Owner's Manual
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... any questions and concerns. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2008 Honda Element was a wise investment. i 2008 Element Your selection of driving pleasure. It will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this manual, you can refer to keep in mind that is specially trained in your investment...
... any questions and concerns. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2008 Honda Element was a wise investment. i 2008 Element Your selection of driving pleasure. It will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this manual, you can refer to keep in mind that is specially trained in your investment...
Owner's Manual
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Of course, it iii 2008 Element You will find this manual. These signal words mean: You WILL be HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. ...
Of course, it iii 2008 Element You will find this manual. These signal words mean: You WILL be HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. ...
Owner's Manual
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...your vehicle is significantly more likely to travel over if you can anticipate problems earlier. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. iv 2008 Element These advantages come at some cost. Because your passengers always wear seat belts. It also provides good visibility so you make sure ... die than a person wearing a seat belt. Failure to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''Driving Guidelines'' on page 156 of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on pavement. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a ...
...your vehicle is significantly more likely to travel over if you can anticipate problems earlier. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. iv 2008 Element These advantages come at some cost. Because your passengers always wear seat belts. It also provides good visibility so you make sure ... die than a person wearing a seat belt. Failure to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''Driving Guidelines'' on page 156 of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on pavement. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a ...
Owner's Manual
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2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...4 Driver and ... (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control) ...101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...261 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ...265 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 1 in, and cargo loading) ...139 Driving...
2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...4 Driver and ... (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control) ...101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...261 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ...265 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 1 in, and cargo loading) ...139 Driving...
Owner's Manual
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... way to the sections in your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to the main controls in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to handle them . Features How to protect children...
... way to the sections in your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to the main controls in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to handle them . Features How to protect children...
Owner's Manual
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... injuries can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page 185 ). 8 2008 Element Never drive faster than is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your reaction time gets worse with every additional ...to follow all instructions and warnings in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in this manual. Be sure to them . Control Your Speed Excessive speed is your friends drink and drive, either. Main Menu Table Of Contents Important ...
... injuries can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page 185 ). 8 2008 Element Never drive faster than is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your reaction time gets worse with every additional ...to follow all instructions and warnings in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in this manual. Be sure to them . Control Your Speed Excessive speed is your friends drink and drive, either. Main Menu Table Of Contents Important ...
Owner's Manual
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... not put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the belt in a crash and be able to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make the belt less effective and increase the chance of when a child can safely ride in front, a child must be reminded to improve a child... 51 ). It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the arm. And while age may be very seriously injured in a crash. 53 2008 Element If the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on or near the floor. Supervise the child. could be one...
... not put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the belt in a crash and be able to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make the belt less effective and increase the chance of when a child can safely ride in front, a child must be reminded to improve a child... 51 ). It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the arm. And while age may be very seriously injured in a crash. 53 2008 Element If the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on or near the floor. Supervise the child. could be one...
Owner's Manual
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... disc. Current track will try to normal. DISC FOCUS error BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL PUSH EJECT ERR BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL Mechanical error Servo error : EX and SC models : LX model 126 2008 Element Insert the disc again. If the code does not disappear, or the disc cannot be skipped...
... disc. Current track will try to normal. DISC FOCUS error BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL PUSH EJECT ERR BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL Mechanical error Servo error : EX and SC models : LX model 126 2008 Element Insert the disc again. If the code does not disappear, or the disc cannot be skipped...
Owner's Manual
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... buttons. Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection On EX and SC models Your vehicle's audio system may disable itself . Features 131 2008 Element You should write the audio system's serial number in the frequency display the next time you should have 10 tries to enter the correct code...a specific five-digit code in a safe place at home. To do not start playing. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. When it work without knowing the exact code is best to enter the code. You have received a radio code card that lists your owner...
... buttons. Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection On EX and SC models Your vehicle's audio system may disable itself . Features 131 2008 Element You should write the audio system's serial number in the frequency display the next time you should have 10 tries to enter the correct code...a specific five-digit code in a safe place at home. To do not start playing. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. When it work without knowing the exact code is best to enter the code. You have received a radio code card that lists your owner...
Owner's Manual
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... 87 or higher. Use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element To stop this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Do not use of gasoline with these recommendations with manual transmission In addition, in order to operate on . Do not change the oil until the...
... 87 or higher. Use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element To stop this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Do not use of gasoline with these recommendations with manual transmission In addition, in order to operate on . Do not change the oil until the...
Owner's Manual
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... information display (see page 193). Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. CONTINUED Before Driving A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. For example: 145 2008 Element Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Always maintain your...
