In addition to proper inf lation,
correct wheel alignment helps to
decrease tire wear. If you f ind a tire
is worn unevenly, have your dealer
check the wheel alignment.
Have your dealer check the tires if
you f eel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
rebalanced if it is removed f rom the
wheel. When you have new tires
installed, make sure they are
balanced. This increases riding
comf ort and tire lif e. For best results,
have the installer perform a dynamic
balance.
Your tires have wear indicators
molded into the tread. When the
tread wears down, you will see a
band 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide band
across the tread. This shows there is
less than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread
lef t on the tire.
A tire this worn gives very little
traction on wet roads. You should
replace the tire if you can see three
or more tread wear indicators.
Every time you check inf lation, you
should also examine the tires f or
damage, f oreign objects, and wear.
Youshouldlookfor:
Bumps or bulges in the tread or
side of the tire. Replace the tire if
youfindeitherof theseconditions.
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
of the tire. Replace the tire if you
can see f abric or cord.
Excessive tread wear. T ire Maintenance
Tire Inspection
Tires
Maint enance
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TREAD WEAR INDICATORS INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
Improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use
only Acura wheel weights f or balancing.
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Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................
of the .417
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .448
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Unleaded Gasoline .316
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .389
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Vanity Mirror .164
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Vehicle Capacity Load .325
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Vehicle Dimensions .446
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Vehicle Identif ication Number .444
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
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System .351
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VSA System Indicator . 67, 81, 351
VSA Activation ....................
Indicator . 67, 81, 351
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VSA Of f Switch .352
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Vehicle Storage .416
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Ventilation .175
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VIN .444
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Viscosity, Oil .387 ............
WARNING, Explanation of .iii
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Warning Labels, Location of .59
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Warranty Coverages .461
Washer, Windshield
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Checking the Fluid Level .392
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Level Indicator .71
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Operation .116
Wheels .............
Adjusting the Steering .124
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Alignment and Balance .412
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Aluminum Alloy Wheels .408
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Cleaning .408
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Compact Spare .418
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Wrench, Nut .421
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse .148
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Operating the Power .147
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Rear, Def ogger .122
Windshield .....................................
Cleaning .116
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Def roster .172
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Washers .116
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .405 ...................................
Operation .116
Rear Windshield Wiper and
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Washer .117
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Worn Tires .411
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing .433
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XM Satellite Radio . 183, 208
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