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Continued
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the power
system or driveline, or caus e electrical component failure.
■In Rain1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not select a shift button while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the under spoiler:
•Parking the vehicle by a parking block•Parallel parking along the road shoulder
•Driving toward the bottom of a hill
•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
•Driving on a road with potholes.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the power system will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 460
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 461Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 462
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 463
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 468Opening the Hood ........................... 469
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 470
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 471
Oil Check ......................................... 472
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 473
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 474
Cooling System ................................ 476
Inverter Coolant ............................... 478
Transmission Fluid ............................ 478
Brake Fluid ....................................... 479
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 479
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 480
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 485
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 488
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 489Tire Labeling .................................... 489DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 491
Wear Indicators ............................... 493
Tire Service Life ................................ 493
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 494
Tire Rotation .................................... 495
Winter Tires ..................................... 496
12-Volt Battery ................................. 497
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 498
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 500CleaningInterior Care .................................... 501
Exterior Care.................................... 503
Accessories and Modifications ........ 506
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
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 Message
System Message
Indicator
Main Item Sub Items
*1: If a 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.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●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#
●Check expiration informat ion for Temporary Tire
Repair Kit bottle
*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).
*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 differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential
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
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
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 510
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 511
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 523
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 529
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 530
Emergency Power System Off........... 531
Jump Starting .................................... 532
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 535 Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ...... 537
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 537
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 538
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 538
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On .............................. 539
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On............................................. 539
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 540 If the Transmission I
ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 541
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 542
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 547
Emergency Towing ........................... 548
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 549
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ..... 550
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 551
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■ Twin Motor Unit Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
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)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity2.1 US gal (7.9 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.32 US gal (1.23 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.03 US gal (0.11 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize245/40R19 98WPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Compact
Spare*1
SizeT155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8JCompact Spare*117 x 4T
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Index
Console Compartment............................. 187
Controls ..................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 476
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 477
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 476
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 83
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 83
Overheating............................................. 535
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 478
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ....... 370
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 440
Cup Holders ............................................... 189
Customized Features ........................ 113, 283
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 162
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 532
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 207
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 557
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 159
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 472
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 158
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 133
Auto Door Locking .................................. 145
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 145
Door Open Message .................................. 35 Keys ........................................................ 133
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 18, 142
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 136
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 140
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 491
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Driving ...................................................... 357
Braking ................................................... 419
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 370
Shifting Gear ........................................... 371
Turning on the Power.............................. 364
Driving Position Memory System ............ 169
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 370
Creeping ................................................. 370
Fluid ........................................................ 478
Kickdown ................................................ 370
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 373
Shifting ................................................... 371
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 500
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 111
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 75
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 75, 539
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 82, 539 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............ 408
Emergency ................................................ 548
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 559
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 556
Coolant .................................................. 476
Jump Starting ......................................... 532
Oil .......................................................... 471
Remote Engine Start ............................... 366
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 470
Engine Coolant ........................................ 476
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 477
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 476
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 83
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 83
Overheating ............................................ 535
Engine Oil ................................................. 471
Adding ................................................... 473
Checking ................................................ 472
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 464
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 537
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 471
e-pretensioners .......................................... 38
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 82
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 70
Expanded Rear Door Sunshades ............. 199
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 174
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 503
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
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Index
F
Features.................................................... 211
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 500
Oil .......................................................... 474
Flat Tire ............................................. 511, 523
Floor Mats ................................................ 502
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 479
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 478
Engine Coolant ....................................... 476
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 478
Windshield Washer ................................. 479
Foot Brake ................................................ 421
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 195
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ........ 196
Front Seats ................................ 175, 178, 180
Adjusting ................................ 175, 178, 180
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 381
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 455
Economy................................................. 457
Gauge .................................................... 106
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 111
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 81
Range ..................................................... 111
Recommendation............................ 455, 554
Refueling ................................................ 455
Fuel Economy ........................................... 457
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 456 Fuses
.......................................................... 542
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 547
Locations ................................. 542, 544, 546
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 457
Gauge ..................................................... 106
Information ............................................. 455
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 111
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Refueling ................................................. 455
Gauges ...................................................... 106
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 373
Gear Shift Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 371
Glass (care) ........................................ 501, 504
Glove Box .................................................. 184
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 509
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 310
Auto Answer ........................................... 325
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 327
Automatic Transferring ............................ 325
Displaying Messages ................................ 344
Editing User Name ................................... 324
HFL Buttons ............................................. 310 HFL Menus .............................................. 312
HFL Status Display ................................... 311
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 311
Making a Call .......................................... 335
Options During a Call .............................. 341
Phone Setup............................................ 316
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 331
Receiving a Call ....................................... 340
Receiving a Text/E-m
ail Message.............. 342
Ring Tone................................................ 326
Roadside Assistance ................................ 348
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 343
Speed Dial ............................................... 328
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 323
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option................................................... 321
Use Contact Photo .................................. 326
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 248
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 178
Headlight Washers ................................... 165
Headlights ................................................. 159
Aiming .................................................... 480
Automatic Operation............................... 160
Dimming ......................................... 159, 162
Operating................................................ 159
Head-Up Display ....................................... 123
Brightness Control................................... 167
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 194
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 195, 196, 197
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 310
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Index
High Beam Indicator................................... 85
High Voltage Battery ................................ 418
Hill Start Assist System .............................. 368
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 308
Hybrid Vehicle
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®) ............ 9
I
Identification Numbers
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............. 556
Vehicle Identification ............................... 556
Illumination Control Buttons............................................ 166, 167
Immobilizer System .................................. 149
Indicator .................................................... 85
Indicators ..................................................... 74
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 79, 537
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ........................... 88, 383
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 82
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 76, 422
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 76, 422
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 90, 413
Brake System (Amber)................................ 77
Brake System (Red) ............................ 74, 538
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 90, 91
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 35
Electric Parking Brake................................. 75 Electric Parking Brake System ............ 75, 539
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 82, 539
Fog Light ................................................... 85
Gear Position............................................. 80
High Beam ................................................ 85
High Temperature ..................................... 83
Immobilizer System ................................... 85
Keyless Access System ............................... 86
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 89, 403
Lights On .................................................. 85
Low Fuel ................................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 74, 537
Low Temperature ...................................... 83
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 84, 414, 416
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 79, 538
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 78
READY ...................................................... 78
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 87
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 37, 81
Security System Alarm ............................... 86
SPORT Mode ..................................... 86, 378
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 82
System Message ........................................ 84
Transmission ............................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 83, 408
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 83, 409
Information .............................................. 553
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 111 Instrument Panel
........................................ 73
Brightness Control .................................. 166
Interface Dial ............................................ 216
Interior Lights ........................................... 182
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 172
Inverter Coolant ....................................... 478
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 526
Jump Starting ........................................... 532
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 135
Keyless Access System .............................. 136
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 140
Keys ........................................................... 133
Lockout Prevention ................................. 140
Number Tag............................................ 135
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 144
Remote Transmitter ................................ 138
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 141, 366
Types and Functions................................ 133
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 370
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 401
Language (HFL) ........................................ 311
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 63
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