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straight ahead even though you turn the steering wheel. The ABS helps to prevent lock-up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly; much faster than a person can do it.

You should never pump the brake pedal, this defeats the purpose of the ABS. Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal as you steer away from the hazard. This is sometimes referred to as ‘‘stompandsteer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates, and you may hear some noise. This is normal, it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes.

Activation varies with the amount of traction your tires have. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before you activate the ABS. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

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ImportantSafetyReminders ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the car, only helps with steering control during braking. You should always maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles.

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A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces, such as gravel or snow, than a vehicle without anti- lock. Slow down and allow a greater distance between vehicles under those conditions.

ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly, such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change. Always drive at a safe, prudent speed for the road and weather conditions.

ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability. Always steer moderately when you are braking hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road.

The Braking System

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The ABS is self-checking. If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page ). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down. The brakes still work like a conventional system without anti- lock, providing normal stopping ability. You should have the dealer inspect your car as soon as possible.

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The Braking System, Traction Control System

OnallV6models The TCS indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator if there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system.

Traction Control System OnallV6models Your Honda is equipped with a Traction Control System (TCS) to assist you in maintaining traction while driving slowly on loose or slippery surfaces. The TCS assists only in low-speed, low-traction conditions; up to approximately 25
mph (40 km/h).

TCS monitors the speed of all four wheels. When it senses a front wheel losing traction, it applies braking to that wheel. The TCS indicator flashes when this occurs.

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Driving with TCS requires no special skills or technique. The TCS does not control your car’s whole braking system and cannot prevent skidding if you enter a corner too fast. It is still your responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety.

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Rain, fog, and snow conditions require a different driving technique because of reduced traction and visibility. Keep your car well- maintained and exercise greater caution when you need to drive in bad weather. The cruise control should not be used in these conditions.

Driving in Bad Weather

Exercise extra caution when driving in rain after a long dry spell. After months of dry weather, the first rains bring oil to the surface of the roadway, making it slippery.

− Always drive

Driving Technique slower than you would in dry weather. It takes your car longer to react, even in conditions that may seem just barely damp. Apply smooth, even pressure to all the controls. Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden, hard appli- cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather. Be extra cautious for the first few miles (kilometers) of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions. This is especially true in snow. A person can forget some snow-driving techniques during the summer months. Practice is needed to relearn those skills.

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Driving in Bad Weather

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Being able to see

Visibility clearly in all directions and being visible to other drivers are important in all weather conditions. This is more difficult in bad weather. To be seen more clearly during daylight hours, turn on your headlights.

Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently. Keep the wind- shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid. Have the windshield wiper blades replaced if they start to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped. Use the defroster and air conditioning to keep the windows from fogging up on the inside (see pages

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Traction Check your tires frequently for wear and proper pressure. Both are important in preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss of traction on a wet surface). In the winter, mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling.

Watch road conditions carefully, they can change from moment to moment. Wet leaves can be as slip- pery as ice. ‘‘Clear’’ roads can have patches of ice. Driving conditions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing. The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice, so your traction can change without warning.

Be careful when downshifting. If traction is low, you can lock up the drive wheels for a moment and cause askid.

Be very cautious when passing, or being passed by other vehicles. The spray from large vehicles reduces your visibility, and the wind buffeting can cause you to lose control.

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Load Limits

Your Honda has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.

Towing a Trailer

The total

Total Trailer Weight: weight of the trailer and everything loaded in it must not exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). Towing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling and performance. It can also damage the engine and drivetrain.

The weight that

Tongue Load: the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be approximately 10 percent of the trailer weight. Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway. Too much tongue load reduces front-tire traction and steering control.

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Towing a Trailer

To achieve a proper tongue load, start by loading 60 percent of the load toward the front of the trailer and 40 percent toward the rear, then re-adjust the load as needed.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all cargo, and the tongue load must not exceed:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all cargo, the tongue load must not exceed:

and

(Special Edition and U.S. LX) 3,990 lbs (1,810 kg) (EX) 4,035 lbs (1,830 kg) (LX-V6, EX-V6) 4,235 lbs (1,920 kg)

(Special Edition and U.S. LX) 2,160 lbs (980 kg) (EX) 2,185 lbs (990 kg) (Special Edition and U.S. LX-V6, EX-V6) 2,315 lbs (1,050 kg) on the front axle

(Special Edition and U.S. LX) 1,895 lbs (860 kg) (EX) 1,920 lbs (870 kg) (LX-V6, EX-V6) 1,940 lbs (880 kg) on the rear axle

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Exceeding load limits or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed.

Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive.

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Checking Loads The best way to confirm that vehicle and trailer weights are within limits is to have them checked at a public scale.

Using a suitable scale or a special tongue load gauge, check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change.

Towing Equipment and Accessories Towing can require a variety of equipment, depending on the size of your trailer, how it will be used, and how much load you are towing.

Discuss your needs with your trailer sales or rental agency, and follow the guidelines in the rest of this section. Also make sure that all equipment is properly installed and that it meets federal, state, province, and local regulations.

Hitches Any hitch used on your vehicle must be properly bolted to the underbody.

Towing a Trailer

SafetyChains Always use safety chains. Make sure they are secured to both the trailer and hitch, and that they cross under the tongue so they can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched. Leave enough slack to allow the trailer to turn corners easily, but do not let the chains drag on the ground.

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Towing a Trailer

TrailerBrakes Honda recommends that any trailer having a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more be equipped with its own electric or surge-type brakes.

If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not attempt to tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system. No matter how successful it may seem, any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic system will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard.

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Your car has a trailer lighting connector located in the trunk by the left taillight. Refer to the drawing above for the wiring color code and purpose of each pin.

Since lighting and wiring vary in trailer type and brand, you should also have a qualified mechanic install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer.

If you use a converter, you can get the connector and pins that mate with the connector in your car from your Honda dealer.

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AdditionalTrailerEquipment Many states and Canadian provinces require special outside mirrors when towing a trailer. Even if they don’t, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you, or if the trailer creates a blind spot.

Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items are recommended or required for your towing situation.

Towing a Trailer

Your vehicle tires and spare are properly inflated (see page ), 283
and the trailer tires and spare are inflated as recommended by the trailer maker.

Pre-Tow Checklist When preparing to tow, and before driving away, be sure to check the following:

The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the tires, brakes, suspension, and cooling system are in good operating condition.

All weights and loads are within ). limits (see pages

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The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are secure.

All items on and in the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive.

The lights and brakes on your vehicle and the trailer are working properly.

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Towing a Trailer

Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length, and height of a trailer will affect your vehicle’s handling and performance, so driving with a trailer requires some special driving skills and techniques.

For your safety and the safety of others, take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road, and follow the guidelines discussed below.

TowingSpeedsandGears Drive slower than normal in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers. If you have an automatic transmission, use the D position when towing a trailer on level roads. D is the proper shift lever position to use when towing a trailer in hilly terrain. (See ‘‘ DrivingonHills next column for additional gear information.)

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If you must stop when facing uphill, use the foot brake or parking brake. Do not try to hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the accelerator, as this can cause the automatic transmission to overheat.

When driving down hills, reduce your speed and shift down to 2nd gear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and remember it will take longer to slow down and stop when towing a trailer.

MakingTurnsandBraking Make turns more slowly and wider than normal. The trailer tracks a smaller are than your vehicle, and it can hit or run over something the vehicle misses. Allow more time and distance for braking. Do not brake or turn suddenly as this could cause the trailer to jackknife or turn over.

DrivingonHills When climbing hills, closely watch your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of the road to let the engine cool.

If the automatic transmission shifts frequently between 3rd and 4th gears while going up a hill, shift to D .

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Towing a Trailer

HandlingCrosswindsandBuffeting Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can disrupt your steering and cause trailer swaying. When being passed by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead. Do not try to make quick steering or braking corrections.

Parking Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in 1st or Reverse (manual). Also, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.

BackingUp Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up. Grip the wheel; then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right.

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This section explains why it is important to keep your car well maintained and to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.

This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instruc- tions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.

If you have the skills and tools to per- form more complex maintenance tasks on your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. See page for information on how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer.

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Owner Maintenance Checks Fluid Locations Engine Oil

Adding Oil Recommended Oil Synthetic Oil Additives Changing the Oil and Filter

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Replacement Specifications

Battery Wiper Blades Air Conditioning System Dust and Pollen Filter Drive Belts Timing Belt Tires

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Inflation Inspection Maintenance Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Wheels and Tires Winter Driving

Headlight Aiming Replacing Bulbs Storing Your Car

Snow Tires Tire Chains

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Maintenance Safety

Regularly maintaining your car is the best way to protect your investment. Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers. It will also reward you with more economical, trouble-free driving and help reduce air pollution.

