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*if equipped
Adjusting the Mirrors
Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sitting in the
correct driving position.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
When driving after dark, the automatic dimming
function reduces the glare from headlights behind
you. Power door mirrors also dim.*
The function cancels when the gear is changed to
Reverse (R).
Power Door Mirrors
Adjust the power door mirrors when the vehicle is on.
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press the
switch left, right, up, or down to move the mirror.
Folding door mirror button*: Press to fold the
door mirrors in or out.
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors
Either side door mirror can tilt downward when
you change the gear to Reverse (R) to improve
visibility on the selected side of the vehicle
when reversing. The mirror returns to its original
position when you change the gear out of
Reverse.
When in Reverse, slide the selector switch to the
left or right side.
Adjustment switchSelector switchFolding
button*
Selector switch
Driving Position Memory System
You can store two driver’s seat, steering wheel, and door mirror positions into
memory when the vehicle is on. When you unlock and open the driver’s door with
a remote transmitter, the items adjust automatically to one of the two preset
positions.
1. Adjust the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors to
your preferred positions.
2. Press SET.
3. Press and hold memory button 1 or 2. You will
hear two beeps when the memory is set. The
positions are now linked to the corresponding
Driver 1 or Driver 2 remote transmitter.
Press one of the memory buttons to recall previously stored positions.
Lumbar positions cannot be stored.
Memory button 1
Memory button 2
SET button
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
Press and hold the adjustment switch to move the
steering wheel in, out, up, or down.
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose
control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
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Rear Operation
Use the On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) touchscreen to operate the
system.
Rear Lock: Disable
operation from the
rear.
Rear temperature
up/down
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD)
Close the menuRear ON/OFF Rear AUTO
Fan speed Air ow control
mode
If Rear Lock is turned on in the front, rear controls
cannot be operated.
ODMD screen
Select the REAR icon to
enter the rear climate
control screen.
Rear Climate Control Buttons
Use the buttons on the back of the center console to operate the rear system.
Temperature
controlRear
AUTOON/OFF
buttonAir ow
control
modeFan speed
buttons
Heated Steering Wheel*
Heat the steering wheel to a comfortable
temperature when the vehicle is on.
Press the heated steering wheel button. Press the
button again to turn it off.
Heated steering wheel button
Heated Windshield Button*
Turn the vehicle on. Press the heated windshield
button to de-ice the windshield.
The heated windshield may automatically activate
when the outside temperature is below 4° C, and
deactivate when the temperature reaches 6° C.
Heated windshield
button
*if equipped (Canadian models)

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Basic Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
USB Port
Connect a USB fl ash drive or other audio device, such as an iPod® or iPhone®.
1. Slide back the center console cover. Open the
USB port cover.
2. Install the fl ash drive or iPod cable to the USB
port.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Connect standard audio devices with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
1. Slide back the center console cover. Open the
AUX cover.
2. Connect the device to the input jack.
3. Use the device to control the audio.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
AC Power Outlet*
Located on the back of the center console. Power
is supplied when the vehicle is on for devices up to
115 volts rated 150 watts or less.
1. Open the cover.
2. Plug in the device slightly, turn it 90° clockwise,
then push it in all the way.
Do not use the AC power outlet for electric appliances that require high initial
peak wattage, such as cathode-ray tube type televisions, refrigerators, electric
pumps, etc. It is not suitable for devices that process precise data, such as
medical equipment, and that require an extremely stable power supply, such as
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Accessory Power Socket
Located in the center console, front pocket, and
rear cargo area. Open the socket cover to use
power when the vehicle is on.
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter element. This can overheat the
power socket.
NOTICE
Adjusting the Sound
Adjust various sound settings. Use the interface dial to make and enter
selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Audio Settings.
3. Select Sound.
4. Select the sound setting to adjust.
5. Adjust the setting to the desired level.
6. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Steering Wheel Controls
Operate certain functions of the audio system using the steering wheel controls.
Left selector wheel: Roll up or down to adjust
volume. Press to mute. Move (or hold) left or right
to change stations or tracks.
SOURCE button: Cycle through available audio
modes.
SOURCE buttonLeft selector wheel
FM/AM/SiriusXM® Radio
Move right or left for the next or previous station. Move and hold right or left for
the next or previous strong station.
CD/HDD*/iPod*/USB/Bluetooth® Audio
Move right for the next or previous track. Move and hold right or left for the next
or previous folder (CD/USB).
Pandora®/Aha™
Move right for the next song. Move and hold right or left for the next or previous
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Ultrawide Dual Screen Operation*
Play two different sources side by side on the ultrawide screen. One side of the
screen can play a source from the front audio system (FM, DVD, etc.). The other
side of the screen can play a connected device, such as a video game system.
SOURCE button:
Display audio sources.
SINGLE button:
Display one source on
the entire screen.SWAP button: Switch the
sources to opposite sides of
the screen.
DUAL button: Display
two sources side by
side on the screen.
1. Connect a second source through the rear auxiliary jacks or HDMI input (see
page 64).
2. From the rear control panel, press DUAL.
3. Select which side the second source plays on.
4. Press SOURCE to select AUX-VIDEO or AUX-HDMI.
*if equipped
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling
your phone. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca
(Canada) to check phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may
be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are
always available.
HFL Displays and Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®
HFL display
PHONE button: Go to
the phone screen.
BACK button: Go back
to the previous display.
