reset HONDA CROSSTOUR 2012 1.G Service Manual

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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission
Check the f luid level monthly.
See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See .
Lights Check the operation
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However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability.
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. U.S. Vehicles:
288
288
340 342
359
344
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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Maint enance
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of all the lights monthly. See page

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Maintenance Minder
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Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid (4WD only)
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace rear differential fluid (4WD only)
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A
B
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1
2
3
4
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Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
If the 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 in the center
column on page .
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
NOTE: 1:
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If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under 20°F,29°C) or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles
(U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada).
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Fill the f uel tank.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Clean the interior. Make sure the
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time,
see page .
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system may disable itself. The next
time you turn on the radio, you will
see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
frequency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see
).
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual. 240
On models with navigation system
Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage
368
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.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.

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Tailgate............................
Open Indicator .60
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Opening the .91
Seats
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Adjusting .93
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Folding .97
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Heaters .100
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Security System . 241
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Select/Reset Knob .63
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Selecting a Child Seat .40
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Selector Knob (Disc Changer) . 135
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Serial Number .400
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Service Minder .325
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Service Manual .419
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Service Station Procedures . 283
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Setting the Clock .238
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators . 302
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Shif t Lock Release .305
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Side Airbags .9 ,27
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
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Side Curtain Airbags . 9,28
How Your Side Curtain ..........................
Airbags Work .28
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Signaling Turns .70
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Snow Tires .365
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Sound System .134 Spare Tire
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Inf lating .372
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Specif ications .403
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Spark Plugs .402
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Specif ications .402
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Speed Control .246
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Speed Limiter .305
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Speedometer .63
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 21
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Additional Safety Precautions . 32
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Airbag Service .31
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Airbag System Components . 21
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .23
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .28
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SRS Indicator .29 ,57
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 79.......................
Starting the Engine .301
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .301
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With a Dead Battery . 382
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 384
Steering Wheel ................................
Adjustments .76
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 79
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Steering Wheel Buttons . 234,253
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Stereo Sound System . 134
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Sun Visors .117
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Sunglasses Holder .117
Supplemental Restraint ..................................
System .9,21
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Servicing .31
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SRS Indicator .29 ,57
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System Components . 21
SVC (Speed-sensitive ...
Volume Compensation) . 142,189
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Synthetic Oil .334
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