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This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 454
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 455
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 466
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 472
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ............................................. 473
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 474
Jump Starting.................................... 475
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 478
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 479Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 481If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 481
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 482If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 482If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On .............................. 483
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator
Comes On............................................. 483
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 484
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 485
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 489
Emergency Towing........................... 490
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door................................................. 491When You Cannot Open the Trunk..... 492RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 493
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ToolsTypes of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the trunk.
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
Jack Jack Handle Bar Towing HookWheel Nut Wrench/
Jack HandleFunnel Flat-tip Screwdriver GripTowing Hook Funnel Flat-tip Screwdriver Grip
Tool Case
Vehicle with temporary tire repair
kit is shown.
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If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairing a Flat TireIf the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1.Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2.Move the shift lever to
(P
.
3.Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
■
Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.•The tire sealant has expired.•More than two tires are punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.NOTICEDo not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:
Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)
Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)
No
Contact
Area
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black)Speed Restriction Label Repair Notification Label Pressure Relief
ButtonInflator Switch
Selector Switch
SEALANT/AIR side Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)AIR ONLY side
Power Plug Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date
U.S. CanadaU.S. Canada
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7.Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
uThe compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8.When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
9.
After the air pressure reaches 32 psi (220
kPa), turn off the kit.
After the air pressure reaches front:35 psi
(240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230 kPa), turn off
the kit.
uTo check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
10.Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
11.Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
12.Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
Pressure Gauge
ON
OFF
Models with P245/45R18 96V tiresModels with 245/40R19 98W tires
1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 15
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessary seal and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
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4.Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose on the compressor.
5.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
uDo not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 463
6.If the air pressure is
•Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2Emergency Towing P. 490•32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
•Front:35 psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uIf the air pressure does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
Air Only Hose
Models with P245/45R18 96V tiresModels with 245/40R19 98W tires
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•Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than 32 psi (220 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 32 psi
(220 kPa).
•Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than front:35 psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi
(230 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches front:35
psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230 kPa).2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 463Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uYou should repeat this procedure as long
as the air pressure is within this range.
7.Repackage and properly stow the kit.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
Pressure Relief Button
Models with P245/45R18 96V tiresModels with 245/40R19 98W tires
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
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12.Turn off the kit.
uCheck the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
uIf overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
13.Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14.Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15.Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
16.Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
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Engine Does Not StartChecking the EngineIf the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Checklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the multi-information display.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 473
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 133
Check the brightness of the interior light.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 446
●If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 485
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 342
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 128
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 94
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 489
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 490
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2Jump Starting P. 475