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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s navigation
*/audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go to the Speed Dial/Call History on the multi-
information display or to answer an incoming call.
(Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call, to cancel a command or to clear
the phone information on the multi-information display.
(Talk) button: Press to give HFL voice commands.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Interface dial: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press . Move ,
, or to select secondary menu.
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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.
To use HFL, the Bluetooth setting must be On.
2Customized Features P. 264
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, a
phonebook name, or a number. 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.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
Talk Button Volume up
MicrophoneHang-up/Back Button
Pick-up
Button
Volume down
Interface
DialPHONE
Button
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 408Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 409Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 410
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 411
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 416Opening the Hood ........................... 417
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 418
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 419
Oil Check ......................................... 420
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 421
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 422Engine Coolant ................................ 424
Transmission Fluid ............................ 426
Brake Fluid ....................................... 427
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 427
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 428Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades.......................................... 434Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 437Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 438Tire Labeling .................................... 438DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 440
Wear Indicators ............................... 442
Tire Service Life ................................ 442
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 443
Tire Rotation .................................... 444
Winter Tires ..................................... 445
Battery............................................... 446
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 447Climate Control System Maintenance
.... 448
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 449
Exterior Care.................................... 451

Index
510Index
Index
AAAC.................................................... 225, 249
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 389
Accessories and Modifications................. 406
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 167
AcuraLink.................................................. 327
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF)............................ 81, 355
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 424
Engine Oil ................................................ 419
Washer .................................................... 427
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 419
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 158
Front Seats .............................................. 152
Head Restraints........................................ 155
Mirrors .................................................... 149
Steering Wheel ........................................ 148
Temperature .............................................. 99
Agile Handling Assist System................... 377
Aha
TM Menu.............................................. 248
AhaTM Radio.............................................. 259
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 177
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 183
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 448
Rear Temperature Control Dial................. 184
Sensors .................................................... 185Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 177
Air Pressure....................................... 438, 497
Airbags........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 44
Event Data Recorder .................................. 22
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator.............................................. 49, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio............................................ 217
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 389
Indicator.................................................... 74
Armrest..................................................... 158
Audio Remote Controls........................... 192
Audio System............................................ 188
Adjusting the Sound................................ 207
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 190
Error Messages ........................................ 254
General Information ................................ 260
HDD ........................................................ 228
Internet Radio ......................................... 246
iPod®....................................................... 238
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 225, 249
Reactivating ............................................ 191
Recommended CDs ................................. 261
Recommended Devices............................ 263
Remote Controls ..................................... 192Security Code ......................................... 191
Shortcuts ................................................ 195
Theft Protection ...................................... 191
USB Flash Drives...................................... 263
USB Port ................................................. 189
Authorized Manuals................................ 505
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................ 124
Customize ...................................... 108, 277
Automatic Brake Hold............................. 387
Indicator ........................................... 70, 387
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 69, 387
Automatic Lighting.................................. 138
Automatic Transmission.......................... 346
Creeping................................................. 346
Fluid ....................................................... 426
Kickdown ............................................... 346
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 15, 348
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 478
Shifting ................................................... 347
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 190
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 99
Average Speed......................................... 100
BBattery...................................................... 446
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 481
Jump Starting ......................................... 475
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 446
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 447

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Door and Trunk Open .......................... 29, 75
Electric Parking Brake................................. 69
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 69, 483
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 74, 483
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 79
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System .................................... 77
Keyless Access System ............................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 80
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 82, 371
Lights On ................................................... 77
Low Fuel .................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 481
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 76, 380, 382
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 71, 482
Precision All Wheel Steer System................ 81
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 31, 73
Security System Alarm ............................... 77
Shift Lever Position .................................... 72
SPORT Mode ..................................... 81, 351
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 74
System Message ........................................ 76
Transmission .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 75, 375
VSA® OFF .......................................... 75, 376
Information............................................... 495
Instant Fuel Economy............................... 100
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control ................................... 144Interface Dial............................................ 193
Interior Lights........................................... 159
Interior Rearview Mirror.......................... 149
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 469
Jump Starting........................................... 475KKey Number Tag....................................... 116
Keyless Access System.............................. 118
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 120
Keys........................................................... 115
Lockout Prevention.................................. 120
Number Tag ............................................ 116
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 123
Remote Transmitter ................................. 117
Types and Functions ................................ 115
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)....... 346LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 367
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 370
Language (HFL)........................................ 288
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 57
Lights................................................. 137, 428
Automatic ............................................... 138
Bulb Replacement ................................... 428
Daytime Running Lights........................... 140High-Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 159
Light Switches......................................... 137
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits............................................... 339
Locking/Unlocking................................... 115
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 123
From Inside ............................................. 121
From Outside .......................................... 117
Keys........................................................ 115
Using a Key............................................. 120
Lockout Prevention System..................... 120
Low Battery Charge................................. 481
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength.................................................. 116
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 68, 481
Lower Anchors........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 339
Lumbar Support....................................... 153
MMaintenance............................................ 407
Battery .................................................... 446
Brake Fluid .............................................. 427
Cleaning ................................................. 449
Climate Control System .......................... 448
Coolant .................................................. 424

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Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 411
Oil .......................................................... 420
Precautions ............................................. 408
Radiator .................................................. 425
Remote Transmitter ................................ 447
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 428
Safety ..................................................... 409
Service Items ........................................... 414
Tires........................................................ 437
Transmission Fluid ................................... 426
Under the Hood ...................................... 416
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 71, 482
Map Lights................................................ 160
Maximum Load Limit............................... 339
Meters, Gauges.......................................... 94
Mirrors...................................................... 149
Adjusting ................................................ 149
Door ....................................................... 150
Exterior ................................................... 150
Interior Rearview ..................................... 149
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 406
Moonroof................................................. 132
MP3................................................... 225, 249
Multi-Information Display......................... 95
Multi-View Rear Camera......................... 402
NNumbers (Identification)......................... 498
OOdometer.................................................... 99
Oil (Engine)....................................... 419, 497
Adding .................................................... 421
Checking ................................................. 420
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 412
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 68, 481
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 419, 497
Viscosity .......................................... 419, 497
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 194
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 492
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 417
Moonroof................................................ 132
Power Windows ...................................... 130
Trunk ...................................................... 125
Operating the Switches Around the Steering
Wheel...................................................... 133
Outside Temperature Display.................... 99
Overheating.............................................. 479
PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode)...................................................... 350
Pandora®................................................... 247
Panic Mode............................................... 129
Parking...................................................... 397
Parking Brake........................................... 384
Parking Sensor System............................. 398Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 50
Passing Indicators..................................... 137
Power Rear Sunshade.............................. 175
Power Windows....................................... 130
Precautions While Driving....................... 345
Rain ........................................................ 345
Precision All Wheel Steer System............ 377
Indicator.................................................... 81
Pregnant Women....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 455
RRadiator.................................................... 425
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 217
Radio (XM®).............................................. 222
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 219
Range........................................................ 100
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 219
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 501
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 145
Rear Seat Heaters..................................... 174
Rear Temperature Control Dial............... 184
Rearview Mirror....................................... 149
Refueling.................................................. 403
Fuel Guage................................................ 94
Gasoline .......................................... 403, 496
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Regulations............................... 382, 440, 499
Remote Transmitter................................. 117