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379
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 380
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 381Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 382
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 383
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 387Opening the Hood ........................... 388
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 389
Oil Check ......................................... 390
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 391
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 392
Engine Coolant ................................ 394
Transmission Fluid ............................ 396
Brake Fluid ....................................... 397
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 398
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 399
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 407
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 411
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 412
Tire Labeling .................................... 412
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 414Wear Indicators................................ 416 Tire Service Life ................................ 416
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 417
Tire Rotation .................................... 418
Winter Tires ..................................... 419
Battery ............................................... 420
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 422
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 424
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 425
Exterior Care.................................... 427
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 397
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 411
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 399
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 407
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 385
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 475
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 432
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 434
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 443
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ....444
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 445
Jump Starting .................................... 446
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 448
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 449 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressu
re Indicator Comes
On................................................ 451
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 451
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 452
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On...................................................... 453
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 453 If the Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 454
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 455
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 456
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 460
Emergency Towing ........................... 461
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 462
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Index
478
Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode.................... 338
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 369
Accessories and Modifications ................. 377
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 156
Additives Coolant ................................................... 394
Engine Oil ................................................ 389
Washer .................................................... 398
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 389
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 149
Front Seats .............................................. 140
Head Restraints........................................ 142
Headlights ............................................... 399
Mirrors .................................................... 138
Rear Seats................................................ 146
Steering Wheel ........................................ 137
Adjusting the Sound ......................... 187, 209
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System ........................... 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 164, 168
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 424
Heating and Cooling System .................... 161
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System)
Synchronized Mode ................................. 172 Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)
Cooling ................................................... 164
Heating ................................................... 163
Air Pressure ....................................... 412, 467
Airbags ........................................................ 44
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 50
Airbag Care............................................... 56
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 47
Indicator.............................................. 54, 77
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 55
Sensors ..................................................... 44
Side Airbags .............................................. 51
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 53
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ............................ 358
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 369
Indicator.................................................... 77
Armrest ..................................................... 149
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 180
Audio System ............................................ 176
Adjusting the Sound........................ 187, 209
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 178
Error Messages ........................................ 231
General Information ................................ 235
HDMI ® Port ............................................. 178
iPod ................................................ 194, 217
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 197, 222
Recommended CDs ................................. 235
Recommended Devices............................ 237
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 180 Security Code ......................................... 179
Theft Protection ...................................... 179
USB Flash Drives...................................... 237
USB Port(s) .............................................. 177
Audio/Information Screen ............... 183, 204
Authorized Manuals ................................ 475
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 109
Customize .............................................. 110
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 366
Indicator ........................................... 74, 366
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 73, 366
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 173
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 178
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 90
B
Battery...................................................... 420
Charging System Indicator ................ 75, 451
Jump Starting ......................................... 446
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 420
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 422
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ..................................... 153
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 260, 283
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 68
Brake System ............................................ 363
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 369
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 366
Brake Assist System................................. 370
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Index
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .............................................. 99
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 104
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 414
Driving ....................................................... 313
Braking .................................................... 363
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 333
Cruise Control ......................................... 344
Shifting Gear ........................... 334, 336, 340
Starting the Engine .......................... 325, 328
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 424
E
ECO Assist System......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................. 343
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 81
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator .................................................... 73
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator ............................................ 73, 454
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 78, 453
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 354
Emergency ................................................. 461
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 471
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 394
Jump Starting .......................................... 446
Number ................................................... 468
Oil ........................................................... 389 Starting ........................................... 325, 328
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 122
Engine Coolant ......................................... 394
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 395
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 394
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 77
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 77
Overheating ............................................ 449
Engine Oil ................................................. 389
Adding .................................................... 391
Checking................................................. 390
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 383
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 451
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 389
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 69
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 427
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 139
F
Features.................................................... 175
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 424
Oil ........................................................... 392
Flat Tire ..................................................... 434
Floor Mats ................................................. 426
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 397
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 396
Engine Coolant ....................................... 394 Manual Transmission .............................. 396
Windshield Washer ................................. 398
FM/AM Radio ................................... 189, 211
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 80
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 147
Folding the Rear Seat Up ........................ 148
Foot Brake ................................................ 365
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......... 347
Indicator ................................................... 83
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 47
Front Seats ................................................ 140
Adjusting ................................................ 140
Fuel ..................................................... 22, 374
Economy................................................. 376
Gauge ...................................................... 91
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 76
Recommendation.................................... 374
Refueling .......................................... 22, 374
Fuel Economy ........................................... 376
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 22, 375
Message ................................................. 452
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 22, 375
Fuses ......................................................... 456
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 460
Locations ................................................ 456
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 376
Gauge ...................................................... 91
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Index
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 468
O
Odometer................................................... 90
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 323
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 389
Adding ................................................... 391
Checking ................................................ 390
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 383
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 451
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 389
Viscosity.................................................. 389
Opening and Closing the Moonroof ...... 121
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 388
Moonroof ............................................... 121
Power Windows...................................... 119
Tailgate................................................... 113
Overheating ............................................. 449
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ....................................... 21, 338, 339
Pandora ®.................................................. 221
Panic Mode ............................................... 118
Parking ..................................................... 371
Parking Brake ........................................... 363 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
................. 55
Passing Indicators ..................................... 127
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 200, 225
Power Windows ........................................ 119
Precautions While Driving ....................... 332
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 332
Rain ......................................................... 332
Pregnant Women ....................................... 42
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 434
R
Radiator.................................................... 395
Radio (FM/AM) .................................. 189, 211
Radio Data System (RDS) .................. 190, 212
RDS (Radio Data System) .................. 190, 212
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 471
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System
TM.................................................. 358
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 135
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 147
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 138
Refueling ................................................... 374
Fuel Gauge ................................................ 91
Gasoline .......................................... 374, 466
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Regulations ............................... 361, 414, 469
Remote Transmitter ................................... 99 Replacement
Battery .................................................... 422
Bulbs ....................................................... 399
Fuses ............................................... 456, 458
Tires ........................................................ 417
Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 407, 409
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 470
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 90
S
Safe Driving................................................ 29
Safety Check ............................................... 34
Safety Labels ............................................... 70
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 35
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 40
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 37
Checking................................................... 43
Detachable Anchor.................................... 41
Fastening .................................................. 38
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 64
Pregnant Women ...................................... 42
Reminder .................................................. 36
Warning Indicator ............................... 36, 76
Seat Heaters .............................................. 160
Seats .......................................................... 140
Adjusting ................................................ 140
Front Seats .............................................. 140
Rear Seats ............................................... 146
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Index
Turn Signals.............................................. 127
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 80
U
Unlocking the Doors .......................... 99, 105
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 237
USB Port(s) ................................................ 177
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...... 468
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 354
Off Button .............................................. 355
Off Indicator ............................................. 78
System Indicator ....................................... 78
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 389, 467
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 354
W
Wallpaper......................................... 185, 207
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 451
Warning Labels .......................................... 70
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 473
Watts ........................................................ 466
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 416
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 432, 438Window Washers
...................................... 132
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 398
Switch ..................................................... 132
Windshield ................................................ 132
Cleaning .......................................... 425, 428
Defrosting/Defogging .............. 136, 164, 168
Washer Fluid ........................................... 398
Wiper Blades ........................................... 407
Wipers and Washers ................................ 132
Winter Tires .............................................. 419
Snow Tires ............................................... 419
Tire Chains .............................................. 419
Wipers and Washers ................................. 132
Checking and Replacing Wiper
Blades............................................ 407, 409
WMA ................................. 191, 197, 214, 222
Worn Tires ......................................... 411, 416
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