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uuWhen Driving uTransmission
Driving
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, and contact a
dealer.
Transmission
As with a conventional gasoline-powered ve hicle with an automatic transmission,
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal wh ile driving uphill may cause the vehicle
to react similar to an automatic transmissi on vehicle, unexpectedly increasing vehicle
speed. Depress the accelerator pedal carefu lly, especially on slippery roads and
curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1 Precautions While Driving
Do not select
(N while driving as you will lose engine
braking (and accelera tion) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not 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 ............ 478
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..479Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 480
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 481
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 486
Opening the Hood ........................... 487
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 488
Oil Check ......................................... 489
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 490
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...491 Engine Coolant ................................ 494
Cooling System ................................ 496
Transmission Fluid ............................ 498
Brake Fluid ....................................... 498
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 499
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 500Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 502
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 505
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 506
Tire Labeling .................................... 506
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 508
Wear Indicators ............................... 510
Tire Service Life ................................ 510
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 511
Tire Rotation .................................... 512
Winter Tires ..................................... 513
12-Volt Battery ................................. 514
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 516
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 517CleaningInterior Care .................................... 519
Exterior Care.................................... 521
Accessories and Modifications ........ 525
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message 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.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
0●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
•Stay RR, RR Subframe
• Under body battery cover
*2: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 47,500 miles (75,000 km) or 3 years.
*4: 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.
*5: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace dust and pollen filter*2
3●Replace transmission fluid*3
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*4
8●Replace air cleaner element*5
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 9, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 75,000 km (47,500 miles) or 3 years.
*4: 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.
*5: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace dust and pollen filter*2
3●Replace transmission fluid*3
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*4
8●Replace air cleaner element*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections#
•Stay RR, RR Subframe
• Under body battery cover
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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 the transmission fluid yourself.
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
■Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Transmission 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 using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda’s new vehi cle limited warranty.
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 Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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Index
Locking/Unlocking.................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 151
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 150
From Inside .............................................. 148
From Outside ........................................... 141
Keys ........................................................ 139
Using a Key ............................................. 146
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 147
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) .................. 552
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 93
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal
Strength ................................................... 140
Lower Anchors ............................................ 76
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 377
M
Maintenance............................................. 477
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 514
Brake Fluid............................................... 498
Cleaning .................................................. 519
Climate Control System ........................... 517
Coolant ........................................... 494, 496
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 481
Oil ........................................................... 489
Precautions .............................................. 478
Radiator................................................... 495
Remote Transmitter ................................. 516
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 500
Safety ...................................................... 479
Service Items............................................ 483 Tires ........................................................ 505
Transmission Fluid ................................... 498
Under the Hood ...................................... 486
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 92
Map Lights ................................................ 186
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 377
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 123
Mirrors ...................................................... 175
Adjusting ................................................ 175
Door ....................................................... 176
Exterior ................................................... 176
Interior Rearview ..................................... 175
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 525
Motor ........................................................ 574
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 545
MP3 ........................................................... 266
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 455
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 574
O
Odometer................................................. 128
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 488
Adding .................................................... 490
Checking................................................. 489
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 481
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 488
Viscosity .................................................. 488 Warning ................................................. 551
Open Source Licenses .............................. 307
Opening Trunk .............................................. 152, 570
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 487
Power Windows...................................... 158
Trunk ...................................................... 152
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 160
Outside Temperature Display ................. 128
Overheating ............................................. 548
P
Pandora®................................................. 264
Panic Mode ............................................... 157
Parking ..................................................... 453
Parking Brake ........................................... 437
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) ....... 88, 89, 554, 556
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 68
Passing Indicators ..................................... 164
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 269
POWER Button ......................................... 160
Power Flow Monitor ................................ 134
Power System
Turning on .............................................. 380
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ......................... 90
Power Windows ....................................... 158
POWER/CHARGE Gauge .......................... 124
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Index
T
Telematics Control Unit............................ 135
Temperature Sensor ................................. 203
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 529
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Timer ......................................................... 473
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................................................... 431
Indicator ............................................ 98, 557
Tires ........................................................... 505
Air Pressure ..................................... 506, 573
Chains ..................................................... 513
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 505
Flat Tire (Puncture) ................................... 528
Inspection ................................................ 505
Labeling................................................... 506
Regulations.............................................. 508
Rotation .................................................. 512
Summer................................................... 513
Temporary Tire Repair Kit......................... 529
Wear Indicators ....................................... 510
Winter ..................................................... 513
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 379
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 379
Emergency............................................... 567
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 431
Transmission ................................ 31, 385, 386
Creeping ................................................. 385
Fluid ........................................................ 498
Gear Position Indicator....................... 93, 388 Indicator.................................................... 94
Number................................................... 574
Operating the Shift Button ................ 31, 388
Shifting ................................................... 386
Warning Message ............................. 94, 558
Trip Meter ................................................. 128
Troubleshooting ....................................... 527
Blown Fuse...................................... 559, 562
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 37
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 37
Cannot Start Charging ............................ 469
Emergency Towing .................................. 567
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 528
Noise When Braking .................................. 39
Overheating ............................................ 548
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 541
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 37, 150
Unable to Open the Charge Lid ............... 569
Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.......... 568
Warning Indicators .................................... 88
Trunk ......................................................... 152
Lid........................................................... 152
Light Bulbs .............................................. 572
Unable to Open....................................... 570
Turn Signals .............................................. 163
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 99
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 129
Turning on the Power .............................. 380
Does Not Activate ................................... 541
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead................... 545
U
Under-Floor Storage Area ....................... 192
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 141
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 25, 148
USB Flash Drives ............................... 266, 292
USB Ports .................................................. 207
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................ 141
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 574
Vehicle Monitoring System ......................... 2
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®).............. 428
Off Button .............................................. 429
Off Indicator ..................................... 97, 429
System Indicator ............................... 97, 428
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 488
Voice Control Operation ......................... 241
Audio Commands ................................... 243
Climate Control Commands.................... 244
General Commands ................................ 244
Music Search Commands ........................ 244
On Screen Commands ............................ 244
Phone Commands .................................. 243
Useful Commands .................................. 243
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 242
Voice Recognition ................................... 241
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM).............. 428
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