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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 416
Towing a Trailer ................................ 422
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 432
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 434
Precautions While Driving................. 440
Automatic Transmission ................... 441
Shifting ............................................ 442
Acura Integrated Dynamics System... 450
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 457
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System .............463
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 465
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD®)*..... 466
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 467
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 469
Blind spot information System.......... 471
AcuraWatch
TM................................... 474
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 479
Low Speed Braking Control*............ 490
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ................................. 496
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 514
Traffic Jam Assist.......................... 523Road Departure Mitigation System ..............535 Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 541
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 547
Radar Sensor ................................... 549
Sonar Sensors
*................................ 550
Braking Brake System ................................... 551
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 558
Brake Assist System ......................... 559
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 560
Multi-View Rear Camera
*................ 571
Surround View Camera System*..... 573
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 581
How to Refuel ................................. 582
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 584
* Not available on all models
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Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicle during corn ering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine outp ut and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA ® activates, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the accelerator.
You may also notice some noise from the
hydraulic brake system. You will also see the
indicator blink.
■VSA ® Operation
1 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA® ), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
The VSA ® may not function properl y if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there may be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehi cle checked by a dealer
immediately.
VSA ® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and alwa ys leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
The vehicle stability assist
TM (VSA ®) system, adaptive
cruise control (ACC) with low speed follow, safety
support and low tire pressu re/TPMS indicators may
come on in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
VSA ® System
Indicator
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AcuraWatchTM
AcuraWatchTM is a driver support system which employs the use of two distinctly
different kinds of sensors, a radar sens or located behind the emblem, and a front
sensor camera mounted to th e interior side of the windshield, behind the rearview
mirror.
AcuraWatch
TM is a driver support system which employs the use of three distinctly
different kinds of sensors, a radar sensor located behind the emblem, a front sensor
camera mounted to the interior side of th e windshield, behind the rearview mirror,
and the sonar sensors located in the front and rear bumpers.
AcuraWatch
TM has following functions.
■The functions whic h do not require switch operations to activate
• Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) 2 P. 479
• Low Speed Braking Control* 2 P. 490
• Road Departure Mitigation System 2 P. 535
• Traffic Sign Recognition System 2 P. 541
■The functions wh ich require switch op erations to activate
• Adaptive Cruise Control ( ACC) with Low Speed Follow
2 P. 496
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) 2 P. 514
• Traffic Jam Assist 2 P. 523
Models without Low Speed Braking Control
Models with Low Speed Braking Control
* Not available on all models
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uuAcuraWatchTMuCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
Driving
When you turn the CMBSTM on and off, do the
following.
1. Press the safety support switch.
2. Roll the right selector wheel to the
symbol and push it.
u The message appears on the driver
information interface when the system
becomes on or off.
u A check mark appears in the box and the
color of the symbol changes green
when the system is on. The check mark
disappear and the color of the
symbol changes gray when the system is
off.
The CMBS
TM is turned on every time you start
the engine, even if you turned it off the last
time you drove the vehicle.
■CMBSTM On and Off1 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
The CMBS
TM may automatically shut off, and the
safety support indicator (amb er) will come and stay
on under certain conditions:
2 CMBS
TM Conditions and Limitations P. 484
You can also select the safety support content from
the driver information interface. 2 Driver Information Interface (Right Side
Area) P. 108
When the CMBS
TM is activated, it will continue to
operate even if the accele rator pedal is partially
depressed.
However, it will be canceled if the accelerator pedal is
fully depressed.
The vehicle stability assist
TM (VSA ®) system, adaptive
cruise control (ACC) with low speed follow, safety
support and low tire pressu re/TPMS indicators may
come on in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if you find any
unusual behavior of the system (e.g., the warning
message appears too frequently).
Right Selector Wheel
Safety Support Switch
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uuAcuraWatchTMuAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
Driving
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed a nd a set following-interval behind a vehicle
detected ahead of yours and, if the detect ed vehicle comes to a stop, can decelerate
and stop your vehicle, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the
accelerator.
