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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 300
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 301Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 302
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 303
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 307Opening the Hood ........................... 308
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 309
Oil Check ......................................... 310
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 311
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 312
Engine Coolant ................................ 314
Transmission Fluid ............................ 316
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 318
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 319
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 320
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 328
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 331
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 332
Tire Labeling .................................... 332
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 334Wear Indicators................................ 336 Tire Service Life ................................ 336
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 337
Tire Rotation .................................... 338
Winter Tires ..................................... 339
12-Volt Battery ................................. 340
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 342
Climate Control System Maintenance ...... 343Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 344
Exterior Care.................................... 346
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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 trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the continuously variable transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid P. 316
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 318
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 331
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 320
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 328
■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 maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 305
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. 397
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
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 350
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 351
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 362
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 364
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 365
Jump Starting .................................... 366
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 369Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 370
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 372
If the 12V Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 373
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 374
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 375
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On............................ 375
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) comes on or blinks at the same time when the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) comes on .... 376
If the IMA Indicator Comes On ........ 377
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 377
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 378
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 382
Emergency Towing ........................... 383
When You Cannot Open the Hatch ..... 385
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12 Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 72
3-Mode Drive System ............................... 270
ECON Mode Indicator ............................... 81
NORMAL Mode Indicator .......................... 81
SPORT Mode Indicator .............................. 81
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode ................... 258
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 288
Accessories and Modifications ................ 297
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 149
Active Head Restraints ............................. 145
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 314
Engine Oil ............................................... 309
Washer ................................................... 319
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 309
Adjusting
Clock ...................................................... 108
Headlights .............................................. 320
Mirrors.................................................... 139
Seats....................................................... 141
Steering Wheel ....................................... 138
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 173
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 155
Changing the Mode................................ 155 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 343
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 155
Sensors .................................................... 157
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 155
Air Pressure ............................................... 331
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49
After a Collision ......................................... 57
Airbag Care ............................................... 57
Event Data Recorders ................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator ........................................ 54, 74, 78
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 55
Sensors ...................................................... 49
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 52
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 53
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 175
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 288
Indicator .................................................... 74
ASST Indicator ............................................. 90
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 164
Audio System ............................................ 160
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 173
Error Messages ........................................ 195
General Information ................................ 199
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 162
iPhone ..................................................... 201 iPod ........................................................ 181
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 178, 186
Reactivating ............................................ 163
Recommended CDs ................................. 199
Recommended Devices............................ 201
Security Code .......................................... 163
Theft Protection ...................................... 163
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 201
USB Ports ................................................ 161
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 168
Authorized Manuals ................................ 397
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 118
Customize ................................................. 98
Auto Idle Stop
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 264
Manual Transmission ............................... 267
Auto Idle Stop Indicator ............................ 80
Automatic Lighting .................................. 131
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 96
Average Fuel Economy Records ................ 96
Average Speed ........................................... 93
B
Back-Up Light........................................... 325
Battery ...................................................... 340
Charging System Indicator................. 72, 373
Jump Starting .......................................... 366
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt Battery) ................................................. 340
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Index
Rearview Mirror .............................. 139, 140
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 310
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 129
Display Setup ............................................ 174
Door Mirrors ............................................. 140
Doors ........................................................ 109
Auto Door Locking.................................. 118
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 118
Door Open Indicator ................................. 74
Door/Hatch Open Indicator ................. 35, 74
Keys........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 112
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 115
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 334
Driving ...................................................... 243
3-Mode Drive System .............................. 270
Braking ................................................... 284
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 255
Cruise Control ........................................ 273
Manual Transmission .............................. 261
Plus Sport System.................................... 271
Shifting Gear (Cont inuously Variable
Transmission) ........................................ 256
Shifting Gear (Manual Transmission) ....... 261
Starting the Engine ................................. 251
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 343E
Eco Assist System........................................ 10
Eco Score ............................................... 11, 94
Ecological Drive Display ............................. 94
ECON Mode ........................................ 81, 270
Elapsed Time ............................................... 93
Electric Motor Assist Indicator (ASST) ....... 90
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 76, 375
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 276
Emergency ................................................ 383
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 393
Engine ....................................................... 390
