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*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles). *3:
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes more frequently than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 40,000 km (25,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for
item7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.#:See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oi l*1
0
Replace engine oi l*1
and oil lte r
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2 Replace air cleaner element *2
Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid *4
4
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant
7
Replace brake uid *5
9
Service front and rear brakes
Inspect these items:
•T ie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
•S uspension components
•D riveshaft boots
•B rake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
•A ll uid levels and condition of uid s
•E xhaust system #
•F uel lines and connections #
Canadian models
In addition: •
Inspect idle speed every 256,000 km (160,000 miles).
• Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 1, 2, 3, or 9 if they are noisy.
Under the Hood
1.5 ℓ engine models
Brake fluid (black cap)
Reserve tank
Washer fluid (blue cap) Engine oil dipstick (orange)
Engine oil fill cap
Battery
Reserve tank cap
U.S. odelsWasher fluid (blue cap)
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Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard.
3. Push the hood latch lever in the center to the right to release the lock mechanism, and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood. Remove your hand at a height of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Support rodGrip
Clamp
Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. Remove the dipstick (orange).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower
marks. Add oil if necessary. 1.5 ℓ engine models
Upper mark Lower mark
1.5 ℓ engine models
Upper mark Lower mark
2.0 ℓ engine models
2.0 ℓ engine models
CAUTION
The hood support rod can become hot and burn your hand. Always grip the rod using the foam area.
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Recommended Engine Oil
• Honda Genuine Motor Oil
• Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certi cation Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. Use Honda Genuine Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certi cation Seal and is of the speci ed viscosity grade.
Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil ll cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil ll cap, and tighten it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick.
Ambient temperature
Engine oil ll cap
1.5 ℓ engine models
Engine oil ll ca p
2.0 ℓ engine models
Do not ll the engine oil above the upper mark. Over lling the engine oil can result in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the engine oil life.
Models with information display
1. Press the TRIP knob in the instrument panel until
the engine oil life appears in the display.
2. Press and hold the knob for 10 seconds or more, until the display begins to blink.
3. Press and hold the knob for 5 seconds or more. The engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Models with Driver Information Interface
Use the steering wheel buttons to make and enter selections (see page 29).
1. Scroll to the Maintenance Minder screen, and select it.
2. Press and hold the ENTER button for about 10 seconds to enter the reset mode.
3. Scroll to the maintenance item you want to reset (or All Due Items), and select it.
Models with Display Audio
Use the touchscreen to make and enter selections.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle.
3. Select Maintenance Info.
4. Select Select Reset Items.
5. Select an item on the list to reset.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems.
NOTICE
