Maintenance03-1 Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions03-8

Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions03-8

(Australia and New Zealand Models)

Listed by Maintenance Item

Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule (see page 03-10) do not apply.

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)		Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 1 year
Replace engine oil filter (see page 08-6)
Replace air cleaner element (see page 11-182)
Inspect valve clearance Check valve clearance (see page 06-9)
Replace fuel filter (see page 11-166)
Replace spark plugs (see page 04-23)
Inspect and adjust drive belts Check for cracks, damage, deflection and tension (see page 04-29)
Inspect idle speed (see page 11-148)
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 manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) (see page 13-4) .
Replace automatic transmission fluid Use genuine Honda ATF-Z1 (see page 14-131) .		At 120,000 km (72,000 miles) or 6 years, then replace every 80,000 km (48,000 miles) or 4 years
Replace rear differential fluid (4WD model) 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 15-13) .
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)
Check light alignment Check the position of the headlight (see page 22A-96) .
Test drive Check for road stability, noise, vibrations and dashboard operation.

03-9

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
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)
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) , DPSP (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)
Tyre connection Check for pressure, puncture, cuts, and irregular thread wear.

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Maintenance03-1 Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions03-8