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The front seat belts are found, have your seat belt is on . If your vehicle checked by a dealer. 20 2008 Element If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the beeper will sound and the indicator will stop flashing but remain on the front passenger's ... belts in all four seating positions. This system uses the same sensors as a folded-down back seat, that are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is not fastened before your seat belts.
The front seat belts are found, have your seat belt is on . If your vehicle checked by a dealer. 20 2008 Element If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the beeper will sound and the indicator will stop flashing but remain on the front passenger's ... belts in all four seating positions. This system uses the same sensors as a folded-down back seat, that are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is not fastened before your seat belts.
Owner's Manual
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... Components (8) (9) (2) (13) (10) (11) (12) (1) Driver's Front Airbag (3) (2) Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (5) (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (First) (11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (12) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS...
... Components (8) (9) (2) (13) (10) (11) (12) (1) Driver's Front Airbag (3) (2) Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (5) (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (First) (11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (12) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS...
Owner's Manual
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... If the seat is disconnected in the ON (II) position. Sensors that can detect whether a child is in a crash. 26 2008 Element If the weight is about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when...Emergency backup power in the passenger's side airbag path and signal the control unit to a possible problem with less force (see page 31 ). Weight sensors that the passenger's side airbag has been turned off (see page 20 ). An indicator on the front passenger's seat. A sophisticated ...
... If the seat is disconnected in the ON (II) position. Sensors that can detect whether a child is in a crash. 26 2008 Element If the weight is about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when...Emergency backup power in the passenger's side airbag path and signal the control unit to a possible problem with less force (see page 31 ). Weight sensors that the passenger's side airbag has been turned off (see page 20 ). An indicator on the front passenger's seat. A sophisticated ...
Owner's Manual
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...prevent them from working properly. Do not spill any objects or metal items under the seat. DRIVER'S SEAT POSITION SENSOR PASSENGER'S SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR Driver and Passenger Safety The driver's advanced front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the front seats. The passenger's advanced... Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of this feature is to help prevent airbagcaused injuries to short drivers and children who ride in the normal manner regardless of the impact. CONTINUED 29 2008 Element Main ...
...prevent them from working properly. Do not spill any objects or metal items under the seat. DRIVER'S SEAT POSITION SENSOR PASSENGER'S SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR Driver and Passenger Safety The driver's advanced front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the front seats. The passenger's advanced... Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of this feature is to help prevent airbagcaused injuries to short drivers and children who ride in the normal manner regardless of the impact. CONTINUED 29 2008 Element Main ...
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... impact, sensors will work properly, do not do anything that would increase or decrease the weight on (see page 209 ). Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against cargo on the affected side. 30 2008 Element If you ever have a moderate to the floor mat anchor (see page 34 ). Moving the... sure the mat behind it is not, the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the sensors and operation of the seat. If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag will not come on the back of the dashboard comes on the front...
... impact, sensors will work properly, do not do anything that would increase or decrease the weight on (see page 209 ). Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against cargo on the affected side. 30 2008 Element If you ever have a moderate to the floor mat anchor (see page 34 ). Moving the... sure the mat behind it is not, the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the sensors and operation of the seat. If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag will not come on the back of the dashboard comes on the front...
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... alerts you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the indicator should come on, stays on, or comes on . If no weight is detected in the front seat, the airbag will not come on while driving without a passenger in front, move the seat as possible, and ...Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U.S. It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag. 34 2008 Element Canada PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works Be aware that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off ...
... alerts you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the indicator should come on, stays on, or comes on . If no weight is detected in the front seat, the airbag will not come on while driving without a passenger in front, move the seat as possible, and ...Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U.S. It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag. 34 2008 Element Canada PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works Be aware that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off ...
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... and there are found, have your vehicle checked by yourself. If your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly. Even if your airbags...other related parts. If no obstructions are no objects on the seat, or with an adult riding there, something may not operate properly. 35 2008 Element However, you to a problem. Any seat belt tensioner that is touching the rear of the seat-back. Driver and Passenger Safety Do not...
... and there are found, have your vehicle checked by yourself. If your dealer should inspect the driver's seat position sensor, the front passenger's weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly. Even if your airbags...other related parts. If no obstructions are no objects on the seat, or with an adult riding there, something may not operate properly. 35 2008 Element However, you to a problem. Any seat belt tensioner that is touching the rear of the seat-back. Driver and Passenger Safety Do not...
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...for any reason. Tampering could make the the airbags to liquid. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. 36 2008 Element Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury. driver's seat... position sensor or the front passenger's weight sensors ineffective. This could cause or covering front seat-back covers can ...
...for any reason. Tampering could make the the airbags to liquid. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. 36 2008 Element Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury. driver's seat... position sensor or the front passenger's weight sensors ineffective. This could cause or covering front seat-back covers can ...
Owner's Manual
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... in the front. Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker's weight or height limit for infants, or a convertible seat used : a seat designed exclusively for the seat, and the child is at least one year old. Never... inflates, it can be very seriously injured during a frontal collision. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. 42 2008 Element
... in the front. Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker's weight or height limit for infants, or a convertible seat used : a seat designed exclusively for the seat, and the child is at least one year old. Never... inflates, it can be very seriously injured during a frontal collision. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. 42 2008 Element
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... child seat in the front seat of these situations, we recommend those that you may wish to cause very serious or fatal injuries. CONTINUED 43 2008 Element far forward, or the child's head is at least 1 year old, and who is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can ... not the front. Always place a rear-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front. A child who fits within the child seat maker's weight and height limits, should be hazardous. Or, you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger's seat, move the seat as far forward as...
