Maintenance03-1 Maintenance Schedule03-12

Maintenance Schedule03-12

(Except European, Australia and New Zealand Models)

Listed by Maintenance Item

For K20A5 engine model; replace engine oil and engine oil filter following the Severe Conditions Schedule.

For K20A4 and K24A1 engine models; follow the Severe Conditions schedule for replacing engine oil and engine oil filter, if the vehicle is driven MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions:

Driving less than 8 km (5 miles) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 16 km (10 miles) per trip. Driving in extremely hot over 35 °C (95 °F) conditions. Extensive idling, or long periods of stop-and-go-driving. Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in mountainous conditions. Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads. If the vehicle is driven OCCASIONALLY under severe conditions, replace engine oil and engine oil filter according to the normal conditions schedule.

Follow the Severe Conditions schedule for replacing transmission fluid, if the vehicle is drive MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions:

Driving in extremely hot over 35 °C (95 °F) conditions Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in mountainous conditions. If the vehicle is driven OCCASIONALLY under severe conditions, replace transmission fluid according to the normal conditions schedule.

Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.	km x 1,000	20	40	60	80	100	120	140	160	180	200
	miles x 1,000	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96	108	120
	months	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96	108	120
Replace engine oil (see page 08-5)	Normal Conditions	Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 1 year
	Severe Conditions	Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months
Replace engine oil filter (see page 08-6)	Normal Conditions	Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles) or 1 year
	Severe Conditions	Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 6 months
Replace air cleaner element (see page 11-182)		Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Inspect valve clearance Check valve clearance (see page 06-9)	K20A4, K24A1 engine models	Every 40,000 km (24,000 miles)
	K20A5 engine model	Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Replace fuel filter (see page 11-166)
Replace spark plugs (see page 04-23) .	K20A4, K24A1 engine models	Every 40,000 km (24,000 miles)
	K20A5 engine model	Every 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
Inspect and adjust drive belts Check for cracks, damage, deflection and tension (see page 04-29)
Inspect idle speed (see page 11-148)	K20A4, K24A1 engine models
	K24A5 engine model
Replace engine coolant Use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (see page 10-6)		At 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years, then replace every 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years
Replace manual transmission fluid Use Genuine Honda MTF (see page 13-4)	Normal Conditions
	Severe Conditions
Replace automatic transmission fluid Use Genuine Honda ATF-Z1 (see page 14-131)	Normal Conditions
	Severe Conditions
Replace rear differential fluid (4WD) Use genuine Honda DPSF (see page 15-13) .
Inspect front and rear brakes Check the brake pad and disc thickness. Check for damage or cracks. Check the brake linings for cracking, grazing, wear, or contamination. Check the calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness. (see page 19A-3)		Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 6 months

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Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.	km x 1,000	20	40	60	80	100	120	140	160	180	200
	miles x 1,000	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96	108	120
	months	12	24	36	48	60	72	84	96	108	120
Replace brake fluid Use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid. We recommend Genuine Honda Brake Fluid. Check that brake fluid level is between upper and lower marks on the reservoir. (see page 19A-9)		Every 3 years
Check parking brake adjustment Check the parking brake operation (see page 19A-6)
Replace dust and pollen filter (see page 21-25) .		Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 12 months
Rotate tyres, and check tyre inflation and condition at least per month The suggested rotation method is shown in the diagram of the Owner's Manual.		Rotate tyres every 10,000 km (6,000 miles)
Visually inspect the following items: Check for correct installation and position, check for cracks, deterioration, rust, and leaks. Check tightness of screws, nuts, and joints. If necessary, retighten.
Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots Check rack grease and steering linkage. Check the boot for damage and leaking grease. (see page 17-8)		Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 6 months
Suspension components Check the bolts for tightness. Check all dust cover for deterioration and damage. (see page 18-3)
Driveshaft boots Check the boot and boot band for cracks. Check rack grease. (see page 16-3)
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) Check the master cylinder, proportioning control valve and ABS modulator and leakage. (see page 19A-3)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids Check levels and check for leaks. If necessary, add engine coolant (see page 10-6) , MTF (see page 13-4) , ATF (see page 14-131) , DPSF (4WD) (see page 15-13) , brake fluid (see page 19A-9) , windshield fluid, and battery fluid.
Exhaust system Check the exhaust pipe and muffler for damage, leaks and tightness. (see page 09-9)
Fuel lines and connections Check fuel lines for loose connections, cracks and deterioration. Retighten loose connections and replace any damaged parts. (see page 11-155)

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Maintenance03-1 Maintenance Schedule03-12