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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle 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.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. St anding 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 capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
Air Intake Vents
* Not available on all models
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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 resi n 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 lo se their luster or appear burn ished. 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 corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
* Not available on all models
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlig hts, brake lights, 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 may result in moisture developing on the lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction. However, 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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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install accessories 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 overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 567
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
1Accessories 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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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, province, territory, and local regulations.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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Index
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 143
Customize ............................... 124, 144, 337
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 460
Indicator ............................................ 78, 460
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ............................................ 78, 460
Automatic Lighting .................................. 163
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 111, 115
Average Speed .......................................... 115
B
Battery....................................................... 531
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 561
Jump Starting .......................................... 555
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 531
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 533
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 185
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 226, 282
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 339, 362
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 71
Brake System ............................................. 457
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 463
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 460
Brake Assist System ................................. 464
Fluid ........................................................ 508
Foot Brake ............................................... 459
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 563, 564
Parking Brake .......................................... 457
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 168Bulb Replacement
.................................... 510
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear
Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights ... 517
Fog Lights ............................................... 512
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 515
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 514
Headlights ............................................... 510
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 518
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 516
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 518
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 516
Taillights.................................................. 518
Bulb Specifications ........................... 576, 578
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 72
Carrying Cargo ................................. 397, 399
Certification Label .................................... 580
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 510
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 561
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks............................. 142
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 149
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 71
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 67 Larger Children ......................................... 70
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 64
Using a Tether .......................................... 68
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 142
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 538
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 536
Climate Control System ........................... 196
Changing the Mode................................ 196
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 535
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 198
Sensors ................................................... 202
Synchronized Mode ................................ 201
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 196
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 465
Coat Hooks ............................................... 190
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 465
Compact Spare Tire .................. 545, 577, 579
Console Compartment ............................. 184
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 410
Fluid ....................................................... 507
Kickdown ............................................... 410
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 24, 412
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 558
Shifting ................................................... 411
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Index
Controls.................................................... 127
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 505
Adding the Coolant ................................ 506
Overheating ............................................ 559
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 410
Cruise Control .......................................... 417
Indicator ................................................... 86
Cup Holders .............................................. 185
Customer Service Information ................ 588
Customized Features ....................... 118, 308
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 165
Dead Battery ............................................ 555
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 338
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 194, 199
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 581
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 162
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 171
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 499
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 162
Display Button .......................................... 230
Display Setup .................................... 217, 252
Display/Information Button .................... 113
Door Mirrors ............................................. 172 Doors
......................................................... 130
Auto Door Locking .................................. 143
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 143
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 37, 82
Door Open Message ............................ 37, 94
Keys ........................................................ 130
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside............................................... 140
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside............................................ 133
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 525
Driver Information Interface ................... 113
Driving ....................................................... 395
Braking .................................................... 457
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 410
Cruise Control ......................................... 417
Shifting Gear ........................................... 413
Shifting Position ...................................... 411
Starting the Engine .......................... 402, 404
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 535
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................. 416
Elapsed Time ............................................. 115
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 82
Indicator ............................................ 82, 565
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 447Emergency
................................................ 571
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 554
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 149, 573
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 583
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 505
Jump Starting .......................................... 555
Oil ........................................................... 498
Starting ........................................... 402, 404
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 157
Engine Coolant ......................................... 505
Adding the Coolant................................. 506
Overheating ............................................ 559
Temperature Gauge ................................ 109
Engine Oil ................................................. 498
Adding .................................................... 501
Checking................................................. 499
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ................................... 485, 490
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 561
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 498
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 158
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 565
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 72
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 538
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 172
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Index
Heating and Cooling SystemDust and Pollen Filter .............................. 535
Heating System ........................................ 193
Changing the Mode................................ 193
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 194
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 194
Sensors ................................................... 195
Using Automatic Heating ........................ 193
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 339, 362
High Beam Indicator .................................. 84
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 403, 408
HondaLink ®.............................................. 284
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Identification Numbers ............................ 580
Vehicle Identification............................... 580
Ignition Switch ......................................... 157
Illumination Control ................................ 168
Knob ...................................................... 168
Immobilizer System .................................. 150
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 85
Indicators .................................................... 76
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ..................................... 89, 422
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 81
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 78, 460
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 78, 460
Brake Depressing ...................................... 87
Charging System............................... 79, 561 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 91, 92
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 86, 418
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 86, 417
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 37, 82
ECON Mode ...................................... 86, 416
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System............................................. 82, 565
Fog Light ................................................... 84
High Beam ................................................ 84
Immobilizer System .................................... 85
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 90, 442
Lights On ................................................... 84
Low Fuel .................................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 78, 561
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 83, 452, 455, 566
Maintenance Minder ......................... 86, 485
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 79, 562
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ........................................... 77, 564
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)........................................ 76, 563, 564
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 88
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 80
Security System Alarm ............................... 85
Shift Lever Position .................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 81
System Message ........................................ 84
Transmission .............................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 84 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®
)
System ............................................ 81, 447
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 448
Washer Level ............................................. 86
Information .............................................. 575
Information Display ................................. 110
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 111, 116
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control................................... 168
Interior Lights ........................................... 181
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 171
iPod ................................................... 220, 270
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 548
Jump Starting ........................................... 555
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 131
Keys ........................................................... 130
Keys ........................................................ 130
Number Tag ............................................ 131
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 142
Remote Transmitter ................................. 137
Types and Functions ................................ 130
Won’t Turn ............................................... 29
Kickdown (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 410
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