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uuBraking uBrake Assist System
Driving
Brake Assist System
Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when you depress
the brake pedal hard during emergency braking.
■Brake assist system operation
Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking.
When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and an operating noise
may be heard. This is normal. Keep holding the brake pedal firmly down.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 600
Safety When Performing Maintenance ....601Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 602
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 603
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 611
Opening the Hood ........................... 612
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 613
Oil Check ......................................... 614
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 615
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...616
Cooling System ................................ 618
Transmission Fluid ............................ 620
Brake Fluid ....................................... 621
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 622
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 623
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 627
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 631
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 632
Tire Labeling .................................... 632
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 634Wear Indicators................................ 636 Tire Service Life ................................ 636
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 637
Tire Rotation .................................... 638
Winter Tires ..................................... 639
12-Volt Battery ................................. 640
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 642
Climate Control System Maintenance .... 643Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 644
Exterior Care.................................... 646
Accessories and Modifications .......... 649

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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Routine inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
2 Maintenance P. 37
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 621
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 631
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 623
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 627
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 607
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 704
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slightly, you can release the
lever.
4. Lift the hood up most of the way.
u The hydraulic supports will lift it up the
rest of the way and hold it up.
When closing, lower it to approximately
12 inches (30 cm), then press down firmly with
your hands.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Pull
Hood Release Handle
Lever

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Unscrew the bolts.
2. Pull the taillight carefully until the snap pins
are removed from the body grommets.
Brake Light: LED
Taillight: LED
Rear Side Marker Light: LED
Rear Turn Signal Li ght: 21 W (Amber)
1Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and Rear Turn
Signal Light Bulbs
Brake lights, taillight s, and rear side marker lights are
LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Bolt
Snap Pin

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
3.Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
4. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it.
5. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
6. Align the pins with the body grommets,
then push in until they fully seat.
SocketBulb

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uTaillight and Back-Up Lights
Maintenance
Taillight and Back-Up Lights
Taillights and back-up lights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Light
Rear license plate light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
High-Mount Brake Light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.

uuCleaning uExterior Care
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Maintenance
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Refer to the color code label and temperat ure notice label affixed to the driver’s
doorjamb before painting the vehicle.
High temperature may damage the high-volt age battery used to power the electric
motor.
When painting the vehicle in a heated paint booth, make sure the temperature does
not exceed 150°F (65°C).
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
■Painting the Vehicle1 Painting the Vehicle
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