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How to Refuel
1. The fuel fill door is located at the left rear of the
vehicle. Park next to the service pump that is
most accessible.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Pull the fuel fill door release handle near the
parking brake. The fuel fill door opens.
4. Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to open. Place the
fuel fill cap in the holder.
5. Insert the filler nozzle fully. When the tank is full,
the fuel nozzle clicks off automatically.
6. Replace the fuel fill cap. Tighten it until you hear
at least one click. Close the fuel fill door.
Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performance and
safety of your vehicle.
Fuel Information
Use of unleaded gasoline of 91 octane or higher is recommended.
•  Acura recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
•  Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
•  Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
•  Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
Gasoline is highly  flammable and explosive.  You can be burned or seriously 
injured when handling fuel.
•  Stop  the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and  flame away.
•  Handle fuel only outdoors.
•  Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
Pull
Cap
Holder
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good
performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend
the use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel
additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
NOTICE Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Keyless Access
Remote Battery Strength
If the battery life in your keyless access remote is weak, a message appears in the
multi-information display (MID) with information on how to start the engine.
1. Touch the back of the keyless access remote to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator
is flashing.
2. With the brake pedal pressed, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button within 10 seconds.
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Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Park (P).
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless access
remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around  the tip of a small  flat-tip 
screwdriver to remove the cover of the shift lock
release slot. Put  the tip of the  flat-tip screwdriver 
into the slot and remove it as shown in the image.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into
Neutral. The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Slot
Cover
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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle’s
battery (+) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper cable
to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt
booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster
battery (-) terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable
to the engine hanger as shown. Do not connect
this jumper cable to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns over slowly, make sure the
jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
Booster battery
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.
WARNING
After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the assisting vehicle’s (-)
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the assisting vehicle’s (+)
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power,
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheating.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning
lights.
2. If no steam or spray is present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine
and wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the
temperature gauge needle comes down. If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
4. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then 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.
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature
gauge. If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may
damage the engine.
NOTICE
Reserve tank MAX
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Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, choose one of
the following operations:
•  Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for
two seconds, OR
•  Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button two
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to ACCESSORY, unless
the shift lever is in Park (P), in which case the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Because turning off the engine also disables the power assist the engine provides to
the steering and braking systems, it will require significantly more physical effort
and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Downshift gears and use both feet on the
brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
All models
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
2WD models
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the
engine to be switched off.
NOTICE
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving.
If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on and a message appears on the multi-information display. Press
the Info button on the steering wheel to view the tire pressure monitor to see
pressure readings for each tire (see page 28).
Driving  on an extremely underinflated  tire can cause it to overheat.  An 
overheated  tire can fail. Always inflate  your tires to the specified pressure.
NOTICE
What to Do
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the pressure
to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on the driver’s
doorjamb.
The specific tire
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Replacing the Flat Tire
1. Remove  the wheel nuts and  flat tire.
2. Mount the compact spare tire. Replace the wheel
nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten
the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the
image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to
three times in this order. Do not overtighten the
wheel nuts.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
appears. The indicator stays on until a regular tire is installed.
Storing the Flat Tire
1. Remove  the center cap and place  the flat  tire 
face up in the spare tire well.
2. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt for
the spare tire, and insert the wing bolt for the
regular  tire back  on the bolt.  Secure the flat  tire 
with the wing bolt.
3. Securely store the jack and wheel nut wrench back in the tool case. Store the
case in the cargo area.
Loose items can  fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure  the 
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
Wing
bolt
Spacer
cone For normal tire
For compact spare tire
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off and check to see if any
applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the
fuse by the fuse number and box cover number.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box Located near  the brake fluid reservoir. Push  the tabs  to open  the box.
