transmission fluid HONDA CROSSTOUR 2013 1.G Owners Manual

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uuWhen DrivinguPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1Precautions While Driving
NOTICEDo not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
(q or
LOCK (0 *1
while driving, the engine will shut down
and all steering and brake power assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
(N , as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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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.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■ What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. • If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the ve hicle using engine braking.
If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
1If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
NOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performance. The steering wheel
becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the
system cools down, EPS is restored. Repeated
operation under these conditions can eventually
damage the system.6-cylinder models
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uuSpecificationsu
Continued
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Power Steering Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Power Steering Fluid
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Rear Differential Fluid
■Transfer Assembly Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.28 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Dual Pump Fluid II
Capacity Change 1.3 US qt (1.2 ℓ)
Specified

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Index
Bluetooth® Audio ............................. 213, 266
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.... 320, 332, 367
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 65
Brake System ............................................ 449
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 451
Brake Assist System................................. 452
Fluid ....................................................... 481
Foot Brake .............................................. 450
Indicator ........................................... 70, 536
Parking Brake.......................................... 449
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 125
Bulb Replacement .................................... 484
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light,
Rear Turn Signal Light and Lower Rear
Side Marker Light ................................ 490
Fog Lights ............................................... 486
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ............... 489
Headlights .............................................. 484
High-Mount Brake Light........ .................. 492
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 492
Side Marker Lights .................................. 488
Bulb Specifications ........................... 546, 548
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 66
Cargo Hook .............................................. 149
Carrying Cargo ................................. 411, 413
CD Player .................................. 173, 200, 239
Center Pocket ........................................... 152
Certification Label ................................... 550 Changing Bulbs
......................................... 484
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 534
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats............................................. 65
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 61
Larger Children.......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 100
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 512
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 510
Climate Control System ............................ 157
Changing the Mode ................................ 157
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 159
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 509
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 158
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 157
Sensors.................................................... 162
Synchronized Mode ................................. 161
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 157
Clock ............................................................ 88
Coat Hook ................................................. 148
Compact Spare Tire .................. 517, 547, 549
Compass ............................................ 405, 407
Console Compartment ............................. 145 Controls
....................................................... 87
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 478
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 479
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 478
Overheating ............................................ 532
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 425
Cruise Control ........................................... 432
Indicator.................................................... 81
Cup Holders .............................................. 146
Customer Service Information ................. 558
Customized Features ................................ 281
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Daytime Running Lights .......................... 122
Dead Battery ............................................. 528
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 156, 159
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 551
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 119
Rearview Mirror....................................... 130
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 473
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 119
Display Button .................................. 186, 218
Door Mirrors ............................................. 131
Doors ........................................................... 91
Auto Door Locking .................................. 101
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 101
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ................. 74
Door Open Indicator.................................. 31
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Index
Security System......................................... 107
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 80
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 80
Select Lever ................................. 18, 426, 428
Operation .................................. 18, 427, 429
Releasing ................................................. 531
Won’t Move ............................................ 531
Select/Reset Knob ....................................... 84
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 58
Selector Knob (Audio) ...................... 169, 182
Sequential Shift Mode .............................. 430
Setting the Clock ........................................ 88
Shift Lever ................................... 18, 426, 428
Shift Lever Position Indicator ........... 427, 429
Shifting (Transmission) ..................... 426, 428
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 36
Side Airbags ................................................ 46
Cutoff System............................................ 48
Off Indicator .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 49
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ........................................................ 96
Snow Tires ................................................. 505
Spare Tire .................................. 517, 547, 549
Spark Plugs ........................................ 546, 548
Specifications ............................................ 546
Specified Fuel ............................ 456, 546, 548
Speedometer ............................................... 83
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 42
Starting the Engine .......................... 420, 422
Does Not Start ......................................... 525 Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 114
Jump Starting .......................................... 528
Steering Wheel ......................................... 129
Adjusting ................................................ 129
Stopping ................................................... 453
Summer Tires ............................................ 505
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 152
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 2, 3, 114
Synchronized Mode ................................. 161
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Tachometer ................................................. 83
Tailgate ..................................................... 105
Unable to Open....................................... 544
Temperature Gauge ................................... 83
Temperature Sensor ................................. 162
Time (Setting) ............................................. 88
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 446
Indicator............................................ 75, 537
Tires ........................................................... 497
Air Pressure ............................. 498, 547, 549
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 497
Inspection ............................................... 497
Labeling .................................................. 498
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 517
Regulations ............................................. 500
Rotation .................................................. 504 Spare Tire ............................... 517, 547, 549
Summer .................................................. 505
Tire Chains.............................................. 505
Wear Indicators....................................... 502
Winter .................................................... 505
Tools ......................................................... 516
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 415
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 416
Load Limits ............................................. 415
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 419
Emergency .............................................. 542
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 446
Indicator ........................................... 75, 537
Transmission ..................................... 426, 428
Automatic....................................... 426, 428
Fluid ....................................................... 480
Number .................................................. 550
Shift Lever Position Indicator ........... 427, 429
Trip Meter .................................................. 85
Troubleshooting ...................................... 515
Blown Fuse ..................................... 538, 539
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 22
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 23
Emergency Towing ................................. 542
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 525
Noise When Braking ................................. 23
Overheating ............................................ 532
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 517
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 22, 100
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 531
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