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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, re start it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge has gone down, resu me driving. If it has not gone down,
contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
Continuing to drive with the Engine Temperature
Too Hot. Do Not Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message on the multi-in formation display may
damage the engine.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve TankMAXMIN
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Charging System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
1 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and ha ve your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) blinks at the same
time when the Brake System Indicator (Amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 618
If you repeatedly operate th e electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.
U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one minu te, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, ch ange the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you adjust tire pressure up or
down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 621
There is a fuse puller on the back of the cover of the
engine compartment fuse box type A.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Index
645
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 499
Accessories and Modifications ................ 580
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 225
AcuraLink® ................................................ 390
AcuraWatch
TM.................................... 22, 447
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 91
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow ............................ 91, 460
Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) .... 189
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 546
Engine Oil ............................................... 541
Washer ................................................... 550
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 541
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 218
Front Seats.............................................. 207
Head Restraints ....................................... 212
Mirrors.................................................... 204
Rear Seats ............................................... 216
Steering Wheel ....................................... 203
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 438
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 230
Changing the Mode................................ 230
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 232
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 574
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 234
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 230 Sensors .................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode ................................. 233
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 230
Air Pressure ....................................... 561, 635
Airbags ........................................................ 42
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 48
After a Collision ......................................... 45
Airbag Care ............................................... 57
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 45
Indicator .............................................. 55, 84
Knee Airbags ............................................. 49
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ...................................................... 42
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 273
Android Auto ............................................ 306
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 499
Indicator .................................................... 84
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 302
Armrest ..................................................... 218
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 243
Audio System ............................................ 238
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 268
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 241
Display Setup ........................................... 269
Error Messages ........................................ 310
General Information ................................ 313
Home Screen ........................................... 253
How to Update Wirelessly ........................ 262 How to Update with a USB Device........... 266
How to use Siri Eyes Free ......................... 301
iPod ........................................................ 290
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 269
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 293
Reactivating ............................................ 242
Remote Controls ..................................... 243
Security Code .......................................... 242
Status Area ............................................. 258
System Updates....................................... 262
Theft Protection ...................................... 242
USB Flash Drives .............................. 293, 315
USB Ports ................................................ 239
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 249
Authorized Manuals ................................ 643
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 162
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 191
Indicator.................................................... 87
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 430
OFF Button .............................................. 431
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 497
Indicator............................................ 77, 497
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 206
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 195
Automatic Lighting .................................. 187
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Index
Auto Idle Stop (Green) .............................. 82
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) ................. 82
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 77, 497
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 77, 497
Blind spot information System................... 96
Charging System............................... 79, 615
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................ 93
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 84, 617
Fog Light .................................................. 87
Gear Position ............................................ 79
High Beam ................................................ 87
Immobilizer System ................................... 88
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) .................................................. 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Green) ........................................... 91, 479
Lights On .................................................. 87
Low Fuel ................................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure ..................................... 614
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS .................... 86, 619
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Gear Selection Indicator................................... 79
Maintenance Minder................................. 90
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 78, 615
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) .......................................... 76, 618
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ....................................... 75, 616, 618
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 92 Safety Support (Amber) ............................. 92
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 36, 83
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® ) .............................................. 90
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 84
System Message ........................................ 89
Transmission System .......................... 80, 620
Turn Signal and Haza rd Warning ............... 87
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF ........... 85
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System............................................. 85, 436
VSA ® OFF ................................................ 437
Information ............................................... 633
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 131
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control ................................... 198
Integrated Dynamics System .................... 428
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 428
Interior Lights ........................................... 219
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 204
iPad ............................................................ 314
iPhone ....................................................... 314
iPod ................................................... 290, 314
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 589
Jump Starting ........................................... 610
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 148
Keyless Access System .............................. 150
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 157
Keys ........................................................... 146
Lockout Prevention.................................. 157
Number Tag ............................................ 148
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 161
Remote Transmitter ................................. 155
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 158, 415
Types and Functions ................................ 146
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 419
Knee Airbags .............................................. 49
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 477
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 63, 67
Legal Information .................................... 328
License Information ................................. 331
Lights ................................................. 186, 551
Automatic ............................................... 187
Bulb Replacement ................................... 551
Daytime Running Lights........................... 190
Fog Lights ............................................... 190
High Beam Indicator .................................. 87
Interior .................................................... 219
Light Switches ......................................... 186
Lights On Indicator .................................... 87
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning............ 185
Load Limits ................................................ 403
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Index
Passing Indicators..................................... 186
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 296
Power Tailgate ......................................... 165
Power Windows ....................................... 176
Precautions While Driving ....................... 418
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 418
Rain ........................................................ 418
Pregnant Women ....................................... 40
Puncture (Tire) ................................. 585, 593
R
Radar Sensor............................................ 491
Radiator .................................................... 547
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 273
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 277
Range ........................................................ 131
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 639
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 200
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 216
Rear Temperature Control Dial ............... 234
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 204
Refueling .......................................... 521, 631
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 126
Gasoline ......................................... 521, 634
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 83
Regulations .............................. 442, 563, 637
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 415 Remote Transmitter
................................. 155
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 571, 572
Bulbs ....................................................... 551
Fuses ....................................... 621, 624, 625
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 558
Tires ........................................................ 566
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 555
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 638
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 130
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 205
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 485
On and Off .............................................. 487
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Check ............................................... 34
Safety Labels ............................................... 72
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 35
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 39
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 37
Checking ................................................... 41
Fastening ................................................... 38
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 65
Pregnant Women ...................................... 40
Reminder ................................................... 36
Warning Indicator ................................ 36, 83
Seat Heaters .............................................. 228 Seats
.......................................................... 207
Adjusting ................................................ 207
Front Seats .............................................. 207
Lumbar Support ...................................... 207
Rear Seats ............................................... 216
Seat Control Interface ............................. 209
Seat Heaters .................................... 228, 229
Ventilation .............................................. 228
Security System ......................................... 173
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 88
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 88
Select Button Operation................................................ 422
Select Lever ......................................... 19, 420
Operation.................................................. 19
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 62
Sequential Mode ...................................... 426
Setting the Clock ...................................... 144
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 439
Shift Lever ........................................... 19, 420
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 19, 420
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 39
Side Airbags ................................................ 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 301
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 277
Snow Tires ................................................. 568
Spare Tire .......................................... 585, 635
Spark Plugs ............................................... 634
Specifications ............................................ 634
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