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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt
1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.
2. Route the seat belt through the child seat
according to the seat maker’s instructions, and
insert the latch plate into the buckle. Insert the
latch plate fully until it clicks.
3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the
way out until it stops. This activates the lockable
retractor.
4. Let the seat belt completely wind up into the
retractor, then try to pull it out to make sure
the retractor is locked. If you are able to pull the
shoulder belt out, the lockable retractor is not
activated. Pull the seat belt all the way out, and
repeat steps 3 – 4.
5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the
buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the
lap part of the belt. When doing this, place your
weight on the child seat and push it into the
vehicle seat.
6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by
rocking it forward and back and side to side;
little movement should be felt.
7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is
activated, and the belt is fully retracted and
locked.
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to
wind up all the way.
Protecting Larger Children When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the
lap/shoulder seat belt.
Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:
• The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge
of the seat.
• The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s neck
and arm.
• The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible,
touching the child’s thighs.
• The child can stay seated for the whole trip.
Adding Security with a Tether
A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. A child
seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use the tether
for additional security.
1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage point
and lift the cover.
2. Raise the head restraint to its highest position,
then route the tether strap through the head
restraint legs. Make sure the strap is not twisted.
3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor.
4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the
child seat manufacturer.
Tether
strap
hook
AnchorOuter position
Tether strap hook
AnchorCenter position
Tether anchorage points
Anchor
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Reporting Safety Defects
In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor
Co., Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You
can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.
safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you
may also inform Transport Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and
if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall
and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may
call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about
motor vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the front can result in injury or
death if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly, using
a booster seat if needed.
WARNING
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that
can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat
in a rear seating position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the
booster seat manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to use a
booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be
sure to check current laws in the state or province/territory where you intend to
drive.
Radiator cap
Doorjambs
Sun visors
U.S. models
Canadian models
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Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
• Brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action.
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check
the oil level, and add oil if necessary (see page 117). If the indicator does
not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem.
• (Blinks) A misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn all electrical items off, but do not turn the
vehicle off to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Precision All Wheel Steer System*
There is a problem with the Precision All Wheel Steer system. Vehicle speed may be limited to 50 mph (80 km/h) or less.
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Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners*.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system. Stop in a safe
place and restart the engine.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
(Blinks and stays on) There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring
system, or a spare tire* is installed.
Keyless Access system
There is a problem with the keyless access system.
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) system
• There is a problem with the VSA system or hill start assist system.
• (Blinks) VSA is active.
Brake system
There is a problem with automatic brake hold, ACC*, CMBS*, or RDM*.
Avoid high speeds and sudden braking. Your vehicle still has normal braking
ability.

Blind Spot Information (BSI) system*
There is a problem with the BSI system or the sensor is blocked.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow*
There is a problem with the ACC system.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the LKAS.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system */Collision Mitigation Braking
System™ (CMBS™)*
There is a problem with the system, the system is turned off, the
temperature is too high, or the camera is blocked.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*/Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
system
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Electric parking brake system
There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. Stop in a safe
place and avoid using the parking brake.
Electric parking brake
(Blinks) There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
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Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Electric parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with
the fuel gauge. See your dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
Canada
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*if equipped
Auto Idle Stop*
(Blinks) There is a problem with the auto idle stop system.
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)*
• There is a problem with the SH-AWD system. The engine drives only the
front wheels.
• (Blinks) The differential temperature is too high. Stop in a safe place, shift
to Park (P), and idle until the indicator goes off.
ACC* onLKAS* on
SPORT mode on ECON mode on
Automatic brake hold on
Automatic brake activated
Auto idle stop* activated
Auto idle stop* off
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On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
*if equipped
System message
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the multi-information display. Check the display for more
information.
Immobilizer
Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle
off, and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with
the system. See your dealer.
VSA off
CRUISE MAIN on
CRUISE CONTROL on
Turn signals/hazards on Exterior lights on
Fog lights* on
High beams on
FCW*/CMBS
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Maximum Load Limit
Carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle’s handling,
stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
vehicle warranties.
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire and Loading
Information label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Label Example
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. Below are the
steps for determining the correct load limit:
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg
or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x
150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult the Owner’s Manual to determine
how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around
the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
NOTICE
Interior Checks
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Secure the floor mats.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Make sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under
the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start
the vehicle, and go off soon after.
In addition:
• During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration
or full throttle operation so as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
• Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
when the brake pads are replaced.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left under
the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover flammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

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Sequential Shift Mode*
Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 8th gears without removing
your hands from the steering wheel.
When the shift lever is in D: The vehicle goes into sequential shift mode
momentarily, and the gear indicator comes on. When you start driving at a
constant speed, sequential shift mode automatically switches off, and the gear
indicator goes off.
When the shift lever is in D (with SPORT+ mode): The vehicle goes into
sequential shift mode, and the M (sequential shift) indicator and gear indicator
come on. At speeds of 2 mph (4 km/h) or less, the vehicle automatically shifts
down into 1st gear.
To cancel this mode, press the IDS button (see page 84) to select a different
mode. When sequential shift mode is canceled, the M indicator and gear
indicator go off.
Second gear lock mode (in SPORT+ mode): If you pull the (+) paddle shifter
while stopped or driving at 6 mph (10 km/h) or less, the gear is locked in 2nd
gear. This makes it easier to pull away on slippery surfaces such as snow-covered
roads. To cancel 2nd gear lock mode, pull the (-) paddle shifter.
(-) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift down
to a lower gear. (+) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift up to a
higher gear.
Recommended shift points
Shift up Acceleration
1st to 2nd 15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 km/h)
3rd to 4th 40 mph (64 km/h)
4th to 5th 45 mph (72 km/h)
5th to 6th 50 mph (80 km/h)
6th to 7th 55 mph (89 km/h)
7th to 8th 60 mph (97 km/h)
*if equipped
4-cylinder models
*if equipped
Electronic Gear Selector*
6-cylinder models
Select the vehicle’s gear using a simple button interface. Apply the brake pedal
and select a gear.
Park (P): Press to put the vehicle in Park. A
red indicator appears.
Reverse (R): Pull back to put the vehicle in
Reverse. A green indicator appears.
Neutral (N): Press to put the vehicle in
Neutral. A red indicator appears.
Drive (D): Press to put the vehicle in Drive.
A green indicator appears. Release the
electric parking brake to begin driving (see
page 81).
In freezing or sub-freezing conditions, the electronic gear selector response may
be slow. Always apply the brake pedal before shifting into Park (P), and confirm
that (P) is shown on the gear position indicator before releasing the brake.
Auto Park Mode
For your convenience, Park (P) is automatically engaged when the vehicle is
turned off, or when all of the following conditions are met: the vehicle is stopped,
the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, and the driver’s door is opened. You should
always apply the brake and shift to Park when idling, or before exiting the vehicle.
If you select any gear other than Park when the driver’s door is opened and the
driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, Park is reengaged when the brake pedal is released.
When you change from D to R and vice versa, or want to change to Park (P),
come to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal applied. Operating the gear
buttons before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the
transmission.
NOTICE The vehicle can roll away if left unattended without confirming that Park
(P) is engaged. Always keep your foot on the brake pedal until you have
confirmed that (P) is shown on the gear position indicator.
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Car Wash Mode
Follow the procedure below to use a conveyor-style car wash where you or
an attendant do not remain in the vehicle. Make sure the wiper lever is in the
OFF position (see page 33). You should inform the car wash attendant of this
procedure.
1. When the engine is running, apply the brake pedal and select Neutral (N).
2. Within 5 seconds, press the ENGINE START/STOP button. The vehicle goes
into Accessory mode.
This mode lasts for 15 minutes before the gear changes to Park and the vehicle
turns off.
Sequential Mode*
Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 9th gears without removing your hands from the steering wheel.
When the gear is in D: The vehicle goes into sequential mode momentarily,
and the gear indicator comes on. When you start driving at a constant speed,
sequential mode automatically switches off, and the gear indicator goes off.
When the gear is in D (with SPORT+ mode): The vehicle goes into sequential
mode, and the M (sequential mode) indicator and gear indicator come on.
To cancel this mode, press the IDS button (see page 84) to select a different
mode. When sequential mode is canceled, the M indicator and gear indicator go
off.
6-cylinder models
(-) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift down
to a lower gear. (+) Paddle shifter:
Pull to shift up to a
higher gear.
Recommended shift points
Shift up Acceleration
1st to 2nd 15 mph (24 km/h)
2nd to 3rd 25 mph (40 km/h)
3rd to 4th 40 mph (64 km/h)
4th to 5th 45 mph (72 km/h)
5th to 6th 50 mph (80 km/h)
6th to 7th 55 mph (89 km/h)
7th to 8th 60 mph (97 km/h)
8th to 9th 65 mph (105 km/h)
*if equipped
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your
vehicle from moving.
Brake Assist System During hard or emergency braking, the system increases braking force. The brake
pedal may move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to hold the
brake pedal firmly down.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
During hard or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to
prevent wheel lockup and help you maintain steering control. The brake pedal
may pulsate slightly during ABS operation; this is normal. Do not pump the brake
pedal, and continue to hold it firmly down.
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size.
NOTICE
Brake pedal
Electric Parking Brake Keep your vehicle from moving while parked using a simple switch.
