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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical 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.
■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 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 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 ............ 666
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 667
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 668
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 669
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 675
Opening the Hood ........................... 676
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 678
Oil Check ......................................... 679
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 680
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 681
Engine Coolant ................................ 683
Transmission Fluid ............................ 685
Brake Fluid ....................................... 686
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 687
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 688
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 695Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 699
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 700Tire Labeling .................................... 700DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 702Wear Indicators................................ 704 Tire Service Life ................................ 704
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 705
Tire Rotation .................................... 706
Winter Tires ..................................... 707
Battery ............................................... 708
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 710
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 711Climate Control System Maintenance.... 713Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 714
Exterior Care.................................... 717
Accessories and Modifications ........ 720
* Not available on all models
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uu Maintenance 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-Type 2
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Honda ATF-Type 2 fluid must not be mixed with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF-
Type 2 may adversely affect 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-Type 2 is not covered
by Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■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 indicator 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.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
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 (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake
distribution system is not wo rking. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 744
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold SystemIndicator ................................................... 91
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) ................................................... 203
Automatic Transmission .......................... 559
Creeping................................................. 559
Fluid ....................................................... 685
Kickdown ............................................... 559
Shift Operation ....................................... 562
Shifting ................................................... 560
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 279
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 133
B
Battery...................................................... 708
Charging System Indicator ................ 92, 742
Jump Starting ......................................... 737
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 708
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 710, 711
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 40
Beverage Holders ..................................... 244
Blank ......................................................... 139
Blind spot information System ................ 583
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 299, 362
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 487, 512 Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System ..................................................... 411
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 432
Auxiliary Consol e Panels .......................... 413
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 457
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 424
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 414
How Much Farther?TM.............................. 431
Media Servers .......................................... 431
Operating the System .............................. 415
Overhead Screen ..................................... 414
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 455
Playable Disc Types .................................. 455
Playable Discs .......................................... 433
Playing a Disc in the Rear ......................... 429
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 418
Playing a Video Using the HDMITM........... 430
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in the Rear................................................. 429
Playing Apps ............................................ 427
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu .................... 419
Rear System Setup ................................... 425
Recommended Discs ................................ 456
Selecting the Audio Source using Front
Control Panel......................................... 424
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu .......... 426
System Controls .............................. 418, 428
System Settings ....................................... 422
Video Accessibility ................................... 416
Wireless Headphones .............................. 412
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 84Brake System
............................................ 640
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 646
Brake Assist System ................................. 647
Fluid ........................................................ 686
Foot Brake............................................... 643
Indicator (Amber) ........................ 89, 90, 744
Indicator (Red) ........................... 88, 743, 744
Parking Brake .......................................... 640
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 215
Built-in Key ............................................... 157
Bulb Replacement .................................... 688
Back-Up Lights/Taillights .......................... 693
Brake, Rear Turn Signal Lights, and Rear Side Marker/Tai llights ............................ 691
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 690
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 689
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 694
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 688
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 694
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 690
Bulb Specifications ................................... 762
C
CabinTalk®.............................................. 538
CabinWatch ®........................................... 537
Car Wash Mode ........................................ 564
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 85
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 247
Carrying Cargo ................................. 541, 543
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Index
Emergency Engine Stop........................... 736
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 767
Engine ....................................................... 764
Coolant .................................................. 683
Jump Starting ......................................... 737
Oil .......................................................... 678
Starting................................................... 552
Engine Coolant ........................................ 683
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 684
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 683
Overheating ............................................ 739
Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Engine Oil ................................................. 678
Adding ................................................... 680
Checking ................................................ 679
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 670
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 741
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 678
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 198
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 85
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 717
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 220
F
Features.................................................... 275
File Manager ............................................ 323
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 713
Oil .......................................................... 681 Flat Tire
..................................................... 725
Floor Mats ................................................. 715
Fluids Automatic Transmission ........................... 685
Brake ....................................................... 686
Engine Coolant ........................................ 683
Windshield Washer .................................. 687
FM/AM Radio .................................... 291, 335
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 98
Folding Down the Rear Seats .......... 226, 231
Foot Brake ................................................. 643
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 52
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 257
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation .............................................. 258
Front Seats ................................................ 222
Adjusting ................................................. 222
Fuel ...................................................... 28, 661
Economy ................................................. 664
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Range ...................................................... 133
Recommendation .................................... 661
Refueling ................................................. 661
Fuel Economy ............................................ 664
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 28, 662
Fuses .......................................................... 747
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 753
Locations ................................. 747, 749, 752
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 664
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Information ............................................. 661
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Refueling................................................. 661
Gauges ...................................................... 127
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 92
Glass (care) ........................................ 714, 719
Glove Box .................................................. 241
Grocery Bag Hooks ................................... 248
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 723
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 487, 512
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 501, 521
Automatic Transferring............................ 520
Caller’s ID Information............................. 499
Displaying Messages................................ 531
Favorite Contacts .................................... 522
HFL Buttons..................................... 487, 512
HFL Menus ...................................... 489, 515
HFL Status Display ........................... 488, 514
In Case of Emergency .............................. 535
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 488, 514
Making a Call .................................. 506, 524
Options During a Call ...................... 511, 527
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