637
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 638
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 639
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 647
Handling of the Jack ......................... 661
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 662
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ... 663Emergency Engine Start ................... 664
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 665
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 666
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 668 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ....670
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On .. 671
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 671
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 672
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 673
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 674
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 675
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 676
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 677
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 683
Emergency Towing ........................... 685
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ... 686
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 687
Refueling Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 688
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 600
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21Transmission 115 A
22 − −
23Hazard10 A
24 − −
25Brake Lights7.5 A
26 IG Coil 15 A
27Transmission 310 A
28 Transmission 2 10 A
29−−
30 − −
31Washer15 A
32 Battery Sensor 10 A
33Shutter Grille10 A
34−−
35−−
36Cruise SW10 A
37IGPS (VSS)(10 A)
38Sub Fan Diode10 A
39−−
40−−
41−−
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Automatic Tran smission Fluid
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
■
Rear Differential Fluid*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura ATF-Type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.5 US qt (4.3 L)*1
5.1 US qt (4.8 L)*2
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.76 US qt (1.67 L)
SpecifiedAcura HGO-1
Capacity Change 0.58 US qt (0.55 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.3 US qt (5.0 L)
Change
including
filter
5.6 US qt (5.3 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.99 US gal (7.55 L)
(change including the remaining 0.223 US gal
(0.845 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Original tire size is mentioned on the tire information label on
the driver’s doorjamb.
*2: Except 2WD models with 255/50R20 tires
*3: 2WD models with 255/50R20 tires
*4: Models with 255/55R19 tires
*5: Models with 255/50R20 tires
RegularSize*1255/55R19 107H
255/50R20 105H
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])*2
36 (250 [2.5])*3
Compact
Spare*
Size T155/85D18 115M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8 1/2J*4
20 x 9J*5
Compact Spare*18 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights........................... 173
Dead Battery ............................................. 666
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 372
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 231
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 693
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 170
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 187
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 600
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 169
Door Mirrors ............................................. 188
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights ........ 135
Doors ......................................................... 130
Auto Door Locking .................................. 146
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 146
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 130
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 143
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 133
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 618
Driver Information Interface (Left Side Area) ........................................ 108
(Right Side Area) ...................................... 108
Switching the Display............................... 109 Driving
...................................................... 415
Automatic Transmission .......................... 441
Braking ................................................... 551
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 442
Starting the Engine.................................. 434
Driving Position Memory System ............ 183
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 451
E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 551
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 94, 674
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 463
Emergency ................................................ 685
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 695
Engine ....................................................... 692
Coolant ................................................... 604
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 666
Remote Engine Start................................ 436
Starting ................................................... 434
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 598
Engine Coolant ......................................... 604
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 605
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 604
Overheating ............................................ 668
Temperature Gauge ................................ 105 Engine Oil
Adding ................................................... 601
Checking ................................................ 600
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 589
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 670
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 166
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 674
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 80
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 631
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 188F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 628
Oil .......................................................... 602
Flat Tire ............................................. 639, 647
Floor Mats ................................................ 630
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 606
Brake ...................................................... 607
Engine Coolant ....................................... 604
Windshield Washer ................................. 607
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 277
Fog Lights ................................................. 173
Indicator ................................................... 97
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 196
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 199
Foot Brake ................................................ 555
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
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Index
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Interval ....................................... 100
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 94
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 97
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 91
Auto Idle Stop OFF..................................... 91
Auto Idle Stop Suspend ............................. 92
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 91
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 88, 556
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 88, 556
Blind spot information System ................. 472
Charging System ............................... 89, 671
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 100
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 94, 674
Fog Light ................................................... 97
Gear Position ............................................. 89
High Beam................................................. 97
High Temperature (Red) ............................. 93
Immobilizer System .................................... 98
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................. 101
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(White/Green) ........................................ 101
Lights On ................................................... 97
Low Fuel (Amber) ...................................... 93
Low Oil Pressure Warning ........................ 670
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 96
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection Indicator ................. 89
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 89, 671 Parking Brake a
nd Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 88, 673
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Red) ................................. 86, 87, 672, 673
Safety Support (Amber) ........................... 101
Safety Support (Green/Gray) .................... 103
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 38, 93
Security System Alarm ............................... 98
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 59, 94
System Message ........................................ 99
Transmission System.......................... 90, 676
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 97
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .. 95, 464
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 95, 463
VSA ® OFF ................................................ 464
Information .............................................. 689
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 111
Instrument Panel ........................................ 83
Brightness Control................................... 181
Interior Lights ........................................... 208
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 187
