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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
6. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
7. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
8. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
9. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
10. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
5.0 US qt (4.8 L)
11. Reinstall the engine oi l fill cap securely and
start the engine.
12. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
13. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Oil Filter
Oil Filter1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Continued
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the continuously variable transmission fluid
yourself.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e manual transmission fluid yourself.
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid*
Specified fluid: Honda HCF-2
■Manual Transmission Fluid*
Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
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 using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to HCF-2 is not covered by Honda’s
new vehicle limited warranty.
1 Manual Transmission Fluid*
NOTICE
If Honda MTF is not availa ble, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-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.
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 668
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 669
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 675
If the Remote Battery is Weak ....... 676Emergency Engine Stop ................... 677
Jump Starting .................................... 678
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 681
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 683 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 685If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 685
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 686
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 687
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 688
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 689 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 690
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 691
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 692
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 696
Emergency Towing ........................... 697
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 698
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ... 699
Refueling ........................................... 701

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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
2Oil Check P. 622
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear:
Immediately stop the engine and contact
a dealer for repairs.
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 th e indicator comes on
Stop in a safe place and have y our vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
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
Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping................................................. 476
Fluid ....................................................... 631
Kickdown ............................................... 476
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 23, 485, 487
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 681
Shifting ........................................... 484, 486
Controls .................................................... 163
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 629
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ..................................................... 629
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 630
Overheating ............................................ 683
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) .... 476
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 594
Cup Holders .............................................. 227
Customer Service Information ................ 716
Customized Features ....................... 372, 383
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 197
Dead Battery ............................................ 678
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 401
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 241
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 709
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 194
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 209 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 622
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 193
Door Mirrors ............................................. 210
Doors ......................................................... 166
Auto Door Locking .................................. 179
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 179
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 169
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 649
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 152
Driver Information Interface ................... 138
Switching the Display .............................. 138
Warning and Information Messages ........ 105
Driving ....................................................... 455
Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 476
Braking .................................................... 575
Shifting Gear ................................... 477, 490
Shifting Position .............................. 484, 486
Starting the Engine .................................. 467
Driving Position Memory System ............. 206
Driving Support Information ................... 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 658
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................ 494
Econ Mode Indicator.................................................... 97
Elapsed Time ............................................. 145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 92, 689
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 496
Emergency ................................................ 697
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 677
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 711
Engine ....................................................... 708
Coolant ................................................... 629
Jump Starting .......................................... 678
Oil ........................................................... 621
Starting ................................................... 467
Engine Coolant ......................................... 629
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ...................................................... 629
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 630
Overheating ............................................ 683
Temperature Gauge ................................ 137
Engine Oil ................................................. 621
Adding .................................................... 624
Checking................................................. 622
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 612
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 685
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 621
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 190

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Index
Numbers (Identification)......................... 708
O
Odometer................................................. 140
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 621
Adding ................................................... 624
Checking ................................................ 622
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 612
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 685
Oil Life .................................................... 147
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 621
Viscosity.................................................. 621
Open Source Licenses .............................. 366
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 699
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 620
Moonroof ............................................... 189
Power Windows...................................... 186
Trunk ...................................................... 180
Outside Temperature Display ................. 141
Overheating ............................................. 683
P
Paddle Shifters
(7-Speed Manual Shift Mode) ............... 488
Pandora ®................................................. 266
Panic Mode ............................................... 185
Parking ..................................................... 587 Parking Brake
........................................... 575
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ..................................................... 80
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................................... 79, 687, 688
Parking Sensor System ............................. 589
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 59
Passing Indicators ..................................... 194
Phone ........................................................ 148
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 271, 321
Power Windows ........................................ 186
Precautions While Driving ....................... 475
Rain ......................................................... 475
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 669
R
Radiator.................................................... 630
Radio (AM/FM) .................................. 261, 300
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 304
Radio Data System (RDS) .................. 262, 302
Range ........................................................ 143
RDS (Radio Data System) .................. 262, 302
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 711
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 203
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 215
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 239
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 209 Refueling
.................................................. 601
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 137
Gasoline .................................. 601, 704, 706
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Regulations ............................... 503, 649, 709
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 471
Remote Transmitter ................................. 173
Replacement Battery .................................................... 657
Bulbs ....................................................... 635
Fuses ............................................... 692, 694
Tires ........................................................ 652
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 643
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 710
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 141, 143
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 562
On and Off.............................................. 564
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 37
Safety Labels ............................................... 76
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Safety Support .......................................... 156
Seat Belts .................................................... 38
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 42
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 40
Checking................................................... 44
Fastening .................................................. 41

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Index
Fluid ............................................... 631, 632
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 84
Manual ................................................... 490
Number .................................................. 708
Transmission System
Indicator ................................................... 85
TRIP Button .............................................. 140
Trip Computer .................................. 142, 144
Trip Meter ................................ 141, 143, 145
Troubleshooting ...................................... 667
Blown Fuse ..................................... 692, 694
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 30
Emergency Towing ................................. 697
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 675
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 683
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 669
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 178
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 681
Warning Indicators.................................... 78
Trunk ........................................................ 180
Lid .......................................................... 180
Light Bulb ....................................... 704, 706
Main Switch............................................ 182
Unable to Open ...................................... 699
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 605
Turn Signals .............................................. 193
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 94
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 161U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 169
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ......................................... 14
USB Flash Drives ........................ 268, 318, 351
USB Ports ................................................... 247
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 169
V
Valet Key ................................................... 182
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 708
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 160
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)............... 496
Off Button ............................................... 497
Off Indicator .............................................. 92
System Indicator ........................................ 91
Ventilation ................................................ 238
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 621, 705, 707
Voice Control Operation .......................... 297
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 298
Voice Recognition .................................... 297
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM)............... 496
W
Wallpaper ......................................... 257, 279
Warning and Information Messages ....... 105
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 685Warning Labels
........................................... 76
Warnings ................................................... 147
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 713
Watts ................................................. 704, 706
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 651
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 668, 672
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 332
Window Washers ..................................... 201
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 634
Switch ..................................................... 201
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 186
Windshield Cleaning ......................................... 659, 662
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 241
Washer Fluid ........................................... 634
Wiper Blades ........................................... 643
Wipers and Washers................................ 201
Winter Tires
Snow Tires .............................................. 654
Tire Chains .............................................. 654
Wipers and Washers ................................. 201
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 202
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 643
Wireless Charger ...................................... 231
WMA ................................................. 268, 318
Worn Tires ................................................ 646