2012 HONDA CROSSTOUR fuel pump

Help assure your vehicle’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km).
Do not tow a trailer.
You should also f ollow these
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced. Your vehicle is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 87 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy, metallic rapping
noise that can lead to engine damage.
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period
Fuel Recommendation
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T o help prevent harmf ul f uel system
and engine deposits, use high quality
f uel containing detergent and additives.
In addition, in order to maintain good
perf ormance, f uel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain harmf ul manganese-
based f uel additives such as MMT , if
such gasoline is available.

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Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
Make sure the driver’s door is
unlocked. The f uel f ill door always
locks or unlocks in conjunction
with the driver’s door.The vehicle doors and the f uel f ill
door will automatically relock if
the remote transmitter unlock
f unction is used. In this instance,
the security relock f unction can be
deactivated by brief ly opening
then closing the driver’s door.
Outside of the vehicle, push on the
right side edge of the f uel f ill door
in the middle. The f uel f ill door
will pop up slightly. Pull it outward
to open it.
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2. 3.
Service Station Procedures
Ref ueling
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Pull out
Push
FUEL FILL DOOR
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.

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Screw the f uel f ill cap back on
until it clicks at least once. If you
do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL
CAP’’ message on the inf ormation
display. If the system still detects
an evaporative system leak af ter
retightening the cap, the
malf unction indicator lamp may
come on (see page ).
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches. If the door won’t close
f ully, do not f orce it. Unlock the
drivers door f irst.
Remove the f uel f ill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank equalizes.
The fuel fill cap is attached to the
f uel f iller with a tether. Place the
cap in the holder on the f uel f ill
door. Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. This
leaves some room in the f uel tank
for the fuel to expand with
temperature changes.
If thefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff
even though the tank is not f ull,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
f uel vapor f rom going into the
atmosphere. Try f illing at another
pump. If this does not f ix the
problem, consult your dealer.
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7.
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4. 5.
Service Station Procedures
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TETHER
HOLDER FUEL FILL CAP
The f uel door and its latching
mechanism can be permanently
damaged if the f uel door is f orced
closed when the driver’s door is locked.

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Maintenance Minder
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Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid (4WD only)
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace rear differential fluid (4WD only)
:
A
B
Symbol
1
2
3
4
Symbol
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1
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center
column on page .
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
NOTE: 1:
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TM
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 from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
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
(U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada).
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No. No.
Amps. Circuits Protected Amps.
CONT INUED
Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A Not Used
Seat Memory
Washer
Wiper
Meter
ABS/VSA
ACG
STS 20 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
10 A
7.5 A Fuel Pump
VB SOL2
SRS
OPDS (Occupant Position
Detection System)
Not Used
ACM
Daytime Running Lights 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
A 7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A A/C
Accessory, Key, Lock
Accessory
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
Moonroof
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Rear Left Power Window
Front Accessory Power Socket
Driver’s Power Window
Driver’s Side Door Lock
Lef t Front Fog Light
Lef t Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
Left Headlight High Beam
TPMS
Left Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
Not Used
If equipped
:
Fuse Locations
395
INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Driver’s Side)

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4WD models only4WD models only 2WD models only
4WD models only
Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Rear Differential Fluid:
Transfer Assembly Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
Oil change capacity (including
filter): Honda Dual Pump Fluid II. Do
not use ATF.
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
API Premium grade 0W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil,
API service classified GL4 or GL5
only.
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).1.3 US qt (1.2
)
18.5 US gal (70.0
)
Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic
transmission fluid) (see page ). 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Front/Rear:
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Front/Rear:
Capacity:
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