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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P497)
Under the Hood (P507)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull it up, and then raise the
hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P519)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P524)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P528)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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Handling the Unexpected (P549)
Flat Tire (P551)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P567)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P559)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P572)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P565)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P577)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the steer ing wheel is locked.•Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
•Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.
—
•Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the
power mode is in ACCESSORY.• Change the power mo de to VEHICLE OFF.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 156
•Appears when you close the door with the power
mode in ON without the remote inside the vehicle.•Disappears when you bring the remote back inside the
vehicle and close the door.
2 Smart Entry Remote Reminder P. 158
•Appears when the remote battery becomes weak.•Replace the battery as soon as possible.
2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 539
•Appears if the remote battery is too weak to start the
engine or the key is not within operating range to
start the engine.
A beeper sounds six times.•Bring the remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP
button to be touched with.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 560
●Appears three seconds after the To Start, Hold
Remote Near Start Button , then To Start Engine
messages appeared sequentially.●Unless you bring the smart entry remote in front of the
ENGINE START/STOP button, this message does not
appear.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 560
Canada
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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate*
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Controls
Press the power tailgate button for more than
one second to operate when the power mode
is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
u Some exterior lights flash and the beeper
sounds.
If you press the button again while the power
tailgate is moving, it will reverse direction.
■Customizing when to open the tailgate
Anytime: The power tailgate unlocks and opens at the same time. This is the
default setting.
When Unlocked: The tailgate opens when all doors are unlocked.
2Customized Features P. 324
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate*
If you close the power tail gate when all the doors are
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.
If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be
disabled. The power tail gate resumes once you
manually close the tailgate.
Installing aftermarket components other than
genuine Honda a ccessories on the power tailgate
may prevent it from fully opening or closing.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you
get your cargo in and out.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully closed before
you start the vehicle.
The beeper sounds when you start driving while the
power tailgate is still open, or closing.
Power
Tailgate
Button
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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Controls
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or smart entry system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or smart entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system, or wh en the power mode is set to ON. The
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter or
smart entry system.
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uuAudio System uAuxiliary Input Jack
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Features
■On the back of the console
compartment*
The USB ports (2.5A) are only for charging
devices.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Use the jack to connect devices.
1. Open the cover.
2. Connect a device to the input jack using a
1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
u The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.
1USB Ports
These ports are for battery charge only. You cannot
play music even if you have connected a music player
to them.
Under certain conditions, a device connected to the port
may generate noise in the radio you are listening to.
On the back of the console compartment
On the back of the console
compartment
USB Ports
1 Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch to another mode or return to the AUX
mode, select the audio source icon.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace
the audio system.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
Continued
Driving
Auto Idle Stop
To help maximize fuel economy, the engine automatically stops when the vehicle
comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The
indicator (green) comes on at this time.
The engine then restarts once the vehicle is
about to move again, and the indicator
(green) goes off.
2The Engine Automatically Restarts When
P. 413
The environmental and vehicle conditions that
impact Auto Idle Stop system operation are
varied.
2 Auto Idle Stop Activates When: P. 410,
412
A message associated with Auto Idle Stop
appears on the driver information interface.
2 Indicators P. 78
2 Customized Features P. 324
If the driver’s door is opened while the
indicator (green) comes on, a buzzer sounds
to notify you that the Auto Idle Stop function
is in operation.
1 Auto Idle Stop
The 12-volt battery insta lled in this vehicle is
specifically designed for a m odel with Auto Idle Stop.
Using a 12-volt battery other than this specified type
may shorten the 12-volt ba ttery life, and prevent
Auto Idle Stop from activati ng. If you need to replace
the 12-volt battery, make sure to select the specified
type. Ask a dealer for more details.
The duration of the Au to Idle Stop operation:
•Increases in the ECON mode, compared to when
the ECON mode is off, with climate control in use.
2ECON Mode P. 415
Auto Idle Stop
Indicator (Green)
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 498
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 499Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 500
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 501
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 507Opening the Hood ........................... 508
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 509
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 510
Oil Check ......................................... 511
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 512
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 513Engine Coolant ................................ 515
Transmission Fluid ............................ 517
Brake Fluid ....................................... 518
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 518
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 519
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 524
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 528
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 529
Tire Labeling .................................... 529
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 531
Wear Indicators ............................... 533
Tire Service Life ................................ 533
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 534
Tire Rotation .................................... 535
Winter Tires ..................................... 536
Battery ............................................... 537
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 539
Climate Control System Maintenance..... 540Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 542
Exterior Care.................................... 544
Accessories and Modifications ........ 547
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