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Safe Driving
Safety Labels
Label Locations
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U. S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.
Sun Visor U.S. models Canadian models
Radiator Cap DoorjambsU.S. models
U.S. models only Dashboard
Canadian models
Doorjambs

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reservoir Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)Battery
Power Steering Fluid
(Black Cap)

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result
in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed
and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve
TankMAX
MIN

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
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Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system.
Do not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
■Radiator1 Radiator
NOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.Radiator Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1. Park on level ground, and start the engine.
2. Wait until the radiator fan starts and then
turn off the engine.
u Perform step 3 after waiting for about 60
seconds (less than 90 seconds).
3. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the
transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth.
4. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the
transmission securely , as shown in the
image.
5. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid
level.
u It should be between the upper and
lower marks in the HOT range.
6. If the level is below the lower mark, add
fluid into the dipstick hole to bring it to the
level between the upper and lower marks,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICEDo not mix Acura ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATF
DW-1 may adversely affe ct the operation and
durability of your vehicle’s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usin g a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acur a ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicle warranty.
NOTICEPour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.Upper Mark
Lower Mark
HOT
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the syst em with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX Reserve Tank
MIN

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uuFuses uCircuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
Handling the Unexpected
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
The current rating in brackets indicate that
you may find a fuse in the location even if
your particular model is not equipped with
the device the fuse is used for.■Primary Engine Compartment
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1Battery120 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box STD40 A
2−−
−−
Headlight Washer*30 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box Option40 A
Right e-pretensioner*30 A
Left e-pretensioner*30 A
3IG Main50 A
Sub Fan Motor40 A
−−
Driver’s Fuse Box STD60 A
Main Fan Motor40 A
Driver’s Light Main30 A
Wiper Motor30 A
−−
4Heater Motor40 A
5Passenger’s Light Main30 A
6−−
7−−
8Rear Defroster40 A
9Trailer Turn/Stop Lights7.5 A
10Stop & Horn15 A
11Trailer Small Lights7.5 A
12ADS*30 A
13IG Coil15 A
14FI Sub15 A
15Back Up10 A
16Interior Light7.5 A
17FI Main15 A
18DBW15 A
19Woofer15 A
20MG Clutch7.5 A
21Radiator Fan Timer7.5 A
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
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Index
Brake Assist System ................................. 256
Fluid ........................................................ 288
Foot Brake ............................................... 254
Indicator ............................................ 68, 336
Parking Brake .......................................... 253
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 136
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 291
Back-Up Lights......................................... 296
Daytime Running Light ....... ..................... 294
Fog Lights ................................................ 292
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 293
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 293
Headlights ............................................... 291
High-Mount Brake Light ..... ..................... 297
Rear License Plate Light............................ 297
Side Turn Signal/
Emergency Indicator Lights .................... 294
Stop Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights.................. 295
Bulb Specifications .................................... 350
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks .............................................. 158
Carrying Cargo .................................. 211, 213
CD Changer ............................................... 177
Certification Label .................................... 351
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 291
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 334Child Safety
................................................. 50
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 58
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ......................... ...... 52
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Using a Tether ........................................... 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 315
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 313
Client Service Information ....................... 359
Climate Control System ............................ 163
Changing the Mode ................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ............... ........................ 164
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 312
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 163
Sensor ..................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode................................. 165
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 166
Clock .......................................................... 102
Coat Hook ................................................. 158
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 319, 350
Console Compartment ............................. 154
Controls ..................................................... 101 Coolant (Engine)
...................................... 285
Adding to the Radiator ... ........................ 286
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 285
Overheating ............................................ 332
Temperature Gauge .................................. 87
Creeping ................................................... 227
Cruise Control .......................................... 232
Indicator ................................................... 77
Cup Holders .............................................. 156
Customized Features ................................. 94
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 133
Dead Battery ............................................ 329
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 352
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror .............. ........................ 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 281
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 131
Door Mirrors ............................................. 142
Doors ........................................................ 103
Auto Door Locking.......... ........................ 113
Auto Door Unlocking ...... ........................ 113
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 26, 73
Keys........................................................ 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..................................... 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside.................................. 106