2012 HONDA PILOT power steering fluid

This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
Maintenance Minder messages on
the inf ormation display or multi-
inf ormation display (depending on
the model), and instructions for
simple maintenance tasks you may
want to take care of yourself.
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.U.S. Vehicles:
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Maintenance Saf ety . 558
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Maintenance Minder . 559
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Fluid Locations . 574
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Engine Compartment Covers . 575
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Adding Engine Oil . 576
Changing the Engine Oil and
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Filter . 577
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Engine Coolant . 579
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Windshield Washers . 581
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Automatic Transmission Fluid . 582
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Brake Fluid . 584
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Power Steering Fluid . 585
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Timing Belt . 585
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Lights . 586
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 593
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 593
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Floor Mats . 594
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Wiper Blades . 595
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Tires . 599
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Checking the Battery . 607
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Vehicle Storage . 608
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Interior Care . 609
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Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied

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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
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
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B 1 2 3 4 5 6
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
If the message, ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
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.
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NOTE : 1:
2 : 4WD models only
569 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

Fluid Locations
574
ENGINE OIL FILL CAPBRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop) RADIATOR CAP AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
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Check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The f luid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not add power steering f luid to the
UPPER LEVEL mark. Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering f luid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
The timing belt should be replaced
at the intervals shown in the
Maintenance Minder schedule.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
If you are not sure how to add
f luid, contact your dealer.
Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment. Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (100,000 km) if you regularly
drive your vehicle in any of the
f ollowing conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).
Frequently towing a trailer.
Timing Belt
Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
Maint enance
585
UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVELTM
T urning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System
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Indicator . 68, 626
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Jump Starting . 621
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Maintenance . 607
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Specif ications . 643
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Bef ore Driving . 493 ....................................
Belts,Seat .9,22
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Beverage Holders . 181
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HandsFreeLink. 441, 462
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Booster Seats . 57
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 531
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Break-in, New Linings . 494
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Bulb Replacement . 589, 591
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Fluid . 584
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Parking . 171
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System Indicator . 69, 627
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Wear Indicators . 531
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Braking System . 530
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 494
Brightness Control,
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Instruments . 130
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Accessories and Modif ications . 504
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 136
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Accessory Power Sockets . 186
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AC Power Outlet . 187
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Active Head Restraints . 159
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Additives, Engine Oil . 577
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Advanced Airbags . 30
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Airbag (SRS) . 11, 26
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Airbag System Components . 26
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Air Conditioning System . 192, 199
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Rear A/C Control . 197, 205
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 207
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Air Pressure, Tires . 600
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Antif reeze . 579
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator Light . 70, 532
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Operation . 531
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 394
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock . 136
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Audio System . 209
Auto Control Mode, Starting
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Engine . 513 ............................
Auto Door Lock . 114
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 138
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Auto Door Unlock . 115
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Automatic Climate Control . 199
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Automatic Lighting . 126
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 24
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Automatic Speed Control . 430
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Automatic Transmission . 515
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Capacity, Fluid . 642
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Checking Fluid Level . 582
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Shif ting . 515
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 515
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Shif t Lever Positions . 516
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Shif t Lock Release . 518
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 391
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Index
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B
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Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................
Belts by . 20
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 502
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Gasoline . 495
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Gauge . 80
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Low Fuel Indicator . 78
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Octane Requirement . 495
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Tank, Ref ueling . 497
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Gas Station Procedures . 497 Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 80
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Fuel . 80
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Speedometer . 80
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Tachometer . 80
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
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Rating) . 537
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
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Rating) . 538
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 515
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Glass Hatch . 148
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Glove Box . 183
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
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Rating) . 537
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Fan, Interior . 193, 203
Features, Comfort and
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Convenience . 191
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 497
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 593
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Oil . 577
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 129
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 613
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Floor Mats . 594
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 582
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Brake . 584
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Power Steering . 585
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Windshield Washer . 581
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 389
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Fog Lights . 127
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Folding the Second Seat . 160
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Folding the Third Seat . 161
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Four-way Flashers . 129 ............................
Front Airbags . 11, 28
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Front Seat . 154
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Adjusting . 154
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Airbags . 11, 28
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Heaters . 165
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Fuel . 495
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Fill Door and Cap . 497
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Gauge . 80
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Octane Requirement . 495
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Oxygenated . 495
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Reserve Indicator . 78
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Tank, Filling the . 497
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Tighten Fuel Cap . 498
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Fuel Economy . 501
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Fuses, Checking the . 630
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 586
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HandsFreeLink
. 441, 462
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HFL Buttons . 442, 463
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 129
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Towing
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A Trailer . 536
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Emergency Wrecker . 636
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Equipment and Accessories . 544
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Weight Limit . 536
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Trailer Loading . 536
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Trailer Towing Tips . 549
Transmission
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Checking Fluid Level . 582
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Fluid Selection . 583
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Identif ication Number . 640
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Shif ting the Automatic . 515
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Treadwear . 601
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Trip Computer . 90
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Trip Meter . 81, 87, 292
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Turn Signals . 71 ................................
Vanity Mirror . 185
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 507
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Vehicle Dimensions . 642
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 640
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
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System . 533
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VSA OFF Indicator . 71, 533
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VSA Of f Switch . 534
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VSA System Indicator . 71, 93, 533
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Vehicle Storage . 608
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Ventilation . 195
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VIN . 640
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Viscosity, Oil . 576
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Voice Control System . 200
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VTM-4 Lock . 520
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the . 611
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 644
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Unleaded Gasoline . 495
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USB Flash Memory Device . 274, 372
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 578 ............
WARNING, Explanation of . iv
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Warning Labels, Location of . 61
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Warranty Coverages . 659
Washer, Windshield
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Checking the Fluid Level . 581
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Level Indicator . 78 ...................................
Operation . 123
Wheels .............
Adjusting the Steering . 132
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Alignment and Balance . 602
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Aluminum Alloy Wheels . 606
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Cleaning . 606
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Compact Spare . 612
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Wrench, Nut . 614
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse . 168
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Operating the Power . 167
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Rear, Def ogger . 129
Windshield .....................................
Cleaning . 123
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Def roster . 196, 204
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Washers . 123
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades . 595
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Operation . 123
Rear Windshield Wiper and
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Washer . 124
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Worn Tires . 601
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 636
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4WD models only4WD models only
Service Inf ormat ion Summary
Gasoline: Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Rear Differential Fluid:
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Fuel Tank Capacity: Transfer Assembly Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Premium fuel is recommended
when towing in certain conditions
(see page ).
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic
transmission fluid) (see page ).
API Premium grade 0W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
Rear: 31 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
Front:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Compact Spare Tire: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm
)
Front/Rear:
Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid.
SAE 90 or SAE 80W-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 ).
U.S. LX models:
Except U.S. LX models:
549
576
583 584
585
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