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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 332
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..333
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...334Maintenance MinderTM..................... 335
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 339
Opening the Hood ........................... 340
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 341
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 342
Oil Check ......................................... 343
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 344
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...345 Cooling System ................................ 347
Transmission Fluid ............................ 350
Brake Fluid ....................................... 351
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 351
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 352Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 357Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 361
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 362
Tire Labeling .................................... 362
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 364Wear Indicators................................ 366
Tire Service Life ................................ 366 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 367
Tire Rotation .................................... 368
Winter Tires ..................................... 369
12-Volt Battery ................................. 370
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 371
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 372Climate Control System Maintenance.. 374Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 375
Exterior Care.................................... 377
Accessories and Modifications ........ 380
* 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. 351
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 361
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 352
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 357
■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 multi-information display (MID).
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 337
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. 440
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 .................................. 384
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 385
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 392
Power System Won’t Start ............... 404
Checking the Procedure ................... 404
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 405
Emergency Power System Off........... 406
Jump Starting .................................... 407
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 409 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 412If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 412
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 413
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 414
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes
On.................................................. 414
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 416 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 416
If the Power System Indicator Comes On .. 417Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 418
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 426
Emergency Towing ........................... 427
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 428
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 429Refueling ........................................... 430Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 430
* Not available on all models
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Index
442
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 305
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 209
Accessories and Modifications ................. 380
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 208
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 255
AcuraWatch
TM............................................. 24
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) .................................. 259
Indicator .................................................... 94
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 347
Engine Oil ................................................ 342
Washer .................................................... 351
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 342
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 199
Front Seats .............................................. 187
Head Restraints........................ 193, 195, 196
Headlights ............................................... 352
Mirrors .................................................... 184
Rear Seats................................................ 198
Steering Wheel ........................................ 183
Temperature ............................................ 121
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 289
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 214
Changing the Mode ................................ 217
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 221
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 374 Rear Climate Control System ................... 222
Sensors ................................................... 226
Synchronized Mode................................. 218
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Air Pressure ....................................... 362, 433
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
After a Collision ........................................ 49
Airbag Care............................................... 59
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 52
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 57, 87
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 58
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 56
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 305
Indicator.................................................... 87
Armrest ..................................................... 199
Audio System ............................................ 228
Authorized Manuals ................................ 440
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 150
Customize ............................................... 131
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 172
Indicator.................................................... 87
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 303
Indicator.................................................. 303
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator.................................................. 303 Automatic Folding Door Mirror
.............. 186
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 176
Automatic Lighting .................................. 169
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 121
Average Speed ......................................... 122B
Back-Up Light........................................... 355
Battery ...................................................... 370
12-Volt ................................................... 370
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ......................................... 82, 412
High Voltage........................................... 298
Jump Starting ......................................... 407
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 370
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 371
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 206
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 291
Indicator ................................................... 98
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 74
Brake System ............................................ 299
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 305
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 303
Brake Assist System................................. 306
Brake System Indicator .............................. 79
Fluid ....................................................... 351
Foot Brake .............................................. 302
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Index
Doors......................................................... 137
Auto Door Locking .................................. 150
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 150
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 18, 147
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .................................................. 139
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 145
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 364
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 52
Driving ....................................................... 229
Braking .................................................... 299
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 246
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 237
Shifting Gear ........................................... 247
Turning on the Power .............................. 239
Driving Position Memory System ............. 181
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 246
Creeping ................................................. 246
Fluid ........................................................ 350
Kickdown ................................................ 246
Operating the Shift Button................. 21, 249
Shifting.................................................... 247
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 374
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 256
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 122 Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 80
Switch ..................................................... 299
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 287
Emergency ................................................ 427
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 437
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 434
Coolant ................................................... 347
Jump Starting .......................................... 407
Oil ........................................................... 342
Remote Engine Start................................ 241
Starting ................................................... 239
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 341
Engine Coolant ......................................... 347
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 348
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 347
Overheating ............................................ 409
Engine Oil ................................................. 342
Adding .................................................... 344
Checking................................................. 343
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 335
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 412
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 342
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 89, 414
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 377
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 185
F
Features.................................................... 227
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 374
Oil .......................................................... 345
Flat Tire ............................................. 385, 392
Floor Mats ................................................ 376
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 351
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 350
Engine Coolant ....................................... 347
Windshield Washer ................................. 351
Fog Lights ................................................. 171
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 192
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 198
Foot Brake ................................................ 302
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 187
Adjusting ................................................ 187
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 257
Fuel ..................................................... 23, 327
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 330
Gauge .................................................... 117
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 122
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 122
Recommendation.................................... 327
Refueling ................................................ 327
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 330
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................ 23
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Index
Door ....................................................... 185
Exterior ................................................... 185
Interior Rearview ..................................... 184
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 380
Moonroof ................................................. 163
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls .................................................. 119
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............ 119
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 326
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 434
O
Odometer................................................. 120
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 237
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 342
Adding ................................................... 344
Checking ................................................ 343
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 335
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 412
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 342
Viscosity.................................................. 342
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 340
Moonroof ............................................... 163
Power Windows...................................... 161
Tailgate................................................... 151 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 164
Outside Temperature Display .................. 121
Overheating .............................................. 409
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 254
Panic Mode ............................................... 160
Parking ...................................................... 316
Parking Brake ........................................... 299
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 78, 414
Parking Sensor System ............................. 318
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 168
POWER Button .......................................... 164
Power Tailgate .......................................... 153
Power Windows ........................................ 161
Precautions While Driving ....................... 245
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle .................................................. 245
Rain ......................................................... 245
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 385, 392
R
Radiator.................................................... 348
Range ........................................................ 122
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 437Rear Climate Control System
................... 222
From the Front Panel ............................... 222
From the Rear Panel ................................ 225
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 180
Rear Seats ................................................. 198
Second Row Seat ............................ 191, 192
Third Row Seat ........................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 184
Refueling .................................................. 327
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .......................................... 327, 432
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative
Braking ...................................................... 12
Regulations ............................... 296, 364, 435
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 241
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 146
Remote Transmitter ................................. 144
Replacement Battery .................................... 371, 372, 373
Bulbs ....................................................... 352
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 357
Fuses ............................... 418, 421, 424, 425
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 359
Tires ........................................................ 367
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 436
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 121
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 185
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 119, 125
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Index
Tires.......................................................... 361
Air Pressure..................................... 362, 433
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 361
Inspection ............................................... 361
Labeling .................................................. 362
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 385, 392
Regulations ............................................. 364
Rotation.................................................. 368
Spare Tire ....................................... 385, 433
Summer .................................................. 369
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 393
Tire Chains.............................................. 369
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 392
Wear Indicators....................................... 366
Winter .................................................... 369
Tools ......................................................... 384
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 236
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 236
Emergency .............................................. 427
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) with Tire Fill Assist ................................. 294
Indicator ........................................... 89, 416
Transmission ....................................... 21, 247
Dual Clutch............................... 21, 246, 247
Fluid ....................................................... 350
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 249
Number .................................................. 434
Sequential Mode..................................... 253
TRIP Button .............................................. 120
Trip Meter ................................................ 121 Troubleshooting
....................................... 383
Blown Fuse ...................... 418, 421, 424, 425
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 28
Emergency Towing .................................. 427
Noise When Braking .................................. 29
Overheating ............................................ 409
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 404
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 385, 392
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 27, 149
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 167
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 89
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 123
Turning on the Power .............................. 239
Does Not Activate .................................... 404
Jump Starting .......................................... 407
Remote Engine Start ................................ 241
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 205
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 139
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 18, 147
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 434Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®).................. 287
Off Button............................................... 288
Off Indicator.............................................. 88
System Indicator ................................ 88, 287
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 342, 433
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 287
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 99
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 412
Warning Labels ........................................... 76
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 438
Watts ......................................................... 432
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 366
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 389
Window Washers ..................................... 175
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 351
Switch ..................................................... 175
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 161
Windshield ................................................ 175
Cleaning ................................................. 378
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 221
Washer Fluid ........................................... 351
Wiper Blades ........................................... 357
Wipers and Washers................................ 175
Winter Tires .............................................. 369
Snow Tires .............................................. 369
Tire Chains .............................................. 369
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