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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
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Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
■ MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of rain. ■ Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Pull to use washer.
MIST INT : Low speed with
intermittent
OFF LO
: Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe
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Controls
Adjusting the Seats
Adjusting the Seat Positions
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible
while allowing you to maintain full control of
the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,
well back in the seat and be able to
adequately press the pedals without leaning
forward, and grip the steering wheel
comfortably. The passenger’s seat should be
adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far
back from the front airbag in the dashboard
as possible.
■ Adjusting the front seat
1Adjusting the Seats
The National Highway Traf fic Safety Administration
and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow
at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the
steering wheel and the chest.
Always make seat adjustments before driving.
3WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result
in serious injury or death if the front
airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front
airbags as possible while maintaining
control of the vehicle.
Move back.
Allow sufficient space.
1Adjusting the front seat
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position.
Horizontal Position
Adjustment
Pull up on the bar to move the
seat, then release the bar.
Driver’s seat is shown.Seat-back Angle
Adjustment
Pull up the lever to
change the angle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome.
Perform the following procedure before towing your vehicle. 1.
Check the transmission fluid level.
uMake sure the fluid level is between the upper and lower marks.
2. Start the engine.
3. Depress the brake pedal. Move the shift lever through all its positions.
4. Shift to
(D and hold for five seconds, then to (N . Let the engine run for three
minutes, then turn it off.
5. Release the parking brake.
6. Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY
(q .
uMake sure the steering wheel does not lock.
7. Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
uThis can prevent the battery from running down.
1. Shift to
(N .
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q .
uMake sure the steering wheel does not lock.
4. Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
uThis can prevent the battery from running down.
■When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
1Towing Your Vehicle
NOTICE
Failure to follow the recommended instructions
exactly will result in se vere automatic transmission
damage. If you cannot shift the transmission or start
the engine, your vehicle must be transported on a
flat-bed truck or trailer.
Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
Consult your towing parts sales or rental agency if
any other items are recommended or required for
your towing situation.
If you tow your vehicle behind a motorhome, the
transmission fluid must be changed every 2 years or
30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
Automatic transmission models
Automatic transmission models
1When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome
NOTICE
Severe transmission damage will occur if the vehicle is
shifted from
(R to (N and then towed with the drive
wheels on the ground.
Automatic transmission models
Automatic transmission models
Manual transmission models
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uuWhen DrivinguShifting
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Driving
Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 5th gears without removing your
hands from the steering wheel. The transmission will switch to the sequential shift
mode. ■When the shift lever is in
(D :
The vehicle will go into the sequential shift mode momentarily, and the gear position
indicator will come on.
Once you start traveling at a constant speed, the sequential shift mode will
automatically switch off, and the gear position indicator will go off. Hold the
(+ paddle shifter for two seconds to return to normal drive.
■ When the shift lever is in
(S :
The vehicle will go into the sequential shift mode, and the M (sequential shift)
indicator and gear position indicator will come on. At speeds of 6 mph (10 km/h) or
less, the vehicle automatically shifts down into 1st gear. It will not automatically shift
up, even if vehicle speed increases.
You can only pull away in 1st or 2nd gear.
When switching out of the sequential shift mode, move the shift lever from
(S to
(D. When the sequential shift mode is canceled, the M indicator and shift indicator
go off.
■Sequential Shift Mode
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the
image) clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point.
uMake sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or their shape may not match.
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely.
• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is firm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack Handle Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 1.6 US qt (1.5 )
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 )
Change
including filter
3.8 US qt (3.6 )
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.18 US gal (4.47 ) *1
(change including the remaining
0.116 US gal (0.44 ) in the reserve tank)
1.15 US gal (4.37 ) *2

(change including the remaining
0.116 US gal (0.44 ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
*1: All models except Sport models
*2: Sport models
*3: U.S. models and Canadian manual transmission models
RegularSize175/65R15 84S *1
185/55R16 83H *2
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2
])32 (220 [2.2]) *1
33 (230 [2.3]) *2
Compact
Spare Size T135/80D15 99M
*3
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm 2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
*3
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 5 1/2J
*1
16 x 6J *2
Compact Spare15 x 4T *3
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