roads.  
Automatic Brake  
Hold Button  
Brake Pedal  
Accelerator Pedal  
Fasten your seat belt  
properly, then start the  
power system. Press the  
automatic brake hold  
button.  
Depress the brake pedal  
to come to a complete  
stop. The transmission  
must not be in (P or (R.  
Depress the accelerator  
pedal while the  
transmission is in a  
position other than (P or  
(N. The system is  
cancelled and the vehicle  
starts to move.  
The automatic brake  
3
WARNING  
●
The automatic brake  
hold indicator comes  
on. Braking is kept for  
up to 10 minutes.  
Release the brake pedal  
after the automatic  
brake hold indicator  
comes on.  
Using the automatic brake hold system to  
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle  
unexpectedly moving.  
●
The automatic brake  
hold system indicator  
comes on. The system  
is turned on.  
●
hold indicator goes  
off. The system  
continues to be on.  
●
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may  
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or  
death.  
Never leave the vehicle when braking is  
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold  
and always park the vehicle by putting the  
transmission in (P and applying the parking  
brake.  
Continued  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
■ The system automatically cancels when:  
• You engage the parking brake.  
• You depress the brake pedal and put the transmission into (P or (R.  
1Automatic Brake Hold  
While the system is activated, you can turn off the  
power system or park the vehicle through the same  
procedure as you normally do.  
2 When Stopped P. 559  
■ The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:  
• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.  
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.  
• The power system is turned off.  
• There is a problem with automatic brake hold system.  
Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,  
the automatic brake hold turns off once the power  
system is off.  
1Turning off the automatic brake hold system  
■ Turning off the automatic brake hold system  
While the system is on, press the automatic  
brake hold button again.  
Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold  
system before using an automated car wash.  
u The automatic brake hold system  
You may hear an operating noise if the vehicle moves  
while the automatic brake hold system is in  
operation.  
Goes  
Off  
indicator goes off.  
If you want to turn off automatic brake hold  
while the system is in operation, press the  
Automatic Brake  
Hold Button  
automatic brake hold button with the brake  
pedal depressed.  
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uuBrakinguAnti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
1Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
ABS  
■
NOTICE  
Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by  
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you can.  
The ABS may not function correctly if you use a tire of  
the incorrect size or type.  
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also  
balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.  
If the ABS indicator comes on while driving, there  
may be a problem with the system.  
While normal braking is not affected, there is a  
possibility that the ABS will not be operating. Have  
your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.  
You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always  
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as  
“stomp and steer.“  
The ABS is not designed for the purpose of reducing  
the time or distance it takes for a vehicle to stop: It is  
designed to limit brake lockup which can lead to  
skidding and loss of steering control.  
■ ABS operation  
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Depress the brake  
pedal and keep holding the pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to  
press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel  
the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.  
In the following cases, your vehicle may need more  
distance to stop than a vehicle without the ABS:  
• You are driving on rough or uneven road surfaces,  
such as gravel or snow.  
ABS may activate when you depress the brake pedal when driving on:  
• Wet or snow covered roads.  
• Roads paved with stone.  
The following may be observed with the ABS system:  
• Motor sounds coming from the engine  
compartment when the brakes are applied, or  
when system checks are being performed after the  
engine has been started and while the vehicle  
accelerates.  
• Roads with uneven surfaces, such as potholes, cracks, manholes, etc.  
When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.  
• Brake pedal and/or the vehicle body vibration when  
ABS activates.  
These vibrations and sounds are normal to ABS  
systems and are no cause for concern.  
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uuBrakinguBrake Assist System  
Brake Assist System  
Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when you depress  
the brake pedal hard during emergency braking.  
■ Brake assist system operation  
Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking.  
When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and an operating noise  
may be heard. This is normal. Keep holding the brake pedal firmly down.  
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Parking Your Vehicle  
When Stopped  
1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.  
1Parking Your Vehicle  
2. With the brake pedal depressed, pull up the electric parking brake switch slowly,  
but fully.  
3. Change the shift position to (P.  
4. Turn off the power system.  
3
WARNING  
The vehicle can roll away if left unattended  
without confirming that Park is engaged.  
u The parking brake and brake system indicator (red) goes off in about 15  
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash  
resulting in serious injury or death.  
seconds.  
Always set the parking brake, in particular if you are parked on an incline.  
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal  
until you have confirmed that (P is shown  
on the shift position indicator.  
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,  
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.  
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.  
Continued  
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uuParking Your VehicleuWhen Stopped  
1When Stopped  
NOTICE  
The following can damage the driveline:  
• Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals  
simultaneously.  
