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• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Do not use an automated car wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a convey or, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode. 2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 455
NOTICE
Never run the vehicle through a conveyor-style car
wash or use any type of motorized cleaning device.
Doing so could damage the vehicle and the paint.
Always wash the vehicle by hand with a mild car
wash detergent and plenty of water.
Models with PMC emblem on the console
Models with PMC emblem on the console
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
Your vehicle’s paint requires up to 60 da ys from the production date to fully cure.
During this time, avoid applying any wax or paint sealant-type products, as they
could inhibit the curing process and affect the paint’s durability.
You may polish the paint during these 60 days if the polish does not contain any wax
or paint sealant ingredients. Use only clean , high-quality microfiber towels or pads,
as they are a softer material with less chance of scratching the finish. It is absolutely
necessary to keep the microf iber towels or pads properly cleaned and maintained
before using on your vehicle.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
Models with PMC emblem on the console
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 674
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
• It is recommended to use genuine Acura roof bicycle racks for carrying bicycles.
Do not install load-carrying (strap-type) accessory racks to the tailgate, as they
may interfere with normal operation, whic h may result in damage to the tailgate.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Acura parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, prov ince, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Acura has appr oved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle's electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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Index
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 457
Shifting ................................................... 451
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 141
AWD ......................................................... 474
B
Battery ...................................................... 621
Charging System Indicator ................ 87, 668
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 663
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 621
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 235
Blind Spot Information System ............... 479
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 316
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 389
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 76
Brake System ............................................ 545
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 552
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 550
Brake Assist System................................. 553
Fluid ....................................................... 601
Foot Brake .............................................. 549
Indicator ............................... 81, 82, 83, 669
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 671
Parking Brake.......................................... 545
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 208
Built-in Key ............................................... 157
Bulb Replacement .................................... 603
Fog Lights ............................................... 603 Front Turn Signal,
Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 603
Headlights ............................................... 603
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 606
Puddle Lights ........................................... 606
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 606
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .................... 604
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 603
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 605
Taillights/Brake and Back-Up Lights .......... 606
Bulb Specifications ................................... 686
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 567
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 77
Carrying Cargo .................................. 431, 433
Certification Label .................................... 688
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 603
Charging System Indicator ................. 87, 668
Child Safety ................................................. 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 171
Child Seat .................................................... 64
Booster Seats ............................................. 76
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 66
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 67
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 71
Larger Children .......................................... 75 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 66
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 68
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 171
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 629
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 627
Client Service Information ....................... 697
Climate Control System ............................ 247
Changing the Mode ................................ 247
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 249
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 626
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 251
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 247
Sensors ................................................... 252
Synchronized Mode................................. 250
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 247
Clock .......................................................... 154
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 486
Coat Hook ................................................. 237
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 486
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 637, 687
Console Compartment ............................. 234
Controls ..................................................... 153
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 598
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 599
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 598
Overheating ............................................ 665
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 450
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 560
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Index
Indicators..................................................... 80
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (Amber) ............................ 102
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (White/Green) ... 102, 503
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 94
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 98
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 90
Auto Idle Stop OFF..................................... 90
Auto Idle Stop Suspend ................. 90, 91, 92
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 90
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 85, 550
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 85, 550
Charging System ............................... 87, 668
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 101
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 95, 670
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning............. 667
Fog Light ................................................... 98
Gear Position ............................................. 87
High Beam................................................. 98
Immobilizer System .................................... 99
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................. 102
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/Green) ........................................ 102
Lights On ................................................... 98
Low Fuel (Amber) ...................................... 94
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 97, 672
M (sequential mode ) Indicator/Gear
Selection Indicator ................................... 87
Maintenance Minder ............................... 101 Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 86, 668
Parking Brake a
nd Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 83, 671
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)...................... 81, 82, 669, 671
Safety Support (Amber) ........... 103, 104, 105
Safety Support (Green/Gray) .................... 106
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 39, 93
Security System Alarm ............................... 99
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) ............................................ 101
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 60, 95
System Message ...................................... 100
Transmission System.......................... 88, 673
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 98
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .......... 96
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 96, 471
VSA ® OFF ................................................ 472
Information .............................................. 685
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 141
Instrument Panel ........................................ 79
Brightness Control................................... 208
Interior Lights ........................................... 230
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 213
iPad ........................................................... 337
iPhone ....................................................... 337
iPod ................................................... 310, 337
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 641
Jump Starting ........................................... 663
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 158
Keyless Access System .............................. 160
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 167
Keys ........................................................... 156
Lockout Prevention ................................. 167
Number Tag............................................ 158
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 171
Remote Transmitter ................................ 165
Two-way Keyless Remote ........................ 168
Types and Functions................................ 156
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 450
Knee Airbags .............................................. 54
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 522
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 69, 73
Legal Information .................................... 351
License Information ................................. 354
Lights ................................................ 197, 603
Automatic............................................... 198
Bulb Replacement ................................... 603
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 200
Fog Lights ............................................... 200
High Beam Indicator ................................. 98
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Index
Interior.................................................... 230
Light Switches......................................... 197
Lights On Indicator.................................... 98
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning ........... 196
Load Limits ............................................... 433
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 156
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 172
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 171
From Inside ............................................. 169
From Outside .......................................... 160
Keys........................................................ 156
Using a Key............................................. 166
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 167
Low Battery Charge ................................. 668
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Low Speed Braking Control .................... 497
Lower Anchors ..................................... 69, 73
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 433
Lumbar Support ....................................... 216
M
Maintenance.................................... 142, 579
Battery .................................................... 621
Brake Fluid .............................................. 601
Cleaning ................................................. 627
Climate Control System .......................... 625
Coolant .................................................. 598
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 583
Oil .......................................................... 594
Precautions ............................................. 580 Radiator .................................................. 599
Remote Transmitter ......................... 623, 624
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 603
Safety ...................................................... 581
Service Items ........................................... 587
Tires ........................................................ 612
Transmission Fluid ................................... 600
Under the Hood ...................................... 590
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 86, 668
Map Lights ................................................ 231
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 433
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 136
Mirrors ....................................................... 213
Adjusting ................................................. 213
Door ........................................................ 214
Exterior .................................................... 214
Interior Rearview ..................................... 213
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 633
MP3 ........................................................... 313
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 313
Multi-Information Display ....................... 137
Switching the Display .............................. 139
Warning and Information Messages ........ 107
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 564
N
Navigation................................................ 141
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 688
O
Odometer................................................. 137
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 441
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 593
Adding .................................................... 595
Checking................................................. 594
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 584
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 667
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 593, 687
Viscosity .......................................... 593, 687
Open Source Licenses ............................... 353
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 591
Panoramic Roof ....................................... 189
Power Windows ...................................... 186
Tailgate ................................................... 173
Outside Temperature Display .................. 137
Overheating .............................................. 665
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 457
Panic Mode ............................................... 185
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 189
Parking ...................................................... 554
Parking Brake ........................................... 545
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator .................................................. 669
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 83
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