What Is Not Covered (cont.)
Other
All fastening/securing hardware for non-covered parts/components; e.g., straps, nuts,
bolts, studs, screws, clips, clamps, pins, etc.; stripped or cross-threaded fasteners and
any stripped or cross-threaded drain plugs. Airbags deployed due to collision; seat
belts, except for the seat-belt latch sensor. If you believe there is a defect in any of these
parts, please contact an authorized Honda dealer immediately.
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS
This Limited Warranty does not cover repairs needed on vehicles equipped with parts
other than approved Honda Genuine Parts or Accessories if the non-genuine part or
accessory caused or contributed to the mechanical breakdown.
The following repairs are not covered, if needed as a result in whole or in part,
because of:
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Covered parts damaged as the result of the failure of a non-covered part.
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Continued operation of your vehicle after a mechanical breakdown has occurred,
when such use leads to consequential damage.
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Any mechanical breakdown resulting from engine over-revving; overheating; hydro-
lock; contaminated fluids or lubricants; varnish; sludge; carbon buildup or deposits;
improper programming; improper adjustments and consequential damage resulting
from negligence, error, omission, improper installation/repairs or servicing on the
part of any servicing dealer, repair facility or individual.
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Improper towing; overloading; snow plowing; wheelspin; misuse; abuse; or using
the vehicle in any manner not recommended by American Honda.
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Any work performed to improve compression or reduce oil or fuel consumption
or correct warning lights or any other work when a mechanical breakdown has
not occurred.
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Racing; competitive driving activities; drifting; modification; alteration; tampering;
disconnection or the installation of aftermarket performance parts, including, but not
limited to, cold-air intakes, strut tower braces, headers, exhaust systems, adjustable
fuel rails, nitrous oxide (NOS), performance/racing clutches or any other aftermarket
part or accessory that caused or contributed to a mechanical breakdown.
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Failure to perform maintenance or customary lubrication services or the use of fuels,
oils, and/or lubricants other than those required by the Honda Owner’s Manual or as
otherwise specified by American Honda.
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Failure to provide verifiable maintenance receipts/records showing the date and
vehicle mileage at the time of service. Receipts/records pertaining to covered parts
requiring routine maintenance and which sustain a mechanical breakdown may be
requested to determine eligibility for coverage.
What Is Not Covered
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