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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®For models with the navigation system, see the Navigation System Manual for how
to operate Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle's audio system, without handling your cell phone.Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an
incoming call.
(Hang-up) button: Press to end a call.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
(Back) button: Press to cancel a command.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
■HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:•U.S.: Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or call 1-
888-528-7876.•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-
528-7876.
Voice control tips•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag. Speak
clearly and naturally after a beep.•If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.•To change the volume level, use the audio system's
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
Models with navigation systemModels without navigation system
Microphone Pick-up
Button
Selector
KnobPHONE
Button
Hang-up Button
Volume up
Volume
down
Back ButtonTalk Button
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 260Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 261Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 262
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 263
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 268Opening the Hood ........................... 269
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 270
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 272
Oil Check ......................................... 273
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 274
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter . 275Engine Coolant ................................ 277
Transmission Fluid ............................ 279
Brake Fluid ....................................... 280
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 281
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 282Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades.......................................... 292Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 294
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 295
Tire Labeling .................................... 295DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 297
Wear Indicators ............................... 299
Tire Service Life ................................ 299
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 300
Tire Rotation .................................... 301
Winter Tires ..................................... 302
12 Volt Battery.................................. 303
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 304Climate Control System Maintenance...... 305Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 306
Exterior Care.................................... 308
Index
357Index
Index
Numbers7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 233
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode
Operation............................................... 234AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 247
Accessories and Modifications................ 257
Accessory Power Socket........................... 144
Acura Hybrid System.................................. 10
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 277
Engine Oil ............................................... 274
Washer ................................................... 281
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 272
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 140
Front Seats.............................................. 135
Head Restraints ....................................... 138
Mirrors.................................................... 133
Steering Wheel ....................................... 132
Temperature ............................................. 90
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 146
Changing the Mode................................ 146
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 147
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 305
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 146
Sensor .................................................... 149Synchronized Mode ................................. 148
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 146
Air Pressure............................................... 294
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorders................................. 24
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 74, 78
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors...................................................... 45
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Radio............................................ 161
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 247
Indicator .................................................... 73
Armrest..................................................... 140
Audio Remote Controls............................ 159
Audio System............................................ 152
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 160
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 153
Error Messages ........................................ 180
General Information ................................ 183
iPhone®................................................... 186
iPod®....................................................... 168
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 173
Pandora®................................................. 171
Reactivating............................................. 154Recommended CDs ................................. 184
Recommended Devices............................ 186
Security Code .......................................... 154
Theft Protection ...................................... 154
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 153
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 186
Audio/Information Screen....................... 156
Authorized Manuals................................ 355
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 113
Customize ................................................. 95
Auto Idle Stop.......................................... 250
Auto Idle Stop Indicator............................ 75
Automatic Lighting.................................. 127
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 230
Creeping ................................................. 230
Fluid ........................................................ 279
Kickdown ................................................ 230
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 232
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 333
Shifting ................................................... 231
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 153
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 91
Average Fuel Economy Records................ 91
Average Speed........................................... 92BBattery...................................................... 303
Charging System Indicator................. 72, 336
Jump Starting .......................................... 331
361Index
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 74, 240
VSA® OFF.......................................... 74, 241
Information.............................................. 345
Information Buttons............................ 87, 95
Instant Fuel Economy................................ 91
Instrument Panel........................................ 69
Brightness Control .................................. 131
Interior Lights........................................... 141
Interior Rearview Mirror......................... 133
Internet Radio.......................................... 171
iPhone®..................................................... 186
iPod®......................................................... 168JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 324
Jump Starting........................................... 331KKey Number Tag...................................... 106
Keyless Access System.............................. 108
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 110
Keys........................................................... 105
Lockout Prevention ................................. 110
Number Tag............................................ 106
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 112
Remote Transmitter ................................ 107
Types and Functions................................ 105
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22Kickdown.................................................. 230
LL Mode Operation.................................... 235
Language (HFL)......................................... 190
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 59
Lights................................................. 126, 282
Automatic ............................................... 127
Bulb Replacement.................................... 282
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 129
Fog Lights................................................ 129
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
Interior .................................................... 141
Light Switches ......................................... 126
Lights On Indicator .................................... 77
Turn Signals............................................. 126
Limitations for Manual Operation.......... 190
Load Limits................................................ 223
Locking and Unlocking............................ 105
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 113
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
From Inside.............................................. 111
From Outside........................................... 107
Keys ........................................................ 105
Using a Key ............................................. 110
Lockout Prevention System...................... 110
Low Battery Charge (12 volt)................... 336
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 73
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength.................................................. 106Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 75, 336
Low Temperature Indicator....................... 79
Lower Anchor............................................. 59
Lubricant Specifications Chart................. 346
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 223
MMaintenance............................................. 259
Battery .................................................... 303
Brake Fluid .............................................. 280
Cleaning ................................................. 306
Climate Control....................................... 305
Coolant ................................................... 277
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 263
Oil ........................................................... 272
Precautions ............................................. 260
Radiator .................................................. 278
Remote Transmitter ................................. 304
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 282
Safety...................................................... 261
Service Items ........................................... 266
Tires ........................................................ 294
Transmission Fluid ................................... 279
Under the Hood ...................................... 268
Maintenance MinderTM............................ 263
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 71, 337
Map Lights................................................ 141
Maximum Load Limit............................... 223
Meters, Gauges........................................... 86