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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
correct 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.
Press the select/reset knob f or
about 10 seconds. The engine oil
lif e and the maintenance item
code(s) will blink.
Press the select/reset knob f or
another 5 seconds. The
maintenance item code(s) will
disappear, and the engine oil lif e
will reset to ‘‘100.’’
4.3.
Maintenance Minder
Important Maintenance
Precautions
Maint enance
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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel 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
.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
U.S. Vehicles:
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
inf ormation display.
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 f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids 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 perf ormance and durability.
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Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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.
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Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oil Replace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brake adjustmentInspect these items:Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft bootsBrake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connections
Maintenance Sub ItemsRotate tiresReplace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluidReplace spark plugsReplace timing belt and inspect water pump(V6 engine only)
Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant
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Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display,replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the centercolumn on page .
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If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and fromdiesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under 20°F,29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km(Canada).
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Fill the f uel tank.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
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.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time,
see page .
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system may disable itself . The next
timeyouturnontheradio,youwill
see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
).
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual.
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Except LX and LX-P
On models with navigation system
Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage
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The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.
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........................Protecting Children.33
.....................General Guidelines.33
.......................Protecting Inf ants.38
.......Protecting Larger Children .47
.........Protecting Small Children .39
Using Child Seats with
.....................................Tethers.46
.............................Using LATCH.42
...................Radiator Overheating .363
.............Radio/CD Sound System .133
.................Radio Thef t Protection .213
............................Radio, XM.157,187
...........................Readiness Codes.393
..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .330
..........................Rear Seat, Folding.97
....................Rear Ventilation.124,132
..........................Rear View Mirror.101
.................Rear Window Def ogger .74
.........Reclining the Seat Backs .92, 93
.......Recommended Shif t Speeds .279
........................................Ref ueling.257
.......................Reminder Indicators.56
.......................Remote Transmitter.86
Replacement Inf ormation
................Engine Oil and Filter .314
..........................................Fuses.368
................................Light Bulbs.325
................................Timing Belt.324
...........................................Tires.344
.............................Wiper Blades.336
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a
............................................Crash.20
..........Reporting Saf ety Def ects .398
.........Reserve Tank, Coolant .263,316
...............................Restraint, Child.33
..................Reverse Gear Position .281
................................Rotation, Tire.343
..................................Saf ety Belts.8,18
.........Safety Defects, Reporting .398
.................................Saf ety Features.7
...........................................Airbags.9
.......................................Seat Belts.8
.............Saf ety Labels, Location of .52
..............................Saf ety Messages.iii
.....................................Seat Belts.8,18
...............Additional Information .18
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................Tensioners.19
.....................................Cleaning.334
................Lap/Shoulder Belt .14,19
................................Maintenance.20
Reminder Indicator and
................................Beeper.18,56
...................System Components .18
...............Use During Pregnancy .16
...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .19
Seats
.................................Adjusting.92-94
.........................................Folding.97
.......................................Heaters.100
............................Security System.217
.........................Select/Reset Knob.63
.....................Selecting a Child Seat.40
...Selector Knob (Disc Changer) .149
...............................Serial Number.378
..............................Service Minder.303
...........................Service Manual.399
.........Service Station Procedures .257
..........................Setting the Clock.214
...Shif t Lever Position Indicators .280
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