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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuTire Rotation
Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Rotating tires according to the maintenance messages on the multi-information
display helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life. ■Tires without rotation marks
Rotate the tires as shown here.
■ Tires with rotation marks
Rotate the tires as shown here.
1Tire Rotation
Tires with directional tread patterns should only be
rotated front to back (not from one side to the other).
Directional tires should be mounted with the rotation
indication mark facing forward, as shown below.
When the tires are rotated, make sure the air
pressures are checked.
FRONT
Direction MarkFront
Front
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Handling the UnexpectedThis chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 270
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire *
....................... 271
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 277
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 286
Jump Starting .................................... 287
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 289
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 290 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 292
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 293
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 294
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 295
If the EPS System Indicator Comes On.. 295
If the IMA Indicator Comes On......... 296 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 296
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 297
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 300
Emergency Towing ........................... 301
When You Cannot Open the Hatch ..... 303
* Not available on all models
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If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire *
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced. 1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P .
2. Move the shift lever to
(R .
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 .
1Changing a Flat Tire *
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire th at was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent, other than
the one provided in the kit that came with your
vehicle. If used, you may permanently damage the
tire pressure sensor.
Automatic transmiss ion (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
All models
* Not available on all models
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1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the compact
spare tire well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case in the cargo area.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. CHECK TPMS
SYSTEM appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
multi-information display and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after
a few miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
Spacer
Cone
Wing
Bolt
For compact spare tire
For normal tire
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire1TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor the pressure of the
compact spare tire. Manually check the compact
spare tire pressure to be sure that it is correct.
Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with a
tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
U.S. models only
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Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
This vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise
severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the tire only has a
small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary tire repair kit so
that you can drive to the nearest service station for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place. 1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface, and apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P .
2. Move the shift lever to
(R .
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 .
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
• The tire sealant has expired.
• More than two tires are punctured.
• The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
• The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
• Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
• The tire bead is no longer seated.
• The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the ki t that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently damage the tire pressure sensor.
Contact
Area
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm) No
Automatic transmiss ion (CVT) models
Manual transmission models
All models
Pressure Gauge
Sealant/Air
Hose (Clear)
Pressure Relief Button
Air Only
Hose (Black)
Inflator Switch
Side Cover
Repair Notification Label
Power Plug
Speed Restriction Label
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4. Remove the side cover, then pull out the
power plug.
5. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
uBe careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
6. Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 62
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the compressor.
uThe compressor starts injecting sealant and air into the tire.
8. Continue to add air after the sealant
injection is complete.
9. After the air pressure reaches the required
pressure, turn off the inflator switch.
uTo check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The accessory
power socket and compressor can overheat and become permanently damaged.
There is an accessory power socket in the front
console panel.
2 Accessory Power Socket P. 129
Until the sealant injectio n is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealan t injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. Th is is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is complete.
See the driver’s doorjamb or the specifications in this
manual for the required air pressure. 2 Specifications P. 306
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death. Only run the engi ne to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
Inflator Switch
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10.Unplug the power plug from the accessory power socket.
uHandle the compressor and the power
plug carefully. They may be hot in operation.
11. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
12. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
13. Apply the repair notification label to the
flat surface of the wheel.
uThe wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessary seal and your vehicle will need to be towed.
See a Honda dealer for a re placement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
Repair
Notification Label
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1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
uDo not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Unscrew the air only hose (black) to remove
it from the sealant bottle.
■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Stop and recheck the air pressure after every 10
minutes of driving as necessary until you reach the
nearest service station where you should have the tire
permanently repaired or replaced.
Speed Restriction Label
Air Only Hose
Sealant Bottle
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5.Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose (black) on the compressor.
uDo not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
P. 284
6. If the air pressure is:
uLess than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 301
uThe required air pressure or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uIf the air pressure does not go down after the 10 minutes driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
uGreater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less than the required air pressure:
Use the air compressor to inflate the tire to the required air pressure.
2 Inflating An Under-inflated Tire P. 284
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uYou should repeat this procedures as long as the air pressure is within this range.
7. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
See the driver’s doorjamb or the specifications in this
manual for the required air pressure.
2 Specifications P. 306
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death. Only run the engi ne to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
Air Only Hose (Black)
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7.Remove the side cover, then pull out the
power plug.
8. Plug in the compressor to the accessory power socket.
uBe careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
9. Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 62
10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the compressor.
uThe compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
12. Turn off the inflator switch.
uCheck the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
uIf overinflated, press the pressure relief button.
13. Unplug the compressor from the
accessory power socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death. Only run the engi ne to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
Side Cover Power Plug
Inflator Switch
Inflator Switch
Pressure
Relief Button
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