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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Honda accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
driveline, or cause elec trical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not change the gear position while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored. Repeated operation under
these conditions can eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functi ons will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not change the gear position to
( N, as you will
lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 632
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..633
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 634
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 635
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 641
Opening the Hood ........................... 642
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 643
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 644
Oil Check ......................................... 645
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 646
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...647 Engine Coolant ................................ 649
Transmission Fluid ............................ 651
Brake Fluid ....................................... 652
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 652
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 653Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 658Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 662
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 663
Tire Labeling .................................... 663
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 665Wear Indicators................................ 667
Tire Service Life ................................ 667 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 668
Tire Rotation .................................... 669
Winter Tires ..................................... 670
Battery ............................................... 671
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 673
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 674Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 676Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 678
Exterior Care.................................... 680
Accessories and Modifications ........ 683
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
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 the message Maintenance Due Now 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 in the first column on page 727.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*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 every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) /100,000 km (Canada).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*6: 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 and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
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 the message Maintenance Due Now 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 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 every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 43ºC, 110ºF), in very low temperatures (under -29ºC, -20ºF), replace every 100,000 km (60,000 miles).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 12,000km (7,500 miles), then every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*6: 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 in the first column on page 727.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
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 and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*,*5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, st eering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1
Specified fluid: Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle' s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda's new vehi cle limited warranty.
Do not mix Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF-
TYPE 3.1 (or higher) may adversely affect the
operation and durability of your vehicle’s
transmission, and da mage the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) is
not covered by Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.
Models with shift lever
Models with electronic gear selector
Models with shift lever
Models with electronic gear selector
All models
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
Security Code .......................................... 247
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 298
Siri Eyes Free ............................................ 340
Status Area .............................................. 281
System Updates ....................................... 284
Theft Protection ....................................... 247
Updating Apps ........................................ 282
USB Flash Drives ...................... 263, 322, 357
USB Port .................................................. 245
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 254, 274
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 338
Audio/Information Screen ................ 252, 270
Authorized Manuals ................................. 729
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 152
Customize ....................................... 130, 447
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 179
Indicator .................................................... 85
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Amber) .............. 90
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 90
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 544
OFF Button .............................................. 545
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 184
Automatic Lighting .................................. 176
Automatic Transmission ........................... 533
Creeping ................................................. 533
Fluid ........................................................ 651
Kickdown ................................................ 533
Operating the Shift Button....................... 538
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 699
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 535
Shifting............................................ 534, 536 Auxiliary Input Jack
.................................. 246
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 116
AWD Torque ............................................. 119
B
Battery...................................................... 671
Charging System Indicator................. 81, 705
Jump Starting .......................................... 700
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 671
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 39
Beverage Holders ..................................... 215
Blind spot information System ................ 555
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 266, 329
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®............. 455, 480
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System ..................................................... 378
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 399
Auxiliary Console Panels .......................... 380
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 424
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 391
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 381
How Much Farther?TM............................. 398
Media Servers.......................................... 398
Operating the System .............................. 382
Overhead Screen ..................................... 381
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 422
Playable Disc Types .................................. 422
Playable Discs .......................................... 400
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 396
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 385 Playing a Video Using the HDMI
TM........... 397
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in
the Rear ................................................ 396
Playing Apps ........................................... 394
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 386
Rear System Setup .................................. 392
Recommended Discs ............................... 423
Selecting the App using Front Control Panel..................................................... 391
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 393
System Controls .............................. 385, 395
System Settings....................................... 389
Video Accessibility ................................... 383
Wireless Headphones .............................. 379
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 75
Brake System ............................................ 610
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 612
Brake Assist System................................. 613
Fluid ....................................................... 652
Foot Brake .............................................. 611
Indicator ........................................... 80, 707
Parking Brake.......................................... 610
Brake System (Red) Indicator ................................................. 707
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 188
Bulb Replacement .................................... 653
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 657
Brake Lights ............................................ 657
Brake/Taillights........................................ 656
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 654
Fog Lights ............................................... 655
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Index
Warning and Information Messages........... 96
Driving ....................................................... 507
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 580
Automatic Transmission ........................... 533
Braking .................................................... 610
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 524
Shifting Gear ........................................... 536
Starting the Engine .................................. 526
Driving Position Memory System ............. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 677
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 10
ECON Button ............................................. 549
Econ Mode
Indicator .................................................... 89
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 86, 707
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 552
Emergency ................................................. 714
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 725
Engine Coolant ................................................... 649
Jump Starting .......................................... 700
Number ................................................... 722
Oil ........................................................... 644
Remote Engine Start ................................ 528
Starting ................................................... 526
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 643Engine Coolant
......................................... 649
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 650
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 649
Overheating ............................................ 703
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 644
Adding .................................................... 646
Checking................................................. 645
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 636
Low Oil Pressure Symbol.......................... 705
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 644
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 171
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 707
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 76
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 680
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 193
F
Features.................................................... 243
File Manager ............................................. 290
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 677
Oil ........................................................... 647
Flat Tire ..................................................... 687
Floor Mats ................................................. 679
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 651
Brake ...................................................... 652
Engine Coolant ....................................... 649 Windshield Washer ................................. 652
FM/AM Radio ................................... 258, 302
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 88
Fog Lights ................................................. 178
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 205
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 206
Foot Brake ................................................ 611
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 50
Front Seats ................................................ 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 607
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 627
Economy................................................. 630
Gauge .................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 116
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 84
Range ..................................................... 116
Recommendation.................................... 627
Refueling ................................................ 627
Fuel Economy ........................................... 630
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 628
Unable to Unlock .................................... 715
Fuses ......................................................... 709
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 713
Locations ........................ 709, 710, 711, 712
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 630
Gauge .................................................... 110
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