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Maintenance Minder™
Maintenance Service ItemsCODE Maintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oil t
*1
B Replace engine oil t
*1 and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes t
Check parking brake adjustment t
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots t
Inspect suspension components t
Inspect driveshaft boots t
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS) t
* O T Q F D U B M M n V J E M F W F M T B O E D P O E J U J P O P G n V J E T t
Inspect exhaust system t
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Inspect fuel lines and connections t
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CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires t
2 Replace air cleaner element t
*2
Replace dust and pollen filter t
*3
Inspect drive belt t
3 3 F Q M B D F U S B O T N J T T J P O n V J E t
*4
4 Replace spark plugs t
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump t
*5
Inspect valve clearance t
5 Replace engine coolant t
*4: If you drive regularly in mountainous areas or tow a trailer, replace the transmission fluid at 60,000
miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (automatic transmission models only)
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C ), in very low temperatures (under
-20 °F, -29 °C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km. (6-cylinder models only)
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty. *1: Change the engine oil according to the Maintenance Minder, or annually, whichever comes first.
*2: If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000
km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Maintenance Service Items
Independent of the Maintenance Minder tinformation, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 tkm).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 tonly if they are noisy. Maintenance Minder
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Main Items
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Maintenance Under the Hood
Brake/Clutch Fluid
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Brake/Clutch FluidUse the same fluid for both the brakes and clutch.Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Checking the Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MA X marks on the side of the reservoir.
Brake/Clutch Fluid NOTICE Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with
your vehicle’s braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you
should use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause
corrosion and decrease the longevity of the system.
Have the brake system flushed and refilled with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as
possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads
as soon as possible.
MAX
MAX MIN
MIN Brake
Reservoir
Brake
Reservoir
4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Winter Tires
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Maintenance
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked ”M+S” tires, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between
vehicles when driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the
law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires. t
Mount the tires to all four wheels. t
For tire chains:
Install them on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire t
clearance, Acura strongly recommends using the chains listed below:
4-cylinder models Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1034 6-cylinder models Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1038 Follow the chain manufacturer’s instruction when installing. Mount them as t
tightly as you can.
Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension. t
Drive slowly. t
Winter Tires NOTICE Traction devices that are the wrong size or
improperly installed can damage your vehicle's
brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions regarding vehicle
operational limits.
WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can
be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner's
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