• Changing to (P before the vehicle stops  
completely.  
When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by  
depressing the accelerator pedal.  
Doing so may cause the power system to overheat  
and fail.  
In extremely cold temperatures, the parking brake  
may freeze up if applied. If such temperatures are  
expected, do not apply the parking brake but, if  
parking on a slope, either turn the front wheels so  
they will contact the curb if the vehicle rolls down the  
slope or block the wheels to keep the vehicle from  
moving. If you do not take either precaution, the  
vehicle may roll unexpectedly, leading to a crash.  
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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System*  
Parking Sensor System*  
1Parking Sensor System*  
The corner and center sensors monitor obstacles around your vehicle, and the  
beeper, driver information interface and audio/information screen let you know the  
approximate distance between your vehicle and the obstacle.  
Even when the system is on, always confirm if there is  
no obstacle near your vehicle before parking.  
The system may not work properly when:  
• The sensors are covered with snow, ice, mud, or  
dirt.  
• The vehicle is on uneven surface, such as grass,  
bumps, or a hill.  
■ The sensor location and range  
Front Corner Sensors  
Rear Corner Sensors  
Front Center Sensors  
Rear Center Sensors  
• The vehicle has been out in hot or cold weather.  
• The system is affected by devices that emit  
ultrasonic waves.  
• Driving in bad weather.  
The system may not sense:  
• Thin or low objects.  
• Sonic-absorptive materials, such as snow, cotton,  
or sponge.  
• Objects directly under the bumper.  
Front: Within about 24 in (60 cm)  
or less  
Rear: Within about 28 in (70 cm)  
or less  
Front: Within about 39 in (100 cm)  
or less  
Rear: Within about 43 in (110 cm)  
or less  
Do not put any accessories on or around the sensors.  
* Not available on all models  
Continued  
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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System*  
■ Parking sensor system on and off  
1Parking sensor system on and off  
With the power mode in ON, press the  
When you set the power mode to ON, the system will  
be in the previously selected condition.  
parking sensor system button to turn on or off  
the system. The indicator in the button comes  
on when the system is on.  
The front corner and front center sensors start  
to detect an obstacle when the transmission is  
in any position other than (P or (R, and the  
vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).  
The front corner, rear corner and rear center  
sensors start to detect an obstacle when the  
transmission is in (R, and the vehicle speed is  
less than 5 mph (8 km/h).  
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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System*  
■ Screen Operation  
Normal display  
1Screen Operation  
You can switch the display to normal display  
or split display by touching the tab vicinity or  
on the camera display.  
If the parking sensor system is off or there is a  
malfunction in the system, the tab disappears, and  
the split display returns to the normal display.  
Tab  
You can also switch the display to normal display or  
split display using the audio/information screen.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
Touch  
Touch  
Camera  
display  
Split display  
Touch  
Touch  
Continued  
563  
 
uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System*  
■ When the distance between your vehicle and obstacles behind becomes shorter  
Distance between the Bumper and Obstacle  
Interval between  
Driver Information Interface/  
Audio/Information Screen  
Indicator  
beeps  
Corner Sensors  
Center Sensors  
Audio/information screen  
Front: About 41-26 in  
(105-65 cm)  
—
Blinks in Yellow*1  
Blinks in Amber  
Blinks in Red  
Moderate  
Rear: About 45-26 in  
(115-65 cm)  
Front: About 26-19 in  
(65-50 cm)  
Rear: About 30-19 in  
(75-50 cm)  
Indicators light up where the  
sensor detects an obstacle  
About 26-19 in (65-50 cm)  
Short  
About 19-16 in (50-40 cm) About 19-16 in (50-40 cm)  
About 16 in (40 cm) or less About 16 in (40 cm) or less  
Very short  
Continuous  
Driver information interface  
Indicators light up where the  
sensor detects an obstacle  
*1: At this stage, only the center sensors detect obstacles.  
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uuParking Your VehicleuParking Sensor System*  
1Turning off All Rear Sensors  
Turning off All Rear Sensors  
■
When you shift to (R, the indicator in the parking  
sensor system button blinks as a reminder that the  
rear sensors have been turned off.  
1. Make sure that the parking sensor system is not activated. Set the power mode to  
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).  
2. Press and hold the parking sensor system button, and set the power mode to ON.  
3. Keep pressing the button for 10 seconds. Release the button when the indicator  
in the button flashes.  
4. Press the button again. The indicator in the button goes off.  
u The beeper sounds twice. The rear sensors are now turned off.  
To turn the rear sensors on again, follow the above procedure. The beeper sounds  
three times when the rear sensors come back on.  
