2005 Honda CR V Owners Manual

(forNormalandSevereSchedules)

Signature or dealer stamp

mi/km

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80,000 mi 128,000 km

85,000 mi 136,000 km

90,000 mi 144,000 km

95,000 mi 152,000 km

100,000 mi 160,000 km

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55,000 mi 88,000 km

60,000 mi 96,000 km

65,000 mi 104,000 km

70,000 mi 112,000 km

75,000 mi 120,000 km

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Maintenance Record

(forNormalandSevereSchedules)

Signature or dealer stamp

105,000 mi 168,000 km

110,000 mi 176,000 km

115,000 mi 184,000 km

120,000 mi 192,000 km

125,000 mi 200,000 km

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130,000 mi 208,000 km

135,000 mi 216,000 km

140,000 mi 224,000 km

145,000 mi 232,000 km

150,000 mi 240,000 km

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Fluid Locations

ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle)

POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap)

ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR

RADIATOR CAP

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BRAKE FLUID (Black cap)

WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)

CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)

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Adding Engine Oil

ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover. Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill. Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment. Install the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely. Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level. Do not fill above the upper mark; you could damage the engine.

Adding Engine Oil

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’

The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label. 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy.

Ambient Temperature

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Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter

Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil: it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals given on the maintenance schedule.

Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect your engine’s or transmission’s performance and durability.

Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle should be raised on a service station- type hydraulic lift for this service. Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.

WASHER

OIL DRAIN BOLT

1.

2.

Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off.

Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil into an appropriate container.

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OIL FILTER

3.

Remove the oil filter, and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your dealer) is required.

4.

Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it.

5.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt to : 33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)

6.

Refill the engine with the recom- mended oil.

Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 )

7.

8.

9.

Replace the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check your work.

Let the engine run for several minutes, then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks.

Turn off the engine and let it sit for several minutes, then check the oil level on the dipstick. If necessary, add more oil.

Changing the Oil and Filter

Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground.

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Engine Coolant

Adding Engine Coolant

RESERVE TANK

If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

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If the reserve tank is completely empty, you should also check the coolant level in the radiator.

Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.

Always use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible.

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RADIATOR CAP

RESERVE TANK

1.

When the radiator and engine are cool, relieve any pressure in the cooling system by turning the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pressing down.

2.

Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise.

3.

The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.

Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill. Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment.

4.

Put the radiator cap back on and tighten it.

Engine Coolant

5.

Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.

Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components.

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Windshield Washers

Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use.

LOWER LEVEL MARK

Fill up to here

If the fluid level is below the lower level mark, fill the reservoir with windshield washer fluid.

Fill the reservoir with a good-quality windshield washer fluid. This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather.

When you refill the reservoir, clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid

To check the windshield washer fluid level, open the driver’s door, then look at the side of the reservoir tank located between the door and the front dashboard.

The low washer OnCanadianmodels: level indicator will come on when the level is low (see page

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on a clean cloth. This will help to condition the blade edges.

Do not use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze can damage your vehicle’s paint, while a vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump. Use only commercially-available windshield washer f luid.

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Automatic Transmission Fluid

DIPSTICK

UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature.

1.

Park the vehicle on level ground. Shut off the engine.

2.

Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the transmission, and wipe it with a clean cloth.

3.

4.

Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration.

Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.

5.

If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the filler hole to bring it to the upper mark.

Transmission Fluid

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment.

Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If it’s not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient.

To thoroughly flush the transmission, the technician should drain and refill it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the vehicle for a short distance. Do this three times. Then drain and refill the transmission a final time.

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Transmission Fluid

6.

Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration.

The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommen- dations in the maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to add fluid, contact your dealer.

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Manual Transmission Fluid

WASHER

FILLER BOLT

Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely.

If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a temporary replacement. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continued use can cause stiffer shifting. Replace as soon as it is convenient.

The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to check and add fluid, contact your dealer.

Correct level

Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground. Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger. The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to run out of the hole.

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Rear Differential Fluid 4WDmodelonly The rear differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Have your dealer replace the rear differential fluid.

Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid only. Do not use automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

Rear Differential Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid

Brake and Clutch Fluid Check the brake fluid level in the reservoirs monthly.

Replace the brake fluid according to the time recommendation in the maintenance schedule.

Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive damage.

