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Door Operation
Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors.
 Using the Lock Tab
To unlock: Pull the lock tab rearward. When you 
unlock the door using the lock tab on the driver’s 
door, only the driver’s door unlocks.
To lock: Push the lock tab forward. When you lock 
the door using the lock tab on the driver’s door, all 
other doors and the tailgate lock.
 Using the Front Door Inner HandleWhen you pull either front door inner handle, the 
door unlocks and opens.
 Using the Master Door Lock SwitchTo unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to 
unlock all doors and the tailgate.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock all 
doors and the tailgate.
The front passenger’s door also has the master door 
lock switch.
 Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors 
from being opened from the inside, regardless of the 
position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position, 
and close the door.
Open the door using the outer door handle.
Tailgate Operation*
Use these methods to operate the tailgate.
 Opening the TailgatePress the tailgate release button and lift up the 
tailgate to open it.
 Closing the TailgateGrab the inner handle and pull the tailgate down. 
Push it closed from the outside.
*if equipped
Lock tabTo lock
To unlock
To lock
To unlock
Master doorlock switch
Lock Unlock
Release button
Inner handle                  
						

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Power Tailgate Operation*
Use these methods to operate the power tailgate.
 Power Tailgate Button
The vehicle must be in Park (P) with all doors 
unlocked.
Press and hold the power tailgate button on the 
dashboard to open the tailgate. Press it again at any 
time to close it.
 Power Tailgate Close ButtonPress the power tailgate close button to 
automatically close the tailgate. Press it again at 
any time to reverse the tailgate direction.
*if equipped
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by usi\
ng the 
switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and 
close all the windows.
 Automatic OperationTo open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop the 
window at any time, push or pull the switch again 
briefly.
 Manual OperationTo open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach the desired position.
 Power Window LockPush in the power window lock button so only the driver’s window can be 
operated.
Closing the power tailgate while anyone is in the path of the tailgate c\
an 
cause serious injury.
Make sure everyone is away from the tailgate before closing it. 
WARNING
Do not push or pull on the power tailgate when it is being automatically\
 opened 
or closed. Forcibly opening or closing the power tailgate while in opera\
tion can 
deform the tailgate frame.
NOTICE Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious 
injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
WARNING
Off
Power window 
lock button
Driver’s 
window 
switch On
IndicatorFront passenger’s 
window switch          
						

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Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
 Brightness Control
Adjust instrument panel brightness when the 
vehicle is on.
To brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
To dim: Turn the knob to the left.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches 
minimum or maximum.
 Interior LightsChange the interior light settings using the switch 
on the ceiling.
ON position: Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Interior lights come on 
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door 
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.
OFF position: Interior lights remain off.
 Map LightsPress the front map lights to turn on or off. 
 Cargo Area LightsLocated on the rear ceiling in front of the tailgate. 
ON position: Cargo lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Cargo area lights are on 
when the tailgate is open.
OFF position: Cargo area lights remain off.
Power Moonroof Operation* 
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using th\
e switch 
on the ceiling. 
 Automatic OperationTo open: Push the switch back firmly to the second 
detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly to the 
second detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop 
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefly.
 Manual OperationTo open: Push and hold the switch back to the first detent until the desired p\
osition 
is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the first detent until the desire\
d 
position is reached.
 Moonroof TiltTo tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release.
*if equipped
Close Open
Tilt
Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
WARNING
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covere\
d with 
snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
NOTICE
Control knob
Door-activated
position On
Off
Door-activated
position Off     
						

