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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Continued
Driving
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome.
Perform the following procedure before towing your vehicle.
1. Check the transmission fluid level.
u Make sure the fluid level is be tween the upper and lower marks.
2. Start the engine.
3. Depress the brake pedal. Move the sh ift lever through all its positions.
4. Shift to
(D and hold for five seconds, then to (N. Let the engine run for three
minutes, then turn it off.
5. Release the parking brake.
6. Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY
(q.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not lock.
7. Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
u This can prevent the battery from running down.
■When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
1Towing Your Vehicle
NOTICE
Failure to follow the recommended instructions
exactly will result in severe automatic transmission
damage. If you cannot shift the transmission or start
the engine, your vehicle must be transported on a
flat-bed truck or trailer.
Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
To avoid damage to the AWD system, your vehicle
must be towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Consult your towing parts sales or rental agency if
any other items are recommended or required for
your towing situation.
If you tow your vehicle behind a motorhome, the
transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or
30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
AWD models
1 When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
NOTICE
Severe transmission damage wi ll occur if the vehicle is
shifted from
( R to (N and then towed with the drive
wheels on the ground.
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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way th at you would raise the center of gravity.
• Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Honda
accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performa nce. The steering wheel
becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the
system cools down, the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
( q or
LOCK
( 0 while driving, the e ngine will shut down
and all steering and brake pow er assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
( N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acce leration) performance.
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.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 268
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 269Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 270
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 271
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 277Opening the Hood ........................... 278
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 279
Oil Check ......................................... 280
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 281
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 282
Engine Coolant ................................ 284
Transmission Fluid ............................ 286
Brake Fluid ....................................... 287
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 288
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 289
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 296Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 300
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 301Tire Labeling .................................... 301DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 303Wear Indicators................................ 305
Tire Service Life ................................ 305 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 306
Tire Rotation .................................... 307
Winter Tires ..................................... 308
Battery ............................................... 309
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 310
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 311
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 313
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 314
Exterior Care.................................... 316
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 286
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 287
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 300
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 289
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 296
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the information display/multi-
information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 274
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 353
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•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.
Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If a message
SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you tow your vehicle behind a motorhome, the transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1. Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
u Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3. Remove the dipstick (y ellow loop) from the
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely, as shown in the
image.
5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
u It should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6. If the level is below the lower mark, add
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the
level between the upper and lower marks,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle' s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda's new vehicle warranty.
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.Upper Mark
Lower Mark
HOT

Range
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indi cator Comes On (Red)
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator Comes On (Red)
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
B
Battery....................................................... 309
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
Jump Starting .......................................... 328
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 309
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 310
Behind a Motorhome ............................... 235
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29
Beverage Holders ...................................... 134
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 172
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 194
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 64
Brake System ............................................. 256
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 258
Brake Assist System ................................. 259
Fluid ........................................................ 287
Foot Brake ............................................... 257
Indicator ............................................ 68, 335
Parking Brake .......................................... 256
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 117
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 289
Brake Light, Taillight , Back-Up Light, Rear
Turn Signal Light a nd Lower Rear Side
Marker Light ........................................ 292
Fog Lights ................................................ 290
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ................ 292
Headlights ............................................... 289
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 295
Rear License Plate Light............................ 295
Side Marker Lights ................................... 291
Upper Rear Side Marker/Taillight .............. 294 Bulb Specifications
................................... 344
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 65
Cargo Hook ............................................... 137
Cargo Side Net .......................................... 136
Carrying Cargo ................................. 227, 229
CD Player ................................................... 161
Certification Label .................................... 346
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 289
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 102
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 64
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 60
Larger Children ......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 102
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 316
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 314
Climate Control System ............................ 145
Changing the Mode ................................ 145
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 146
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 313 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 145
Sensors ................................................... 148
Synchronized Mode ................................ 147
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 145
Clock ........................................................... 96
Coat Hook ................................................ 136
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 321, 345
Compass .................................................... 223
Console Compartment ............................. 133
Controls ...................................................... 95
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 284
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 285
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 284
Overheating ............................................ 331
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 242
Cruise Control .......................................... 246
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 134
Customer Service Information ................ 354
Customized Features ................................. 84
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 114
Dead Battery ............................................ 328
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 144, 146
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 347
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 112
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Index
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 120
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 280
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 112
Display Button ............................................ 81
Door Mirrors ............................................. 121
Doors .......................................................... 97
Auto Door Locking.................................. 103
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 103
Door Open Indicator ........................... 28, 72
Keys.......................................................... 97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................... 99
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 100
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 303
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support ................. 122
Driving ...................................................... 225
Automatic Transmission .......................... 242
Braking ................................................... 256
Cruise Control ........................................ 246
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 237
Shifting Gear .......................................... 243
Starting the Engine ................................. 239
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 313
DVD Player ............................................... 174
E
Eco Assist System .......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 245 Elapsed Time
............................................... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 73, 335
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 249
Emergency ................................................ 340
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 349
Engine ....................................................... 346
Coolant ................................................... 284
Jump Starting .......................................... 328
Oil ........................................................... 279
Starting ................................................... 239
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 111
Engine Coolant ......................................... 284
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 285
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 284
Overheating ............................................ 331
Temperature Gauge .................................. 77
Engine Oil ................................................. 279
Adding .................................................... 281
Checking ................................................. 280
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 271
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 68, 333
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 279
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 73, 335
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 316
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 121
F
Features.................................................... 149
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 313
Oil ........................................................... 282
Flat Tire ..................................................... 321
Floor Mats ................................................. 315
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 286
Brake ...................................................... 287
Engine Coolant ....................................... 284
Windshield Washer ................................. 288
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 129
Foot Brake ................................................ 257
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 40
Front Seats ................................................ 122
Adjusting ................................................ 122
Fuel ...................................................... 16, 262
Economy ................................................. 265
Gauge ....................................................... 77
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ................................................. 79, 82
Recommendation .................................... 262
Refueling................................................. 262
Fuel Economy ........................................... 265
Fuel Fill Cap .............................................. 264
Message.................................................. 334
Fuel Fill Door ............................................ 263
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Index
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 252
Button ..................................................... 252
Indicator .................................................... 73
Transmission .............................................. 243
Automatic ............................................... 243
Fluid ........................................................ 286
Number ................................................... 346
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 69, 244
Trip Meter ................................................... 79
Troubleshooting ....................................... 319
Blown Fuse ...................................... 337, 338
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 20
Emergency Towing .................................. 340
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 327
Noise When Braking .................................. 20
Overheating............................................. 331
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 321
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 19, 102
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 330
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Turn Signals ............................................... 112
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 74
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................... 99
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 11
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 150, 151 USB Flash Drives
....................................... 193
V
Valet Key..................................................... 98
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 346
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 249
Off Button............................................... 250
Off Indicator.............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 279, 345
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 249
W
Wallpaper................................................... 90
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 333
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 351
Watts ......................................................... 344
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 305
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 324
Window Washers ..................................... 115
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 288
Switch ..................................................... 115
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 108
Windshield ................................................ 115
Cleaning ................................................. 317
Defrosting/Defogging ...................... 144, 146 Washer Fluid ........................................... 288
Wiper Blades........................................... 296
Wipers and Washers ............................... 115
Winter Tires .............................................. 308
Snow Tires .............................................. 308
Tire Chains.............................................. 308
Wipers and Washers ................................ 115
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 296
Front....................................................... 115
Rear ........................................................ 116
WMA ................................................. 161, 169
Worn Tires ................................................ 300
X
XM® Radio ................................................ 159
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