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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
( q *1
while driving, the engine will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
( N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) pe rformance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 452
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 453Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 454
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 455
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 463Opening the Hood ........................... 464
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 465
Oil Check ......................................... 466
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 467
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 468
Engine Coolant ................................ 470
Transmission Fluid ............................ 472
Brake Fluid ....................................... 473
Power Steering Fluid Check.............. 474
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 474
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 475
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 486Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 490
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 491Tire Labeling .................................... 491DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 493Wear Indicators................................ 495 Tire Service Life ................................ 495
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 496
Tire Rotation .................................... 497
Winter Tires ..................................... 498
Battery ............................................... 499
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 500
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 502
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 504
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 505
Exterior Care.................................... 507
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
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.
Maintenance Minder Message
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
*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 bra kes/service as necessary●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: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110ºF, 43ºC), in very low temperatures (under -20 ºF, -29ºC), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 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●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
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.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
*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 bra kes/service as necessary●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: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110ºF, 43ºC), in very low temperatures (under -20 ºF, -29ºC), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 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●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle' s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda's new vehicle warranty.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 499
Charging System Indicator ................. 72, 528
Jump Starting .......................................... 523
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 499
Maintenance (Replacing).................. 500, 502
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 30
Beverage Holders ...................................... 181
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 432
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 232, 265
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 327, 360
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 65
Brake System ............................................. 436
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 438
Brake Assist System ................................. 439
Fluid ........................................................ 473
Foot Brake ............................................... 437
Indicator ............................................ 70, 530
Parking Brake .......................................... 436
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 153
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ........ 432
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 475
Back-Up Light/Taillights............................ 483
Brake Light, Rear Turn Signal Light, and Rear
Side Marker/Taill ights ............................. 481
Fog Lights ................................................ 479
Front Turn Signal/Par king/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 480
Headlights ............................................... 475
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 485
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 484 Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 480
Bulb Specifications ................................... 542
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 66
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 186
Carrying Cargo ................................. 397, 399
CD Player ........................................... 221, 252
Center Pocket ........................................... 180
Certification Label .................................... 544
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 475
Charging System Indicator ................. 72, 528
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 119
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 60
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 119
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 507
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 505
Climate Control System ............................ 198
Changing the Mode ................................ 198 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 504
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 198
Sensors ................................................... 203
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 198
Clock ......................................................... 108
Coat Hooks ............................................... 186
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 511, 543
Compass .................................................... 392
Controls .................................................... 107
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 470
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 471
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 470
Overheating ............................................ 526
Temperature Gauge .................................. 92
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 412
Cruise Control .......................................... 415
Indicator ................................................... 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 181
Customer Service Information ................ 552
Customized Features ......................... 99, 295
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 523
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 196, 199
Detachable Anchor .................................... 35
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 545
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Index
DimmingHeadlights .............................................. 147
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 158
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 466
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 147
Display Button .................................. 212, 238
Door Mirrors ............................................. 159
Doors ........................................................ 110
Auto Door Locking.................................. 120
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 120
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 29, 75
Keys........................................................ 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 118
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ........................................... 113
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 117
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 493
Driving ...................................................... 395
Automatic Transmission .......................... 412
Braking ................................................... 436
Cruise Control ........................................ 415
Shifting Gear .......................................... 413
Starting the Engine ......................... 407, 409
Driving Position Memory System ............ 155
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 504
E
Elapsed Time.............................................. 97
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 426Emergency
................................................ 539
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 522
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 547
Engine ....................................................... 544
Coolant ................................................... 470
Jump Starting .......................................... 523
Oil ........................................................... 465
Starting ........................................... 407, 409
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 142
Engine Coolant ......................................... 470
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 471
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 470
Overheating ............................................ 526
Temperature Gauge .................................. 92
Engine Oil ................................................. 465
Adding .................................................... 467
Checking ................................................. 466
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 455, 459
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 528
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 465
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 143
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 66
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 160
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 507
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 159
F
Features..................................................... 205 Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 504
Oil ........................................................... 468
Flat Tire ..................................................... 511
Flip-up Trash Bag Ring ............................. 179
Floor Mats ................................................. 506
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 472
Brake ...................................................... 473
Engine Coolant ....................................... 470
Power Steering ........................................ 474
Windshield Washer ................................. 474
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 78
Folding Down the Rear Seats .......... 162, 173
Foot Brake ................................................ 437
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ........... 418
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 161
Adjusting ................................................ 161
Fuel ...................................................... 19, 446
Economy ................................................. 449
Gauge ....................................................... 92
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 94, 97
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ................................................. 94, 97
Recommendation .................................... 446
Refueling................................................. 446
Fuel Economy ........................................... 449
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 448
Message.................................................. 529
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 447
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