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uuWhen Driving uAutomatic Transmission
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
Automatic Transmission
When the engine runs at higher idle speeds, the creeping force increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator peda l while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lo wer gear, unexpectedly increa sing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km)
after purchasing your new vehicle or replacing the
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.
NOTICE
The following can damage the under spoiler:
•Parking the vehicle by a parking block•Parallel parking along the road shoulder
•Driving towards the bottom of a hill
•Driving up or down to a different surface level
(such as a road shoulder)
•Driving on a rutted or bumpy road
•Driving on a road with potholes
3.0 L engine models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 522
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 523Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 524
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 525
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 532Opening the Hood ........................... 534
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 535
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 536
Oil Check ......................................... 537
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 539
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter.... 540Engine Coolant ........................ 544, 546
Transmission Fluid ............................ 548
Brake Fluid ....................................... 549
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 549
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 550
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 552
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 555
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 556Tire Labeling .................................... 556DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 558
Wear Indicators ............................... 560
Tire Service Life ................................ 560
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 561
Tire Rotation .................................... 562
Winter Tires ..................................... 563
Battery ............................................... 564
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 568
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 570CleaningInterior Care .................................... 571
Exterior Care.................................... 573
Accessories and Modifications................ 576
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator and message does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit bottle (If
equipped)
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lin es (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: 2.0 L engine models
*5: 3.0 L engine models
*6: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
−20°F, −29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (100,000 km).
*7: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential
fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*8: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer* fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance*4
●Replace timing belt an d inspect water pump*5, *6
5●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *7
7●Replace brake fluid*8
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
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*1: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator and message does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: 2.0 L engine models
*5: 3.0 L engine models
*6: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 43°C, 110°F), in very low temperatures (under −29°C, −20°F), replace every 100,000 km (60,000 miles).
*7: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder.
If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at 12,000
km (7,500 miles), then every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*8: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fl uid and transfer fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance*4
●Replace timing belt an d inspect water pump*5, *6
5●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*7
7●Replace brake fluid*8
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Tempor ary Tire Repair Kit bottle (If
equipped)
●Inspect these items:
•Tie rod ends, steeri ng gearbox, and boots
•Suspension components
•Driveshaft boots
•Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA®)
•All fluid levels and condition of fluids
•Exhaust system#
•Fuel lines and connections#
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura ATF-type 2.0
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF-type 2.0 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura ATF-type
2.0 may adversely affect the operation and durability
of your vehicle’s transm ission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura ATF-type 2.0 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake
distribution system is not wo rking. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) blinks at the same
time when the Brake System Indicator (Amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 617
U.S.
Canada
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery) ................................... 567
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 613
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 606
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 564
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Blind spot information System ................ 413
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 261
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 329
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 485
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 492
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 490
Brake Assist System ................................. 493
Fluid ........................................................ 549
Foot Brake ............................................... 489
Indicator ................................ 80, 81, 82, 615
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 617
Parking Brake .......................................... 485
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 159
Built-in Key ................................................ 121
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 550
Brake, Rear Turn Si gnal and Taillight/Rear
Side Marker Lights ................................. 551
Fog Lights ................................................ 550
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights.... 550
Headlights ............................................... 550
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 551 Puddle Lights........................................... 551
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 551
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 550
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 551
Bulb Specifications ................................... 632
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 508
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 369, 371
Certification Label .................................... 634
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 550
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 613
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 134
Child Seat .................................................... 61
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants................................. 63
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 64
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 69
Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 63
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 65
Using a Tether ........................................... 71
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 134
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 573
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 571
Client Service Information ....................... 644Climate Control System
........................... 197
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Sensors ................................................... 201
Synchronized Mode ................................ 200
Clock ......................................................... 118
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 420
Coat Hooks ............................................... 186
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 420
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ....... 596, 633
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Controls .................................................... 117
Coolant (Engine) .............................. 544, 546
Adding the Coolant ................................ 547
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 545
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 544
Overheating ............................................ 609
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 381
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 500
Cup Holders .............................................. 184
Customized Features ............................... 302
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 153
Dead Battery ............................................ 606
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 325
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Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 199
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 635
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 150
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 165
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 537
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 149
Door Mirrors ............................................. 166
Doors ........................................................ 120
Auto Door Locking.................................. 135
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 135
Door Open Indicator ................................. 35
Keys........................................................ 120
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 15, 132
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 123
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 130
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 558
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 108
Driving ...................................................... 367
Automatic Transmission .......................... 381
Braking ................................................... 485
Shifting Gear .......................................... 382
Starting the Engine ................................. 374
Driving Position Memory System ............ 162
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 392E
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 88, 616
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 405
Emergency ................................................ 627
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 637
Engine ....................................................... 634
Coolant ........................................... 544, 546
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 606
Oil ........................................................... 536
Remote Engine Start ................................ 376
Starting ................................................... 374
Engine Coolant ................................. 544, 546
Adding the Coolant ................................. 547
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 545
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 544
Overheating ............................................ 609
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
Engine Oil ................................................. 536
Adding .................................................... 539
Checking ................................................. 537
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 525
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 612
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 536
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ........... 612
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 146
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 573
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 166
F
Features.................................................... 203
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 570
Oil ........................................................... 540
Flat Tire ..................................................... 581
Floor Mats ................................................. 572
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 548
Brake ...................................................... 549
Engine Coolant ............................... 544, 546
Windshield Washer ................................. 549
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 238
Fog Lights ................................................. 153
Indicator.................................................... 90
Foot Brake ................................................ 489
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 46
Front Seats ................................................ 168
Adjusting ................................................ 168
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 482
Fuel ...................................................... 22, 515
Economy ................................................. 518
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 103
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 87
Range ..................................................... 103
Recommendation ............................ 515, 632
Refueling................................................. 515
Fuel Economy ........................................... 518
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 22, 516
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