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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 (24,000 km).
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 (24,000 km).
*4:
Driving in mountainous areas at very  low vehicle speeds results in higher tra nsmission temperatures. This requires 
transmission fluid changes more freque ntly than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive 
your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmi ssion fluid changed every 25,000 miles (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.
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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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 (15,000 miles).
*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 (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 40,000 km (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.
# : 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●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
Reset the maintenance minder informati on display if you have performed the 
maintenance service.
1. Turn the ignition  switch to ON 
(w*1.
2. Press the   (display/information) bu tton repeatedly until the   appears.
3. Press the  ENTER button.
4. Press and hold the  ENTER button for about 10 seconds  to enter the reset mode.
5. Press   /   to select a maintenance item to reset, or to select  All Due Items 
(You can also select  Cancel to end the process).
6. Press the  ENTER button to reset the selected item.
7. Repeat from step 4 for other items you wish to reset.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Resetting the Display1 Resetting the Display
NOTICE
Failure to reset the Maintenance MinderTM display 
after a maintenance servic e results in the system 
showing incorrect maintena nce intervals, which can 
lead to serious mechanical problems.
The dealer will reset the Maintenance Minder
TM 
display after completing th e required maintenance 
service. If someone other  than a dealer performs 
maintenance service, reset the Maintenance 
Minder
TM display yourself.
You can also reset the Maintenance Minder
TM display 
using the audio/information screen.
2 Customized Features  P. 335
Models with Display Audio
ENTER Button
 (Display/Information) Button
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
1.5 L engine models
Brake/Clutch* Fluid 
(Black Cap)
Reserve Tank Washer Fluid 
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick 
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery
Reserve Tank Cap
U.S. models
Washer Fluid 
(Blue Cap)
Canadian models
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
2.0 L engine models
Brake/Clutch* Fluid 
(Black Cap)
Reserve Tank Washer Fluid 
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick 
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery
Reserve Tank Cap
* Not available on all models
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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 
driver’s side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever (located under 
the front edge of the hood to the center) 
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 
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may 
damage the engine cover and component parts.
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.
2.0 L engine models
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Clamp
Grip
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Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s 
performance and longevity. If you drive the 
vehicle with insufficient  or deteriorated oil, 
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving 
and that it meets the American Petroleum 
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another 
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for 
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it  is labeled with the API Certification Seal 
and is the specified viscosity grade.
• Genuine Honda Motor Oil
• Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with  an API Certification Seal on the 
container.1 Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require  oil additives. In fact, 
they may adversely affect the engine performance 
and durability.
Ambient Temperature
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Continued
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne 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).
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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