Coolant ................................................... 314
Jump Starting .......................................... 366
Oil ........................................................... 309
Starting ................................................... 251
Engine Coolant ......................................... 314
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 315
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 314
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 77
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 77
Overheating ............................................ 370
Engine Oil ................................................. 309
Adding .................................................... 311
Checking ................................................. 310
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 303
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 372
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 309
Engine Oil Life ............................................ 96 EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 76, 375
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 346
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 140
F
Features.................................................... 159
Filters ......................................................... 343
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 343
Oil ........................................................... 312
Floor Mats ................................................. 345
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 318
Clutch ..................................................... 318
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 316
Engine Coolant ....................................... 314
Manual Transmission ............................... 317
Windshield Washer ................................. 319
Foot Brake ................................................ 287
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Front Wiper/Washer ................................. 134
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 293
Economy ................................................. 296
Gauge ....................................................... 89
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ....................................................... 93
Recommendation .................................... 293
Refueling................................................. 293
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Index
Safety ...................................................... 301
Service Items............................................ 305
Tires ........................................................ 331
Transmission Fluid............................ 316, 317
Under the Hood....................................... 307
Maintenance Minder
TM............................. 303
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 72, 374
Manual Transmission
Auto Idle Stop ......................................... 267
Checking the Clutch Fluid ........................ 318
Fluid (MTF)............................................... 317
Operating the Shift Lever ......................... 261
Reverse Lockout....................................... 263
Shift UP/DOWN indicators........................ 262
Shifting.................................................... 261
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 247
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 89
Mirrors ....................................................... 139
Adjusting ................................................. 139
Door ........................................................ 140
Exterior .................................................... 140
Interior Rearview...................................... 139
Modifications and Accessories ................. 297
MP3 .................................................... 178, 186
Multi-Information Display .......................... 91
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 291
N
NORMAL Mode................................... 81, 270
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 390
O
Odometer................................................... 92
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 309
Adding .................................................... 311
Checking................................................. 310
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 303
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 372
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 309
Viscosity .................................................. 309
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 308
Power Windows ...................................... 124
Outside Temperature ................................. 93
Overheating .............................................. 370
P
Pandora®................................................... 185
Panic Mode ............................................... 123
Parking ...................................................... 290
Parking Brake ........................................... 284
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ...................................... 70, 71, 375
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 55
Plus Sport System ............................... 82, 271
Plus Sport System Indicator ....................... 82
Power Door Mirror ................................... 140
Power Flow Monitor .................................. 97
Power Windows ....................................... 124
Precautions While Driving ....................... 254
Rain ........................................................ 254 Pregnant Women
....................................... 41
R
Radiator.................................................... 315
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 175
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 177
Range .......................................................... 93
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 177
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing) ........ 393
Rear Cargo Console ................................. 150
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 137
Rear Side Marker Light ............................ 325
Rear Turn Signal Light ............................. 325
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 139
Refueling .................................................. 293
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 89
Gasoline ......................................... 293, 388
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Regulations .............................. 282, 333, 391
Remote Transmitter ................................. 112
Replacement Battery .................................................... 341
Bulbs ...................................................... 320
Button Battery, Remote Transmitter ........ 342
Fuses ...................................................... 378
Tires........................................................ 337
Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 328, 330
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 392
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 92
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Index
Trip Meter................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 349
Blown Fuse .............................................. 378
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 28
Emergency Towing .................................. 383
Engine Does Not Start.............................. 362
Noise When Braking .................................. 29
Overheating............................................. 370
Regular Gasoline.............................. 293, 388
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 369
Unable to Open the Hatch ....................... 385
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Turn Signals ............................................... 129
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 79
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 112
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 160
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 201
USB Ports ................................................... 161
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 390
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 276
Off Button ............................................... 277
Off Indicator ...................................... 75, 277
System..................................................... 276 System Indicator ........................................ 75
Ventilation ................................................ 155
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 309, 389
W
Wallpaper................................................. 171
Warning and Information Messages ......... 83
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 372
Warning Labels ........................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 395
Watts ......................................................... 388
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 336
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 361
Window Washers ..................................... 134
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 319
Switch ..................................................... 134
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 124
Windshield ................................................ 134
Cleaning ................................................. 347
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 156
Washer Fluid ........................................... 319
Wiper Blades ................................... 328, 330
Wipers and Washers................................ 134
Winter Tires .............................................. 339
Snow Tires .............................................. 339
Tire Chains .............................................. 339
Wipers and Washers ................................. 134
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades ........................................... 328, 330 WMA
................................................. 178, 186
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