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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 554
Safety When Performing Maintenance...555Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 556
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 557
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 567
Opening 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 ............................ 581
Brake Fluid ....................................... 582
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 583
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 584
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 591Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 595
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 596Tire Labeling .................................... 596DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 598Wear Indicators................................ 600
Tire Service Life ................................ 600 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 601
Tire Rotation .................................... 602
Winter Tires ..................................... 603
Battery ............................................... 604
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 606
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 608Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 609
Exterior Care.................................... 611
Accessories and Modifications .......... 614
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slightly , you can release the
lever.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
3WARNING
The hood support rod can become very hot
due to heat from the engine.
To ensure against possible burns, do not
handle the metal section of the rod:
Use the foam grip instead.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Specialized equipment and proc edures are required to change the engine oil and oil
filter. Have an authorized Honda dealer replace them.
Do not attempt to change the engi ne oil and oil filter yourself.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the
information display
*/driver information interface*.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the phillips head screws and
slotted head screws by turning 90°
counterclockwise on the undercarriage
and remove the under cover.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
1.5 L engine models
Screw Under Cover
2.4 L engine models
Screw
Under Cover
* Not available on all models
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627Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as the audio and lights. Turn off the
engine, then open the hood. 1.Open the terminal cover on your vehicle’s
battery positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
+ Terminal
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears on
the driver information interface.
*
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the driver information interface
* may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 571
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems. Immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 499
LaneWatchTM............................................. 513
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 68, 72
Lights ................................................. 175, 584
Automatic ............................................... 176
Bulb Replacement .................................... 584
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 182
Fog Lights ................................................ 178
High Beam Indicator .................................. 89
Interior .................................................... 205
Light Switches ......................................... 175
Lights On Indicator .................................... 89
Turn Signals ............................................. 174
Load Limits ................................................ 449
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 132
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 144
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 143
From Inside .............................................. 142
From Outside ........................................... 135
Keys ........................................................ 132
Using a Key ............................................. 140
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 141
Low Battery Charge .................................. 634
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 83, 634
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ................................................... 134
Lower Anchors ...................................... 68, 72
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 449
Lumbar Support ........................................ 196 Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch
....... 196M
Maintenance............................................. 553
Adding the Coolant................................. 578
Battery .................................................... 604
Brake Fluid .............................................. 582
Cleaning ................................................. 609
Coolant ........................................... 577, 579
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 557
Oil ........................................................... 571
Precautions ............................................. 554
Radiator .................................................. 580
Remote Transmitter ................................. 606
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 584
Safety...................................................... 555
Service Items ................................... 559, 564
Tires ........................................................ 595
Transmission Fluid ................................... 581
Under the Hood ...................................... 567
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 83, 635
Map Lights ................................................ 207
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 449
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 116
Mirrors ...................................................... 193
Adjusting ................................................ 193
Door ....................................................... 194
Exterior ................................................... 194
Interior Rearview ..................................... 193
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 614Moonroof
................................................. 165
MP3 ................................................... 251, 307
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 546
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 650
O
Odometer......................................... 117, 121
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 456
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 570
Adding ................................................... 573
Checking ................................................ 571
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 557, 562
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 83, 634
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 570
Viscosity.................................................. 570
Open Source Licenses .............................. 348
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 569
Moonroof ............................................... 165
Power Windows...................................... 162
Tailgate................................................... 148
Outside Temperature Display ......... 119, 126
Overheating ............................................. 631
P
Pandora®.......................................... 249, 305
Panic Mode ............................................... 161
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