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70APower Tailgate Motor(40 A)ABS/VSA FS R20AABS/VSA Moto r40AE-DPS(30A )Main Fuse120A
2
50 A
Fuse Box Main 160AFuse Box Main 260A
IG Main 50A
Headlight Washer(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor30A
Rear Defogger 40A
Main Fan Moto
r30A
Headlight Main 30A
Blowe
r40A
3
ST CUT140 AIG MAIN130ASUB FUSE MAIN(40 A)IG MAIN230A
4R ear Seat Heaters (20A )
5 STR Diagnosis Fus e7.5A
6A UDIO (ODMD) (15A)
7
8
9
10
11 Oil Level 7.5A
12 Fog Lights
*(20A )
13 Power Tailgate Closer (20A )
14 Hazard 10A
15 IGP2 15A
16 IG Coil 15A
17 Stop 10A
18 Horn1 0A
19 ACM 20A
20 Right Headlight Low Bea m15A
21 MG Clutch 7.5A
22 DBW1 5A
23 Left Headlight Low Beam 15A
24 DRL (10A )
25 FI Main 15A
26 Trailer (20A )
27 Small 20A
28 Interior Lights 7.5A
29 Back Up 10A
Circuit Protecte
dAmps
*
*
*
Circuit Protected Amps
1 EPS
70A
Power Tailgate Motor (40A)
ABS/VSA FS R 20A
ABS/VSA Moto r40A
E-DPS (30A)
Main Fuse 120A
2
50A
Fuse Box Main 160A
Fuse Box Main 260A
IG Main 50A
Headlight Washer (30A)
Sub Fan Moto r30A
Rear Defogger 40A
Main Fan Moto r30A
Headlight Main 30A
Blowe r4 0A
3 ST CUT1
40A
IG MAIN1 30A
SUB FUSE MAIN (40A)
IG MAIN2 30A
4R ear Seat Heaters (20A )5STR Diagnosis Fus e7.5A
6A UDIO (ODMD) (15A)
7
8
9
1011Oil Level7.5A
12 Fog Lights*(20A )13Power Tailgate Closer(20A )
14 Hazard 10A
15IGP215A
16 IG Coil 15A
17Stop10 A
18 Horn10A19ACM20A
20 Right Headlight Low Bea m15A
21MG Clutch7.5A
22 DBW15A23Left Headlight Low Beam15A
24 DRL (10A )
25FI Main15A
26 Trailer (20A )
27Small20A
28 Interior Lights 7.5A
29Back Up10A
Circuit Protecte dAmps
*
*
*
*if equipped
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Interior Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard. Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the vehicle off, including the headlights and
accessories.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screws and replace
the fuse with a new one. Reinstall the screws.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it with the
fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
Blown fuse
Combined
fuse
Fuse puller
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances
of damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
Circuit ProtectedAmps12ACG15 A3ODS7.5A4Fuel Pump15A5Meter7.5A6Rear Wiper10 A7VB SOL10A
8Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
9Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock )15A
10 Power Lumbar 7.5A
11Moonroof20A
12 Accessory Power Socket

(Center Console )20
A
13Washer Main15A
14 Seat Heaters 20A
15Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock)10A
16 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding2 0A
17Driver’s Power Seat Reclinin g20A
18Passenger’s Power Seat Slidin g20A
19ACC7.5A
20 ACC Key Lock 7.5A
21Daytime Running Lights7.5A
22 A/C 7.5A
23 Option 10A
24 ABS/VSA7 .5A
25 IDAS (10A )
26 Audio Amp 20
A
*1
30 A*2
27 Accessory Power Socket

(Front) 20
A
28
29 SRS 10A
Circuit Protected
Amps
*1: Models without navigation system
*2: Models with navigation system
30
Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10
A
31 Smart 10A
32 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock) 15
A
33 Rear Left Sid
e
Door Lock Motor (Lock) 15
A
34 Small Lights 7.5A
35 Illumination 7.5A
36 Rear Wiper Main 10A
37 Passenger’s Power Seat

Reclining 20
A
38 Left Headlight High Beam 10A
39 Right Headlight High Beam 10A
40
41 Door Lock 20A
42 Driver’s Power Window 20A
43 Rear Right Side Power
Window 20
A
44 Front Right Side Power
Window 20
A
45 Rear Left Side Power
Window 20
A
46 Wiper3 0A
Circuit Protected Amps
1
2 ACG 15A
3 ODS 7.5A
4 Fuel Pump 15A
5 Meter 7.5A
6 Rear Wiper 10A
7 VB SOL 10A
8 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock) 15
A
9 Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock )15
A
10 Power Lumbar 7.5A
11 Moonroof 20A
12 Accessory Power Socket

(Center Console )20
A
13 Washer Main 15A
14 Seat Heaters 20A
15 Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock) 10
A
16 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding2 0A
17
Driver’s Power Seat Reclinin g20A
18Passenger’s Power Seat Slidin g20A
19 ACC 7.5A
20 ACC Key Lock 7.5A
21 Daytime Running Light s7.5A
22 A/C 7.5A
23Option10 A
24 ABS/VSA7.5A25IDAS(10A )
26 Audio Amp 20
A*1
30 A*2
27Accessory Power Socket
(Front)20 A
28
29SRS10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1: Models without navigation system*2: Models with navigation system
30
Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10
A
31Smar t10A
32 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock) 15
A
33Rear Left Sid e
Door Lock Motor (Lock)15 A
34 Small Lights 7.5A
35Illumination7.5A
36 Rear Wiper Main 10A
37Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclining20 A
38 Left Headlight High Beam 10A
39Right Headlight High Beam10A
4041Door Lock20 A
42 Driver’s Power Window 20A
43Rear Right Side Power
Window20A
44 Front Right Side Power
Window 20
A
45Rear Left Side Power
Window20A
46 Wipe
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Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as
well as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however,
we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing
maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
•  To reduce  the possibility  of fire  or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and  flames 
away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
•  Never leave rags,  towels, or other  flammable  objects under  the hood.
•  To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
•  Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
•  Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can
accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
•  The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking
brake set and the engine off.
•  Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
•  Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
MAINTENANCE
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before
driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can
cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
Maintenance Minder™
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and the
Maintenance Minder appears on the multi-information display every time you
turn the vehicle on. Press the Info (p/q) buttons on the steering wheel to change
displays.
See page 128 to check the indicated maintenance service(s).
•  Independent  of the Maintenance Minder information, replace  the brake fluid 
every 3 years.
•  Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts
that are certified to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
System
message
indicator Main
item
Sub item
Maintenance Minder
Main item Sub item
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color display
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Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1:If the message SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#:See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
COD EMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oil*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake ad justment
Check expiration date for temporary tire repair kit bottle
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension component s
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uids
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*3:If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of s\
oot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).*4:Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towin\
g results in higher
transmission and transfer temperatures. This requires transmission and t\
ransfer uid changes more
frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under
these conditions, have the transmission uid changed at 60,000 miles \
(100,000 km), then ever y
30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F/43 °C), in very low temperatures
(under -20 °F/-29 °C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 mi\
les (100,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Item s
1
Rotate tire s
2Replace air cleaner elemen t*2
Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission uid*4
4Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant
6Replace rear differential uid*
(if equipped )
Under the Hood
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left
corner of the dashboard.
3. Slide the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
4. Lift the hood up most of the way. The hydraulic
supports will lift it up the rest of the way and
hold it up.
When closing, lower it to approximately 12
inches (30 cm), then press down firmly with your
hands.
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp
Engine oil fill cap Brake 
fluid 
(black cap)
Automatic
transmission
fluid  dipstick 
(yellow loop)
Washer 
fluid 
(blue cap) Battery
Engine coolant
reserve tank
Radiator cap
Engine oil dipstick
(orange loop)
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the
wipers, and may damage the hood or the wipers.
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Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after
turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper
towel.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It
should be between the upper and lower marks.
Add oil if necessary.
Recommended Engine Oil
•  Genuine Acura Motor Oil
•  Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s
latest requirements.
Use Genuine Acura Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the
ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is of the specified viscosity grade.
Upper mark
Lower mark
Ambient temperature
Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it
securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine
oil dipstick.
Engine oil
fill cap
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the
engine oil life. Use the Info (p/q) and SEL/RESET buttons on the steering wheel
to make selections in the multi-information display.
1. Scroll to Vehicle Settings, and select it.
2. Scroll to Maintenance Info, and select it. The oil life
reset mode is displayed.
3. Select Reset. The maintenance items disappear, and
the engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the
system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overfilling the engine oil can
result in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE