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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge goes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level, an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, or no coolant in the tank, check that
the radiator is cool. Remove the engine
compartment cover (B), cover the reserve
tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the
cap. Add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark and put the cap back on.
2Engine Compartment Cover P. 535
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge has gone down, resu me driving. If it has not gone down,
contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the reserve tank cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the reserve tank
cap.
3.0 L engine models
All models
3.0 L engine models
MAX
MIN
Reserve Tank
3.0 L engine models
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 537
3.Start the engine and check the Engine Oil
Pressure Low warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediatelyM
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Charging System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a prob lem with the charging system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop in a safe place and have yo ur vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
If the Slow Down! Reduced Stopping Power
Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when braking ability is reduced.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
Slow down and drive carefully. Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
1 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
If the charging system warn ing or battery indicator
illuminate and there is a rotten egg smell in the
vehicle, roll down the windows to prevent
accumulation of gasses in the vehicle.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(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. 374
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks 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. 629
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel pr ovided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the engine.
2. Open the fuel fill door.
2 How to Refuel P. 516
3.Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 582
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel systemM
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuelM
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flames away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 199
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 637
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 150
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 165
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 537
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 149
Door Mirrors ............................................. 166
Doors ........................................................ 120
Auto Door Locking.................................. 135
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 135
Door Open Indicator ................................. 35
Keys........................................................ 120
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 15, 132
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 123
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 130
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 558
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 108
Driving ...................................................... 367
Automatic Transmission .......................... 380
Braking ................................................... 484
Shifting Gear .......................................... 381
Starting the Engine ................................. 374
Driving Position Memory System ............ 162
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 391E
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 88, 618
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 404
Emergency ................................................ 629
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 639
Engine ....................................................... 636
Coolant ........................................... 544, 546
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 608
Oil ........................................................... 536
Remote Engine Start ................................ 376
Starting ................................................... 374
Engine Coolant ................................. 544, 546
Adding the Coolant ................................. 547
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 545
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 544
Overheating ............................................ 611
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
Engine Oil ................................................. 536
Adding .................................................... 539
Checking ................................................. 537
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 525
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 614
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 536
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ........... 614
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 146
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 574
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 166
F
Features.................................................... 203
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 570
Oil ........................................................... 540
Flat Tire ..................................................... 583
Floor Mats ................................................. 572
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 548
Brake ...................................................... 549
Engine Coolant ............................... 544, 546
Windshield Washer ................................. 549
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 238
Fog Lights ................................................. 153
Indicator.................................................... 90
Foot Brake ................................................ 488
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Front Seats ................................................ 168
Adjusting ................................................ 168
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 481
Fuel ...................................................... 22, 515
Economy ................................................. 518
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 103
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 87
Range ..................................................... 103
Recommendation ............................ 515, 634
Refueling................................................. 515
Fuel Economy ........................................... 518
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 22, 516
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Index
Fuses.......................................................... 622
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 628
Locations ................................................. 622
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 518
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Information ............................................. 515
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 103
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 87
Refueling ................................................. 515
Gauges ......................................................... 97
Glass (care) ........................................ 572, 577
Glove Box .................................................. 182
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 581
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 329
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 340
Automatic Transferring ............................ 339
Displaying Messages ................................ 352
Favorite Contacts ..................................... 341
HFL Buttons ............................................. 329
HFL Menus .............................................. 333
HFL Status Display.................................... 331
In Case of Emergency .............................. 362
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 332 Making a Call .......................................... 342
Options During a Call .............................. 346
Phone Setup............................................ 335
Receiving a Call ....................................... 345
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 350
Ringtone ................................................. 339
Selecting a Phone .................................... 351
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 349
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
HD Radio
TM................................................ 241
Head Restraints ........................................ 174
Headlights ................................................. 150
Aiming .................................................... 550
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 154
Automatic Operation............................... 151
Dimming ......................................... 150, 153
Operating................................................ 150
Head-Up Display ....................................... 112
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 196
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 194, 195
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 329
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 378
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 326
Honda App License Agreement .............. 282
I
Identification Numbers............................ 636
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number .............................................. 636
Illumination Control ................................ 159
Immobilizer System .................................. 139
Indicator ................................................... 91
Indicators .................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (Amber) ............................. 93
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (White/Green) .................... 93
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 88
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 90
Auto Idle Stop (Green) .............................. 85
Auto Idle Stop OFF .................................... 85
Auto Idle Stop Suspend............................. 86
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) ................. 85
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 82, 489
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 82, 489
Charging System............................... 83, 615
Cruise Mode Indicator (White/Green) ........ 94
Door and Trunk Open ............................... 35
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 88, 618
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 614
Fog Light .................................................. 90
High Beam ................................................ 90
Immobilizer System ................................... 91
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Index
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) .................................................. 93
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/ Green) .................................................... 93
Lights On .................................................. 90
Low Fuel ................................................... 87
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 89, 408, 410
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Gear
Selection Indicator................................... 83
Maintenance Minder................................. 92
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 83, 616
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) .......................................... 82, 619
Parking Brake and Brake
System (Red) ..................... 80, 81, 617, 619
Safety Support Indicator (Amber) .............. 94
Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray) ....... 96
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 37, 87
Security System Alarm............................... 91
Shift Position............................................. 83
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) ............................................. 92
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 57, 88
System Message ....................................... 92
Transmission System ................................. 84
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning............... 90
