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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
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 or black).
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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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC)
*, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow*, Road Departure Mitigation (RDM),
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) System, Vehicle
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF, low tire Pressure/TPMS*
and Collision Mitiga tion Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
may come on when you turn the ignition switch to
ON
( w*1 after reconnecting a battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If none of them do,
have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 634
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 635
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 648
Handling of the Jack
*
How to Set Up the Jack .................... 656
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 659
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 660
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with a compact spare tire
Canadian models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with smart entry system
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 661
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 662
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 665
Overheating ...................................... 666
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 668
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 668
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 669
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 670
Models with smart entry systemIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On ....................... 671
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 672
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks
*...................... 673
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 674
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 678
Emergency Towing ........................... 679
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 680If You Cannot Open the Hatch ........ 681
Refueling ........................................... 682
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the cargo area.
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle Jack
Jack Handle BarFunnel
Models with tool case
Towing Hook
Jack Handle Bar
Models with tool bag
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle*
Jack*Funnel
Towing Hook
* Not available on all models
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635Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and n on-slippery surface, and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with temporary tire repair kit
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Use Kit
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
7. Press the inflator swit ch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches front: 35 psi
(240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230 kPa), turn off
the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
11. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
ON
OFF
Pressure Gauge1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See a Honda dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR*1, AIR
ONLY*2, AIR SEULEMENT*2.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 645
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 679
•Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you
have not reached a service station, stop
and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minutes of driving, you do
not need to check the pressure any
more.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
U.S.
Canada
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less
than front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi
(230 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pres sure reaches front: 35
psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230 kPa).
2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 645
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you
have not reached a service station, stop
and check the tire pressure.
u You should repeat this procedure as
long as the air pressure is within this
range.
7. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
8. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem.
Reinstall the valve cap.
9. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
10. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Pressure Relief Button
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