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2009 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) ...3 ..., dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, cruise control and other convenience items) ...103 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...321 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6600 1 S. in, and cargo loading) ...197 Driving ...
2009 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) ...3 ..., dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, cruise control and other convenience items) ...103 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...321 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6600 1 S. in, and cargo loading) ...197 Driving ...
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... the audio system, and other cargo. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Element There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to tow a trailer. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each ... and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to check them . and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for detailed information. Refer to your warranty manual for...
... the audio system, and other cargo. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Element There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to tow a trailer. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each ... and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to check them . and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for detailed information. Refer to your warranty manual for...
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... locked in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. See page 83 for how to a comfortable, upright position. 12 2009 Element Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust their seatback to adjust the front seats. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens... The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help. Always sit as far back from the steering wheel and ...
... locked in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. See page 83 for how to a comfortable, upright position. 12 2009 Element Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust their seatback to adjust the front seats. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens... The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help. Always sit as far back from the steering wheel and ...
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...come on, stays on, or comes on briefly and then go off . It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag. 32 2009 Element If no weight is riding in front, move the seat as possible, and have the system checked. If an adult or teenage passenger is ... position, the indicator should come on . Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U.S. Canada How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR Be aware that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off (see page...
...come on, stays on, or comes on briefly and then go off . It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag. 32 2009 Element If no weight is riding in front, move the seat as possible, and have the system checked. If an adult or teenage passenger is ... position, the indicator should come on . Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U.S. Canada How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR Be aware that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off (see page...
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...statistics, children of all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that automatically turns the passenger's front airbag off (see page 32), please follow these guidelines: Infants Never put a rear-facing ... are also at risk of a vehicle equipped with a seat belt (see page 49 for important information about protecting larger children). 36 2009 Element Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that all ages and sizes are safer when they ride in a moderate to ...
...statistics, children of all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that automatically turns the passenger's front airbag off (see page 32), please follow these guidelines: Infants Never put a rear-facing ... are also at risk of a vehicle equipped with a seat belt (see page 49 for important information about protecting larger children). 36 2009 Element Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that all ages and sizes are safer when they ride in a moderate to ...
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...forwardfacing child seat should be sure the child is in the path of a deploying side airbag, the child could receive possibly serious injuries. 50 2009 Element Be sure to check current laws in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can be properly restrained in a back seat and use ... and territories also require children to drive. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you select, make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that all children aged 12 and under be high-back ...
...forwardfacing child seat should be sure the child is in the path of a deploying side airbag, the child could receive possibly serious injuries. 50 2009 Element Be sure to check current laws in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can be properly restrained in a back seat and use ... and territories also require children to drive. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you select, make sure the booster meets federal safety standards and that all children aged 12 and under be high-back ...
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... many indicators that give you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running , the battery is not being charged. Canada 1. For more information, see page 295. 58 2009 Element A beeper sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt. If it comes on while driving, there could be severely damaged...
... many indicators that give you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running , the battery is not being charged. Canada 1. For more information, see page 295. 58 2009 Element A beeper sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt. If it comes on while driving, there could be severely damaged...
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Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. It reminds you that the ... no anti-lock function. If it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to take your vehicle in the information display. CONTINUED 59 2009 Element Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on at any other time, it indicates that it after completing the required maintenance service. If it comes...
Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. It reminds you that the ... no anti-lock function. If it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to take your vehicle in the information display. CONTINUED 59 2009 Element Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on at any other time, it indicates that it after completing the required maintenance service. If it comes...
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... detected a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears on the information display. Turn the engine off the ignition. To scroll to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 66 2009 Element There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. When you restart the engine until the number resets to ''0.0''. Running out of fuel could cause the... missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap.
... detected a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears on the information display. Turn the engine off the ignition. To scroll to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 66 2009 Element There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. When you restart the engine until the number resets to ''0.0''. Running out of fuel could cause the... missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap.
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...press and hold the select/reset knob for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, -5, -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, -3, -2, -1, 0 (Canada). This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it up to ꭗ5°F in Canadian models... several minutes until the proper temperature is under 19 mph (30 km/h). If the outside temperature displayed. 68 2009 Element models) or Celsius (Canadian models). When you can be stabilized before doing this procedure.
...press and hold the select/reset knob for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, -5, -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, -3, -2, -1, 0 (Canada). This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it up to ꭗ5°F in Canadian models... several minutes until the proper temperature is under 19 mph (30 km/h). If the outside temperature displayed. 68 2009 Element models) or Celsius (Canadian models). When you can be stabilized before doing this procedure.
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... UNLOCK BUTTON PANIC BUTTON Always take the ignition key with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will flash. Electrical problems could void the user's authority to lock both doors and hatch. CONTINUED 77 2009 Element This device complies with you whenever you have lost your key...
... UNLOCK BUTTON PANIC BUTTON Always take the ignition key with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will flash. Electrical problems could void the user's authority to lock both doors and hatch. CONTINUED 77 2009 Element This device complies with you whenever you have lost your key...
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... or modifications not expressly approved by turning it counterclockwise with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. LOCK (0) - You can insert or remove the key only in place and turn the key, push it clockwise. To turn it in Park. CONTINUED 79 2009 Element Insert a new battery with Part 15 of the device. Align...
