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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While DrivingAvoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.■In Rain■Other Precautions
1Precautions While DrivingNOTICEDo not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
(q or
LOCK
(0 while driving, the engine will shut down
and all steering and brake power assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
NOTICEFollowing can damage the under spoiler:•Parking the vehicle by a parking block•Parallel parking along the road shoulder•Driving towards the bottom of a hill•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road•Driving on a road with potholes

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 252Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 253Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 254
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 255
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 259Opening the Hood ........................... 260
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 261
Oil Check ......................................... 262
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 263Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 264
Engine Coolant ................................ 266
Transmission Fluid ............................ 268
Brake Fluid ....................................... 269
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 270
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 271Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades.......................................... 277Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 279
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 280
Tire Labeling .................................... 280DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 282Wear Indicators................................ 284Tire Service Life ................................ 284
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 285
Tire Rotation .................................... 286
Winter Tires ..................................... 287
12 Volt Battery.................................. 288
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 289
Climate Control System Maintenance...... 290Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 291
Exterior Care.................................... 293

252Maintenance
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and MaintenanceFor your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.■Periodic inspections
•Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.2Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid P. 268
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2Checking the Brake Fluid P. 269
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 279
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 271
•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 277
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordance with the intervals
indicated by the intelligent multi-information display.
2Maintenance Service Items P. 257
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com.
2Authorized Manuals P. 335
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.U.S. models

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•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.
Maintenance Minder
Message System Message
Indicator
Sub Items Main
Item
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
●Check the expiration date for TRK bottle
*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 filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid
4
●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission FluidCheck the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1.Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2.Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
uPerform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4.Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely, as shown in the
image.
5.Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
uIt should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6.If the level is below the lower mark, add
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.■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidSpecified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidNOTICEDo not mix Honda CVTF with other transmission
fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda CVTF
may adversely affect the operation and durability of
your vehicle’s transmission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda CVTF is not covered by
Honda’s new vehicle warranty.NOTICEPour 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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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•The brake fluid is low.
•There is a malfunction in the brake system.■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
•If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
•If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
•If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the transmission.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
1If the EPS System Indicator Comes OnNOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performance. The steering wheel
becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the
system cools down, EPS system is restored. Repeated
operation under these conditions can eventually
damage the system.

Index
337Index
Index
AAccessories and Modifications................ 250
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 137
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 266
Engine Oil ............................................... 263
Washer ................................................... 270
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 261
Adjusting
Front Seats.............................................. 129
Head Restraints ....................................... 131
Headlights .............................................. 271
Mirrors.................................................... 128
Steering Wheel ....................................... 127
Temperature ............................................. 87
Air Conditioning System (Climate
Control System)...................................... 140
Changing the Mode................................ 140
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 141
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 290
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 140
Sensor .................................................... 142
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 140
Air Pressure...................................... 279, 327
Airbags....................................................... 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 43
Airbag Care .............................................. 51
Event Data Recorders ................................ 24
Front Airbags (SRS) ................................... 42Indicator .............................................. 49, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors...................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
AM/FM Radio............................................ 150
Ambient Meter............................................. 8
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 242
Indicator .................................................... 71
Audio Antenna......................................... 145
Audio Remote Controls...................... 17, 148
Audio System............................................ 144
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 149
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 146
Error Messages ........................................ 168
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 163
Reactivating............................................. 146
Recommended CDs ................................. 172
Recommended Drives .............................. 174
Remote Controls ..................................... 148
Security Code .......................................... 146
Theft Protection....................................... 146
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 145
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 174
Authorized Manuals................................. 335
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 111
Customize ........................................... 91, 98
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 222
Auto Idle Stop Indicator............................. 73
Automatic Lighting.................................. 121Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 218
Creeping ................................................. 218
Fluid ........................................................ 268
Kickdown ................................................ 218
Operating the Shift Lever................... 18, 220
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 314
Shifting ................................................... 219
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 146
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 86
Average Speed........................................... 87
BBattery...................................................... 288
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 317
Jump Starting .......................................... 312
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt
Battery) ................................................. 288
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 289
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders..................................... 136
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 166
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 175
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 63

339Index
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 282
Driving...................................................... 207
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 218
Braking ................................................... 240
Cruise Control ........................................ 225
Shifting Gear .......................................... 219
Starting the Engine ................................. 214
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 290EEco Assist System.......................................... 8
Eco Drive Bar.......................................... 9, 89
Eco Guide............................................... 9, 88
Eco Score................................................ 9, 88
ECON Button............................................ 221
ECON Mode Indicator................................ 76
Elapsed Time.............................................. 86
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 73, 319
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 235
Emergency................................................ 324
Emergency Trunk Opener....................... 114
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 331
Engine....................................................... 328
Coolant .................................................. 266
Jump Starting ......................................... 312
Oil .......................................................... 261
Starting................................................... 214
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 119Engine Coolant......................................... 266
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 267
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 266
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 76
Overheating ............................................ 315
Engine Oil................................................. 261
Adding .................................................... 263
Checking ................................................. 262
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 255
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 72, 317
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 261
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 73, 319
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 64
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 293
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 128
FFeatures..................................................... 143
Filters......................................................... 290
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 290
Oil ........................................................... 264
Flat Tire..................................................... 305
Floor Mats................................................. 292
Fluids
Brake....................................................... 269
Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid ...................................................... 268
Engine Coolant........................................ 266Windshield Washer ................................. 270
Foot Brake................................................ 241
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)........... 228
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 129
Adjusting ................................................ 129
Fuel...................................................... 19, 246
Economy ................................................. 249
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 87
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 82
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ....................................................... 86
Recommendation .................................... 246
Refueling................................................. 246
Fuel Economy........................................... 249
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 19, 248
Message.................................................. 318
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 19, 247
Fuses.......................................................... 321
Inspecting and Changing......................... 323
Locations......................................... 321, 322