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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For 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 automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 284•Check the brake fluid level monthly.2Checking the Brake Fluid P. 285•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 298•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 287•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 294
■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 information display/multi-
information display.
2Maintenance Service Items P. 272
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. 351
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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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle's specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 342
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...... 344Engine Number and Transmission
Number...................................... 344
Devices that Emit Radio Waves....... 345
Reporting Safety Defects................. 346Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 347
Warranty Coverages........................ 349
Authorized Manuals......................... 351
Customer Service Information......... 352
Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
4WD.......................................................... 251
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 256
Accessories and Modifications................ 264
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 135
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 282
Engine Oil ............................................... 277
Washer ................................................... 286
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 277
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 131
Front Seats.............................................. 122
Head Restraints ....................................... 125
Mirrors.................................................... 120
Rear Seat Back ........................................ 130
Rear Seats ............................................... 129
Steering Wheel ....................................... 119
Air Conditioning System (Climate
Control System)...................................... 145
Changing the Mode................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 146
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 311
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 142
Cooling ................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 144
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 311
Heating ................................................... 143
Air Pressure....................................... 299, 343
Airbags........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision......................................... 41
Airbag Care ............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 21
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator ........................................ 48, 71, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 49
Sensors...................................................... 37
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 46
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 50
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 47
AM/FM Radio............................................ 156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 256
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest..................................................... 131
Audio Antenna......................................... 152
Audio System............................................ 150
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 155
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 151
Error Messages ........................................ 186
General Information ................................ 190iPod®....................................................... 164
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 169
Pandora®................................................. 167
Reactivating ............................................ 152
Recommended CDs ................................. 191
Recommended Devices............................ 193
Security Code .......................................... 152
Theft Protection ...................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 151
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 193
Authorized Manuals................................ 351
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 103
Customize ................................................. 89
Automatic Lighting.................................. 113
Automatic Transmission........................... 242
Creeping ................................................. 242
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Kickdown ................................................ 242
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 244
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 328
Shifting ................................................... 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 151
Average Fuel Economy........................ 79, 82
Average Speed........................................... 82
AWD.......................................................... 251
BBattery...................................................... 307
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 331
Jump Starting .......................................... 326