To apply: Pull up the switch. The PARK indicator
appears in the instrument panel.
To release: Press the brake pedal and make sure
your seat belt is fastened. Press the switch down to
release.
You can also lightly press the accelerator pedal if
your seat belt is fastened and the vehicle is on and in
Drive (D) or Reverse (R).
Pull
up to
apply
Press
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Automatic Brake Hold
Maintains rear brake hold even after the brake pedal is released. Make sure the
vehicle is on and your seat belt is fastened when operating this feature.
1. Press BRAKE HOLD. The BRAKE HOLD indicator
appears in the instrument panel.
2. With Drive (D) selected, press the brake pedal
and come to a complete stop. The HOLD
indicator appears, and brake hold is applied.
Release the brake pedal.
Press the accelerator pedal to cancel brake hold
and start moving.
To turn off brake hold: Press the brake pedal and press BRAKE HOLD again.
Automatic brake hold cancels when:
• Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
Automatic brake
hold button
Using the automatic brake hold system on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may cause a crash resulting in serious injury
or death.
Never use the automatic brake hold system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or slippery roads.
WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to park the vehicle may result in the
vehicle unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may cause a crash, resulting in serious injury
or death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is temporarily kept by automatic brake
hold and always park the vehicle by putting the transmission in Park (P) and
applying the parking brake.
WARNING
Auto Idle Stop*
Automatically stops and restarts the engine to help maximize fuel economy,
depending on environmental and vehicle conditions.
Activating Auto Idle Stop
When the vehicle stops with the gear position in
Drive (D) and the brake pedal is pressed, the engine
turns off and the auto idle stop indicator appears.
When you release the brake pedal, the engine
restarts and the vehicle begins to move.
Auto idle stop does not activate (or the engine may automatically restart) when
the driver’s seat belt is unfastened, the vehicle is stopped on a steep hill, the
windshield defroster is on, and other conditions. See the Owner’s Manual on the
Owner information CD or at owners.acura.com (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) for
a full list of conditions.
Turning the System On or Off
Press the Auto Idle Stop Off button to turn the
system off. Press the button again to turn it on.
Climate Control Operation
When auto idle stop is activated, the air conditioning system is turned off.
The engine may restart automatically under the following conditions:
• You select MAX HEAT or MAX COOL on the climate control system.
• You turn on the windshield defroster.
• The interior humidity is high.
• There is a significant difference between the climate control set temperature
and the actual interior temperature.
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Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)*
Can alert you when a potential frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is
determined and reduce your vehicle speed when a collision is deemed unavoidable
to help minimize collision severity.
The system provides visual and
audible alerts if you do not take
appropriate action to avoid a
collision.
Alert Stages
The system has three alert stages for a possible collision. Depending on the
circumstances or CMBS settings, CMBS may not go through all of the stages
before initiating the last stage.
Stage 1: Visual warnings and audible warning
Stage 2: Visual warnings, audible warning, light seat belt retraction, and
light brake application
Stage 3: Visual warnings, audible warning, strong seat belt retraction, and
strong brake application
Turning CMBS On or Off
Press and hold the CMBS OFF button. A beep
sounds and a message appears in the MID. The
CMBS indicator appears when the system is off.
Changing SettingsSee page 88 for how to change CMBS settings. Options include Long, Normal
(default), and Short. Use the CMBS OFF button to turn the system off.
Important Safety Reminder
CMBS is designed to help avoid collisions by automatically stopping the vehicle
when possible, and to reduce the severity of an unavoidable collision. It is still
your responsibility to operate the brake pedal and steering wheel appropriately
according to the driving conditions.
BRAKE message
Audible
beep Visual warning
*if equipped
Turning LKAS On or Off
1. Press MAIN. LKAS appears in the MID.
2. Press the LKAS button. Lane outlines appear
in the MID. Dotted lane lines turn solid when
the system operates.
3. Press MAIN or the LKAS button to turn the
system off.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
A camera mounted between the windshield and the rearview mirror determines if
your vehicle begins to move away from the center of a detected lane while driving
between 45–90 mph (72–145 km/h).
If you cross a detected lane line
without using your turn signal, a
message appears on the MID and
a beep sounds.
Light steering torque is applied to
keep your vehicle in the middle of
the lane.
Important Safety Reminder
The LKAS is for your convenience only. It is not a substitute for your vehicle control.
The system does not work if you take your hands off the steering wheel or fail to
steer the vehicle.
Do not place an object on the top of the instrument panel. It may reflect onto the
windshield and prevent the system from detecting lane lines properly.