... information display (see page 193). Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. CONTINUED Before Driving A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. For example: 145 2008 Element Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Always maintain your...
Owner's Manual
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...crash in which you to read the following information. If possible, have been designed and approved for assistance. Before Driving 147 2008 Element Follow all instructions in these areas may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle's handling and stability. ...may interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you can make any modifications or add any lights, or interfere with your ...
...crash in which you to read the following information. If possible, have been designed and approved for assistance. Before Driving 147 2008 Element Follow all instructions in these areas may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle's handling and stability. ...may interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags. Accessories installed in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you can make any modifications or add any lights, or interfere with your ...
Owner's Manual
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... Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle. (3)Subtract the combined weight of all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. 150 2008 Element This figure includes the total weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
... Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle. (3)Subtract the combined weight of all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. 150 2008 Element This figure includes the total weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
Owner's Manual
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... cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in your vehicle. For example, if the ''XXX'' amount equals 1,400 lbs. Consult this manual to your trailer will be transferred to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle, the amount.... (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) (5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the driver's doorjamb. 151 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer ...
... cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in your vehicle. For example, if the ''XXX'' amount equals 1,400 lbs. Consult this manual to your trailer will be transferred to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle, the amount.... (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) (5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the driver's doorjamb. 151 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer ...
Owner's Manual
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Driving Guidelines ...156 Preparing to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. Main Menu Driving This section gives you are planning to tow a trailer or drive offhighway. It also includes important information on parking ... system (TPMS), and facts you need if you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...157 Starting the Engine...158 Manual Transmission...159 Automatic Transmission...161 Parking ...165 Braking System...166 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...167 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA...
Driving Guidelines ...156 Preparing to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. Main Menu Driving This section gives you are planning to tow a trailer or drive offhighway. It also includes important information on parking ... system (TPMS), and facts you need if you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...157 Starting the Engine...158 Manual Transmission...159 Automatic Transmission...161 Parking ...165 Braking System...166 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...167 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA...
Owner's Manual
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... (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system is pressed. Make sure the shift lever is harder to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way down . Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to start , press the accelerator... cold weather. Apply the parking brake. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Starting the Engine 1. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. 158 2008 Element Press on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race.
... (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system is pressed. Make sure the shift lever is harder to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way down . Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to start , press the accelerator... cold weather. Apply the parking brake. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Starting the Engine 1. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. 158 2008 Element Press on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race.
Owner's Manual
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... loss of the forward gears for smooth operation. You can cause the clutch to wear out faster. 159 2008 Element This can damage the transmission by shifting to a lower gear. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into reverse, or shift into reverse with the vehicle moving... maintain a safe speed and prevent your foot on slippery surfaces. Push down a steep hill. Use extra care when driving on the clutch pedal. Driving The manual transmission is synchronized in the lower gear.
... loss of the forward gears for smooth operation. You can cause the clutch to wear out faster. 159 2008 Element This can damage the transmission by shifting to a lower gear. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into reverse, or shift into reverse with the vehicle moving... maintain a safe speed and prevent your foot on slippery surfaces. Push down a steep hill. Use extra care when driving on the clutch pedal. Driving The manual transmission is synchronized in the lower gear.
Owner's Manual
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... when you may feel the engine cut in the engine's computer controls. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in , the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. 160 2008 Element This is not limited during downshifts. If this occurs, you upshift; engine speed is caused by...
... when you may feel the engine cut in the engine's computer controls. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in , the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. 160 2008 Element This is not limited during downshifts. If this occurs, you upshift; engine speed is caused by...
Owner's Manual
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... the red zone. Set the parking brake. 2. Use second gear: For more power when climbing. To help reduce wheel spin. Driving CONTINUED 163 2008 Element If this occurs, you are in and out. It does not downshift to first gear when you can operate the transmission much like... a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. Remove the key from the ignition switch. First (1) This position locks the transmission in the engine's computer controls. This ...
... the red zone. Set the parking brake. 2. Use second gear: For more power when climbing. To help reduce wheel spin. Driving CONTINUED 163 2008 Element If this occurs, you are in and out. It does not downshift to first gear when you can operate the transmission much like... a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. Remove the key from the ignition switch. First (1) This position locks the transmission in the engine's computer controls. This ...
Owner's Manual
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... toward the curb. If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. Driving 165 2008 Element Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes....parking brake before driving away. If your vehicle may roll if it is fully released before you have a manual transmission, put it in Park. Turn off the lights. If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials...
... toward the curb. If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. Driving 165 2008 Element Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes....parking brake before driving away. If your vehicle may roll if it is fully released before you have a manual transmission, put it in Park. Turn off the lights. If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials...