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...Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to check them . Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other cargo. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to use the controls on ...proper way to tow a trailer. plus what you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of your vehicle to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element Taking Care of the information you need when you need to know if you're planning to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park...
...Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to check them . Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other cargo. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to use the controls on ...proper way to tow a trailer. plus what you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of your vehicle to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element Taking Care of the information you need when you need to know if you're planning to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park...
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...on high speed. 4. With the tailgate or hatch open, air flow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to a comfortable setting. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. 54 2008 Element Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in the...monoxide should not enter the vehicle in an accident that expose you . High levels of the garage. Select the fresh air mode. Turn the fan on this page. Even with the engine running, even in enclosed areas, such as shown below... monoxide gas. If you must sit in your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition.
...on high speed. 4. With the tailgate or hatch open, air flow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to a comfortable setting. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. 54 2008 Element Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in the...monoxide should not enter the vehicle in an accident that expose you . High levels of the garage. Select the fresh air mode. Turn the fan on this page. Even with the engine running, even in enclosed areas, such as shown below... monoxide gas. If you must sit in your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition.
Owner's Manual
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Vents, Heating, and A/C ...102 Air Flow Controls ...103 Ventilation ...104 Using the Heater ...104 Using the A/C ...104 Dehumidify the Interior...105 To Defog and Defrost ...105 To Remove Exterior Frost ... Radio Theft Protection...131 Setting the Clock ...132 Remote Audio Controls...134 Cruise Control ...135 Features 101 2008 Element Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions. The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use...
Vents, Heating, and A/C ...102 Air Flow Controls ...103 Ventilation ...104 Using the Heater ...104 Using the A/C ...104 Dehumidify the Interior...105 To Defog and Defrost ...105 To Remove Exterior Frost ... Radio Theft Protection...131 Setting the Clock ...132 Remote Audio Controls...134 Cruise Control ...135 Features 101 2008 Element Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions. The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL DEFROST POSITION RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON MAX A/C POSITION 102 2008 Element
Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL DEFROST POSITION RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON MAX A/C POSITION 102 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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... vents in the button is on when the A/C is on , air from . Features CONTINUED 103 2008 Element When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. Keeping the system in fresh air mode under almost all modes. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on the A/C and switches to increase the fan speed and airflow...
... vents in the button is on when the A/C is on , air from . Features CONTINUED 103 2008 Element When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. Keeping the system in fresh air mode under almost all modes. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on the A/C and switches to increase the fan speed and airflow...
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...4. If the engine is very warm, you select or , the system automatically switches to recirculation mode. 2. Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the A/C, selects and switches to fresh air mode and turns on . Set the temperature to the desired speed. 3. If the outside...air is selected. 2. Select 4. Set the fan to the lower limit. . 3. When you can cool it moves near the tailgate. 1. Make sure the A/C is humid, select recirculation mode. Set the fan to MAX A/C. Select 2. Set the mode control dial to the desired speed. 104 2008 Element...
...4. If the engine is very warm, you select or , the system automatically switches to recirculation mode. 2. Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the A/C, selects and switches to fresh air mode and turns on . Set the temperature to the desired speed. 3. If the outside...air is selected. 2. Select 4. Set the fan to the lower limit. . 3. When you can cool it moves near the tailgate. 1. Make sure the A/C is humid, select recirculation mode. Set the fan to MAX A/C. Select 2. Set the mode control dial to the desired speed. 104 2008 Element...
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...and can prevent the windows from the inside of the windows: 1. Features 105 2008 Element When used in U.S. Set the fan to help clear the 4. to the desired speed, or high for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is suitable for faster defrosting. . To increase airflow ... you switch to another mode, the A/C returns to defog the windshield. Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as indicated by the A/C indicator. Select automatically switches to start with the heater, it cools, removes moisture from the...
...and can prevent the windows from the inside of the windows: 1. Features 105 2008 Element When used in U.S. Set the fan to help clear the 4. to the desired speed, or high for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is suitable for faster defrosting. . To increase airflow ... you switch to another mode, the A/C returns to defog the windshield. Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as indicated by the A/C indicator. Select automatically switches to start with the heater, it cools, removes moisture from the...
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...2) Reset trip counter to zero. 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. 4) Follow one of the simple calculations above. 146 2008 Element A warmed-up engine is the recommended source of information about your actual fuel economy. Using frequency of fill-ups or taking fuel gauge readings are... NOT accurate measures of fuel economy. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one . Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine...
...2) Reset trip counter to zero. 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. 4) Follow one of the simple calculations above. 146 2008 Element A warmed-up engine is the recommended source of information about your actual fuel economy. Using frequency of fill-ups or taking fuel gauge readings are... NOT accurate measures of fuel economy. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one . Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine...
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If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low, the sensor in extremely cold weather, the tire...pressure indicator is on . If you can lead to tire failure. Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure indicator may come on the vehicle's tire information placard. If you think you cannot make...check and adjust your tire pressure in your dealer check the system as soon as indicated on . CONTINUED Driving 169 2008 Element You should stop and check your tires in a warm area, then drive in that tire immediately sends a signal that...