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*if equipped
One-Touch Turn Signal
Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.
Lightly push the turn signal lever up or down for a 
three-blink sequence.
For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down 
until it locks into place.
Wiper Operation
The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on.
 Front Wipers
Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired position.
*if equipped
 Intermittent (INT) Wipers*When you move the lever to the INT position, the 
wipers operate based on the delay adjustment.
Rotate the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper delay.
Pull to use 
washer.
MIST
OFF
INT*: Low speed intermittent 
AUTO*: Automatic intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
 Headlight-Wiper Integration*When the headlights are in the AUTO position, they automatically turn on\
 when 
the front wipers operate several times within a certain interval. The he\
adlights 
turn off shortly after the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough \
ambient light.
INT 
position
Adjustment ringLower speed
Higher speed
 Exterior LightsRotate the switches on the headlight lever to operate the exterior light\
s. Push the 
lever forward to turn on the high beams. Return the lever to its origina\
l position for 
low beams.
OFF: All exterior lights are off.
: Turn on exterior lights except headlights.
AUTO: Turn on the automatic lighting feature*. 
Headlights turn on or off depending on ambient 
brightness when the vehicle is on. Headlights 
automatically come on after the wipers are  
engaged for a certain time.
: Turn on all exterior lights including headlights.
: Turn fog lights* on or off.
High beams
Low 
beams Flashing the 
high beamsFog lights*
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Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safe\
ty.
 Adjusting the Front Seats
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while 
allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. 
You should be able to sit upright and well back in the 
seat, adequately press the pedals without leaning 
forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. 
The passenger’s seat should be adjusted so that it 
is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard 
as possible.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada 
recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the ce\
nter of the 
steering wheel and the chest.
Driver’s power seat*
Move back and allow  sufficient space.
*if equipped
 Automatic (AUTO) Rain-Sensing Wipers*
When you move the lever to the AUTO position 
while driving in rainy weather, the wipers operate 
based on the amount of detected rainfall.
Put the lever in the AUTO position only when driving 
in rainy weather.
Rotate the adjustment ring to adjust the rainfall 
sensor sensitivity.
Return the lever to the OFF position when rain stops.
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get 
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck. 
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the de\
froster 
or heated windshield button* to warm the windshield, or manually clear the 
windshield of ice and snow before turning on the wipers.
NOTICE
 Rear Wiper When you shift to Reverse (R) and the front 
wipers are activated, the rear wiper activates 
even if the switch is off. Always ensure the wiper lever is in the OFF position before entering a c\
ar wash to 
prevent severe damage to the windshield wiper system.
NOTICE
*if equipped
AUTO 
position
Adjustment ringLow sensitivity: Wipers 
operate when more 
rainfall is detected.
High sensitivity: Wipers 
operate when less 
rainfall is detected.
1 INT: Intermittent2 ON: Continuous wipe3 OFF4 Washer
421
3
4
Horizontal 
position  
adjustment
Height 
adjustment Lumbar support 
adjustment
Seat-back 
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Manual seats*
*if equipped
 Adjusting the Head Restraints
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. H\
ead 
restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other \
rear-impact 
crash injuries.
The center of the back of the occupant’s head 
should rest against the center of the restraint. The 
tops of the occupant’s ears should be level with the 
center height of the restraint.
Front and rear center seat head restraints
To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward.
To lower the head restraint: Push it down while 
pressing the release button.
To remove the head restraint: Pull the restraint up as 
far as it will go. Then push the release button, and 
pull the restraint up and out.
To reinstall a head restraint: Insert the legs back 
in place, then adjust the head restraint to an 
appropriate height while pressing the release button. 
Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is locked in 
position.
Rear outer seat head restraints
To fold down the head restraint: Pull up on the strap.
To return the head restraint to its upright position: 
Pull up the head restraint and push it back until it 
latches into place.
In order for the head restraint system to work properly:
•  Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs\
.
•  Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.
•  Install each restraint in its proper location.
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in\
 a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the se\
at.
WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or deat\
h if the 
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintain\
ing 
control of the vehicle.
WARNING
Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or de\
ath in a 
crash.
Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor\
.
WARNING
Height adjustment 
(Driver’s seat only) Pull up 
or push down the lever to 
raise or lower the seat.
Seat-back angle 
Pull up the lever to 
change the angle.
Horizontal position adjustment 
Pull up on the bar to move the 
seat, then release the bar.
Position head in the
center of the head 
restraint.
Strap
Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and 
increases the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before dr\
iving.
WARNING      
						

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Failure to reinstall, or correctly reinstall, the head restraints can re\
sult in 
severe injury during a crash.
Always replace the head restraints before driving.
WARNING
 Floor Mats
Position the front seat floor mats properly, and anchor 
them. If they are not properly positioned, the floor 
mats can interfere with the front seat functions.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of the 
anchored mats.
Unlock
Lock
Rear Seats 
Fold down rear seats to allow for additional storage space.
 Folding Down Rear Seats1.  Store the center seat belt. Insert the latch plate 
into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle. 
Retract the seat belt into the holder on the ceiling 
(see page 8).
2.  Lower the center head restraint to its lowest 
position. Put the armrest back into the seat-back.
3.  From the rear door side: Pull the release strap.
From the cargo area side: Pull the release lever.  
 
