2014 HONDA CROSSTOUR recommended oil

459Driving
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel EconomyFuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
information display.
•Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
•Maintain the specified tire pressure.
•Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
•Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per
Gallon
100 LiterKilometers L per 100 km

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 462Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 463Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 464
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 465
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 469Opening the Hood ........................... 471
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 472
Oil Check ......................................... 473
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 475Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ....476
Engine Coolant ................................ 478
Transmission Fluid ............................ 480
Brake Fluid ....................................... 481
Power Steering Fluid Check
*............ 482
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 483
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 484
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
... 493
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 497Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 498Tire Labeling .................................... 498DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 500Wear Indicators................................ 502Tire Service Life ................................ 502
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 503
Tire Rotation .................................... 504
Winter Tires ..................................... 505
Battery............................................... 506
Remote Transmitter Care................. 507
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 507
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance....... 509
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 510
Exterior Care.................................... 512
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.•Genuine Honda Motor Oil
•Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
4.Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5.Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
uIf it is stuck, you must detach it.
6.Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
uApply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil gasket.
7.Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
uTightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8.Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
uEngine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9.Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10.Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11.Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
uIf 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.
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Oil Filter
Oil Filter
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models

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uuSpecificationsu
Continued
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Power Steering FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Honda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Power Steering Fluid
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.0 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.66 US gal (6.3 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.18 US gal
(0.68 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■TireRegular
Size
225/65R17 102T
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
Front
32 (220 [2.2])
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
SpareSize T155/90D16 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
17 x 6 1/2J
Compact Spare
16 x 4T

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Rear Differential Fluid
■Transfer Assembly FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Honda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.28 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Dual Pump Fluid II
Capacity Change 1.3 US qt (1.2 ℓ)
Specified
·SAE 90 Viscosity Hypoid Gear Oil
·API Service Classified GL4 or GL5 only
Capacity Change 0.43 US qt (0.41 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.92 US gal (7.3 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.17 US gal
(0.64 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire*1: 2WD models
*2: 4WD modelsRegular
Size
225/60R18 100H
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
33 (230 [2.3])
FrontRear
33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
SpareSizeT155/90D16 110M
*1
T155/90D17 101M
*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
18 x 7J
Compact Spare
16 x 4T
*1
17 x 4T
*2

Index
562Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 451
Accessories and Modifications................. 460
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 147
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 478
Engine Oil ................................................ 472
Washer .................................................... 483
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 472
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 141
Front Seats .............................................. 133
Head Restraints........................................ 136
Mirrors .................................................... 130
Rear Seats................................................ 139
Steering Wheel ........................................ 129
Aha
TM................................................. 209, 262
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 157
Changing the Mode ........................ 157, 158
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 159
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 509
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ........... 157, 158
Sensors .................................................... 162
Synchronized Mode ................................. 161
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 157
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 154
Cooling ................................................... 156Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 509
Heating ................................................... 155
Air Pressure............................... 498, 547, 549
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
Airbag Care............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 24
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator........................................ 50, 73, 79
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............................ 171, 193, 232
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 451
Indicator.................................................... 73
Armrest..................................................... 141
Audio Remote Controls........................... 168
Audio System............................................ 164
Adjusting the Sound................ 170, 191, 222
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 165
Error Messages ........................................ 268
General Information ................................ 276
HDD ........................................................ 242
Internet Radio ................................. 207, 260
iPod ................................................ 203, 252
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 179, 210, 263Reactivating ............................................ 166
Recommended CDs ................................ 277
Recommended Devices ........................... 279
Remote Controls ..................................... 168
Security Code ......................................... 166
Theft Protection ...................................... 166
Touch Screen .................................. 183, 216
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 165
USB Flash Drives...................................... 280
Authorized Manuals................................ 557
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................ 101
Customize ...................................... 298, 309
Automatic Lighting.................................. 120
Automatic Transmission.......................... 425
Creeping................................................. 425
Fluid ....................................................... 480
Kickdown ............................................... 425
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 18, 427, 429
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 531
Shifting ........................................... 426, 428
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 165
BBattery...................................................... 506
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 534
Jump Starting ......................................... 528
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 506
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 507
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders..................................... 146

564Index
Doors........................................................... 91
Auto Door Locking .................................. 101
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 101
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator .............. 74
Door Open Indicator .................................. 31
Keys .......................................................... 91
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .................................................... 94
Lockout Prevention System ........................ 98
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 500
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support.................. 133
Driving....................................................... 409
Automatic Transmission ........................... 425
Braking .................................................... 449
Cruise Control ......................................... 432
Shifting Gear ................................... 426, 428
Starting the Engine .......................... 420, 422
Driving Position Memory System............. 127
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 509EElectric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 74, 536
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 442
Emergency................................................. 542
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 553
Engine....................................................... 550
Coolant ................................................... 478Jump Starting .......................................... 528
Oil ........................................................... 472
Starting ........................................... 420, 422
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 114
Engine Coolant......................................... 478
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 479
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 478
Overheating ............................................ 532
Temperature Gauge .................................. 83
Engine Oil................................................. 472
Adding .................................................... 475
Checking................................................. 473
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 534
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 472
ENGINE START/STOP Button.................... 115
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 74, 536
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 512
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 131
FFeatures.................................................... 163
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 509
Oil ........................................................... 476
Flat Tire..................................................... 517
Floor Mats................................................. 511Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 480
Brake ...................................................... 481
Engine Coolant ....................................... 478
Windshield Washer ................................. 483
Fog Light Indicator.................................... 79
Folding Down the Rear Seats.................. 139
Foot Brake................................................ 450
Front Airbags (SRS).................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 133
Adjusting ................................................ 133
Fuel..................................................... 19, 456
Economy................................................. 459
Gauge ...................................................... 83
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72
Recommendation.................................... 456
Refueling ................................................ 456
Fuel Economy........................................... 459
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 19, 458
Message ................................................. 535
Fuel Fill Door............................................ 457
Fuses......................................................... 538
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 541
Locations ........................................ 538, 539
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 459
Gauge ...................................................... 83
Information............................................. 456