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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor*  
Cross Traffic Monitor*  
1Cross Traffic Monitor*  
Monitors the rear corner areas using the radar sensors when reversing, and alerts  
you if a vehicle approaching from a rear corner is detected.  
3
CAUTION  
The system is convenient when you are backing out of a parking space.  
Cross Traffic Monitor cannot detect all  
approaching vehicles and may not detect  
an approaching vehicle at all.  
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to  
back up the vehicle before doing so may  
result in a collision.  
Do not solely rely on the system when  
reversing; always also use your mirrors, and  
look behind and to the sides of your vehicle  
before reversing.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor*  
1Cross Traffic Monitor*  
How the System Works  
■
Cross Traffic Monitor may not detect or may delay  
alerting an approaching vehicle, or may alert without  
an approaching vehicle under the following  
conditions:  
• An obstacle, such as another vehicle and a wall,  
near your vehicle’s rear bumper, is blocking the  
radar sensor’s scope.  
• Your vehicle is moving at the speed of about 3 mph  
(5 km/h) or higher.  
• A vehicle is approaching at the speed other than  
between about 6 mph (10 km/h) and 16 mph (25  
km/h).  
• The system picks up external interference such as  
other radar sensors from another vehicle or strong  
radio wave transmitted from a facility nearby.  
• Either corner of the rear bumper is covered with  
snow, ice, mud or dirt.  
• When there is bad weather.  
• Your vehicle is on an incline.  
The system activates when:  
• The power mode is in ON.  
• The Cross Traffic Monitor system is turned  
on.  
2 Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off P. 569  
• The transmission is in (R.  
• Your vehicle is moving at 3 mph (5 km/h) or  
lower.  
Radar sensors:  
Underneath the rear bumper  
corners  
When a vehicle is detected approaching from a rear corner, Cross Traffic Monitor  
alerts you with a buzzer and a displayed warning.  
• Your vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load in the rear.  
• Your vehicle is reversing towards a wall, a pole, a  
vehicle, and so on.  
The system will not detect a vehicle that approaches from directly behind your  
vehicle, nor will it provide alerts about a detected vehicle when it moves directly  
behind your vehicle.  
The rear bumper or the sensors have been improperly  
repaired or the rear bumper has been deformed.  
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
The system does not detect or provide alerts for a vehicle that is moving away from  
your vehicle, and it may alert for pedestrians, bicycles, or stationary objects.  
For proper operation, always keep the rear bumper  
corner area clean.  
Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with labels  
or stickers of any kind.  
* Not available on all models  
Continued  
567  
uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor*  
1When the System Detects a Vehicle  
If the on the lower right changes to  
When the System Detects a Vehicle  
■
when the  
transmission is in (R, mud snow or ice may have  
accumulated in the vicinity of the sensor. Check the  
bumper corners for any obstructions, and thoroughly  
clean the area if necessary.  
Arrow Icon  
If the  
comes on when the transmission is in (R,  
there may be a problem with the Cross Traffic  
Monitor system. Do not use the system and have your  
vehicle checked by a dealer.  
Normal View  
Wide View  
Top Down View  
If the display remains the same with the transmission  
in (R, there may be a problem with the rear camera  
system and the Cross Traffic Monitor system.  
Do not use the system and have your vehicle checked  
by a dealer.  
An arrow icon appears on the side a vehicle is approaching on the audio/information  
screen.  
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uuParking Your VehicleuCross Traffic Monitor*  
Cross Traffic Monitor On and Off  
■
You can switch on and off the system using the audio/information screen.  
1. Select  
.
2. Select Settings.  
3. Select Camera.  
4. Select Cross Traffic Monitor.  
5. Select On or Off, then select OK.  
The system can also be turned on and off on  
the audio/information screen by pressing the  
CTM icon.  
Icon  
569  
 
Multi-View Rear Camera  
About Your Multi-View Rear Camera  
The audio/information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view.  
1About Your Multi-View Rear Camera  
The display automatically changes to a rear view when the transmission is put into (R.  
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see  
the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath  
the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects  
appear closer or farther than they actually are.  
Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area  
■
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing  
up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and  
high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do  
not rely on the rearview display which does not give  
you all information about conditions at the back of  
your vehicle.  
Wide View Mode  
Approx.  
39 inches  
(1 m)  
Approx.  
20 inches  
(50 cm)  
Tailgate  
Open  
Range  
Normal View Mode  
Top Down View Mode  
If the camera lens is covered with dirt or moisture,  
use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free  
of debris.  
Bumper  
Guidelines  
Models with Display Audio  
Camera  
You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic  
Guideline settings.  
