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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 that you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo 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 change the gear position to
( N, as you will
lose engine braking (and acceleration) 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 ............ 626
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..627
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 628
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 629
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 635
Opening the Hood ........................... 636
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 637
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 638
Oil Check ......................................... 639
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 640
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ....641
Engine Coolant ................................ 643
Transmission Fluid ............................ 645
Brake Fluid ....................................... 646
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 646
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 647
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 652
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 656
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 657
Tire Labeling .................................... 657
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 659Wear Indicators................................ 661 Tire Service Life ................................ 661
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 662
Tire Rotation .................................... 663
Winter Tires ..................................... 664
Battery ............................................... 665
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 667
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 668Climate Control System Maintenance .. 670Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 672
Exterior Care.................................... 674
Accessories and Modifications ........ 677
* Not available on all models
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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 719.
*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 719.
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, steering 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
NOTICE
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 Steeri ng (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
Updating Apps ........................................ 278
USB Flash Drives ...................... 259, 318, 353
USB Port .................................................. 241
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 250, 270
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 334
Audio/Information Screen ................ 248, 266
Authorized Manuals ................................. 722
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 152
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 179
Indicator .................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 91
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 91
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 538
OFF Button .............................................. 539
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 184
Automatic Lighting .................................. 176
Automatic Transmission ........................... 529
Creeping ................................................. 529
Fluid ........................................................ 645
Kickdown ................................................ 529
Operating the Shift Button....................... 532
Shifting.................................................... 530
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 242
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 116
AWD Torque ............................................. 119
B
Battery....................................................... 665
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 697 If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 692
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 665
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 39
Beverage Holders ..................................... 215
Blind spot information System ................ 549
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 262, 325
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®........... 451, 476
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System ..................................................... 374
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 395
Auxiliary Console Panels .......................... 376
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 420
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 387
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 377
How Much Farther?TM............................. 394
Media Servers.......................................... 394
Operating the System .............................. 378
Overhead Screen ..................................... 377
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 418
Playable Disc Types .................................. 418
Playable Discs .......................................... 396
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 392
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 381
Playing a Video Using the HDMITM........... 393
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in
the Rear ................................................ 392
Playing Apps ........................................... 390
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 382
Rear System Setup................................... 388
Recommended Discs ............................... 419 Selecting the App using Front Control
Panel..................................................... 387
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 389
System Controls .............................. 381, 391
System Settings....................................... 385
Video Accessibility ................................... 379
Wireless Headphones .............................. 375
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 77
Brake System ............................................ 604
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 606
Brake Assist System................................. 607
Fluid ....................................................... 646
Foot Brake .............................................. 605
Indicator ........................................... 82, 699
Parking Brake.......................................... 604
Brake System (Red) Indicator ................................................. 699
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 188
Bulb Replacement .................................... 647
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 651
Brake Lights ............................................ 651
Brake/Taillights........................................ 650
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 648
Fog Lights ............................................... 649
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 648
Front Turn Signal Lights .......................... 649
Headlights .............................................. 647
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 651
Parking Lights ......................................... 648
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 651
Rear Side Marker Lights .......................... 650
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Index
Starting the Engine .................................. 522
Driving Position Memory System ............. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 671
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 12
ECON Button ............................................. 543
Econ Mode Indicator .................................................... 90
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 87, 699
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 546
Emergency ................................................. 706
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 717
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 643
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 692
Number ................................................... 714
Oil ........................................................... 638
Remote Engine Start ................................ 524
Starting ................................................... 522
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 637
Engine Coolant ......................................... 643
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 644
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 643
Overheating............................................. 695
Temperature Gauge................................. 110
Engine Oil .................................................. 638
Adding .................................................... 640
Checking ................................................. 639 Displaying Maintenance Minder
Information ........................................... 630
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 697
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 638
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 171
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 699
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 78
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 674
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 193
F
Features.................................................... 239
File Manager ............................................. 286
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 671
Oil ........................................................... 641
Flat Tire ..................................................... 681
Floor Mats ................................................. 673
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 645
Brake ...................................................... 646
Engine Coolant ....................................... 643
Windshield Washer ................................. 646
FM/AM Radio .................................... 254, 298
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 89
Fog Lights ................................................. 178
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 205
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 206
Foot Brake ................................................ 605
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 50 Front Seats
................................................ 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 601
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 621
Economy................................................. 624
Gauge .................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 116
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 116
Recommendation.................................... 621
Refueling ................................................ 621
Fuel Economy ........................................... 624
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 622
Unable to Unlock .................................... 707
Fuses ......................................................... 701
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 705
Locations ........................ 701, 702, 703, 704
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 624
Gauge .................................................... 110
Information............................................. 621
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 116
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................ 621
Gauges ...................................................... 110
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 532
Gear Shift Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 530
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