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uuHonda Sensing ®u Low Speed Braking Control*
Driving
When you turn the system on and off, do the
following.
1. Press the safety support switch.
2. Roll the right selector wheel to the
symbol and push it.
u A message appears on the driver
information interface when the system
turns on or off.
u A check mark appears in the box and the
color of the symbol changes to green
when the system is on. The check mark
disappears and the color of the
symbol changes to gray when the system
is off.
The system is turned on every time you start
the engine, even if you turned it off the last
time you drove the vehicle.
■System On and Off 1 System On and Off
You can also sele ct safety support content from the
driver information interface.
2 Driver Information Interface P. 113
2 Driver Information Interface (Right Side
Area) P. 138
The system may temporarily turn off after
reconnecting the battery.
The system will automatically turn ON after the
vehicle has been moving at over 12 mph (20 km/h)
for some time.
If the system does not turn on, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
Right
Selector
Wheel
Safety Support Switch

uuHonda Sensing ®u Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
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DrivingWhen driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h) or above: Take your foot off the
pedal and press the RES/+/SET/− switch up or down when you reach the desired
speed. The moment you release the switch, the set speed is fixed, and ACC with Low
Speed Follow begins.
When driving slower than about 25 mph (40 km/h): If the vehicle is moving
and the brake pedal is not depressed, pres sing the switch fixes the set speed to
about 25 mph (40 km/h) regardless of current vehicle speed. If your vehicle is
stationary, you can set the vehicle speed even with the brake pedal depressed.
*1 : Models with A-type meter
*2 : Models with B-type meter
■To Set the Vehicle Speed1 To Set the Vehicle Speed
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF , Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, low tire pressure/
TPMS
* and safety support indicators may come on in
amber along with a message in the gauge when you
set the power mode to ON after reconnecting the
battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
You can switch the displayed set speed
measurements on the driver information interface or
audio/information screen
* between mph and km/h.
2 Settings P. 126
2 Speed/Distance Units P. 125, 150
2 Customized Features P. 363On when ACC with Low Speed Follow begins Up or down
RES/+
/SET/− Switch
(green)*1
*2
* Not available on all models

uuHonda Sensing ®u Road Departure Mitigation System
540
Driving
When you turn the Road Departure Mitigation
system on and off, do the following.
1. Press the safety support switch.
2. Roll the left selector wheel to the
symbol and push it.
2. Roll the right selector wheel to the
symbol and push it.
u A message appears on the driver
information interface when the system
turns on or off.
u A check mark appears in the box and the
color of the symbol changes to green
when the system is on. The check mark
disappears and the color of the
symbol changes to gray when the system
is off.
The Road Departure Mitigation system is in
the previously selected on (checked) or off
(unchecked) setting each time you start the
engine.
*1 : Models with A-type meter
*2 : Models with B-type meter
■Road Departure Mitigation system On and Off1 Road Departure Mitigation system On and Off
You can also sele ct safety support content from the
driver information interface.
2 Driver Information Interface P. 113
2 Driver Information Interface (Right Side
Area) P. 138
When you have selected Warning only
*1/Warning
Only*2 from the customized options using the driver
information interface* or audio/information screen*,
the system does not opera te the steering wheel.
2 Settings P. 126
2 Customized Features P. 363
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF , Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, low tire pressure/
TPMS
* and safety support indicators may come on in
amber along with a message in the gauge when you
set the power mode to ON after reconnecting the
battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
Safety Support Switch Left Selector
Wheel
Models with A-type meter
Models with A-type meter
Models with B-type meter
Right
Selector
Wheel
Safety Support Switch
Models with B-type meter
* Not available on all models

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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can ma nually or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the power mode is in.
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely. u The indicator in the switch comes on.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) comes on.
■To release
The power mode must be in ON in order to
release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The indicator in the switch goes off.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) goes off.
Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your ve hicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing downhill on steep hills.
■Parking Brake1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the parking brake. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking br ake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead. 2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 652
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four wheels
are applied by the VSA
® system until the vehicle
comes to a stop. The electric parking brake then
applies, and the switch should be released.
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.
•When the vehicle stops more than 10 minutes
while Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow is activated.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped au tomatically by ACC with
Low Speed Follow.
•When the engine is turned off, except by Auto Idle
Stop system, while ACC with Low Speed Follow is
activated.
•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped and brake hold is applied.
•When the engine is turned off, except by Auto Idle
Stop system, while brake hold system is applied.
•When there is a problem with the brake hold
system while brake hold is applied.
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 582
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 583Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 584
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 585
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 595Opening the Hood ........................... 597
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 598
Oil Check ......................................... 599
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 601
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 602
Engine Coolant ................................ 605
Transmission Fluid ............................ 607
Brake Fluid ....................................... 608
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 609
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 610
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 615Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 617
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 618
Tire Labeling .................................... 618
DOT Tire Quality Gradi ng (U.S. Vehicles) .... 620Wear Indicators................................ 622
Tire Service Life ................................ 622 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 623
Tire Rotation .................................... 624
Winter Tires ..................................... 625
Battery ............................................... 627
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 629
Climate Control System Maintenance .... 630Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 631
Exterior Care.................................... 633
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 636
Modifications................................... 637

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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uSafety When Performing Maintenance
Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safety precau tions are given here. However, we cannot
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance.
Only you can decide whether you should perform a given task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them, causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreas er or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and protective clothi ng when working with the battery or
compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on le vel ground, the parking brake is set, and
the engine is off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
u Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not start the engine unless instruct ed, and keep your hands and limbs away
from moving parts.
u Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop function is activated.
■Maintenance Safety
■Vehicle Safety
1Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and precautions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
1.5 L engine models
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Radiator Cap Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Maintenance
2.0 L engine models
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Battery
Radiator Cap
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Engine Oil Fill Cap

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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The condition of the battery is monitored by a
sensor located on the negative terminal of the
battery. If there is a problem with this sensor,
the driver information interface will display a
warning message. If this happens, have your
vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion
monthly.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 233
•The immobilizer system needs to be reset.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 101
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Canadian models only

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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The battery installed in this vehicle is specifically
designed for a model wi th Auto Idle Stop.
Using a battery other than this specified type may
shorten the battery life, a nd prevent Auto Idle Stop
from activating. If you need to replace the battery,
make sure to select the specified type and size. Ask a
dealer for more details.
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF , Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety support and
low tire pressure/ TPMS
* indicators may come on in
amber along with a message in the gauge when you
set the power mode to ON after reconnecting the
battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models