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .. 89, 405
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 89, 404
Information .............................................. 633
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 103 Instrument Panel
........................................ 77
Brightness Control ................................... 159
Interior Convenience Items ...................... 189
Interior Lights ........................................... 180
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 165
iPad ............................................................ 280
iPhone ....................................................... 280
iPod ................................................... 255, 280
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 601
Jump Starting ........................................... 608
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 122
Keyless Access System ............................... 123
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 130
Keys ........................................................... 120
Lockout Prevention .................................. 130
Number Tag ............................................ 122
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 134
Remote Transmitter ................................. 128
Two-way Keyless Remote ................ 131, 376
Types and Functions ................................ 120
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 380
Knee Airbags .............................................. 51
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 449LATCH (Child Seats)
.................................... 66
Legal Information .................................... 294
License Information ................................. 297
Lights ................................................. 150, 550
Automatic ............................................... 151
Bulb Replacement ................................... 550
Chicane
TM Daytime Running Lights .......... 153
Fog Lights ............................................... 153
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Interior .................................................... 180
Light Switches ......................................... 150
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................ 149
Load Limits ................................................ 371
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 120
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 135
Childproof Door Locks............................. 134
From Inside ............................................. 132
From Outside .......................................... 123
Keys ........................................................ 120
Using a Key ............................................. 129
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 130
Low Battery Charge ................................. 615
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 87
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength ...... 122
Lower Anchors ............................................ 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 635
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 371
Lumbar Support ....................................... 168
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Index
M
Maintenance..................................... 104, 521
Adding the Coolant ................................. 547
Battery..................................................... 564
Brake Fluid............................................... 549
Cleaning .................................................. 571
Climate Control System ........................... 570
Coolant ........................................... 544, 546
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 525
Oil ........................................................... 537
Precautions .............................................. 522
Radiator................................................... 545
Remote Transmitter ......................... 568, 569
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 550
Safety ...................................................... 523
Service Items............................................ 528
Tires ........................................................ 555
Transmission Fluid.................................... 548
Under the Hood....................................... 532
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 83, 616
Map Lights ................................................ 181
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 371
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 97
Mirrors ....................................................... 165
Adjusting ................................................. 165
Door ........................................................ 166
Exterior .................................................... 166
Interior Rearview...................................... 165
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 578
Moonroof .................................................. 145
MP3 ............................................................ 258 MP3/WMA/AAC
........................................ 258
Multi-Information Display ......................... 98
Switching the Display .............................. 101
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 505
N
Navigation................................................ 103
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 636
O
Odometer................................................... 98
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 536, 635
Adding .................................................... 539
Checking................................................. 537
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 525
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 614
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 536, 635
Viscosity .......................................... 536, 635
Open Source Licenses ............................... 296
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 631
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 534
Moonroof ............................................... 145
Power Windows ...................................... 142
Trunk ...................................................... 136
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 146
Outside Temperature Display .................... 99Overheating
............................................. 611
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ......... 389
Panic Mode ............................................... 141
Parking ..................................................... 494
Parking Brake ........................................... 484
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ................................................. 617
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 82
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Red) ............................ 80, 81, 619
Parking Sensor System ............................. 496
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 150
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 261
Power Windows ....................................... 142
Precautions While Driving ....................... 379
Rain ........................................................ 379
Pregnant Women ....................................... 41
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 583
R
Radar Sensor............................................ 483
Radiator .................................................... 545
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 238
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 242
Range ........................................................ 103
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Index
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)...... 639
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 161
Rear Seats ................................................. 178
Seat Heaters ........................................... 195
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 165
Refueling .................................................. 515
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 97
Gasoline ......................................... 515, 634
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 87
Regulations .............................. 410, 558, 637
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 376
Remote Transmitter ................................. 128
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 568
Replacement Battery ............................................ 568, 569
Bulbs ...................................................... 550
Fuses ...................................... 622, 624, 625
Tires........................................................ 561
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 552
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 638
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 102
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 167
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 470
On and Off ............................................. 472
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 76 Safety Message
............................................. 3
Safety Support .......................................... 111
Seat Belts ..................................................... 36
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 40
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 38
Checking ................................................... 42
Fastening ................................................... 39
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 69
Pregnant Women ...................................... 41
Reminder ................................................... 37
Warning Indicator ................................ 37, 87
Seat Heaters ...................................... 194, 195
Seat Ventilators ........................................ 194
Seats .......................................................... 168
Adjusting ................................................. 168
Front Seats .............................................. 168
Lumbar Support ...................................... 168
Rear Seats ............................................... 178
Seat Control Interface .............................. 170
Seat Heaters .................................... 194, 195
Ventilators ............................................... 194
Security System ......................................... 139
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 91
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 91
Select Button ............................................ 381
Operation ................................................ 383
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 65
Sequential Mode ...................................... 388
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 389
Setting the Clock ...................................... 118 SH-AWD
® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 407
Shift Button ........................................ 20, 381
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 83, 383
Shift Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 381
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 20, 381
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 40
Side Airbags ................................................ 54
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 56
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 267
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 242
Snow Tires ................................................. 563
Spare Tire (Optional) ........................ 598, 635
Spark Plugs ............................................... 634
Specifications ............................................ 634
Specified Fuel ................................... 515, 634
Speed Limit Information ............................ 99
Speed/Distance Units ................................ 104
Speedometer .............................................. 97
Sport Gauge Settings ............................... 105
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 46
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 403
Starting the Engine .................................. 374
Does Not Start......................................... 605
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 148
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 608
Remote Engine Start................................ 376
Steering Wheel ......................................... 164
Adjusting ................................................ 164
Stopping ................................................... 494
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