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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period
Fuel Recommendation
Your vehicle is designed to operate
your authorized dealer for service.
Help assure your vehicle’s future
reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump
Some gasoline today is blended with
oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
operate on oxygenated gasoline
extra attention to how you drive
octane number of 87 or higher. Use
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). of a lower octane gasoline can cause
During this period:
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise that can lead to engine damage. containing up to 10 percent ethanol
by volume and up to 15 percent
We recommend using gasoline
containing detergent additives that
help prevent fuel system and engine
deposits.
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
MTBE by volume. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol.
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
Avoid hard braking for the first
200 miles (300 km).
In addition, in order to maintain good
performance, fuel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend, in areas where it is
available, the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT.
Do not tow a trailer.
For further important fuel-related
information, please refer to your
Quick Start Guide.
You should also follow these
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced.
Use of gasoline with these additives
may adversely affect performance,
and cause the malfunction indicator
lamp on your instrument panel to
come on. If this happens, contact
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Refueling
3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
The fuel fill cap is attached to the
fuel filler with a tether. Put the
attachment on the fuel fill cap into
the slit on the fuel fill door.
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel
nozzle automatically clicks off. Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave
some room for the fuel to expand
with temperature changes.
Pull
ATTACHMENT
1. Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off
even though the tank is not full,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
fuel vapors from going into the
atmosphere. Try filling at another
pump. If this does not fix the
problem, consult your dealer.
2. Open the fuel fill door by pulling
on the handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
FUEL FILL
CAP
TETHER
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5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least once. If you
do not properly tighten the cap,
the malfunction indicator lamp
may come on (see page 234 ).
Opening and Closing the Hood
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
LATCH
6. Push the fuel fill door closed until
it latches.
1. Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
2. Reach in between the hood and
the front grille with your fingers.
The hood latch handle is above
the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
until it releases the hood. Lift the
hood.
If the hood latch handle moves
stiffly, or if you can open the hood
without lifting the handle, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated.
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Oil Check
SUPPORT ROD
DIPSTICK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
CLIP
3. Pull the support rod out of its clip,
and insert the end into the
Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
designated hole in the hood.
1. Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
To close the hood, lift it up slightly to
remove the support rod from the
hole. Put the support rod back into
its holding clip. Lower the hood to
about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then let it drop. Make sure it
is securely latched.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see Adding Engine Oil on page 193 .
2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert it all the way back in its hole.
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Engine Coolant Check
Refer to Owner’s Maintenance
Checks on page 186 for
information about checking other
items on your vehicle.
MAX
RESERVE TANK
MIN
Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see Adding
Engine Coolant on page 196 for
information on adding the proper
coolant.
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Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See Owner’s
Try to maintain a constant speed.
Every time you slow down and
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel. Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Maintenance Checks (see page
).
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Combine several short trips into
one.
For example, an underinflated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses more fuel.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
use more fuel. Use the fresh-air
ventilation when possible.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more fuel.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
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Accessories and Modifications
Modifying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsafe. Before you make any
modifications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the following
information.
Before installing any accessory:
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
Accessories
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page 237 ) or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved for your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
Before installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the final installation.
Although non-Honda accessories
may fit on your vehicle, they may not
meet factory specifications, and
could adversely affect your vehicle’s
handling and stability.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. In these areas,
accessories may interfere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
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Modifying Your Vehicle
Larger or smaller wheels and tires
can interfere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
Removing parts from your vehicle,
or replacing components, with
non-Honda components could
seriously affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
Modifying your steering wheel or
any other part of your vehicle’s
safety features can make the
systems ineffective.
Some examples are
Lowering your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit that
significantly reduces ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps
or other raised objects, which
could cause the airbags to deploy.
If you plan to modify your vehicle,
consult your dealer.
Raising your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit can
affect the handling and stability.
Non-Honda wheels, because they
are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components.
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Carrying Cargo
Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:
Tailgate pockets
Glove box
TAILGATE POCKETS
DOOR POCKETS
DASHBOARD POCKET
Dashboard pocket
Door pockets
Seat-back pockets
Center pocket
Cargo area, including the rear
seats when folded up or down.
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can affect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsafe. Before carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
following pages.
CARGO AREA
SEAT-BACK
POCKETS
CENTER POCKET＊
GLOVE BOX
＊ A/T model only
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Load Limits
Steps for determining correct load
limit:
Determine the combined weight
of luggage and cargo being loaded
in the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity in
step 4.
5.
6.
The maximum load for your vehicle
is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kg
for Canada. This figure includes the
total weight of all occupants, cargo,
and accessories, and the tongue load
if you are towing a trailer.
Locate the statement, ‘‘the
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed 850
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard.
[The placard is on the driver’s
doorjamb.]
1.
If your vehicle will be towing a
trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle.
Consult this manual to determine
how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
2.
3.
4.
Overloading or improper
loading can affect handling and
stability and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers from
850 lbs.
your vehicle. [See page
172
.]
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this
manual.
In addition, the total weight of the
vehicle, all occupants, accessories,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must
not exceed the gross vehicle weight
rating (GVWR) or the gross axle
weight rating (GAWR). Both are on
The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For
example, if the maximum load is
850 lbs and there will be five 150 lb. a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 100 lbs.
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[850 － 750 (5 × 150) = 100 lbs.]
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Carrying Cargo in the Passenger
Compartment
If you fold the rear seats up or
down, tie down items that could be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop. Also, keep
all cargo below the bottom of the
windows. If it is higher, it could
interfere with the proper operation
of the side curtain airbags.
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, the proper operation of the
seats, or the advanced front
airbags.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the
tailgate or the hatch glass, exhaust
gas can enter the passenger area.
To avoid the possibility of carbon
monoxide poisoning
, follow the
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
instructions on page 50 .
If you carry any items on a roof
rack, be sure the total weight of
the rack and the items does not
exceed the maximum allowable
weight. Please contact your dealer
for further information.
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If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Refer to the information that
came with your roof rack.
Optional Separation Net
HOOK
The separation net can be used to
hold back soft, lightweight items
stored in the cargo area. Heavy
items should be properly secured on
the floor of the cargo area. The net
may not prevent heavy items from
being thrown forward in a crash or a
sudden stop.
The four hooks on the floor can be
used to install a net for securing
items.
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