Owner's Manual
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... emissions controls) ...305 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...321 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6600 1 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 Driver...
... emissions controls) ...305 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...321 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SCV-6600 1 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 Driver...
Owner's Manual
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...all instructions and warnings in this manual. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 243). 6 2009 Element Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Generally, the higher the speed, the ...Vehicle in a child seat. Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can be restrained in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 14). Control Your Speed Excessive speed is your ...
...all instructions and warnings in this manual. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 243). 6 2009 Element Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Generally, the higher the speed, the ...Vehicle in a child seat. Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can be restrained in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see page 14). Control Your Speed Excessive speed is your ...
Owner's Manual
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 57 2009 Element instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 60) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 58, 296) ...REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 58) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P. 59) Instruments and Controls DRL VSA OFF INDICATOR (P. 62) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 62) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 59) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 61) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 58, 295) TPMS INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 59) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 57 2009 Element instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P. 60) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 58, 296) ...REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 58) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P. 59) Instruments and Controls DRL VSA OFF INDICATOR (P. 62) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 62) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 59) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 61) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 58, 295) TPMS INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 59) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR...
Owner's Manual
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... and when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. See page 230 for more information, see page 303). Low Tire Pressure Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. For more ...will not have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. Take your vehicle's tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 227. 62 2009 Element If two or more tires are significantly low on pressure. It flashes when VSA is a problem with the compact spare (see page 230)....
... and when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. See page 230 for more information, see page 303). Low Tire Pressure Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. For more ...will not have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. Take your vehicle's tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 227. 62 2009 Element If two or more tires are significantly low on pressure. It flashes when VSA is a problem with the compact spare (see page 230)....
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the system that monitors tire pressure. Instruments and Controls 63 2009 Element If this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. With this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you ...problem with the TPMS; Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
the system that monitors tire pressure. Instruments and Controls 63 2009 Element If this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure. With this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it does not come on when you ...problem with the TPMS; Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Owner's Manual
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...with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. ● Make sure the accessory does not obscure any accessory: Improper ...Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can be sure to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have the installer...curtain airbags. ● Before Driving ● ● CONTINUED 205 2009 Element Follow all instructions in these areas may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely ...
...with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. ● Make sure the accessory does not obscure any accessory: Improper ...Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can be sure to personalize your vehicle. These accessories have the installer...curtain airbags. ● Before Driving ● ● CONTINUED 205 2009 Element Follow all instructions in these areas may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely ...
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... can make the systems ineffective. ● Lowering the vehicle with some non-Honda components could cause the airbags to modify your vehicle, consult your vehicle with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your...other raised objects, which could seriously affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Some examples are: ● ● Non-Honda wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components, and are not compatible with a nonHonda suspension ...
... can make the systems ineffective. ● Lowering the vehicle with some non-Honda components could cause the airbags to modify your vehicle, consult your vehicle with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your...other raised objects, which could seriously affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Some examples are: ● ● Non-Honda wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components, and are not compatible with a nonHonda suspension ...
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...This section gives you tips 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 are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. It ...Braking System ...224 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...225 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...227 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...230 Towing a Trailer...232 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines...238 Driving 213 2009 Element Driving Guidelines ...214 Preparing to operate the manual and automatic...
...This section gives you tips 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 are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. It ...Braking System ...224 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...225 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...227 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...230 Towing a Trailer...232 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines...238 Driving 213 2009 Element Driving Guidelines ...214 Preparing to operate the manual and automatic...
Owner's Manual
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.... Low Tire Pressure Indicator When the low tire pressure indicator is on the vehicle's tire information placard. 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 tires while driving. Driving CONTINUED 227 2009 Element If the air pressure of your tires as soon...
.... Low Tire Pressure Indicator When the low tire pressure indicator is on the vehicle's tire information placard. 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 tires while driving. Driving CONTINUED 227 2009 Element If the air pressure of your tires as soon...
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... recommended that you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire, the low tire pressure indicator stays on if the tires are overinflated. Manually check the spare tire pressure to page 271 for tire inflation guidelines. After you always have a flat tire, the low tire pressure indicator will shut off . 228 2009 Element However, the low tire pressure indicator will be lower than measured...
... recommended that you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire, the low tire pressure indicator stays on if the tires are overinflated. Manually check the spare tire pressure to page 271 for tire inflation guidelines. After you always have a flat tire, the low tire pressure indicator will shut off . 228 2009 Element However, the low tire pressure indicator will be lower than measured...
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.... If used, you replace the spare tire with the specified regular tire equipped with the tire pressure monitor sensor. 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...as soon as possible. Never use a puncture-repairing agent in a flat tire. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The low tire pressure indicator or the TPMS indicator will go off, after several miles (kilometers...
.... If used, you replace the spare tire with the specified regular tire equipped with the tire pressure monitor sensor. 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...as soon as possible. Never use a puncture-repairing agent in a flat tire. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The low tire pressure indicator or the TPMS indicator will go off, after several miles (kilometers...
Owner's Manual
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And your vehicle has a high center of the tires and the tire pressures. Starting with the shift lever in mind that you are driving up the hill. You have a smoother start too fast on wet soil, mud, snow... roads). Driving off-highway can damage your vehicle to the condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures. Avoiding Obstacles Debris on snow or ice. Accelerating and Braking For better traction on unpaved surfaces. Driving CONTINUED 239 2009 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Before...