iPad ........................................................... 323
iPhone ....................................................... 323
iPod ................................................... 294, 323
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 643
K
Key Number Tag...................................... 132
Keyless Access System .............................. 133
Keys ........................................................... 130
Number Tag............................................ 132
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 145
Remote Transmitter ................................ 139
Types and Functions................................ 130
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 441
Knee Airbag ............................................... 53
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 514
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 68, 74
Legal Information .................................... 337
License Information ................................. 340
Lights ................................................ 170, 608
Automatic............................................... 171
Bulb Replacement ................................... 608
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 173
High Beam Indicator ................................. 97
Interior.................................................... 208
Light Switches......................................... 170
Lights On Indicator .................................... 97
Turn Signals ............................................ 169
Load Limits ............................................... 419
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 130
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 146
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 145
From Inside ............................................. 143
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Index
From Outside .......................................... 133
Keys........................................................ 130
Using a Key............................................. 141
Low Battery Charge ................................. 671
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ...................... 93
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 670
Low Speed Braking Control .................... 490
Lower Anchors ........................................... 68
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 691
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 419
Lumbar Support ....................................... 191
M
Maintenance.................................... 112, 585
Battery .................................................... 624
Brake Fluid .............................................. 607
Cleaning ................................................. 629
Climate Control System .......................... 628
Coolant .................................................. 604
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 589
Oil .......................................................... 600
Precautions ............................................. 586
Radiator .................................................. 605
Remote Transmitter ........................ 626, 627
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 608
Safety ..................................................... 587
Service Items ........................................... 591
Tires........................................................ 615
Transmission Fluid ................................... 606
Under the Hood ...................................... 595 Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.............. 89, 671
Map Light Switches .................................. 209
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 419
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 104
Mirrors ....................................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................. 187
Door ........................................................ 188
Exterior .................................................... 188
Interior Rearview ..................................... 187
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 634
MP3 ........................................................... 297
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 297
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 571
N
Navigation........................................ 111, 126
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 692
O
Odometer.................................................. 105
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 432
Oil (Engine) Adding .................................................... 601
Checking ................................................. 600
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 589
Low Oil Pressure Warning ........................ 670
Open Source Licenses ............................... 339 Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 596
Panoramic Roof ....................................... 163
Power Windows ...................................... 160
Tailgate ................................................... 147
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 166
Outside Temperature Display .................. 105
Overheating .............................................. 668
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 449
Panic Mode ............................................... 159
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 163
Parking ...................................................... 560
Parking Brake ........................................... 551
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ............................................. 88, 673
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................... 86, 87, 672, 673
Parking Sensor System ............................. 562
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 60
Passing Indicators ..................................... 170
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 300
Power Monitor ......................................... 107
Power Tailgate ......................................... 149
Power Windows ....................................... 160
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Index
Trip Computer........................................... 110
Trip Meter ................................................. 110
Troubleshooting ....................................... 637
Blown Fuse .............. 677, 679, 680, 681, 682
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 28
Emergency Towing .................................. 685
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 662
Noise When Braking .................................. 30
Overheating............................................. 668
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 639, 647
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 28, 145
Warning Indicators .................................... 84
True Touchpad Interface .......................... 245
Turn Signals ............................................... 169
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 97
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 217
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 133
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 143
USB Flash Drives ................................ 297, 324
USB Ports ................................................... 239
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 692
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 125
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) .............. 463
OFF Button .............................................. 464
OFF Indicator ............................................. 95
System Indicator ................................ 95, 463
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 691
Voice Control Operation .......................... 274
Voice Recognition ................................... 274
Voice Recognition Screen ........................ 275
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 463
W
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 670
Warning Labels ........................................... 81
Warnings ................................................... 112
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 697
Watts ......................................................... 690
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 620
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 643
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 305
Window Washers ..................................... 177
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 607
Switch ..................................................... 177
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 160Windshield
............................................... 177
Cleaning ................................................. 632
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 231
Washer Fluid ........................................... 607
Wiper Blades........................................... 610
Wipers and Washers ............................... 177
Winter Tires .............................................. 623
Snow Tires .............................................. 623
Tire Chains.............................................. 623
Wipers and Washers ................................ 177
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 178
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 610
Front....................................................... 177
Rear ........................................................ 179
Wireless Charger ...................................... 222
WMA ......................................................... 297
Worn Tires ................................................ 615
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