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Rear Differential Fluid, and Fluid

Rear Differential FluidBrake and Clutch Fluid Brake Fluid 4WD model only Check the brake fluid level in the The rear differential should be reservoirs monthly. drained and refilled with new fluid MAX accordingtothetimeanddistance Replace the brake fluid according to recommendations in the the time recommendation in the maintenance schedule. Have your maintenance schedule. dealer replace the rear differential fluid. Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not Use Honda Dual Pump Fluid only. available, you should use only DOT 3 Do not use automatic or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed MIN fluid (ATF). container, as a temporary replacement. Maintenance The fluid level should be between Using any non-Honda brake fluid can theMINandMAXmarksontheside cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. If the level is at or of the system. Have the brake below the MIN mark, your brake system flushed and refilled with system needs attention. Have the Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid brake system inspected for leaks or DOT 3 as soon as possible. worn brake pads.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive damage.

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Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid

Clutch Fluid Power Steering Fluid Always use Honda Power Steering only Fluid. You may use another power UPPER LEVEL steering fluid as an emergency MAX replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible.

A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible. LOWER LEVEL MIN Check the level on the side of the The fluid level should be between reservoir when the engine is cold. Turning the steering to f ull lef t theMINandMAXmarksontheside The fluid should be between the or right lock and holding it there can of the reservoir. If it is not, add UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. damage the power steering pump. brake fluid to bring it up to that level. If not, add power steering fluid to the Use the same fluid specified for the UPPER LEVEL. brake system. Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so A low fluid level can indicate a leak you do not spill any. Clean up any in the clutch system. Have this spills immediately; it could damage system inspected as soon as possible. components in the engine compartment.

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Lights

Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb WEATHER SEAL BULB Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass cargo area or pull a trailer, from contact with your skin or hard readjustment may be required. objects. If you touch the glass, clean Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour it with denatured and a clean dealer or other qualified mechanic. cloth.

CONNECTOR HOLD-DOWN WIRE Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot Low Beam Headlight when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to 1. Remove the electrical connector Maintenance overheat and shatter. from the bulb by pulling the connector straight back.

2. Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab.

3. Unclip the end of the hold-down wire from its slot. Pivot it out of the way, and remove the bulb.

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Lights

5. Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly. Make sure it is right side up; it is marked ‘‘→ .’’

6. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. Make sure it is connected securely. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.

High Beam Headlight 4. Install the new bulb into the hole, making sure the tabs are in their slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into the slot.

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