VMI Northstar E Manual Conversion, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...VMIOWNER SMANUAL HondaPilot NorthstarE ManualConversion withAccess360...

Page 4: ...autions 4 EquipmentGuide 6 VMI Installed Equipment 6 VMI Dealer Installed Options 6 NorthstarE RampOperation 7 Deploy Ramp 8 Stow Ramp 8 Removing the Ramp Handle 9 Installing the Ramp Handle 10 Seatin...

Page 5: ...1 Accessories 22 Removable Cup Holder 22 Power Outlets and USB Plugs 23 EmergencyProcedures 24 Emergency Flat Tire Repair 24 Vehicle Towing Instructions 24 MaintenanceandWarranty 25 VMI Conversion Sch...

Page 6: ...I conversion carries a limited warranty that covers the conversion modifications and alterations only The Honda vehicle carries a separate warranty If a defect or a failure is a direct result of a VMI...

Page 7: ...VMI DISCLAIMER This manual was reviewed thoroughly for accuracy All statements technical information and recommendations contained herein and in any guides or related documents are believed reliable b...

Page 8: ...additional clearance if assistance is required Before operating the ramp make sure the vehicle s transmission is in PARK and the parking brake is SET Failure to do so may result in property damage or...

Page 9: ...a wheelchair without proper head and neck support while vehicle is in motion VMI cannot guarantee the safety of the wheelchair occupant if an accident occurs at any speed Your vehicle s fuel system ha...

Page 10: ...ual have your mobility dealer indicate the items or options installed on your SUV conversion VMIMOBILITYDEALERINSTALLEDEQUIPMENT VMIINSTALLEDEQUIPMENT Northstar E Manual In Floor Ramp Removable Front...

Page 11: ...be unlocked with the vehicle transmission in PARK and the parking brake SET Allow approximately 8 feet for the ramp to deploy beyond the side of the vehicle plus an additional 4 feet for the wheelcha...

Page 12: ...ually close passenger front door DEPLOYNORTHSTARE RAMP 1 Manually open the passenger front door 2 Manually open the passenger rear door to full open position by using the door handle pictured below 3...

Page 13: ...PHANDLE 1 Press down on the ramp handle to unlock the pin 2 Rotate the ramp handle counter clockwise to release the pin 3 Remove the ramp handle from the ramp 4 Attach the ramp handle to the designate...

Page 14: ...10 INSTALLINGTHERAMPHANDLE 1 Detach the ramp handle from the designated spot on the door 2 Align the pin with the opening on the end of the ramp handle 3 Press down and rotate the ramp handle clockwis...

Page 15: ...esult in damage to the seat wiring and the seat wiring harness WARNING The air bag warning light is an indication of a malfunction in the air bag system and must be serviced by an authorized service t...

Page 16: ...the seat and base can be easily rolled out of the vehicle 6 Pull the seat out of the front securement brackets and remove seat from vehicle InstallingtheFrontPassengerSeat The installation procedure i...

Page 17: ...urement brackets 5 Grasp the seat at the top of the seat back pull back and push forward to ensure the seat base has locked to the floor anchors 6 Align the yellow dot on the plug to the 12 00 positio...

Page 18: ...nt self retractable securement system can be ordered in addition to the standard restraint kit that comes with your vehicle This 4 point securement system reduces the time and effort it takes to safel...

Page 19: ...limits It is important that any operator of the VMI Honda conversion vehicle understands that the installation of adaptive equipment has necessarily added weight to the original Honda vehicle thereby...

Page 20: ...dded equipment and mobility device 240 lbs and there will be four 150 lb passengers using this vehicle the amount of available cargo capacity is 260 lbs since 4 passengers x 150 lbs 600 lbs and 1100 l...

Page 21: ...Seating and Securement 17 FrontTracks MiddleTracks RearTracks RESTRAINTBELTPOSITIONING The photos below show the locations of the standard floor tracks...

Page 22: ...elts to be twisted inside the belt retractor The recommended center to center distances are based on common wheelchair sizes Exceptionally large or small wheelchairs may require anchorage spacing that...

Page 23: ...traint belt can be attached to the floor and the wheelchair Attach the restraint belt to the wheelchair 4 Connect the floor latch to the pre selected location on the floor track by pushing the fitting...

Page 24: ...ion receptacle When using the lap belt extension do not route any belt over the side panel or the armrest of the wheelchair The occupant must wear seat belts against the body and low across the front...

Page 25: ...towed position when not in use DeploytheFootrest 1 Pull footrest straight outwards until it is fully extended StowtheFootrest 1 Lift the footrest to the horizontally extended position WARNING The foot...

Page 26: ...22 Accessories REMOVABLECUPHOLDER The cup holder attached to the front console is easily removable Simply slide it upwards to remove it...

Page 27: ...23 POWEROUTLETSANDUSBPLUGS The power outlets and USB plugs in your vehicle may have been relocated from the original position The number of plugs and outlets will vary depending on the trim level of...

Page 28: ...own below are the only VMI approved locations for the OEM jack to lift the vehicle safely Using the OEM jack to lift the SUV from any other location may result in damage to the vehicle frame and or co...

Page 29: ...operation and to comply with the VMI Limited Warranty Failure to comply with at least the minimum required maintenance may nullify your warranty The following is the required minimum maintenance sche...

Page 30: ...cation on top and bottom B pillar latches white lithium grease Inspect and replace normal wear items Remove floor plate and inspect ramp operation Inspect ramp mechanism for loose fittings alignment a...

Page 31: ...Maintenance and Warrant y 27 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 32: ...Maintenance and Warrant y 28 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 33: ...Maintenance and Warrant y 29 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 34: ...Maintenance and Warrant y 30 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 35: ...Maintenance and Warrant y 31 MAINTENANCELOG Record maintenance information in the table below DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP DATE DESCRIPTION DEALERSHIP...

Page 36: ...authorized repair work For your approved VMI factory authorized repair facility you can go to our website at vmivans com or contact us by mail or telephone VMI Customer Advocate Center 5202 S 28th Pla...

Page 37: ...ed modified or altered by VMI and then only to the extent of such fabrication modification or alteration This warranty is not intended to replace or substitute any other warranties issued by the origi...

Page 38: ...ns on the part of VMI WarrantyRegistrationRequirement The warranty registration card must be completed by the VMI dealer and returned to VMI within 10 days of vehicle delivery to customer along with t...

Page 39: ...V to and from the Honda dealership will be arranged by the MED and you will be advised by the MED where and when to pick up your vehicle If the vehicle can be safely operated it may be more efficient...

Page 40: ...ldings LLC VMI for wheelchair access and or other mobility features The SUV has been brought by the customer to the VMI Mobility Equipment Dealer MED listed below where it has been determined that the...

Page 41: ...ffected by VMI modifications or components you should contact VMI Technical Support at 1 800 488 9082 prior to performing any service to determine whether VMI or Honda is responsible for the repair an...

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