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Lubricants and Fluids (KA/KC)

Application Lubricant or Fluid
Engine Honda Motor Oil: 0W-20Look 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 (with AWD) 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 deg.F (-30 deg.C), add Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (concentrate) .
GHH429362Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

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 Brake pedal yoke pin Multipurpose grease
B 12 volt battery terminals
C Fuel fill door
D Hood hinges and hood latch
E Tailgate hinges
F Caliper pins, caliper pin boots, front caliper piston seals, front caliper piston boots Service set grease
G Front caliper piston Honda DOT 3 brake fluid
H Shift cable end Molybdenum grease
I Air conditioning compressor 1.5 L engine Compressor Oil: RL85HM (P/N 38899-RLV-A01) for refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
2.4 L engine Compressor Oil: DENSO ND-OIL 14 (P/N 38899-50Z-G01) for refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
NOTE: 
  • Lubricate the following areas using the recommended lubricants and fluids.
  • In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary.
GHH429363Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.