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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 557)
Under the Hood (P 567)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer 
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake/clutch
* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the 
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull it up, and then raise the 
hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can 
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood  and make sure it is firmly 
locked in place.
Lights (P 582)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 592)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks 
across the windshield.
Tires (P 597)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
Handling Summer Only tires and Ultra 
High Performance (UHP) tires in low 
ambient temperatures. 2 Cold Weather Driving  (P607)
2.0 L engine models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
To use the wireless charger, the power  mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.
Charge a compatible device on the ar ea indicated by the   mark as follows:
1. To turn the system on and off, press and 
hold the   (power) button.
u When the system is activated, the green 
indicator light comes on.
2. Place the device you want to charge on the 
charging area.
u The system will au tomatically start 
charging the device, and the amber 
indicator light will come on.
u Make sure that the device is compatible 
with the system, and placed with the 
chargeable side in the center of the 
charging area.
3. When charging is completed, the green 
indicator light will come on.
u Depending on the device, the amber 
indicator light will stay on.
■Wireless Charger*
Canadian models
1Wireless Charger*
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the 
system for a long time when the engine is not 
running. This may weaken  the battery, making it 
difficult to start the engine.
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s 
manual that came with th e compatible device you 
want to charge.
3CAUTION
Metal objects between the charge pad and 
the device to be charged will get hot and 
can burn you.
• Always remove foreign objects from the 
charge pad before charging the device.
• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and 
other debris before charging.
• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks, 
etc.) on the charger and the device.
• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol, benzine 
or thinner for cleaning the charge pad.
• Do not cover the system with towels, 
clothing, or other objects while charging 
etc.
• Avoid spraying aerosols which may come 
in contact with the charge pad surface.
Green Indicator
Amber Indicator
Charging Area  (Power) Button
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 558
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 559Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 560
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 561
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 567Opening the Hood ........................... 569
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 570
Oil Check ......................................... 571
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 573
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 574
Engine Coolant ................................ 577
Transmission Fluid ............................ 579
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 580
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 581
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 582
Checking and Maintaining Wiper 
Blades .......................................... 592
Checking 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
Cold Weather Driving ...................... 607
Battery ............................................... 608
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 610
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 612Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 613
Exterior Care.................................... 616
Accessories and Modifications ........ 619
* 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 tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when 
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake/clutch* fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch* Fluid  P. 580
•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. 582
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 592
■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 ma intenance services should 
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals 
indicated by the driver  information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items  P. 564
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. 682
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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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if 
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message 
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, 
change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair kit 
bottle (If equipped)
●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines  (including ABS/VSA®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and 
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles.
*4:  Driving in mountainous areas at very low  vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes 
more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle 
under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed every 25,000 miles.
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is  reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
Continuously variable transmission models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3 
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, 
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km.
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and  from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km.
*4:  Driving in mountainous areas at very low  vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes 
more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle 
under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed every 40,000 km.
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is  reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
Continuously variable transmission models
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair kit 
bottle (If equipped)
●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
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Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engine  oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off before you check the 
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange or black).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or 
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its 
hole.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly 
add oil, being carefu l not to overfill.
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
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4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the 
level. It should be between the upper and 
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1Oil Check
Under certain driving conditions, it is normal for the 
engine oil level to rise  above the upper mark. If you 
have a concern, consul t a dealer for details.
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
1.5 L engine models
Upper Mark
Lower Mark
2.0 L engine models
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