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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Descri
ption Selectable Settings
Vehicle
SettingsDoor
Auto Door LockChanges the setting for when the doors
automatically lock.With Vehicle
Speed*1/Shift from P/
Off
Auto Door UnlockChanges the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically.
All Doors When
Driver’s Door
Opens
*1/ All Doors
When Shifted to
Park /All Doors When
Ignition Switched
Off /Off
Key And Remote Unlock
ModeSets up either the driver’s door or all doors to
unlock on the first push of the remote or built-in
key.Driver Door*1/ All
Doors
Keyless Lock Answer BackLOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds.On*1/ Off
Security Relock Timer
Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock
and the security system to set after you unlock
the vehicle without opening any door.90seconds/
60seconds/
30seconds
*1
Auto Folding Door Mirror*Changes how you can fold the door mirrors.
Auto Fold With
Keyless*1/Manual
Only
* Not available on all models
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Features*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings
Dynamic
ModePreferred Dynamic ModeChanges the dynamic mode setting for when you
set the power mode to ON.Last Used*1/
Econ /
Normal /Sport
Wireless
Charger*Wireless ChargingTurns the wireless charging feature on and off.On*1/Off
Mainte-
nance
Info.
Maintenance ResetResets the engine oil life display when you have
performed the maintenance service.—
* Not available on all models
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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
Features
HFL Menus
The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON to use HFL.
■Bluetooth/Phone Settings screen
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select Bluetooth/Phone
Settings , then press .
1HFL Menus
To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth-
compatible cell phone to th e system while the vehicle
is parked.
Some functions are limited while driving. A message
appears on the screen when the vehicle is moving
and the operation is canceled.
Bluetooth
Replace This Device
Turns the Bluetooth ® on and off.Bluetooth

Edit PIN Create a security PIN for a paired phone.
Replace a previously paired phone with a
new phone.
Delete This DeviceDelete a previously paired phone.


Add Bluetooth DevicePair a phone to the system.
Connect to AudioConnect a phone to use the Bluetooth ®
audio and smartphone function.
Connect to PhoneConnect a phone to use the HFL.
Disconnect Disconnect a paired phone from the
system.
Connect Both Connect the device to use the all
functions of Bluetooth® connection.
Cancel/Reset all customized items in the
Bluetooth/Phone Settings group as default.
Default
(Existing
entry list)
Changes a pairing code.Edit Pairing Code
Bluetooth
Device List
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Features
Compass*
When you set the power mode to ON, the compass self-calibrates, and the compass
display appears.
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. On the top screen of any source, press and hold for five seconds.
u The display switches to the Compass Settings screen.
3. Rotate to select Calibration, then press .
4. When the display changes to Calibration Start, press .
5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.
u The compass starts to show a dire ction after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.
1 Compass*
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:
•Driving near power lines or stations•Crossing a bridge
•Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance
•When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets
1 Compass Calibration
Calibrate the compass in an open area.
While setting the compass, press the BACK button to
cancel the setting mode a nd return to the previous
screen.
Models with navigation self -calibrate using GPS. The
compass in the multi-information display and the
direction arrow on the ma p screen (when Heading-
Up view selected) may not be in sync when first
starting the vehicle, but should correct themselves as
you drive.
If the compass in the multi-information display
continues to indicate an in correct direction, please
see your Acura dealer.
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
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uuCompass*uCompass Zone Selection
Features
Compass Zone Selection
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. On the top screen of any source, press and hold for five seconds.
u The display switches to the Compass Settings screen.
3. Rotate to select Zone Adjust, then press .
u The display shows the current zone number the system is set to.
4. To change the zone, rotate to select the zone number of your area (See Zone
Map), then press .
2
3
4 5678910
111213
14
15Zone Map
Guam Island: Zone 8
Puerto Rico: Zone 11
1 Compass Zone Selection
The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magneti c north and true north.
If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration
is completed.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 356
Towing a Trailer ................................ 361
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 362
Precautions While Driving................. 369
Automatic Transmission
*................. 370
Dual Clutch Transmission*............... 370
Shifting ............................................ 371
Shifting ............................................ 378
Auto Idle Stop
*................................ 382
Integrated Dynamics System............. 387
Models with electronic gear selector
Models with shift lever
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 388
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ......................... 390
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System ... 404Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 409Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 417
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 419
Precision All-Wheel SteerTM (P-AWS ®)
System*......................................... 419
Blind spot inform ation (BSI) System*.... 420
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-
AWD® )*......................................... 423 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist.......................... 424
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Expl anation ........... 426
Braking .............................................. 428
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 445
Multi-View Rear Camera
*................ 456
Surround View Camera System*..... 458
Refueling ........................................... 459
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 462
* Not available on all models
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.Models with electronic gear selector
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1. Make sure the parkin g brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2. Check that the transmission is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in (P.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1 Starting the Engine
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
access remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 538
The engine may not start if the keyless access remote
is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not star t, set the power mode to
OFF and wait at least 30 se conds before trying again.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 152Models with shift lever
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
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