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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten 
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the 
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may 
damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine  oil above the upper mark. 
Overfilling the engine oil  can result in leaks and...

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
Changing the Engine  Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the 
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be  damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance  with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal 
operating temperature, and then turn the 
engine off.
2....

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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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 oil filter base, and 
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to 
the oil filter rubber seal.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then 
reinstall the...

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
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Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any 
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant  level every time you refuel. Check the 
reserve tank first. If it is completely  empty, also check the coolant level in the 
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve 
tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the  MIN mark,...

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
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Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are 
cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 567
3.Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and 
relieve any pressure in  the coolant system. 
Do not push the cap down when turning.
4. Push down and turn the radiator cap 
counterclockwise to remove it.
5. The coolant level should be up to the base 
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6. Put the radiator cap back...

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Specified fluid: Honda  Automatic Transmission Fl uid ATF-TYPE 3.1 or 
higher
1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic 
transmission fluid) with  other transmission 
fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF 
DW-1...

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the  MIN 
and  MAX  marks on the side of the reservoir.
Refilling Window  Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer  fluid by looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fi ll the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low,  a message appears on the MID.
Pour the washer fluid carefully.  Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake...

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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1. Remove the clips.
2.  Remove the air intake duct.
High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:
LED type
55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration,  or a scratch on the glass can cause 
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by  the factory, and does not 
need to...

uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
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Maintenance
3. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
4. Rotate the old bulb counterclockwise to 
remove.
5. Insert a new bulb into the headlight 
assembly and turn it clockwise.
6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the 
bulb.
1Headlight Bulbs
Remove clip using phillips head screwdriver.
Insert the clip with the  central pin raised, and push 
until it is flat.
Center pin
Push until the 
pin is flat.
TabCoupler
Bulb
Both sides
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uDaytime Running Lights and Parking Lights
Maintenance
1. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counterclockwise to 
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight 
assembly and turn it clockwise.
4. Insert the coupler into  the connector of the 
bulb.
Daytime Running Lights  and Parking Lights
Daytime running lights and parking lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda 
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Daytime running light bulbs and...