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Contents
Child Safety P. 61Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 75Safety Labels P. 76
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 136 Security System P. 139
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 146 Mirrors P. 165
Climate Control System P. 197
Audio Error Messages P. 276 General Information on the Audio System P. 279
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 329 AcuraLink ® P. 358
When Driving P. 374 AcuraWatchTM P. 416Braking P. 485
Surround View Camera System* P. 507 Refueling P. 515 Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions P. 518
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 532 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 550
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 555 Battery P. 564 Remote Transmitter Care P. 568
Cleaning P. 571 Accessories and Modifications P. 576
Engine Does Not Start P. 603If the Battery Is Dead P. 606Overheating P. 609
Emergency Towing P. 627 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 628
Refueling P. 630
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 635 Reporting Safety Defects P. 636
Authorized Manuals P. 643 Client Service Information P. 644
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 117
FeaturesP. 203
DrivingP. 367
MaintenanceP. 521
Handling the UnexpectedP. 579
InformationP. 631
IndexP. 645
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P579)
Flat Tire (P581)
●
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
(P612)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner \b T N B O V B M .
Models with tire repair kit
Models with optional spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P603)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P620)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P609)
●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 (P627)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, fuel gauge, and other related indicators.
They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal. 2 Overheating P. 609
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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows info rmation such as the estimated travelable
distance and fuel economy of the vehicle. It also displays messages such as warnings
and other helpful information.
When a warning message displays, please check the message and contact a dealer
and have the vehicle inspected if necessary . Please refer to the pages below if the
Engine Oil Pressure Low , Engine Temperature Too Hot or Slow Down!
Reduced Stopping Power message is displayed.
2If the Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning Appears P. 612
2 Overheating P. 609
2 If the Slow Down! Reduced Stopping Power Warning Appears P. 613
Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.
■Sub Display
■Odometer
OdometerOutside Temperature
Compass
*
Dynamic Mode
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Convenience Items uOther Interior Convenience Items
Continued
Controls
Other Interior Convenience Items
The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY
or ON.
■Accessory power socket (passenger
lower pocket)
Open the cover to use it.
■Accessory power socket (console
compartment)
Open the console lid and the cover to use it.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element. This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket s are designed to supply
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
When the accessory power soc ket is not in use, close
the cover to prevent any small foreign objects from
getting into the power socket.
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579
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 580
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 581
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 596
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 603
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 604Emergency Engine Stop ................... 605
If the Battery Is Dead Jump Starting Procedure .................. 606
Overheating ...................................... 609
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Engine Oil Pr essure Low Warning
Appears ......................................... 612 If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 613
If the Slow Down! Reduced Stopping Power Warning Appears ................ 613
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 614
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 615
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 616
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 617 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 618
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 619
Fuses .................................................. 620
Emergency Towing ........................... 627If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 628If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 629
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 630
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electric devices
into other accessory power sockets.
2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 189
5.Start the engine.
u Keep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 75
6.Turn the selector knob to REPAIR*1,
SEALANT/AIR*2, PRODUIT ANTIFUITE/
AIR*2.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
1 Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
There are two accessory power sockets:
•In the console compartment•In the front of the passenger lower pocket 2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 189
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usin g the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
U.S.
Canada
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire P. 582
2.Remove the kit from the case.
3. Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near
the tire to inflated, away from traffic. Do
not place the kit on its side.
4. Remove the sealant/air hose from the kit.
5. Remove the valve cap.
6. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Inflating an Under-inflated Tire1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid buildup of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.Sealant/Air Hose
Tire Valve Cap
Tire Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose
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