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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way th at you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of ca rgo on the roof rack (Honda accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
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.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■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 restor ed. 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)
after purchasing your new vehicle or replacing the
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.
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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 Washer 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..... 540
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 542
Exterior Care.................................... 544
Accessories and Modifications ........ 547
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now 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 in the first column on page 589.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) /100,000 km (Canada).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*6: 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.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 43ºC, 110ºF), in very low temperatures (under -29ºC, -20ºF), replace every 100,000 km (60,000 miles).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 12,000km (7,500 miles), then every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*6: 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.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 589.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, st eering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
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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 th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
Do not mix Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF-
TYPE 3.1 (or higher) may adversely affect the
operation and durability of your vehicle’s
transmission, and da mage the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) is
not covered by Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■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.
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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 and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
USB Port .................................................. 223
Wallpaper Setup ...................................... 232
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 292
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 229
Authorized Manuals ................................. 592
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 140
Customize ............................................... 341
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 167
Indicator .................................................... 84
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 411
OFF Button .............................................. 412
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 89
Auto Idle Stop OFF Indicator ..................... 89
Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator .............. 89
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 89
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 171
Automatic Lighting .................................. 163
Automatic Transmission ........................... 402
Creeping ................................................. 402
Fluid ........................................................ 517
Kickdown ................................................ 402
Operating the Shift Button....................... 405
Shifting.................................................... 403
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 224
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 113B
Back-Up Light........................................... 523
Battery ...................................................... 537
Charging System Indicator................. 81, 568
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 562
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 537
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 197
Blind Spot Information System ................ 423
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 283
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®................... 349
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 76
Brake System ............................................ 476
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 478
Brake Assist System ................................. 479
Fluid ........................................................ 518
Foot Brake............................................... 477
Indicator............................................ 80, 569
Parking Brake .......................................... 476
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 175
Bulb Replacement .................................... 519
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 523
Brake lights ............................................. 522
Daytime Running Lights........................... 520
Fog Lights ............................................... 521
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 520
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 521
Headlights ............................................... 519
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 523
Parking Lights.......................................... 520
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 523 Rear Side Marker Lights .......................... 522
Rear Turn Signal Lights............................ 522
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 522
Taillights ................................................. 522
Bulb Specifications ................................... 582
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 407
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 77
Carrying Cargo ................................. 377, 379
Certification Label ................................... 584
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 519
Charging System Indicator ................ 81, 568
Child Safety ................................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 139
Child Seat ................................................... 62
Booster Seats ............................................ 76
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 64
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 65
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 70
Larger Children ......................................... 75
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 64
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 66
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 139
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 544
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 542
Climate Control System ........................... 213
Changing the Mode................................ 213
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Index
Summer .................................................. 536
Tire Chains.............................................. 536
Wear Indicators....................................... 533
Winter .................................................... 536
Tools ......................................................... 550
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 382
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 385
Load Limits ............................................. 382
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 391
Emergency .............................................. 577
TPMS
(Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Indicator ................................................... 86
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 427
Indicator ................................................. 570
Tire Fill Assist .......................................... 570
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 389
Transmission ....................................... 22, 403
Automatic......................................... 22, 403
Fluid ....................................................... 517
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 81, 405
Number .................................................. 584
Sequential Mode..................................... 409
Trip Computer .......................................... 112
Trip Meter ................................................ 113
Troubleshooting ...................................... 549
Blown Fuse ..................... 572, 573, 574, 575
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 29
Emergency Towing ................................. 577
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 559 Noise When Braking .................................. 29
Overheating ............................................ 565
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 551
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 28, 139
Warning Indicators .................................... 80
Turn Signals .............................................. 161
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 86
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 212
Units .......................................................... 117
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 129
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ....................................................... 137
USB Flash Drives ................................ 276, 306
USB Port .................................................... 223
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 584
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)............... 420
Off Button ............................................... 421
System Indicator ................................ 84, 420
Ventilation ............................................... 214
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 510, 583
Voice Control Operation .......................... 257
Audio Commands ................................... 259
Phone Commands ................................... 259
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 258 Voice Recognition ................................... 257
W
Wallpaper
................................................. 232
Warning and Info rmation Messages ......... 96
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 567
Warning Labels ........................................... 78
Warnings ................................................... 114
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 589
Watts ......................................................... 582
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 533
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 555
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 292
Window Washers ..................................... 170
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 518
Switch ..................................................... 170
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 154
Windshield ................................................ 170
Cleaning ......................................... 542, 545
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 214
Washer Fluid ........................................... 518
Wiper Blades ........................................... 524
Wipers and Washers................................ 170
Winter Tires .............................................. 536
Snow Tires .............................................. 536
Tire Chains .............................................. 536
Wipers and Washers ................................. 170
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 171
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 524
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