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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 692
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..693
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 694
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 695
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 705
Opening the Hood ........................... 706
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 708
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 709
Oil Check ......................................... 710
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 711
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ....712
Engine Coolant ................................ 714
Transmission Fluid ............................ 716
Transfer Assembly Fluid
*.................. 716
Brake Fluid ....................................... 717
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 717
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 718
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 723
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 728
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 729
Tire Labeling .................................... 729
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 731
Wear Indicators ............................... 733
Tire Service Life ................................ 733
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 734
Tire Rotation .................................... 735
Winter Tires ..................................... 736
Battery ............................................... 737
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 739
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 740Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 742
Exterior Care.................................... 744
Accessories and Modifications ........ 747
* Not available on all models
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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. 32
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 717
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 728
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 718
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 723
■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. 700
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. 800
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.
U.S. models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 750
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 751
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 762
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak .. 764
Emergency Engine Start ................... 765
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 766
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 767
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 769 Indicator Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning
Appears ............................................. 771
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ....772If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 772
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 773
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 774
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 775 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 776
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ....... 777
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 778
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 783
Emergency Towing ........................... 785
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 786If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 787
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 788
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Index
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 714
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 715
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 714
Overheating............................................. 769
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 532
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 668
Cup Holders ............................................... 264
Customer Service Information ................. 801
Customize Display ..................................... 152
Customized Features ........................ 421, 429
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 225
Dead Battery ............................................. 767
Defaulting All the Settings .............. 428, 455
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 285
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 54
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 793
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 220
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 236
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 710
Display Setup .................................... 303, 347
Door Mirrors ............................................. 237
Doors ......................................................... 178
Auto Door Locking .................................. 195
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 195
Door Open Message .................................. 42
Keys ........................................................ 178 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside .............................................. 192
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ........................................... 181
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 731
Drive Mode System .................................. 548
Driver Attention Monitor ................ 132, 160
Driver Information Interface
Switching the Display ...................... 125, 154
Driver Information Interface (A-type Meter) ........................................ 125
Driver Information Interface Left Side Area (B-type-Meter) ........................................ 151
Driver Information Interface Right Side Area
(B-type-Meter) ........................................ 154
Driving ...................................................... 501
Automatic Transmission .......................... 532
Braking ................................................... 652
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 519
Shifting Gear ........................................... 533
Starting the Engine.................................. 524
Driving Position Memory System ............ 233
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 741
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 14
Elapsed Time ..................................... 130, 159
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator.......................................... 106, 774
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 555Emergency
................................................ 785
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 795
Engine Coolant .................................................. 714
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 767
Number .................................................. 792
Oil .......................................................... 709
Starting................................................... 524
Switch Buzzer ................................. 218, 219
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 708
Engine Coolant ........................................ 714
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 715
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 714
Overheating ............................................ 769
Temperature Gauge ................................ 122
Engine Oil ................................................. 709
Adding ................................................... 711
Checking ................................................ 710
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 696
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............. 771
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 709
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............ 771
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 217
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 774
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 95
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 744
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 237
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Index
K
Keyless Access System.............................. 181
Keys ........................................................... 178
Number Tag............................................ 179
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 194
Remote Transmitter ................................ 187
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 532
Knee Airbags .............................................. 67
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 612
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 82, 89
Lights ................................................ 220, 718
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 226
Bulb Replacement ................................... 718
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 225
Fog Light ................................................ 224
High Beam Indicator ............................... 108
Interior.................................................... 260
Light Switches......................................... 220
Lights On Indicator.................................. 108
Parking Lights ......................................... 220
Load Limits ............................................... 505
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 178
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 195
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 194
From Inside ............................................. 192
From Outside .......................................... 181
Keys........................................................ 178
Using a Key............................................. 188 Low Battery Charge
.................................. 772
Low Fuel Indicator .................................... 105
Low Speed Braking Control ..................... 584
Lower Anchors ............................................ 82
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 791
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 505
Lumbar Support ........................................ 240
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 240
M
Maintenance............................................. 691
Battery .................................................... 737
Brake Fluid .............................................. 717
Cleaning .................................................. 742
Coolant ................................................... 714
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 695
Oil ........................................................... 710
Precautions .............................................. 692
Radiator .................................................. 715
Remote Transmitter ................................. 739
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 718
Safety ...................................................... 693
Service Items ........................................... 700
Tires ........................................................ 728
Transfer Assembly Fluid ........................... 716
Transmission Fluid ................................... 716
Under the Hood ...................................... 705
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............ 103, 772
Map Light Switches .................................. 261
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 505 Meters, Gauges
......................................... 121
Mirrors ...................................................... 236
Adjusting ................................................ 236
Door ....................................................... 237
Exterior ................................................... 237
Interior Rearview ..................................... 236
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 747
MP3 ................................................... 309, 370
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 672
N
Navigation........................................ 131, 159
No Content ............................................... 138
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 792
O
Odometer................................................. 122
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 519
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 709
Adding .................................................... 711
Checking................................................. 710
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 696
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............. 771
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 709
Viscosity .................................................. 709
Open Source Licenses ....................... 416, 802
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 706
Panoramic Roof ....................................... 213
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Index
Trailer Stability Assist............................... 515
Transmission ........................................ 27, 533
Automatic ......................................... 27, 533
Fluid ........................................................ 716
Gear Position Indicator..................... 103, 535
Number ................................................... 792
Sequential Mode ..................................... 540
Transmission System
Indicator .......................................... 104, 777
Trip Computer ........................................... 330
Trip Meter ......................................... 128, 156
Troubleshooting ....................................... 749
Blown Fuse .............................. 778, 780, 782
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 34
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 34
Emergency Towing .................................. 785
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 762
Noise When Braking .................................. 36
Overheating............................................. 769
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 751
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 34, 194
Warning Indicators .................................... 98
Turn Signals Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) .................... 108
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 269
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 181
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside ................................................. 192 USB Flash Drives
............... 292, 309, 370, 401
USB Ports ................................................... 293
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................. 11
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 792
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) .............. 555
Off Button............................................... 556
Off Indicator.................................... 107, 555
System Indicator .............................. 107, 555
Ventilation ................................................ 281
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 709, 791
Voice Control Operation .......................... 349
Audio Commands ................................... 350
General Commands ................................ 350
List Commands ....................................... 351
Navigation Commands ............................ 351
Phone Commands ................................... 350
Standard Commands............................... 351
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 350
Voice Recognition ................................... 349
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 332
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 771
Warning Labels ........................................... 96
Warnings ........................................... 139, 168
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 797 Watts
........................................................ 790
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 733
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 756
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 383
Window Washers ..................................... 229
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 717
Switch .................................................... 229
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 210
Windshield ............................................... 229
Cleaning ................................................. 745
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 285
Washer Fluid ........................................... 717
Wiper Blades........................................... 723
Wipers and Washers ............................... 229
Winter Tires .............................................. 736
Snow Tires .............................................. 736
Tire Chains.............................................. 736
Wipers and Washers ................................ 229
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 230
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 723
Front....................................................... 229
Rear ........................................................ 231
Wireless Charger ...................................... 275
WMA ................................................. 309, 370
Worn Tires ................................................ 728
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