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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil FilterYou must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display.
1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
4. Remove the bolts on the undercarriage by
turning to the left and remove the under
cover.
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil FilterNOTICEYou may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself, appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Drain Bolt
Washer
4-cylinder models
Under Cover
Bolt
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission FluidHave a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the automatic transmission fluid yourself.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the automatic transmission fluid yourself.■
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
*
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE 2.0■
Automatic Transmission Fluid
*
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE 3.0
1Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
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NOTICEDo not mix Acura ATF-TYPE 2.0 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATF-TYPE
2.0 may adversely affect 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-TYPE 2.0 is not
covered by Acura’s new vehicle warranty.1Automatic Transmission Fluid
*
NOTICEDo not mix Acura ATF-TYPE 3.0 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATF-TYPE
3.0 may adversely affect 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-TYPE 3.0 is not
covered by Acura’s new vehicle warranty.
* Not available on all models

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger’s side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver’s side: Turn the steering wheel to
the right.
2. Remove the holding clips (A) and (B), pull
the inner fender back.
3. Turn the cover to the left and remove it.Front Turn Signal Light: 24 W (PWY 24W Amber/Silver)
1Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.Holding clip (A-type)
Push until the
pin is flat.
Inner Fender
Clip (B)Clip (A)
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear Turn Signal Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip
screwdriver to remove the covers.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Remove the mounting bolts.
3. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter CareReplacing the Button BatteryIf the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.1.Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the keyless access remote.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
1Replacing the Button BatteryNOTICEAn improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always confirm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery

498Handling the Unexpected
Jump StartingTurn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
2. Open the battery terminal cover.■
Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper 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.
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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.
6-cylinder models
Engine Cover
Pin
6-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
Battery
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Shift Lever Does Not MoveFollow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
(P

position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless
access remote.
3. Pull up the bottom edge of the cover with
your finger, then remove it.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into
(N
.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
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Releasing the LockModels with shift leverCover
Release Button
Shift Lock Release Slot

uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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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 goes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and 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 needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How 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 system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
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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.
Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN