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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminium is susceptible to deteriorat ion caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminium alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels*
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
* Not available on all models
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake light s, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics ma y result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lens
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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install accessories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 566
•Before installing any electron ic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Honda parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Honda has approved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, draine d battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
1 Accessories and Modifications
Honda Genuine accessor ies are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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588
Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode.................... 421
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 471
Accessories and Modifications ................. 544
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 191
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 89, 433
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 508
Engine Oil ................................................ 503
Washer .................................................... 512
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 503
Adjusting Front Seats .............................................. 174
Head Restraints........................................ 181
Headlights ............................................... 513
Mirrors .................................................... 173
Rear Seats................................................ 178
Steering Wheel ........................................ 172
Temperature ............................................ 103
Adjusting the Sound ................................. 249
Air Conditioning System
Climate Control System ........................... 199
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 200
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 538
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System)
Cooling ................................................... 198 Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ....................................... 198
Heating ................................................... 197
Heating and Cooling System ................... 196
Air Pressure ....................................... 526, 577
Airbags ........................................................ 46
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 52
Airbag Care............................................... 59
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 49
Indicator.............................................. 57, 80
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 58
Sensors ..................................................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 53
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 55
Android Auto ........................................... 293
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 471
Indicator.................................................... 80
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 289
Armrest ..................................................... 185
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 210
Audio System ............................................ 206
Adjusting the Sound................................ 217
Error Messages ........................................ 312
General Information ................................ 317
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 227, 276
Recommended CDs ................................. 318
Recommended Devices............................ 320
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 210
Security Code .......................................... 208
Theft Protection ...................................... 208 USB Flash Drives...................................... 320
USB Port(s) .............................................. 207
Audio/Information Screen ............... 213, 234
Authorized Manuals ................................ 585
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 139
Customize .............................................. 140
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 164
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 203
Average Fuel Economy .................... 105, 109
Average Speed ......................................... 110
B
Battery...................................................... 534
Charging System Indicator ................ 78, 562
Jump Starting ......................................... 557
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 534
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 536
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ..................................... 189
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 343, 368
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 72
Brake System ............................................ 469
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 471
Brake Assist System................................. 472
Fluid ....................................................... 511
Foot Brake .............................................. 470
Indicator ........................................... 76, 564
Parking Brake.......................................... 469
Brake System Indicator .............................. 76
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 170
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Index
Gear Shift Lever PositionsContinuously Variable
Transmission ................................ 417, 419
Manual Transmission .............................. 424
Glass (care) ....................................... 539, 542
Glove Box ................................................. 188
H
Halogen Bulbs .................................. 513, 515
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 545
Hands-Free Telephone (HFT) System Android Auto.......................................... 293
Apple CarPlay ......................................... 289
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ...................... 343, 368
Displaying Messages ............................... 393
In Case of Emergency ............................. 396
Menus .................................................... 345
Phone Setup ................................... 349, 375
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 384
To Set Up Text Messa ge/E-mail Options .. 378
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio
TM............................................... 256
Head Restraints ........................................ 181
Headlights ................................................ 160
Aiming.................................................... 513
Dimming......................................... 160, 167
Operating ............................................... 160
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 171
Heating and Cooling System ................... 196
Cooling................................................... 198 Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ....................................... 198
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 538
Heating ................................................... 197
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 343, 368
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 84
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 410, 414
Honda Sensing ®.......................................... 24
HondaLink ®............................................... 281
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 578
Engine and Transmission ......................... 578
Vehicle Identification ............................... 578
Ignition Switch .......................................... 154
Illumination Control ................................. 170
Knob ....................................................... 170
Immobilizer System .................................. 148
Indicator .................................................... 85
Indicators .................................................... 76
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 80
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Amber) ..... 89
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Green) ........................................... 89, 434
Brake System ............................................. 76
Charging System ............................... 78, 562
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 90
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 86, 429
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 86, 428 Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 35, 82
ECON Mode ...................................... 85, 427
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ........................................... 82, 564
Fog Light ................................................... 85
High Temperature ..................................... 81
High-Beam ................................................ 84
Immobilizer System ................................... 85
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) .................................................. 89
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Green) ........................................... 89, 454
Lights On .................................................. 84
Low Fuel ................................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 77, 562
Low Temperature ...................................... 81
Low Tire Pressure .................................... 463
Maintenance Minder
TM...................... 87, 493
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 77, 563
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 76, 564
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 88
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 38, 79
Security System Alarm ............................... 86
Shift Lever Position .................................... 78
Smart Entry System ................................... 83
Starter System ........................................... 96
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 80
TPMS ........................................................ 83
Transmission ............................................. 78
Turn Signal ................................................ 84
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VSA® (Vehicle Stability AssistTM)
System ............................................ 81, 459
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 460
Washer Level ............................................. 87
Information ............................................... 575
Information Display .................................. 104
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 110
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control ................................... 170
Interior Lights ........................................... 186
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 173
Internet Radio ........................................... 274
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ................. 546, 550
Jump Starting ............................................ 557
K
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 134
Keys ........................................................... 124
Lockout Prevention .................................. 134
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 138
Remote Transmitter ................................. 131
Types and Functions ................................ 124
Won’t Turn ................................................ 27
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 416
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 452
LaneWatchTM............................................. 461
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 65
Lights ................................................. 160, 513
Bulb Replacement ................................... 513
Daytime Running Lights........................... 167
Fog Lights ............................................... 163
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 84
Interior .................................................... 186
Light Switches ......................................... 160
Lights On Indicator .................................... 84
Turn Signals ............................................ 159
Load Limits ................................................ 403
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 124
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 139
Childproof Door Locks............................. 138
From Inside ............................................. 135
From Outside .......................................... 127
Keys ........................................................ 124
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 134
Using a Key ............................................. 133
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 134
Low Battery Charge ................................. 562
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 77, 562
Lower Anchors ............................................ 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 577
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 403
M
Maintenance............................................ 489
Battery .................................................... 534
Brake Fluid .............................................. 511
Cleaning ................................................. 539
Coolant .................................................. 508
Heating and Cooling System ................... 538
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 493
Oil .......................................................... 504
Precautions ............................................. 491
Radiator .................................................. 509
Remote Transmitter ................................ 536
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 513
Safety ..................................................... 491
Service Items ................................... 495, 499
Tires........................................................ 524
Transmission Fluid ................................... 510
Under the Hood ...................................... 501
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 77, 563
Manual Transmission ............................... 423
Reverse Lockout ...................................... 425
Map Lights ................................................ 187
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 403
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 173
Adjusting ................................................ 173
Door ....................................................... 173
Exterior ................................................... 173
Interior Rearview ..................................... 173
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 544
Moonroof ................................................. 153
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