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Safe Driving
Safety Labels
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.
Sun VisorCargo Area
Doorjambs
U.S. models
U.S. models
U.S. models
Canadian models
Canadian modelsSeparatorU.S. models Canadian models
Canadian models
Radiator Cap
DashboardU.S. models only
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid (Black cap)
Washer Fluid (Blue cap)
Engine Coolant Reservoir
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Manual
Transmission model:Clutch Fluid(Light Gray cap)
Automatic Transmission (CVT) Fluid Dipstick
(Yellow loop)
Radiator Cap
Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange handle)
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant
Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50 % water. Do not add any more
antifreeze or water. We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
Reserve Tank

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1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
3.
Engine Coolant
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system lushed and reilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible. Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle's cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve
Tank
MIN
MAX
Reserve Tank
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Engine Coolant
Radiator
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1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
2.
relieve any pressure in the cooling system. Do not press the cap down when turning. Push down and turn the radiator cap
3.
counterclockwise to remove it. The coolant level should be up to the base
4.
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
5.
fully.Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
6.
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
Radiator
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.Radiator Cap
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood Transmission Fluid
Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid
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Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
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Specified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature. 1. Park on level ground, and start the engine. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
2.
turn off the engine.
Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60 seconds (less than 90 seconds).
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
3.
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick all the way back into
4.
the transmission securely, as shown in the image. Remove the dipstick again and check the
5.
fluid level.
It should be between the upper and lower marks in the HOT range.
If the level is below the lower mark, add
6.
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the level between the upper and lower marks, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
Upper Mark Lower Mark
HOT Range
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating How to Handle Overheating
Next Thing to Do
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1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the high temperature indicator goes off.
If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
2.
the coolant level and check the cooling system components for leaks.
If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.
If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, check that the radiator is cool. Cover the radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the filler neck, and put the cap back on.
Last Thing to Do
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Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
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indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer for repairs.
Reserve
Tank
MIN
MAX
How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs. Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only. Have a dealer lush the system with proper antifreeze as soon as possible.
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
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Index
Index C to D
Belts (Seat)
.......................................................................34
Beverage Holders
......................................................126
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
.............................17 3
Booster Seats
..................................................................63
Brake System
................................................................219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...........................
221
Brake Assist System ................................................
222
Fluid .................................................................................
256
Foot Brake ....................................................................
220
Indicator ................................................................
68,302
Parking Brake .............................................................
219
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
.....115
Bulb Replacement
....................................................258
Back-Up, Turn Signal and Rear Side Marker Lights ............................................................................
263
Brake/ Taillights ..........................................................
264
Fog Lights .....................................................................
260
Front Turn/Parking/Side Marker Lights ........
262
Headlights ....................................................................
258
High-Mount Brake Light .....................................
265
License Plate ...............................................................
265
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights ............................................................................
262
Bulb Specifications
...................................................312
C
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ....................................64
Carrying Cargo
..................................................192,19 4
Certification Label
...................................................314
CD Player
...............................................................14 5 ,15 6
Changing Bulbs
...........................................................258
Charging System Indicator
.........................69,300
Child Safety
.....................................................................56
Child Seat
..........................................................................56
Booster Seats ...............................................................
63
Child Seat for Infants ...............................................
58
Child Seat for Small Children ...............................
59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................................
60
Larger Children ...........................................................
62
Rear Facing Child Seat ............................................
58
Selecting a Child Seat ..............................................
59
Using Tether ...................................................................
61
CHRG (Battery Charge in Progress) Indicator
..........................................................................82
Cleaning the Exterior
.............................................283
Cleaning the Interior
..............................................281
Climate Control System
........................................131
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .
132
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................................
280
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ...........................
131
Sensors ...........................................................................
133
Using Automatic Climate Control Changing ..................................................................
131
Clock .....................................................................................98
Clutch Fluid
....................................................................256
Compact Spare Tire
........................................2 8 7, 3 13
Controls
...............................................................................97
Coolant (Engine)
........................................................252
Adding to the Radiator .........................................
253
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..............................
252
Overheating ................................................................
297
Temperature Indicators ....................................
73,74
Creeping (Automatic Transmission– CV T)
...................201
Cruise Control
..............................................................2 11
Indicator ...........................................................................
76
Cup Holder
.....................................................................126
Customer Service Information
........................320
Customized Features
................................................90
D
Daytime Running Lights ......................................112
Dead Battery
...............................................................294
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
.......................................................................132
Detachable Towing Hook
..................................309
Dimming Headlights ....................................................................
11 0
Dipstick (Engine Oil)
...............................................24 8
Directional Signals (Turn Signals)
.................11 0
Door Mirrors
.................................................................11 8
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Index
Index E to F
continued
Doors ....................................................................................99
Auto Door Lock ........................................................
103
Auto Door Unlock ...................................................
103
Door and Hatch Open Indicator ..................
33,72
Keys ...................................................................................
99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from Inside ...........................................................................
102
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from Outside ........................................................................
10 0
Lockout Prevention System ................................
101
DOT Tire Quality Grading
...................................272
Driving
...............................................................................191
Automatic Transmission (CV T) .........................
201
Braking ...........................................................................
219
Cruise Control ............................................................
2 11
Shifting Gear ..............................................................
207
Starting the Engine .................................................
197
Dust and Pollen Filter
............................................280
E
ECO Assist System ..........................................................8
ECO Drive Bar
.............................................................9,86
ECO Guide
.....................................................................9,86
ECO Mode Button
................................................7, 21 0
ECO Mode Indicator
............................................7, 21 0
ECO Score
......................................................................9,85
Elapsed Time
...................................................................87 Electric Motor Assist (ASST) Indicator
........82
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
.72,302
Indicator ................................................................
72,302
Electric Stability Control (ESC)
........................214
Emergency
.....................................................................308
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)
..........317
Engine
................................................................................314
Coolant ..........................................................................
252
Jump Starting ............................................................
294
Oil .....................................................................................
247
Starting ..........................................................................
197
Engine Coolant
...........................................................252
Adding to the Radiator .........................................
253
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..............................
252
Overheating ................................................................
297
Temperature Indicator .......................................
73,74
Engine Oil
.......................................................................247
Adding ...........................................................................
249
Checking .......................................................................
24 8
Displaying Oil Life ....................................................
241
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..........................
68,299
Recommended Engine Oil ..................................
247
EPS (Electric Power Steering System)
.72,302
Exhaust Hazard (Carbon Monoxide)
............64
Exterior Mirrors
..........................................................11 8
Exterior Care (Cleaning)
......................................283
F
Features ............................................................................135
Filters Dust and Pollen .........................................................
280
Oil .....................................................................................
250
Flat Tire
.............................................................................287
Floor Mats
.......................................................................282
Fluids Automatic Transmission (CV T) .........................
254
Brake/Clutch ...............................................................
256
Engine Coolant ..........................................................
252
Manual Transmission .............................................
255
Window Washer .......................................................
257
Fog Light Indicator
.....................................................75
Folding Down the Separator
...........................128
Foot Brake
......................................................................220
Front Airbags (SRS)
....................................................44
Fuel
...............................................................................21, 2 31
Economy ......................................................................
234
Gauge ................................................................................
81
Instant Fuel Economy ..............................................
82
Low Fuel Indicator ......................................................
70
Range ................................................................................
87
Recommendation ....................................................
231
Refueling .......................................................................
232
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