Brake System

MAX

MIN

The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If the level is at or below the MIN mark, your brake system needs attention. Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.

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Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid

Clutch Fluid ManualTransmissiononly

MAX

Power Steering Fluid

UPPER LEVEL

MIN

The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system.

A low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system. Have this system inspected as soon as possible.

LOWER LEVEL

Check the level on the side of the reservoir when the engine is cold. The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. If not, add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment.

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Always use Honda Power Steering Fluid. You may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible.

A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible.

Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t or right lock and holding it there can damage the power steering pump.

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Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new. If you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a trailer, readjustment may be required. Adjustments should be done by your dealer or other qualified mechanic.

Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its base, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.

Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter.

Lights

WEATHER SEAL

BULB

CONNECTOR Low Beam Headlight

HOLD-DOWN WIRE

1.

Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector straight back.

2.

Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab.

3.

Unclip the end of the hold-down wire from its slot. Pivot it out of the way and remove the bulb.

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Lights

Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly. Make sure it is right side up; it is marked ‘‘

.’’

→

Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. Make sure it is connected securely. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.

5.

6.

High Beam Headlight

4.

Install the new bulb into the hole, making sure the tabs are in their slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into the slot.

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Replacing a Parking Light/Front Side Marker Bulb and a Turn Signal Light Bulb

Replacing Rear Bulbs

COVER

Lights

TURN SIGNAL BULB

1.

Open the hood.

2.

3.

Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms.

PARKING LIGHT/FRONT SIDE MARKER BULB Insert the socket back into the 4. headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.

5.

Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.

1.

Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on the edge of the cover. Remove the covers by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat-tipped screwdriver.

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Lights

SCREW

BULBS

2.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the taillight assembly mounting screw under each cover.

3.

Pull the taillight assembly out of the rear pillar.

4.

Determine which of the four bulbs is burned out: stop/taillight, back- up light, turn signal, or side marker.

5.

Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

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6.

7.

Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms.

Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks.

8.

Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.

9.

Align the clips on the taillight assembly with the holes in the body, then push the taillight assembly into place. Tighten the two mounting screws securely and reinstall the covers.

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Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb

COVER

BULB

1.

Open the tailgate. Remove the light assembly cover by pushing in on the tabs on both sides and pulling the cover off.

2.

Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

3.

Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms.

4.

Press the brake pedal to make sure the new bulb is working.

Lights

5.

6.

Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.

Put the cover back onto the light assembly. Push it on until it locks in place.

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Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats

Cleaning the Seat Belts

LOOP

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol.

Floor Mats

If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them. Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Let the belts air-dry before you use the vehicle.

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The driver’s and the rear floor mats that came with your vehicle hook over the floor mat anchors. This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals or making the front passenger’s weight sensors ineffective.

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Floor Mats, Audio Antenna, Dust and Pollen Filter

If you remove a floor mat, make sure to re-anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle.

If you use an aftermarket floor mat, make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.

Make sure the rear floor mat is properly hooked to the floor mat anchor. Your vehicle is equipped with front passenger’s seat weight sensors. If the rear passenger’s floor mat is on the seat rail of the front passenger’s seat, the sensors will detect the decreased weight on the seat and they may not work properly.

Audio Antenna

Your vehicle is equipped with an antenna on the f ront right f ender. Bef ore using a ‘‘drive-through’’ car wash, make sure you remove the antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the antenna f rom being damaged by the car wash brushes.

Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system.

Have your dealer replace this filter every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) under normal conditions. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air, or if the flow from the heating and cooling system becomes less than usual.

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Wiper Blades

Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.

FRONT

WIPER ARMS

Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised, or you will damage the hood and the wiper arms.

REAR

1.

Front: Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.

Rear: Raise the wiper arm off the hatch glass and hold it.

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LOCK TAB

2.

Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm.

If you are changing the rear wiper blade, go to step 6.

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BLADE

BLADE

REINFORCEMENT

5.

Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock.

6.

Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place.

7.

Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield or the hatch glass.

3.

4.

Remove the blade from its holder by grasping the tabbed end of the blade. Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder.

Examine the new wiper blades. If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade.

Wiper Blades, Tires

Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate tread, and correctly inflated.

The following pages give more detailed information on how to take care of your tires and what to do when they need to be replaced.

Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance.

