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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 72Safety Labels P. 73
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 143 Security System P. 146 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 149
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 152 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 182 Climate Control System P. 200
Audio Error Messages P. 273General Information on the Audio System P. 277
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 324 AcuraLink ® P. 363
When Driving P. 378 Braking P. 450Parking Your Vehicle P. 466
Refueling P. 488 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 490
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 501 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 514
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 520 12-Volt Battery P. 529 Remote Transmitter Care P. 530
Cleaning P. 532 Accessories and Modifications P. 537
Power System Won’t Start P. 559 Jump Starting P. 562
Fuses P. 572 Emergency Towing P. 580 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 581
Refueling P. 583
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 589 Reporting Safety Defects P. 590
Authorized Manuals P. 595 Client Service Information P. 596
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 127
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 371
MaintenanceP. 491
Handling the UnexpectedP. 539
InformationP. 585
IndexP. 600
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 539)
Flat Tire (P 541, 553)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit, or replace
the flat tire with the compact spare tire
*1.
Indicators Come On
(P 567)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
Power System Won’t Start
(P 559)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P 572)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 565)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power sy stem and the engine
cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 580)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System Indicator
•All the gear positions may light for
several seconds, and go off.•When all the gear positions light,
immediately stop your vehicle in a safe
place.
• Indicators go off if there is no problem.
However, even if they go off, take your
vehicle to a dealer for inspection.
•The current gear position blinks if
the transmission system has a
problem.•Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts
and acceleration and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
• The current gear position or all the
gear positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
the vehicle is no longer able to run.•Immediately park your car in a safe place.
2 Emergency Towing P. 580
•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
•The current gear position or all the
gear positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and it
is not possible to select
(P.
•Depending on the circumstances, you can
set the power system to ON as an
emergency measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator
Blinks along with the Warning
Message P. 571
•While the vehicle is stopped, apply the
parking brake.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 580
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 540
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 541
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 553
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 559
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 560
Emergency Power System Off........... 561
Jump Starting .................................... 562
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 565 Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On .. 567
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 567
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 568
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 568
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On .............................. 569
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On............................................. 569
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 570 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 571
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 572
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 579
Emergency Towing ........................... 580
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 581
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 582
RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 583
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/
air hose on the compressor.
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 550
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 580
•36 psi (250 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check
the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Sealant/Air Hose
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
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 vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after you turn the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 378
1If 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. 580
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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 da mage 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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