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When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes. Before
installing any accessory:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
Modifying
your vehicle, or installing
some non-Acura accessories, can
make your vehicle unsafe. Before
you make any modifi cations or add
anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe
following information.
Your dealer has Acura accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved for your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Before installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer. If possible,
have your dealer inspect the final
installation. Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
the proper operation of your
vehicle.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. In these areas,
accessories may interf ere with
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
Although non-Acura accessories may
f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability.
447
A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
333
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
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If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, all stored
driving positions will be lost. To
store the driving positions again, see
the sto ring procedure on p age .
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Refer to the
navigation system manual. Turn the knob of the battery cover
toUNLOCKasshowninthe
illustration.
If your ve
hicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself. The next
timeyouturnontheradioyouwill
see ‘‘ ’’ in the frequency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the fi ve-digit code (see page
).
If your ve hicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the
power tilt and telescopic steering
wheel system will be disabled. The
system needs to be reset after
reconnecting the battery (see page ).
The c ompass System will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Enter the four-
digit anti-theft security code (see
page ). You will also need reset
the c lock according to the
instru ction of setting the clock (see
page ). 1.
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239
147
272
257
On vehicles with navigation system
On vehicles without navigation system
Checking the Battery
Removing the Battery Cover
424
KNOB TABLOCK
UNLOCK
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Ifthefuseforthedrivingposition
memory system is removed, all
stored driving positions will be lost.
To store the driving positions again,
see page .
If the navigation system fuse is
removed, the navigation system will
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Refer to the
navigation system manual.
If the compass system fuse is
removed, the compass system will
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
before it can be used. Enter the four-
digit anti-th eft security code (see
page ). You will also need reset
the clock according to the
instruction of the clock setting (see page
).
If the radio fuse is removed, the
audio system will disable itself. The
next time you turn on the audio
system you will see ‘‘ ’’ in the
frequency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code
(see page ).
Ifthefuseforthepowertilt
telescopic steering is removed, the
system will be disabled. The system
needs to be reset after reinstalling
thefuse(seepage ).
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257 239
148
272
On vehicles with navigation system
On vehicles without navigation system
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
451
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 443
............................
Jump Starting .437
..............................
Maintenance .423
..........................................
Cover .424
............................
Specif ications .461
..............................
Bef ore Driving .325..................................
Belts, Seat . 10, 21
.........................
Beverage Holders .190
..................................
Booster Seats .53
Brakes Anti-lock Brake System .....................................
(ABS) .353
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 326
...........................................
Fluid .402
.......................................
Parking .187
.................
System Indicator . 63, 445
........................
Wear Indicators .352
.............................
Braking System .352
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 326
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .145
......................
Brights, Headlights .140
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .410
.................................
Fog Lights .408
...............
Front Position Lights . 407
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 407
.................................
Headlights .404
............................
Specif ications .461
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 406
....................................
Accessories .333
ACCESSORY (Ignition Switch .....................................
Position) .151
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 192
......................................
AcuraLink .297
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .....................................
Indicator .278
...................................
Operation .280
Adaptive Front Lighting System ..........................................
(AFS) .143
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 395
.............................
Airbag (SRS) . 11, 27
............................
Air Conditioning .198
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .417
.......................
Alcohol in Gasoline .326
......................................
Antif reeze .398
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator . 64, 353
...................................
Operation .353
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 239
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .151
.........................................
Ashtrays .193
................................
Audio System .207 Auto Control Mode, Starting
........................................
Engine .341
..........
Automatic Climate Control . 205
.......................
Automatic Lighting .141
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 275
..............
Automatic Transmission . 343
..........................
Capacity,Fluid .460
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 400
.......................................
Shif ting .343
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .343
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 343
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 348
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .236
Index
A
B
INDEX
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