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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 electrical 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 put the shift lever in
( N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acce leration) 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.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 506
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..507
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 508
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 509
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 514
Opening the Hood ........................... 515
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 516
Oil Check ......................................... 517
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 518
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...519
Engine Coolant ................................ 521
Transmission Fluid ............................ 523
Brake Fluid ....................................... 524
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 524
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 525
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 530
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 532
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 533
Tire Labeling .................................... 533
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ..535Wear Indicators................................ 537 Tire Service Life ................................ 537
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 538
Tire Rotation .................................... 539
Winter Tires ..................................... 540
Battery ............................................... 541
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 542
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 544Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 545
Exterior Care.................................... 548
Accessories and Modifications ........ 551
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Main Item
Sub Items
*1: If a message SERVICE 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 parking brake adjustment●Check expiry date for tire repair kit bottle●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (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: 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 these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
at 40,000 miles (64,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
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
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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 dual clutch transmission fluid yourself.
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE 2.0
1Dual Clutch 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 ve hicle limited warranty.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■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 action . If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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 and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
inspected by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura ATF-TYPE 2.0
Capacity Change 4.1 US qt (3.9 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
Change
including
filter
4.6 US qt (4.4 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.71 US gal (6.49 L)
(change including the remaining
0.166 US gal (0.63 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicle with 18 inch wheel
*2: Vehicle with 17 inch wheel
*3: Vehicle with optional spare tire
Regular
Size225/40R18 92V*1
P215/45R17 87V*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front33 (230 [2.3])*1
35 (240 [2.4])*2
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*1
33 (230 [2.3])*2
Compact
Spare*3
Size T135/70D17 92M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 7 1/2J*1
17 x 7J*2
Compact Spare*317 x 4T
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Index
Blind spot information System................ 439
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 204, 263
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 339, 368
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 64
Brake System ............................................ 491
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 493
Brake Assist System................................. 494
Fluid ....................................................... 524
Foot Brake .............................................. 492
Indicator ........................................... 68, 588
Parking Brake.......................................... 491
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 148
Built-in Key ............................................... 109
Bulb Replacement .................................... 525
Back-Up Light ......................................... 528
Fog Lights ............................................... 525
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 525
Headlights .............................................. 525
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 529
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 529
Rear Turn Signal Light ............................. 526
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 526
Bulb Specifications ................................... 596
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 65 Carrying Cargo
.................................. 421, 423
CD Player ........................................... 192, 235
Center Pocket ........................................... 167
Certification Label .................................... 598
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 525
Charging System Indicator ................. 70, 586
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 122
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 64
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children .......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 122
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 548
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 545
Client Service Information ....................... 606
Climate Control System ............................ 171
Changing the Mode ................................ 171
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 172
Maintenance ........................................... 544
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 171
Sensors .................................................... 174
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 171
Clock .......................................................... 106 CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 449
Coat Hook ................................................. 169
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 449
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 570, 597
Console Compartment ............................. 166
Controls ..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 521
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 522
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 521
Overheating ............................................ 584
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 432
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 497
Cup Holders .............................................. 168
Customized Features .................. 95, 304, 310
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 142
Dead Battery ............................................. 580
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 172
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 599
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 139
Rearview Mirror....................................... 152
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 517
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 138
Door Mirrors ............................................. 153
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Index
Doors......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 123
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 123
Door Open Indicator .................................. 31
Door Open Message .................................. 83
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 120
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 118
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 535
Driving ....................................................... 419
Braking .................................................... 491
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 433
Starting the Engine .................................. 426
Driving Position Memory System ............. 150
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Creeping ................................................. 432
Fluid ................................................ 523, 597
Kickdown ................................................ 432
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 18, 433
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 583
Shifting.................................................... 433
E
Elapsed Time ............................................... 93
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 588 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 437
Emergency ................................................ 593
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 601
Engine ....................................................... 598
Coolant ................................................... 521
Jump Starting .......................................... 580
Oil ........................................................... 516
Remote Engine Start................................ 428
Starting ................................................... 426
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 135
Engine Coolant ......................................... 521
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 522
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 521
Overheating ............................................ 584
Temperature Gauge .................................. 88
Engine Oil ................................................. 516
Adding .................................................... 518
Checking................................................. 517
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 510
