Lubricants and Fluids(Except Touring)
| Application | Lubricant or Fluid |
|---|---|
| Engine | Honda Motor Oil: 0W-20Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines."SAE Viscosity: See chart. |
| CVT | Always use Honda HCF-2. NOTE: Using the wrong type of fluid will damage the transmission. |
| Rear differential (AWD models) | Honda DPSF-II. |
| Brake system (including VSA lines) | Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid: Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. |
| Cooling system | Always use Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. NOTE: For prolonged cold temperatures below -22°F (-30°C), add Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (concentrate) . |
For the details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each article.
| Application | Lubricant or Fluid | |
|---|---|---|
| A B C D E |
Brake booster clevis pin 12 volt battery terminals Fuel fill door Hood hinges and hood latch Tailgate hinges |
Multipurpose grease |
| F | Caliper piston boots and caliper piston seals | Honda silicone grease: P/N 08C30-B0234M |
| G | Caliper pins and caliper pin boots | Honda caliper grease: P/N 08C30-B0224M |
| H | Parking brake shoe linkage (drum in disc) | Molykote 44MA Grease |
| I | Air conditioning compressor | Compressor Oil:SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-A01AH) for refrigerant HFC- 134a (R-134a) |
NOTE:
- Lubricate the following areas using the recommended lubricants and fluids.
- In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary.
