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Emissions TestingTesting of Readiness CodesYour vehicle has “Readiness Codes,” as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some States use these codes as a test to see if your vehicle's emissions components
are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mode to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for six hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
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Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there until the temperature
gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing faci lity determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.

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7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in
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. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you
cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for
at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

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Warranty Coverages■U.S. Owners
Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the
emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and
workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty – these two warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems.
Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for
exact information.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered
by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered for
rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.
Accessory Li mited Warranty – Acura accessories are covered under this warranty.
Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty booklet for details.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Acura replacement parts
against defects in materials and workmanship.

536Index
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission)....... 330
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 416
Cruise Control ........................................... 348
Indicator .................................................... 84
Cup Holders ............................................... 192
Customized Features ........................ 126, 259DDaytime Running Lights ........................... 168
Dead Battery ............................................. 498
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 206
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 525
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 165
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 438
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 164
Door Mirrors ............................................. 178
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 151
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 151
Door Open Indicator ............................ 31, 81
Door Open Message ................................ 102
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 13, 148
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 146 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 459
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 46
Driving ...................................................... 315
Automatic Transmission .......................... 330
Braking ................................................... 396
Cruise Control ......................................... 348
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 330
Shifting Gear ................................... 331, 338
Starting the Engine.................................. 322
Driving Position Memory System ............ 174
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 330
Creeping ................................................. 330
Fluid ........................................................ 445
Kickdown ................................................ 330
Operating the Shift Lever................... 20, 339
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 502
Shifting ................................................... 338
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 469
EECON (Econ mode) Indicator ..................... 88
Elapsed Time ............................................. 124
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 71
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 71, 507
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 80, 507
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 386
Emergency ................................................ 515 Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)
...... 527
Engine ....................................................... 524
Coolant .................................................. 443
Jump Starting ......................................... 498
Oil .......................................................... 437
Remote Engine Start ............................... 325
Starting................................................... 322
Engine Coolant ........................................ 443
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 444
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 443
Overheating ............................................ 503
Temperature Gauge ................................ 117
Engine Oil ................................................. 437
Adding ................................................... 440
Checking ................................................ 438
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 430
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 505
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 437
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 161
e-pretensioners .......................................... 34
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 80
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 179
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 472
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 178
FFCW (Forward Collision Warning) .......... 365
Features .................................................... 209

540Index
Outside Temperature............................... 123
Adjusting ................................................. 123
Overheating .............................................. 503PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 337
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ...................................................... 341
Pandora® ................................................... 243
Panic Mode ............................................... 157
Parking ...................................................... 411
Parking Brake ............................................ 396
Parking Sensor System .............................. 412
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 165
Power Windows ........................................ 158
Precautions While Driving ........................ 329
Rain ......................................................... 329
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 477RRadiator..................................................... 444
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 232
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 230
Range ........................................................ 124
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 527Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 173
Rear Seats ................................................. 185
Seat Heaters ............................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Refueling .................................................. 420
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .................................. 420, 520, 522
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Regulations ............................... 394, 459, 525
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 325
Remote Transmitter ................................. 142
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 467
Replacement Battery ............................................ 467, 468
Bulbs ....................................................... 447
Fuses ............................... 510, 511, 512, 513
Tires ........................................................ 462
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 454
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 526
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 123
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ............... 119, 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 375
On and Off.............................................. 377
SSafe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31 Safety Labels
.............................................. 67
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
e-pretensioners ......................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ................................................. 61
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder ............................................ 33, 78
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 78
Seat Heaters ..................................... 197, 198
Seats .......................................................... 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 180
Front Seats.............................................. 180
Rear Seats ............................................... 185
Seat Heaters ................................... 197, 198
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 197
Security System ........................................ 155
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 84
Select Button ............................................ 331
Operation ............................................... 332
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 338
Operation ......................................... 20, 339
Releasing ................................................ 502
Won’t Move ........................................... 502
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58