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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 425)
Under the Hood (P 440)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 452)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 461)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 465)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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Instrument Panel
Indicators
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1, then goes off if the parking
brake has been released.
●Comes on when the parking brake is
applied, and goes off when it is
released.
●Comes on when the brake fluid level
is low.
●Comes on if there is a problem with
the brake system.
●The beeper sounds and the indicator
comes on if you drive with the
parking brake not fully released.
●Comes on while driving - Make sure the
parking brake is released. Check the brake
fluid level.
2 What to do when the indicator comes
on while driving P. 501
●Comes on along with the ABS indicator
- Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red)
Comes On P. 501
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w*1, and goes off
when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressu re Indicator Comes
On P. 499
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models
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425
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 426
Safety When Performing Maintenance...427Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 428
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 429
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 440
Opening the Hood ........................... 441
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 442
Oil Check ......................................... 443
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 444
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...445
Engine Coolant ................................ 447
Transmission Fluid ............................ 449
Brake Fluid ....................................... 450
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 451
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 452
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 461Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 465
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 466Tire Labeling .................................... 466DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 468Wear Indicators................................ 470
Tire Service Life ................................ 470 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 471
Tire Rotation .................................... 472
Winter Tires ..................................... 473
Battery ............................................... 474
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 475
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 477
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 478
Exterior Care.................................... 480
* 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.) 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 brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 450
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 465
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 452
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 461
■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
*/multi-
information display*/intelligent mu lti-information
display (i-MID). 2 Maintenance Service Items P. 434
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. 519
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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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
434
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Models with info rmation display
Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
Models with multi-
information display
Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pad as soon as possible.
Brake Reservoir
MIN
MAX
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