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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by
looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the MID.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake 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 for l eaks or worn brake pads as
soon as possible.
Brake Reservoir
MIN
MAX
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Models without washer level sensor
Models with washer level sensor
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is being monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal.
If there is a problem with the sensor, the warning message on MID will let you know.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 225
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 120
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1 Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals 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.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
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637Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
All models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
644
Handling the Unexpected
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem appears on the multi-informat ion display (MID), but this is
normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the MID
and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator w ill go off after a few miles (kilometers).
■TPMS with Tire Fill Assist and the Spare Tire1TPMS with Tire Fill Assist and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific whee ls. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mount ed inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
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Index
681
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 557
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 201
Accessories and Modifications ................ 634
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 200
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 518
Indicator ................................................... 92
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator ................................................... 92
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 599
Engine Oil ............................................... 594
Washer ................................................... 602
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 594
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 189
Front Seats.............................................. 177
Head Restraints ....................... 182, 183, 184
Mirrors.................................................... 175
Rear Seats ............................................... 186
Second Row Seat .................................... 179
Steering Wheel ....................................... 174
Temperature ........................................... 116
third row seat ......................................... 180
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 545
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ...................................... 214
Changing the Mode................................ 214
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 215 Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 215
Sensor ..................................................... 220
Synchronization Mode ............................. 217
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System) ...................................... 209
Cooling ................................................... 211
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 212
Heating ................................................... 210
Air Pressure ....................................... 614, 669
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
After a Collision ......................................... 49
Airbag Care ............................................... 57
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator .............................................. 55, 83
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ...................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
All-wheel drive (AWD) Indicator ............... 89
AM/FM Radio .................................... 235, 271
Android Auto
TM........................................ 310
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 557
Indicator .................................................... 83
Apple CarPlay
TM........................................ 307
Armrest ..................................................... 189
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 226 Audio System
............................ 222, 228, 246
Adjusting the Sound........................ 233, 264
AM/FM Radio .................................. 235, 271
Android Auto
TM....................................... 310
Apple CarPlayTM....................................... 307
Audio/Information Screen................ 229, 247
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 224
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 251
Closing Apps ........................................... 261
Display Setup .................................. 234, 265
Error Messages ........................................ 314
General Information ................................ 318
Home Screen........................................... 254
HondaLink ®............................................. 299
How to use Siri ® Eyes Free ....................... 306
iPod ................................................ 237, 285
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 266
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 240, 282, 294
Pandora ®................................................. 292
Playing a CD............................................ 282
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 243, 297
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio .......................... 275
Reactivating ............................................ 225
Recommended CDs ................................. 319
Remote Controls ..................................... 226
Security Code .......................................... 225
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 266
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ............................. 288
Status Area ............................................. 260
Theft Protection ...................................... 225
Updating Apps ........................................ 262
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Index
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 605
Fog Lights ............................................... 606
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 605
Front Turn Signal Lights .......................... 606
Headlights .............................................. 603
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 608
Parking Lights ................................. 605, 606
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 608
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 606
Taillight and Rear Side Marker Lights....... 607
Bulb Specifications ................................... 668
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 501
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Carrying Cargo ................................. 469, 471
CD Player .................................................. 282
Certification Label ................................... 670
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 603
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 654
Child Safety ................................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 133
Child Seat ................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 60
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 67
Larger Children ......................................... 72 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 133
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 631
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 629
Climate Control System ............................ 214
Changing the Mode ................................ 214
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 215
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 215
Sensors .................................................... 220
Synchronization Mode ............................. 217
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Clock .......................................................... 120
Coat Hook ................................................. 202
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 559
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM)
Indicator .............................................. 95, 96
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 637, 669
Compass .................................................... 465
Console Compartment ............................. 195
Controls ..................................................... 119
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 599
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 600
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 599
Overheating ............................................ 652
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 494
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 574 Cruise Control
........................................... 513
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 88
CRUISE MAIN Indicator.............................. 88
Indicator.................................................... 88
Cup Holders .............................................. 198
Customer Service Information ................. 678
Customized Features ................................ 367
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 166
