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.
This section explains why it is
important to keep your car well
maintained and to follow basic
maintenance safety precautions.
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Maintenance Safety
.
152
.
Important Safety Precautions .
153
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Maintenance Schedule
.
154
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Required Maintenance Record .
161
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Owner Maintenance Checks
.
163
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Fluid Locations
.
164
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Engine Oil
.
165
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Adding Oil
.
165
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Recommended Oil
.
165
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Synthetic Oil
.
166
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Additives
.
166
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Changing the Oil and Filter
.
167
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Cooling System
.
169
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Adding Engine Coolant
.
169
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Replacing Engine Coolant
.
171
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Windshield Washers
.
175
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Transmission Fluid
.
176
Automatic Transmission
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(CVT)
.
176
5-speed Manual
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Transmission
.
178
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Brake and Clutch Fluid
.
179
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Brake System
.
179
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Clutch System
.
180
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Air Cleaner Element
.
181
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Hood Latch
.
182
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Battery
.
183
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Wiper Blades
.
185
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Air Conditioning System
.
188
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Dust and Pollen Filter
.
189
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Drive Belts
.
189
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Tires
.
190
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Inflation
.
190
Recommended Tire
Pressures for Normal
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Driving
.
191
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Inspection
.
192
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Maintenance
.
192
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Tire Rotation
.
193
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Replacing Tires and Wheels .
193
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Wheels and Tires
.
194
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Winter Driving
.
194
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Snow Tires
.
195
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Tire Chains
.
195
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Lights
.
196
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Replacing Bulbs
.
198
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Storing Your Car
.
204
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Maintenance
151