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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 268
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 269Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 270
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 271
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 277Opening the Hood ........................... 278
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 279
Oil Check ......................................... 280
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 281
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 282
Engine Coolant ................................ 284
Transmission Fluid ............................ 286
Brake Fluid ....................................... 287
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 288
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 289
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 296Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 300
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 301Tire Labeling .................................... 301DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 303Wear Indicators................................ 305
Tire Service Life ................................ 305 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 306
Tire Rotation .................................... 307
Winter Tires ..................................... 308
Battery ............................................... 309
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 310
Remote Control and Wireless  Headphone Care
*........................... 311
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate 
Control System* Maintenance ....... 313
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 314
Exterior Care.................................... 316
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the intelligent Multi-
Information Display (i-MID) and Information Display
Oil Life Display on the 
Information DisplayOil Life DisplayExplanationInformationMaintenance Minder  Indicator
15%The engine oil life indicator 
starts to appear along with 
other due soon 
maintenance item codes 
when the remaining oil life 
becomes 15 percent.The engine oil is 
approaching the end of 
its service life.
Starts to come on when 
the remaining engine oil 
life becomes 15 percent.
It goes off when the 
display is switched.
5%The SERVICE  message also 
starts to appear along with 
the engine oil life indicator 
and the maintenance item 
codes.The engine oil has almost 
reached the end of its 
service life, and the 
maintenance items 
should be inspected and 
serviced as soon as 
possible.
—
The remaining engine oil 
life has passed its service 
life, and a negative distance 
appears after driving over 
10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 
km (Canadian models). The 
negative distance on the 
display blinks.The engine oil life has 
passed. The 
maintenance items must 
be inspected and 
serviced immediately.
Stays on as a reminder 
even when the display is 
switched.
15
Engine oil
Air filters
2345
5
Engine oil
Air filters
2345
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance 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.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*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).
*4: If you tow your vehicle behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or  30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
CODEMaintenance 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
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil f ilter regularly in order to maintain the 
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordan ce with the maintenance message on the 
information display/intelligent multi-information display (i-MID). 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal 
operating temperature, and then turn the 
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil 
fill cap.
3. Remove the bolts on  the undercarriage 
and remove the under cover.
4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from 
the bottom of the engine, and drain the 
oil into a suitable container.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not 
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are 
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of 
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take 
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away 
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Under CoverBolt
Drain Bolt
Washer
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the 
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to 
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the 
contact surface of the engine block, and 
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to 
the oil filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then 
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque: 
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the 
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including 
filter):
4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and 
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and 
then check that there is no leak from the 
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes, 
and then check the oil level on the 
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil 
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the 
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill  cap. Start the engine. The 
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five 
seconds. If it does not, turn  off the engine, and check 
your work.
Oil Filter
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
■Rear Differential Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.3 US qt (2.2 ℓ)
*1
2.7 US qt (2.6 ℓ)*2
SpecifiedHonda Dual Pump Fluid II
Capacity Change 1.32 US qt (1.247 ℓ)
Total 1.57 US qt (1.488 ℓ)
■
Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.0 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Change 
including 
filter
4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.64 US gal (6.2 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.16 US gal (0.62 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicle with 16 inch wheel
*2: Vehicle with 17 inch wheel
RegularSize215/70R16 100S*1
225/65R17 102T*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])*1
30 (210 [2.1])*2
Compact 
Spare Size
T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular16 x 6.5J*1
17 x 6.5J*2
Compact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
Index
Numbers
4WD..........................................................  251
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................  258
Accessories and Modifications ................  266
Accessory Power Sockets .........................  135
Additives Coolant ..................................................  284
Engine Oil ...............................................  279
Washer ...................................................  288
Additives, Engine Oil ...............................  279
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 ..............................  313
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode...................  145
Sensors ...................................................  148
Synchronized Mode ................................  147
Using Automatic Climate Control............  145 Air Conditioning System (Heating and 
Cooling System) ......................................  142
Cooling ...................................................  144
Defrosting the Windshield and  Windows ...............................................  144
Dust and Pollen Filter ...............................  313
Heating ...................................................  143
Air Pressure .......................................  301, 345
Airbags ........................................................  37
Advanced Airbags .....................................  43
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
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ............................  251
AM/FM Radio ............................................  156
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................  258
Indicator ....................................................  71
Armrest .....................................................  131
Audio Antenna .........................................  152
Audio System ............................................  150
Adjusting the Sound ................................  155
Auxiliary Input Jack ..................................  151
Error Messages ........................................  186
General Information ................................  190 iPod
®.......................................................  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 ................................  353
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................  103
Customize .................................................  89
Automatic Lighting ..................................  113
Automatic Transmission ...........................  242
Creeping .................................................  242
Fluid ........................................................  286
Kickdown ................................................  242
Operating the Shift Lever...................  15, 244
Shift Lever Does Not Move ......................  330
Shifting ...................................................  243
Auxiliary Input Jack ..................................  151
Average Fuel Economy ........................  79, 82
Average Speed ...........................................  82
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................  251
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Index
Rearview Mirror ......................................  120
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................  280
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............  112
Display Button ............................................  81
Door Mirrors .............................................  121
Doors ..........................................................  97
Auto Door Locking..................................  103
Auto Door Unlocking ..............................  103
Door Open Indicator ...........................  28, 72
Keys..........................................................  97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Inside ....................................................  101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the  Outside ...................................................  99
Lockout Prevention System .....................  100
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................  303
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................  122
Driving ......................................................  225
Automatic Transmission ..........................  242
Braking ...................................................  256
Cruise Control ........................................  246
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..............  237
Shifting Gear ..........................................  243
Starting the Engine .................................  239
Dust and Pollen Filter ..............................  313
DVD Player ...............................................  174
E
Eco Assist System ..........................................  7
ECON Button ............................................  245 Elapsed Time
...............................................  82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................  73, 335
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .............  249
Emergency ................................................  340
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) .......  349
Engine .......................................................  346
Coolant ...................................................  284
Jump Starting ..........................................  328
Oil ...........................................................  279
Starting ...................................................  239
Switch Buzzer ..........................................  111
Engine Coolant .........................................  284
Adding to the Radiator ............................  285
Adding to the Reserve Tank .....................  284
Overheating ............................................  331
Temperature Gauge ..................................  77
Engine Oil .................................................  279
Adding ....................................................  281
Checking .................................................  280
Displaying Oil Life ....................................  271
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..................  68, 333
Recommended Engine Oil ........................  279
EPS (Electric Power Steering)  System ...............................................  73, 335
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ..  65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ...........................  316
Exterior Mirrors ........................................  121
F
Features....................................................  149
Filters Dust and Pollen .......................................  313
Oil ...........................................................  282
Flat Tire .....................................................  321
Floor Mats .................................................  315
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ..........................  286
Brake ......................................................  287
Engine Coolant .......................................  284
Windshield Washer .................................  288
Fog Light Indicator .....................................  74
Folding Down the Rear Seats ..................  129
Foot Brake ................................................  257
Front Airbags (SRS) .....................................  40
Front Seats ................................................  122
Adjusting ................................................  122
Fuel ......................................................  16, 262
Economy .................................................  265
Gauge .......................................................  77
Low Fuel Indicator .....................................  70
Range .................................................  79, 82
Recommendation ....................................  262
Refueling.................................................  262
Fuel Economy ...........................................  265
Fuel Fill Cap ..............................................  264
Message..................................................  334
Fuel Fill Door ............................................  263
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