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374
Driving
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Fuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with pro
per maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accord ance with the messages displayed on the
information display
*/multi-information display *.
• Use the recommended
viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire
pressure.
• Do not load
the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep you
r vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1 Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 LiterKilometers L per 100 km
* Not available on all models

377
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 378
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 379Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 380
Maintenance Minder™ ...............
..... 381
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 389Opening the Hood ........................... 390
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 392
Oil Check ......................................... 393
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 394
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 395
Engine Coolant ................................ 397
Transmission Fluid ............................ 399
Brake Fluid ....................................... 400
Power Steering Fluid ........................ 400
Refilling Window Wa s
her Fluid......... 401
Replacing Light Bulbs .... ................... 402Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 410Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 414
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 415Tire Labeling .................................... 415DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 417Wear Indicators................................ 419 Tire Service Life ................................ 419
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 420
Tire Rotation .................................... 421
Winter Tires ..................................... 422
Battery .............
.................................. 423
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 424
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*...........................425Climate Control System Maintenance..... 427Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 428
Exterior Care.................................... 430
* Not available on all models

383
uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance 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
Maintenance
Minder 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.
*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).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear bra kes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110ºF, 43ºC), in very low temperatures (under
-20ºF, -29ºC), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance 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 * fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace VTM-4 r * rear differential fluid*5
* Not available on all models

387
uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance 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
only 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.
*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).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear bra kes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110ºF, 43ºC), in very low temperatures (under
-20ºF, -29ºC), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance 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 * fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace VTM-4 r * rear differential fluid*5
* Not available on all models

392
uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Recommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it
meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another
co
mmercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is
labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.
• Genuine Honda Motor Oil
• Prem
ium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1 Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature

uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
396
Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5.Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it
is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away
dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Appl
y a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
7. Pu
t a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tighte
ning torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. P
our the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engi
ne oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reins
tall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engin
e for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. S
top the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If neces
sary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter

465
uu Specifications u 

Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
*1: 2WD models
*2: 4WD models
■Rear Differential Fluid *
■Transfer Assembly Fluid *
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.2 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
*1
3.6 US qt (3.4 ℓ)*2
SpecifiedHonda VTM-4 Differential Fluid
Capacity Change2.79 US qt (2.64 ℓ)
SpecifiedHYPOID GEAR OIL API GL4 or GL5 
SAE75W-85 (SAE90 CAN BE USED)
Capacity Change0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■ En
gine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
includi
ng
filter 4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.98 US gal (7.5 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.198 US gal (0.75 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*3: U.S. LX
*4: Except U.S. LX
Regular
SizeP235/65R/17 103T*3
P235/60R/18 102T*4
Pressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front31 (210 [2.1])*3
35 (240 [2.4])*4
Rear33 (230 [2.3])*3
35 (240 [2.4])*4
Compact
Spare Size
T165/80D17 104M
Pressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7.5J*3
18 x 7.5J*4
Compact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models

Index
478
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 362
AC Power Outlet .............
.......................... 158
Accessories and Modifications ............
..... 375
Accessory Power Sockets .....................
..... 156
Additives Coolant ................................................... 397
Engine Oil ................................................ 392
Washer .................................................... 401
Additives, Engine Oil ......
.......................... 392
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 149
Front Seats .............................................. 137
Head Restraints........................................ 141
Mirrors .................................................... 135
Rear Seats................................................ 146
Steering Wheel ........................................ 134
Temperature .............................................. 87
Air Conditioning System 
(Climate Control System) ...................
..... 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows ............................................... 166
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 427
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 165
Sensors .................................................... 170
Synchronized Mode ................................. 167
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 165
Air Pressure .....................
.................. 415, 465Airbags
...........
............................................. 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision ........................................ 41
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 20
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator........................................ 48, 71, 75
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 49
Sensors ..................................................... 37
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 46
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 50
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 47
AM/FM Radio .
................................... 186, 219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................
. 362
Indicator.................................................... 71
Armrest ..........
........................................... 149
Audio Remote Controls .....
.............. 184, 217
Audio System .
........................................... 172
Adjusting the Sound........................ 185, 218
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 173
Error Messages ........................................ 266
General Information ................................ 272
iPod ®............
........................................... 240
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 207, 244
Reactivate ............................................... 174
Recommended CDs ................................. 273
Recommended Devices............................ 275
Remote Controls ............................. 184, 217
Security Code .......................................... 174
Theft Protection ...................................... 174
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 173
USB Flash Drives...................................... 275
Audio/Information Display ...
................... 176
Authorized Manuals .............
................... 474
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................
105
Customize ........................................ 93, 106
Automatic Lighting ...............
................... 126
Automatic Transmission .......
................... 345
Creeping................................................. 345
Fluid ....................................................... 399
Kickdown ............................................... 345
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 14, 347
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 447
Shifting ................................................... 346
Auxiliary Input Jack ..............
................... 173
Average Fuel Economy .........
............... 82, 88
Average Speed .
.................................. 88, 177
B
Battery...................................................... 423
Charging System Indicator ................ 69, 450
Jump Starting ......................................... 445
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 423
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 424
Belts (Seat) ........
.......................................... 29
Beverage Holders ..................
................... 154
Bluetooth ® Au
dio............................. 211, 248
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeL
ink®............. 278, 301
Booster Seats (For Children) .
..................... 64

