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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
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Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ................... 238
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 239Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service .................................................. 240
Maintenance Minder ™
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Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood ....... 245
Opening the Hood ................................. 246
Recommended Engine Oil ...................... 247
Oil Check ............................................... 248
Adding Engine Oil .................................. 249
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .... 250 Engine Coolant ...................................... 252
Transmission Fluid .................................. 254
Brake/Clutch Fluid .................................. 256
Refilling Window Washer Fluid ............... 257
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................. 258
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Checking Wiper Blades ........................... 266
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber 266
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber .. 268
Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires ........................................ 269
Tire and Loading Information Label ........ 270
Tire Labeling ........................................... 270 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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Wear Indicators ...................................... 274
Tire Service Life ...................................... 274
Tire and Wheel Replacement .................. 275
Tire Rotation .......................................... 276
Winter Tires ............................................ 277
12 Volt Battery ........................................ 278
Remote Transmitter Care ....................... 279
Replacing the Battery ............................. 279
Climate Control System Maintenance ... 280
Cleaning ................................................... 281
Interior Care ........................................... 281
Exterior Care .......................................... 283
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Maintenance Minder™
Maintenance Service Items
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System Message Indicator Maintenance Minder Message
Sub Items
Main Item
Maintenance Service Items
Independent of the maintenance minder
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messages, replace the brake luid every 3 years. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
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km).Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3
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only if they are noisy.
*1: Change the engine oil according to the maintenance minder messages, or annually, whichever comes irst.
*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 ilter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
Code Maintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oil*
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B Replace engine oil*
• 1
and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
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Check parking brake adjustment
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Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear
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box, and boots
Inspect suspension components
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Inspect driveshaft boots
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Inspect brake hoses and lines
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(including ABS/VSA ®
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Inspect all fluid levels and
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condition of fluids
Inspect exhaust system
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Inspect fuel lines and connections
• #Code Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires •
2 Replace air cleaner element* • 2
Replace dust and pollen
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filter* 3
Inspect drive belt
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3 Replace transmission fluid •
4 Replace spark plugs •
Inspect valve clearance
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5 Replace engine coolant •
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Maintenance Under the Hood Oil Check
Oil Check We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel. Park the vehicle on level ground.Wait approximately 3 minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle).Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
2.
paper towel.Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
3.
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Oil Check
If it is near or below the lower mark, add oil.
Dipstick
Upper Mark Lower Mark
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Maintenance Under the Hood Adding Engine Oil
Adding Engine Oil1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap. Slowly pour in the oil.
2.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
3.
it securely.Wait for several minutes and recheck the
4.
engine oil dipstick.
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE Do not ill the engine oil above the upper limit
mark. Overilling the engine oil may result in engin e
damage.
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Maintenance Under the Hood Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to the engine contact surface.
If it is stuck, you must detach it.
Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
7.
contact surface of the engine block, and install a new oil filter. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
8.
reinstall the drain bolt.
Tightening torque: 29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
Pour the recommended engine oil into the
9.
engine.
Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap back and
10.
start the engine. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
11.
then check that there is no leak from the drain bolt or oil filter. Stop the engine, wait for a few minutes,
12.
and then check the oil level on the engine oil dipstick.
If necessary, add more engine oil.
Oil Filter
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil ilter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer. When installing the new oil ilter, follow the instruction supplied with the oil ilter. Reinstall the engine oil ill cap. Start the engine. The low oil pressure indicator should go off within ive seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check your work.
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Maintenance Under the Hood Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant
Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50 % water. Do not add any more
antifreeze or water. We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
Reserve Tank

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1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
3.
Engine Coolant
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system lushed and reilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible. Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle's cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve
Tank
MIN
MAX
Reserve Tank
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Maintenance Under the Hood Transmission Fluid
Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid
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Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
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Specified fluid: Honda CVTF (continuously variable transmission fluid)
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature. 1. Park on level ground, and start the engine. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
2.
turn off the engine.
Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60 seconds (less than 90 seconds).
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
3.
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth. Insert the dipstick all the way back into
4.
the transmission securely, as shown in the image. Remove the dipstick again and check the
5.
fluid level.
It should be between the upper and lower marks in the HOT range.
If the level is below the lower mark, add
6.
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.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
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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Maintenance Under the Hood Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid
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Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Remove the bolts with a wrench and clips
2.
with a flat-tip screwdriver, then carefully remove the under cover.
3. Remove the transmission filler bolt and washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your fingers.
Check if the fluid level is up to the edge
of the bolt hole.
If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the
4.
bolt hole, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it runs out of the hole. Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then
5.
reinstall the filler bolt.
Tightening torque: 33 lbf∙ft (44 N∙m, 4.5 kgf∙m)
Reinstall the under cover with the bolts
6.
and clips.
Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API certiicated SAE 10 W-30 or 10 W-40 viscosity motor oil as a temporary measure.Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does not contain the proper additives for the transmission and continued use can cause stiffer shifting.
Under CoverBolt
Clip
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Maintenance Under the Hood Reilling Window Washer Fluid
Reilling Window Washer Fluid
Models with washer fluid level gauge*
Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge on the cap.If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Models with washer level sensor*
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the multi-information display. Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Reilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the window washer reservoir.Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A vinegar/water solution can damage the window washer pump.
Level Gauge
*Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
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Tools
Types of Tools ........................................ 286
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ............................... 287
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine .............................. 293
Jump Starting .......................................... 294
Shift Lever Does Not Move .................... 296
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ................... 297 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On ............................................. 299If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On ............................................. 300If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks ............................... 301If the Brake System Indicator
Comes On ............................................. 302
If the EPS Indicator Comes On ................ 302
If the IMA Indicator Comes On ............... 303If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ................................ 303 Fuses
Fuse Locations ........................................ 304
Inspecting and Changing Fuses .............. 307
Emergency Towing ................................. 308
When You Cannot Open the Hatch ....... 310
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