Service Reminder System Maintenance Items - for applicable EU countries
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Maintenance Items
A
Replace engine oil and oil filter
  Engine oil capacity with oil filter:
  • R20A3 : 3.7 L (3.9 US qt, 3.3 Imp qt)
  • K24Z3 : 4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
B
  • Check the brake pad and disc thickness. Check for damage or cracks.
  • Check the calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness.
  Check the number of clicks when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf) of force.
  • Rear disc brake : 6 to 8 clicks
  • Rear drum in disc brake : 5 to 7 clicks
  • Check rack grease and steering linkage.
  • Check the boot for damage and leaking grease.
  • Check the bolts for tightness.
  • Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage.
  • Check the boot and boot band for cracks.
  • Check rack grease.
  Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage or leakage.
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
Inspect exhaust system
  Check the exhaust pipe and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness.
Inspect fuel lines
and connections
  • Check fuel lines for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration.
  • Retighten loose connections and replace any damaged parts.
Check expiration date for TRK (Temporary Repair Kit) bottle
Test drive (noise, stability, dashboard operation)
  Check the position of the headlights.
Inspect vehicle corrosion : refer to the Body Repair Manual
  If the symbol B appears before one year has passed, inspect for the vehicle corrosion every year.
  • External Paintwork and Panel Corrosion Check
  • Under Body Corrosion Check
2
  • If the vehicle is driven mostly in areas that have high concentrations of dust, pollen, or soot in the air, replace every 20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 1 year.
  • Replace the filter whenever airflow from the heating and air conditioning system is less than normal.
Inspect drive belt
  Look for cracks and damage, then check the position of the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator.
3
Replace transmission fluid
  • Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or towing trailer results in higher transmission temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the maintenance minder. If the vehicle is driven under these conditions, have the Manual Transmission Fluid changed at 60,000 km (37,500 miles) or 4 years.
  • For automatic transmission, have the Automatic Transmission Fluid changed at 60,000 km (37,500 miles) or after the first 4 years, then every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 2 years.
Capacity:
  • M/T : 1.5 L (1.6 US qt, 1.3 Imp qt); always use genuine Honda MTF.
  • A/T : 2.5 L (2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp qt); always use genuine Honda ATF-Z1.
4
Replace fuel filter
Inspect idle speed
Replace spark plugs
  • R20A3 : Use IZFR6K-11NS (NGK) or SKJ20DR-M11S (DENSO)
  • K24Z3 : Use ILZKR7B-11GS (NGK)
5
Replace engine coolant
  Capacity (including the reservoir):
  • R20A3 (A/T): 5.4 L (1.42 US gal, 1.18 Imp gal)
  • R20A3 (M/T, LHD): 5.6 L (1.47 US gal, 1.23 Imp gal)
  • R20A3 (M/T, RHD): 5.5 L (1.45 US gal, 1.20 Imp gal)
  • K24Z3 (A/T): 6.5 L (1.71 US gal, 1.42 Imp gal)
  • K24Z3 (M/T): 6.6 L (1.74 US gal, 1.45 Imp gal)
  Always use genuine Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
7
  • Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. We recommend genuine Honda Brake Fluid.
  • Check the brake fluid level is between upper and lower marks on the reservoir.
8
Replace air cleaner element
  • If the vehicle is driven in dusty conditions, replace every 30,000 km (18750 miles).
9
Inspect valve clearance
  • Intake: 0.18−0.22 mm (0.007−0.009 in.), Exhaust: 0.23−0.27 mm (0.009−0.011 in.)
  • Intake: 0.21−0.25 mm (0.008−0.010 in.), Exhaust: 0.28−0.32 mm (0.011−0.013 in.)