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Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the
indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time.
Severe Conditions:
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.
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# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page 187 .
1 : See Timing Belt on page 221 to determine need for replacement.
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2 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page 220 for replacement
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information under special conditions.
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# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page 187.
1 : See Timing Belt on page 221 to determine need for replacement.
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2 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page 220 for replacement
information under special conditions.
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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 188 ) or severe
conditions (page 190 ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
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Owner Maintenance Checks
You should check the following
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 143.
Tires — Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
221.
Engine coolant level — Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you fill the fuel tank. See page 144 .
Lights — Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page 228.
Windshield washer fluid — Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers frequently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
for fuel. See page 206 .
Automatic transmission — Check
the fluid level monthly. See page
207.
Brakes and clutch — Check the
fluid level monthly. See page 210 .
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Fluid Locations
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(5-speed Manual
Transmission only)
(Gray cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap)
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
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Engine Oil
Recommended Oil
The API Service label also tells you
the service classification of the oil.
Always use an oil that is labeled "API
Service SJ." This service rating may
include other classifications, such as
CD. These additional classifications
are not a problem, as long as the
label also carries the SJ classification.
Adding Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine's performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade deter-
gent oil. It is highly recommended
that you use Genuine Honda Motor
Oil in your vehicle for as long as you
own it.
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
You can determine an oil's SAE
viscosity and Service Classification
from the API Service label on the oil
container.
To add oil, unscrew and remove the
engine oil fill cap on top of the valve
cover. Pour in the oil, and install the
A fuel-efficient oil is recommended
for your Honda. This is shown on the
API Service label by the words
engine oil fill cap. Tighten it securely. "Energy Conserving." This oil is
Wait a few minutes and recheck the
oil level. Do not fill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.
formulated to help your engine use
less fuel.
API SERVICE LABEL
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Engine Oil
The oil container may also display
the API Certification seal. Make sure
it says "For Gasoline Engines."
Synthetic Oil
The SAE numbers tell you the oil's
viscosity or weight. Select the oil for
your vehicle according to this chart.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for conventional motor oil:
energy conserving, a service
classification of SJ, and the proper
weight as shown on the chart. When
using synthetic oil, you must follow
the oil and filter change intervals
given in the maintenance schedule.
Additives
Your Honda does not need any oil
additives. Purchasing additives for
the engine or transmission will not
increase your vehicle's performance
or longevity. It only increases the
cost of operating your vehicle.
API CERTIFICATION MARK
Ambient Temperature
An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is
preferred for improved fuel economy
and year-round protection in your
Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if
the temperature in your area never
goes below 20°F ( — 7°C).
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Engine Oil
Changing the Oil and Filter
OIL FILTER
Always change the oil and filter
according to the time and distance
(miles/kilometers) recommenda-
tions in the maintenance schedule.
The oil and filter collect contami-
nants 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.
OIL DRAIN BOLT
WASHER
1. Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
3. Remove the oil filter and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
Honda dealer) is required to
remove the filter.
2. 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.
4. Install a new oil filter according to
instructions that come with it.
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