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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Re gularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, pr omptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lo se their luster or appear burn ished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 592
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Acura parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, prov ince, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Acura has appr oved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 235, 260
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 494
Accessories and Modifications ................. 553
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 169
AcuraLink .................................................. 410
AcuraWatch
TM..................................... 20, 446
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 76, 459
Additives Coolant ................................................... 523
Engine Oil ................................................ 518
Washer .................................................... 526
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 518
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 163
Front Seats .............................................. 154
Head Restraints........................................ 158
Mirrors .................................................... 152
Rear Seat ................................................. 162
Steering Wheel ........................................ 149
Temperature .............................................. 92
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 546
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Synchronization Mode ............................. 173
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171 Air Pressure
....................................... 535, 599
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 42
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio .................................... 190, 221
Android Auto ........................................... 270
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 494
Indicator.................................................... 71
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 266
Armrest ..................................................... 163
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 181
Audio System ............................................ 176
Adjusting the Sound........................ 188, 216
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 179
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................ 204, 263
CD .................................................. 192, 235
Display Setup .................................. 189, 217
Error Messages ........................................ 275
General Information ................................ 286
HDD ........................................................ 238
iPhone............................................. 258, 289
iPod ................................................ 195, 251
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 201, 235, 260 Pandora
®...................................... 198, 258
Reactivating ............................................ 180
Recommended CDs ................................ 287
Recommended Devices ........................... 289
Security Code ......................................... 180
Siri Eyes Free ........................................... 265
SiriusXM ® Radio ...................................... 224
Song By VoiceTM (SBV) ............................. 254
Theft Protection ...................................... 180
USB Adapter Cable ................................. 177
USB Flash Drives...................... 201, 260, 289
USB Port ................................................. 178
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 184
Authorized Manuals ................................ 607
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 123
Customize ...................................... 101, 323
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 143
Automatic Lighting .................................. 140
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 179
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 92
Average Speed ........................................... 93
B
Battery...................................................... 543
Charging System Indicator ................ 70, 588
Jump Starting ......................................... 582
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 543
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 544
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 168
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Index
Blind spot information System................ 439
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 204, 263
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 339, 368
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 64
Brake System ............................................ 492
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 494
Brake Assist System................................. 495
Fluid ....................................................... 526
Foot Brake .............................................. 493
Indicator ........................................... 68, 590
Parking Brake.......................................... 492
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 148
Built-in Key ............................................... 109
Bulb Replacement .................................... 527
Back-Up Light ......................................... 530
Fog Lights ............................................... 527
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 527
Headlights .............................................. 527
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 531
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 531
Rear Turn Signal Light ............................. 528
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 528
Bulb Specifications ................................... 598
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 65 Carrying Cargo
.................................. 421, 423
CD Player ........................................... 192, 235
Center Pocket ........................................... 167
Certification Label .................................... 600
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 527
Charging System Indicator ................. 70, 588
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 122
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 64
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children .......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 122
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 550
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 547
Client Service Information ....................... 608
Climate Control System ............................ 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 546
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171
Clock .......................................................... 106 CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 449
Coat Hook ................................................. 169
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 449
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 572, 599
Compass ...................................................... 93
Console Compartment ............................. 166
Controls ..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 523
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 524
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 523
Overheating ............................................ 586
Creeping ................................................... 432
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 498
Cup Holders .............................................. 168
Customized Features .................. 95, 304, 310
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 142
Dead Battery ............................................. 582
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 172
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 601
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 139
Rearview Mirror....................................... 152
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 519
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 138
Door Mirrors ............................................. 153
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Indicators..................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .... 76, 77, 459
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 71
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 74
Blind spot information System ........... 79, 440
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) ............................ 68, 590
Charging System ............................... 70, 588
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM (CMBSTM) ............................ 79, 80
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 72, 590
Fog Light ................................................... 74
Gear Position ............................................. 69
High Beam................................................. 74
Immobilizer System .................................... 75
Keyless Access System ............................... 75
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 78, 477
Lights On ................................................... 74
Low Fuel .................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 588
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 73, 442, 444, 591
Maintenance Minder ............................... 511
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 70, 589
Parking Brake and Brak e System ........ 68, 590
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 76
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 75
Sequential mode...................................... 436
Shift Lever Position .................................... 69
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 72
System Message ........................................ 73 Transmission System.................................. 69
Turn Signal ................................................ 74
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 72, 437
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 438
Information .............................................. 597
Information Screen .................................. 211
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 93
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 148
Interface Dial ............................................ 206
Interior Lights ........................................... 164
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 152
iPhone ............................................... 258, 289
iPod ................................................... 195, 251
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 575
Jump Starting ........................................... 582
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 110
Keyless Access System .............................. 111
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 118
Keys ........................................................... 108
Lockout Prevention.................................. 118
Number Tag ............................................ 110
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 122
Remote Transmitter ................................. 116 Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 119, 428
Types and Functions................................ 108
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 432
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 474
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
License information ................................. 303
Lights ................................................ 139, 527
Automatic............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement ................................... 527
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 142
Fog Lights ............................................... 142
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 74
Interior.................................................... 164
Light Switches......................................... 139
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................ 138
Limitations for Manual Operation .. 340, 370
Load Limits ............................................... 423
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 123
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 122
From Inside ............................................. 120
From Outside .......................................... 111
Keys........................................................ 108
Using a Key............................................. 117
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 118
Low Battery Charge ................................. 588
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
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