
Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70Safety Labels P. 71
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 141 Security System P. 144 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 147
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 151 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 165
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 175 Heating System
* P. 187
Audio Error Messages P. 293General Information on the Audio System P. 296
When Driving P. 396 Braking P. 451Parking Your Vehicle P. 467
Fuel Economy P. 473 Accessories and Modifications P. 474
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 489 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 504
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 516 Battery P. 525 Remote Transmitter Care P. 527
Cleaning P. 530
Engine Does Not Start P. 543 Jump Starting P. 546 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 549
Fuses P. 558 Emergency Towing P. 562 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 563
Devices that Emit Radio Waves  P. 573 Reporting Safety Defects P. 574
Authorized Manuals P. 579 Customer Service Information P. 580
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 121
FeaturesP. 197
DrivingP. 389
MaintenanceP. 475
Handling the UnexpectedP. 535
InformationP. 567
IndexP. 581
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
System Message 
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then goes off.●Comes on along with a beep 
when a problem is detected. A 
system message on the driver 
information interface appears at 
the same time.
●While the indicator is on, press the   
(display/information)  button to see the 
message again.
●Refer to the Indicators  information in this 
chapter when a system message appears 
on the driver information interface. Take 
the appropriate action for the message.
●The driver information interface does not 
return to the normal screen unless the 
warning is canceled, or the   button 
is pressed.
—
Turn Signal and 
Hazard Warning 
Indicators
●Blink when you operate the turn 
signal lever.
●Blink along with all turn signals 
when you press the hazard 
warning button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly  - A 
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change 
the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 508, 511 
—
High Beam 
Indicator●Comes on when the high beam 
headlights are on.——
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*1 while the exterior lights are on, a 
chime sounds when the driver's door is 
opened.—
Fog Light 
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights are 
on.——
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 476
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 477Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 478
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 479
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 489Opening the Hood ........................... 491
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 492
Oil Check ......................................... 493
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 495
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 496
Engine Coolant ................................ 499
Transmission Fluid ............................ 501
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 502
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 503
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 504
Checking and Maintaining Wiper 
Blades .......................................... 514
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 516
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 517Tire Labeling .................................... 517DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 519Wear Indicators................................ 521 Tire Service Life ................................ 521
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 522
Tire Rotation .................................... 523
Winter Tires ..................................... 524
Battery ............................................... 525
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 527
Heating System
*/Climate Control 
System* Maintenance .................... 529
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 530
Exterior Care.................................... 532
* Not available on all models
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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.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when 
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid  P. 501
•Check the brake/clutch* fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch* Fluid  P. 502
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires  P. 516
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 504
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 514
■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 information display
*/driver 
information interface*.
2 Maintenance Service Items  P. 481, 486
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. 579
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
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to 
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight 
assembly and turn it clockwise.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the 
bulb.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)*
High beam headlight:LED type*
Low beam headlight:55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)*
Low beam headlight:LED type*
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration,  or a scratch on th e 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 trunk, 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.
Headlights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda 
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Models with halogen headlights
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Tab Coupler
Bulb
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
1. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to 
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight 
assembly and turn it clockwise.
4. Insert the coupler into  the connector of the 
bulb.
■Low Beam Headlights
Models with halogen headlights
TabCoupler
Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip 
screwdriver, remove  the bolt, and push up 
the under cover.
Fog Light: 35 W (H8 for halogen bulb type)
1 Fog Light Bulbs*
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center 
pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the  center pin raised, and push 
until it is flat.
Push until the pin 
is flat.
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to 
remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light 
assembly and turn it clockwise.
5. Insert the coupler into  the connector of the 
bulb.1 Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot wh en lit. Oil, perspiration, 
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to 
overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen  bulb, handle it by its 
plastic case, and protect the glass from contact with 
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean 
it with denatured alc ohol and a clean cloth.
Tab
CouplerBulb
* Not available on all models
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