Interface dial (from the Phone
screen): Move up, down, left, and
right. Rotate and press to make
selections in the upper display.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call, or display
speed dial and call history in the MID.
Selector wheel: Scroll through speed dial and call
history in the MID. Press to make a selection. Adjust
volume during a call.
Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or clear
HFL information in the MID.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag,
phonebook name, or phone number.
MENU button: Choose
phone options.
SETTINGS button:
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Using Speed Dial and Call History
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Call by name.”
2. Say the name of the stored voice tag.
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the MID
1. Press the Pick-Up button.
2. The speed dial list appears in the MID.
For Call History, move the left selector wheel to
the right.
3. Use the left selector wheel to scroll through the
list to fi nd the entry you want to call, and select it
to call.
Using the Phone screen
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press PHONE.
2. For Speed Dial, use the interface dial to scroll
through the list to fi nd the entry you want to call,
and select it to call.
For Call History, move the interface dial to the
right and scroll through the list.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them.
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Speed Dial or Call History.
4. Select the desired entry to call.
111AAA#### Mr.AAA
Mr.BBB
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail
Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone.
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited
while the vehicle is moving.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one
of them at a time to be active and receive notifi cations.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Messages or an e-mail account.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When your receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the
interface dial to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply
to it using fi xed phrases or call the sender.
1. When the prompt appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads
it aloud.
To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the
six available responses. Select Send to send the
message. You cannot create a new text message.
To call the sender: Select Call.

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Subscription Features
In addition to standard service, receive benefi ts such as collision notifi cation,
emergency assistance, online security, enhanced navigation searches, and
important messages about your vehicle. Requires enrollment and privacy
agreement. To subscribe or get more information, visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
myacura.ca (Canada) or contact a dealer.
Emergency Assistance
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely
impacted, your vehicle automatically attempts to connect to the AcuraLink
operator if your phone is paired to the system and there is suffi cient cellular
coverage.
If you need to manually connect to the operator,
open the cover on the ceiling console and press
ASSIST when the vehicle is on.
Once connected, information about your vehicle,
its positioning, and its condition will be sent to the
operator; you can also speak to the operator when
connected.
Security Features
To use security features, you need your user ID and personal identifi cation
number (PIN). Some of these features are also available with the AcuraLink
smartphone app. Visit owners.acura.com/apps (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) to
download.
Searches and tracks down your vehicle position.
Remotely lock or unlock doors.
nder: Locate your vehicle in large areas, such as a crowded parking lot.
cation: If your vehicle’s security system detects tampering,
the provider notifi es you.
Operator Assistance
Press LINK on the ceiling console to connect to an
operator when trying to fi nd a destination or for
roadside assistance.
ASSIST
button
LINK button
*if equipped
Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system
using voice commands or the system controls.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may
be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are
always available.
Steering Wheel Controls
Use the steering wheel controls to give voice
commands. For a full list of navigation voice
commands, see page 151.
Hang-Up/Back button: Press to cancel a command
or operation.
Talk button: Press to give voice commands.
Talk Button Tips
• When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
• To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your
command.
• When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted
in yellow.
• Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
• Close the windows and moonroof.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed.
Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do so.
NAVIGATION*
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Back
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Next guidance
point
Calculated
route
Routing
After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route.
Map Legend
Next guidancepoint
Calculatedroute
During route guidance
Distance to
destination Estimated time
to destination
Distance to
next maneuver
Turn-by-Turn Directions
Shows a more detailed view of the next maneuver on the multi-information
display. Use the right selector wheel on the steering wheel to bypass the display.
Upcoming
maneuver
Current route
Next street
Taking a Detour
You can calculate a detour route manually if you encounter a road closure or
other obstacle. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. When en route, press MENU.
2. Select Detour. The system attempts to calculate
a new route by avoiding the next 5 miles (8 km)
while on a freeway or 1 mile (1 km) while on a
surface street.
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™*
View traffi c fl ow, incidents, and construction in major metro areas. You can
also route around congestion or incidents using voice commands. Press the Talk
button before saying each command. Available in the U.S. only.
1. When en route, say “Display traf c on my route.”
A list of incidents on your route appears.
2. Say the number of the incident you want to
avoid.
3. Say “Avoid” and the incident list returns.
4. Say “Reroute” to set the new route.
*Requires AcuraLink subscription. Visit owners.acura.com for more information.
Canceling Your Route
You can cancel your route at any time. Press the Talk button and say “Cancel
route.” You can also use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. When en route, press MENU.
2. Select Cancel Route. The route is cleared and the
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Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite fl ammable materials left under
the hood, causing a fi re. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover fl ammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Interior Checks
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the fl oor
mats.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Make sure items placed on the fl oor behind the front seats cannot roll under
the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start
the vehicle, and go off soon after.
NOTICE
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Utility vehicles have a signifi cantly higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than you would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that raises its center of gravity.
• Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Acura
accessory).
In addition:
• During the fi rst 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration
or full throttle operation so as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
• Avoid hard braking for the fi rst 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
when the brake pads are replaced.
Improperly operating this vehicle on or off pavement can cause crash or
rollover in which you and your passengers can be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions and guidelines in this guide.
Keep your speed low, and don’t drive faster than conditions permit.
WARNING
Improper accessories or modifi cations can affect your vehicle’s handling,
stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding accessories
and modifi cations.
WARNING