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Maintenance Under the Hood

Transmission Fluid

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Transmission Fluid

Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.

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Automatic Transmission Fluid

Specified fluid: Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1

Automatic Transmission Fluid

NOTICE

Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely affect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda’s new vehicle warranty.

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Brake Fluid

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Brake Fluid

The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.

Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

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Checking the Brake Fluid

Brake Fluid

NOTICE

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

If the specified brake fluid 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 longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.

If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads as
soon as possible.

Brake Reservoir

MIN

MAX

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Power Steering Fluid Check

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Power Steering Fluid Check

We recommend that you check the power steering fluid level every time you refuel.
Check when the engine is not running.

1. Look at the side of the reservoir. The fluid

should be between the UPPER LEVEL and
LOWER LEVEL.

2. Add power steering fluid if necessary to the

UPPER LEVEL mark.

Inspect the system for a leak. If the fluid
level goes below the LOWER LEVEL
frequently, have the system inspected as
soon as possible.

Specified fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid

Power Steering Fluid Check

NOTICE

Turning the steering wheel to full left or right lock
and holding it there can damage the power steering
pump.

NOTICE

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.

4-cylinder models

LOWER
LEVEL

UPPER
LEVEL

* Not available on all models

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Maintenance Under the Hood

Refilling Window Washer Fluid

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Refilling Window Washer Fluid

Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge on the
cap.

If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.

If the washer fluid is low, the washer level
indicator comes on.

Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.

Refilling Window Washer Fluid

NOTICE

Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.

Level Gauge

Canadian models

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Replacing Light Bulbs

Headlight Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Remove the engine coolant reserve tank.

2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight

assembly and turn it to the right.

5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the

bulb.

High beam headlight: 60W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)

Low beam headlight: 55W (H11 for halogen bulb type)

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High Beam Headlight

Headlight Bulbs

NOTICE

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

The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.

When replacing a halogen 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.

Passenger side

Tab

Coupler

Bulb

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Headlight Bulbs

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1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the

opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.

2. Remove the holding clip and screw, and

pull the inner fender back.

3. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert a new bulb into the headlight

assembly and turn it to the right.

6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the

bulb.

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Low Beam Headlights

Headlight Bulbs

Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.

Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.

Central pin

Push until the
pin is flat.

Holding
Clip

Screw

Tab

Coupler

Bulb

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Replacing Light Bulbs

Fog Light Bulbs

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Fog Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Remove the holding clips, then push up the

under cover.

2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light

assembly and turn it to the right.

5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the

bulb.

Fog Light: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)

Fog Light Bulbs

NOTICE

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

When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its
plastic case, 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.

Remove the clip by using a flat-tip screwdriver.

2 Low Beam Headlights P. 485

Holding Clips

Under Cover

Passenger side

Tab

Coupler

Bulb

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Fog Light Bulbs

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1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the

right.

2. Remove the holding clips and screw, and

pull the inner fender back.

3. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert a new bulb into the headlight

assembly and turn it to the right.

6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the

bulb.

Fog Light Bulbs

Remove the clip by using a flat-tip screwdriver.

2 Low Beam Headlights P. 485

Holding Clip

Screw

Driver side

Bulb

Coupler

Tab

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Replacing Light Bulbs

Front Side Marker Light Bulb

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Front Side Marker Light Bulb

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the

opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.

2. Remove the holding clips and screw, and

pull the inner fender back.

3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it,

then remove the old bulb.

4. Insert a new bulb.

Front Side Marker Light: 5 W

Front Side Marker Light Bulb

Remove the clip by using a flat-tip screwdriver.

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Holding Clip

Screw

Bulb

Socket

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Replacing Light Bulbs

Front Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs

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Front Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Unlock the holding clips, then remove the

upper part of the air intake duct and the air
intake tube.

1. Remove the engine coolant reserve tank.

Front Turn Signal/Parking: 24/2.2CP

Tube

Holding Clip

Driver side

6-cylinder models

Passenger side

All models

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Brake/Taillights, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs

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2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
3. Push in the old bulb, rotate to the left until

it unlocks, and remove.

4. Insert new bulb.

Brake/Taillights, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal
Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip

screwdriver to remove the covers.

Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.

Bulb

Socket

Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
Rear Side Maker Light: 3 CP

Cover

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Brake/Taillights, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs

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2. Use a Phillip-head screwdriver to remove

the bolts.

3. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.

4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.

Remove the old bulb.

5. Insert a new bulb.

Bolt

Bulb

Socket

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Replacing Light Bulbs

Rear License Plate Light Bulb

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Rear License Plate Light Bulb

When replacing, use the following bulb.

1. Push the left edge of the lens to the right

and pull out the licence light assembly.

2. Push the tabs to remove the lens.
3. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.

High-Mount Brake Light Bulb

High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light bulbs.

Rear License Plate Light: 5 W

Bulb

Tab

Lens

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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades

Checking Wiper Blades

If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.

Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber

1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the

passenger side.

2. Pry on the edge of the lock tab using a flat-

tip screwdriver to push it up.

Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.

3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.

Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber

NOTICE

Avoid dropping the wiper arm; it may damage the
windshield.

Lock Tab

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Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber

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4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by

pulling the tabbed end out.

5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade

that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.

Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.

6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder

from the bottom end.

The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.

7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,

then push down the lock tab.

8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,

then the driver side.

Blade

Top

Retainer

Blade

Tab

Indent

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Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber

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Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber

1. Raise the wiper arm off.

2. Pry on the edge of the lock tab using a flat-

tip screwdriver to push it up.

Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.

3. Slide the wiper blade out from the end with

the indent.

Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber

NOTICE

Avoid dropping the wiper arm; it may damage the
rear window.

Lock Tab

Blade

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