How do you remote start a Honda Passport in Egg Harbor Township, NJ?
To remote start a Honda Passport, press the lock button on the keyless remote, then press and hold the remote engine start button. The engine runs for 10 minutes, then shuts off on its own. New Jersey limits how long a parked gasoline engine may idle, so that 10-minute run needs a closer look. Boardwalk Honda in Egg Harbor Township sells the Honda Passport and offers leases, test drives and service.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Egg Harbor Township. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Where is it safe and legal to remote start a Passport in New Jersey?
New Jersey’s idling rule exempts autobuses, vehicles idling in traffic or in a queue, and vehicles using their power source for necessary mechanical operation other than propulsion. That last exemption does not cover heating or air conditioning the passenger compartment.
How do you extend a Honda Passport remote start, and what stops repeat starts?
A remote start on a Honda Passport runs for 10 minutes, then the engine shuts off on its own.
Honda’s owner’s manual gives these steps in order:
1. Press the lock button, then press and hold the remote engine start button. Some exterior lights flash once.
2. If the engine starts, some exterior lights flash six times. If it does not start, the exterior lights do not flash. Go back within range and try again.
3. When started remotely, the engine shuts off automatically after 10 minutes of idling, or if the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP button have not been pressed together.
4. To extend the run time for another 10 minutes during the first run, press the lock button, then press and hold the remote engine start button. Some exterior lights flash six times if the 10-minute extension request was sent successfully.
5. The engine may not start by remote if you have already used the keyless remote twice to start the engine.
6. The engine may not start if the power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF, the transmission is not in P, the hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is unlocked. It also may not start if another registered keyless remote is in the vehicle, there is an antenna failure, the door is unlocked with the built-in key, the engine oil pressure is low, the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, the telematics unit malfunctions, the security system alarm is not set, the 12-volt battery charge is too low, or a remote engine start setting has been disabled.
Idling limits sit alongside the 10-minute run. New Jersey’s idling rule sets a limit of three consecutive minutes for a diesel-powered motor vehicle that is not in motion (N.J. Admin. Code § 7:27-14.3, 2023).
What climate settings does a Honda Passport use during remote start?
When the Passport starts remotely, it preconditions the interior while the engine runs. In warm weather, the climate control runs in recirculation mode. In cold weather, the defroster runs at a moderately warm temperature, and the rear defogger, heated door mirrors, front seat heaters and heated steering wheel switch on.
The manual also warns that carbon monoxide is toxic and can build up quickly in closed or partly enclosed areas, where it can cause unconsciousness and death. Never use the remote starter with the vehicle parked in a garage or any area with limited ventilation (Honda, 2026 PASSPORT Owner’s Manual).
FAQ
Can you reserve a test drive of a Honda Passport at Boardwalk Honda?
Yes. Test drives can be reserved online or by phone at Boardwalk Honda, 6807 Tilton Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234. We sell new Honda models, and the Passport is one of them.
How do you book a service appointment at Boardwalk Honda in Egg Harbor Township?
Service appointments can be scheduled online, in person, or by phone at 609-428-4499. Certified Honda service includes a shuttle and loaner cars when you need one.
Does Boardwalk Honda offer Honda Passport leases?
Yes. Our Honda leases include lease deals on the HR-V, Odyssey, Passport and Pilot. The Passport is one of the models we sell new.
Can you order a Passport in a trim or color that is not in stock?
We offer custom factory orders for new Hondas, and the Passport is one of the new Hondas we sell. Ask about a custom order for the trim or color you want.
What warranty comes with a new Honda Passport?
According to Honda’s 2026 warranty booklet, the 2026 Honda Passport carries a basic warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Corrosion coverage runs 5 years with no mileage limit.
Where is Boardwalk Honda in Egg Harbor Township and when is it open?
You can find the dealership at 6807 Tilton Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234.
Boardwalk Honda in Egg Harbor Township sells and services the Honda Passport
Boardwalk Honda sells the new Honda Passport from 6807 Tilton Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234. Our Google record as of October 2026 is 4.7 stars across 4,565 reviews, and 88 in 100 of them are five-star.
Passport buyers can compare our lease deals, which name the Passport alongside the HR-V, Odyssey and Pilot. Test drives can be reserved online or by phone, so you can drive the Passport before you decide.
Service visits come with a shuttle service and loaners when you need them, as part of Certified Honda service. In a July 2026 5-star Google review, Kfuqua wrote: “Alex, my service advisor at Boardwalk Honda, was very informative, professional, and friendly throughout the entire process. He kept me updated, answered all of my questions, and made sure I understood everything about my vehicle’s service. I truly appreciated his excellent customer service and would highly recommend working with him.”
Boardwalk Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Egg Harbor Township showroom, or call 609-428-4400.
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