Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
f ollow the inf ormation on this page.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside. With the tailgate open, airflow can
pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
tailgate open, open all the windows
and set the heating and cooling
system as shown below.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconf ined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system as f ollows:
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
54
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
A dding Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil
Maint enance
267
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
Ambient Temperature
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
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.
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 information
display.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.
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.
1.
2.
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
Changing the Engine Oil and
Filter
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
268
WASHER
OIL DRAIN BOLT
Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
295
Î
...............
DANGER, Explanation of .iii
...................................
Dashboard . 4, 72
................
Daytime Running Lights .75
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator .63
.................................
Dead Battery .305
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .336
................
Def ogger, Rear Window .77
..............
Def rosting the Windows .128
.......................
Detachable Anchor .104
....................................
Dimensions .322
.........
Dimming the Headlights . 74, 75
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission .273
..................................
Engine Oil .218
..........................
Directional Signals .74
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .237
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .269
..............................................
Cargo .222
...........................
Cargo area Light .121
.................................
Cargo Hooks .225
.............................
Carrying Cargo .222
....................
Cargo, How to Carry .222
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
.........................................
CD Care .202
..........................
CD Changer . 154, 181
CD Changer Error ...........................
Messages . 159, 187
.............
CD Error Messages . 159, 187
......................
CD Player . 135, 152, 172
...............................
Center Pocket .110
..................................
Center Table .114
........................
Certif ication Label .320
.................................
Chains, Tires .292
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .299
.................................
Changing Oil .267
........................................
How to .267
......................................
When to .263
....
Charging System Message . 60,309
............
Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 216
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 229
.....................................
Child Saf ety . 34
..............................
Booster Seats .51
.............................
Child Seats . 34, 39 .....
Important Saf ety Reminders . 34
..........................................
Inf ants .39
............................
Large Children .50
.........................................
LATCH .43
......................
Risks with Airbags .35
.............................
Small Children .40
.........................................
Tethers .48
...........................
Warning Labels .36
.........
Where Should a Child Sit? . 35
.................................
Child Seats . 34, 39
.........................................
LATCH .43
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 48
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 88
.......................
Cleaning Seat Belts .283
..............................................
Clock .206
........................
CO in the Exhaust .329
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 230
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 334
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 57
....................
Conversation Mirror .117
Coolant ........................................
Adding .270
....................................
Checking .218
.........................
Proper Solution .270
...................
Temperature Gauge . 69
..............................
Courtesy Light .121 Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................
System .329
................
Cruise Control Indicator . 62
............
Cruise Control Operation . 209
.............
Customer Service Of f ice . 334
Index
D
II
CONT INUED
Doors..........................
Auto Door Lock .84
.......................
Auto Door Unlock .86
..............
Childproof Door Locks .88
..............
Locking and Unlocking .84
......................
Power Door Locks .82
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .324
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety. 5
...........................................
Driving .227
....................................
Economy .219
........................
Driving Guidelines .228
.........................................
D Mode .233
................
Dual Deck Cargo Shelf .111
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter .284
..............................
Economy, Fuel .219
..................................
Emergencies .297
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .305
...........
Brake System Indicator .311
................
Changing a Flat Tire .299
.....
Charging System Indicator .309
..................
Checking the Fuses .312
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
............................
Jump Starting .305 .....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .309
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .310
..................
Overheated Engine .307
.......................................
Towing .317
...........................
Emergency Brake .78
......................
Emergency Flashers .76
......................
Emergency Towing .317
.......................
Emissions Controls .329
.............
Emissions Testing, State .332
Engine
............
Adding Engine Coolant .270
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .69
.........................
If It Won’t Start .303
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 60, 310
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 60, 309
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 267
...............................
Overheating .307
............................
Specif ications .322
............................
Speed Limiter .234
.......................................
Starting .230
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline .214
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 329
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .54
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .16 ...................................
Fan, Interior .125
.........................................
