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Safe Driving
Safety Labels
Label Locations
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U. S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.
Dashboard
U.S. models only
Air Conditioner System
U.S. models Canadian models
Radiator Cap
U.S. models only
Sun Visor
Sun Visor
U.S. models Canadian models
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Black Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
u If the coolant level is below the MIN
mark, add the specified coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Acura engine cool ant is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout -31°F (-35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult a dealer for
details.
If Acura antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand of non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Acur a coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Acura antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
Reserve TankMAXMIN
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 540
3.Turn the radiator cap 1/8 turn
counterclockwise and re lieve any pressure
in the cooling system.
4. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
5. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
■Radiator1Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
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.Radiator Cap
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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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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 546
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 547
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 546
Overheating ............................................ 612
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 419
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 507
Cup Holders .............................................. 223
Customized Features ............................... 335
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 190
Dead Battery ............................................ 610
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 357
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 232
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 637
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 186
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 204
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 542
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 185
Door Mirrors ............................................. 205
Doors ........................................................ 146
Auto Door Locking.................................. 162
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 162
Keys........................................................ 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 159
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 150 Lockout Prevention System ...................... 157
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 563
Driving ....................................................... 399
Automatic Transmission ........................... 419
Braking .................................................... 492
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 411
Shifting Gear ........................................... 420
Starting the Engine .................................. 413
Driving Position Memory System ............. 201
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 574
Dynamic Mode Switch .............................. 428
E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 492
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 84, 617
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 436
Emergency ................................................ 628
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 639
Engine ....................................................... 636
Coolant ................................................... 546
Jump Starting .......................................... 610
Oil ........................................................... 541
Remote Engine Start ................................ 415
Starting ................................................... 413
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 540
Engine Coolant ......................................... 546
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 547
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 546 Overheating ............................................ 612
Temperature Gauge ................................ 126
Engine Oil ................................................. 541
Adding .................................................... 543
Checking................................................. 542
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 532
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 614
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 541
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 182
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 617
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 71
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 577
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 205F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 574
Oil ........................................................... 544
Flat Tire ............................................. 585, 593
Floor Mats ................................................. 576
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 548
Brake ...................................................... 549
Engine Coolant ....................................... 546
Windshield Washer ................................. 550
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 273
Fog Lights Indicator.................................................... 87
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 216
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Index
Locking/Unlocking.................................... 146
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 162
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
From Inside .............................................. 159
From Outside ........................................... 150
Keys ........................................................ 146
Using a Key ............................................. 156
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 157
Low Battery Charge .................................. 615
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 614
Lower Anchors ...................................... 63, 67
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 403
Lumbar Support ........................................ 207
M
Maintenance..................................... 133, 527
Battery..................................................... 569
Brake Fluid............................................... 549
Cleaning .................................................. 575
Climate Control System ........................... 573
Coolant ................................................... 546
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 531
Oil ........................................................... 542
Precautions .............................................. 528
Radiator................................................... 547
Remote Transmitter ......................... 571, 572
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 551
Safety ...................................................... 529
Service Items............................................ 535 Tires ........................................................ 560
Transmission Fluid ................................... 548
Under the Hood ...................................... 538
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 78, 615
Map Lights ................................................ 220
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 403
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 126
Mirrors ...................................................... 204
Adjusting ................................................ 204
Door ....................................................... 205
Exterior ................................................... 205
Interior Rearview ..................................... 204
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 580
MP3 ........................................................... 293
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 293
Multi-Information Display ....................... 127
Switching the Display .............................. 129
Warning and Information Messages .......... 97
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 511
N
Navigation................................................ 132
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 636
O
Odometer................................................. 127
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 411
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 541
Adding .................................................... 543 Checking ................................................ 542
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 532
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 614
Oil Life .................................................... 133
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 541, 635
Viscosity.......................................... 541, 635
Open Source Licenses .............................. 330
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 539
Panoramic Roof ...................................... 179
Power Windows...................................... 176
Tailgate................................................... 163
Outside Temperature Display ................. 127
Overheating ............................................. 612
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode) ..................................................... 426
Panic Mode ............................................... 175
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 179
Parking ..................................................... 501
Parking Brake ........................................... 492
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ................................................. 616
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 76
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................. 75, 618
Parking Sensor System ............................. 503
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 56
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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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