480
Index
Locking/Unlocking the Doors 
from the Inside ...................................... 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors 
from the Outside ................................... 101
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 102
DOT Tire Quality Grading ...................
..... 417
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .............
..... 137
Driving ........
............................................... 323
Automatic Transmission ........................... 345
Braking .................................................... 360
Cruise Control ......................................... 348
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 340
Shifting Gear ........................................... 346
Starting the Engine .................................. 342
Driving Position Memory System ........
..... 132
Dust and Pollen Filter .....
.......................... 427
E
Elapsed Time....................................... 88, 177
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ........
..... 352
Emergency ..
............................................... 459
Emissions Testing (R
eadiness Codes)....... 470
Engine ........
............................................... 466
Coolant ................................................... 397
Jump Starting .......................................... 445
Oil ........................................................... 392
Starting ................................................... 342
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 124
Engine Coolant ...............
.......................... 397
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 398Adding to the Reserve Tank.....................
397
Overheating ............................................ 448
Temperature Gauge .................................. 80
Engine Oil ......
........................................... 392
Adding .................................................... 394
Checking................................................. 393
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 381, 385
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 68, 450
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 392
Exhaust Gas Hazard 
(Carbon Monoxide) ..........
........................ 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .....
...................... 430
Exterior Mirrors ..................
...................... 136
F
Features.................................................... 171
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 427
Oil ........................................................... 395
Flat Tire ..........
........................................... 435
Floor Mats ......
........................................... 429
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 399
Brake ...................................................... 400
Engine Coolant ....................................... 397
Power Steering ........................................ 400
Windshield Washer ................................. 401
Fog Light Indicator .............
........................ 75
Folding Down the Rear Seats ..
146, 147, 148
Foot Brake .....
........................................... 361 Front Airbags (SRS)
...............
..................... 40
Front Seats ........
........................................ 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Fuel ...................
.................................. 15, 371
Economy................................................. 374
Gauge ...................................................... 80
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 88
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ................................................. 82, 88
Recommendation.................................... 371
Refueling ................................................ 371
Fuel Economy ...
........................................ 374
Fuel Fill Cap ......
.................................. 15, 373
Message ................................................. 451
Fuel Fill Door ....
.................................. 15, 372
Fuses .................
........................................ 454
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 458
Locations ........................ 454, 455, 456, 457
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 374
Gauge ...................................................... 80
Information............................................. 371
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 88
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................ 371
Gauges ..............
.......................................... 80
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 346

483
Index
O
Odometer............................................. 81, 86
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..........
... 340
Oil (Engine) .
............................................. 392
Adding ................................................... 394
Checking ................................................ 393
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 381, 385
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 68, 450
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 392
Viscosity.................................................. 392
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 390
Moonroof ............................................... 123
Power Windows...................................... 120
Tailgate................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display .............
84, 87
Overheating .....................
........................ 448
P
Panic Mode............................................... 119
Parking ........
............................................. 364
Parking Brake ...................
........................ 360
Parking Brake and 
Brake System Indicator ..
.................. 68, 452
Parking Sensor System .....
........................ 365
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ............
..... 49
Passing Indicators .............
........................ 125
Power Tailgate .................
........................ 112
Power Windows ...............
........................ 120
Precautions While Driving ....................
... 344Driving Guidelines

for Your Utility Vehicle ........................... 344
Rain ......................................................... 344
Pregnant Women ................
....................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .....................
..................... 435
R
Radiator.................................................... 398
Radio (AM/FM) .....................
............. 186, 219
Radio (XM ®) ....
.......................................... 223
Radio Data System (RDS) .....
............. 189, 222
Range ..............
...................................... 82, 88
RDS (Radio Data System) .....
............. 189, 222
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) .......
470
Rear Defogger/
Heated Door Mirror Button ...................
131
Rear Entertainment System .....................
251
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ..
..... 146, 147, 148
Rearview Camera .................
............. 369, 370
Rearview Mirror ...................
..................... 135
Refueling .........
.......................................... 371
Fuel Gauge ................................................ 80
Gasoline .......................................... 371, 464
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations .....
.......................... 357, 417 , 467
Remote Transmitter ............
..................... 101
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 424
Bulbs ....................................................... 402
Fuses ............................... 454, 455, 456 , 457Tires ........................................................
420
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 410
Reporting Safety Defects .......
.................. 469
Resetting a Trip Meter ...........
.............. 82, 87
S
Safe Driving................................................ 23
Safety Check ......
......................................... 28
Safety Labels ......
......................................... 66
Safety Message ..
......................................... 21
Seat Belts ...........
......................................... 29
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 33
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 31
Checking................................................... 36
Detachable Anchor.................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 32
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 60
Pregnant Women ...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 30
Warning Indicator ............................... 30, 70
Seat Heaters.......
....................................... 162
Seats ...................
....................................... 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 137
Front Seats .............................................. 137
Rear Seats ............................................... 146
Seat Heaters ............................................ 162
Security System ..
....................................... 118
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 76