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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the cargo area.
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack HandleJack
Jack Handle Bar
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
FunnelFunnel
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641Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
1Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
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Handling the Unexpected
4. Remove the cover and the rubber plug on
the cargo area lining to access the shaft
for the spare tire hoist.
5. Put the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar on the hoist shaft.
Turn the wrench to the left to lower the
spare tire to the ground.
6. Keep turning the wh eel nut wrench to
create slack in the cable.
7. Remove the bracket from the spare tire.Cover
Rubber plug
Jack Handle Bar
Wheel Nut Wrench
Bracket
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Handling the Unexpected
8. Place a wheel block or rock in front and
rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
9. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side
up) under the vehicle body, near the tire
that needs to be replaced.
10. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3. Mount the compact spare tire.
4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around
tightening the nuts two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
■Replacing the Flat Tire1Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.
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Handling the Unexpected
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. Afte r driving for a few miles (kilometers), Tire
Pressure Monitor System Problem. Check Tire Pressure. See Your Dealer will
appear on the multi-information display an d the indicator will start blinking for a
short time and then stay on; however, this is normal and is no cause for concern.
If you replace the tire with a full-size tire, the warning message on the multi-
information display and the low tire pressu re/TPMS indicator will go off after a few
miles (kilometers).
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire1 TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mount ed inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Tran smission Fluid
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
■
Rear Differential Fluid*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura ATF-type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.5 US qt (4.3 L)*1
5.1 US qt (4.8 L)*2
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.76 US qt (1.67 L)
SpecifiedAcura HGO-1
Capacity Change 0.61 US qt (0.58 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API service SN or higher grade 0W-20
Capacity Change 4.6 US qt (4.4 L)
Change
including
filter
5.0 US qt (4.8 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.43 US gal (5.40 L)
(change including the remaining 0.23 US gal
(0.86 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Models with 19 inch wheel
*2: Models with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize235/55R19 101H*1
255/45R20 101V*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])*1
36 (250 [2.5])*2
Compact
Spare*
Size T155/90D17 101M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
Snow Tires................................................ 622
Sonar Sensors ........................................... 544
Spare Tire ......................................... 641, 691
Spark Plugs ............................................... 690
Specifications ........................................... 690
Specified Fuel ................................... 575, 690
Speed Limit Information ......................... 138
Speed/Distance Units ............................... 142
Speedometer ............................................ 136
Sport Gauge Settings ............................... 143
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 49
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 470
Starting the Engine .................................. 443
Does Not Start ........................................ 664
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 667
Remote Engine Start ............................... 445
Steering Wheel ........................................ 212
Adjusting ................................................ 212
Stopping ................................................... 555
Summer Tires ............................................ 622
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 238
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®).............................................. 474
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 49
Surround View Camera System ............... 567
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 6, 7, 193
Synchronized Mode ................................. 250
System Message Indicator ....................... 100
System Updates ........................................ 281
T
Tachometer............................................... 142
Tailgate ..................................................... 173
Unable to Open ....................................... 687
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 136
Outside Temperature Display ................... 137
Temperature Sensor ......................... 137, 252
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 650
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 237
Time (Setting) ........................................... 154
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 676
Tire Pressure Monito ring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 475
Indicator ............................................ 97, 676
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 649
Tires ........................................................... 614
Air Pressure ..................................... 615, 691
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 614
Inspection ................................................ 614
Labeling .................................................. 615
Puncture (Flat Tire) ........................... 641, 649
Regulations ............................................. 617
Rotation .................................................. 621
Spare Tire ........................................ 641, 691
Summer .................................................. 622
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 650
Tire Chains .............................................. 622
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 649
Wear Indicators ....................................... 619
Winter ..................................................... 622 Tools
.......................................................... 640
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 435
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 437
Load Limits .............................................. 435
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 440
Emergency .............................................. 685
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 475
Indicator............................................ 97, 676
Traffic Sign Recognition System .............. 535
Transmission ....................................... 21, 451
Automatic ......................................... 21, 451
Fluid ........................................................ 602
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 87, 453
Indicator.................................................. 677
Number................................................... 692
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 457
Transmission System Indicator.................................................... 88
Trip Computer .......................................... 140
Trip Meter ................................................. 140
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