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2. Remove the kit.
3. Place the kit face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
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1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2. Remove the sealant/air hose from the
packaging.
3. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Injecting Sealant and Air1Injecting Sealant and Air
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.
The sealant can permanentl y stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful duri ng handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
3CAUTION
Tire sealant contains substances that are
harmful if inhaled, ingested or if contact is
made with the eyes or skin.
Always use in a well-ventilated area and
use gloves and safety glasses for protection;
do not ingest.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water; if ingested, rinse mouth with water.
In all cases, seek medical attention if
necessary.
Tire Valve Stem
Valve Cap
Sealant/Air Hose
Tire Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose
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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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7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches front: 32 psi
(220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210 kPa), turn off
the kit.
After the air pressure reaches 32 psi (220
kPa), turn off the kit.
After the air pressure reaches front: 36 psi
(250 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230 kPa), turn off
the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.Pressure Gauge
ON
OFFModels with 235/50R18 97V tires
Models with 255/40R19 96W tires
Models with 255/35R20 97Y tires
1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Tire Valve Stem
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11. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
12. Apply the repair notification label to the
flat surface of the wheel.
u The wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.
Pressure Relief Button
Repair Notification Label
U.S.
Canada
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1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/
air hose on the compressor.
■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Speed Restriction Label U.S.
Canada
Sealant/Air Hose
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5. Turn the selector knob to AIR*1, AIR
ONLY*2, AIR SEULEMENT*2.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 593
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
U.S.
Canada
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6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 627
•Front: 32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210
kPa) or more:
• 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
• Front: 36 psi (250 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check
the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Models with 235/50R18 97V tires
Models with 255/40R19 96W tires
Models with 255/35R20 97Y tires
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