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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Continued
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the power
system or driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
■In Rain1Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not change the gear position while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the under spoiler:•Parking the vehicle by a parking block
•Parallel parking along the road shoulder
•Driving toward the bottom of a hill•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
•Driving on a road with potholes.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the power system will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 492
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 493
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 494
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 495
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 501Opening the Hood ........................... 502
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 503
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 504
Oil Check ......................................... 505
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 506
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 507Cooling System ................................ 509
Inverter Coolant ............................... 511
Transmission Fluid ............................ 512
Brake Fluid ....................................... 512
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 513
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 514
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 517Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 520
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 521
Tire Labeling .................................... 521
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 523
Wear Indicators ............................... 525
Tire Service Life ................................ 525
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 526
Tire Rotation .................................... 527
Winter Tires ..................................... 528
12-Volt Battery ................................. 529
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 530
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 531CleaningInterior Care .................................... 532
Exterior Care.................................... 534
Accessories and Modifications ........ 537
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
*1: If a message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A •Replace engine oil*1
B•Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
• Inspect front and rear brakes
• Check expiration date for temporary tire repair kit
bottle (if equipped)
• Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Inspect suspension components
• Inspect driveshaft boots
• Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)
• Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Inspect exhaust system
#
•Inspect fuel lines and connections#*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission fluid changed at
30,000 miles (48,000 km), then every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (100,000 km).
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires Twin Motor Unit fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the Twin Motor Unit
fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 •Rotate tires
2•Replace air cleaner element*2
•Replace dust and pollen filter*3
•Inspect drive belt
3 •Replace transmission fluid*4
4•Replace spark plugs
• Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
•Inspect valve clearance
5 •Replace engine coolant
6•Replace Twin Motor Unit fluid*6
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 540
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 541
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 553
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 559
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 560
Emergency Power System Off........... 561
Jump Starting .................................... 562
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 565 Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 567
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 567
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 568
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 568
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 569
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 569 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 570
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 571
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 572
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 579
Emergency Towing ........................... 580
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 581
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....582RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 583
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■ Twin Motor Unit Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
SpecifiedAcura ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity2.1 US gal (7.9 L)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 L) in the reserve tank)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.32 US gal (1.23 L)
(change including the remaining
0.03 US gal (0.11 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize245/40R19 98WPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Compact
Spare*1
SizeT155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8JCompact Spare*117 x 4T
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Index
Compact Spare Tire (Optional)........ 553, 587
Console Compartment ............................. 187
Controls ..................................................... 127
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 509
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 510
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 509
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 85
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 85
Overheating............................................. 565
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 511
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ....... 384
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 472
Cup Holders ............................................... 189
Customized Features ................................ 295
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 159
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 562
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 207
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 589
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 156
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 505
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 155
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 129
Auto Door Locking .................................. 142
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 142 Door Open Message.................................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 129
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside ........................................ 18, 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 137
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 523
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 52
Driving ...................................................... 371
Braking ................................................... 450
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 384
Shifting Gear ........................................... 385
Turning on the Power.............................. 378
Driving Position Memory System ............ 169
Dual Clutch Transmission Creeping ................................................. 384
Fluid ........................................................ 512
Kickdown ................................................ 384
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 387
Shifting ................................................... 385
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 531
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 117
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 77
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 77, 569 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 84, 569
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 439
Emergency ................................................ 580
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 591
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 588
Coolant .................................................. 509
Jump Starting ......................................... 562
Oil .......................................................... 504
Remote Engine Start ............................... 380
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 503
Engine Coolant ........................................ 509
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 510
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 509
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 85
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 85
Overheating ............................................ 565
Engine Oil ................................................. 504
Adding ................................................... 506
Checking ................................................ 505
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 496
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 567
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 504
e-pretensioners .......................................... 40
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 84
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 72
Expanded Rear Door Sunshades ............. 199
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 534
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
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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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Index
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)............................... 324
High Beam Indicator ................................... 87
High Voltage Battery ................................ 449
Hill Start Assist System .............................. 382
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 321
Honda App License Agreement ............... 281
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®) ............ 9
I
Identification Numbers
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............. 588
Vehicle Identification ............................... 588
Illumination Control
Buttons............................................ 166, 167
Immobilizer System .................................. 146
Indicator .................................................... 87
Indicators ..................................................... 76
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 81, 567
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow.............................................. 90, 402
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 84
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 87
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 78, 454
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 78, 454
Blind spot information System ........... 92, 444
Brake System (Amber)................................ 79
Brake System (Red) ............................ 76, 568 Collision Mitigati
on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 92, 93
Door and Trunk Open ............................... 37
Electric Parking Brake ................................ 77
Electric Parking Brake System ............ 77, 569
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 84, 569
Fog Light ................................................... 87
Gear Position............................................. 81
High Beam ................................................ 87
High Temperature ..................................... 85
Immobilizer System ................................... 87
Keyless Access System ............................... 88
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 91, 423
Lights On .................................................. 87
Low Fuel ................................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 76, 567
Low Temperature ...................................... 85
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 86, 445, 447
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 81, 568
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 80
READY ...................................................... 80
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 89
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 39, 83
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
SPORT Mode ..................................... 88, 393
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 84
System Message ........................................ 86
Transmission System.................................. 82
Turn Signal ................................................ 86 Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 85, 439
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 85, 440
Information .............................................. 585
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control .................................. 166
Interface Dial ............................................ 216
Interior Lights ........................................... 182
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 172
Inverter Coolant ....................................... 511
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 556
Jump Starting ........................................... 562
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 130
Keyless Access System .............................. 131
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 137
Keys ........................................................... 129
Lockout Prevention ................................. 137
Number Tag............................................ 130
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 141
Remote Transmitter ................................ 136
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 138, 380
Types and Functions................................ 129
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 384
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