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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 494
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 495Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 496
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 497
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 502Opening the Hood ........................... 503
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 504
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 505
Oil Check ......................................... 506
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 507
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 508Cooling System ................................ 510
Inverter Coolant ............................... 512
Transmission Fluid ............................ 513
Brake Fluid ....................................... 513
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 514
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 515
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 518Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 521
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 522
Tire Labeling .................................... 522
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 524
Wear Indicators ............................... 526
Tire Service Life ................................ 526
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 527
Tire Rotation .................................... 528
Winter Tires ..................................... 529
12-Volt Battery ................................. 530
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 531
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 532CleaningInterior Care .................................... 533
Exterior Care.................................... 535
Accessories and Modifications ........ 538
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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.
•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●Check expiration date for temporary tire repair kit
bottle (if equipped)
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●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#
*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 this condition, 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 this condition, 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
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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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Turning the power system on automaticall y starts the engine if the following
conditions are met:
• The SPORT mode is on.
2 SPORT Mode P. 395
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
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.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
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.
Drain Bolt
Washer
Oil Filter
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 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 th en 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.
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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
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator .................................................... 81
A
AAC.................................................... 245, 269
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 458
Accessories and Modifications ................. 538
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 190
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 397
AcuraLink .................................................. 365
AcuraWatch
TM..................................... 26, 398
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ............................ 90, 404
Additives
Coolant ........................................... 510, 512
Engine Oil ................................................ 505
Washer .................................................... 514
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 181
Front Seats .............................. 175, 178, 180
Head Restraints........................................ 178
Mirrors .................................................... 172
Steering Wheel ........................................ 171
Temperature ............................................ 116
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 443
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 268
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 278 Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 203
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 532
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 208
Sensors ................................................... 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Air Pressure ....................................... 522, 587
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
Airbag Care............................................... 59
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 52
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 57, 84
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 58
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 56
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 237
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 458
Indicator.................................................... 84
Armrest ..................................................... 181
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 215
Audio System ............................................ 212
Adjusting the Sound................................ 230
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 213 Error Messages ....................................... 274
General Information................................ 279
HDD ....................................................... 248
Internet Radio ......................................... 266
iPod ........................................................ 258
MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 245, 269
Reactivating ............................................ 214
Recommended CDs ................................ 280
Recommended Devices ........................... 282
Remote Controls ..................................... 215
Security Code ......................................... 214
Shortcuts ................................................ 218
Theft Protection ...................................... 214
USB Flash Drives...................................... 282
USB Port ................................................. 213
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 225
Authorized Manuals ................................ 595
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 142
Customize .............................................. 312
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 160
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 456
Indicator ........................................... 78, 456
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ........................................... 78, 456
Automatic Lighting .................................. 157
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 213
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 116
Average Speed ......................................... 117
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Index
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 510
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 511
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 510
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 85
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 85
Overheating............................................. 567
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 512
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ....... 386
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 474
Cup Holders ............................................... 189
Customized Features ................................ 297
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 159
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 564
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 207
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 589
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 156
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 506
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 155
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 129
Auto Door Locking .................................. 142
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 142
Door Open Message .................................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 129 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside ........................................ 18, 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ........................................... 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 137
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 524
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 52
Driving ...................................................... 373
Braking ................................................... 452
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 386
Shifting Gear ........................................... 387
Turning on the Power.............................. 380
Driving Position Memory System ............ 169
Dual Clutch Transmission
Creeping ................................................. 386
Fluid ........................................................ 513
Kickdown ................................................ 386
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 389
Shifting ................................................... 387
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 532
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 117
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 77
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator............................................ 77, 571
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 84, 571 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............ 441
Emergency ................................................ 581
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 591
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 588
Coolant .................................................. 510
Jump Starting ......................................... 564
Oil .......................................................... 505
Remote Engine Start ............................... 382
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 504
Engine Coolant ........................................ 510
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 511
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 510
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 85
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 85
Overheating ............................................ 567
Engine Oil ................................................. 505
Adding ................................................... 507
Checking ................................................ 506
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 498
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 569
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 505
e-pretensioners .......................................... 40
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 84
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 72
Expanded Rear Door Sunshades ............. 199
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 535
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
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Index
F
Features.................................................... 211
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 532
Oil .......................................................... 508
Flat Tire ............................................. 543, 555
Floor Mats ................................................ 534
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 513
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 513
Engine Coolant ....................................... 510
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 512
Windshield Washer ................................. 514
Foot Brake ................................................ 455
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 195
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ........ 196
Front Seats ................................ 175, 178, 180
Adjusting ................................ 175, 178, 180
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 402
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 490
Economy................................................. 492
Gauge .................................................... 112
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 83
Range ..................................................... 117
Recommendation............................ 490, 586
Refueling ................................................ 490
Fuel Economy ........................................... 492
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 491 Fuses
.......................................................... 574
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 580
Locations ................................. 574, 577, 579
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 492
Gauge ..................................................... 112
Information ............................................. 490
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 117
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Refueling ................................................. 490
Gauges ...................................................... 112
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 81, 389
Gear Shift Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 387
Glass (care) ........................................ 533, 536
Glove Box .................................................. 184
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 541
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 326
Auto Answer ........................................... 340
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 342
Automatic Transferring ............................ 340
Displaying Messages ................................ 360
Editing User Name ................................... 339
HFL Buttons ............................................. 326 HFL Menus .............................................. 328
HFL Status Display ................................... 327
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 327
Making a Call .......................................... 351
Options During a Call .............................. 357
Phone Setup............................................ 332
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 346
Receiving a Call ....................................... 356
Receiving a Text/E-m
ail Message.............. 358
Ring Tone................................................ 341
Roadside Assistance ................................ 364
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 359
Speed Dial ............................................... 343
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 338
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option................................................... 337
Use Contact Photo .................................. 341
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 248
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 178
Headlight Washers ................................... 165
Headlights ................................................. 156
Aiming .................................................... 515
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 160
Automatic Operation............................... 157
Dimming ................................................. 156
Operating................................................ 156
Head-Up Display ....................................... 119
Brightness Control................................... 167
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 194
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 195, 196, 197
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