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Maintenance
The driver position and rear passenger side
floor mats hook over floor anchors, which
keep them from sliding forward. To remove a
mat for cleaning, turn th e anchor knobs to the
unlock position. When reinstalling the mat
after cleaning, turn the knobs to the lock
position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.
To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allo w leather to air dry in the shade.
■Floor Mats1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear-seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock Unlock
Front (driver side)
Lock Unlock
Rear (passenger side)
■Maintaining Genuine Leather*1 Maintaining Genuine Leather*
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
* Not available on all models
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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Re gularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, pr omptly 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. 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 capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
If you need to lift the wiper arms away from the
windshield, first set the wiper arms to the
maintenance position.
2 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber P. 536
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 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 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 strong 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 pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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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. 597
•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, prov ince, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or other devices
that Honda has approved. Use of any other type of device may adversely affect the
vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly resulting in
a system malfunction, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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Index
Automatic Lighting.................................. 161
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 112, 118
Average Speed .......................................... 118
B
Battery....................................................... 549
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 591
Jump Starting .......................................... 585
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 549
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 551
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 222, 278
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 349, 372
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 72
Brake System ............................................. 474
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 480
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 477
Brake Assist System ................................. 481
Fluid ........................................................ 525
Foot Brake ............................................... 476
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 593, 594
Parking Brake .......................................... 474
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 121
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 166
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 527
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 534
Fog Lights ................................................ 529
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 532 Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 531
Headlights ............................................... 527
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 535
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 533
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 535
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 533
Taillight ................................................... 535
Bulb Specifications ........................... 606, 608
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Carrying Cargo ................................. 407, 409
Certification Label .................................... 610
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 527
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 591
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 147
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 72
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 67
Larger Children ......................................... 71
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Using a Tether ........................................... 69
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 556
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 554 Climate Control System
........................... 191
Changing the Mode................ 191, 192, 193
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 195
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 553
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 194
Sensors ................................................... 198
Synchronization Mode ............................ 197
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 191
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 482
Coat Hooks ............................................... 189
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 482
Compact Spare Tire .................. 563, 607, 609
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Continuously Variable Transmission
Creeping................................................. 421
Fluid ....................................................... 524
Kickdown ............................................... 421
Operating the Shift Lever ................ 423, 425
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 588
Shifting ........................................... 422, 424
Controls .................................................... 125
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 522
Adding the Coolant ................................ 523
Overheating ............................................ 589
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 421
Cruise Control .......................................... 433
Indicator ................................................... 87
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Index
Cup Holders.............................................. 184
Customer Service Information ................ 618
Customized Features ............................... 316
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 163
Dead Battery ............................................ 585
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 348
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 195
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 611
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 160
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 169
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 516
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 160
Display Button .......................................... 226
Display Setup .................................... 213, 248
Display/Information Button .................... 115
Door Mirrors ............................................. 170
Doors ........................................................ 128
Auto Door Locking.................................. 141
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 141
Door and Trunk Open Indicator........... 37, 83
Door Open Message ........................... 37, 97
Keys........................................................ 128
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 131 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 542
Driver Information Interface ................... 114
Warning and Information Messages .......... 97
Driving ....................................................... 405
Braking .................................................... 474
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 421
Cruise Control ......................................... 433
Shifting Gear ........................................... 428
Shifting Position .............................. 422, 424
Starting the Engine .......................... 412, 415
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 553
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................. 432
Elapsed Time ............................................. 118
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 83
Indicator ............................................ 83, 595
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 463
Emergency ................................................ 601
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 584
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 147, 603
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 613
Engine Coolant ................................................... 522
Jump Starting .......................................... 585
Oil ........................................................... 515
Starting ........................................... 412, 415
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 155
Engine Coolant ......................................... 522 Adding the Coolant................................. 523
Overheating ............................................ 589
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 515
Adding .................................................... 518
Checking................................................. 516
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ................................... 503, 507
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 591
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 515
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 156
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 595
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 73
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 556
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 170
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Features.................................................... 199
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 553
Oil ........................................................... 519
Flat Tire ..................................................... 563
Floor Mats ................................................. 555
Fluids Brake/Clutch ........................................... 525
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ..................................................... 524
Engine Coolant ....................................... 522
Manual Transmission ............................... 524
Windshield Washer ................................. 526
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