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If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire *
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full size tire repaired or
replaced. 1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P .
2. Move the shift lever to
(R .
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 .
1Changing a Flat Tire *
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
U.S. models only
Automatic transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station for a more
permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place. 1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
2. Put the shift lever in
(P .
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 .
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
Canadian models with automatic transmission
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
• The tire sealant has expired.
• More than two tires are punctured.
• The puncture is greater than 3/16 inch (4 mm) in diameter.
• The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the tire tread.
• Damage has been caused by driving with the tires
extremely under inflated.
• The tire bead is no longer seated.
• A rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the ki t that came with your vehicle. If
used, you may permanently damage the tire pressure
sensor.
When the puncture is:
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm) Kit Use
YesNo
Contact
Area
Instruction Manual
Air Compressor
Wheel
Label
Sealant Bottle
Expiration Date
Speed Limit Label
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On■Reasons for the indicator to come on
A tire pressure is significantly low. If the compact spare tire *
is installed,
the indicator stays on for a while, and then goes off. ■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
If the TPMS Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the TPMS.
• If the compact spare is installed, the indicator comes on after driving
for a few miles (kilometers).
■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire has triggered the indicator to comes on, change the tire to a
full size tire. The indicator goes off after a while.
U.S. models
1If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. ■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle. ■ Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift from side to side or break.
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uuWarranty Coveragesu
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2013 Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. ■ Canadian Owners
Please refer to the 2013 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Index
Lockout Prevention System....................... 81
Low Battery Charge ................................. 256
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 256
Lower Anchors ........................................... 54
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 269
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 157
M
Maintenance ............................................ 191
Battery .................................................... 231
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 210
Cleaning ................................................. 234
Coolant .................................................. 206
Heating and Cooling System ................... 233
Maintenance Minder TM
............................ 195
Oil .......................................................... 202
Precautions ............................................. 192
Radiator .................................................. 207
Remote Transmitter ................................ 232
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 212
Safety ..................................................... 193
Service Items ........................................... 197
Tires........................................................ 222
Transmission Fluid ................................... 208
Under the Hood ...................................... 199
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 65, 257
Manual Transmission ............................... 171
Map Lights ................................................ 111
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 157 Meters, Gauges
........................................... 72
Mirrors ....................................................... 102
Adjusting ................................................. 102
Door ........................................................ 102
Exterior .................................................... 102
Interior Rearview ..................................... 102
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 190
MP3 ................................................... 129, 133
N
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 270
OOdometer .................................................... 73
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 201
Adding .................................................... 203
Checking ................................................. 202
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 195
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 64, 256
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 201
Viscosity .................................................. 201
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 200
Power Windows ........................................ 92
Tailgate ..................................................... 88
Overheating .............................................. 254 P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode)
..................... 13, 169
Panic Mode ................................................. 91
Parking ...................................................... 185
Parking Brake ........................................... 181
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 258
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 46
Passing Indicators ....................................... 95
Precautions While Driving ....................... 163
Rain ........................................................ 163
Pregnant Women ....................................... 32
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 239, 245
R
Radiator .................................................... 207
Radio (FM/AM) ......................................... 127
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 128
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 128
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 273
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 100
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 108
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 102
Refueling .................................................. 186
Fuel Gauge................................................ 72
Gasoline .......................................... 186, 268
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Regulations ............................... 179, 225, 271
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Remote Transmitter.................................... 79
Replacement
Battery..................................................... 232
Bulbs ....................................................... 212
Fuses ............................................... 260, 261
Tires ........................................................ 228
Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 218, 220
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 272
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 73
S Safe Driving ................................................. 21
Safety Check ................................................ 25
Safety Labels ............................................... 62
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belts ..................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 28
Checking ................................................... 33
Detachable Anchor .................................... 31
Fastening ................................................... 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt.................................... 56
Pregnant Women ...................................... 32
Reminder ................................................... 27
Warning Indicator ................................ 27, 66
Seats .......................................................... 103
Adjusting ................................................. 103
Front Seats .............................................. 103
Rear Seats................................................ 108 Seat Under Box ....................................... 116
Security System ........................................... 90
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 71
Select Lever ................................. 13, 165, 171
Operation.......................... 13, 166, 167, 168
Releasing................................................. 253
Won’t Move ............................................ 253
Select/Reset Knob ....................................... 73
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 53
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 125
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 169
Setting the Clock ........................................ 76
Shift Lever ........................... 13, 165, 167, 171
Shift Position Indicator .............. 65, 166, 168
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 165, 167, 171
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ................................................ 41
Cutoff System ........................................... 43
Off Indicator.............................................. 43
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 44
Snow Tires ................................................. 230
Spare Tire .......................................... 239, 269
Spark Plugs ............................................... 268
Specifications ............................................ 268
Specified Fuel ................................... 186, 268
Speedometer .............................................. 72
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 37
Starting the Engine .................................. 161
Does Not Start......................................... 250
Engine Switch Buzzer ................................ 94 Jump Starting ......................................... 251
Steering Wheel ........................................ 101
Adjusting ................................................ 101
Stopping ................................................... 185
Summer Tires ............................................ 230
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 37
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) .......... 2, 3, 94
T Tachometer ................................................ 72
Tailgate ....................................................... 88
Unable to Open ...................................... 266
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 67
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 67
Time (Setting) ............................................. 76
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 178
Indicator ........................................... 69, 259
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 245
Tires .......................................................... 222
Air Pressure..................................... 223, 269
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 222
Inspection ............................................... 222
Labeling .................................................. 223
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 239
Regulations ............................................. 225
Rotation.................................................. 229
Spare Tire ....................................... 239, 269
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Summer .................................................. 230
Tire Chains.............................................. 230
Wear Indicators....................................... 227
Winter .................................................... 230
Tools ......................................................... 238
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 159
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 264
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .......... 178
Indicator ........................................... 69, 259
Transmission ............................. 165, 167, 171
Automatic............................................... 164
Fluid ............................................... 208, 209
Manual ................................................... 171
Number .................................................. 270
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 169
Shift Position Indicator .............. 65, 166, 168
Trip Meter .................................................. 73
Troubleshooting ...................................... 237
Blown Fuse ..................................... 260, 261
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 17
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 18
Emergency Towing ................................. 264
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 250
Noise When Braking ................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 254
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 239, 245
Rear Door Won’t Open ....................... 17, 83
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 253
Warning Indicators.................................... 64 Turn Signals
................................................ 95
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 70
U
Unlocking the Doors ............................ 79, 82
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 122, 123
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 139
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....... 270
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 176
Off Button ............................................... 177
Off Indicator .............................................. 68
System Indicator ........................................ 68
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 201, 269
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 176
W
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 256
Warning Labels ........................................... 62
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) ............................................... 275
Watts ......................................................... 268
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 227
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 238, 242
Window Washers ........................................ 97
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 211
Switch ....................................................... 97 Windshield
.................................................. 97
Cleaning ................................................. 236
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 120
Washer Fluid ........................................... 211
Wiper Blades ........................................... 218
Wipers and Washers.................................. 97
Winter Tires .............................................. 230
Snow Tires .............................................. 230
Tire Chains .............................................. 230
Wipers and Washers ................................... 97
Checking and Replacing Wiper
Blades ........................................... 218, 220
WMA ................................................. 129, 133
Worn Tires ................................................ 222
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