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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
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the MID.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Acura Heavy 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.
Brake Reservoir
MIN
MAX
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.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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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 Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1STRLD*27.5 A
2−−
3ACG FR15 A
4Washer 15 A
5−−
6 ECU FR 7.5 A
7Starter*27.5 A
8FI Sub 15A
9DBW15 A
10 FI Main 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 DRL R 10 A
13DRL L10 A
14 Injector 20 A
15Radio*120 A
*1:Models without Auto Idle Stop
*2:Models with Auto Idle Stop 16 Back Up 10 A
17MG Clutch7.5 A
18 FR Fog*(20 A)
19−−
20 H/L HI R 7.5 A
21−−
22 Small*110 A
23Gear Selector15 A
24 H/L HI L 7.5 A
25−−
26 H/L LO R 10 A
27H/L LO L10 A
28 Oil LVL 7.5 A
29Main Fan30 A
30 Sub Fan 30 A
31Wiper Main30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Index
AWD.......................................................... 407
B
Back-Up Light ............................................ 463
Battery ....................................................... 478
Charging System Indicator ................. 73, 519
Jump Starting .......................................... 515
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 478
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ...................................... 191
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 405
Indicator .................................................... 90
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 251
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 284
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 67
Brake System ............................................. 412
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 414
Brake Assist System ................................. 415
Brake System Indicator............................... 72
Fluid ........................................................ 458
Foot Brake ............................................... 413
Indicator ............................................ 72, 521
Parking Brake .......................................... 412
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 72
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 521
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 167
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ........ 405Bulb Replacement
.................................... 459
Back-Up Light.......................................... 463
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light ............ 461
Daytime Running Light ............................ 162
Fog Lights ............................................... 459
Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/ Parking Light ......................................... 460
Headlights ............................................... 459
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 464
LED Puddle Light ..................................... 464
Puddle Lights........................................... 464
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 464
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light...................................................... 460
Taillight and Rear Si de Marker Light ........ 462
Bulb Specifications ................................... 536
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 351
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 68
Carrying Cargo ................................. 323, 325
CD Player ................................................... 238
Center Pocket ........................................... 190
Certification Label .................................... 538
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 459
Charging System Indicator ................. 73, 519
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 140
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 67 Child Seat for Infants ................................ 58
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 59
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 63
Larger Children ......................................... 66
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 140
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 487
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 485
Client Service Information ....................... 546
Climate Control System ........................... 200
Changing the Mode................................ 203
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 207
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 484
Rear Climate Control System................... 208
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 205
Sensors ................................................... 212
Synchronized Mode ................................ 204
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 200
Clock ......................................................... 128
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 416
Coat Hook ................................................ 195
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 416
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 493, 537
Compass .................................................... 318
Console Compartment ............................. 189
Controls .................................................... 127
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Index
Load Limits................................................ 325
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 129
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 141
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 140
From Inside .............................................. 138
From Outside ........................................... 131
Keys ........................................................ 129
Using a Key ............................................. 135
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 135
Low Battery Charge .................................. 519
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 76
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 519
Lower Anchors ...................................... 61, 64
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 537
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 325
Lumbar Support ........................................ 175
M
Maintenance............................................. 439
Battery..................................................... 478
Brake Fluid............................................... 458
Cleaning .................................................. 485
Climate Control System ........................... 484
Coolant ................................................... 455
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 443
Oil ........................................................... 451
Precautions .............................................. 440
Radiator................................................... 456
Remote Control ....................................... 482
Remote Transmitter ......................... 480, 481 Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 459
Safety...................................................... 441
Service Items ........................................... 445
Tires ........................................................ 469
Transmission Fluid ................................... 457
Under the Hood ...................................... 447
Wireless Headphone................................ 483
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 73, 520
Map Lights ................................................ 187
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 325
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 110
MID (Multi-information Display) ............. 111
Mirrors ...................................................... 172
Adjusting ................................................ 172
Door ....................................................... 173
Exterior ................................................... 173
Interior Rearview ..................................... 172
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 438
Moonroof ................................................. 154
MP3 ................................................... 238, 248
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls ................................................... 111
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............. 111
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 434N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 538
O
Odometer................................................. 112
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 338
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 450
Adding ................................................... 452
Checking ................................................ 451
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 443
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 519
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 450
Viscosity.................................................. 450
