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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cl eaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
Hood Release
Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.8 US qt (3.6 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If 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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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the cover.
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
35W (D4S for high voltage discharge)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Cover
TabCoupler
Bulb
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high vo ltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
1.Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
■Low Beam Headlights (High Voltage Discharge Type)*
■Low Beam Headlights (Halogen Headlights)*
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the fog light being
replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the clip and screws, and pull the
inner fender back.
Fog Lights: 35 W (H8 for halogen bulb type)
1Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot wh en lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its
plastic case, and protect th e glass from contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alc ohol and a clean cloth.
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Central Pin
Inner Fender
Screw
Clip
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs*
Maintenance
3. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert a new bulb into the light assembly
and turn it to the right.
6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.1 Fog Light Bulbs*
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Push until the
pin is flat.
Bulb
Tab
Coupler
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Parking*/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking*/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the socket to the left and remove it,
then remove the old bulb.
2. Insert a new bulb.
Parking/Daytime Ru nning Light Bulbs
Parking/daytime running light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
Door mirrors have the side turn signal li ghts. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28W/8 W
Models with LED type parking/daytime running lights
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBack-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Continued
Maintenance
Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side
Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip
screwdriver to remove the cover.
u Wrap the flat-tip scre wdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
Back-Up Light: 16 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker Light: 3 CP
Cover
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake/Taillight Bulbs
Maintenance
4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it,
then remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
6. Reinstall the light assembly by sliding it on
to the guide on the body.
Brake/Taillight Bulbs
Brake/rear taillight bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Guide
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulb.
1.Remove the lens by prying on the edge of
the lens using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip scre wdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
High-Mount Brake Light Bulbs
High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type . Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Light: 5 W
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