transmission oil HONDA CROSSTOUR 2014 1.G Owners Manual

453Driving
Parking Your VehicleWhen Stopped1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2.Firmly apply the parking brake.
3.Move the shift lever from
(D to
(P.
4.Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in particular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.1When StoppedNOTICEThe following can damage the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.•Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.•Moving the shift lever into
(P before the vehicle
stops completely.
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected.

461
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 462Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 463Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 464
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 465
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 469Opening the Hood ........................... 471
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 472
Oil Check ......................................... 473
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 475Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ....476
Engine Coolant ................................ 478
Transmission Fluid ............................ 480
Brake Fluid ....................................... 481
Power Steering Fluid Check
*............ 482
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 483
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 484
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
... 493
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 497Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 498Tire Labeling .................................... 498DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 500Wear Indicators................................ 502Tire Service Life ................................ 502
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 503
Tire Rotation .................................... 504
Winter Tires ..................................... 505
Battery............................................... 506
Remote Transmitter Care................. 507
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 507
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance....... 509
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 510
Exterior Care.................................... 512
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder
Message System Message
Indicator
Sub Items Main
Item
*1: If a 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.CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: 4WD only
*5: 6-cylinder models
*6: 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).CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission and transfer
*4 fluid
4
●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
*5, *6
●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
6
●Replace rear differential fluid
*4

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uuSpecificationsu
Continued
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Power Steering FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Honda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Power Steering Fluid
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.0 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.66 US gal (6.3 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.18 US gal
(0.68 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■TireRegular
Size
225/65R17 102T
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
Front
32 (220 [2.2])
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
SpareSize T155/90D16 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
17 x 6 1/2J
Compact Spare
16 x 4T

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Rear Differential Fluid
■Transfer Assembly FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Honda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.28 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Dual Pump Fluid II
Capacity Change 1.3 US qt (1.2 ℓ)
Specified
·SAE 90 Viscosity Hypoid Gear Oil
·API Service Classified GL4 or GL5 only
Capacity Change 0.43 US qt (0.41 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.92 US gal (7.3 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.17 US gal
(0.64 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire*1: 2WD models
*2: 4WD modelsRegular
Size
225/60R18 100H
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
33 (230 [2.3])
FrontRear
33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
SpareSizeT155/90D16 110M
*1
T155/90D17 101M
*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
18 x 7J
Compact Spare
16 x 4T
*1
17 x 4T
*2

Index
562Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 451
Accessories and Modifications................. 460
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 147
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 478
Engine Oil ................................................ 472
Washer .................................................... 483
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 472
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 141
Front Seats .............................................. 133
Head Restraints........................................ 136
Mirrors .................................................... 130
Rear Seats................................................ 139
Steering Wheel ........................................ 129
Aha
TM................................................. 209, 262
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 157
Changing the Mode ........................ 157, 158
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 159
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 509
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ........... 157, 158
Sensors .................................................... 162
Synchronized Mode ................................. 161
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 157
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 154
Cooling ................................................... 156Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 156
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 509
Heating ................................................... 155
Air Pressure............................... 498, 547, 549
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
Airbag Care............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 24
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator........................................ 50, 73, 79
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 49
AM/FM Radio............................ 171, 193, 232
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 451
Indicator.................................................... 73
Armrest..................................................... 141
Audio Remote Controls........................... 168
Audio System............................................ 164
Adjusting the Sound................ 170, 191, 222
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 165
Error Messages ........................................ 268
General Information ................................ 276
HDD ........................................................ 242
Internet Radio ................................. 207, 260
iPod ................................................ 203, 252
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 179, 210, 263Reactivating ............................................ 166
Recommended CDs ................................ 277
Recommended Devices ........................... 279
Remote Controls ..................................... 168
Security Code ......................................... 166
Theft Protection ...................................... 166
Touch Screen .................................. 183, 216
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 165
USB Flash Drives...................................... 280
Authorized Manuals................................ 557
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................ 101
Customize ...................................... 298, 309
Automatic Lighting.................................. 120
Automatic Transmission.......................... 425
Creeping................................................. 425
Fluid ....................................................... 480
Kickdown ............................................... 425
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 18, 427, 429
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 531
Shifting ........................................... 426, 428
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 165
BBattery...................................................... 506
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 534
Jump Starting ......................................... 528
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 506
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 507
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders..................................... 146

563Index
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, 548CCarbon Monoxide Gas............................... 66
Cargo Hook.............................................. 149
Carrying Cargo................................. 411, 413
CD Player.................................. 173, 200, 239
Center Pocket........................................... 152
Certification Label................................... 550Changing 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............................. 145Controls....................................................... 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
DDaytime 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

