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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.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 pa rticular 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.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
( P is shown
on the shift lever position Indicator.
1When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Changing into ( P before the vehicle stops
completely.
When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 504
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 505
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 506
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 507
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 511
Opening the Hood ........................... 512
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 513
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 514
Oil Check ......................................... 515
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 516
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...517 Engine Coolant ................................ 519
Transmission Fluid ............................ 521
Brake Fluid ....................................... 522
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 522
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 523Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 529
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 531
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 532
Tire Labeling .................................... 532
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 534Wear Indicators................................ 536 Tire Service Life ................................ 536
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 537
Tire Rotation .................................... 538
Winter Tires ..................................... 539
Battery ............................................... 540
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 541
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 542Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 543
Exterior Care.................................... 545
Accessories and Modifications ........ 549
* 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.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 521
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 522
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 531
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 523
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 529
■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 mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 509
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. 595
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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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the maintenance message in the
multi-information display, 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 MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now 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 in the first column on page 593.
*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 every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance 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 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 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) / 100,000 km (Canada).
*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 fluid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
Radiator Cap
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick

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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda All Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF-II)
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 ℓ)
Specified·Honda Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.88 US gal (7.13 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.19 US gal
(0.72 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSize245/60R18 105HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare Size
T165/90R17 105M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8JCompact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models

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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 478
Indicator ............................................. 86, 87
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 553, 587
Console Compartment ............................. 172
Controls .................................................... 107
Conversation Mirror ................................ 177
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 519
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 520
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 519
Overheating ............................................ 569
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 425
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 492
Cruise Control .......................................... 431
Indicator ................................................... 80
Cup Holders .............................................. 173
Customer Service Information ................ 596
Customized Features ............................... 303
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 148
Dead Battery ............................................ 565
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 333
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 154
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 187, 196
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 589
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 144
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 159 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 515
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 143
Display Button .......................................... 223
Door Mirrors ............................................. 160
Doors ......................................................... 109
Auto Door Locking .................................. 122
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 122
Door Open Message ............................ 32, 89
Keys ........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ................................ 14, 119
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................... 112
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 118
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 534
Driving ....................................................... 395
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 441
Automatic Transmission ........................... 425
Braking .................................................... 474
Cruise Control ......................................... 431
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 416
Starting the Engine .................................. 418
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 424
Driving Position Memory System ............. 156
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 542
E
ECON Button............................................. 428
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 85 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 78, 573
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 462
Emergency ................................................ 580
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 130
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 591
Engine ....................................................... 588
Coolant ................................................... 519
Jump Starting .......................................... 565
Oil ........................................................... 514
Remote Engine Start................................ 420
Starting ................................................... 418
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 513
Engine Coolant ......................................... 519
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 520
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 519
Overheating ............................................ 569
Temperature Gauge ................................ 101
Engine Oil ................................................. 514
Adding .................................................... 516
Checking................................................. 515
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 507
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 571
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 514
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 140
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 78, 573
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 545
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 160

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Index
F
Features..................................................... 197
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 542
Oil ........................................................... 517
Flat Tire ..................................................... 553
Floor Mats ................................................. 544
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 521
Brake ....................................................... 522
Engine Coolant ........................................ 519
Windshield Washer .................................. 522
FM/AM Radio .................................... 211, 247
Fog Lights .................................................. 147
Indicator .................................................... 79
Folding Up the Rear Seat ......................... 164
Foot Brake ................................................. 475
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 43
Front Seats ................................................ 161
Adjusting ................................................. 161
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 434
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 498
Economy ................................................. 501
Gauge ..................................................... 101
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 105
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ...................................................... 105
Recommendation .................................... 498
Refueling ................................................. 498
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 501 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 21, 499
Unable to Unlock .................................... 581
Fuses .......................................................... 575
Inspecting and Changing......................... 579
Locations................................. 575, 577, 578
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 501
Gauge ..................................................... 101
Information ............................................. 498
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 105
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling................................................. 498
Gauges ...................................................... 101
Glass (care) ................................................ 547
Glove Box .................................................. 171
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 523
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 551
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 337, 362
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .................................... 351, 375
Caller’s ID Information............................. 349
Displaying Messages................................ 389
HFL Buttons..................................... 337, 362
HFL Menus ...................................... 339, 365
HFL Status Display ........................... 338, 364 In Case of Emergency ............................. 393
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 338, 364
Making a Call ................................. 356, 383
Options During a Call...................... 361, 386
Phone Setup ................................... 343, 370
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 379
Receiving a Call............................... 360, 386
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 387
Ring Tone ....................................... 349, 374
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 388
Speed Dial ...................................... 352, 376
To Clear the System ................................ 350
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail Options ................................................. 373
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 78
HD Radio
TM............................................... 247
Head Restraints ................................ 166, 167
Headlights ................................................ 144
Aiming.................................................... 523
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 149
Automatic Operation .............................. 145
Dimming......................................... 144, 148
Operating ............................................... 144
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 154
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 178
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 154
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 178
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 179, 180, 181

