2000 Acura Integra Sedan Owner's Manual

Additiona
l Informatio n Abou t You r SR S
Since both airbags use the same
sensors, both airbags normally
inflate at the same time. However, it
is possible for only one airbag to inflate.
This can occur when the severity of
a collision is at the margin, or
threshold, that determines whether
or not the airbags will deploy. In
such cases, the seat belt will provide
sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by
the airbag would be minimal.
After inflating, the airbags
immediately deflate, so they won't
interfere with the driver's visibility,or the ability to steer or operate
other controls.
The total time for inflation and
deflation is approximately one-tenth
of a second, so fast that most
occupants are not aware that the
airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps. After a crash, you may see what
looks like smoke. This is actually
powder from the airbag's surface.
Although the powder is not harmful,
people with respiratory problems
may experience some temporary
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of
the car as soon as it is safe to do so.
For additional information on how
your airbags work, see the booklet
titled SRS: What You Need to Know

About Airbags that came with yourowner's manual.

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Additiona
l Informatio n Abou t You r SR S

Ho w th e SR S Indicato r Ligh t
Work s
The purpose of the SRSlight is to alert you to a
potential problem with your Supplemental Restraint System.
When you turn the ignition ON (II),
this indicator will light up briefly
then go out. This tells you that the system is working properly.
However, if the light comes on at any other time, you should have thesystem checked by your dealer. For

example:
If the SRS indicator light does not
come on after you turn the ignition
ON (II).

If the light stays on after the

engine starts. If the light comes on or flashes on
and off while you drive.
If you see any of these indications,
your airbags may not deploy when
you need them. See your Acura dealer as soon as possible. SR
S Servic e
Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance-free, and
there are no parts you can safely
service. However, you must have
your car serviced if:
Your airbags ever inflate. The

airbags and the control unit must
be replaced. Do not try to remove or replace the airbags yourself.
This must be done by an Acura
dealer or a knowledgeable body

shop.

The SRS indicator light alerts you

to a problem. Take your car to an
authorized Acura dealer as soon as
possible. If you ignore this
indication, the airbags might not
inflate when you need them.

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S R S

Ignoring the SRS indicator light
can result in serious injury or
death if the airbags do not inflate when needed.
Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer as soon as possible if

the SRS light alerts you to a

potential problem.

Additiona
l Informatio n Abou t You r SR S

Additiona l Safet y Precaution sDo not attempt to deactivate your
airbags. Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection in a moderate to severe
frontal collision.
Do not tamper with SRS
components or wiring for any
reason. Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.
See page 125 for further information
and precautions relating to your SRS.

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Carbo
n Monoxid e Hazar d

Your car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no
problem with carbon monoxide
entering the car in normal driving if
you maintain your car properly.
Have the exhaust system inspected
for leaks whenever: The car is raised for an oil change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The car was in an accident that
may have damaged the underside.


High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such a
s a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage. With the trunk lid open, air flow can
pull exhaust gas into your car's
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk lid open, open all the windows
and set the climate control system as
shown below.
If you must sit in your parked car,
even in an unconfined area, with the
engine running, adjust the heating
and cooling system as follows: 1. Select the Fresh Air mode. 2. Select the mode.
3. Turn the fan on high speed.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.

Safet
y Label s
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury. Read these labels carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard
to read, contact your Acura dealer
for a replacement.
Driver an d Passenge r Safet y DASHBOAR
D

SUN VISO R

HOO D
RADIATO R CA P

Instrument
s an d Control s
This section gives information about the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of

your Acura. All the essential controls
are within easy reach.
Control Locations............................ 52

Indicator Lights................................ 53

Gauges.............................................. 57

Speedometer................................ 57

Tachometer.................................. 57
Odometer...................................... 57

Trip Meter.................................... 57

Fuel Gauge................................... 58

Temperature Gauge....................
58

Maintenance Require
d

Indicator.................................... 59

Controls Near the Steering
Wheel........................................ 60

Headlights.................................... 61
Instrument Panel Brightness.....

62

Turn S
ignals.................................

62

Windshield Wipers.

..................... 63

Windshield Washers..................
. 63

Hazard Warning...........................
64

Rear Windo
w Defogger.............. 64

Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 65

Steering Wheel Controls................ 66
Cruise Control.............................. 66
Keys and Locks................................ 69
Keys............................................... 69

Immobilizer System..................... 69
Ignition Switch............................. 70

Power Door Locks....................... 72
Childproof Door Locks............... 73

Trunk............................................ 73

Glove Box..................................... 75

Seat Adjustments............................. 75
Driver's Seat Height
Adjustment............................... 76

Driver's Lumbar Support............ 76

Head Restraints........................... 77

Folding Rear Seat............................ 77

Power Windows............................... 79

Moonroof.......................................... 80

Mirrors.............................................. 81
Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 81

Parking Brake.................................. 82

Digital Clock..................................... 83

Beverage Holder.............................. 84 Console Compartment.................... 85
Cigarette Lighter............................. 85
Ashtrays............................................ 86
Interior Lights.................................. 87
Instrument s an d Control s

Contro
l Location s

Instrument s an d Control s
HOO
D RELEAS E
HANDL E

(P. 120 )

TRUN
K RELEAS E
HANDL E
(P. 73)
FUE
L FIL L

DOO R RELEAS E

(P. 119 )
POWE
R WINDO W
SWITCHE S
(P. 79)

AUDIO SYSTE M

(P. 98)

HEATING
/

COOLIN G
CONTROL S
(P. 90)
DIGITA
L CLOC K
(P. 83)
MIRRO
R
CONTROL S
(P. 81)

Indicato
r Light s
The instrument, panel has many
indicators to give you important
information about your car.

Instruments an d Control s

LO
W FUE L
INDICATO R
MAINTENANC
E
REQUIRE D INDICATO R
CRUIS
E CONTRO L
INDICATO R
IMMOBILIZE
R
SYSTE M
INDICATO R
TRUNK-OPEN
INDICATO R
SEA T BEL T
REMINDE R LIGH TSUPPLEMENTA
L
RESTRAIN T
SYSTE M
INDICATO R
HIG
H BEA M INDICATO R
CHARGIN
G SYSTE M
INDICATO R
LO W OI L PRESSUR E INDICATO R

MALFUNCTIO N
INDICATO R LAM P
PARKIN
G BRAK E AN D
BRAK E SYSTE M INDICATO R
DOOR-OPE N
INDICATO R
ANTI-LOC K
BRAK E SYSTE M
INDICATO R