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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 operate th e shift lever 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)
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 ............ 424
Safety When Performing Maintenance ...425Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 426
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 427
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 435
Opening the Hood ........................... 436
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 437
Oil Check ......................................... 438
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 439
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...440
Engine Coolant ................................ 442
Transmission Fluid ............................ 443
Brake Fluid ....................................... 444
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 445
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 446
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 448
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 451
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 452
Tire Labeling .................................... 452
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 454Wear Indicators................................ 456 Tire Service Life ................................ 456
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 457
Tire Rotation .................................... 458
Winter Tires ..................................... 459
Battery ............................................... 460
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 462
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 463Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 464
Exterior Care.................................... 466
Accessories and Modifications ........ 469
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap 1/8th turn counter-
clockwise and relieve any pressure in the
cooling system.
3. Turn the radiator cap counter-clockwise to
remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the co ntinuously variable transmission fluid by
yourself.
■Radiator1 Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.Radiator Cap
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda HCF-2
1 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda HCF-2 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda HCF-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 Hond a HCF-2 is not covered by
Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.
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uuIndicator Coming 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 action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reasons for the in dicator 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.
1 If 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. 491
U.S.
Canada (Red)
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 201
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 511
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 168
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 179
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 438
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 167
Display Setup ............................................ 214
Door Mirrors ............................................. 180
Doors ......................................................... 137
Auto Door Locking .................................. 152
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 152
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 39
Keys ........................................................ 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 149
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 140
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 147
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 454
Driver Attention Monitor ......................... 117
Driver Information Interface ............ 108, 111
Switching the Display............................... 112
Driving ....................................................... 289
Braking .................................................... 399
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 303
Shifting Position....................................... 304
Starting the Engine .................................. 296
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 463E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 14
ECON Button ............................................ 306
Elapsed Time ............................................. 116
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 91, 492
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 313
Emergency ................................................ 501
Emergency Call (eCall) ............................. 285
Emergency Engine Start ........................... 481
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 482
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 155
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 513
Engine ....................................................... 510
Coolant ................................................... 442
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 483
Oil ........................................................... 437
Starting ................................................... 296
Engine Coolant ......................................... 442
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ...................................................... 442
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 443
Overheating ............................................ 486
Temperature Gauge ................................ 105
Engine Oil ................................................. 437
Adding .................................................... 439
Checking................................................. 438
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 428
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 488
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 437
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ........... 488ENGINE START/STOP Button
.................... 164
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 492
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 81
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 466
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 180
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Features.................................................... 205
Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 463
Oil .......................................................... 440
Flat Tire ..................................................... 473
Floor Mats ................................................ 465
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 444
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 443
Engine Coolant ....................................... 442
Windshield Washer ................................. 445
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 215
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 184
Foot Brake ................................................ 403
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 52
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 198
Front Seats Adjusting ................................................ 181
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 396
Fuel ..................................................... 26, 417
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 114
Economy................................................. 420
Gauge .................................................... 105
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Index
From Inside ............................................. 149
From Outside .......................................... 140
Keys........................................................ 137
Using a Key............................................. 146
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 147
Low Battery Charge ................................. 488
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength ..... 139
Lower Anchors ........................................... 73
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 293
M
Maintenance............................................ 423
Battery .................................................... 460
Brake Fluid .............................................. 444
Cleaning ................................................. 464
Climate Control System .......................... 463
Coolant .................................................. 442
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 427
Oil .......................................................... 438
Precautions ............................................. 424
Radiator .................................................. 443
Remote Transmitter ................................ 462
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 446
Safety ..................................................... 425
Service Items ........................................... 431
Tires........................................................ 451
Transmission Fluid ................................... 443
Under the Hood ...................................... 435
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 89, 489Map Lights
................................................ 191
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 293
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 104
Mirrors ....................................................... 179
Adjusting ................................................. 179
Door ........................................................ 180
Exterior .................................................... 180
Interior Rearview ..................................... 179
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 469
Moonroof .................................................. 162
MP3 ........................................................... 220
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 415
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 510
O
Odometer.................................................. 105
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 437
Adding .................................................... 439
Checking ................................................. 438
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 428
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 488
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 437
Viscosity .................................................. 437
Open Source Licenses ....................... 254, 520
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 503 Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 436
Moonroof ............................................... 162
Power Windows ...................................... 159
Trunk ...................................................... 153
Outside Temperature Display .................. 106
Overheating .............................................. 486
P
Panic Mode............................................... 158
Parking ...................................................... 409
Parking Brake ........................................... 399
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............................. 88, 491
Parking Brake and Brake
System Indicator (Red) ....... 86, 87, 490, 491
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 65
Passing Indicators ..................................... 168
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 223
Power Windows ....................................... 159
Precautions While Driving ....................... 302
Rain ........................................................ 302
Pregnant Women ....................................... 47
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 473
R
Radiator.................................................... 443
Radio (FM/AM) ......................................... 215
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 216
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Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 316
Indicator ................................................. 493
Tires .......................................................... 451
Air Pressure..................................... 452, 509
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 451
Inspection ............................................... 451
Labeling .................................................. 452
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 473
Regulations ............................................. 454
Rotation.................................................. 458
Spare Tire ....................................... 473, 509
Summer .................................................. 459
Tire Chains.............................................. 459
Wear Indicators....................................... 456
Winter .................................................... 459
Tools ......................................................... 472
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 295
Towing Your Vehicle
Emergency .............................................. 501
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 316
Indicator ................................................. 493
Traffic Jam Assist ...................................... 373
Traffic Sign Recognition System ............. 390
Transmission ..................................... 303, 304
Fluid ....................................................... 443
Number .................................................. 510
Shift Position Indicator .............................. 89
Trip Meter ................................................ 113 Troubleshooting
....................................... 471
Blown Fuse .............................. 494, 496, 498
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 31
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 32
Emergency Towing .................................. 501
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 479
Noise When Braking .................................. 33
Overheating ............................................ 486
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 473
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 32, 151
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 485
Warning Indicators .................................... 84
Trunk ......................................................... 153
Lid ........................................................... 153
Light Bulb ................................................ 508
Main Switch ............................................ 155
Unable to Open ....................................... 503
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 421
Turn Signals .............................................. 167
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 94
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Unlocking the Doors ................................ 140
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ....................................................... 150
USB Flash Drives ........................ 206, 220, 239
USB Ports ................................................... 207
Using the Keyless Access System .............. 140
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................. 11
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 510
Vehicle Settings ........................................ 126
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA® ).............. 313
Off Indicator.............................................. 92
On and Off...................................... 122, 314
System Indicator ........................................ 92
Ventilation ................................................ 199
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 437, 509
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 313
W
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 488
Warning Labels ........................................... 82
Warnings ................................................... 125
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 515
Watts ......................................................... 508
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 456
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 472, 476
Window Washers ..................................... 175
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 445
Switch ..................................................... 175
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 159
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