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Quick Reference Guide
Wipers and Washers
(P140)
*1:Models with automatic intermittent wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent wipers
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring: Low Sensitivity
*1
: Lower speed, fewer sweeps*2
: High Sensitivity*1
: Higher speed, more sweeps*2
MIST
OFF
AUTO
*1: Wiper speed varies
automatically
INT
*2: Low speed with
intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
Steering Wheel (P143)
● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired
position, then lock the lever back in place.
Unlocking the Front
Doors from the Inside
(P118)
●Pull either front door inner handle to
unlock and open it in one motion.
Trunk (P122)
● To unlock and open the trunk:
•Pull the trunk release.
• Press the trunk release button on the
keyless access remote.
• Press the trunk release button on the
trunk lid.
Power Door Mirrors
(P147)
● With the power mode in ON, move the
selector switch to L or R .
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
Trunk Release
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P411)
Under the Hood (P420)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, slide the lever and lift the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P431)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P440)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P442)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
*1:On the left: Models wi thout full color display
On the right: Models with full color display
Message*1ConditionExplanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 492
—
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 430
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is
due soon.
●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW /
Maintenance Due Now and SERVICE PAST
DUE /Maintenance Past Due follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the
Multi-Information Display P. 417
Canadian models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■AUTO*
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers* P. 141
■Adjusting wiper operation
Turn the adjustment ri ng to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT
*: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
AUTO*: Automatic
intermittent operation
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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411
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 412
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 413Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 414
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 415
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 420Opening the Hood ........................... 421
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 422
Oil Check ......................................... 423
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 424
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 425
Engine Coolant ................................ 427
Transmission Fluid ............................ 429
Brake Fluid ....................................... 430
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 430
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 431
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 440
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 442
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 443Tire Labeling .................................... 443DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 445Wear Indicators................................ 447 Tire Service Life ................................ 447
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 448
Tire Rotation .................................... 449
Winter Tires ..................................... 450
Battery ............................................... 451
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 452
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 454Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 455
Exterior Care.................................... 457
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420
Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Cap
Radiator Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not
overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Acura He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Acura brake fl uid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Acura Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for l eaks or worn brake pads as
soon as possible.
MIN
MAX
Brake Reservoir
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Canadian models
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495Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
−−
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
WIPER30 A
Main Fuse120 A
2
IG Main50 A
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST/MG SW30 A
Rear Defogger 30 A IG Main1 30 ABlower 40 A
IG Main2 30 A
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3−−
4− −
5Starter DIAG7.5 A
6− −
7−−
8− −
9−−
10 − −
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Fog Lights*(20 A)
13Injector20 A
14 Hazard 10 A
15FI Sub15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
18 Stop & Horn 10 A
19−−
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
21IGP15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23Left Headlight Low Beam10 A
24 − −
25MG Clutch7.5 A
26 Washer 15 A
27Small20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29Backup10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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