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Index
Heating and Cooling System................... 193
Cooling................................................... 195
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 196
Heating................................................... 194
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 337, 362
High Beam Indicator .................................. 78
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 423
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 334
HondaLink® .............................................. 276
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 588
Engine and Transmission ......................... 588
Vehicle Identification............................... 588
Illumination Control ................................ 155
Button .................................................... 155
Immobilizer System .................................. 131
Indicator ................................................... 79
In-Bed Box ................................................ 182
Indicators .................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).................. 83
All-wheel drive (AWD)............................... 81
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 75
Auto high-beam ....................................... 79
Bed Lights On ........................................... 88
Blind spot information (BSI) ............... 85, 471
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 72
Charging System............................... 73, 571 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 86, 87
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 80, 432
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 80, 431
ECON Mode .............................................. 85
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System............................................. 78, 573
Fog Lights .................................................. 79
High Beam ................................................ 78
Immobilizer System .................................... 79
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 84, 456
Lights On ................................................... 79
Low Fuel .................................................... 75
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 73, 571
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 78, 574
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 73, 572
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Red)................................................ 72, 573
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 82
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 74
Security System Alarm ............................... 80
Shift Lever Position .................................... 74
Smart Entry System .................................... 81
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 50, 75
System Message ........................................ 80
Transmission .............................................. 74
Turn Signal and Haza rd Warning ............... 78
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF ............ 463
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System............................................. 76, 462
Information ............................................... 585 Information Button
.................................. 102
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 105
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control................................... 155
Intelligent Traction Management
System ..................................................... 429
Intelligent VTM4 (i-VTM4) ....................... 465
Interior Lights ........................................... 169
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 159
iPhone ....................................................... 299
iPod ........................................... 213, 262, 299
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 557
Jump Starting ........................................... 565
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 110
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 118
Keys ........................................................... 109
Lockout Prevention.................................. 118
Number Tag ............................................ 110
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 121
Remote Transmitter ................................. 117
Types and Functions ................................ 109
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 425

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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 454
Indicator .................................................... 84
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 472
Language (HFL) ................................. 338, 364
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 58, 63
Lights ................................................. 144, 523
Automatic ............................................... 145
Bed.......................................................... 184
Bulb Replacement .................................... 523
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 148
High Beam Indicator .................................. 78
Interior .................................................... 169
Light Switches ......................................... 144
Lights On Indicator .................................... 79
Turn Signals ............................................. 143
Load Limits ................................................ 399
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 109
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 122
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 121
From Inside .............................................. 119
From Outside ........................................... 112
Keys ........................................................ 109
Using a Key ............................................. 118
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 118
Low Battery Charge .................................. 571
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 75
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 571
Low Tire Pressure Indicator ........................ 78
Lower Anchors ...................................... 58, 63
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 587Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 399
Lumbar Support ....................................... 161M
Maintenance............................................. 503
Battery .................................................... 540
Brake Fluid .............................................. 522
Cleaning ................................................. 543
Climate Control System ........................... 542
Coolant ................................................... 519
Heating and Cooling System ................... 542
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 507
Oil ........................................................... 515
Precautions ............................................. 504
Radiator .................................................. 520
Remote Transmitter ................................. 541
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 523
Safety...................................................... 505
Service Items ........................................... 509
Tires ........................................................ 531
Transmission Fluid ................................... 521
Under the Hood ...................................... 511
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 73, 572
Map Lights ................................................ 170
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 399
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 101
Mirrors ...................................................... 159
Adjusting ................................................ 159
Door ....................................................... 160
Exterior ................................................... 160 Interior Rearview ..................................... 159
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 549
Moonroof ................................................. 138
MP3 ........................................... 216, 259, 271
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................ 216, 259, 271
Multi-Information Display ....................... 102
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 496
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 588
O
Odometer................................................. 103
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 416
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 514
Adding ................................................... 516
Checking ................................................ 515
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 507
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 571
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 514
Viscosity.................................................. 514
Open Source Licenses .............................. 302
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 512
Moonroof ............................................... 138
Power Windows...................................... 134
Tailgate................................................... 126
Trunk ...................................................... 128
Outside Temperature Display ................. 104