564Index
Doors........................................................... 91
Auto Door Locking .................................. 101
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 101
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator .............. 74
Door Open Indicator .................................. 31
Keys .......................................................... 91
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .................................................... 94
Lockout Prevention System ........................ 98
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 500
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support.................. 133
Driving....................................................... 409
Automatic Transmission ........................... 425
Braking .................................................... 449
Cruise Control ......................................... 432
Shifting Gear ................................... 426, 428
Starting the Engine .......................... 420, 422
Driving Position Memory System............. 127
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 509EElectric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 74, 536
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 442
Emergency................................................. 542
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 553
Engine....................................................... 550
Coolant ................................................... 478Jump Starting .......................................... 528
Oil ........................................................... 472
Starting ........................................... 420, 422
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 114
Engine Coolant......................................... 478
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 479
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 478
Overheating ............................................ 532
Temperature Gauge .................................. 83
Engine Oil................................................. 472
Adding .................................................... 475
Checking................................................. 473
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 534
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 472
ENGINE START/STOP Button.................... 115
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System............................................... 74, 536
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 512
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 131
FFeatures.................................................... 163
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 509
Oil ........................................................... 476
Flat Tire..................................................... 517
Floor Mats................................................. 511Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 480
Brake ...................................................... 481
Engine Coolant ....................................... 478
Windshield Washer ................................. 483
Fog Light Indicator.................................... 79
Folding Down the Rear Seats.................. 139
Foot Brake................................................ 450
Front Airbags (SRS).................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 133
Adjusting ................................................ 133
Fuel..................................................... 19, 456
Economy................................................. 459
Gauge ...................................................... 83
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72
Recommendation.................................... 456
Refueling ................................................ 456
Fuel Economy........................................... 459
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 19, 458
Message ................................................. 535
Fuel Fill Door............................................ 457
Fuses......................................................... 538
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 541
Locations ........................................ 538, 539
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 459
Gauge ...................................................... 83
Information............................................. 456

566Index
Indicators..................................................... 70
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 73
Charging System ............................... 71, 534
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 81, 433
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 81, 432
Door and Tailgate Open............................. 74
Door Open ................................................ 31
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System .. 74, 536
Fog Light ................................................... 79
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 76
High Beam................................................. 79
Immobilizer System .................................... 80
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 77
Lights On ................................................... 79
Low Fuel .................................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 70, 534
Low Tire Pressure ....................... 75, 446, 447
Maintenance Minder ......................... 81, 465
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 71, 535
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 70, 536
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 80
Side Airbag Off .................................... 52, 79
Smart Entry System .................................... 78
Starter System ........................................... 78
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 50, 73
TPMS ................................................. 75, 448
Transmission .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 78
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................. 73, 442VSA® OFF .......................................... 73, 443
Washer Level ............................................. 81
Information.............................................. 545
Information Display................................... 84
Instrument Panel........................................ 69
Brightness Control................................... 125
Interface Dial............................................ 215
Interior Lights........................................... 142
Interior Rearview Mirror.......................... 130
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 521
Jump Starting........................................... 528KKey Number Tag......................................... 92
Keyless Lockout Prevention....................... 98
Keys............................................................. 91
Lockout Prevention.................................... 98
Master Keys .............................................. 91
Number Tag .............................................. 92
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 100
Remote Transmitter ................................... 94
Types and Functions .................................. 91
Valet Key................................................... 92
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)....... 425
LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 439
LaneWatch
TM............................................ 444
Language (HFL)........................ 321, 333, 368
LATCH (Child Seats)............................. 59, 62
Lights................................................ 119, 484
Automatic............................................... 120
Bulb Replacement ................................... 484
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 122
Fog Lights ............................................... 122
High Beam Indicator ................................. 79
Interior.................................................... 142
Light Switches......................................... 119
Lights On Indicator.................................... 79
Turn Signals ............................................ 119
Load Limits............................................... 413
Locking/Unlocking..................................... 91
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 101
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 100
From Inside ............................................... 99
From Outside ............................................ 94
Keys.......................................................... 91
Using a Key............................................... 98
Lockout Prevention System....................... 98
Low Battery Charge................................. 534
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 70, 534
Lower Anchors..................................... 59, 62
Lubricant Specifications Chart........ 546, 548
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 413

567Index
MMaintenance............................................ 461
Battery .................................................... 506
Brake Fluid .............................................. 481
Cleaning ................................................. 510
Climate Control System .......................... 509
Coolant .................................................. 478
Heating and Cooling System ................... 509
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 465
Oil .......................................................... 473
Precautions ............................................. 462
Radiator .................................................. 479
Remote Transmitter ................................ 507
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 484
Safety ..................................................... 463
Service Items ........................................... 467
Tires........................................................ 497
Transmission Fluid ................................... 480
Under the Hood ...................................... 469
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 71, 535
Map Lights................................................ 143
Maximum Load Limit............................... 413
Meters, Gauges.......................................... 83
Mirrors...................................................... 130
Adjusting ................................................ 130
Door ....................................................... 131
Exterior ................................................... 131
Interior Rearview ..................................... 130
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 460
Moonroof................................................. 113
MP3................... 173, 179, 200, 210, 239, 263Multi-View Rear Camera.......................... 455
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 550OOdometer.................................................... 84
Oil (Engine)............................................... 472
Adding .................................................... 475
Checking ................................................. 473
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 70, 534
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 472
Viscosity .................................................. 472
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 471
Moonroof................................................ 113
Power Windows ...................................... 110
Tailgate ................................................... 105
Outside Temperature................................. 86
Adjusting................................................... 86
Overheating.............................................. 532PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode)...................................................... 430
Pandora®........................................... 208, 261
Panic Mode............................................... 109
Parking...................................................... 453Parking Brake........................................... 449
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 70, 536
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51
Passing Indicators..................................... 119
Power Windows....................................... 110
Precautions While Driving....................... 424
Rain ........................................................ 424
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 517
RRadiator.................................................... 479
Radio (AM/FM)......................... 171, 193, 232
Radio (XM®)...................................... 197, 236
Radio Data System (RDS)......... 172, 195, 234
RDS (Radio Data System)......... 172, 195, 234
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 553
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 126
Rear Seats (Folding Down)...................... 139
Rearview Mirror....................................... 130
Refueling.................................................. 456
Fuel Gauge................................................ 83
Gasoline .................................. 456, 546, 548
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Regulations............................... 447, 500, 551
Remote Transmitter................................... 94