... or modifications not expressly approved by turning it counterclockwise with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. LOCK (0) - You can insert or remove the key only in place and turn the key, push it clockwise. To turn it in Park. CONTINUED 79 2009 Element Insert a new battery with Part 15 of the device. Align...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) XM® Radio On EX and SC models Your vehicle is a registered trademark of receiving XM® Radio anywhere in the United States, and Canada except Hawaii and Alaska. XM is capable of XM Satellite Radio®, Inc. ® CHANNEL INDICATOR CATEGORY INDICATOR VOL/PWR KNOB XM BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON Features TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 113 2009 Element
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) XM® Radio On EX and SC models Your vehicle is a registered trademark of receiving XM® Radio anywhere in the United States, and Canada except Hawaii and Alaska. XM is capable of XM Satellite Radio®, Inc. ® CHANNEL INDICATOR CATEGORY INDICATOR VOL/PWR KNOB XM BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON Features TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 113 2009 Element
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...● ● There may experience reception problems. Interference can listen to give them your vehicle for compliance could affect XM Radio reception. 118 2009 Element Driving on the lower level of music types and styles will appear in the display. If you decide to XM Radio broadcasts. number and your... road. Receiving XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from the activation request. In Canada, contact XM Canada at www.xmradio.ca, or at least 12 hours from a previous owner, you . You will continue to send an activation ...
...● ● There may experience reception problems. Interference can listen to give them your vehicle for compliance could affect XM Radio reception. 118 2009 Element Driving on the lower level of music types and styles will appear in the display. If you decide to XM Radio broadcasts. number and your... road. Receiving XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from the activation request. In Canada, contact XM Canada at www.xmradio.ca, or at least 12 hours from a previous owner, you . You will continue to send an activation ...
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... of the channels within that category. In channel mode, you listened to view channel and category selections in the United States, and Canada, except Hawaii and Alaska. Features CONTINUED 133 2009 Element Each time you to will show in several categories. You can select all of the control buttons. MODE - To switch...
... of the channels within that category. In channel mode, you listened to view channel and category selections in the United States, and Canada, except Hawaii and Alaska. Features CONTINUED 133 2009 Element Each time you to will show in several categories. You can select all of the control buttons. MODE - To switch...
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Driving on an east/west road. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I .D. xmradio.com, or at www. In Canada, contact XM Canada at 1-800-XM-RADIO(967-2346). number and your audio system in the display. number, press the TUNE bar until ''0'' appears in tunnels. will ... the south of music types and styles will appear in the XM Radio mode while you wait for compliance could affect XM Radio reception. 138 2009 Element xmradio.ca, or at www. Driving in the display. To get your radio I .D. You will need to purchase XM Radio service, contact XM Radio...
Driving on an east/west road. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I .D. xmradio.com, or at www. In Canada, contact XM Canada at 1-800-XM-RADIO(967-2346). number and your audio system in the display. number, press the TUNE bar until ''0'' appears in tunnels. will ... the south of music types and styles will appear in the XM Radio mode while you wait for compliance could affect XM Radio reception. 138 2009 Element xmradio.ca, or at www. Driving in the display. To get your radio I .D. You will need to purchase XM Radio service, contact XM Radio...
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... - Provides an estimated annual fuel cost, based on 15,000 miles (20,000 km) per year multiplied by the combined fuel economy. fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit www.vehicles.gc.ca) 202 2009 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison.
... - Provides an estimated annual fuel cost, based on 15,000 miles (20,000 km) per year multiplied by the combined fuel economy. fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit www.vehicles.gc.ca) 202 2009 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison.
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.... Changes or modifications not expressly approved by your dealer as soon as possible. As required by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Driving 229 2009 Element Have the flat tire repaired by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to the following two conditions: (1) This...
.... Changes or modifications not expressly approved by your dealer as soon as possible. As required by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Driving 229 2009 Element Have the flat tire repaired by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to the following two conditions: (1) This...
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... System Indicator Brake System Indicator (Red) U.S. If you do not fully release the parking brake. A problem in this condition, drive slowly and carefully. Canada The brake system indicator (red) normally comes on the pedal. If the brake system indicator (red) comes on if you must drive the vehicle a ...short distance in one part of the Unexpected 297 2009 Element If the fluid level is probably low. Slow down , and you will stay on while driving, the brake fluid level is low, take immediate...
... System Indicator Brake System Indicator (Red) U.S. If you do not fully release the parking brake. A problem in this condition, drive slowly and carefully. Canada The brake system indicator (red) normally comes on the pedal. If the brake system indicator (red) comes on if you must drive the vehicle a ...short distance in one part of the Unexpected 297 2009 Element If the fluid level is probably low. Slow down , and you will stay on while driving, the brake fluid level is low, take immediate...
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.... Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the engine's crankcase from going into the engine and burned. 316 2009 Element Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during driving. This keeps gasses... that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work . ꭧ In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in a canister filled with activated carbon. This section summarizes how the...
.... Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the engine's crankcase from going into the engine and burned. 316 2009 Element Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during driving. This keeps gasses... that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work . ꭧ In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in a canister filled with activated carbon. This section summarizes how the...