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Driving
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
MID.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicl e with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 332
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..333
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...334Maintenance MinderTM..................... 335
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 339
Opening the Hood ........................... 340
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 341
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 342
Oil Check ......................................... 343
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 344
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...345 Cooling System ................................ 347
Transmission Fluid ............................ 350
Brake Fluid ....................................... 351
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 351
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 352Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 357Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 361
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 362
Tire Labeling .................................... 362
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 364Wear Indicators................................ 366
Tire Service Life ................................ 366 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 367
Tire Rotation .................................... 368
Winter Tires ..................................... 369
12-Volt Battery ................................. 370
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 371
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 372Climate Control System Maintenance.. 374Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 375
Exterior Care.................................... 377
Accessories and Modifications ........ 380
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•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.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance 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).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit
bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, boots, and
drain plug
●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
at 30,000 miles (48,000 km), then every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires twin motor unit fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the twin motor
unit fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace twin motor unit fluid*6
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Acura Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.
• Genuine Acura Motor Oil
• Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.1 Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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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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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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Index
Door ....................................................... 185
Exterior ................................................... 185
Interior Rearview ..................................... 184
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 380
Moonroof ................................................. 163
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls .................................................. 119
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............ 119
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 326
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 434
O
Odometer................................................. 120
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 237
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 342
Adding ................................................... 344
Checking ................................................ 343
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 335
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 412
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 342
Viscosity.................................................. 342
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 340
Moonroof ............................................... 163
Power Windows...................................... 161
Tailgate................................................... 151 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 164
Outside Temperature Display .................. 121
Overheating .............................................. 409
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 254
Panic Mode ............................................... 160
Parking ...................................................... 316
Parking Brake ........................................... 299
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 78, 414
Parking Sensor System ............................. 318
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 168
POWER Button .......................................... 164
Power Tailgate .......................................... 153
Power Windows ........................................ 161
Precautions While Driving ....................... 245
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle .................................................. 245
Rain ......................................................... 245
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 385, 392
R
Radiator.................................................... 348
Range ........................................................ 122
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 437Rear Climate Control System
................... 222
From the Front Panel ............................... 222
From the Rear Panel ................................ 225
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 180
Rear Seats ................................................. 198
Second Row Seat ............................ 191, 192
Third Row Seat ........................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 184
Refueling .................................................. 327
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .......................................... 327, 432
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative
Braking ...................................................... 12
Regulations ............................... 296, 364, 435
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 241
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 146
Remote Transmitter ................................. 144
Replacement Battery .................................... 371, 372, 373
Bulbs ....................................................... 352
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 357
Fuses ............................... 418, 421, 424, 425
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 359
Tires ........................................................ 367
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 436
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 121
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 185
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 119, 125
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