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Safe Driving
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas The exhaust gas from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon monoxide gas will not get into the interior.Have the Exhaust System Inspected for Leaks Whenever
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The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
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The exhaust system may have been damaged.
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The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
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When you operate a vehicle with the hatch open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the hatch open, open both windows and set the climate control system as shown below. Select the fresh air mode.
1.
Select the
2.
mode.
Set the fan speed to high.
3.
Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
4. Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly ill up with carbon monoxide gas.Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
WARNING
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.
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Multi-Information Display Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature, and other fuel economy information.It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.Switching the Display

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Press the button or the SEL/RESET button to change the display.
Eco Guide feedback with Eco Drive Bar
OFF
HFL *
Customizable Setting Entry Engine Oil Life Power Flow
MonitorAverage Vehicle SpeedElapsed Time
Average Fuel Economy Records
Average Fuel Economy A
Range
SEL/RESET Button
(Information) Button Shown when
Bluetooth®

HandsFreeLink ®
is activated.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder™
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the maintenance minder messages appear on the multi-information display every time you turn the ignition switch to ON
II. The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring
your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.
Displaying the Engine Oil Life

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Turn the ignition switch to ON
1. II.
Press the
2.
button repeatedly until the engine oil life appears on the
multi-information display.
The system message indicator (
) comes on along with the maintenance minder
message.
Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine operating conditions, the remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil
Life (%) Calculated Engine
Oil Life (%)
100 100 to 91 90 90 to 81
80 80 to 71
70 70 to 61
60 60 to 51
50 50 to 41
40 40 to 31
30 30 to 21
20 20 to 16
15 15 to 11
10 10 to 65 5 to 1
0 0
Maintenance Service Items
Remaining Engine Oil Life
(Information) Buttons
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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder™
Maintenance Service Items
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System Message Indicator Maintenance Minder Message
Sub Items
Main Item
Maintenance Service Items
Independent of the maintenance minder
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messages, replace the brake luid every 3 years. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
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km).Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3
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only if they are noisy.
*1: Change the engine oil according to the maintenance minder messages, or annually, whichever comes irst.
*2: If you drive 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 ilter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
Code Maintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oil*
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B Replace engine oil*
• 1
and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
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Check parking brake adjustment
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Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear
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box, and boots
Inspect suspension components
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Inspect driveshaft boots
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Inspect brake hoses and lines
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(including ABS/VSA ®
)
Inspect all fluid levels and
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condition of fluids
Inspect exhaust system
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Inspect fuel lines and connections
• #Code Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires •
2 Replace air cleaner element* • 2
Replace dust and pollen
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filter* 3
Inspect drive belt
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3 Replace transmission fluid •
4 Replace spark plugs •
Inspect valve clearance
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5 Replace engine coolant •
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-information display.1. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, and then turn the engine off. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
2.
fill cap. Remove the bolts and clips on the
3.
undercarriage and remove the cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine, and drain the oil into a suitable container. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
5.
remaining oil.
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE You may damage the environment if you do not dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are changing the oil by yourself, appropriately dispose of the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under Cover
Bolt
Clip
Drain Bolt
Washer
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to the engine contact surface.
If it is stuck, you must detach it.
Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
7.
contact surface of the engine block, and install a new oil filter. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
8.
reinstall the drain bolt.
Tightening torque: 29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
Pour the recommended engine oil into the
9.
engine.
Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap back and
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start the engine. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
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then check that there is no leak from the drain bolt or oil filter. Stop the engine, wait for a few minutes,
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and then check the oil level on the engine oil dipstick.
If necessary, add more engine oil.
Oil Filter
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil ilter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer. When installing the new oil ilter, follow the instruction supplied with the oil ilter. Reinstall the engine oil ill cap. Start the engine. The low oil pressure indicator should go off within ive seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check your work.
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Information
Speciications
Brake/Clutch Fluid
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Specified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Transmission Fluid
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Specified (Automatic Transmission: CVT) Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
3.0 US qt (2.8 ℓ) (Change)
Specified (Manual Transmission) Honda Manual Transmission Fluid 1.5 US qt (1.4 ℓ) (Change)
Engine Oil
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Recommended Genuine Honda Motor OilAPI Premium grade 0W-20
Capacity Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 ℓ) Change including filter
3.8 US qt (3.6 ℓ)
Engine Coolant
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Specified Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/ Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water Capacity (Automatic Transmission: CVT) 1.16 US gal (4.4 ℓ) (change including the remaining 0.116 US gal (0.44 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Capacity (Manual Transmission) 1.16 US gal (4.4 ℓ) (change including the remaining 0.116 US gal (0.44 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Tire
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Regular Size P195/55R16 86V Pressure psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2
]) 30 (210 [2.1])
Compact Spare Size T135/80D15 99M Pressure psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size Regular 16 x 6J
Compact Spare 15 x 4T
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