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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 470
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 471Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 472
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 473
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 483Opening the Hood ........................... 485
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 486
Oil Check ......................................... 487
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 489
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 490
Engine Coolant ................................ 493
Transmission Fluid ............................ 495
Brake/Clutch*
Fluid .......................... 496
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 497
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 498
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 507
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 510
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 511Tire Labeling .................................... 511DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 513Wear Indicators................................ 515 Tire Service Life ................................ 515
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 516
Tire Rotation .................................... 517
Winter Tires ..................................... 518
Battery ............................................... 519
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 521
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 523Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 524
Exterior Care.................................... 526
* Not available on all models
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uuBatteryuCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1Battery When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminal with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
The VSA ® and CMBS TM *
indicators may come on
when your turn the ignition switch to ON
(w *1
after
re-connecting a battery. Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h). Each
indicator should go off. If ei ther or both do not, have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Continued
Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when
the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips- head screwdriver.
2. Open the remote transmitter.
uWrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Remove the button battery with the small
flat-tip screwdriver.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Keys with Remote Transmitter *
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of
battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
ScrewBattery type: CR1620
Battery
* Not available on all models
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uuWarranty Coveragesu
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. ■ Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
■ EPA Contact Information
An owner may obtain further information concerning emission warranties or report
violations of the terms of the em ission warranties by contacting:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Transportation and Air Quality
Compliance Division, Li ght-Duty Vehicle Group
Attn: Warranty Complaints
2000 Traverwood Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48105 Email: [email protected]
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold SystemIndicator ............................................ 76, 448
Automatic Lighting .................................. 149
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 107, 111
Average Speed .......................................... 111
B Battery ....................................................... 519
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 546
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 519
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 521
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 172
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 266
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 323, 346
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 445
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 451
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 448
Brake Assist System ................................. 452
Fluid ........................................................ 496
Foot Brake ............................................... 447
Indicator (Red) ........................... 74, 548, 549
Parking Brake .......................................... 445
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 154
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 498
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 505
Fog Lights ................................................ 500 Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 503
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 502
Headlights ............................................... 498
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 506
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 504
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 506
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 504
Taillight ................................................... 506
Bulb Specifications ........................... 562, 564
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Carrying Cargo ................................. 381, 383
Certification Label .................................... 566
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 498
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 546
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 135
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61 Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 65
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 66
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 526 Cleaning the Interior
............................... 524
Climate Control System ........................... 179
Changing the Mode................................ 179
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 182
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 523
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 181
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode ................................ 184
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 179
CMBS TM
(Collision Mitigation Braking
System TM
)................................................ 453
Coat Hooks ............................................... 177
Collision Mitigation Braking System TM
(CMBS TM
)................................................. 453
Compact Spare Tire .................. 531, 563, 565
Console Compartment ............................. 171
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 394
Fluid ....................................................... 495
Kickdown ............................................... 394
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 396
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 543
Shifting ................................................... 395
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 398
Shifting ................................................... 397
Controls .................................................... 113
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 493
Adding the Coolant ................................ 494
Overheating ............................................ 544
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Index
Puncture (Tire)......................................... 531
R
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 202, 242
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 246
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 203, 244
Range ................................................ 107, 111
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 203, 244
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 569
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 155
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 165
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 166
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 157
Refueling .................................................. 464
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 105
Gasoline ................................. 464, 562, 564
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 79
Regulations .............................. 443, 513, 567
Remote Transmitter ................................. 123
Replacement Battery .................................................... 521
Bulbs ...................................................... 498
Fuses .............................................. 552, 553
Tires........................................................ 516
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 507
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 568
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 106, 110
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 424
On and Off ............................................. 425 S Safe Driving
................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 35
Safety Labels ............................................... 71
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 39
Checking ................................................... 43
Fastening ................................................... 40
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.......................................................... 65
Pregnant Women ...................................... 42
Reminder ................................................... 38
Warning Indicator ................................ 38, 78
Seat Heaters .............................................. 178
Seats .......................................................... 159
Adjusting ................................................. 159
Front Seats .............................................. 159
Rear Seat Access ...................................... 165
Rear Seats ............................................... 166
Seat Heaters ............................................ 178
Security System ......................................... 136
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 84
Select Lever ................................. 23, 395, 401
Operation .................................. 23, 396, 401
Releasing ................................................. 543
Won’t Move ............................................ 543
Select/Reset Knob ............................. 106, 110
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 62
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 195
Setting the Clock ...................................... 114 Shift Lever
........................... 23, 395, 397, 401
Operation................................................ 398
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 77, 398
Shift Position Indicator ............................ 396
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 395, 397, 401
Side Airbags ................................................ 51
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 53
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 275
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 246
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 119
Snow Tires ................................................. 518
Song By Voice TM
(SBV) .............................. 256
Spare Tire .................................. 531, 563, 565
Spark Plugs ....................................... 562, 564
Specifications ............................................ 562
Specified Fuel ........................... 464, 562, 564
Speedometer ............................................ 105
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 47
Starting the Engine .......................... 386, 388
Does Not Start......................................... 537
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 143
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 156
Stopping ................................................... 461
Summer Tires ............................................ 518
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 47
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 143
System Message Indicator .......................... 83
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