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We recommend the use of Honda
parts and f luids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high-
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their performance and durability.
If you have the required service
done but do not reset the display, or
reset the display without doing the
service, the system will not show the
proper maintenance intervals. This
canleadtoseriousmechanical
problems because you will no longer
have an accurate record of when
maintenance is needed.
Your authorized Honda dealer
knows your vehicle best and can
provide competent, ef f icient service.
When you select ‘‘RESET’’ and
press the SEL/RESET button, the
multi-inf ormation display resets as
shown above. However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work fill out the
maintenance record. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
6.
Maintenance Minder
Important Maintenance
Precautions
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U.S. Vehicles:
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the odometer/
trip meter display or the multi-
inf ormation display.
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Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
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You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display.Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Your vehicle’s engine does not
require any oil additives. Additives
may adversely af f ect engine or
transmission perf ormance and
durability.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display. The oil and f ilter
collect contaminants that can dam-
age your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
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Synthetic Oil
Changing the Oil and Filter
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
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WASHER
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Tachometer .71
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Tailgate .142
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Opening the .142,143
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Open Monitor Light .67
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Taillights, Changing Bulbs .347,348
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Seat Heaters .164
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Seats .152
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Adjustments .153,155
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Drivers Lumbar Support .156
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Folding the Third Seat .162
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Head Restraints .156
Installing the Stowable Second ...............
Row Plus-One Seat .160
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Manual Height Adjustment .154
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Passenger Seating .152
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Reclining the Third Seat .154
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Removing the Second Seats .159
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Third Seat Access .157
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Security System .268
Sensors Front Passenger’s Weight .....................................
Sensors .29
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Driver’s Seat Position Sensor .29
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Serial Number .390
...........................
Service Intervals .321
...........................
Service Manual .407
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Service Station Procedure .285
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Setting the Clock .232
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators .300
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Shif t Lock Release .303..............................
Side Airbags .11,30
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Of f Indicator .33,64
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .345
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Signaling Turns .126
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Sliding Doors .146
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Snow Tires .357
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Sound System .203
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .365
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Specif ications .393
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Specif ications Charts .392
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Speed Control .269
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Speedometer .71
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation .25
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Additional Safety Precautions .35
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Airbag Service .34
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How the SRS Indicator Works .32
How Your Airbags
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Work .27,30,32
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SRS Components .25
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SRS Indicator .32,64
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START (Ignition Key Position) .134
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Starting the Engine .299
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .299 ................
With a Dead Battery .373
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State Emissions Testing .401
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Steam Coming f rom Engine .375
Steering Wheel
................................
Adjustment .131
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Anti-thef t Column Lock .134
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Buttons .75,233
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Stereo Sound System .203
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Storing Your Vehicle .359
Stowable Second Row Plus-One .............................................
Seat .160
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Sunglasses Holder .178
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Sun Visor .179
Supplemental Restraint System ......................................
Servicing .34
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SRS Indicator .32,64
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System Components .25
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Synthetic Oil .335
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