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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 324Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 325Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 326
Maintenance Minder™.................... 327
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 335Opening the Hood ........................... 336
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 337
Oil Check ......................................... 338
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 339Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 340
Engine Coolant ................................ 342
Transmission Fluid ............................ 344
Brake Fluid ....................................... 345
Power Steering Fluid Check.............. 346
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 346
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 347Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
.... 358
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 362Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 363Tire Labeling .................................... 363DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 365Wear Indicators................................ 367Tire Service Life ................................ 367
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 368
Tire Rotation .................................... 369
Winter Tires ..................................... 370
Battery............................................... 371
Remote Transmitter Care................. 372
Remote Control and Wireless
Headphone Care
*........................... 374
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance....... 376
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 377
Exterior Care.................................... 379
* Not available on all models

324Maintenance
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 automatic transmission fluid level monthly.2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 344
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2Brake Fluid P. 345
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 362
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 347
•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 358
■
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. 329, 333
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. 421
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
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 382
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 383
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 392
Jump Starting.................................... 393
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 395
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 396Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 398If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 398
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 399If the Brake System Indicator Comes On ....... 400If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 401
If the TPMS Indicator Comes On ...... 401If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 402
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 403
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 408
Emergency Towing........................... 409
When You Cannot Open or Close the
Tailgate............................................ 410

Index
425Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 310
AC Power Outlet...................................... 176
Accessories and Modifications................ 322
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 175
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 342
Engine Oil ............................................... 337
Washer ................................................... 346
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 337
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 167
Front Seats.............................................. 153
Head Restraints ....................................... 156
Mirrors.................................................... 151
Rear Seats ............................................... 161
Steering Wheel ....................................... 150
Temperature ........................................... 100
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System)....................... 186
Changing the Mode................................ 186
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows........................................ 187
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 376
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 186
Sensors ................................................... 191
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 186
Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)............... 182
Cooling................................................... 184Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 184
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 376
Heating ................................................... 183
Air Pressure....................................... 363, 413
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 22
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 76, 80
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors...................................................... 39
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Radio............................................ 200
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 310
Indicator .................................................... 75
Armrest..................................................... 167
Audio Remote Controls............................ 198
Audio System............................................ 194
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 199
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 195
Error Messages ........................................ 230
General Information ................................ 232
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 221
Reactivating............................................. 196
Recommended CDs ................................. 233Recommended Devices............................ 235
Remote Controls ..................................... 198
Security Code .......................................... 196
Theft Protection ...................................... 196
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 195
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 235
Audio/Information Display........................ 91
Authorized Manuals................................ 421
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 115
Customize ............................................... 116
Automatic Lighting.................................. 142
Automatic Transmission........................... 294
Creeping ................................................. 294
Fluid ........................................................ 344
Kickdown ................................................ 294
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 296
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 395
Shifting ................................................... 295
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 195
Average Fuel Economy.................. 88, 92, 99
Average Speed................................... 92, 100
BBattery...................................................... 371
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 398
Jump Starting .......................................... 393
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 371
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 372, 374
Belts (Seat).................................................. 30
Beverage Holders..................................... 173

427Index
Keys........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 111
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 112
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 365
Driving...................................................... 279
Automatic Transmission .......................... 294
Braking ................................................... 308
Cruise Control ........................................ 297
Shifting Gear .......................................... 295
Starting the Engine ................................. 291
Driving Position Memory System............ 148
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 376EElapsed Time........................................ 92, 99
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 300
Emergency................................................ 409
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 417
Engine....................................................... 414
Coolant .................................................. 342
Jump Starting ......................................... 393
Oil .......................................................... 337
Starting................................................... 291
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 140
Engine Coolant........................................ 342
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 343
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 342Overheating ............................................ 396
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Engine Oil................................................. 337
Adding .................................................... 339
Checking ................................................. 338
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 327, 331
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 72, 398
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 337
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide).................................. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 379
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 152
FFeatures..................................................... 193
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 376
Oil ........................................................... 340
Flat Tire..................................................... 383
Flip-up Trash Bag Ring............................. 171
Floor Mats................................................. 378
Fluids
Automatic Transmission........................... 344
Brake....................................................... 345
Engine Coolant........................................ 342
Power Steering ........................................ 346
Windshield Washer.................................. 346
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 80
Folding Down the Rear Seats.......... 161, 165
Foot Brake................................................. 309Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Fuel...................................................... 17, 318
Economy ................................................. 321
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy .................... 88, 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ........................................... 88, 92, 99
Recommendation .................................... 318
Refueling................................................. 318
Fuel Economy........................................... 321
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 17, 320
Message.................................................. 399
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 17, 319
Fuses.......................................................... 403
Inspecting and Changing......................... 408
Locations................. 403, 404, 405, 406, 407
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 321
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 318
Instant Fuel Economy .................... 88, 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling................................................. 318
Gauges........................................................ 86
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 295

