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instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 59 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.60, 236) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) VSA ACTIVATION... (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60, 237) LIGHT ON INDICATOR (P.63) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.60) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62) TPMS INDICATOR (P.65) Instruments and Controls LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.63) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.61) LOW OIL PRESSURE...
instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 59 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.60, 236) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) VSA ACTIVATION... (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60, 237) LIGHT ON INDICATOR (P.63) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.60) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62) TPMS INDICATOR (P.65) Instruments and Controls LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.63) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.61) LOW OIL PRESSURE...
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... indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when a tire loses pressure. Instruments and Controls 65 2008 Element If this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there... is a problem with the TPMS; Take the vehicle to your dealer to the ON (II) position. the system that monitors tire pressure. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators...
... indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when a tire loses pressure. Instruments and Controls 65 2008 Element If this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there... is a problem with the TPMS; Take the vehicle to your dealer to the ON (II) position. the system that monitors tire pressure. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators...
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..., can cause excessive stress on suspension components, and are some non-Honda components could cause the airbags to modify your vehicle, consult your dealer. 148 2008 Element Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Here are not compatible with the operation of your vehicle's safety..., stability, and reliability. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.
..., can cause excessive stress on suspension components, and are some non-Honda components could cause the airbags to modify your vehicle, consult your dealer. 148 2008 Element Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Here are not compatible with the operation of your vehicle's safety..., stability, and reliability. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.
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... includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions.......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) System...171 Towing a Trailer ...173 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...179 Driving 155...
... includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions.......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) System...171 Towing a Trailer ...173 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...179 Driving 155...
Owner's Manual
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...tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may come on the driver's doorjamb. CONTINUED Driving 169 2008 Element Low Tire Pressure Indicator When the low tire pressure indicator is on every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in ... the tire may become overinflated. If you think you can lead to continue driving, replace the tire with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that causes the low tire pressure indicator to the specified values, have your tire pressure is equipped with the compact spare tire (see ...
...tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may come on the driver's doorjamb. CONTINUED Driving 169 2008 Element Low Tire Pressure Indicator When the low tire pressure indicator is on every time you start the engine and monitors the pressure in ... the tire may become overinflated. If you think you can lead to continue driving, replace the tire with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that causes the low tire pressure indicator to the specified values, have your tire pressure is equipped with the compact spare tire (see ...
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... pressure indicator will go off, after driving several miles (kilometers) driving, when you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator may cause undesired operation. 170 2008 Element Have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible. You must accept any interference received, including interference that you replace...
... pressure indicator will go off, after driving several miles (kilometers) driving, when you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator may cause undesired operation. 170 2008 Element Have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible. You must accept any interference received, including interference that you replace...
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... your dealer inspect your vehicle's entire braking system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Changes or modifications not expressly approved by selectively applying the brakes. 171 2008 Element The VSA activation indicator will also come on . When VSA activates, you may cause undesired operation...
... your dealer inspect your vehicle's entire braking system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Changes or modifications not expressly approved by selectively applying the brakes. 171 2008 Element The VSA activation indicator will also come on . When VSA activates, you may cause undesired operation...
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...safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and size, in this owner's manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. 212 2008 Element The following pages give more detailed information on how to take care of your vehicle ride more likely to be seriously hurt or killed.... improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be replaced. Overinflated tires can damage the clear-coat. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warns you would the rest of handling, tread life, and riding comfort. Cleaning the wheels with the same solution, and rinse them with...
...safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and size, in this owner's manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. 212 2008 Element The following pages give more detailed information on how to take care of your vehicle ride more likely to be seriously hurt or killed.... improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be replaced. Overinflated tires can damage the clear-coat. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warns you would the rest of handling, tread life, and riding comfort. Cleaning the wheels with the same solution, and rinse them with...
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...following 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 Even tires that you visually check your tires every day. The tire will be low, check it easier for several miles (kilometers)], you think a ... will see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to match the recommended cold tire pressures. If you will make it immediately with TPMS, we recommend that are punctured, you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to measure the air pressure in...
...following 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 Even tires that you visually check your tires every day. The tire will be low, check it easier for several miles (kilometers)], you think a ... will see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to match the recommended cold tire pressures. If you will make it immediately with TPMS, we recommend that are punctured, you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to measure the air pressure in...
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...'s handling. Snow Tires If you can be lower than your dealer. Check with the tire dealer for most winter driving conditions. Always use only TPMS specific wheels. For the best performance in this owner's manual. Mount snow tires on dry roads may be sure you do not, the tire ... for maximum speed recommendations. Also be required by snow tires on all models except SC) P215/70R16 99S (SC model) P225/55R18 97H 216 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires It is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as original tires. Replacement...
...'s handling. Snow Tires If you can be lower than your dealer. Check with the tire dealer for most winter driving conditions. Always use only TPMS specific wheels. For the best performance in this owner's manual. Mount snow tires on dry roads may be sure you do not, the tire ... for maximum speed recommendations. Also be required by snow tires on all models except SC) P215/70R16 99S (SC model) P225/55R18 97H 216 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires It is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as original tires. Replacement...
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...the same size and design tire, mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 222 2008 Element Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it back on your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is not...tire. After several miles (kilometers) driving with the compact spare tire may activate the VSA system. Driving with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator comes on after you check the other tires. Use greater caution while driving. INDICATOR LOCATION MARK TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Replace the tire...
...the same size and design tire, mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 222 2008 Element Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it back on your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is not...tire. After several miles (kilometers) driving with the compact spare tire may activate the VSA system. Driving with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator comes on after you check the other tires. Use greater caution while driving. INDICATOR LOCATION MARK TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Replace the tire...
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... A 7.5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A Circuits Protected Power Window Relay AMP Accessory, Radio Rear Wiper Meter Not Used IG2 Daytime running lights 1/ TPMS IG1 ACG Not Used 10 A 10 A 10 A 1 : Canadian models CONTINUED 241 2008 Element Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 Circuits Protected Not Used B ACC B Daytime running lights 1 SRS Remote Control Mirrors LAF Heater B Ignition Relay Fuel Pump...
... A 7.5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A Circuits Protected Power Window Relay AMP Accessory, Radio Rear Wiper Meter Not Used IG2 Daytime running lights 1/ TPMS IG1 ACG Not Used 10 A 10 A 10 A 1 : Canadian models CONTINUED 241 2008 Element Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 Circuits Protected Not Used B ACC B Daytime running lights 1 SRS Remote Control Mirrors LAF Heater B Ignition Relay Fuel Pump...
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...Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...251 Treadwear ...251 Traction...251 Temperature ...252 Tire Labeling ...253 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation ...254 Emissions Controls...256 The Clean Air Act ...256 Crankcase Emissions Control System...256 Evaporative Emissions ... Way Catalytic Converter ...257 Replacement Parts...257 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...258 Emissions Testing ...259 Technical Information 245 2008 Element It also includes information you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers...
...Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...251 Treadwear ...251 Traction...251 Temperature ...252 Tire Labeling ...253 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation ...254 Emissions Controls...256 The Clean Air Act ...256 Crankcase Emissions Control System...256 Evaporative Emissions ... Way Catalytic Converter ...257 Replacement Parts...257 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...258 Emissions Testing ...259 Technical Information 245 2008 Element It also includes information you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers...
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...on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the proper pressure. 254 2008 Element Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to... placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale Max Press The maximum air pressure the tire can carry at maximum air pressure. The maximum load...
...on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the proper pressure. 254 2008 Element Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to... placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale Max Press The maximum air pressure the tire can carry at maximum air pressure. The maximum load...
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... lead to function properly. Required Federal Explanation Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Technical Information 255 2008 Element Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is provided by a separate...
... lead to function properly. Required Federal Explanation Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Technical Information 255 2008 Element Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is provided by a separate...
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... Storing Your Vehicle ...219 Supplemental Restraint System...11, 24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...33, 61 System Components...24 Synthetic Oil ...194 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Indicator ...65 Theft Protection, Radio...131 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...258 Tilt the Steering Wheel...74 Time, Setting the ...132 Tire Chains ...217 Tire... Emissions Control Systems ...256 Emissions Testing ...259 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...258 Tensioners, Seat Belt ...22 Temperature Gauge ...68 Tether Anchorage Points ...50 CONTINUED VIII 2008 Element
... Storing Your Vehicle ...219 Supplemental Restraint System...11, 24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...33, 61 System Components...24 Synthetic Oil ...194 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Indicator ...65 Theft Protection, Radio...131 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...258 Tilt the Steering Wheel...74 Time, Setting the ...132 Tire Chains ...217 Tire... Emissions Control Systems ...256 Emissions Testing ...259 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...258 Tensioners, Seat Belt ...22 Temperature Gauge ...68 Tether Anchorage Points ...50 CONTINUED VIII 2008 Element