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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P517)
Flat Tire (P519)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P549)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Models with tire repair kit
Models with optional spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P539)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P555)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P547)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P560)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deterg ent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard join tly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the need s of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com . In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 17.2 US gal (65 L)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is ble nded with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 466
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 467Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 468
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 469
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 474Opening the Hood ........................... 476
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 477
Oil Check ......................................... 478
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 480
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 481
Engine Coolant ................................ 484
Transmission Fluid ............................ 486
Brake Fluid ....................................... 487
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 487
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 488
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 493
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 495
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 496Tire Labeling .................................... 496DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 498Wear Indicators................................ 500 Tire Service Life ................................ 500
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 501
Tire Rotation .................................... 502
Winter Tires ..................................... 503
Battery ............................................... 504
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 506
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 508Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 509
Exterior Care.................................... 511
Accessories and Modifications................ 514
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information
Display
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
Maintenance Due Soon15 %The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6
percent. Once you switch the display
by rolling the right selector wheel, this
message will go off.The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and
serviced soon.
Maintenance Due Now5 %The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Roll the right selector wheel
to switch to another display.The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be
inspected and serviced as soon as
possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over 10
miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Roll the right
selector wheel to switch to another
display.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Main Item
Sub Items
*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.
*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).
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 gear box, 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#*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 these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
at 40,000 miles (64,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 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: 6-cylinder models
*7: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential
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 and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5, *6
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *7
* Not available on all models
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is ex posed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pre ssure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare
*, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regard less of their condition or state of wear.
1Checking Tires
High speed driving
We recommend that you do not drive faster than the
posted speed limits and condi tions allow. If you drive
at sustained high speeds (over 99 mph or 160 km/h),
adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below to
avoid excessive heat build up and sudden tire failure.
Tire Size225/50R18 95H
Pressure Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)
Tire Size245/40R19 94V
Pressure Front: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2)
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioned.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change to
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 362
Models with electronic gear selector
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 560
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery)................................... 505
Charging System Indicator ................ 75, 549
Jump Starting ......................................... 542
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 504
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ..................................... 195
Blind spot information System ................ 421
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 255
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 317
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 68
Brake System ............................................ 429
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 435
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 433
Brake Assist System................................. 436
Fluid ....................................................... 487
Foot Brake .............................................. 432
Parking Brake.......................................... 429
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 72
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 72, 550
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 172
Built-in Key ............................................... 134
Bulb Replacement .................................... 488
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 491
Brake/Taillights........................................ 490
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 490
Fog Lights ............................................... 488 Front Side Marker/Parking Lights ............. 488
Headlights ............................................... 488
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 492
Puddle Lights ........................................... 492
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 492
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 489
Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 488
Bulb Specifications ................................... 566
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 69
Carrying Cargo .................................. 357, 359
CD Player ................................................... 244
Center Pocket ........................................... 194
Certification Label .................................... 568
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 488
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 549
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 147
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................. 68
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Larger Children .......................................... 67
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Using a Tether ........................................... 65 Childproof Door Locks
............................. 147
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 511
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 509
Client Service Information ....................... 576
Climate Control System ............................ 205
Changing the Mode ................................ 208
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 211
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 508
Sensors ................................................... 212
Synchronized Mode................................. 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 205
Clock .......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 437
Coat Hooks ............................................... 200
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 437
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ........ 532, 567
Compass .................................................... 352
Console Compartment ............................. 193
Controls ..................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 484
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 485
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 484
Overheating ............................................ 547
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 370
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 370
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 452
Cup Holders .............................................. 195
Customized Features ........................ 120, 292
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