Features .123
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 215
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .284
...............................................
Oil .268
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 76
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 299
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 273
..........................................
Brake .275
..........................
Power Steering .276
..................
Windshield Washer . 272
...................
Folding Rear Seat . 99, 102
..........................
Four-way Flashers .76
..............................
Front Airbags . 9, 25
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting .94
.......................................
Heaters .105
.....................................
Airbags . 9, 25
3
Index
E F
INDEX
III
.................................................
Fuel .214
........
Check Fuel Cap Message .216
......................
Fill Door and Cap .215
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .63
...........................................
Gauge .66
................
Octane Requirement .214
...............................
Oxygenated .214
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .215
...............................
Fuel Economy .219
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .312
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving .219
..........................................
Gasohol .214
.........................................
Gasoline .214
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator. 63
...........................................
Gauge .69
................
Octane Requirement .214
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .215
................
Gas Station Procedures .215
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .69
...............................................
Fuel .69
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .231 ......................................
Glove Box .114
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.............................
(G VWR) . 246, 322
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 277
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .277
............
Daytime Running Lights . 75
..................
High Beam Indicator . 63
.........................
Reminder Chime .75
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 277
...................................
Turning on .74
..............................
Head Restraints .97
.............................
Heated Mirrors .109
...................................
Heater, Seat .105
.....................
Heating and Cooling .124
............................
High Beam Lever .74
.......................
Hood, Opening the .217
..............................................
Horn .4,72
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 320Ignition
..............................................
Keys .79
...........................................
Switch .81
............
Timing Control System . 330
........................
Immobilizer System .80
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators ......
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 61, 238
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) . 60, 311
................
Charging System . 60, 309
.............................
Cruise Control .62
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .63
...................................
High Beam .63
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 61
......................................
Low Fuel .63
................
Low Oil Pressure . 60, 309
..............
Low Tire Pressure . 64, 242
..........
Maintenance Minder . 65,257
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp . 60, 310
.................
Passenger Airbag Of f . 32
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .61
...............................................
SRS .61
...................................
TPMS . 64, 243
Index
G H
I
IV
...................
Neutral Gear Position .233
..................
New Vehicle Break-in .214
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of .i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication .320
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline .214
.........................................
Odometer .69
...............................
Odometer, Trip .67
....................
Of f -Highway Driving .252
Oil
........................
Change, How to .268
......................
Change, When to .263
......................
Checking Engine .218
..............
Pressure Indicator . 60, 309
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .267
...........
ON (Ignition Key Position) .81
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
....................................
Recovery .329
............................
Outside Mirrors .109
....
Outside Temperature Indicator .69
....................
Overheating, Engine .307 ....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks .262
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels .214
..............
Panel Brightness Control .75
........................
Park Gear Position .232
...........................................
Parking .236
.................................
Parking Brake .78
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 60, 311
.................................
Parking Lights .74
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 236
....
Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 32
.............................
PGM-FI System .330
...................................
Pollen Filter .284
..........................
Power Door Locks .82
...............
Power Socket Locations . 117
....................
Power Steering Fluid . 276
............................
Power Windows .106
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
........................
Preparing to Drive .229
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 17
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16........................
Protecting Children .34
.......................
Protecting Inf ants .39
.......
Protecting Larger Children . 50
.........
Protecting Small Children . 40
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .48
.............................
Using LATCH .43
...................
Radiator Overheating . 307
.............
Radio/CD Sound System . 129
.................
Radio Thef t Protection . 205
...........................
Readiness Codes .310
.................
Rear Dif f erential Fluid . 275
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 281
..................
Rear Seat, Folding . 99,102
..........................
Rear View Mirror .108
.................
Rear Window Def ogger . 77
.
Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 74
...............
Reclining the Seat Backs . 94
........................................
Ref ueling .215
.......................
Reminder Indicators .59
.......................
Remote Transmitter .89
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 284
Index
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