2023 HONDA PASSPORT service indicator

Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P551)
Flat Tire (P553)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located in the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P570)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P561)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P575)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P568)
●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 (P580)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deterg ent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard join tly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the need s of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most ca ses, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid buildup of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-rel ated information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
■Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Some
gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as
ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 500
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 501Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 502
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 503
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 509Opening the Hood ........................... 510
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 511
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 512
Oil Check ......................................... 513
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 514
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 515Engine Coolant ................................ 517
Transmission Fluid ............................ 519
Brake Fluid ....................................... 520
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 520
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 521
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 526
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 530
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 531
Tire Labeling .................................... 531
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 533
Wear Indicators ............................... 535
Tire Service Life ................................ 535
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 536
Tire Rotation .................................... 537
Winter Tires ..................................... 538
Battery ............................................... 539
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 541
Climate Control System Maintenance..... 542
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 544
Exterior Care.................................... 546
Accessories and Modifications ........ 549
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver Information Interface
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
Maintenance Due Soon15%The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6
percent. Once you switch the display
by pressing the , or button,
this message will go off.The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and
serviced soon.
Maintenance Due Now5%The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Press the , or button
to switch to another display.The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be
inspected and servic ed as soon as
possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over 10
miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Press the , or button to switch to another
display.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.*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 593.
*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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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is about 1/16 inch (about 1.6 mm)
shallower than elsewher e on the tire. If the
tread has worn so th at the indicator is
exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have po or traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even wh en the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regardle ss of their condition or state of wear.
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the in dicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless
the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 396
1If the Transmission Indicator Blin ks along with the Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle.
2 Emergency Towing P. 580
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 216
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 543
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 216
Sensors ................................................... 221
Synchronization Mode ............................ 218
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 215
Clock ......................................................... 126
Coat Hook ................................................ 206
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 435
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) Indicator ............................. 95, 96
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 553, 587
Console Compartment ............................. 197
Controls .................................................... 125
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 517
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 518
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 517
Overheating ............................................ 568
Temperature Gauge ................................ 109
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 404
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 488
Cup Holders .............................................. 199
Customer Service Information ................ 597
Customized Features ............................... 329
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 168
Dead Battery ............................................ 565 Defaulting All the Settings
...................... 347
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 216
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 46
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 589
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 164
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 181
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 513
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 163
Door Mirrors ............................................. 182
Doors ......................................................... 128
Auto Door Locking .................................. 142
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 142
Door Open Message .................................. 38
Keys ........................................................ 128
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside..................................................... 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 138
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 533
Driver Information Interface ................... 110
Accessing Content ................................... 112
Warning and Information Messages .......... 98
Driving ....................................................... 377
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 447
Automatic Transmission ........................... 404
Braking .................................................... 477
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 394
Shifting Gear ........................................... 405 Starting the Engine.................................. 396
Driving Position Memory System ............ 178
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 543
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 14
ECON Button ............................................ 418
Econ Mode Indicator.................................................... 90
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 87, 572
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 421
Emergency ................................................ 580
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 591
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 517
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 565
Number................................................... 588
Oil ........................................................... 512
Remote Engine Start................................ 398
Starting ................................................... 396
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 511
Engine Coolant ......................................... 517
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 518
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 517
Overheating ............................................ 568
Temperature Gauge ................................ 109
Engine Oil ................................................. 512
Adding .................................................... 514
Checking................................................. 513
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