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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙ m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes, and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
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uuCleaning uInterior Care
Maintenance
The floor mats hook over floor anchors, which
keep them from sliding forward. To remove a
mat for cleaning, turn th e 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 mat.
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 allo w leather to air dry in the shade.
■Floor Mats1Floor 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 mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Unlock
Lock
■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.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
2. Wrap the spacer cone and spare tire wing
bolt with cloth or paper, and store them in
the spare tire well.
3. Store the jack and tools in the tool case.
Place the tool case and the trunk floor lid on
the flat tire.
4. Close the trunk.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. Afte r driving for a few miles (kilometers), Tire
Pressure Monitor Problem will appear on the multi-information display and the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on; however, this is normal
and is no cause for concern.
If you replace the tire with a full-size tire, the warning message on the multi-
information display and the low tire pressu re/TPMS indicator will go off after a few
miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1 Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Spacer Cone
Wing Bolt
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire1TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mount ed inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Open the fuse box cover on your vehicle’s
12-volt battery positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and check
to see if any applic able fuse is blown.
There are four fuse boxes in the engine
compartment.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reserve tank.
Push the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1IG1A ACG FR15 A
2IG1A MISS SOL110 A
3−−
4− −
5SMART7.5 A
6 IG1B ECU FR 7.5 A
7IG1B OP FR7.5 A
8 IGP2 15 A
9DBW15 A
10 IGP 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 ACM 20 A
13Headlight Washer*(30 A)
14 Interior Lights 10 A
15Back Up Radio10 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17AFP10 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19Stop7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21Trunk10 A
22 Small 15 A
23Front Fog Lights*(7.5 A)
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25IMA Motor15 A
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
27Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
28 IGP2 Sub 7.5 A
29Power Rear Sunshade*(20 A)
30 Heated Windshield 20 A
31Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2Front Seat Heaters/AVS*20 A
3Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window20 A
4Front Passenger’s Lumbar Support7.5 A
5Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
6A/C Water Pump10 A
7Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding20 A
8Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclining20 A
9Rear Seat Heaters20 A
10−−
11Fly Start15 A
12Accessory Power Socket
(Console Compartment)20 A
13Accessory Power Socket (Center Pocket)20 A
14AS ECU7.5 A
15Glove Box7.5 A
16−−
17−−
18Front Passenger’s Power
Window20 A
19SRS110 A
*1:Models without surround view camera system
*2:Models with surround view camera system
20ABS/VSA7.5 A
21BATT ECU7.5 A
22e-pretensioner7.5 A
23−−
24SRS27.5 A
25Illumination7.5 A
26Right e-pretensioner20 A
27Heated Steering Wheel10 A
28Audio AMP30 A*1
40 A*2
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ............................................ 81, 567
A
AAC.................................................... 245, 268
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 456
Accessories and Modifications ................. 537
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 190
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 395
AcuraLink .................................................. 363
AcuraWatch
TM..................................... 26, 396
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ..................................... 90, 402
Additives
Coolant ........................................... 509, 511
Washer .................................................... 513
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 504
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 181
Front Seats .............................. 175, 178, 180
Head Restraints........................................ 178
Mirrors .................................................... 172
Steering Wheel ........................................ 171
Temperature ............................................ 116
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 441
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 203 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 531
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 208
Sensors ................................................... 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Air Pressure ....................................... 521, 587
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
Airbag Care............................................... 59
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 52
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 57, 84
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 58
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 56
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 237
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 456
Indicator.................................................... 84
Armrest ..................................................... 181
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 215
Audio System ............................................ 212
Adjusting the Sound................................ 230
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 213
Error Messages ........................................ 273
General Information ................................ 277
HDD ........................................................ 248
Internet Radio ......................................... 266 iPod ........................................................ 258
MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 245, 268
Reactivating ............................................ 214
Recommended CDs ................................ 278
Recommended Devices ........................... 280
Remote Controls ..................................... 215
Security Code ......................................... 214
Shortcuts ................................................ 218
Theft Protection ...................................... 214
USB Flash Drives...................................... 280
USB Port ................................................. 213
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 225
Authorized Manuals ................................ 595
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 142
Customize .............................................. 310
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 160
Indicator ................................................... 87
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 454
Indicator ........................................... 78, 454
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ........................................... 78, 454
Automatic Lighting .................................. 157
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 213
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 116
Average Speed ......................................... 117
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Index
F
Features.................................................... 211
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 531
Oil .......................................................... 507
Flat Tire ............................................. 541, 553
Floor Mats ................................................ 533
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 512
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 512
Engine Coolant ....................................... 509
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 511
Windshield Washer ................................. 513
Foot Brake ................................................ 453
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 195
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ........ 196
Front Seats Adjusting ................................ 175, 178, 180
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 400
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 488
Economy................................................. 490
Gauge .................................................... 112
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 83
Range ..................................................... 117
Recommendation............................ 488, 586
Refueling ................................................ 488
Fuel Economy ........................................... 490
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 489 Fuses
.......................................................... 572
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 579
Locations ................................. 572, 576, 577
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 490
Gauge ..................................................... 112
Information ............................................. 488
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 117
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Refueling ................................................. 488
Gauges ...................................................... 112
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 81, 387
Gear Shift Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 385
Glass (care) ........................................ 532, 535
Glove Box .................................................. 184
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 539
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 324
Auto Answer ........................................... 338
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 340
Automatic Transferring ............................ 338
Displaying Messages ................................ 358
Editing User Name ................................... 337
HFL Buttons ............................................. 324 HFL Menus .............................................. 326
HFL Status Display ................................... 325
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 325
Making a Call .......................................... 349
Options During a Call .............................. 355
Phone Setup............................................ 330
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 344
Receiving a Call ....................................... 354
Receiving a Text/E-m
ail Message.............. 356
Ring Tone................................................ 339
Roadside Assistance ................................ 362
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 357
Speed Dial ............................................... 341
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 336
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option................................................... 335
Use Contact Photo .................................. 339
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 248
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 178
Headlight Washers ................................... 165
Headlights ................................................. 156
Aiming .................................................... 514
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 160
Automatic Operation............................... 157
Dimming ................................................. 156
Operating................................................ 156
Head-Up Display ....................................... 119
Brightness Control................................... 167
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 194
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 195, 196, 197
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