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uuWhen Driving uContinuously Variable Transmission*
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
Continuously Variable Transmission*
The engine runs at a higher id le speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator peda l while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unex pectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Failure to operate your vehi cle correctly might result
in a crash or a rollover.
2 Important Handling Information P. 32
2 Precautions While Driving P. 346
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 392
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 393
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 394
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 395
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 399
Opening the Hood ........................... 400
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 401
Oil Check ......................................... 402
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 403
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 404
Engine Coolant ................................ 406
Transmission Fluid ............................ 408
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 409
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 410
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 411
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 419Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 423
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 425
Tire Labeling .................................... 425
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 427Wear Indicators................................ 429 Tire Service Life ................................ 429
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 430
Tire Rotation .................................... 431
Winter Tires ..................................... 432
Battery ............................................... 433
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 435
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 437
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 438
Exterior Care.................................... 440
Accessories and Modifications ........ 443
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda HCF-2 Transmission Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Continuously variable transmission models
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix HCF-2 with other transmission fluids
Using a transmission fluid other than HCF-2 may
adversely affect the operati on and durability of your
vehicle's transmission, and damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to HCF-2 is not covered by Honda's
new vehicle limited warranty.
Manual transmission models
1 Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not availa ble, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper addi tives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch* Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
Use the same fluid for bo th the brakes and clutch.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
The brake fluid reserve tank is also used for
your vehicle’s clutch fluid. As long as you keep
the brake fluid level as instructed above, there
is no need for checking the clutch fluid level.
Specified fluid: Honda He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake/Clutch* Fluid
1Brake/Clutch* Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
MIN
MAXManual transmission models
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
B
Battery...................................................... 433
Charging System Indicator ................ 77, 465
Jump Starting ......................................... 460
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 433
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 435
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ..................................... 155
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............ 274, 297
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 69
Brake System ............................................ 377
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 383
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 380
Brake Assist System................................. 384
Foot Brake .............................................. 379
Indicator (Amber) ...................................... 74
Indicator (Red) .................................. 74, 467
Parking Brake.......................................... 377
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............... 74
Brake System Indicator (Red) .................... 74
Brake/Clutch System Fluid ....................................................... 409
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 136Bulb Replacement
.................................... 411
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 416
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights ........... 417
Fog Lights ................................................ 413
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 413
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 412
Headlights ............................................... 411
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 417
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 418
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 415
Side Turn Signal, Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 414
Bulb Specifications ................................... 480
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 70
Cargo Cover .............................................. 161
Cargo Floor Box ........................................ 157
Carrying Cargo .................................. 329, 331
CD Player ........................................... 193, 216
Certification Label .................................... 482
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 411
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 465
Child Safety ................................................. 57
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110 Child Seat
.................................................... 57
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 59
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 60
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 64
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 59
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 110
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 440
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 438
Climate Control System ............................ 167
Synchronization Mode............................. 174
Clock ............................................................ 96
Coat Hook ................................................. 159
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 448, 481
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 347
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 352
Creeping ................................................. 347
Kickdown ................................................ 347
Operating the Shift Lever........... 21, 349, 351
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 462
Shifting ........................................... 348, 350
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Fluid ........................................................ 408
Controls ....................................................... 95
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Index
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 365
Indicator ................................................... 86
LaneWatch
TM............................................ 370
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 62
Lights ................................................ 129, 411
Bulb Replacement ................................... 411
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 133
Fog Lights ............................................... 132
High Beam Indicator ................................. 82
Interior.................................................... 152
Light Switches......................................... 129
Lights On Indicator.................................... 82
Turn Signals ............................................ 129
Load Limits ............................................... 331
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 98
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 110
From Inside ............................................. 107
From Outside .......................................... 101
Keys.......................................................... 98
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 106
Using a Key............................................. 105
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 106
Low Battery Charge ................................. 465
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 465
Lower Anchors ........................................... 62
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 481
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 331
M
Maintenance............................................. 391
Battery .................................................... 433
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 409
Cleaning .................................................. 438
Coolant ................................................... 406
Heating and Cooling Sy stem/Climate Control
System................................................... 437
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 395
Oil ........................................................... 402
Precautions .............................................. 393
Radiator .................................................. 407
Remote Transmitter ................................. 435
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 411
Safety ...................................................... 393
Service Items ........................................... 397
Tires ........................................................ 423
Transmission Fluid ................................... 408
Under the Hood ...................................... 399
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 77, 466
Manual Transmission ................................ 354
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 356
Map Lights ................................................ 153
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 331
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 90
Mirrors ....................................................... 140
Adjusting ................................................. 140
Door........................................................ 141
Exterior .................................................... 141
Interior Rearview ..................................... 140 Modifications (and Accessories)
.............. 443
Moonroof ................................................. 123
MP3 ................................... 193, 199, 216, 224
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 386
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 482
O
Odometer................................................... 92
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 337
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 401
Adding .................................................... 403
Checking................................................. 402
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 395
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 465
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 401
Viscosity .................................................. 401
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ....... 123
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 400
Moonroof ............................................... 123
Power Windows ...................................... 121
Tailgate ................................................... 115
Overheating .............................................. 463
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Index
Shift Lever.......................... 21, 348, 350, 354
Operation ................................. 21, 349, 351
Releasing ................................................ 462
Won’t Move ........................................... 462
Shift Lever Position Indicator .... 77, 349, 351
Shifting (Transmission) ............ 348, 350, 354
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 40
Side Airbags ............................................... 51
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 53
Siri ® Eyes Free ........................................... 232
Snow Tires ................................................ 432
Spare Tire ......................................... 448, 481
Spark Plugs ............................................... 480
Specifications ........................................... 480
Specified Fuel ................................... 388, 480
Speedometer .............................................. 90
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 47
Starter System Indicator ............................ 82
Starting the Engine .......................... 339, 342
Does Not Start ........................................ 457
Engine Switch Buzzer ...................... 124, 127
Jump Starting ......................................... 460
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 139
Stopping ................................................... 385
Summer Tires ............................................ 432
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 47
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 124T
Tachometer ................................................. 90
Tailgate ..................................................... 115
Unable to Open ....................................... 476
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 79
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 79
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 160
Time (Setting) ............................................. 96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 373
Indicator ............................................ 81, 469
Tires ........................................................... 423
Air Pressure ..................................... 425, 481
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 423
Inspection ................................................ 424
Labeling .................................................. 425
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 448
Regulations ............................................. 427
Rotation .................................................. 431
Spare Tire ........................................ 448, 481
Summer .................................................. 432
Tire Chains .............................................. 432
Wear Indicators ....................................... 429
Winter ..................................................... 432
Tools .......................................................... 446
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 333
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 334
Emergency .............................................. 475 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 373
Indicator............................................ 81, 469
Transmission ............................. 348, 350, 354
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode .................... 352
Continuously Variable ............................. 347
Fluid ........................................................ 408
Manual ................................................... 354
Number................................................... 482
Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 77, 349, 351
Trip Meter ................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 445
Blown Fuse...................................... 470, 472
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 26
Emergency Towing .................................. 475
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 457
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 463
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 448
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 26, 110
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 462
Warning Indicators .................................... 74
Turn Signals .............................................. 129
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 82
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