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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 518
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 519
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 520
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 521
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 525
Opening the Hood ........................... 526
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 527
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 528
Oil Check ......................................... 529
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 530
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...531 Engine Coolant ................................ 533
Transmission Fluid ............................ 535
Brake Fluid ....................................... 536
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 536
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 537Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 543
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 545
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 546
Tire Labeling .................................... 546
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 548Wear Indicators................................ 550 Tire Service Life ................................ 550
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 551
Tire Rotation .................................... 552
Winter Tires ..................................... 553
Battery ............................................... 554
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 555
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 556Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 557
Exterior Care.................................... 559
Accessories and Modifications ........ 563
* Not available on all models

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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 automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 535
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 536
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 545
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 537
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 543
■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 mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 523
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. 609
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

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 566
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 567
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 576
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 577
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 578
Jump Starting .................................... 579
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 582Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 583
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 585
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 585
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 586
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 587
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 587 If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes
On or Blinks........................................ 588
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 589
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 593
Emergency Towing ........................... 594
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 595
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 596

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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 492
Indicator ............................................. 88, 89
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 567, 601
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 109
Conversation Mirror ................................ 179
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 533
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 534
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 533
Overheating ............................................ 583
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 439
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 506
Cruise Control .......................................... 445
Indicator ................................................... 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customer Service Information ................ 610
Customized Features ............................... 317
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 579
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 347
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 189, 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 603
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 146
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 529
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 145
Display Button .......................................... 225
Door Mirrors ............................................. 162
Doors ......................................................... 111
Auto Door Locking .................................. 124
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 124
Door Open Message ............................ 34, 91
Keys ........................................................ 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ................................ 14, 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................... 114
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 548
Driving ....................................................... 409
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 455
Automatic Transmission ........................... 439
Braking .................................................... 488
Cruise Control ......................................... 445
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 430
Starting the Engine .................................. 432
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 438
Driving Position Memory System ............. 158
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 556
E
ECON Button............................................. 442
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 87 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 80, 587
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 476
Emergency ................................................ 594
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 132
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 605
Engine ....................................................... 602
Coolant ................................................... 533
Jump Starting .......................................... 579
Oil ........................................................... 528
Remote Engine Start................................ 434
Starting ................................................... 432
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 527
Engine Coolant ......................................... 533
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 534
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 533
Overheating ............................................ 583
Temperature Gauge ................................ 103
Engine Oil ................................................. 528
Adding .................................................... 530
Checking................................................. 529
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 521
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 528
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 142
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 80, 587
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 559
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 162

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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 468
Indicator .................................................... 86
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 486
Language (HFL) ................................. 352, 378
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 60, 65
Lights ................................................. 146, 537
Automatic ............................................... 147
Bed.......................................................... 186
Bulb Replacement .................................... 537
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 150
High Beam Indicator .................................. 80
Interior .................................................... 171
Light Switches ......................................... 146
Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................. 145
Load Limits ................................................ 413
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 111
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 123
From Inside .............................................. 121
From Outside ........................................... 114
Keys ........................................................ 111
Using a Key ............................................. 120
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
Low Battery Charge .................................. 585
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 77
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Low Tire Pressure Indicator ........................ 80
Lower Anchors ...................................... 60, 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 601Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 413
Lumbar Support ....................................... 163M
Maintenance............................................. 517
Battery .................................................... 554
Brake Fluid .............................................. 536
Cleaning ................................................. 557
Climate Control System ........................... 556
Coolant ................................................... 533
Heating and Cooling System ................... 556
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 521
Oil ........................................................... 529
Precautions ............................................. 518
Radiator .................................................. 534
Remote Transmitter ................................. 555
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 537
Safety...................................................... 519
Service Items ........................................... 523
Tires ........................................................ 545
Transmission Fluid ................................... 535
Under the Hood ...................................... 525
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 586
Map Lights ................................................ 172
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 413
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 161
Adjusting ................................................ 161
Door ....................................................... 162
Exterior ................................................... 162 Interior Rearview ..................................... 161
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 563
Moonroof ................................................. 140
MP3 ........................................... 218, 261, 273
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................ 218, 261, 273
Multi-Information Display ....................... 104
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 510
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 602
O
Odometer................................................. 105
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 430
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 528
Adding ................................................... 530
Checking ................................................ 529
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 521
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 528
Viscosity.................................................. 528
Open Source Licenses .............................. 316
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 526
Moonroof ............................................... 140
Power Windows...................................... 136
Tailgate................................................... 128
Trunk ...................................................... 130
Outside Temperature Display ................. 106

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Trunk........................................................ 130
Lid .......................................................... 130
Main Switch............................................ 131
Turn Signals .............................................. 145
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 80
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 107
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 114
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................. 14, 121
USB Flash Drives ....................... 218, 273, 301
USB Port .................................................... 201
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 602
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 476
Off Button .............................................. 477
System Indicator ............................... 78, 476
Ventilation ............................................... 195
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 528, 601
Voice Control Operation ......................... 245
Audio Commands ................................... 247
Climate Control Commands.................... 248
General Commands ................................ 248
Music Search Commands ........................ 248
On Screen Commands ............................ 248
Phone Commands .................................. 247 Useful Commands ................................... 247
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 246
Voice Recognition .................................... 245
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 476
W
Wallpaper......................................... 209, 230
Warning and Information Messages ......... 91
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 585
Warning Labels ........................................... 71
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 607
Watts ......................................................... 600
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 550
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 571
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 283
Window Washers ...................................... 154
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 536
Switch ..................................................... 154
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 136
Windshield ................................................ 154
Cleaning .................................................. 561
Defrosting ............................................... 198
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 189
Washer Fluid ........................................... 536
Wiper Blades ........................................... 543
Wipers and Washers ................................ 154
Winter Tires .............................................. 553
Snow Tires ............................................... 553
Tire Chains .............................................. 553 Wipers and Washers
................................. 154
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 155
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 543
Front ....................................................... 154
WMA ......................................... 218, 261, 273
Worn Tires ................................................ 545