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 219
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 448
Moonroof ............................................... 154
Power Windows...................................... 152
Tailgate................................................... 142
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 155
Outside Temperature Display ................. 113
Overheating ............................................. 517
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ......... 354
Pandora® .................................................. 246
Panic Mode ............................................... 151
Parking ..................................................... 425
Parking Brake ........................................... 412
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................................... 72, 521
Parking Sensor System ............................. 426
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Index
Setting the Clock...................................... 128
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) .................................................... 407
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution Monitor .. 115
Shift Button......................................... 18, 347
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 18, 347
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 37
Side Airbags ................................................ 50
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 52
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 235
Snow Tires ................................................. 477
Spare Tire .......................................... 493, 537
Spark Plugs ................................................ 536
Specifications ............................................ 536
Specified Fuel .................................... 435, 536
Speedometer ............................................. 110
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
SystemIndicator ............................................ 79, 521
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 358
Starting the Engine .................................. 340
Does Not Start ......................................... 512
Jump Starting .......................................... 515
Remote Engine Start ................................ 342
Steering Wheel ......................................... 171
Adjusting ................................................. 171
Heater ..................................................... 196
Stopping .................................................... 425
Summer Tires ............................................ 477
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 196 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® ).............................................. 407
Indicator.................................................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 155
Synchronized Mode ................................. 204
System Message Indicator .......................... 81
T
Tachometer............................................... 110
Tailgate ..................................................... 142
Unable to Open....................................... 533
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display ................... 113
Temperature Gauge ................................. 110
Temperature Sensor ......................... 113, 212
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 501
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 184
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 182
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 195
Time (Setting) ........................................... 128
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 408, 522
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 408
Indicator............................................ 79, 522
Tire Fill Assist ................................... 408, 522
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 500 Tires
.......................................................... 469
Air Pressure..................................... 470, 537
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 469
Inspection ............................................... 469
Labeling .................................................. 470
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 493, 500
Regulations ............................................. 472
Rotation.................................................. 476
Spare Tire ....................................... 493, 537
Summer .................................................. 477
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 501
Tire Chains.............................................. 477
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 500
Wear Indicators....................................... 474
Winter .................................................... 477
Tools ......................................................... 492
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 327
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 331
Load Limits ............................................. 327
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 337
Emergency .............................................. 531
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 408
Indicator ........................................... 79, 522
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 335
Transmission ....................................... 18, 347
Automatic......................................... 18, 347
Fluid ....................................................... 457
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 74, 349
Number .................................................. 538
Sequential Mode..................................... 353
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Index
TRIP Button.............................................. 112
Trip Meter ................................................ 113
Troubleshooting ...................................... 491
Blown Fuse ..................... 523, 526, 528, 529
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 24
Emergency Towing ................................. 531
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 512
Noise When Braking ................................. 25
Overheating ............................................ 517
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 493, 500
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 23, 140
Warning Indicators.................................... 72
Turn Signals .............................................. 158
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 79
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 115
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ............ 129
U
Under-floor Storage Area....................... 190
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 131
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 138
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 262
USB Port .................................................... 215
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 538Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®
).................. 402
Off Button ............................................... 403
Off Indicator .............................................. 78
System Indicator ................................ 78, 402
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 450, 537
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 402
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 92
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 519
Warning Labels ........................................... 69
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) ............................................... 543
Watts ......................................................... 536
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 474
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 497
Window Washers ...................................... 163
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 458
Switch ..................................................... 163
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 152
Windshield ................................................ 163
Cleaning .................................................. 488
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 207
Washer Fluid ........................................... 458
Wiper Blades ........................................... 465
Wipers and Washers ................................ 163
Winter Tires .............................................. 477
Snow Tires ............................................... 477
Tire Chains .............................................. 477 Wipers and Washers
................................. 163
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 164
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 465
Front ....................................................... 163
Rear ........................................................ 165
WMA ................................................. 238, 248
Worn Tires ................................................ 469
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