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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the 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 drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.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.
Drain Bolt
Washer
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Open the cap and check the amount of
window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the driver information interface.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified br ake fluid is not av ailable, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Brake Reservoir
MIN
MAX
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid. Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent
lime scale build up.
Models without washer level sensor
Models with washer level sensor
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine compartment cover,
remove it from the pins.
2. Remove the holding clips and the air intake
duct.
■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.
Pin
Engine Compartment Cover
Air Intake Duct
Clip
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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.
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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 on level ground 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 check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 573
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving again.
u The warning does not disappear within 10 seconds: 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
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If 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
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
Viscosity.................................................. 572
Open Source Licenses .............................. 348
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 570
Moonroof ............................................... 164
Power Windows...................................... 161
Tailgate................................................... 148
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 165
Outside Temperature Display ................. 106
Overheating ............................................. 627
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ... 22, 469
Panic Mode ............................................... 160
Parking ..................................................... 541
Parking Brake ........................................... 537
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ................................................. 631
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 76
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Red) .......................................... 76
Parking Sensor System ............................. 543
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 169
Phone ........................................................ 113
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ............... 250, 309
Power Tailgate ......................................... 150 Power Windows
........................................ 161
Precautions While Driving ....................... 460
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 460
Rain ......................................................... 460
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 613
R
Radiator.................................................... 578
Radio (FM/AM) .................................. 242, 285
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 289
Radio Data System (RDS) .................. 243, 287
Range ........................................................ 110
RDS (Radio Data System) .................. 243, 287
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 649
Rear Climate Control System
From the Rear Panel ................................ 224
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 180
Rear Outer Seats Heaters ......................... 215
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 193
Rear Seats .................................................. 192
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 186
Refueling ................................................... 554
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 104
Gasoline .......................................... 554, 644
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Regulations ............................... 490, 593, 647
Remote Engine Start ................................ 456 Remote Transmitter
................................. 141
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 601
Bulbs ....................................................... 581
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 586
Fuses ............................... 633, 634, 635, 636
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 588
Tires ........................................................ 596
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 648
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 187
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 529
On and Off.............................................. 531
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator .................................................... 87
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Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 36
Safety Labels ............................................... 74
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 37
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 41
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 39
Checking................................................... 44
Detachable Anchor.................................... 42
Fastening .................................................. 40
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 66
Pregnant Women ...................................... 43
Reminder .................................................. 38
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