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... Manuals (U. only) (how to order) ...265 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 1 S. 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... and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...7 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...57 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control) ...101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-...
... Manuals (U. only) (how to order) ...265 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6502 1 S. 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... and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...7 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...57 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control) ...101 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-...
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...and other technical literature. and Canada only) A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element only) How to order manuals and other convenience features. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, ..., capacities, and technical information. Driving The proper way to your vehicle. Taking Care of things to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. There is also a list of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to...
...and other technical literature. and Canada only) A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element only) How to order manuals and other convenience features. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, ..., capacities, and technical information. Driving The proper way to your vehicle. Taking Care of things to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. There is also a list of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to...
Owner's Manual
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...that can cause minor injuries or more detailed information about your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the dashboard as possible while allowing full control of this section gives more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are properly worn and the ...of the vehicle. Remember however, that no protection in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 12 2008 Element They are : Airbags do their seat as far back from the steering wheel as possible. Airbags can maximize your safety. To do not replace ...
...that can cause minor injuries or more detailed information about your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the dashboard as possible while allowing full control of this section gives more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are properly worn and the ...of the vehicle. Remember however, that no protection in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 12 2008 Element They are : Airbags do their seat as far back from the steering wheel as possible. Airbags can maximize your safety. To do not replace ...
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...of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out. CONTINUED 13 2008 Element If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be sure the doors are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in your vehicle. 1.Close...and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to ...
...of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out. CONTINUED 13 2008 Element If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be sure the doors are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in your vehicle. 1.Close...and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to ...
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... in the center of the vehicle. Both are marked ''SIDE AIRBAG'' (see page 27 ). the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety (17) (16) Side Curtain Airbags (17) Side Impact Sensors (Second) 25 2008 Element Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for a front passenger.
... in the center of the vehicle. Both are marked ''SIDE AIRBAG'' (see page 27 ). the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety (17) (16) Side Curtain Airbags (17) Side Impact Sensors (Second) 25 2008 Element Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for a front passenger.
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... is in the passenger's side airbag path and signal the control unit to a possible problem with less force (see page 29 ). An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that continually monitors and records information about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of the seat from the front airbag... that monitors the distance of an infant or small child), the passenger's front airbag will inflate with your vehicle's electrical system is in a crash. 26 2008 Element
... is in the passenger's side airbag path and signal the control unit to a possible problem with less force (see page 29 ). An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that continually monitors and records information about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of the seat from the front airbag... that monitors the distance of an infant or small child), the passenger's front airbag will inflate with your vehicle's electrical system is in a crash. 26 2008 Element
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...Hanging heavy items on the front passenger's seat. Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against cargo on the affected side. 30 2008 Element If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag will be off indicator will work properly, do not do... heavy items in the seat-back pocket. How Your Side Airbags Work This includes: A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the dashboard comes on . Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, a ''passenger airbag off'' indicator in...
...Hanging heavy items on the front passenger's seat. Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against cargo on the affected side. 30 2008 Element If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag will be off indicator will work properly, do not do... heavy items in the seat-back pocket. How Your Side Airbags Work This includes: A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the dashboard comes on . Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, a ''passenger airbag off'' indicator in...
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Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 39 2008 Element models) and on these labels. U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 39 2008 Element models) and on these labels. U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
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... seat belt. If they do, they can be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. Even very Driver and Passenger Safety belt could be very seriously injured in a crash. 41 2008 Element young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition, and open the tailgate...
... seat belt. If they do, they can be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. Even very Driver and Passenger Safety belt could be very seriously injured in a crash. 41 2008 Element young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition, and open the tailgate...
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models only Canadian models SUN VISOR U.S. models only CONTINUED 55 2008 Element Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models Driver and Passenger Safety U.S. DASHBOARD U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death.
models only Canadian models SUN VISOR U.S. models only CONTINUED 55 2008 Element Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models Driver and Passenger Safety U.S. DASHBOARD U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death.
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... Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. The SC model has one , two, or three accessory power sockets, depending on the dashboard above the glove box. These sockets are intended to your passengers. Lock or unlock the glove box with... you are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). EX and SC models have a front accessory power socket on the model. Close it up. 98 2008 Element To remove it, push the tab and pull it with the master key. A spilled liquid that are using the beverage holders.
... Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. The SC model has one , two, or three accessory power sockets, depending on the dashboard above the glove box. These sockets are intended to your passengers. Lock or unlock the glove box with... you are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). EX and SC models have a front accessory power socket on the model. Close it up. 98 2008 Element To remove it, push the tab and pull it with the master key. A spilled liquid that are using the beverage holders.
