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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever from 
(D to (P.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in pa rticular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle  near flammable objects, 
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended 
without confirming that Park is engaged.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal 
until you have confirmed that 
( P is shown 
on the shift lever  position Indicator.
1When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals 
simultaneously.
•Changing into ( P before the vehicle stops 
completely.
When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by 
depressing the accelerator pedal. 
Doing so may cause the items  to malfunction or a fire 
inside the vehicle. 

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Driving
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 
Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several 
factors, including driving conditions, load  weight, idling time, driving habits, and 
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the 
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle. 
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the 
multi-information display.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil,  displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside 
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
Direct calculation is  the recommended method to 
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel  economy numbers are 
established following a simulated test. For more 
information on how this test  is performed, please visit 
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of 
fuel Miles per 
Gallon
100 LiterKilometers L per 100 km 

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 504
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 505
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 506
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 507
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 511
Opening the Hood ........................... 512
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 513
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 514
Oil Check ......................................... 515
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 516
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...517 Engine Coolant ................................ 519
Transmission Fluid ............................ 521
Brake Fluid ....................................... 522
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 522
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 523Checking and Maintaining Wiper 
Blades .......................................... 529
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 531
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 532
Tire Labeling .................................... 532
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 534Wear Indicators................................ 536 Tire Service Life ................................ 536
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 537
Tire Rotation .................................... 538
Winter Tires ..................................... 539
Battery ............................................... 540
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 541
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate 
Control System* Maintenance............. 542Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 543
Exterior Care.................................... 545
Accessories and Modifications ........ 549
* 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  trips, when washing the vehicle, or when 
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Automatic Transmission Fluid  P. 521
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid  P. 522
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 531
•Check the operation of the  exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 523
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 529
■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 mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items  P. 509
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. 595
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.
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Maintenance
Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance items, which should be serviced at the same time that you replace the 
engine oil, appear on the multi-information display.
You can view them on the engine  oil life screen at any time.
To Use Maintenance MinderTM
1.Set the power mode to ON.
2. Press the   (Information) button until the engine oil life appears on the 
multi-information display.
■Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information1Displaying the Maintena nce Minder Information
Based on the engine ope rating conditions, the 
remaining engine oi l life is calculated and displayed 
as a percentage.
There is a list of maintena nce main and sub items you 
can view on the multi-information display. 2 Maintenance Service Items  P. 509
Displayed Engine Oil 
Life (%)Calculated Engine Oil  Life (%)
100 100 to 91
9090 to 81
80 80 to 71
7070 to 61
60 60 to 51
5050 to 41
40 40 to 31
3030 to 21
20 20 to 16
1515 to 11
10 10 to 6
55 to 1
00
Remaining Engine Oil Life
Maintenance Service Items Press the   
(Information) button 

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on  along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information 
Display
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
Maintenance Due Soon15%The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 
6 percent. Once you switch the 
display by pressing the   
(Information) button, this message 
will go off.The engine oil is approaching the end 
of its service life, and the maintenance 
items should be inspected and serviced 
soon.
Maintenance Due Now5%The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 
percent. Pressing the   
(Information) button to switch to 
another display.The engine oil has almost reached the 
end of its service life, and the 
maintenance items should be inspected 
and serviced as soon as possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe remaining engine oil life has 
passed its service life, and a negative 
distance appears after driving over 
10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 km 
(Canadian models).  Pressing the 
 (Information) button to 
switch to another display.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be 
inspected and serviced immediately.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the maintenance message in the 
multi-information display,  replace the brake fluid 
every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles 
(256,000 km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if 
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message 
Indicator
Sub Items
Main 
Item
*1: If the message 
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display 
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 593.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and  from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under 
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) / 100,000 km (Canada).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of  mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than 
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, 
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
* Not available on all models 

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Maintenance
Reset the engine oil life display if you  have performed the maintenance service.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Go to the  Maintenance Info. group.
2Customized Features  P. 303
3.Press and hold the  RESET button
u The oil life reset mode is displayed on the multi-information display.
4. Select  Reset with the   (Information) button, then push the  RESET 
button.
u The displayed maintenance items disappear, and the engine oil life display 
returns to  100%.
u To cancel the oil life reset mode, select  Cancel, then push the  RESET button.
■Resetting the Display1Resetting the Display
NOTICE
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance 
service results in the sy stem showing incorrect 
maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious 
mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset the en gine oil life display after 
completing the required ma intenance service. If 
someone other than a deal er performs maintenance 
service, reset the engine  oil life display yourself.
You can reset the engine oi l life display using the 
audio/information screen. 2 Customized Features  P. 303
Models with Display Audio
Models with color audio system
Press the 
 
(Information) 
button
RESET button