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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (inc luding some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that help
keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake light s, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics ma y result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshie ld. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any access ories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or si de pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 495
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the inst aller contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Acura parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, provin cial, territorial, and local regulations.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
1 Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Index
A
AAC.................................................... 218, 228
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 391
Accessories and Modifications ................. 460
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 159
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 76, 354
Additives Coolant ................................................... 427
Engine Oil ................................................ 422
Washer .................................................... 430
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 422
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 155
Front Seats .............................................. 148
Head Restraints........................................ 151
Mirrors .................................................... 146
Rear Seat ................................................. 154
Steering Wheel ........................................ 143
Temperature .............................................. 94
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 227
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 240
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 161
Changing the Mode ................................ 161
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 162
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 454
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 161
Sensors .................................................... 164
Synchronized Mode ................................. 163
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 161 Air Pressure
....................................... 443, 501
Airbags ........................................................ 35
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 41
After a Collision ........................................ 38
Airbag Care............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 38
Indicator.............................................. 45, 69
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 46
Sensors ..................................................... 35
Side Airbags .............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 44
AM/FM Radio .................................... 178, 206
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 391
Indicator.................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 155
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 170
Audio System ............................................ 166
Adjusting the Sound........................ 177, 204
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 167
Error Messages ........................................ 235
General Information ................................ 241
Internet Radio ......................................... 225
iPhone............................................. 225, 244
iPod ................................................ 183, 221
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 188, 218, 228
Pandora ®................................................. 186
Reactivating ............................................ 169
Recommended CDs ................................. 242
Recommended Devices............................ 244
Security Code .......................................... 169 Shortcuts ................................................ 195
Theft Protection ...................................... 169
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 167
USB Flash Drives...................................... 244
USB Port ................................................. 168
Audio/Information Screen ............... 172, 200
Authorized Manuals ................................ 509
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 121
Customize ...................................... 103, 257
Automatic Lighting .................................. 137
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 167
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 94
Average Speed ........................................... 95
B
Battery...................................................... 451
Charging System Indicator ................ 67, 491
Jump Starting ......................................... 485
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 451
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 452
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 28
Beverage Holders ..................................... 158
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 383
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 191, 231
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 269
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
Brake System ............................................ 389
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 391
Brake Assist System................................. 392
Fluid ....................................................... 430
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Indicators..................................................... 64
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 76, 354
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 69
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 78, 384
Brake System (Amber)................................ 65
Brake System (Red) .................................... 64
Charging System ............................... 67, 491
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 79, 80
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 74, 350
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 74, 349
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 27, 71
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 70, 493
Fog Light ................................................... 73
Gear Position ............................................. 66
High-Beam ................................................ 72
Immobilizer System .................................... 73
Keyless Access System ............................... 74
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 77, 375
Lights On ................................................... 73
Low Fuel .................................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 65, 491
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 71, 385, 387
Maintenance Minder ............................... 415
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 67, 492
Parking Brake and Brak e System ........ 64, 493
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 75
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 29, 68
Security System Alarm ............................... 74
Sequential mode...................................... 348
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 45, 69 System Message ........................................ 72
Transmission ............................................. 66
Turn Signal ................................................ 72
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 70, 381
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 70, 382
Information .............................................. 499
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 95
Instrument Panel ........................................ 63
Brightness Control................................... 142
Interface Dial ............................................ 193
Interior Lights ........................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
Internet Radio .................................. 186, 225
iPhone ............................................... 225, 244
iPod ................................................... 183, 221
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 478
Jump Starting ........................................... 485
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 112
Keyless Access System .............................. 113
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 116
Keys ........................................................... 110
Lockout Prevention.................................. 116
Number Tag ............................................ 112
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 120 Remote Transmitter ................................ 115
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 117, 340
Types and Functions................................ 110
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 344
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 373
Language (HFL) ................................ 270, 299
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53
Lights ................................................ 136, 431
Automatic............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 431
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 139
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 72
Interior.................................................... 156
Light Switches......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator.................................... 73
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Limitations for Manual Operation .......... 270
Load Limits ............................................... 335
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 110
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 121
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 120
From Inside ............................................. 118
From Outside .......................................... 113
Keys........................................................ 110
Using a Key............................................. 116
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 116
Low Battery Charge ................................. 491
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Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 68
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 112
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 65, 491
Lower Anchors ........................................... 53
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 335
M
Maintenance............................................ 411
Battery .................................................... 451
Brake Fluid .............................................. 430
Cleaning ................................................. 455
Climate Control System .......................... 454
Coolant .................................................. 427
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 415
Oil .......................................................... 423
Precautions ............................................. 412
Radiator .................................................. 428
Remote Transmitter ................................ 452
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 431
Safety ..................................................... 413
Service Items ........................................... 418
Tires........................................................ 442
Transmission Fluid ................................... 429
Under the Hood ...................................... 420
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 67, 492
Map Lights ................................................ 156
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 335
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 88 Mirrors
....................................................... 146
Adjusting ................................................. 146
Door........................................................ 147
Exterior .................................................... 147
Interior Rearview ..................................... 146
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 460
Moonroof .................................................. 132
MP3 ................................... 180, 188, 218, 228
Multi-Information Display ......................... 89
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 406
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 502
O
Odometer.................................................... 94
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 422
Adding .................................................... 424
Checking ................................................. 423
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 416
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 65, 491
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 422
Viscosity .................................................. 422
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 194
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 421
Moonroof................................................ 132
Power Windows ...................................... 129
Trunk ...................................................... 122 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 133
Outside Temperature ................................. 94
Adjusting .................................................. 94
Overheating .............................................. 489
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ... 16
Pandora ®........................................... 186, 226
Panic Mode ............................................... 128
Parking ...................................................... 402
Parking Brake ........................................... 389
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 493
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 46
Passing Indicators ..................................... 136
Power Windows ....................................... 129
Precautions While Driving ....................... 343
Rain ........................................................ 343
Pregnant Women ....................................... 33
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 463
R
Radiator.................................................... 428
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 178, 206
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 211
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 179, 208
Range .......................................................... 95
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 179, 208
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