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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Automatic intermittent wiper equipmen t vehicles, wipers switch to OFF.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the fuel fill door directly. A
high-pressure spray ma y cause it to open.
Air Intake Vents
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake light s, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside-lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics ma y result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction. Ho wever, if you see large amounts of water
accumulation, or large water drops building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshie ld. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any access ories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 608
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the inst aller contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Honda parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, prov ince, territory, and local regulations.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
1 Accessories and Modifications
Honda Genuine accessor ies are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Index
Automatic Lighting.................................. 171
Average Fuel Economy .................... 116, 120
Average Speed ......................................... 120
B
Battery...................................................... 571
Charging System Indicator ................ 81, 602
Jump Starting ......................................... 596
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 571
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 573
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ..................................... 197
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 296
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............ 356, 382
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 497
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 504
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 501
Brake Assist System................................. 505
Fluid ....................................................... 546
Foot Brake .............................................. 500
Indicator (Red) .......................... 78, 604, 605
Parking Brake.......................................... 497
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 180
Bulb Replacement .................................... 548
Brake Light, Rear Tu rn Signal Light and
Back-Up Light ....................................... 554
Fog Lights ............................................... 550
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 552
Front Turn Signal Lights .......................... 551 Headlights ............................................... 548
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 555
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 553
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 555
Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 553
Taillights .................................................. 555
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights ............. 555
Bulb Specifications ................................... 618
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 74
Cargo Hook ............................................... 203
Carrying Cargo .................................. 417, 419
Certification Label .................................... 620
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 548
Charging System Indicator ................. 81, 602
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 149
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................. 73
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 67
Larger Children .......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Using a Tether ........................................... 69
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 149 Cleaning the Exterior
............................... 579
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 576
Climate Control System ............................ 208
Changing the Mode ................................ 208
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 212
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 575
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 211
Sensors ................................................... 215
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 208
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 506
Coat Hooks ............................................... 202
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 506
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 585, 619
Console Compartment ............................. 196
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping ................................................. 430
Fluid ........................................................ 545
Kickdown ................................................ 430
Operating the Shift Lever................... 23, 432
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 599
Shifting ................................................... 431
Controls ..................................................... 133
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 543
Adding the Coolant................................. 544
Overheating ............................................ 600
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 430
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Index
Indicators..................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 94, 448
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 84
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 88
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 80, 501
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 80, 501
Brake Depressing ....................................... 91
Charging System ............................... 81, 602
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 96, 97
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 90, 444
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 90, 442
Door and Hatch Open.......................... 37, 85
ECON Mode ...................................... 90, 441
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 85, 606
Fog Light ................................................... 88
High Beam................................................. 87
Immobilizer System .................................... 89
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 95, 482
Lights On ................................................... 87
Low Fuel .................................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 80, 602
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 86, 492, 495
M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/ Shift Indicator .......................................... 82
Maintenance Minder ......................... 91, 527
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 81, 603
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ... 79
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ........................................ 78, 604, 605 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 92
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 83
Security System Alarm ............................... 90
Shift Down ................................................ 82
Shift Lever Position .................................... 81
Shift Up..................................................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 84
System Message ........................................ 87
Transmission ............................................. 83
Turn Signal ................................................ 87
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 84, 487
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 85, 488
Information .............................................. 617
Information Display ................................. 115
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 116, 121
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control................................... 180
Interior Lights ........................................... 193
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 183
iPod ........................................................... 284
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 589
Jump Starting ........................................... 596
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 137 Keys
........................................................... 136
Number Tag............................................ 137
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 149
Remote Transmitter ................................ 143
Types and Functions................................ 136
Won’t Turn ............................................... 28
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 430
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 480
LaneWatchTM............................................ 490
Language (HFL) ................................ 358, 384
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 65
Lights ................................................ 170, 548
Automatic............................................... 171
Bulb Replacement ................................... 548
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 173
Fog Lights ............................................... 173
High Beam Indicator ................................. 87
Interior.................................................... 193
Light Switches......................................... 170
Lights On Indicator.................................... 87
Turn Signals ............................................ 170
Load Limits ............................................... 419
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 136
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 150
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 149
From Inside ............................................. 147
From Outside .......................................... 138
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Keys........................................................ 136
Using a Key............................................. 145
Low Battery Charge ................................. 602
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 80, 602
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 137
Lower Anchors ........................................... 65
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 419
M
Maintenance............................................ 523
Adding the Coolant ................................ 544
Battery .................................................... 571
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 546
Cleaning ................................................. 576
Climate Control System .......................... 575
Coolant .................................................. 543
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 527
Oil .......................................................... 539
Precautions ............................................. 524
Remote Transmitter ................................ 573
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 548
Safety ..................................................... 525
Service Items ................................... 529, 533
Tires........................................................ 561
Transmission Fluid ................................... 545
Under the Hood ...................................... 536
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 81, 603
Manual Transmission ............................... 438 Map Lights
................................................ 194
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 419
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 114
Mirrors ....................................................... 183
Adjusting ................................................. 183
Door........................................................ 184
Exterior .................................................... 184
Interior Rearview ..................................... 183
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 582
Moonroof .................................................. 164
MP3 ................................................... 237, 293
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 515
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 620
O
Odometer.......................................... 115, 119
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 538
Adding .................................................... 540
Checking ................................................. 539
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 527, 531
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 80, 602
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 538
Viscosity .................................................. 538
Open Source Licences ............................... 322
Opening
Hatch ...................................................... 614 Opening/Closing
Hatch ...................................................... 154
Hood....................................................... 537
Moonroof ............................................... 164
Power Windows ...................................... 161
Outside Temperature Display .......... 117, 121
Overheating .............................................. 600
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual
Shift Mode) ............................... 24, 435, 436
Pandora ®................................................... 291
Panic Mode ............................................... 160
Parking ...................................................... 514
Parking Brake ........................................... 497
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 79
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................... 78, 604, 605
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 170
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 240, 296
Power Windows ....................................... 161
Precautions While Driving ....................... 429
Rain ........................................................ 429
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 585
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