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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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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 484
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 485
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 491
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 492
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 493
Jump Starting .................................... 494
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 496Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 497
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 499
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 499
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 500
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 501 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 501
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 502
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 503
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 505
Emergency Towing ........................... 506
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 507
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Index
522
Index
Index
Numbers
4WD........................................................... 400
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 407
Accessories and Modifications ................. 424
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 189
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................. 375
Indicator .................................................... 82
Additives Coolant ................................................... 447
Engine Oil ................................................ 442
Washer .................................................... 451
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 442
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 184
Front Seats .............................................. 175
Head Restraints........................................ 178
Mirrors .................................................... 173
Rear Seat Back ......................................... 183
Rear Seats................................................ 182
Steering Wheel ........................................ 172
Adjusting the Sound ................................. 237
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 200
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 201
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 477
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 200 Sensors ................................................... 203
Synchronized Mode................................. 202
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System) ...................................... 197
Cooling ................................................... 199
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 199
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 477
Heating ................................................... 198
Air Pressure ....................................... 466, 511
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
Airbag Care............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator.............................................. 51, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ..................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 50
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ............................ 400
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 215
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 407
Indicator.................................................... 73
Armrest ..................................................... 184
Audio Antenna ......................................... 209
Audio System ............................................ 206
Adjusting the Sound................................ 214
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 207
Error Messages ........................................ 262 General Information................................ 267
Internet Radio ......................................... 224
iPhone .................................................... 270
iPod ........................................................ 221
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................... 218, 226, 253
Pandora
®................................................ 224
Reactivating ............................................ 210
Recommended CDs ................................ 268
Recommended Devices ........................... 270
Security Code ......................................... 210
Theft Protection ...................................... 210
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 207
USB Flash Drives...................................... 270
USB Port(s) .............................................. 208
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 519
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 139
Customize .............................................. 122
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 165
Automatic Lighting .................................. 160
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 207
Average Fuel Economy ...................... 94, 112
Average Speed ......................................... 112
AWD (All-Wheel Drive) ............................ 400
B
Battery...................................................... 474
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 499
Jump Starting ......................................... 494
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 474
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights........................... 163
Dead Battery ............................................. 494
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 199, 201
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 513
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 159
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 173
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 443
Directional Signals (Turn Signals) ............ 158
Display Button .......................................... 111
Display Setup ............................................ 238
Door Mirrors ............................................. 174
Doors ......................................................... 130
Auto Door Locking .................................. 139
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 139
Door Open Indicator .................................. 32
Keys ........................................................ 130
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 133
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 136
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 468
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 175
Driving ....................................................... 347
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 375
Braking .................................................... 405
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 367 Cruise Control ......................................... 371
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 358
Shifting Gear ........................................... 368
Starting the Engine.......................... 360, 362
Driving Position Memory System ............ 170
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 477
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 370
Elapsed Time ............................................. 112
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 76, 501
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 396
Emergency ................................................ 506
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 515
Engine ....................................................... 512
Coolant ................................................... 447
Jump Starting .......................................... 494
Oil ........................................................... 442
Starting ........................................... 360, 362
Switch Buzzer.................................. 153, 156
Engine Coolant ......................................... 447
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 448
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 447
Overheating ............................................ 497
Temperature Gauge .................................. 92
Engine Oil ................................................. 442
Adding .................................................... 444
Checking................................................. 443 Displaying Oil Life ................................... 429
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 499
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 442
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 154
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 76, 501
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................ 67
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 480
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 174
F
Features.................................................... 205
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 477
Oil .......................................................... 445
Flat Tire ..................................................... 485
Floor Mats ................................................ 479
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 450
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 449
Engine Coolant ....................................... 447
Windshield Washer ................................. 451
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 77
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 182
Foot Brake ................................................ 406
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 175
Adjusting ................................................ 175
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 374
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Index
Load Limits............................................... 351
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 130
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 139
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 138
From Inside ............................................. 137
From Outside .......................................... 133
Keys........................................................ 130
Using a Key............................................. 136
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 136
Low Battery Charge ................................. 499
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 499
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 132
Lower Anchors ..................................... 59, 63
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 351
M
Maintenance............................................ 425
Battery .................................................... 474
Brake Fluid .............................................. 450
Cleaning ................................................. 478
Climate Control System .......................... 477
Coolant .................................................. 447
Heating and Cooling System ................... 477
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 429
Oil .......................................................... 443
Precautions ............................................. 426
Radiator .................................................. 448
Remote Transmitter ................................ 475 Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 452
Safety ...................................................... 427
Service Items ........................................... 434
Tires ........................................................ 465
Transmission Fluid ................................... 449
Under the Hood ...................................... 440
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 500
Map Lights ................................................ 186
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 351
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 92
Mirrors ....................................................... 173
Adjusting ................................................. 173
Door ........................................................ 174
Exterior .................................................... 174
Interior Rearview ..................................... 173
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 424
Moonroof .................................................. 152
MP3 ........................................... 218, 226, 253
Multi-Information Display ......................... 96
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 417
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 512
O
Odometer.............................................. 93, 97
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 358
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 442
Adding .................................................... 444 Checking................................................. 443
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 429
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 499
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 442
Viscosity .................................................. 442
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 441
Moonroof ............................................... 152
Power Windows ...................................... 150
Tailgate ................................................... 140
Outside Temperature ........................... 95, 98
Adjusting ............................................ 95, 98
Overheating .............................................. 497
P
Pandora®........................................... 224, 252
Panic Mode ............................................... 149
Parking ...................................................... 416
Parking Brake ........................................... 405
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 70, 501
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 159
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 256
Power Tailgate ......................................... 143
Power Windows ....................................... 150
Precautions While Driving ....................... 366
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 366
Rain ........................................................ 366
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Index
Stopping................................................... 416
Summer Tires ............................................ 473
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 193
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 44
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 153
Synchronized Mode ................................. 202
T
Tachometer................................................ 92
Tailgate ..................................................... 140
Remote Transmitter ................................ 142
Unable to Open ...................................... 507
Temperature Gauge .................................. 92
Temperature Sensor ................................ 203
Text Message .................................... 296, 308
Time (Setting) ........................................... 128
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 401
Button .................................................... 401
Indicator ................................................... 76
Tires .......................................................... 465
Air Pressure..................................... 466, 511
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 465
Inspection ............................................... 465
Labeling .................................................. 466
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 485
Regulations ............................................. 468
Rotation.................................................. 472
Spare Tire ....................................... 485, 511 Summer .................................................. 473
Tire Chains .............................................. 473
Wear Indicators ....................................... 470
Winter ..................................................... 473
Tonneau Cover ......................................... 195
Tools .......................................................... 484
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 353
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 354
Load Limits .............................................. 353
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 357
Behind a Motorhome .............................. 357
Emergency .............................................. 506
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 401
Button ..................................................... 401
Indicator .................................................... 76
Transmission ............................................. 368
Continuously Variable .............................. 368
Fluid ........................................................ 449
Number ................................................... 512
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 71, 369
Trip Meter ............................................. 94, 97
Troubleshooting ....................................... 483
Blown Fuse ...................................... 503, 504
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 506
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 491
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 497
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 485 Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 25, 138
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 496
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 158
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 77
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 133
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 14
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 206, 207
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 270
USB Port(s) ........................................ 206, 208
V
Valet Key................................................... 131
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 512
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 396
Off Button............................................... 397
Off Indicator.............................................. 74
System Indicator ........................................ 74
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 442, 511
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 396
W
Wallpaper......................................... 123, 235
Warning and Info rmation Messages ......... 86
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 499
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