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Contents
Child Safety P. 54Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 105 Security System P. 107 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 109
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 120 Adjusting the Seats P. 122
Climate Control System P. 136
General Information on the Audio System P. 157 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 160
When Driving P. 180 Braking P. 210Parking Your Vehicle P. 214
Rearview Camera P. 216
Accessories and Modifications P. 222
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 231 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 244
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 255 12 Volt Battery P. 264 Remote Transmitter Care P. 266
Cleaning P. 268
Engine Does Not Start P. 290 Jump Starting P. 291 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 293
Fuses P. 301 Emergency Towing P. 305When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 307
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 313 Reporting Safety Defects P. 314
Authorized Manuals P. 319 Customer Service Information P. 320
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 65
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 139
DrivingP. 173
MaintenanceP. 223
Handling the UnexpectedP. 273
InformationP. 309
IndexP. 321
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
●The turn signal in dicators blink
when you operate the turn signal
lever.
●If you press the hazard warning
button, both indicators and all
turn signals blink at the same
time.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change
the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs
P. 248, 249 —
Lights On
Indicator●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO* when
the exterior lights are on.
●If you remove the key from the ignition
switch while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driver's door is opened.
—
Fog Light
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights are
on.——
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
*
●Indicates the current shift lever
position.
2 Shifting P. 185—
M (7-speed
manual shift
mode)
Indicator/Shift
Indicator
*
●Comes on when the 7-speed
manual shift mode is applied.
2 7-Speed Manual Shift Mode P. 187—
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uTurn Signals
Controls
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch.
■High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
■Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.
■Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■Manual Operation
1 Light Switches
If you remove the key from the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
Repeatedly turning the headlights on and off reduces
the life of the HI D headlight bulbs.
If you sense that the le vel of the headlights is
abnormal, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Models with high voltage discharge tube bulbs
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and rear license plate
lights
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uFog Lights*
Controls
Fog Lights*
When the low beam headlights are on, turn
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Daytime Running Lights
The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following
conditions have been met:
The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in ON
(w.
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set th e parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch will turn off th e daytime running lights.
The high beam headlights re turn to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
1 Fog Lights*
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument pane l will be on.
2 Indicators P. 66
Fog Light Switch
Models with bulb type parking lights
Models with LED type parking/daytime running lights
Models with bulb type parking lights
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 224
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 225Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 226
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 227
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 231Opening the Hood ........................... 232
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 233
Oil Check ......................................... 234
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 235
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 236
Engine Coolant ................................ 238
Transmission Fluid ............................ 240
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 242
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 243
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 244
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 252
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 255
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 256
Tire Labeling .................................... 256
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 258Wear Indicators................................ 260 Tire Service Life ................................ 260
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 261
Tire Rotation .................................... 262
Winter Tires ..................................... 263
12 Volt Battery .................................. 264
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 266
Climate Control System Maintenance ...... 267Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 268
Exterior Care.................................... 270
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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 maintena nce 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 continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid P. 240
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 242
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 255
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 244
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 252
■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 fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 229
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 319
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the cover.
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
35W (D4S for high voltage discharge)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Cover
TabCoupler
Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high vo ltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
■Low Beam Headlights (High Voltage Discharge Type)*
■Low Beam Headlights (Halogen Headlights)*
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
* Not available on all models
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