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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause elec trical component failure.
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.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functi ons will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not select
( N while driving as you will lose engine
braking (and accelera tion) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Continuously variable transmission models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 614
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 615Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 616
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 617
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 625Opening the Hood ........................... 626
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 627
Oil Check ......................................... 628
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 629
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 630
Engine Coolant ................................ 632
Transmission Fluid ............................ 634
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 635
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 636
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 637
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 639
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 641
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 642
Tire Labeling .................................... 642
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 644Wear Indicators................................ 646
Tire Service Life ................................ 646 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 647
Tire Rotation .................................... 648
Winter Tires ..................................... 649
Battery ............................................... 651
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 653
Climate Control System Maintenance .... 655Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 656
Exterior Care.................................... 659
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 662
Modifications................................... 663
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
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*1: If a Maintenance Minder 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 in the first column on page 723.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiry date for tire repair kit bottle●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering 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#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace 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 every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder.
If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission fluid changed every
25,000 miles (40,000 km).
If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission fluid changed every
37,500 miles (60,000 km).
*5: 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*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder 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 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 every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder.
If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission fluid changed every
40,000 km (25,000 miles).
If you regularly drive your vehicle under this condition, have the transmission fluid changed every
60,000 km (37,500 miles).
*5: 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 in the first column on page 725.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Check expiry date for tire repair kit bottle●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering 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 the continuously variable transmission fluid
yourself.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the manual transmission fluid yourself.
■Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura HCF-2
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura MTF
Continuously variable transmission models
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura HCF-2 with other transmission
fluidsM
Using a transmission fluid other than Acura HCF-2 may
adversely affect the operation and durability of your
vehicle’s transmission, and damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura HCF-2 is not covered by
Acura’s new vehicle limited warranty.
Manual transmission models
1 Manual Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
If Acura MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0W-20 or 5W -20 viscosity motor oil as a
temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper additives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch* Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
The brake fluid reserve tank is also used for
your vehicle’s clutch fluid. As long as you keep
the brake fluid level as instructed above, there
is no need for checking the clutch fluid level.
Specified fluid: Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch* Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified br ake fluid is not av ailable, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Acura brake fl uid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Acura Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models
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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.
1 If 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. 703
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 481
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 682, 717
Console Compartment ............................. 203
Continuously Variable Transmission
Creeping................................................. 439
Fluid ....................................................... 634
Kickdown ............................................... 439
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 24, 441
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 696
Shifting ................................................... 440
Controls .................................................... 141
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 632
Adding the Coolant ................................ 632
Overheating ............................................ 697
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 439
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 602
Cup Holders .............................................. 204
Customize Display .................................... 109
Customized Features ....................... 351, 359
D
Dead Battery............................................ 694
Defaulting All the Settings .............. 358, 382
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 220
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 719
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 176 Rearview Mirror ....................................... 189
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 628
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 175
Display Setup .................................... 236, 278
Door Mirrors ............................................. 190
Doors ......................................................... 144
Auto Door Locking .................................. 161
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 161
Door Open Message .................................. 39
Keys ........................................................ 144
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside..................................................... 158
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 147
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 644
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 117
Driver Information Interface ........... 108, 111
Switching the Display .............................. 112
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 57
Driving ....................................................... 423
Braking .................................................... 584
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 439
Shifting Gear ........................................... 444
Shifting Position ...................................... 440
Starting the Engine .................................. 430
Driving Position Memory System ............. 186
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 655
Dynamic Mode Switch .............................. 450
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 116
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 91, 702
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 466
Emergency ................................................ 711
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 693
Emergency Hatch Opener ........................ 713
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 721
Engine Coolant ................................................... 632
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 694
Oil ........................................................... 627
Starting ................................................... 430
Engine Coolant ......................................... 632
Adding the Coolant................................. 632
Overheating ............................................ 697
Temperature Gauge ................................ 105
Engine Oil ................................................. 627
Adding .................................................... 629
Checking................................................. 628
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 618
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............. 699
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 627
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............ 699
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 172
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 81
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 659
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 190
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