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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
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Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Specified fluid: HCF-2
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
4-cylinder models with continuously variable transmission (CVT)
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix HCF-2 with other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than HCF-2 may
adversely affect the operati on 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 HCF-2 is not covered by Honda's
new vehicl e warranty.
4-cylinder/6-cylinder models with manual transmission
1Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not availa ble, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper addi tives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
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Maintenance
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
6-cylinder models with automatic transmission1Automatic 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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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Use the same fluid for bo th the brakes and clutch.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Brake Reservoir
MIN
MAX
■Checking the Clutch Fluid
Manual transmission models1 Checking the Clutch Fluid
If the clutch fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for leaks or an excessively worn
clutch plate as soon as possible.
Clutch Reservoir
MIN MAX
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, the washer level
indicator comes on.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.Canadian models with information display
Canadian models with multi-information display
All models
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Unlock the holding clips, then remove the
upper part of the air intake duct and the air
intake tube.
1. Remove the reserve tank.
High beam headlight: LED type*
High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)*
Low beam headlight: LED type*
Low beam headlight: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)*
■High Beam Headlights
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on th e glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a de aler or by a qualified
technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Models with halogen headlights
All models
Models with halogen headlights
1 High Beam Headlights
High beam headlights ar e LED type. Have an
authorized Honda dealer in spect and replace the light
assembly.
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Tube
Holding Clip
Holding Clips
Driver side
6-cylinder models
Passenger side
All models
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
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2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it clockwise.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
1. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it clockwise.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.1High Beam Headlights
Press down the center pin until it clicks to unlock it.
Push the center pin back to lock the clip. Then, insert
the clip into the hole and press on the center pin until
it is flat.
Holding clip
Center pin
Push until
the pin is
flat.
TabCoupler
Bulb
■Low Beam Headlights
1
Low Beam Headlights
Low beam headlights are LED type. Have an
authorized Honda dealer in spect and replace the light
assembly.
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Tab
Coupler Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Lights*
Maintenance
Fog Lights*
Fog lights are LED type. Have an authoriz ed Honda dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
Front Turn Signal Lights
Front turn signal lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Front Side Marker Lights
Front side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Hond a dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Parking/Daytime Running Lights
Parking/daytime running lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
Side Turn Signal/Emer gency Indicator Lights*
Door mirror side turn lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Models with LED headlights
Models with LED headlights
Models with LED type parking/daytime running lights
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker/Parking Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screw, and
pull the inner fender back.
3. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W (Amber)
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker/P arking Light: 28/8 W (Amber)
Models with halogen headlights and LED type parking/daytime running lights
1Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Center pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Models with halogen headlights and bulb type parking lights
Models with halogen headlights and LED type parking/daytime running lights
Models with halogen headlights and bulb type parking lights
Holding Clip
Screw
Bulb Socket
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