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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
2 Maintenance P. 28
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 534
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 548
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 536
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 518
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 616
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it clockwise.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)*
High beam headlight:LED type*
Low beam headlight:55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)*
Low beam headlight:LED type*
■High Beam Headlights
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Headlights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Models with halogen headlights
All models
Models with halogen headlights
Models with LED headlights
Models with halogen headlights
Tab Coupler
Bulb
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it clockwise.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.1 Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot wh en lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its
plastic case, and protect th e glass from contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alc ohol and a clean cloth.
Fog lights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Models with halogen fog lights
Models with LED fog lights
Tab
CouplerBulb
* Not available on all models
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
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Maintenance
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. Promptly 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 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 pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 572
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 573
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 580
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 581Emergency Engine Stop ................... 582
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 583
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 586
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 587 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On....589
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ...589
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 590
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 591
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On ... 592
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 593 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 594
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 595
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 598
Emergency Towing ........................... 599
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door... 600
If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 601
Refueling ........................................... 602
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uuSpecifications u
Continued
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.4 US gal (5.32 L)
(change including the remaining
0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Original tire size is mentioned on the tire information label on
the driver’s doorjamb.
*2: Models with 215/55R16 tires
*3: Models with 235/40R18 tires
Regular
Size*1215/55R16 93H
235/40R18 91W
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front32 (220 [2.2])*2
33 (225 [2.3])*3
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*2, *3
Compact
Spare Size
T125/80D16 97M
*2
T125/70R17 98M*3
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular16 x 7J*2
18 x 8J*3
Compact Spare16 x 4T*2
17 x 4T*3
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.4 US qt (3.2 L)
Change
including
filter
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.34 US gal (5.09 L)
(change including the remaining
0.2 US gal (0.75 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Original tire size is mentioned on the tire information label on
the driver’s doorjamb.
*2: Models with 215/50R17 tires
*3: Models with 235/40R18 tires
Regular
Size*1215/50R17 91H
235/40R18 91W
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front32 (220 [2.2])*2
33 (225 [2.3])*3
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*2, *3
Compact
SpareSizeT125/80D16 97M*2
T125/70R17 98M*3
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7J*2
18 x 8J*3
Compact Spare16 x 4T*2
17 x 4T*3
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Index
Indicators.................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow ............................................. 91, 463
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 83
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 84
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 80, 497
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 80, 497
Charging System............................... 82, 589
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 93, 94
ECON Mode ..................................... 89, 438
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 85, 593
Fog Light .................................................. 87
High Beam ................................................ 87
Immobilizer System ................................... 88
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 92, 481
Lights On .................................................. 87
Low Fuel ................................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 81, 589
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .... 86, 442, 446, 594
M (7-speed manual shift mode)
Indicator/Shift ......................................... 82
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 81, 590
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Amber) .................................... 79, 80, 592
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ....................................... 78, 591, 592
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ....... 89, 90
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 40, 83
Security System Alarm............................... 89 Shift Lever Position .................................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 58, 84
System Message ........................................ 87
Transmission System .................................. 82
Turn Signal and Haza
rd Warning ............... 87
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .. 85, 440
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System............................................. 84, 439
Information ............................................... 603
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 113
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control ................................... 168
Interior Lights ........................................... 180
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 170
iPod ................................................... 218, 268
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 576
K
Key Number Tag....................................... 129
Keys ........................................................... 128
Number Tag ............................................ 129
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 140
Remote Transmitter ................................. 135
Types and Functions ................................ 128
Won’t Turn ................................................ 30
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 431
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 479
LaneWatchTM............................................ 448
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 67
Lights ................................................. 158, 536
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 162
Automatic ............................................... 159
Bulb Replacement ................................... 536
Daytime Running Lights........................... 161
Fog Lights ............................................... 161
High Beam Indicator .................................. 87
Interior .................................................... 180
Light Switches ......................................... 158
Lights On Indicator .................................... 87
Turn Signals ............................................ 157
Load Limits ................................................ 419
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 128
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 141
Childproof Door Locks............................. 140
From Inside ............................................. 138
From Outside .......................................... 131
Keys ........................................................ 128
Using a Key ............................................. 136
Low Battery Charge ................................. 589
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 81, 589
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 130
Lower Anchors ............................................ 67
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