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Maintenance
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor
anchors, which keep the mat from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.
■Cleaning the Window
■Floor Mats
1 Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
Be careful not to spill flui ds, such as water or glass
cleaner, on or around the co ver of both the front
sensor camera and the rainfall/light sensor
*.
2 Automatic Operation (automatic lighting
control) P. 178
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers
* P. 185
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 546
1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock Unlock
* Not available on all models
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To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allo w leather to air dry in the shade.
After having dusted the material, moisten a soft cloth with clean lukewarm water,
wring it dry and blot gently to remove any dirt.
Once dry, lightly brush with a soft brush.
■Maintaining Genuine Leather*
■Alcantara ® Care*
1 Maintaining Genuine Leather*
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
* Not available on all models
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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Re gularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, pr omptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake and hood
intake
* vents. It can cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the fuel fill door directly. A
high-pressure spray ma y cause it to open.
Air Intake Vents
1.5 L engine models
Hood
Intake Vent2.0 L engine models
Air Intake
Vents
* Not available on all models
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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.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration 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 aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lo se their luster or appear burn ished. 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 Washing the Vehicle
If you need to lift the wiper arms away from the
windshield, first set the wiper arms to the
maintenance position.
2 Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
P. 604
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong 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 pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, 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 may result in mo isture 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 Lenses
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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any 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 overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 674
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
1Accessories 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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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, prov ince, 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, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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Index
Wi-Fi Connection .................................... 310
Audio/Information Screen ............... 234, 252
Authorized Manuals ................................ 695
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 159
Customize .............................................. 140
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 181
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 553
Indicator ........................................... 84, 553
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ........................................... 84, 553
Automatic Lighting .................................. 178
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 128
Average Speed ......................................... 128
B
Battery...................................................... 620
Charging System Indicator ................ 85, 668
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 662
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 620
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 622
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 40
Beverage Holders ..................................... 205
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 303
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 383, 410
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 78
Brake System ............................................ 549
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 556
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 553
Brake Assist System................................. 557
Fluid ....................................................... 592 Foot Brake ............................................... 552
Indicator (Red) ........................... 82, 670, 671
Parking Brake .......................................... 549
Braking Pressure Meter ............................ 131
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 187
Bulb Replacement .................................... 594
Brake Light, Rear Tu rn Signal Light and
Back-Up Light ........................................ 602
Fog Lights ................................................ 596
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 599
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 598
Headlights ............................................... 594
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 603
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 601
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 603
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 601
Taillights .................................................. 603
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights ............. 603
Bulb Specifications ................................... 684
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 79
Cargo Area Cover ..................................... 213
Cargo Hook ............................................... 212
Carrying Cargo .................................. 445, 447
Certification Label .................................... 686
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 594
Charging System Indicator ................. 85, 668Child Safety
................................................. 64
Childproof Door Locks............................. 158
Child Seat .................................................... 64
Booster Seats ............................................ 78
Child Seat for Infants................................. 66
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 67
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 72
Larger Children ......................................... 77
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 66
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 68
Using a Tether ........................................... 74
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 158
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 628
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 625
Climate Control System ............................ 217
Changing the Mode ................................ 217
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 221
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 624
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 220
Sensors ................................................... 224
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 217
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 491
Coat Hooks ............................................... 211
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 491
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 648, 685
Console Compartment ............................. 204
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