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Tires

Inflation Guidelines Keeping the tires properly inflated provides the best combination of handling, tread life, and riding comfort.

Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.

Overinflated tires can make your vehicle ride more harshly, are more prone to damage from road hazards, and wear unevenly.

We recommend that you visually check your tires every day. If you think a tire might be low, check it immediately with a tire gauge.

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Use a gauge to measure the air pressure in each tire at least once a month. Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi (10
to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month. Remember to check the spare tire at the same time.

Check the air pressures when the tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours, or driven less than 1
mile (1.6 km). Add or release air, if needed, to match the recommended cold tire pressures on page

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If you check air pressures when the tires are hot [driven for several miles (kilometers)], you will see readings 4
to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4
kgf/cm ) higher than the cold readings. This is normal. Do not let air out to match the recommended cold air pressure. The tire will be underinflated.

You should use your own tire pressure gauge whenever you check your tire pressures. This will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gauges.

While tubeless tires have some ability to self-seal if they are punctured, you should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure.

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Recommended Tire Pressures The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal and high-speed driving conditions.

Tire Size

215/65R16 98T

Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front/Rear: 29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm )

For convenience, the recommended tire sizes and cold air pressures are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Tire Inspection Every time you check inflation, you should also examine the tires for damage, foreign objects, and wear.

You should look for:

Bumps or bulges in the tread or side of the tire. Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions.

Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord.

Excessive tread wear.

For additional information about your tires, see page

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Tires

INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS

TREAD WEAR INDICATORS

Your tires have wear indicators molded into the tread. When the tread wears down, you will see a band 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide across the tread. This shows there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire.

A tire this worn gives very little traction on wet roads. You should replace the tire if you can see three or more tread wear indicators.

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Tires

Tire Maintenance In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment.

Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving. A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel. When you have new tires installed, make sure they are balanced. This increases riding comfort and tire life. For best results, have the installer perform a dynamic balance.

Forvehiclesequippedwithaluminum wheels: Improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only Honda wheels weights f or balancing.

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Tire Rotation

Front

Front

(For Directional Tires and Wheels)

(For Non-directional Tires and Wheels) To help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly, rotate the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000
km). Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated. If you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-to- back.

Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of the same size, load range, speed rating, and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall).

Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on your vehicle can reduce braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system (VSA) to work inconsistently.

It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling.

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Wheel and Tire Specifications

Wheels:

16 x 6 1/2JJ

Tires:

215/65R16 98T

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for information about

See page DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page 238
information.

for tire size and labeling

The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to work.

If you ever replace a wheel, make sure the new one matches the specifications of the original.

Replacement wheels are available at your dealer.

Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability. This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner’s manual.

Tires

Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions.

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For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you should install snow tires or tire chains. They may be required by local laws under certain conditions.

SnowTires If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range as original tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels. The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires. Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations.

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Tires

TireChains Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ cable-type traction devices, with rubber chain tensioners, on the front tires. Use traction devices only when required by driving conditions or local laws. Make sure they are the correct size for your tires. Make link- type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.

When installing cables, follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and mount them as tight as you can. Make sure they are not contacting the brake lines or suspension. Drive slowly with them installed. If you hear them coming into contact with the body or chassis, stop and investigate. Remove them as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads.

Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle.

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cloth or paper towel. Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion.

If additional battery maintenance is needed, see your dealer or a qualified technician.

Battery posts,

WARNING: terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling.

If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system. Always disconnect the negative ( − reconnect it last.

) cable first, and

TEST INDICATOR WINDOW

Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. The label on the battery explains the test indicator’s colors.

Check the terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. It will bubble up and turn brown. When this stops, wash it off with plain water. Dry off the battery with a

Checking the Battery

The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.

A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled mechanic do the battery maintenance.

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected, or goes dead, the time setting will be reset to 1:00. To set the time again, follow the setting procedure (see page

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Vehicle Storage

If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than one month), there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage. Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back on the road. If possible, store your vehicle indoors.

Fill the fuel tank.

Block the rear wheels.

If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period, it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground.

Leave one window open slightly (if the vehicle is being stored indoors).

Change the engine oil and filter.

Disconnect the battery.

Wash and dry the exterior completely.

Clean the interior. Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry.