And your vehicle has a high center of the tires and the tire pressures. Starting with the shift lever in mind that you are driving up the hill. You have a smoother start too fast on wet soil, mud, snow... roads). Driving off-highway can damage your vehicle to the condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures. Avoiding Obstacles Debris on snow or ice. Accelerating and Braking For better traction on unpaved surfaces. Driving CONTINUED 239 2009 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Before...
Owner's Manual
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...tire pressure monthly. See page 271. Lights - Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. ● Engine oil level - Check every time you can be confident of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda...components, so you fill the fuel tank. U.S. See page 261. ● ● ● ● ● 248 2009 Element Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out your warranty booklet for wear and...
...tire pressure monthly. See page 271. Lights - Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. ● Engine oil level - Check every time you can be confident of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using Honda...components, so you fill the fuel tank. U.S. See page 261. ● ● ● ● ● 248 2009 Element Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out your warranty booklet for wear and...
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... detailed information on the TPMS. CONTINUED 271 2009 Element Overinflated tires can cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. See page 227 for more prone to be the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and correctly inflated. Maintenance The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) will warn you would...
... detailed information on the TPMS. CONTINUED 271 2009 Element Overinflated tires can cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. See page 227 for more prone to be the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and correctly inflated. Maintenance The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) will warn you would...
Owner's Manual
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...kgf/cm2) higher than 1 mile (1.6 km). Recommended Tire Pressures The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for Normal Driving Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) P225/55R18 97H 272 2009 Element On all models except SC Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, ...2.3 kgf/cm2) Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2) P215/70R16 99S On SC model Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for most normal and high-speed ...
...kgf/cm2) higher than 1 mile (1.6 km). Recommended Tire Pressures The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for Normal Driving Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) P225/55R18 97H 272 2009 Element On all models except SC Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, ...2.3 kgf/cm2) Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2) P215/70R16 99S On SC model Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for most normal and high-speed ...
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... use). CONTINUED Maintenance 273 2009 Element For additional technical information about your tires is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of these conditions. Tire Inspection Every time you check inflation, you should look for damage, foreign objects, and wear. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires The compact spare tire pressure is recommended that all tires, including the spare, be...
... use). CONTINUED Maintenance 273 2009 Element For additional technical information about your tires is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of these conditions. Tire Inspection Every time you check inflation, you should look for damage, foreign objects, and wear. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires The compact spare tire pressure is recommended that all tires, including the spare, be...
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...load range, speed rating, and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire's sidewall). Use only Honda wheel weights for balancing. Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated. A tire should always be rebalanced if it is ...'s aluminum wheels. Tire Rotation Front Front Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of a different size or construction can damage your dealer check the tires if you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-toback. 274 2009 Element Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on the information...
...load range, speed rating, and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire's sidewall). Use only Honda wheel weights for balancing. Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated. A tire should always be rebalanced if it is ...'s aluminum wheels. Tire Rotation Front Front Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of a different size or construction can damage your dealer check the tires if you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-toback. 274 2009 Element Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on the information...
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... in snowy or icy conditions, you do not, the tire pressure monitoring system will not work. They may be sure you ever replace a wheel, make sure they are available at the same time. The traction provided by snow tires on all models except SC) P215/70R16 99S (On... an allweather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions. This can cause a crash in this owner's manual. CONTINUED 275 2009 Element Check with the tire dealer for tire size and labeling information. If that the wheel's specifications match those of the same size and load range as a pair....
... in snowy or icy conditions, you do not, the tire pressure monitoring system will not work. They may be sure you ever replace a wheel, make sure they are available at the same time. The traction provided by snow tires on all models except SC) P215/70R16 99S (On... an allweather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions. This can cause a crash in this owner's manual. CONTINUED 275 2009 Element Check with the tire dealer for tire size and labeling information. If that the wheel's specifications match those of the same size and load range as a pair....
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... regular tire. 282 2009 Element The spare tire is the same make and model. Main Menu Table Of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as you can . Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire, the... as soon as a temporary replacement only. The replacement should be inflated to be the same size and design tire, mounted on and the low tire pressure indicator goes off. The low tire pressure indicator comes on and stays on some road surfaces. Use greater caution while driving. This...
... regular tire. 282 2009 Element The spare tire is the same make and model. Main Menu Table Of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as you can . Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire, the... as soon as a temporary replacement only. The replacement should be inflated to be the same size and design tire, mounted on and the low tire pressure indicator goes off. The low tire pressure indicator comes on and stays on some road surfaces. Use greater caution while driving. This...
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... in the cargo area floor. SPACER CONE 19. Place the flat tire face down on the bolt. 288 2009 Element Remove the small round plug from the cargo area floor by screwing the wing bolt to make a hole. Your vehicle's original tire has a tire pressure monitoring system sensor. Store the removed plug in the cargo area...
... in the cargo area floor. SPACER CONE 19. Place the flat tire face down on the bolt. 288 2009 Element Remove the small round plug from the cargo area floor by screwing the wing bolt to make a hole. Your vehicle's original tire has a tire pressure monitoring system sensor. Store the removed plug in the cargo area...