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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid
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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)
1Automatic 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 af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura 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 th e engine compartment.
Upper
Lower
MarksRubber
Cap
Guide
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Refilling Window Washer Fluid
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Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge
on the cap.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir. If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Models with level gauge
Level Gauge
Models without level gauge
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire .... 278
Tools .................................................. 286
If a Tire Goes Flat .............................. 287
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 287
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 293
Jump Starting .................................... 294
Shift Lever Do es Not Move.............. 296
Overheating ...................................... 297
How to Handle Overheating ............. 297Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
299
Comes On......................................
If the Charging System Indicator
299
Comes On .....................................
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks ....................300If the Brake System Indicator Comes On ..301If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) 301System Indicator Comes On ................If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
302
Indicator Comes On or Blinks.......... Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 303
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each
Fuse............................................ 305
307
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........
Emergency Towing ........................... 308
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel .......................................... 309
Fill Door
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate ...................................................310
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4.Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket. Be careful not to pinch the
cord in a door or window.
u Do not plug any other electric devices
into other accessory power sockets.
5. St
art the engine.
u Keep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 61
6. Turn the selector switch to
SEALANT/ AIR.
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8. When the sealant injection is complete
continue to add air.
9. Af
ter the air pressure reaches 33 psi (230
kPa), turn off the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. Th is is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
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.
3 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.
SEALANT/AIR side
Pressure Gauge
ON
OFF
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7.Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket. Be careful not to pinch the cord in
a door or window.
u Do not plug any other electric devices
to other accessory power sockets.
8. St
art the engine.
u Keep the engine running w hile
injecting air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 61
9. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
12. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the
air compressor.
u If 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. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
3 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.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
Pressure Relief Button
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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
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 brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Checking the Battery P. 268●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 307
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. 199
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 100
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 74
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 307
If the problem continues:2 Emergency Towing P. 308
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it. 2 Jump Starting P. 294
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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt boos ter battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable:
Engine mounting bolt
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.
3 WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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■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 a nd 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 need le has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How 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.
3 WARNING
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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