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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 ............ 508
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..509
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 510
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 511
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 516
Opening the Hood ........................... 517
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 518
Oil Check ......................................... 519
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 520
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...521
Engine Coolant ................................ 523
Transmission Fluid ............................ 525
Brake Fluid ....................................... 526
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 526
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 527
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 532
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 534
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 535
Tire Labeling .................................... 535
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ..537Wear Indicators................................ 539 Tire Service Life ................................ 539
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 540
Tire Rotation .................................... 541
Winter Tires ..................................... 542
Battery ............................................... 543
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 544
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 546Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 547
Exterior Care.................................... 550
Accessories and Modifications ........ 553
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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 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 Type 2
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
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 ........................ 537
Driving ....................................................... 419
Braking .................................................... 492
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 433
Starting the Engine .................................. 426
Driving Position Memory System ............. 150
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 432
Creeping ................................................. 432
Fluid ................................................ 525, 599
Kickdown ................................................ 432
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 18, 433
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 585
Shifting.................................................... 433
E
Elapsed Time ............................................... 93
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 590 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 437
Emergency ................................................ 595
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 603
Engine ....................................................... 600
Coolant ................................................... 523
Jump Starting .......................................... 582
Oil ........................................................... 518
Remote Engine Start................................ 428
Starting ................................................... 426
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 135
Engine Coolant ......................................... 523
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 524
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 523
Overheating ............................................ 586
Temperature Gauge .................................. 88
Engine Oil ................................................. 518
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking................................................. 519
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 512
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 588
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 518
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 135
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 72, 590
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 550
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 153F
Features.................................................... 175 Filters
Oil .......................................................... 521
Flat Tire ..................................................... 557
Floor Mats ................................................ 548
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 526
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 525
Engine Coolant ....................................... 523
Windshield Washer ................................. 526
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 162
Foot Brake ................................................ 493
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 489
Fuel ..................................................... 19, 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 505
Gauge ...................................................... 88
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 93
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ....................................................... 93
Recommendation.................................... 503
Refueling ................................................ 503
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 505
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 504
Message ................................................. 589
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 504
Fuses ......................................................... 592
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 594
Locations ........................................ 592, 593
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Index
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 110
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 588
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 423
M
Maintenance............................................ 507
Battery .................................................... 543
Brake Fluid .............................................. 526
Cleaning ................................................. 547
Climate Control System .......................... 546
Coolant .................................................. 523
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 511
Oil .......................................................... 519
Precautions ............................................. 508
Radiator .................................................. 524
Remote Transmitter ................................ 544
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 527
Safety ..................................................... 509
Service Items ........................................... 514
Tires........................................................ 534
Transmission Fluid ................................... 525
Under the Hood ...................................... 516
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 70, 589
Map Lights ................................................ 165
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 423
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 88
Mirrors ...................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152 Door ........................................................ 153
Exterior .................................................... 153
Interior Rearview ..................................... 152
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 553
Moonroof .................................................. 134
MP3 ................................... 192, 201, 235, 260
Multi-Information Display ......................... 89
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 501
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 600
O
Odometer.................................................... 92
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 518
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking ................................................. 519
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 512
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 588
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 518
Viscosity .................................................. 518
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 207
Open Source Licenses ............................... 302
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 517
Moonroof ................................................ 134
Power Windows ...................................... 131
Trunk ...................................................... 124 Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 135
Outside Temperature ................................. 92
Adjusting .................................................. 92
Overheating .............................................. 586
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ............ 18
Pandora ®......................................... 198, 258
Panic Mode ............................................... 130
Parking ...................................................... 496
Parking Brake ........................................... 492
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 590
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 139
Power Windows ....................................... 131
Precautions While Driving ....................... 431
Rain ........................................................ 431
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 557
R
Radar Sensor............................................. 491
Radiator .................................................... 524
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, 591
Tires .......................................................... 534
Air Pressure..................................... 535, 599
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 534
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 557
Inspection ............................................... 534
Labeling .................................................. 535
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 557
Regulations ............................................. 537
Rotation.................................................. 541
Spare Tire ............................................... 599
Summer .................................................. 542
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 558
Tire Chains.............................................. 542
Wear Indicators....................................... 539
Winter .................................................... 542
Tools ......................................................... 556
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 425
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 425
Emergency .............................................. 595
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 442
Transmission ............................................. 433
Automatic............................................... 433
Fluid ....................................................... 525
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 69
Number .................................................. 600
Sequential Mode..................................... 435
Shift Lever Position Indicator ................... 434 Trip Meter
................................................... 92
Troubleshooting ....................................... 555
Blown Fuse ...................................... 592, 593
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 595
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 579
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 557
Noise When Braking .................................. 24
Overheating ............................................ 586
Premium Gasoline ........................... 503, 598
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 557
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 23, 122
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 585
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 124
Lid ........................................................... 124
Light Bulb ................................................ 598
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, 177
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 289 USB Port
.................................................... 178
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 111
V
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 600
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA® ).............. 437
Off Button............................................... 438
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 518, 599
Voice Control Operation .......................... 218
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 219
Voice Recognition ................................... 218
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 437
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 214
Wallpaper Setup ....................................... 186
Warning and Info rmation Messages ......... 81
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 588
Warning Labels ........................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 605
Watts ......................................................... 598
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 539
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 575
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