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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change to
(N when you turn the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position on the instrument panel and the indicator
on the
(N button is light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 239
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you adjust tire pressure up or
down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and the exterior lights flash rapidly for five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 427
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
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.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 432
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number ..................... 434
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 435
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 436Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 437
Warranty Coverages ........................ 438
Authorized Manuals ......................... 440
Client Service Information ............... 441
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■ Twin Motor Unit Fluid
■ Engine Oil
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
SpecifiedAcura ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 L)
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
■
Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity2.03 US gal (7.68 L)
(change including the remaining 0.22 US gal
(0.82 L) in the reserve tank)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.44 US gal (1.67 L)
(change including the remaining 0.108 US gal
(0.409 L) in the expansion tank)
■ Tire
RegularSize245/50R20 102HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare
*
Size T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular20 x 8JCompact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
Motor Number, and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (V IN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number, motor number, and
transmission number are shown as follows:
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor
Number, and Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Number
Certification Label/Vehicle Identification Number
Dual Clutch Transmission
Number
Motor Number
Motor Number
Motor Number
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Information
Client Service Information
Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals who should be able to deal
with any problems you may encounter with your vehicle. If, however, you are faced
with a problem that they cannot resolve to your satisf action, contact Acura Client
Relations/Services.
U.S. Owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Acura Client Relations
Mail Stop 500-2N-7E
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: 1 (800) 382-2238 Canadian Owners
Honda Canada Inc.
Acura Client Services
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: [email protected]
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-75461 Client Service Information
When you call or write, pl ease give us the following
information:
•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number P. 434
•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle
•Your name, address, and telephone number
•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Index
Indicator ..................................... 78, 79, 414
Parking Brake.......................................... 299
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 79
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 78, 414
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 179
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 291
Bulb Replacement .................................... 352
Back-Up Light ......................................... 355
Brake Light and Rear Tu rn Signal Light .... 353
Fog Lights ............................................... 352
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 352
Headlights .............................................. 352
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 356
Puddle Lights .......................................... 356
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 356
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 352
Taillights ................................................. 355
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights ............. 354
Bulb Specifications ................................... 432
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 251
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 231, 233
Center Pocket ........................................... 205
Certification Label ................................... 434 Changing Bulbs
......................................... 352
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 412
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 149
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................. 74
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 68
Larger Children .......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 149
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 377
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 375
Client Service Information ....................... 441
Climate Control System ............................ 214
Changing the Mode ................................ 217
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 221
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 374
Rear Climate Control System ................... 222
Sensors .................................................... 226
Synchronized Mode ................................. 218
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Clock .......................................................... 136
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 307
Coat Hook ................................................. 210 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 307
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 385, 433
Console Compartment ............................. 204
Controls ..................................................... 135
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 347
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 348
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 347
Overheating ............................................ 409
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 246
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 322
Cup Holders .............................................. 206
Customized Features ................................ 125
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 171
Dead Battery ............................................. 407
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 221
Detachable Anchor .................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 435
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 168
Rearview Mirror....................................... 184
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 343
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 167
Door Mirrors ............................................. 185
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Index
Doors......................................................... 137
Auto Door Locking .................................. 150
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 150
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 18, 147
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .................................................. 139
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 145
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 364
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 52
Driving ....................................................... 229
Braking .................................................... 299
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 246
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 237
Shifting Gear ........................................... 247
Turning on the Power .............................. 239
Driving Position Memory System ............. 181
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 246
Creeping ................................................. 246
Fluid ........................................................ 350
Kickdown ................................................ 246
Operating the Shift Button................. 21, 249
Shifting.................................................... 247
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 374
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 256
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 122 Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 80
Switch ..................................................... 299
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 287
Emergency ................................................ 427
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 437
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 434
Coolant ................................................... 347
Jump Starting .......................................... 407
Oil ........................................................... 342
Remote Engine Start................................ 241
Starting ................................................... 239
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 341
Engine Coolant ......................................... 347
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 348
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 347
Overheating ............................................ 409
Engine Oil ................................................. 342
Adding .................................................... 344
Checking................................................. 343
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 335
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 412
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 342
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 89, 414
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 377
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 185
F
Features.................................................... 227
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 374
Oil .......................................................... 345
Flat Tire ............................................. 385, 392
Floor Mats ................................................ 376
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 351
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 350
Engine Coolant ....................................... 347
Windshield Washer ................................. 351
Fog Lights ................................................. 171
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 192
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 198
Foot Brake ................................................ 302
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 187
Adjusting ................................................ 187
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 257
Fuel ..................................................... 23, 327
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 330
Gauge .................................................... 117
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 122
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 122
Recommendation.................................... 327
Refueling ................................................ 327
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 330
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................ 23
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