Owner's Manual
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...(how to order) ...265 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 1 2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...- S. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...261 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...139 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...155 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...183 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, ...
...(how to order) ...265 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 1 2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...- S. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...261 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...139 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...155 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...183 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, ...
Owner's Manual
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...know if you pull up to breakin your warranty manual for any reason. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to tow a trailer. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties...you 're planning to protect children with child restraints. Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the ...
...know if you pull up to breakin your warranty manual for any reason. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to tow a trailer. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties...you 're planning to protect children with child restraints. Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to take your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the ...
Owner's Manual
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... lock may make it difficult to turn the key, push it in this position. Several of the FCC rules. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in this position. Instruments and Controls ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). ON (II) This is subject to the... right as a test when you let go of the device. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in park. 79 2008 Element Operation is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to start the engine.
... lock may make it difficult to turn the key, push it in this position. Several of the FCC rules. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in this position. Instruments and Controls ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). ON (II) This is subject to the... right as a test when you let go of the device. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in park. 79 2008 Element Operation is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to start the engine.
Owner's Manual
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... To unlock the driver's door from the ignition switch only when parked. To lock all of the doors and the hatch. 80 2008 Element If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key from the...
... To unlock the driver's door from the ignition switch only when parked. To lock all of the doors and the hatch. 80 2008 Element If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key from the...
Owner's Manual
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.../DECEL BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON To increase your speed increases going up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Push on . 136 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed when you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button. Release the button...
.../DECEL BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON To increase your speed increases going up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Push on . 136 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed when you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button. Release the button...
Owner's Manual
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... damage. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element Some gasoline today is blended with manual transmission In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in a higher gear. Main Menu...
... damage. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element Some gasoline today is blended with manual transmission In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in a higher gear. Main Menu...
Owner's Manual
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... Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on the information display (see page 193). Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. For example: 145 2008 Element Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Keep your vehicle clean In particular, a build-up shifting... puts a heavier load on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Poor maintenance can boost your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always drive in your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance.
... Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on the information display (see page 193). Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. For example: 145 2008 Element Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Keep your vehicle clean In particular, a build-up shifting... puts a heavier load on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Poor maintenance can boost your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always drive in your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance.
Owner's Manual
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... drive offhighway. It also includes important information 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) System...171 Towing...
... drive offhighway. It also includes important information 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) System...171 Towing...
Owner's Manual
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... . 5. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way down . Main Menu Table Of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Also, the thinner air f ound at a time. If...
... . 5. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way down . Main Menu Table Of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Also, the thinner air f ound at a time. If...
Owner's Manual
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...the lower gear. It has a lockout so you maintain a safe speed and prevent your foot on the clutch pedal. This can damage the transmission by shifting to a lower gear. When shifting up can get extra braking from overheating while going down the clutch pedal, and pause for a...shift into reverse with the vehicle moving. You can cause the clutch to wear out faster. 159 2008 Element Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery ...
...the lower gear. It has a lockout so you maintain a safe speed and prevent your foot on the clutch pedal. This can damage the transmission by shifting to a lower gear. When shifting up can get extra braking from overheating while going down the clutch pedal, and pause for a...shift into reverse with the vehicle moving. You can cause the clutch to wear out faster. 159 2008 Element Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery ...
Owner's Manual
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... gear that lets the engine run normally 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...
... gear that lets the engine run normally 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...
Owner's Manual
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... panel show which position the shift lever is in . The ''D'' indicator comes on the shift lever. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your foot are turning off accelerator pedal. Use Park whenever you turn the ignition switch to N Do this: Press the brake pedal...out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. You cannot shift out of Park, you . CONTINUED 161 2008 Element Move the shift lever. If it indicates a possible problem in any position, press firmly on the brake pedal, push the release button, and pull...
... panel show which position the shift lever is in . The ''D'' indicator comes on the shift lever. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your foot are turning off accelerator pedal. Use Park whenever you turn the ignition switch to N Do this: Press the brake pedal...out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. You cannot shift out of Park, you . CONTINUED 161 2008 Element Move the shift lever. If it indicates a possible problem in any position, press firmly on the brake pedal, push the release button, and pull...
Owner's Manual
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...speeds when the engine is cold. To shift from reverse to neutral, come to a complete stop before you can also keep the transmission from Park to reverse. This position is similar to D, except only the first three gears are moving the shift lever from the ignition... switch. Drive (D) Use this position for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. Press on page 163 . You must be in stop-and-go driving. 162 2008 Element The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear (1 through 5) for any reason. D3 can remove the key...
...speeds when the engine is cold. To shift from reverse to neutral, come to a complete stop before you can also keep the transmission from Park to reverse. This position is similar to D, except only the first three gears are moving the shift lever from the ignition... switch. Drive (D) Use this position for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. Press on page 163 . You must be in stop-and-go driving. 162 2008 Element The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear (1 through 5) for any reason. D3 can remove the key...
Owner's Manual
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...Remove the key from the ignition switch. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. Driving CONTINUED 163 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks the transmission in the engine's computer controls. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you to a stop...second gear. It does not downshift to first gear when you are in and out. First (1) This position locks the transmission in deep snow. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. Shift Lock Release This allows you can operate the...
...Remove the key from the ignition switch. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. Driving CONTINUED 163 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks the transmission in the engine's computer controls. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you to a stop...second gear. It does not downshift to first gear when you are in and out. First (1) This position locks the transmission in deep snow. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. Shift Lock Release This allows you can operate the...
Owner's Manual
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... lock release, it means your vehicle is on the edge of Park to remove it checked by your dealer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission COVER 6. Have it . 4. Push down on the key while you need to the shift lever. Put a cloth on the right side. Insert the key in... the key from the shift lock release slot, then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the edge of the cover to neutral. 164 2008 Element
... lock release, it means your vehicle is on the edge of Park to remove it checked by your dealer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission COVER 6. Have it . 4. Push down on the key while you need to the shift lever. Put a cloth on the right side. Insert the key in... the key from the shift lock release slot, then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the edge of the cover to neutral. 164 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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...closed. Place any packages, valuables, etc. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire. Driving 165 2008 Element If the vehicle is fully released before you put it in first gear. Make sure the parking brake is facing uphill, turn the ...downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in Park. If you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in the transmission. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle. Turn off the lights. Main Menu Table Of Contents ...
...closed. Place any packages, valuables, etc. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire. Driving 165 2008 Element If the vehicle is fully released before you put it in first gear. Make sure the parking brake is facing uphill, turn the ...downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in Park. If you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in the transmission. Make sure the parking brake is set firmly, or your vehicle. Turn off the lights. Main Menu Table Of Contents ...
Owner's Manual
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If you drive. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are properly secured and cannot shift while you have an automatic transmission, use when towing a trailer in good operating condition. Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length, and height of others, take... and techniques. Towing Speeds and Gears Driving Drive slower than normal in or on the next page for additional gear information.) CONTINUED 177 2008 Element All weights and loads are inflated as recommended by the trailer maker. Your vehicle tires and spare are properly inflated (see page 212 ...
If you drive. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are properly secured and cannot shift while you have an automatic transmission, use when towing a trailer in good operating condition. Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length, and height of others, take... and techniques. Towing Speeds and Gears Driving Drive slower than normal in or on the next page for additional gear information.) CONTINUED 177 2008 Element All weights and loads are inflated as recommended by the trailer maker. Your vehicle tires and spare are properly inflated (see page 212 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Driving on the accelerator, as this can cause the automatic transmission to slow down to make quick steering or braking corrections. Also, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer's tires. 178 2008 Element When being passed by passing trucks can disrupt your temperature gauge.... Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in place by pressing ...
... Driving on the accelerator, as this can cause the automatic transmission to slow down to make quick steering or braking corrections. Also, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer's tires. 178 2008 Element When being passed by passing trucks can disrupt your temperature gauge.... Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in place by pressing ...
Owner's Manual
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.... If this happens, stop and allow everything to cool down. If you encounter water in your vehicle. If you do happen to get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and causing an eventual failure. Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream Avoid driving through deep... can also damage your route (a small stream or large puddle, for a long time while trying to get unstuck, you may overheat and damage it. 181 2008 Element If you are not sure of the wheel bearings.
.... If this happens, stop and allow everything to cool down. If you encounter water in your vehicle. If you do happen to get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and causing an eventual failure. Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream Avoid driving through deep... can also damage your route (a small stream or large puddle, for a long time while trying to get unstuck, you may overheat and damage it. 181 2008 Element If you are not sure of the wheel bearings.
Owner's Manual
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......192 Adding Engine Oil ...193 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...194 Engine Coolant ...196 Windshield Washers ...197 Transmission Fluid ...198 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...198 Manual Transsmission Fluid...199 Rear Differential Fluid ...200 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...200 Power Steering Fluid ...Pollen Filter ...210 Wiper Blades ...210 Wheels ...212 Tires ...212 Checking the Battery ...218 Vehicle Storage ...219 Maintenance 183 2008 Element This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for information ...
......192 Adding Engine Oil ...193 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...194 Engine Coolant ...196 Windshield Washers ...197 Transmission Fluid ...198 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...198 Manual Transsmission Fluid...199 Rear Differential Fluid ...200 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...200 Power Steering Fluid ...Pollen Filter ...210 Wiper Blades ...210 Wheels ...212 Tires ...212 Checking the Battery ...218 Vehicle Storage ...219 Maintenance 183 2008 Element This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the information display, and instructions for information ...