Leave the parking brake off. Put the transmission in Reverse (manual) or Park (automatic).

Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield.

To minimize sticking, apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and tailgate seals. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and tailgate seals.

Cover the vehicle with a ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton. Non-porous materials, such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint.

If possible, periodically run the engine until it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle on and off twice). Preferably, do this once a month.

If you store your vehicle for 1 year or longer, have your dealer perform the inspections called for in the 2 years/ 30,000 miles (48,000 km) maintenance schedule (Normal Conditions) as soon as you take it out of storage (see page ). The replacements called for in the maintenance schedule are not needed unless the vehicle has actually reached that time or mileage.

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Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.

Changing a Flat Tire If the Engine Won’t Start Jump Starting If the Engine Overheats Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Brake System Indicator Closing the Moonroof Fuses Fuse Locations Emergency Towing

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Changing a Flat Tire

If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area that is far away from the traffic lanes.

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.

1.

Park the vehicle on firm, level and non-slippery ground. Put the transmission in Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual). Apply the parking brake. If you are towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer.

2.

Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire.

SPARE TIRE

STOP

TOOL

JACK

3.

To keep the tailgate door open, use the stop from the tool kit. Put the stop on the support strut as shown.

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TOOL

5.

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Turn the jack’s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack and tools.

Remove the spare tire cover. Do not forcibly pull off the cover or you may damage it.

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COVER

JACK

4.

The tools and jack are behind a cover in the cargo area on the passenger’s side. Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclockwise, then pulling out the cover.

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Zip the cover open.

8.

Pull out the cover’s two lower flaps. Pull the upper flaps out by gradually working your hands up the sides of the cover. Remove the cover.

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NUTS

CENTER SPACER

JACKING POINT

7.

Unzip the flap around the lower edge of the cover.

8.

Pull out the bottom of the cover, then gradually pull it off.

9.

Pull off the center spacer. Using the wheel wrench, loosen the three wheel nuts and remove them. Remove the spare tire from the holder.

10.

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn with the wheel nut wrench.

11.

Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change. It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the center of the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

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Changing a Flat Tire

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Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.

16.

Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack.

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EXTENSION

12.

WHEEL NUT WRENCH Use the extension and the wheel nut wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.

13.

Remove the wheel nuts, then remove the flat tire. Handle the wheel nuts carefully; they may be hot from driving. Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up.

BRAKE HUB

14.

Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving.

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Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tools, and install the cover on the side of the cargo area.

Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.

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Close the tailgate.

22.

Install the spare tire cover.

19.

CENTER SPACER Put the flat tire on the spare tire holder. Put the wheel nuts on finger-tight, then tighten them with the wheel nut wrench. Put the center spacer in the center of the wheel. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 40 lbf·ft (54 N·m , 5.5 kgf·m)

17.

Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)

18.

Remove the center cap from the flat tire.

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Make sure the cover is at room temperature bef ore you install it. If it’s too cold, it won’t f it easily over the tire.

24.

Step back to check the alignment of the logo. If needed, pivot the cover until the logo is straight.

23.

Hold the cover at the 10 o’clock and 2 o’clock positions, then place the top of it over the spare tire.

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OUTSIDE SEAM

25.

Starting at the top of the tire, position the outside seam of the cover slightly over the outside edge of the tire. Pull the cover on, a little at a time, and alternate side to side along the tire until you reach the bottom.

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SPARE TIRE BRACKET

26.

Pull the bottom of the cover over the tire.

27.

If needed, readjust the cover to smooth out any wrinkles.

28.

Zip the cover closed.

29.

Place the top of the cover over the spare tire, then gradually push the bottom of the cover over the bottom of the tire.

30.

Make sure the cover is horizontal. If needed, pivot the cover until the cover is horizontal.

31.

Zip the cover closed.

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Diagnosing why the engine won’t start falls into two areas, depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START (III):

You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The engine’s starter motor does not operate at all, or operates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start up and run.

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to START (III), you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start. You may hear a clicking sound or series of clicks, or nothing at all. Check these things:

Check the transmission interlock. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it must be in Park or Neutral.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the headlights, and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting

on page

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If the Engine Won’t Start

Turn the ignition switch to START (III). If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the Emergency Towing problem (see ). on page 230

If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is dis- charged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connections (see page ). You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page ).

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