This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks, such as checking and adding oil. Any service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic.

Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.

Improperly maintaining this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual.

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Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner’s manual.

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Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set. Also, be sure the engine is off. This will help to eliminate several potential hazards:

Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.

Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts.

Injury from moving parts. not run the engine unless in- structed to do so.

Do

Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required.

To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline or batteries. Use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.

You should wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near the battery or when using compressed air.

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Maintenance Schedule

The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should have your car serviced and what things need attention. It is essential that you have your car serviced as scheduled to retain its high level of safety, dependability, and emissions control performance.

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Which Schedule to Follow: Service your car according to the time and mileage periods on one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages. Select the schedule for ‘‘Severe Conditions’’ if most of your driving is done under one or more of the conditions listed on that page. Otherwise, follow the schedule for ‘‘Normal Conditions.’’

The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you will use your car as normal transportation for passengers and their possessions. You should also follow these recommendations:

Avoidexceedingyourcar’sload limit.Thisputsexcessstresson the engine, brakes, and many other parts of your car. The load limit is shown on the label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit.

Drive your car regularly over a distance of several miles (kilometers).

Always use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating (see page 192

).

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Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can provide competent, efficient service. However, service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect. Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service. Keep all the receipts as proof of completion, and have the person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. Check your warranty booklet for more information.

We recommend the use of genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high- quality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability.

U.S. Cars: Maintenance, replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards.

Maintenance Schedule

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According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the items marked with will not void your emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long-term reliability.

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. Replace engine oil Replace engine oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Replace air cleaner element Inspect valve clearance Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt, balancer belt ＊ water pump Inspect and adjust drive belts Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant

Replace transmission fluid

MT AT

Inspect front and rear brakes Replace brake fluid Check parking brake adjustment Replace dust and pollen filter Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)

miles x 1,000
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Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year

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Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop

Adjust only if noisy

120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles

(96,000 km) or 5 years

Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years

120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every

90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

U.S. Owners Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply.

NOTE: If you only drive under a OCCASIONALLY ‘‘severe’’ condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.

Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

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Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 237

Visually inspect the following items:

Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system ＃ Fuel lines and connections ＃

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Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in U.S. Owners Canadian Owners

Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

to determine which schedule to use.

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A, B, C, D

as required for each distance/time interval.

7,500 mi/12,000 km 15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr 22,500 mi/36,000 km 30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs 37,500 mi/60,000 km 3 yrs (independent of mileage) 45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs 52,500 mi/84,000 km 60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs 67,500 mi/108,000 km 75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs 82,500 mi/132,000 km 90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs 6 yrs (independent of mileage) 97,500 mi/156,000 km 105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs

112,500 mi/180,000 km 120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs then replace every 60,000 mi/ 96,000 km/5 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs then replace every 90,000 mi/ 144,000 km/5 yrs

Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do item in D. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C. Do item in D. Do items in A. □ water pump. □ □ □ Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C. □

Check idle speed. Inspect valve clearance. Replace spark plugs.

Replace engine coolant.

Replace timing belt, balancer belt , and inspect

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Replace engine oil. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 267 ). Replace engine oil filter. Inspect front and rear brakes. Check parking brake adjustment. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect suspension components. Inspect driveshaft boots. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for leaks. Inspect cooling system hoses and connections. Inspect exhaust system. ＃ Inspect fuel lines and connections. ＃ Replace air cleaner element. Inspect and adjust drive belts. Replace dust and pollen filter. Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent of mileage).

See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.

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Replace manual transmission fluid. Replace automatic transmission fluid.

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Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.

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Replace every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months

Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop

Adjust only if noisy

120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000

miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years

60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years

Inspect every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Visually inspect the following items:

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months

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Use normal schedule except in dusty

) air cleaner element

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. Replace engine oil and oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Clean ( − conditions Inspect valve clearance Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt ＃ inspect water pump Inspect and adjust drive belts Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant

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Replace transmission fluid

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Inspect front and rear brakes Replace brake fluid Check parking brake adjustment Replace dust and pollen filter Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month)

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Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components, Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and conditions of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system, Fuel lines and connections ＃ Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody ＊ 1 : ＊ 2 : ＊ 3 : 240

See timing belt on page Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. See dust and pollen filter on page

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for replacement information under special driving conditions.

for replacement information under special driving conditions.

U.S. Owners Follow the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule if you drive your car under one or more of the following conditions:

MAINLY

Driving less than 5 miles (8
km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip. Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. Extensive idling or long periods of stop-and-go driving. Trailer towing, driving with a roof rack, or driving in mountainous conditions. Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads.

Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 237

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Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in U.S. Owners Canadian Owners

Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.

to determine which schedule to use.

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A, B, C, D, E

as required for each distance/time.

3,750 mi/6,000 km 7,500 mi/12,000 km 11,250 mi/18,000 km 15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr

18,750 mi/30,000 km 22,500 mi/36,000 km 26,250 mi/42,000 km 30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs 33,750 mi/54,000 km 37,500 mi/60,000 km 41,250 mi/66,000 km 45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs

3 yrs (independent of mileage) 48,750 mi/78,000 km 52,500 mi/84,000 km 56,250 mi/90,000 km 60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs

60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs 60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs then replace every 30,000 mi/ 48,000 km/2 yrs 63,750 mi/102,000 km 67,500 mi/108,000 km 71,250 mi/114,000 km

Clean air cleaner element.

Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. □ Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C, D. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. □ Do items in A, B, C, E. Do item in E. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. □ ＃ inspect water pump. Do items in A, B, C, D. □ □

Clean air cleaner element.

Replace timing belt ＊

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Replace MT fluid. Replace automatic transmission fluid.

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Replace engine oil and filter. Inspect front and rear brakes. Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 267 ). Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. Inspect suspension components. Inspect driveshaft boots. Check parking brake adjustment. Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches with multipurpose grease. Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS). Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check for leaks. Inspect cooling system hoses and connections. □ Inspect exhaust system. □ ＃ Inspect fuel lines and connections. □ ＃ Check all lights. □ Inspect the underbody. □ Replace air cleaner element. □ Inspect and adjust drive belts. □ Replace dust and pollen filter . □ ＊ Replace brake fluid every 3 years (independent of □ mileage).

Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A.

NOTE: · ·

Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.

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See timing belt on page Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. See dust and pollen filter on page conditions. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page

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75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs

78,750 mi/126,000 km 82,500 mi/132,000 km 86,250 mi/138,000 km 90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs 90,000 mi/144,000 km/5 yrs 6 yrs (independent of mileage) 93,750 mi/150,000 km 97,500 mi/156,000 km 101,250 mi/162,000 km 105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs

108,750 mi/174,000 km 112,500 mi/180,000 km 116,250 mi/186,000 km 120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs

120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs then replace every 60,000 mi/ 96,000 km/5 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs 120,000 mi/192,000 km/7 yrs

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See timing belt on page special driving conditions. Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. See dust and pollen filter on page under special driving conditions. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page

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for replacement information

NOTE: · ·

Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.

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, balancer belt ＊

, balancer belt ＊

Replace automatic transmission fluid.

Clean air cleaner element.

□ Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Do items in A, B, C, D. □ Do item in E. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Replace timing belt □ inspect water pump. Check idle speed. □ Clean air cleaner element. □ Replace spark plugs. □ Inspect valve clearance. □ Do items in A, B, C. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Do items in A. Replace timing belt □ inspect water pump. Do items in A, B, C, D. □

Replace engine coolant.

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Replace MT fluid. Replace AT fluid.

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Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)

You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page conditions (page

). Keep the receipts for all work done on your car.

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3,750 mi 6,000 km

7,500 mi 12,000 km

11,250 mi 18,000 km

15,000 mi 24,000 km (or 1 year)

18,750 mi 30,000 km

22,500 mi 36,000 km

26,250 mi 42,000 km

30,000 mi 48,000 km (or 2 years)

Signature or dealer stamp

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33,750 mi 54,000 km

37,500 mi 60,000 km

41,250 mi 66,000 km

45,000 mi 72,000 km (or 3 years)

48,750 mi 78,000 km

52,500 mi 84,000 km

56,250 mi 90,000 km

60,000 mi 96,000 km (or 4 years)

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Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)

63,750 mi 102,000 km

67,500 mi 108,000 km

71,250 mi 114,000 km

75,000 mi 120,000 km (or 5 years)

78,750 mi 126,000 km

82,500 mi 132,000 km

86,250 mi 138,000 km

90,000 mi 144,000 km (or 6 years)

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93,750 mi 150,000 km

97,500 mi 156,000 km

101,250 mi 162,000 km

105,000 mi 168,000 km (or 7 years)

108,750 mi 174,000 km

112,500 mi 180,000 km

116,250 mi 186,000 km

120,000 mi 192,000 km (or 8 years)

Signature or dealer stamp mi/km

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Youshouldcheckthefollowing items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the page given.

Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page

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