430Index
OOdometer.............................................. 87, 99
Oil (Engine)............................................... 337
Adding .................................................... 339
Checking ................................................. 338
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 327, 331
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 398
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 337
Viscosity .................................................. 337
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 336
Moonroof ................................................ 139
Power Windows ...................................... 136
Sliding Door............................................. 125
Tailgate ................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display............ 89, 100
Overheating.............................................. 396PPanic Mode............................................... 135
Parking...................................................... 312
Parking Brake............................................ 308
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 72, 400
Parking Sensor System.............................. 313
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51
Passing Indicators..................................... 141
Power Sliding Door................................... 127
Power Tailgate.......................................... 121
Power Windows........................................ 136Precautions While Driving....................... 293
Rain ........................................................ 293
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 383
RRadiator.................................................... 343
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 200
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 203
Range.............................................. 88, 92, 99
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 203
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 417
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 147
Rear Entertainment System..................... 236
Rear Seats (Folding Down).............. 161, 165
Rearview Camera..................................... 317
Rearview Mirror....................................... 151
Refueling.................................................. 318
Fuel Gauge................................................ 86
Gasoline .......................................... 318, 412
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Regulations............................... 303, 365, 415
Remote Transmitter................................. 111
Removable Center Console...................... 170
Removing a Second Row Outer Seat...... 162
Removing the Second Row
Center Seat............................................. 164
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 372, 374Bulbs ...................................................... 347
Fuses ...................... 403, 404, 405, 406, 407
Tires........................................................ 368
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 358
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 416
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 88, 99
SSafe Driving................................................ 25
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels.............................................. 69
Safety Message.......................................... 23
Seat Belts.................................................... 30
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ........... 34, 35
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 62
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 75
Seat Heaters............................................. 180
Seats.......................................................... 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Front Seats.............................................. 153
Rear Seats ............................................... 161
Seat Heaters ........................................... 180

432Index
Noise When Braking .................................. 21
Overheating............................................. 396
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 383
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 395
Sliding Door Won’t Open................... 20, 114
Warning Indicators .................................... 72
Tucking away the One-Motion Third row
magic Seat............................................... 165
Turn Signals............................................... 141
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 79UUnlocking the Doors................................. 111
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside........................................ 113
USB Adapter Cable........................... 194, 195
USB Flash Drives........................................ 235VValet Key................................................... 110
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................. 414
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 300
Off Button ............................................... 301
Off Indicator .............................................. 76
System Indicator ........................................ 76
Ventilation........................................ 182, 186
Viscosity (Oil)..................................... 337, 413
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 300
WWallpaper................................................... 94
Warning and Information Messages......... 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 398
Warning Labels........................................... 69
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 419
Watts......................................................... 412
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 367
Wheel Cover............................................. 387
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 386
Window Washers..................................... 144
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 346
Switch ..................................................... 144
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 136
Windshield................................................ 144
Cleaning ................................................. 380
Defrosting ....................................... 184, 187
Washer Fluid ........................................... 346
Wiper Blades ........................................... 358
Wipers and Washers................................ 144
Winter Tires.............................................. 370
Snow Tires .............................................. 370
Tire Chains .............................................. 370
Wipers and Washers................................. 144
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 358
WMA................................................. 207, 221
Worn Tires................................................ 362