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items 
extending to the rear seats are properly secured. 
Loose items can fly forward if you have to brake 
hard.
 Returning Seats to the Upright Position
1.  Pull the seat-back up and push back into place 
until you hear a click. 
2.  Push the head restraint up to its original position.
3.  Pull the seat cushion up and push it down into its 
original position.
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Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so\
 that you 
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving postur\
e.
1.  Pull up the steering wheel adjustment lever.
2.  Move the steering wheel up or down, and in 
or out.
3.  Push down the steering wheel adjustment 
lever to lock the steering wheel in position.
Driving Position Memory System*
You can store two driver’s seat positions into memory when the vehicle is on using 
the buttons on the driver’s door.
1. Adjust the seat to your preferred position.
2.  Press SET.
3.  Press and hold memory button 1 or 2. You will hear 
two beeps when the memory is set.
4.  Press one of the memory buttons to recall 
previously stored positions.
Lumbar positions cannot be stored.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, the seat 
adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.
*if equipped
To adjust
To lockLever
*if equipped
Adjusting the Mirrors
Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sit\
ting in the 
correct driving position. 
 Rearview Mirror with Day/Night Positions* Manually adjust the position to reduce headlight 
glare from vehicles behind you. Flip the tab to 
switch between day and night positions.
 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*When driving after dark, the automatic dimming 
function reduces the glare from headlights behind 
you.
A green indicator appears when automatic dimming 
is on. The function cancels when the shift lever is in 
Reverse (R).
 Power Door MirrorsAdjust the power door mirrors when the vehicle is on. 
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right mirror. 
After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the 
center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press the switch 
left, right, up, or down to move the mirror.
SET button
Memory
button 1
Memory
button 2
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to los\
e 
control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
WARNING
Night position
Ta b
Day
position
Sensor
Adjustment
switch
Selector 
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HomeLink® Garage Opener*
Program your vehicle to operate up to three remote-controlled devices ar\
ound your 
home—such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems—using the buttons 
on the ceiling. Available in the U.S. only.
*if equipped
Indicator Buttons
Air Conditioning System* 
Manually control the front heating and cooling in your vehicle’s interior using the 
buttons on the dashboard.
*if equipped
Press and release the HomeLink 
button. Press and release the button on 
the remote every 2 seconds.
Does the LED change from slowly blinking 
to constantly on or rapidly blinking? This 
should take less than one minute.
Press and hold the 
HomeLink button 
again. T
raining 
complete
YES
NO
HomeLink indicator 
rapidly blinks. HomeLink LED 
remains on.
YES
NO
YES
NO
Position the remote transmitter you wish 
to link 1–3 inches (3–8 cm) from the 
HomeLink button you want to program.1
Press and release the desired HomeLink 
button. Hold the button on the remote 
transmitter .
Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) change 
from slowly blinking to constantly on or 
rapidly blinking? This should take less than 
one minute.
2
aThe remote has a rolling code. Press the  
“learn” button on the remote-controlled 
device (e.g., garage door opener) .
Press and hold the HomeLink button 
again; the remote-controlled device 
should operate. Within 30 seconds, press and hold the 
programmed HomeLink button for 
2 seconds.a
Press and hold the programmed 
HomeLink button for about a second.
Does the device (garage door opener) work?
3
b
4
5
 Training a Button Park near the system you want to program, and follow the instructions in\
 the 
flowchart below.
To retrain a button or erase codes, see the Owner’s Manual on the Owner 
Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or www.myhonda.ca (Canada).  
If you need help, visit www.homelink.com or call (800) 355-3515.
Fan control/
OFF dial
A/C 
button
MAX A/C 
button  Windshield 
defroster button
Temperature 
control dial
Recirculation button: 
Recirculation mode (indicator on): 
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s 
interior. 
Fresh Air mode (indicator off): 
Maintains outside ventilation.  Rear defogger/
heated door 
mirrors button*Mode buttons:  
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Climate Control System* 
The automatic climate control system can maintain your preferred interio\
r 
temperature by selecting the proper mix of heated or cooled air and fan \
speed. Use 
the buttons on the dashboard to control the system.
*if equipped 
**Canadian models
AUTO button: 
Press, then use 
the temperature 
control dial to set 
your preferred 
temperature. 
SYNC button: Set 
the passenger’s 
side temperature 
to the same as  
the driver’s side. 
Driver’s side temperature 
control dial
ON/OFF button
A/C 
buttonPassenger’s side 
temperature 
control dial
Recirculation button: 
Recirculation mode (indicator on): 
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s 
interior. 
Fresh Air mode (indicator off): 
Maintains outside ventilation. 
Rear defogger/
heated door 
mirrors button*
Windshield 
defroster 
button 
Fan control 
buttons
Mode button: 
Change airflow 
location.
Seat Heaters*
Quickly warm the front seats when the vehicle is on.
Press the seat heater switch in the front console to 
select LO or HI. 
LO: Slowly warm the seat, or to maintain continuous 
heating.
HI: Quickly warm the seat. If left in HI, the heater 
cycles on and off.
*if equipped
 Heated Windshield Button** Press the heated windshield button to deice the 
windshield when the vehicle is on.
When the outside temperature is below 4°C, the 
heated windshield may automatically activate. 
The system deactivates itself once the outside 
temperature reaches 6°C.
Heat-induced burns are possible when using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense temperature (e.g., persons w\
ith 
diabetes, lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or with sensitive skin should 
not use the seat heaters.
WARNING