HONDA CROSSTOUR 2013 1.G Owners Manual

480
uuMaintenance Under the HooduTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICEDo not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely affect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda’s new vehicle warranty.
Main MenuTable of contents

481
uuMaintenance Under the HooduBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake FluidThe fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICEBrake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads as
soon as possible.
Brake Reservoir
MIN
MAX
Main MenuTable of contents

482
uuMaintenance Under the HooduPower Steering Fluid Check*
Maintenance
Power Steering Fluid Check *
We recommend that you check the power steering fluid level every time you refuel.
Check when the engine is not running. 1.Look at the side of the reservoir. The fluid
should be between the UPPER LEVEL and
LOWER LEVEL .
2. Add power steering fluid if necessary to the
UPPER LEVEL mark.
uInspect the system for a leak. If the fluid
level goes below the LOWER LEVEL
frequently, have the system inspected as
soon as possible.
Specified flui d: Honda Power Steering Fluid
1Power Steering Fluid Check *
NOTICETurning the steering wheel to full left or right lock
and holding it there can damage the power steering
pump.
NOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine compartment.
4-cylinder models
LOWER
LEVEL
UPPER LEVEL
* Not available on all models
Main MenuTable of contents

483
uuMaintenance Under the HooduRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
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.
If the washer fluid is low, the washer level
indicator comes on.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
Level Gauge
Canadian models
Main MenuTable of contents

484
Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
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:60W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:55W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
The exterior lights’ inside lenses (headlights, brake
lights, etc.) may fog temporarily after a car wash or
while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Passenger side
Tab Coupler
Bulb
Main MenuTable of contents

485
uuReplacing Light BulbsuHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clip and screw, and
pull the inner fender back.
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 headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
■Low Beam Headlights1Headlight Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push until it is flat.
Central pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Holding
Clip
Screw
TabCoupler
Bulb
Main MenuTable of contents

486
uuReplacing Light BulbsuFog Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Fog Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the holding clips, then push up the
under 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 fog light
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Fog Light: 55 W (H11 fo r halogen bulb type)
1Fog Light Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when 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 the glass from contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Remove the clip by using a flat-tip screwdriver.
2 Low Beam Headlights P. 485
Holding ClipsUnder CoverPassenger side
Tab
Coupler
Bulb
Main MenuTable of contents

487
uuReplacing Light BulbsuFog Light Bulbs
Maintenance
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screw, and
pull the inner fender back.
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 headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.1Fog Light Bulbs
Remove the clip by using a flat-tip screwdriver.
2 Low Beam Headlights P. 485Holding Clip
ScrewDriver side
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
Main MenuTable of contents

488
uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Side Marker Light Bulb
Maintenance
Front Side Marker Light Bulb
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screw, and
pull the inner fender back.
3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it,
then remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.
Front Side Marker Light: 5 W
1Front Side Marker Light Bulb
Remove the clip by using a flat-tip screwdriver.
2 Low Beam Headlights P. 485
Holding Clip
Screw
BulbSocket
Main MenuTable of contents

489
uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs
Continued
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Unlock the holding clips, then remove the
upper part of the air intake duct and the air intake tube.
1. Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
Front Turn Signal/Parking: 24/2.2CP
Tube
Holding Clip
Holding Clip
Driver side6-cylinder models
Passenger sideAll models
Main MenuTable of contents