2 Customized Features P. 369  
Fixed Guideline  
On: Guidelines appear when you put the  
transmission into (R.  
Off: Guidelines do not appear.  
Dynamic Guideline  
On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel  
direction.  
Off: Guidelines do not move.  
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uuMulti-View Rear CamerauAbout Your Multi-View Rear Camera  
1About Your Multi-View Rear Camera  
You can view three different camera angles on the rearview display.  
Models with color audio system  
You can change the Camera Guideline On or Off  
settings.  
Models with color audio system  
Press the selector knob to switch the angle.  
Models with Display Audio  
Touch the appropriate icon to switch the angle.  
: Wide view mode  
2 Customized Features P. 362  
Camera Guideline  
On: Guidelines appear when you put the  
transmission into (R.  
Off: Guidelines do not appear.  
: Normal view mode  
: Top down view mode  
All models  
• If you were last using Wide view mode or Normal view mode, the same view  
mode will be activated the next time you put the transmission into (R.  
• If you were using Top down view mode before you turned off the power system,  
Wide view mode will be activated the next time you set the power mode to ON  
and put the transmission into (R.  
• If you were using Top down view mode and 10 seconds elapsed after you took  
the transmission out of (R, Wide view mode will be activated the next time you  
put the transmission into (R.  
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Refueling  
Fuel Information  
■ Fuel recommendation  
1Fuel Information  
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher  
NOTICE  
We recommend quality gasoline containing  
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and  
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain  
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions  
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline  
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based  
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is  
available.  
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise  
that can lead to engine damage.  
■ Top tier detergent gasoline  
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda  
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help  
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent  
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive  
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.  
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely  
affect performance, and cause the malfunction  
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.  
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.  
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met  
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is  
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic  
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic  
additives in gasoline, help avoid buildup of deposits in your engine and emission  
control system.  
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such  
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on  
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol  
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.  
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try  
another service station or switch to another brand of  
gasoline.  
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on  
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. for additional  
information on gasoline. For more information on top tier gasoline, visit  
www.toptiergas.com.  
■ Fuel tank capacity: 14 US gal (53 L)  
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uuRefuelinguHow to Refuel  
How to Refuel  
Your fuel tank is not equipped with a fuel filler cap. You can insert the filler nozzle  
1How to Refuel  
directly into the filler neck. The tank seals itself again when you pull out the filler  
nozzle.  
3
WARNING  
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station  
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the  
rear.  
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.  
You can be burned or seriously injured  
when handling fuel.  
2. Turn off the power system.  
3. Pull on the fuel fill door release handle  
under the lower left corner of the  
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,  
and flames away.  
Pull  
• Handle fuel only outdoors.  
• Wipe up spills immediately.  
dashboard.  
u The fuel fill door opens.  
The fuel filler opening is designed to accept only  
service station filler nozzles for refueling. Use of  
smaller diameter tubes (e.g., those used to siphon  
fuel for other uses) or other non-service station  
devices can damage the area in and around the filler  
opening.  
Continued  
573  
 
uuRefuelinguHow to Refuel  
4. Place the end of the filler nozzle on the  
lower part of filler opening, then insert it  
slowly and fully.  
u Make sure that the end of the filler  
nozzle goes down along with the filler  
pipe.  
u Keep the filler nozzle level.  
u When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will  
click off automatically.  
1How to Refuel  
If the filler nozzle keeps turning off when the tank is  
not full, there may be a problem with the pump's fuel  
vapor recovery system. Try filling at another pump. If  
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.  
If you repeatedly fill the tank with less than the  
specified minimum amount of fuel, the malfunction  
indicator lamp may come on. If this happens, have  
your vehicle checked by a dealer.  
u After filling, wait about five seconds  
before removing the filler nozzle.  
u If you do not fill up the tank to full,  
always add a minimum of 1.3 US gal  
(5.0 L) of fuel.  
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in  
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result  
of changes in air temperature.  
Do not continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has  
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed  
the full tank capacity.  
5. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.  
If you have to refuel your vehicle from a portable  
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.  
2 Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container  
P. 665  
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Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions  
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2  
Emissions  
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several  
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and  
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the  
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.  
1Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions  
Direct calculation is the recommended method to  
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.  
Gallons of  
fuel  
Miles per  
Gallon  
Miles driven  
100  
Maintenance and Fuel Economy  
■
Kilometers  
L per 100 km  
Liter  
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.  
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the  
driver information interface.  
• Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended.  
2 Recommended Engine Oil P. 588  
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.  
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.  
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside  
adds weight and increases wind resistance.  
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