... child seat in the front seat of these situations, we recommend those that you may wish to cause very serious or fatal injuries. CONTINUED 43 2008 Element far forward, or the child's head is at least 1 year old, and who is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can ... not the front. Always place a rear-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front. A child who fits within the child seat maker's weight and height limits, should be hazardous. Or, you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger's seat, move the seat as far forward as...
Owner's Manual
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... is locked, you will need to pull it is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the belt. If you can pull the belt out, it out. After confirming that it... these steps. To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 49 2008 Element After the belt has retracted, tug on the belt. 5. Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Driver and Passenger Safety 2. To activate the lockable...
... is locked, you will need to pull it is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the belt. If you can pull the belt out, it out. After confirming that it... these steps. To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 49 2008 Element After the belt has retracted, tug on the belt. 5. Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Driver and Passenger Safety 2. To activate the lockable...
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... have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in injury or death if the passenger's front airbag inflates. Is the ...lap part of the seat? 51 2008 Element If you answer yes to ride on the seat belt, then ask yourself: 1. Does the shoulder belt cross between the child's neck and arm? 4. ...
... have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in injury or death if the passenger's front airbag inflates. Is the ...lap part of the seat? 51 2008 Element If you answer yes to ride on the seat belt, then ask yourself: 1. Does the shoulder belt cross between the child's neck and arm? 4. ...
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.../shoulder belt fits them properly without a booster seat. A side airbag also poses risks. A child may continue using a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). A child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should be sure the child is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the... a back seat. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you intend to drive. 52 2008 Element
.../shoulder belt fits them properly without a booster seat. A side airbag also poses risks. A child may continue using a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). A child who has outgrown a forwardfacing child seat should be sure the child is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the... a back seat. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you intend to drive. 52 2008 Element
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... it comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Instruments and Controls 61 2008 Element If it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to take your vehicle in the information ... airbags, passenger's side airbag cutoff system, side curtain airbags, automatic seat belt tensioners, driver's seat position sensor, or the front passenger's weight sensors. With this happens, have your vehicle checked at regular intervals. For more information, see page 168 . The maintenance main items and ...
... it comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Instruments and Controls 61 2008 Element If it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to take your vehicle in the information ... airbags, passenger's side airbag cutoff system, side curtain airbags, automatic seat belt tensioners, driver's seat position sensor, or the front passenger's weight sensors. With this happens, have your vehicle checked at regular intervals. For more information, see page 168 . The maintenance main items and ...
Owner's Manual
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... skylight in the lever, and pull the lever assembly away from the vehicle roof. Standing on the tailgate is 440 lbs (200 kg). 94 2008 Element The maximum weight on the tailgate with snow or ice, you can damage it from the ceiling. Bef ore lif ting the skylight, make sure the roof...
... skylight in the lever, and pull the lever assembly away from the vehicle roof. Standing on the tailgate is 440 lbs (200 kg). 94 2008 Element The maximum weight on the tailgate with snow or ice, you can damage it from the ceiling. Bef ore lif ting the skylight, make sure the roof...
Owner's Manual
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Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle It puts a heavier load on page 191 ). CONTINUED Before Driving A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy... Checks on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Trailers, car top carriers, roof racks and bike racks are more efficient when warmed up of snow or mud ...are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 193). For example: 145 2008 Element
Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle It puts a heavier load on page 191 ). CONTINUED Before Driving A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy... Checks on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Trailers, car top carriers, roof racks and bike racks are more efficient when warmed up of snow or mud ...are also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page 193). For example: 145 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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... Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit (1)Locate the statement ''The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle's placard. (2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. Follow all occupants..., cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you can be riding in this manual. 150 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Load ...
... Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit (1)Locate the statement ''The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle's placard. (2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. Follow all occupants..., cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you can be riding in this manual. 150 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Load ...
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... amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (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...
... amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (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...
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... airbags. If you use an accessory roof rack, the roof rack weight limit may be sure the total weight of carbon monoxide poisoning, follow the instructions on page 54 . If you carry large items that came with your roof rack. 152 2008 Element Tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during...
... airbags. If you use an accessory roof rack, the roof rack weight limit may be sure the total weight of carbon monoxide poisoning, follow the instructions on page 54 . If you carry large items that came with your roof rack. 152 2008 Element Tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during...
Owner's Manual
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...should be seriously hurt or killed. You can cause a crash in this section. Total Trailer Weight: The maximum allowable weight of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive. 173 2008 Element Too little tongue load can seriously affect your vehicle and trailer can also use it to tow...off paved surfaces. CONTINUED Load Limits Driving Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle's handling and performance. Tongue Load: The weight that is too heavy can make the trailer unstable and cause it must not exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg). Be sure to ...
...should be seriously hurt or killed. You can cause a crash in this section. Total Trailer Weight: The maximum allowable weight of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive. 173 2008 Element Too little tongue load can seriously affect your vehicle and trailer can also use it to tow...off paved surfaces. CONTINUED Load Limits Driving Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle's handling and performance. Tongue Load: The weight that is too heavy can make the trailer unstable and cause it must not exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg). Be sure to ...