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Features
Key and Remote Unlock Mode
Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock
Door Setup
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Security Relock Timer
Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto Interior Illu mination Sensitivity
Auto Headlight On with Wiper On
Auto Light Sensitivity*
Lighting Setup
Auto Folding Door Mirror*
Power Tailgate Keyless Open Mode
Power Tailgate Open by Outer Handle
Hands Free Access Power Tailgate*
Power Tailgate Setup
Door Unlock Mode
Keyless Access Beep Volume
Keyless Access Light Flash
Keyless Access Beep
Remote Start System On/Off*
Walk Away Auto Lock
Keyless Access Setup
* Not available on all models
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle Lighting
SetupInterior Ligh
t Dimming Time Changes the length of time the interior
lights stay on after you close the doors. 15 sec/
30 sec
*1/60
sec
Headlight Auto Off Timer Changes the length of time the
exterior lights stay on after you close
the driver’s door. 0 sec
/15 sec
*1/30 sec /
60 sec
Auto Interior Illumination
Sensitivity Changes the sensitivity of the
brightness of the instrument panel
when the headlight switch is in
AUTO
position. Min/
Low/ Mid
*1/
High /Max
Auto Headligh t On with
Wiper On Causes the headlights to come on
when the headlight switch is in the
AUTO
position and the wipers are
used several times within a certain
number of intervals. On
*1/
Off
Auto Light Sensitivity
*Changes the timing for the headlights
to come on. Min/
Low/ Mid*1/
High /Max
* Not available on all models
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uuAcuraLink ®u
Features
Your subscribed telematics service provid er can check your vehicle’s condition. For
maximum functionality download AcuraLink app in your smartphone and connect it
with the vehicle.
■Automatic Collisio n Notifications
A live agent will reach out and check on you and request that help be sent in the
event of a crash.
■Send Destination
Search for destinations on your phone and instantly beam turn-by-turn directions to
your navigation system
*. Requires In-vehicle Navigation System*.
■Stolen Vehicle Locator
Get door and lock status as well as mileage, fuel, oil life, and tire pressure readings
on your phone.
■Remote Start & Stop
Arrive at your vehicle with the engine warmed up and the interior set to a
comfortable temperature.
■Remote Lock & Unlock
Lock and unlock your vehicle with your smartphone.
■Find My Car
Find your parked vehicle and flash/sound your horns remotely using your
smartphone.
■Connection Features1 Connection Features
The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, contact a
Acura dealer, or go to owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada).
You can also activate the remote door lock/unlock
and vehicle finder features from the Internet or using
your smartphone app. As k a dealer, or visit
owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/owners/
acuralink (Canada) for details.
1Find My Car
The lights will stop flas hing and horn will stop
sounding under the following:
•When conditions 30 seconds have elapsed.
•You unlock the doors using the remote transmitter.
•You unlock the doors using the keyless access
system.
•You unlock the doors us ing the built-in key.
•The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 403
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 159
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 207
2 Adjusting the Front and Rear Outer Head Restraint Positions P. 212
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 203
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 204
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
434
Driving
• The brake pedal is released (without the automatic brake hold system activated).
• The accelerator pedal is depressed (with the automatic brake hold system
activated).
2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 497
■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed*1 when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• A steering wheel is operated.
• The transmission is put into
(R, (S, and (P, or taken out of (N and put into (D.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is redu ced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
• The brake pedal is released slightly during a stop.
• The battery charge becomes low.
• The accelerator pedal is depressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is unlatched.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The climate control system is in us e, and the difference between the set
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.
• The climate control system is bein g used to dehumidify the interior.
• The vehicle ahead of you starts again when your vehicle stops automatically with
ACC with Low Speed Follow.
• The dynamic mode is changed to Snow or Sport+ mode.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When:1The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
If you are using an electroni c device during Auto Idle
Stop, the device may tempor arily be turned off when
the engine restarts.
1 The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed*1 when:
*1: With the automatic brake hold system activated,
you can release the brake pe dal during Auto Idle Stop
is in operation.
If the automatic brake hold system has been turned
off, or if there is a problem with the system, the
engine will restart automatically when you release
the brake pedal. 2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 497
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 528
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..529
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 530
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 531
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 538
Opening the Hood ........................... 539
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 540
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 541
Oil Check ......................................... 542
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 543 Changing the Engine Oi
l and Oil Filter... 544
Engine Coolant ................................ 546
Transmission Fluid ............................ 548
Brake Fluid ....................................... 549
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 550
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 551Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 555
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 560
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 561
Tire Labeling .................................... 561
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 563
Wear Indicators ............................... 565
Tire Service Life ................................ 565
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 566
Tire Rotation .................................... 567
Winter Tires ..................................... 568
Battery ............................................... 569
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 571
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 573Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 575
Exterior Care.................................... 577
Accessories and Modifications ........ 580
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uuCleaning uInterior Care
576
Maintenance
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
The front floor mats hook over floor anchors,
which keep them from sliding forward. To
remove a mat for cleaning, turn the anchor
knobs to the unlock position. When
reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn the
knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mats.
To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allow leather to air dry in the shade.
■Cleaning the Window
■Floor Mats
1Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
Be careful not to spill fluids, such as water or glass
cleaner, on or around the co ver of both the front
sensor camera and the rainfall/light sensor
*.
2 Automatic Operation (automatic lighting
control) P. 187
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers
* P. 195
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 489
1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mat properly. If they are
not properly positioned, th e floor mat can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock
Unlock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather1
Maintaining Genuine Leather
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 608
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 182
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 569●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 621
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 413
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 173
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 126
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 627
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 628
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 610
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