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 586
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 516
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 135
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 72, 588
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 548
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 153F
Features.................................................... 175 Filters
Oil .......................................................... 519
Flat Tire ..................................................... 555
Floor Mats ................................................ 546
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 524
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 523
Engine Coolant ....................................... 521
Windshield Washer ................................. 524
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 162
Foot Brake ................................................ 492
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 488
Fuel ..................................................... 19, 502
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 504
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 93
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ....................................................... 93
Recommendation.................................... 502
Refueling ................................................ 502
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 504
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 503
Message ................................................. 587
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 503
Fuses ......................................................... 590
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 592
Locations ........................................ 590, 591
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Index
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 110
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 586
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 423
M
Maintenance............................................ 505
Battery .................................................... 541
Brake Fluid .............................................. 524
Cleaning ................................................. 545
Climate Control System .......................... 544
Coolant .................................................. 521
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 509
Oil .......................................................... 517
Precautions ............................................. 506
Radiator .................................................. 522
Remote Transmitter ................................ 542
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 525
Safety ..................................................... 507
Service Items ........................................... 512
Tires........................................................ 532
Transmission Fluid ................................... 523
Under the Hood ...................................... 514
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 70, 587
Map Lights ................................................ 165
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 423
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 88
Mirrors ...................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152 Door ........................................................ 153
Exterior .................................................... 153
Interior Rearview ..................................... 152
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 551
Moonroof .................................................. 134
MP3 ................................... 192, 201, 235, 260
Multi-Information Display ......................... 89
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 500
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 598
O
Odometer.................................................... 92
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 516
Adding .................................................... 518
Checking ................................................. 517
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 510
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 586
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 516
Viscosity .................................................. 516
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 207
Open Source Licenses ............................... 302
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 515
Moonroof ................................................ 134
Power Windows ...................................... 131
Trunk ...................................................... 124 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 135
Outside Temperature ................................. 92
Adjusting .................................................. 92
Overheating .............................................. 584
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ............ 18
Pandora ®......................................... 198, 258
Panic Mode ............................................... 130
Parking ...................................................... 495
Parking Brake ........................................... 491
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 588
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 139
Power Windows ....................................... 131
Precautions While Driving ....................... 431
Rain ........................................................ 431
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 555
R
Radar Sensor............................................. 490
Radiator .................................................... 522
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 190, 221
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 224
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 191, 222
Range .......................................................... 93
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Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 442
Indicator ........................................... 73, 589
Tires .......................................................... 532
Air Pressure..................................... 533, 597
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 532
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 555
Inspection ............................................... 532
Labeling .................................................. 533
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 555
Regulations ............................................. 535
Rotation.................................................. 539
Spare Tire ............................................... 597
Summer .................................................. 540
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 556
Tire Chains.............................................. 540
Wear Indicators....................................... 537
Winter .................................................... 540
Tools ......................................................... 554
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 425
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 425
Emergency .............................................. 593
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 442
Transmission ............................................. 433
Automatic............................................... 433
Fluid ....................................................... 523
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 69
Number .................................................. 598
Sequential Mode..................................... 435
Shift Lever Position Indicator ................... 434 Trip Meter
................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 553
Blown Fuse ...................................... 590, 591
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 593
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 577
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 555
Noise When Braking .................................. 24
Overheating ............................................ 584
Premium Gasoline ........................... 502, 596
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 555
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 23, 122
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 583
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 124
Lid ........................................................... 124
Light Bulb ................................................ 596
Open Message .......................................... 83
Turn Signals .............................................. 138
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 74
Turn-by-Turn Directions ............................. 93
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 119, 428
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 111
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 12, 120
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 176, 178
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 289 USB Port
.................................................... 179
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 111
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 598
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)................ 437
Off Button............................................... 438
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 516, 597
Voice Control Operation .......................... 218
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 219
Voice Recognition ................................... 218
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®)................ 437
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 214
Wallpaper Setup ....................................... 186
Warning and Info rmation Messages ......... 81
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 586
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 603
Watts ......................................................... 596
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 537
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 573
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