Lubricants and Fluids
Application
Lubricant or Fluid
Engine
Honda Motor Oil: 0W-20
Look 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 section.

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.