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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 72Safety Labels P. 73
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 153 Security System P. 156 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 159
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 163 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 177
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 187 Heating System
* P. 199
Audio Error Messages P. 307General Information on the Audio System P. 310
When Driving P. 424 Braking P. 482Parking Your Vehicle P. 498
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 504 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 505
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 521 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 536
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 548 Battery P. 558 Remote Transmitter Care P. 560
Cleaning P. 563 Accessories and Modifications P. 568
Engine Does Not Start P. 592 Jump Starting P. 595 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 598
Fuses P. 607 Emergency Towing P. 611 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 612
Devices that Emit Radio Waves  P. 621 Reporting Safety Defects P. 622
Authorized Manuals P. 627 Customer Service Information P. 628
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 417
MaintenanceP. 507
Handling the UnexpectedP. 571
InformationP. 615
IndexP. 629
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
System Message 
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds when 
you turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1, then goes off.●Comes on along with a beep 
when a problem is detected. A 
system message on the driver 
information interface appears at 
the same time.
●While the indicator is on, press the   
(display/information) button to see the 
message again.
●Refer to the Indicators information in this 
chapter when a system message appears 
on the driver information interface. Take 
the appropriate action for the message.
●The driver information interface does not 
return to the normal screen unless the 
warning is canceled, or the   button 
is pressed.
—
Turn Signal and 
Hazard Warning 
Indicators
●Blink when you operate the turn 
signal lever.
●Blink along with all turn signals 
when you press the hazard 
warning button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly  - A 
turn signal light bulb has blown. Change 
the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 540, 543 
—
High Beam 
Indicator●Comes on when the high beam 
headlights are on.——
Lights On 
Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light 
switch is on, or in AUTO* when 
the exterior lights are on.
●If you remove the key from the ignition 
switch*1 while the exterior lights are on, a 
chime sounds when the driver’s door is 
opened.—
Fog Light 
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights are 
on.——
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 508
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 509Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 510
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 511
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 521Opening the Hood ........................... 523
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 524
Oil Check ......................................... 525
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 527
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 528
Engine Coolant ................................ 531
Transmission Fluid ............................ 533
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 534
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 535
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 536
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 545Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 548
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 549Tire Labeling .................................... 549DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 551Wear Indicators................................ 553
Tire Service Life ................................ 553 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 554
Tire Rotation .................................... 555
Winter Tires ..................................... 556
Battery ............................................... 558
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 560
Heating System
*/Climate Control 
System* Maintenance .................... 562
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 563
Exterior Care.................................... 565
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 568
Modifications................................... 569
* 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.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when 
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake/clutch* fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch* Fluid  P. 534
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires  P. 548
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 536
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
■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 ma intenance services should 
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals 
indicated by the information display
*/driver 
information interface*.
2 Maintenance Service Items  P. 513, 518
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. 627
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
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.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.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)*
High beam headlight:LED type*
Low beam headlight:55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)*
Low beam headlight:LED type*
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration,  or a scratch on the 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, have the aiming readjusted 
at a dealer 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.
Headlights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda 
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Models with halogen headlights
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Tab Coupler
Bulb
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
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.
■Low Beam Headlights
Models with halogen headlights
TabCoupler
Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip 
screwdriver, remove  the bolt, and push up 
the under cover.
Fog Light: 35 W (H8 for halogen bulb type)
1 Fog 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.
Push until the pin 
is flat.
Clips
Bolt
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to 
remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light 
assembly and turn it clockwise.
5. Insert the coupler into  the connector of the 
bulb.1 Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot wh en lit. Oil, perspiration, 
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to 
overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen  bulb, handle it by its 
plastic case, and protect th e glass from contact with 
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean 
it with denatured alc ohol and a clean cloth.
Tab
CouplerBulb
* Not available on all models
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