When ACC with Low Speed Follow slows y our vehicle by applying the brakes, your
vehicle’s brake lights will illuminate.
1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
Important Reminder
As with any system, there are limits to ACC with Low
Speed Follow. Use the brake pedal whenever
necessary, and always keep a safe interval between
your vehicle and other vehicles.
3WARNING
Improper use of ACC with Low Speed
Follow can lead to a crash.
Use ACC with Low Speed Follow only when
driving on expressways or freeways and in
good road and weather conditions.
3WARNING
ACC with Low Speed Follow has limited
braking capability and may not stop your
vehicle in time to avoid a collision with a
vehicle that quickly stops in front of you.
Always be prepared to apply the brake
pedal if the conditions require.
When to use
■Vehicle speed for ACC wi th Low Speed Follow: A vehicle is detected ahead
within ACC with Low Speed Follow range – ACC with Low Speed Follow
operates at speeds up to 90 mph (145 km/h).
No vehicle is detected within ACC with Low Speed Follow range – ACC with
Low Speed Follow operates at the speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or above.
■Shift position for ACC with Low Speed Follow: In ( D or (S.
The radar sensor is
behind the emblem.
The camera is
located behind the
rearview mirror.
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uuAcuraWatchTMuAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
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■How to activate the system1Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
For directions on the prop er handling of the radar
sensor, refer to the following page.
2 Radar Sensor P. 549
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system. 2 Front Sensor Camera P. 547
ACC with Low Speed Follow may not work properly
under certain conditions.
2 ACC with Low Speed Follow Conditions
and Limitations P. 503
When not using ACC with Low Speed Follow: Turn
off adaptive cruise by pressing the button.
Do not use ACC with Low Speed Follow under the
following conditions.
•Driving in continuous stop and go traffic.
•On roads with sharp turns.•On roads with steep downhill sections, as the set
vehicle speed can be exceeded by coasting. In such
cases, ACC with Low Speed Follow will not apply
the brakes to maintain the set speed.
•On roads with toll collection facilities or other
objects between lanes of traffic, or in parking
areas, or faci lities with driv e through access.
■Press the button on the
steering wheel.
(white) is on in the
instrument panel.
ACC with Low Speed
Follow is ready to use.
How to use
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DrivingWhen driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h) or above: Take your foot off the
pedal and press down the RES/+/ SET/– switch when you re ach the desired speed.
The moment you release the switch, the set speed is fixed, and ACC with Low Speed
Follow begins.
■To Set the Vehicle Speed1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
The vehicle stability assist
TM (VSA ®) system, adaptive
cruise control (ACC) with low speed follow, safety
support and low tire pressu re/TPMS indicators may
come on in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
On when ACC with Low
Speed Follow begins
Press down and release
RES/+ /SET/− Switch
(green)
Set Vehicle Speed
Setting Status (green)
1 To Set the Vehicle Speed
You can switch the displayed set speed measurements
on the gauge between mph and km/h.
2 Gauge Settings P. 113
2 Customized Features P. 345
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When driving slower than about 25 mph (40 km/h): If the vehicle is moving
and the brake pedal is not depressed, pressing the switch fixes the set speed to
about 25 mph (40 km/h) regardless of current vehicle speed. While stationary and a
vehicle is ahead of you, th e vehicle speed can be set, even with the brake pedal
depressed. When ACC with Low Speed Follow starts
operating, the vehicle icon, interval bars and
set speed appear on the gauge.
When you use ACC with Low Speed Follow,
Straight Driving Assist (a feature of the Electric
Power Steering system) is activated.
By enabling the steering system to
automatically compensate for natural steering
pull, Straight Driving Assist makes it easier for
you to keep your vehicle in a straight line.
Set Vehicle Speed
Set Vehicle Interval
Setting Status (green)
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