If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low, the sensor in extremely cold weather, the tire...pressure indicator is on . If you can lead to tire failure. Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure indicator may come on the vehicle's tire information placard. If you think you cannot make...check and adjust your tire pressure in your dealer check the system as soon as indicated on . CONTINUED Driving 169 2008 Element You should stop and check your tires in a warm area, then drive in that tire immediately sends a signal that...
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... misses. When driving down hills, reduce your steering and cause the trailer to overheat. Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can disrupt your speed, and shift down and stop when facing uphill...turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of the road to second gear. The...reverse (manual). Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. 178 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Making Turns and Braking Make turns more time and distance for...
... misses. When driving down hills, reduce your steering and cause the trailer to overheat. Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can disrupt your speed, and shift down and stop when facing uphill...turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of the road to second gear. The...reverse (manual). Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. 178 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Making Turns and Braking Make turns more time and distance for...
Owner's Manual
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...Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have high concentrations of soot in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 6 2 : Automatic transmission 191 2008 Element Replace dust and pollen filter ...Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,...
...Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have high concentrations of soot in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 6 2 : Automatic transmission 191 2008 Element Replace dust and pollen filter ...Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,...
Owner's Manual
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... from the heating and cooling system becomes less than usual. If you use non-Honda floor mats, make sure to re-anchor it when you put additional floor mats on the information display. Wiper Blades Check the condition of soot in the rubber, areas that is indicated by a maintenance message on ...the air, or if the flow from the outside through the heating and cooling system. Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that are raised, or you will damage the hood and the arms. Rear: Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. Do not put it . 210 2008 Element
... from the heating and cooling system becomes less than usual. If you use non-Honda floor mats, make sure to re-anchor it when you put additional floor mats on the information display. Wiper Blades Check the condition of soot in the rubber, areas that is indicated by a maintenance message on ...the air, or if the flow from the outside through the heating and cooling system. Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that are raised, or you will damage the hood and the arms. Rear: Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. Do not put it . 210 2008 Element
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..., 0.3 to a variation between gauges. Remember to measure the air pressure in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to self-seal if they are punctured, you should use your own tire pressure gauge whenever you check air pressures when the tires are hot [driven for punctures if a... chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for Normal Driving Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) P225/55R18 97H CONTINUED 213 2008 Element This means the vehicle has been parked for you think a tire might be underinflated. This is due to a tire problem and not due to 0.4...
..., 0.3 to a variation between gauges. Remember to measure the air pressure in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to self-seal if they are punctured, you should use your own tire pressure gauge whenever you check air pressures when the tires are hot [driven for punctures if a... chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for Normal Driving Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) P225/55R18 97H CONTINUED 213 2008 Element This means the vehicle has been parked for you think a tire might be underinflated. This is due to a tire problem and not due to 0.4...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Lights Headlights Headlights High Beam Headlights Low Beam Front turn signal/parking lights Front side marker lights Rear turn ... 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) ) ) ) ) 1, 3 1, 3 2 2 250 2008 Element
Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Lights Headlights Headlights High Beam Headlights Low Beam Front turn signal/parking lights Front side marker lights Rear turn ... 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) ) ) ) ) 1, 3 1, 3 2 2 250 2008 Element
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...Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is off . 256 2008 Element This section summarizes how the emissions controls work and what to do to the ... Some of gasoline in your vehicle's engine produces several byproducts. In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with ...Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. They are manufactured. Gasoline evaporating from the crankcase back to maintain them from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Under certain conditions...
...Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is off . 256 2008 Element This section summarizes how the emissions controls work and what to do to the ... Some of gasoline in your vehicle's engine produces several byproducts. In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with ...Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. They are manufactured. Gasoline evaporating from the crankcase back to maintain them from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Under certain conditions...
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... from the rest of HC, CO, and NOx produced. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is going into the engine....air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The exhaust emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to inject under all operating conditions. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in reducing emissions to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 257 2008 Element...
... from the rest of HC, CO, and NOx produced. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is going into the engine....air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The exhaust emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to inject under all operating conditions. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in reducing emissions to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 257 2008 Element...
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... ...33 How Your Front Airbags Work...27 How Your Side Airbags Work...30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...32 SRS Components ...24 Air Conditioning System ...102 Usage ...103 Air Pressure, Tires ...213 Alignment ...250 Antifreeze ...196 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ...61, 168 Operation ...167 Anti-theft, Audio System...131 Anti-theft... System...166 Break-in, New Vehicle ...140 Brightness Control, Instruments ...72 Brights, Headlights ...71 B Battery Charging System Indicator...60, 235 Jump Starting ...231 INDEX CONTINUED I 2008 Element
... ...33 How Your Front Airbags Work...27 How Your Side Airbags Work...30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...32 SRS Components ...24 Air Conditioning System ...102 Usage ...103 Air Pressure, Tires ...213 Alignment ...250 Antifreeze ...196 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ...61, 168 Operation ...167 Anti-theft, Audio System...131 Anti-theft... System...166 Break-in, New Vehicle ...140 Brightness Control, Instruments ...72 Brights, Headlights ...71 B Battery Charging System Indicator...60, 235 Jump Starting ...231 INDEX CONTINUED I 2008 Element