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..., then return to recirculation mode. The system automatically turns on when the A/C is sent throughout the system again. Features CONTINUED 103 2008 Element Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise to select the vents the air flows from the center and side vents in the button is...clear of the windshield. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off , air is divided between the vents in the dashboard. Air flows from the outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Airflow is divided between...
..., then return to recirculation mode. The system automatically turns on when the A/C is sent throughout the system again. Features CONTINUED 103 2008 Element Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise to select the vents the air flows from the center and side vents in the button is...clear of the windshield. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off , air is divided between the vents in the dashboard. Air flows from the outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Airflow is divided between...
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... Select automatically switches to start with. . 2. Select 3. To clear the windows faster, you should have a clear view through all times. 106 2008 Element Select rear window. This sends more warm air to avoid fogging the windows. For your safety, make sure you have the fan running at all...for short periods only. The A/C indicator does not come on the A/C. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel below each vent. Set the fan and temperature controls to help clear the 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
... Select automatically switches to start with. . 2. Select 3. To clear the windows faster, you should have a clear view through all times. 106 2008 Element Select rear window. This sends more warm air to avoid fogging the windows. For your safety, make sure you have the fan running at all...for short periods only. The A/C indicator does not come on the A/C. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel below each vent. Set the fan and temperature controls to help clear the 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
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Operating the Optional Disc Changer An optional six disc changer is available for the in sequence. Features 125 2008 Element To select the previous disc, press the preset 5 (DISC ), or the preset 6 (DISC ) to the instructions that came with the unit. Load the desired discs ... and 127 for the next available disc to load and play. If you select an empty slot in the center console compartment or on the dashboard, depending on how to handle and protect discs, see page 128 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing a Disc Auxiliary Input Jack If equipped The auxiliary...
Operating the Optional Disc Changer An optional six disc changer is available for the in sequence. Features 125 2008 Element To select the previous disc, press the preset 5 (DISC ), or the preset 6 (DISC ) to the instructions that came with the unit. Load the desired discs ... and 127 for the next available disc to load and play. If you select an empty slot in the center console compartment or on the dashboard, depending on how to handle and protect discs, see page 128 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing a Disc Auxiliary Input Jack If equipped The auxiliary...
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... the hood near the center. Make sure it up to release it drop. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the dashboard. Push this handle up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the ''H'' logo. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you ... the end into its holding clip. Put the support rod back into the hole in the hood. The hood latch handle is securely latched. 142 2008 Element Lift up slightly. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP 1. Lower...
... the hood near the center. Make sure it up to release it drop. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the dashboard. Push this handle up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the ''H'' logo. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you ... the end into its holding clip. Put the support rod back into the hole in the hood. The hood latch handle is securely latched. 142 2008 Element Lift up slightly. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP 1. Lower...
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... label attached to the driver's doorjamb (front edge of rear door), and is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. The easiest place to register your vehicle. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle for warranty purposes. The VIN ...17-digit number your dealer uses to find the VIN is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 246 2008 Element The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also provided in various places. Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has ...
... label attached to the driver's doorjamb (front edge of rear door), and is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. The easiest place to register your vehicle. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle for warranty purposes. The VIN ...17-digit number your dealer uses to find the VIN is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 246 2008 Element The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also provided in various places. Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has ...
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... Crankcase Emissions Control System...256 Cruise Control Indicator ...62 Cruise Control Operation ...135 Cup (Beverage) Holders...98 Customer Service Office ...262 D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...4, 58 Daytime Running Lights ...72 Indicator ...62 Dead Battery ...231 Defects, Reporting Safety ...264 Defog and Defrost ...105 Defogger, Rear Window ...73 Defrosting the Windows... CD Care ...128 CD Changer...125 CD Error Message ...126 CD Changer Error Message ...127 CD Player...119 Ceiling Pocket ...97 Certification Label ...246 II 2008 Element
... Crankcase Emissions Control System...256 Cruise Control Indicator ...62 Cruise Control Operation ...135 Cup (Beverage) Holders...98 Customer Service Office ...262 D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...4, 58 Daytime Running Lights ...72 Indicator ...62 Dead Battery ...231 Defects, Reporting Safety ...264 Defog and Defrost ...105 Defogger, Rear Window ...73 Defrosting the Windows... CD Care ...128 CD Changer...125 CD Error Message ...126 CD Changer Error Message ...127 CD Player...119 Ceiling Pocket ...97 Certification Label ...246 II 2008 Element