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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 556
Safety When Performing Maintenance...557Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 558
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 559
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 569
Opening the Hood ........................... 571
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 572
Oil Check ......................................... 573
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 575
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...576
Engine Coolant ................................ 579
Transmission Fluid ............................ 583
Brake Fluid ....................................... 584
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 585
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 586
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 593Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 597
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 598Tire Labeling .................................... 598DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 600Wear Indicators................................ 602
Tire Service Life ................................ 602 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 603
Tire Rotation .................................... 604
Winter Tires ..................................... 605
Battery ............................................... 606
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 608
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 610Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 611
Exterior Care.................................... 613
Accessories and Modifications .......... 616
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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 brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 584
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 597
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 586
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 593
■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 information display
*/driver
information interface*.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 561, 566
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. 662
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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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 618
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 619
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 626
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 627
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 628
Jump Starting .................................... 629
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 632
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 633 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On................................................ 637
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 637
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 638
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 639
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On ..... 640
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 641
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 643
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 644
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 647
Emergency Towing ........................... 648
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 649Refueling................................................. 650
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Index
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 632
Shifting ................................................... 469
Controls .................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) .............................. 579, 581
Adding the Coolant ................................ 580
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 582
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 581
Overheating ............................................ 633
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 468
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 543
Cruise Control .................................. 472, 475
Indicator ................................................... 93
Cup Holders .............................................. 215
Customer Service Information ................ 663
Customized Features ............................... 351
Customizing the Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking Setting .................................. 147
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 184
Dead Battery ............................................ 629
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 383
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 227
Detachable Anchor .................................... 46
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 656
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 177
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 195 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 573
Directional Signals (Turn Signals) ............ 176
Display Setup .................................... 245, 283
Display/Information Button ..................... 122
Door Mirrors ............................................. 196
Doors ......................................................... 134
Auto Door Locking .................................. 146
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 146
Door Open Indicator ............................ 38, 87
Keys ........................................................ 134
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside..................................................... 144
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 137
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 143
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 600
Driver Information Interface ................... 122
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 197
Driving ....................................................... 447
Braking .................................................... 524
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 468
Cruise Control ................................. 472, 475
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 458
Shifting Gear ........................................... 469
Starting the Engine .......................... 460, 462
Driving Position Memory System ............. 192
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 610
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 471
Elapsed Time ............................................. 125
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 88, 641
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 509
Emergency ................................................ 648
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 658
Engine Coolant ........................................... 579, 581
Jump Starting .......................................... 629
Number................................................... 654
Oil ........................................................... 572
Starting ........................................... 460, 462
Switch Buzzer.................................. 171, 174
Engine Coolant ................................. 579, 581
Adding the Coolant................................. 580
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 582
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 581
Overheating ............................................ 633
Temperature Gauge ................................ 118
Engine Oil ................................................. 572
Adding .................................................... 575
Checking................................................. 573
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 559, 564
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 83, 637
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 172
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 641
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 76
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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 501
LaneWatchTM............................................. 515
Language (HFL) ................................. 388, 412
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 68, 72
Lights ................................................. 177, 586
Automatic ............................................... 178
Bulb Replacement .................................... 586
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 184
Fog Lights ................................................ 180
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Interior .................................................... 207
Light Switches ......................................... 177
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................. 176
Load Limits ................................................ 451
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 134
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 146
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 145
From Inside .............................................. 144
From Outside ........................................... 137
Keys ........................................................ 134
Using a Key ............................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 143
Low Battery Charge .................................. 637
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 83, 637
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal
Strength ................................................... 136
Lower Anchors ...................................... 68, 72
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 451Lumbar Support
....................................... 198
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 198
M
Maintenance............................................. 555
Adding the Coolant................................. 580
Battery .................................................... 606
Brake Fluid .............................................. 584
Cleaning ................................................. 611
Coolant ........................................... 579, 581
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 559
Oil ........................................................... 573
Precautions ............................................. 556
Radiator .................................................. 582
Remote Transmitter ................................. 608
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 586
Safety...................................................... 557
Service Items ................................... 561, 566
Tires ........................................................ 597
Transmission Fluid ................................... 583
Under the Hood ...................................... 569
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 83, 638
Map Lights ................................................ 209
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 451
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 118
Mirrors ...................................................... 195
Adjusting ................................................ 195
Door ....................................................... 196
Exterior ................................................... 196
Interior Rearview ..................................... 195 Modifications (and Accessories)
.............. 616
Moonroof ................................................. 167
MP3 ................................................... 253, 309
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 547
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 654
O
Odometer......................................... 119, 123
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 458
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 572
Adding ................................................... 575
Checking ................................................ 573
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 559, 564
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 83, 637
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
Viscosity.................................................. 572
Open Source Licenses .............................. 350
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 571
Moonroof ............................................... 167
Power Windows...................................... 164
Tailgate................................................... 150
Outside Temperature Display ......... 121, 129
Overheating ............................................. 633
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Index
U
Under-floor Storage Area....................... 214
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 137
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 15
USB Flash Drives ....................... 253, 309, 335
USB Port(s) ................................................ 233
V
Valet Key.................................................. 135
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 654
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 509
Off Button .............................................. 510
Off Indicator ............................................. 87
System Indicator ....................................... 86
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 572, 653
Voice Control Operation ......................... 285
Audio Commands ................................... 287
Climate Control Commands.................... 288
General Commands ................................ 288
Music Search Commands ........................ 288
On Screen Commands ............................ 288
Phone Commands .................................. 287
Useful Commands .................................. 287
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 286
Voice Recognition ................................... 285
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 509
W
Wallpaper......................................... 242, 270
Warning and Information Messages ......................................... 103, 104
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 637
Warning Labels ........................................... 77
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 660
Watts ......................................................... 652
WAV .......................................................... 253
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 602
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 622
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 319
Window Washers ...................................... 185
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 585
Switch ..................................................... 185
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 164
Windshield ................................................ 185
Cleaning .......................................... 611, 614
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 227
Washer Fluid ........................................... 585
Wiper Blades ........................................... 593
Wipers and Washers ................................ 185
Winter Tires .............................................. 605
Snow Tires ............................................... 605
Tire Chains .............................................. 605
Wipers and Washers ................................. 185
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 186
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 593
Front ....................................................... 185
Rear ........................................................ 187 WMA
................................................. 253, 309
Worn Tires ................................................ 597
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