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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Continued
Driving
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome.
Perform the following procedure before towing your vehicle.
1. Check the transmission fluid level.
u Make sure the fluid level is be tween the upper and lower marks.
2. Start the engine.
3. Depress the brake pedal. Move the sh ift lever through all its positions.
4. Shift to 
(D and hold for five  seconds, then to (N. Let the engine run for three 
minutes, then turn it off.
5. Release the parking brake.
6. Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY 
(q.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not lock.
7. Turn off all the electric devices. Do  not use any accessory power sockets.
u This can prevent the battery from running down.
■When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
1Towing Your Vehicle
NOTICE
Failure to follow the recommended instructions 
exactly will result in severe automatic transmission 
damage. If you cannot shift the transmission or start 
the engine, your vehicle  must be transported on a 
flat-bed truck or trailer.
Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
To avoid damage to the AWD system, your vehicle 
must be towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Consult your towing parts sales or rental agency if 
any other items are recommended or required for 
your towing situation.
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.
AWD models
1 When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
NOTICE
Severe transmission damage wi ll occur if the vehicle is 
shifted from 
( R to (N and then towed with the drive 
wheels on the ground.
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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher  rollover rate than other types of vehicles. 
To prevent rollovers  or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way th at you would raise the center of gravity.
• Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Honda 
accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine, 
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.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift  lever while pressing the 
accelerator pedal. You could damage the 
transmission.
NOTICE
If 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 performa nce. The steering wheel 
becomes harder and harder  to operate. Once the 
system cools down, the EPS system is restored. 
Repeated operation under  these conditions can 
eventually damage the system.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY 
( q or 
LOCK 
( 0 while driving, the e ngine will shut down 
and all steering and brake pow er 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 acce leration) performance.
During the first 600 miles  (1,000 km) of operation, 
avoid sudden acceleration or  full throttle operation so 
as to not 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.
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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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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indi cator Comes On (Red)
■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 acti on. If necessary, downshift the 
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator 
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the 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 th e 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.
1 If the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with  low brake fluid. If there 
is no resistance from  the brake pedal, stop 
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift 
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and  ABS indicator come 
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution 
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle 
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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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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