Lane departure
message
Audible
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Maintenance Minder™
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and the
Maintenance Minder appears on the multi-information display every time you turn
the vehicle on.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
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Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
Roll the right
selector wheel to
change displays. Engine oil life
Service codes
Maintenance Minder
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oi l*1 and oil flter
\fnspect front and re\rar bra\bes
\fnspect tie rod end\rs, steering gearbox,\r and boots
\fnspect suspension \rcomponent s
\fnspect driveshaft b\root s
\fnspect bra\be hoses \rand lines (\fncludin\rg ABS/VSA)
\fnspect all fuid le\rvels and condition\r of f luids
\fnspect exhaust sys\rte m
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\fnspect fuel lines \rand connections#
Chec\b expiration in\rformation for Tempora\rry Tire
Repair Kit bottl e
*1:I f a message Maintenance Due Now /SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear m\hore than 1\f months
after the display is\h reset\b change the e\hngine oil every year\h.
*\f: If you drive in dus\hty conditions\b repla\hce the air cleaner \helement every 15\b000\h miles (\f4\b000 km) .
*3: If you drive primar\hily in urban areas \hthat have high conce\hntrations of soot \hin the air from ind\hustry and
from diesel-powered\h vehicles\b replace t\hhe dust and pollen f\hlter every 15\b000 mi\hles (\f4\b000 km) .
*4: Driving in mountai\hnous areas at very \hlow vehicle speeds r\hesults in higher tra\hnsmission temperat\hure.
This requires trans\hmission fuid change\hs more frequently t\hhan recommended by \hthe Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions\b have the transmission fuid changed
at 40\b000 miles (64\b0\h00 km)\b then every 3\h0\b000 miles (48\b000 k\hm) .
*5: If you drive regula\hrly in very high temp\heratures (over 110\h°F\b 43°C)\b in very lo\hw temperatures (un\hder
-\f0°F\b -\f9°C)\b replac\he every 60\b000 miles\h/100\b000 km.
*6: 6-cylinder models
CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires
2 Replace air cleaner\r element
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Replace dust and p\rollen flter*3
3Replace transmissio\rn fui d*4
4Replace spar\b plugs\r
Replace timing belt\r and inspect water \rpump*5 *6
\fnspect valve clear\rance
5 Replace engine coo\rlan t
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*1: If a message Maint\Nenance Due N\fw /SE\bVICE DUE NOW d\fes n\N\ft appear m\fre than 1\N2 m\fnths after the disp\Nlay is reset, chang\Ne the engine \fil ev\Nery year .
#: See inf\frmati\fn \fn ma\Nintenance and emis\Nsi\fns warranty.
*2: If y\fu drive in dust\Ny c\fnditi\fns, replac\Ne the air cleaner el\Nement every 15,000 \Nmiles (24,000 km) .
*3: If y\fu drive primaril\Ny in urban areas tha\Nt have high c\fncent\Nrati\fns \ff s\f\ft in th\Ne air fr\fm industr y
and fr\fm diesel-p\fwe\Nred vehicles, replac\Ne the dust and p\fll\Nen flter every 15,00\N0 miles (24,000 km\N).
*4: Driving in mountai\ynous areas at very \y\fow vehic\fe s\beeds re\ysu\fts in higher tran\ysmission tem\beratur\ye.
This requires trans\ymission fuid change\ys more frequent\fy t\yhan recommended by t\yhe Maintenance
M inder. If you regu\far\fy drive your vehic\fe under these conditions, have the transmission fuid changed
at 40,000 mi\fes (64\y,000 km), then ever\yy 30,000 mi\fes (48,\y000 km).
*5: If you drive regu\fa\yr\fy in very high tem\b\yeratures (over 110\y°F, 43°C), in very \y\fow tem\beratures (u\ynder
-20°F, -29°C), re\b\f\yace every 60,000 mi\y\fes/100,000 km.
*6: 6-cy\finder mode\fs
*7: Driving in mountai\ynous areas at very \y\fow vehic\fe s\beeds re\ysu\fts in higher \feve\y\f of mechanica\f (shea\yr)
stress to fuid. Thi\ys requires diferen\ytia\f fuid changes mo\yre frequent\fy than r\yecommended by th e
M aintenance Minder. I\yf you regu\far\fy driv\ye your vehic\fe under\y these conditions, \yhave the diferentia\y\f
fuid changed at 7,5\y00 mi\fes (12,000 km\y), then every 15,00\y0 mi\fes (24,000 km)\y.
CODEMaintenance Sub Item s
1 \b\ftate tires
2\beplace air cleaner \Nelement*2
\beplace dust and p\f\Nllen flte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3 \beplace transmissi\fn\N fuid*4
4\beplace spark plugs
\beplace timing belt\N and inspect water \Npum p*5, *6
Inspect valve clea\Nrance
5 \beplace engine c\f\fla\Nnt
6\beplace rear differen\Ntial fui d*, *7
U.S. Models
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 federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.