Maintenance Schedule for Normal and Severe Conditions - Except European Model


This maintenance schedule outlines the minimum required maintenance that you should perform to ensure the trouble-free operation of the vehicle. Due to regional and climatic differences, some additional servicing may be required. Please consult the warranty booklet for a more detailed description.

The following items must be used for ‘‘Severe Conditions'' indicated on schedule if the vehicle is driven MAINLY under following conditions.

A: Driving less than 8 km (5 miles) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 16 km (10 miles) per trip.
B: Driving in extremely hot over 35 °C (95 °F) conditions.
C: Extensive idling or long periods of stop-and-go driving.
D: Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in mountainous conditions.
E: Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads.

NOTE: If the vehicle is driven OCCASIONALLY drive under severe conditions, follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.

Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first x 1,000 km 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 
x 1,000 miles 12.5 25.0 37.5 50.0 62.5 75.0 87.5 100.0 112.5 125.0 
months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 
Replace engine oil L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine Normal Conditions Every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 1 year 
Severe Conditions Every 5,000 km (3,175 miles) or 6 months 
Replace engine oil filter L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine Normal Conditions l l l l l l l l l l 
Severe Conditions Every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 6 months 
Clean air cleaner element L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine
   Dry type only 		Every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) 
Replace air cleaner element L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine Every 20,000 km (2,500 miles) 
Inspect the valve clearance L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine
   Check the valve clearance 		Every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) 
Replace fuel filter L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine
   Replace fuel filter every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 2 years, if the fuel    the customer uses is suspected to be contaminated 		   l    l   
Replace spark plugs L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine Every 100,000 km (62,500 miles) 
Inspect and adjust the drive belt for L13A7 engine
  • Check cracks and damage
  • Check deflection and tension
 		 l  l  l  l  l 
Inspect drive belt for R18A2 engine
   Look for cracks and damage, then check the position of the drive belt    auto-tensioner indicator 
Inspect idle speed L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine      l     
Replace engine coolant L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine
   Use genuine Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 		At 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years, then every 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years 
Replace Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) SPLM manual transmission, SPHM manual transmission
   Use Honda MTF 		Normal Conditions      l     
Severe Conditions   l   l   l  

Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first x 1,000 km 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 
x 1,000 miles 12.5 25.0 37.5 50.0 62.5 75.0 87.5 100.0 112.5 125.0 
months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 
Inspect front and rear brakes
  • Check the brake pad and disc thickness. Check for damage or cracks
  • Check the wheel cylinder for leaks
  • Check the brake linings for cracking, grazing, wear, and contamination
  • Check the calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness
 		Every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 6 months 
Replace brake fluid
  • 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
 		Every 3 years 
Check parking brake adjustment
   Check the parking brake operation 		l l  l  l  l  l 
Replace dust and pollen filter l l l l l l l l l l 
Check expiry date for temporary repair kit bottle 
Rotate tyres
   Check tyre inflation at least once per month 		Every 10,000 km (6,250 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
 		Every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 6 months 
Suspension components
  • Check the bolts for tightness
  • Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage
 
Driveshaft boots
  • Check the boot and boot band for cracks
  • Check rack grease
 
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
   Check the master cylinder ABS/VSA modulator-control unit damage    and leakage 		l l l l l l l l l l 
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
   Check levels and if necessary, look for leaks 
Exhaust system L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine
   Check the catalytic converter heat shield, exhaust pipe, and muffler    damage, leaks, and tightness 
Fuel lines and connections L13A7 engine, R18A2 engine
  • Check fuel lines for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration
  • Retighten loose connections and replace any damaged parts