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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when  
the ignition switch is in ON 
(w.
When you turn the light switch to 
#Y , the 
headlights and other exterior lights will switch  
on and off automatically depending on the  
ambient brightness.
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver's door. 
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK 
(0  with the headlight switch on, but do not 
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the 
#Y  position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock  
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the  
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
■Automatic Lighting Control *1Automatic Lighting Control 
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually  
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas  
such as long tunnels or parking facilities. 
The light sensor is in the location shown below. 
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;  
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not  
work properly. 
You can change the AUTO light sensitivity and  
automatic lighting off timer setting using the multi- 
information display.
2 Customized Features  P. 86
Light Sensor
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature
* Not available on all models    

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be  
used when the ignition switch is in ON 
(w.
■ MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release  
the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to  
the amount of rain. ■ Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper  
delay. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you. 
When you release the lever, the wipers make  
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. 
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber  
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the  
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage  
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the  
windshield, then turn the wipers on. 
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are  
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe  
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the  
wipers make a single sweep. 
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s  
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become  the same. 
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out. 
The pump may get damaged.
Intermittent Time  
Adjustment Ring
 MIST
 INT: Low speed with
              intermittent
 OFF
 LO: Low speed wipe
 HI: High speed wipe
Pull to  use 
washer.
Long delay 
Short delay  

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Features
Audio System Basic Operation*
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q
 or 
ON 
(w .
Use the selector knob or SETUP button to  
access some audio functions. 
Press   to switch between the normal and  
extended display for some functions. 
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll 
through the available choices. Press   to set  
your selection. 
SETUP button:  Press to select any mode such 
as the Auto Select, RDS Information, Sound  Settings *
, Play Mode, Resume/Pause *
.
 button *
: Press to select the Sound 
Setting mode.  button:  Press to go back to the 
previous display.
Models with multi-information display1Audio System Basic Operation 
These indications are used to show how to operate  
the selector knob. 
Rotate  to select. 
Press  to ENTER. 
Press the SOURCE,  ,  ,   or   button on the  
steering wheel to change any audio setting. 2 Audio Remote Controls  P. 156
SETUP Menu Items 2 Auto Select  P. 159
2 RDS Information  P. 160
2 Sound Settings  P. 157
2 Play Mode  P. 163
2 Resume/Pause  P. 171
+–
 
Button
Selector  Knob SETUP 
Button
Sound Settings
Menu Display
* Not available on all models    

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Features
Bluetooth ®
 HandsFreeLink ®*
For models with the navigation system, see Navigation System Manual for how to  operate the 
Bluetooth®
 HandsFreeLink ®
.
Bluetooth ®
 HandsFreeLink ®
 (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using 
your vehicle's audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
 (Pick-up) button:  Press to go directly to the  Phone screen or to answer an 
incoming call.
 (Hang-up/back) button:  Press to end a call or to cancel a command.
 (TALK) button:  Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
PHONE button:  Press to go directly to the  Phone screen.
Selector knob:  Rotate   to select an item on the screen, then press  .
■HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth®
 HandsFreeLink ®
To use HFL, you need a  Bluetooth-compatible cell 
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing  
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
• U.S.: Visit  www.handsfreelink.honda.com , or call 
(888) 528-7876.
• Canada: Visit  www.handsfreelink.ca , or call (888) 
528 -7876.
Voice control tips • Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the  
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere  
with the microphone.
• Press and release the   button when you want to  
call a number using a stored voice tag. Speak  
clearly and naturally after a beep.
• If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,  
the command may be misinterpreted.
• To change the volume level, use the audio system's  
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the  
steering wheel.Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
TALK Button
Volume up
Microphone
Hang-up/Back Button
Pick-up  
Button
Volume  
down
Selector  Knob
PHONE 
Button
* Not available on all models          

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point  
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the  
image) clockwise until the top of the jack  
contacts the jacking point.
uMake sure that the jacking point tab is  
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar  
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the 
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack 
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the  
vehicle. 
Use the jack provided in your vehicle. 
Other jacks may not support the weight ("load") or  
their shape may not match. 
The following instructions must be followed to use  
the jack safely. •Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is firm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the  jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,  
seriously injuring anyone underneath. 
Follow the directions for changing a tire  
exactly, and never get under the vehicle 
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack  
Handle 
Bar Wheel Nut
 Wrench as Jack Handle            

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uuSpecificationsu
Continued
Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.5 US qt (2.4 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 1.5 US qt (1.4 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ) 
Change  
including  
filter
3.9 US qt (3.7 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.48 US gal (5.59 ℓ)  
(change including the remaining  
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
*1: DX and LX models 
*2: HF model 
*3: EX and EX-L models
Regular
SizeP195/65R15 89H *1
P195/65R15 89S *2
P205/55R16 89H *3
Pressure  
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
])30 (210 [2.1]) *1
32 (220 [2.2]) *2, *3
Compact  
Spare Size T135/80D15 99M 
Pressure  
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 6J
*1, *2
16 x 6 1/2J *3
Compact Spare15 x 4T 

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ) 
Change  
including  
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.45 US gal (5.5 ℓ)  
(change including the remaining  
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
*1: Optional for U.S. models (summer tires)
Regular
SizeP215/45R17 87V 
215/45ZR17 91W *1
Pressure  
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact  
Spare Size T135/80D16 101M 
Pressure  
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7J
Compact Spare16 x 4T