Dead Battery ............................................. 649
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 402
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 212, 215
Detachable Anchor .................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 671
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 159
Rearview Mirror....................................... 175
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 595
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 158
Display Button .......................................... 247
Door Mirrors ............................................. 176
Doors ......................................................... 121
Auto Door Locking .................................. 134
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 134
Door Open Message.................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 15, 131
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Index
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 124
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 130
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 616
Driving ....................................................... 467
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 518
Automatic Transmission ........................... 494
Braking .................................................... 555
Cruise Control ......................................... 513
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 485
Shifting Gear ........................................... 497
Starting the Engine .................................. 487
Driving Position Memory System ............. 172
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 10
ECON Button ............................................. 510
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 86, 656
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 543
Emergency ................................................. 663
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 673
Engine Coolant ................................................... 599
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Number ................................................... 670
Oil ........................................................... 594
Remote Engine Start ................................ 489 Starting ................................................... 487
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 593
Engine Coolant ......................................... 599
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 600
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 599
Overheating ............................................ 652
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Engine Oil ................................................. 594
Adding .................................................... 596
Checking................................................. 595
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 587
Engine Oil Life ......................................... 117
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 79, 654
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 594
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 155
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 86, 656
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 631
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 176
F
Features.................................................... 221
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 628
Oil ........................................................... 597
Flat Tire ..................................................... 637
Floor Mats ................................................. 630
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 601 Brake ...................................................... 602
Engine Coolant ....................................... 599
Windshield Washer ................................. 602
FM/AM Radio ................................... 235, 271
Fog Lights ................................................. 162
Indicator ................................................... 87
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 187
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 188
Foot Brake ................................................ 556
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 177
Adjusting ................................................ 177
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 516
Fuel ..................................................... 24, 579
Economy................................................. 582
Gauge .................................................... 113
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 82
Range ..................................................... 117
Recommendation.................................... 579
Refueling ................................................ 579
Fuel Economy ........................................... 582
Fuel Fill Cap .............................................. 581
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 580
Unable to Unlock .................................... 664
Fuses ......................................................... 658
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 662
Locations ........................ 658, 659, 660, 661
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Index
M
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Sequential Mode Gear Selection
Indicator ................................................... 80
Maintenance ............................................ 583
Battery .................................................... 622
Brake Fluid .............................................. 602
Cleaning ................................................. 629
Coolant .................................................. 599
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 587
Oil .......................................................... 595
Precautions ............................................. 584
Radiator .................................................. 600
Remote Control ...................................... 625
Remote Transmitter ................................ 624
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 603
Safety ..................................................... 585
Service Items ........................................... 589
Tires........................................................ 613
Transmission Fluid ................................... 601
Under the Hood ...................................... 591
Wireless Headphone ............................... 626
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 79, 655
Map Lights ................................................ 192
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 471
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 113
MID (Multi-information Display) ............ 114
Mirrors ...................................................... 175
Adjusting ................................................ 175
Door ....................................................... 176
Exterior ................................................... 176 Interior Rearview ..................................... 175
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 634
Moonroof .................................................. 151
MP3 ........................................... 240, 282, 294
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................ 240, 282, 294
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............. 114
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 578
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 670
O
Odometer.................................................. 115
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 485
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 594
Adding .................................................... 596
Checking ................................................. 595
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 587
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 79, 654
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 594
Viscosity .................................................. 594
Open Source Licences ............................... 336
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 592
Moonroof................................................ 151
Power Windows ...................................... 149
Tailgate ................................................... 138
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 155 Outside Temperature Display
.................. 116
Overheating .............................................. 652
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .... 22, 504
Pandora ®................................................... 292
Panic Mode ............................................... 148
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 152
Parking ...................................................... 568
Parking Brake ........................................... 555
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 78, 656
Parking Sensor System ............................. 570
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 159
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 243, 297
Power Tailgate ......................................... 141
Power Windows ....................................... 149
Precautions While Driving ....................... 493
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle .................................................. 493
Rain ........................................................ 493
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 637
R
Radiator.................................................... 600
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 235, 271
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 275
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