Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions - EU
140,000km(7year)
Type R Model
Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply.


Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first.
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes

Check the brake pad and disc thickness. Check damage and cracks.

Check the brake linings for cracking, grazing, wear, and contamination.
Check lights alignment
  Check the position of the headlights.
Test drive (noise, stability, dashboard operation)
Check expiry date for temporary repair kit bottle
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 steering linkage.

Check the boot for damage and leaking grease.
Suspension components

Check the bolts for tightness.

Check all dust cover for deterioration and damage.
Driveshaft boots

Check the boot and boot band for cracks.

Check boots for leaking grease.
Brake hoses and lines (including VSA lines)
  Check master cylinder, VSA modulator-control unit,   damage and leakage.
All fluid level and condition of fluid
  Check levels and look for leak. If necessary, add.





Exhaust system
  Check the exhaust pipe and muffler for damage, leaks,   and tightness.
Fuel lines and connections

Check fuel lines for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration.

Retighten loose connections and replace any damage parts.
Tyre condition
  Check pressure, puncture, or cuts and irregular thread   wear.

Every 40,000 km (25,000 miles)
Replace air cleaner element
Inspect valve clearance
  Check valve clearance.
Every 120,000 km (75,000 miles)
Replace spark plugs
At 200,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years, thereafter every 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years
Replace engine coolant
  Use genuine Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Every 120,000 km (75,000 miles) or 8 years
Replace manual transmission fluid (MTF)
  Use genuine Honda MTF.
Every 3 years
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.
Every year
Inspect vehicle corrosion:
  refer to the Body Repair Manual

External Paintwork and panel Corrosion Check.

Under body Corrosion Check.