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321Driving
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel EconomyFuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
information display
*/multi-information display
*.
•Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
•Maintain the specified tire pressure.
•Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
•Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■
Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles drivenGallons of
fuelMiles per
Gallon
100L per 100 km Liters of
fuelKilometers
driven
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 324Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 325Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 326
Maintenance Minder™.................... 327
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 335Opening the Hood ........................... 336
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 337
Oil Check ......................................... 338
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 339Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 340
Engine Coolant ................................ 342
Transmission Fluid ............................ 344
Brake Fluid ....................................... 345
Power Steering Fluid Check.............. 346
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 346
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 347Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
.... 358
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 362Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 363Tire Labeling .................................... 363DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 365Wear Indicators................................ 367Tire Service Life ................................ 367
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 368
Tire Rotation .................................... 369
Winter Tires ..................................... 370
Battery............................................... 371
Remote Transmitter Care................. 372
Remote Control and Wireless
Headphone Care
*........................... 374
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance....... 376
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 377
Exterior Care.................................... 379
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.•Genuine Honda Motor Oil
•Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
4.Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5.Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
uIf it is stuck, you must detach it.
6.Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
uApply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
7.Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
uTightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8.Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine.
uEngine oil change capacity (including filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the dipstick.
uIf necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Honda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.93 US gal (7.3 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire*1: Touring modelsRegular
Size
P235/65R17 103T
P235/60R18 102T
*1
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2])
33 (230 [2.3])
35 (240 [2.4])
*1
Compact
SpareSize T135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
17 x 7J
18 x 7J
*1
Compact Spare
17 x 4T

Index
425Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 310
AC Power Outlet...................................... 176
Accessories and Modifications................ 322
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 175
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 342
Engine Oil ............................................... 337
Washer ................................................... 346
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 337
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 167
Front Seats.............................................. 153
Head Restraints ....................................... 156
Mirrors.................................................... 151
Rear Seats ............................................... 161
Steering Wheel ....................................... 150
Temperature ........................................... 100
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System)....................... 186
Changing the Mode................................ 186
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows........................................ 187
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 376
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 186
Sensors ................................................... 191
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 186
Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)............... 182
Cooling................................................... 184Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 184
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 376
Heating ................................................... 183
Air Pressure....................................... 363, 413
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 22
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 76, 80
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors...................................................... 39
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Radio............................................ 200
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 310
Indicator .................................................... 75
Armrest..................................................... 167
Audio Remote Controls............................ 198
Audio System............................................ 194
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 199
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 195
Error Messages ........................................ 230
General Information ................................ 232
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 221
Reactivating............................................. 196
Recommended CDs ................................. 233Recommended Devices............................ 235
Remote Controls ..................................... 198
Security Code .......................................... 196
Theft Protection ...................................... 196
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 195
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 235
Audio/Information Display........................ 91
Authorized Manuals................................ 421
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 115
Customize ............................................... 116
Automatic Lighting.................................. 142
Automatic Transmission........................... 294
Creeping ................................................. 294
Fluid ........................................................ 344
Kickdown ................................................ 294
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 296
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 395
Shifting ................................................... 295
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 195
Average Fuel Economy.................. 88, 92, 99
Average Speed................................... 92, 100
BBattery...................................................... 371
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 398
Jump Starting .......................................... 393
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 371
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 372, 374
Belts (Seat).................................................. 30
Beverage Holders..................................... 173

427Index
Keys........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 111
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 112
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 365
Driving...................................................... 279
Automatic Transmission .......................... 294
Braking ................................................... 308
Cruise Control ........................................ 297
Shifting Gear .......................................... 295
Starting the Engine ................................. 291
Driving Position Memory System............ 148
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 376EElapsed Time........................................ 92, 99
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 300
Emergency................................................ 409
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 417
Engine....................................................... 414
Coolant .................................................. 342
Jump Starting ......................................... 393
Oil .......................................................... 337
Starting................................................... 291
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 140
Engine Coolant........................................ 342
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 343
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 342Overheating ............................................ 396
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Engine Oil................................................. 337
Adding .................................................... 339
Checking ................................................. 338
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 327, 331
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 72, 398
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 337
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide).................................. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 379
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 152
FFeatures..................................................... 193
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 376
Oil ........................................................... 340
Flat Tire..................................................... 383
Flip-up Trash Bag Ring............................. 171
Floor Mats................................................. 378
Fluids
Automatic Transmission........................... 344
Brake....................................................... 345
Engine Coolant........................................ 342
Power Steering ........................................ 346
Windshield Washer.................................. 346
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 80
Folding Down the Rear Seats.......... 161, 165
Foot Brake................................................. 309Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Fuel...................................................... 17, 318
Economy ................................................. 321
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy .................... 88, 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ........................................... 88, 92, 99
Recommendation .................................... 318
Refueling................................................. 318
Fuel Economy........................................... 321
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 17, 320
Message.................................................. 399
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 17, 319
Fuses.......................................................... 403
Inspecting and Changing......................... 408
Locations................. 403, 404, 405, 406, 407
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 321
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 318
Instant Fuel Economy .................... 88, 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling................................................. 318
Gauges........................................................ 86
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 295

430Index
OOdometer.............................................. 87, 99
Oil (Engine)............................................... 337
Adding .................................................... 339
Checking ................................................. 338
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 327, 331
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 398
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 337
Viscosity .................................................. 337
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 336
Moonroof ................................................ 139
Power Windows ...................................... 136
Sliding Door............................................. 125
Tailgate ................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display............ 89, 100
Overheating.............................................. 396PPanic Mode............................................... 135
Parking...................................................... 312
Parking Brake............................................ 308
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 72, 400
Parking Sensor System.............................. 313
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51
Passing Indicators..................................... 141
Power Sliding Door................................... 127
Power Tailgate.......................................... 121
Power Windows........................................ 136Precautions While Driving....................... 293
Rain ........................................................ 293
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 383
RRadiator.................................................... 343
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 200
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 203
Range.............................................. 88, 92, 99
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 203
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 417
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 147
Rear Entertainment System..................... 236
Rear Seats (Folding Down).............. 161, 165
Rearview Camera..................................... 317
Rearview Mirror....................................... 151
Refueling.................................................. 318
Fuel Gauge................................................ 86
Gasoline .......................................... 318, 412
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Regulations............................... 303, 365, 415
Remote Transmitter................................. 111
Removable Center Console...................... 170
Removing a Second Row Outer Seat...... 162
Removing the Second Row
Center Seat............................................. 164
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 372, 374Bulbs ...................................................... 347
Fuses ...................... 403, 404, 405, 406, 407
Tires........................................................ 368
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 358
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 416
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 88, 99
SSafe Driving................................................ 25
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels.............................................. 69
Safety Message.......................................... 23
Seat Belts.................................................... 30
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ........... 34, 35
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 62
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 75
Seat Heaters............................................. 180
Seats.......................................................... 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Front Seats.............................................. 153
Rear Seats ............................................... 161
Seat Heaters ........................................... 180