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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminal with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
The indicators for the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF, Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
* and Collision Mi tigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM)* may come on after re-
connecting the battery. Drive a short distance at
more than 12 mph (20 km/h ). The indicators should
go off. If they do not, have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 574
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 575
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 582
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 594
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 595Emergency Engine Stop ................... 596
Jump Starting .................................... 597
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 600
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 601 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On....603
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 603
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 604
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 605
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 606 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 607
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 608
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 609
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 612
Emergency Towing ........................... 613
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 614
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....615
Refueling ........................................... 616
* Not available on all models
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597Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 527
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the heating system*/climate control system*, rear defogger, and
other electrical systems, and immedi ately contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models
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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 560
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 603
Jump Starting .......................................... 597
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 560
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 562
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 191
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 234, 290
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 361, 385
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 72
Brake System ............................................. 484
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 490
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 487
Brake Assist System ................................. 491
Fluid ........................................................ 536
Foot Brake ............................................... 486
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 605, 606
Parking Brake .......................................... 484
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 120
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 174
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 538
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 545
Fog Lights ................................................ 540
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 543
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 542
Headlights ............................................... 538
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 546 Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 544
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 546
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 544
Taillights.................................................. 546
Bulb Specifications ........................... 618, 620
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 73
Carrying Cargo ................................. 421, 423
Certification Label .................................... 622
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 538
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 603
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks............................. 148
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 155
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
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 148
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 567
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 565 Climate Control System
........................... 202
Changing the Mode................................ 202
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 206
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 564
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 205
Sensors ................................................... 209
Synchronized Mode ................................ 208
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 202
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 492
Coat Hooks ............................................... 196
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 492
Compact Spare Tire .................. 575, 619, 621
Console Compartment ............................. 190
Continuously Variable Transmission
Creeping................................................. 435
Fluid ....................................................... 535
Kickdown ............................................... 435
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 24, 437
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 600
Shifting ................................................... 436
Controls .................................................... 133
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 533
Adding the Coolant ................................ 534
Overheating ............................................ 601
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 435
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Index
Heaters (Front Seat)................................. 197
Heaters (Rear Seat) .................................. 198
Heating System ........................................ 199
Changing the Mode................................ 199
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 200
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 564
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 200
Sensors ................................................... 201
Using Automatic Heating ........................ 199
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 361, 385
High Beam Indicator .................................. 85
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 428, 433
Honda App License Agreement .............. 312
Honda Sensing
TM........................................ 26
HondaLink ®.............................................. 292
I
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification............................... 622
Ignition Switch ......................................... 163
Illumination Control Knob ...................................................... 174
Immobilizer System .................................. 156
Immobilizer System Indicator............... 86, 87 Indicators
.................................................... 76
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF) ..................................... 91, 448
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 81
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 78, 487
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 78, 487
Brake Depressing ....................................... 89
Charging System ............................... 79, 603
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 93, 94
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 88, 444
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 88, 443
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 37, 83
ECON Mode ...................................... 88, 442
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 83, 607
Fog Light ................................................... 85
High Beam ................................................ 85
Immobilizer System .............................. 86, 87
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 92, 468
Lights On ................................................... 85
Low Fuel .................................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 78, 603
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 84, 479, 482, 608
Maintenance Minder ......................... 88, 513
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 79, 604
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ........................................... 77, 606 Parking Brake and Brake System
(Red) ....................................... 76, 605, 606
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 90
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 80
Security System Alarm ............................... 87
Shift Lever Position .................................... 79
SPORT Mode ..................................... 83, 441
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 81
System Message ........................................ 85
Transmission System.................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® )
System ............................................ 82, 473
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 474
Washer Level ............................................. 88
Information .............................................. 617
Information Display ................................. 110
Warning and Information Messages .......... 95
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 111, 118
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control................................... 174
Interior Lights ........................................... 187
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 177
iPod ................................................... 228, 278
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