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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for approximately one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 527
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Immediately stop
the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a prob lem with the charging system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediatelyM
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness code as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some states use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mo de to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks fi ve times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retest ing by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the ac celerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there
for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again onl y after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from your dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Acura
warranty information booklet that came wi th your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Statement on Warranty Coverage for Aftermarket and Recycled Parts
The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. s.2301 et seq., makes it illegal for
motor vehicle manufacturers to void a motor vehicle warranty or deny warranty
coverage solely because an aftermarket or recycled part has been used to repair the
vehicle or someone other than the authorized service provider performed service on
the vehicle.
This provision does not apply to a new motor vehicle purchased solely for
commercial or industrial use.
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Index
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Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 239, 264
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 501
Accessories and Modifications ................ 561
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 173
AcuraLink ................................................. 416
AcuraWatch
TM.................................... 22, 452
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 80, 466
Additives Coolant .................................................. 531
Engine Oil ............................................... 526
Washer ................................................... 534
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 526
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 167
Front Seats.............................................. 158
Head Restraints ....................................... 162
Mirrors.................................................... 156
Rear Seat ................................................ 166
Steering Wheel ....................................... 153
Temperature ............................................. 96
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 175
Changing the Mode................................ 175
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 176
Maintenance........................................... 554
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 175
Sensors ................................................... 178
Synchronization Mode ............................ 177
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 175 Air Pressure
....................................... 543, 607
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ......................................... 44
Airbag Care ............................................... 55
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 52, 76
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 53
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 49
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 51
AM/FM Radio .................................... 194, 225
Android Auto ............................................ 275
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 501
Indicator .................................................... 75
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 270
Armrest ..................................................... 167
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 185
Audio System ............................................ 180
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 192, 220
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 183
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................ 208, 267
CD .................................................. 196, 239
Display Setup ................................... 193, 221
Error Messages ........................................ 280
General Information ................................ 291
HDD ........................................................ 242
iPhone ............................................. 262, 294
iPod ................................................. 199, 255
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 205, 239, 264 Pandora
®....................................... 202, 262
Reactivating ............................................ 184
Recommended CDs ................................. 292
Recommended Devices............................ 294
Security Code .......................................... 184
Siri Eyes Free ........................................... 269
SiriusXM ® Radio ...................................... 228
Song By VoiceTM (SBV) ............................. 258
Theft Protection ...................................... 184
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 181
USB Flash Drives ...................... 205, 264, 295
USB Port.................................................. 182
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 188
Authorized Manuals ................................ 616
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 127
Customize ....................................... 105, 329
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 147
Automatic Lighting .................................. 144
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 183
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 96
Average Speed ........................................... 97
B
Battery...................................................... 551
Charging System Indicator................. 74, 596
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 590
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 551
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 552
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ..................................... 172
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Index
Blind spot information System................ 445
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 208, 267
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 345, 374
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 68
Brake System ............................................. 499
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 501
Brake Assist System ................................. 502
Fluid ........................................................ 534
Foot Brake ............................................... 500
Indicator ............................................ 72, 598
Parking Brake .......................................... 499
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 72
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 152
Built-in Key ................................................ 113
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 535
Back-Up Light .......................................... 538
Fog Lights ................................................ 535
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights.... 535
Headlights ............................................... 535
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 539
Rear License Plate Light............................ 539
Rear Turn Signal Light .............................. 536
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 536
Bulb Specifications .................................... 606
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 69 Carrying Cargo
................................. 427, 429
CD Player ........................................... 196, 239
Center Pocket ........................................... 171
Certification Label .................................... 608
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 535
Charging System Indicator ................. 74, 596
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 126
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 68
Child Seat for Infants................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Larger Children ......................................... 67
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Using a Tether ........................................... 65
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 126
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 558
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 555
Client Service Information ....................... 617
Climate Control System ............................ 175
Changing the Mode ................................ 175
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 176
Maintenance ........................................... 554
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 175
Sensors ................................................... 178
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 175
Clock .......................................................... 110 CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 455
Coat Hook ................................................ 173
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 455
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 580, 607
Compass ...................................................... 97
Console Compartment ............................. 170
Controls .................................................... 109
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 531
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 532
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 531
Overheating ............................................ 594
Creeping ................................................... 438
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 505
Cup Holders .............................................. 172
Customized Features ................. 99, 310, 316
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 146
Dead Battery ............................................ 590
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 176
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 609
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 143
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 156
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 527
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 142
Door Mirrors ............................................. 157
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Index
Doors........................................................ 112
Auto Door Locking.................................. 127
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 127
Door Open Indicator ................................. 33
Door Open Message ................................. 87
Keys........................................................ 112
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 124
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 115
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 122
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 545
Driving ...................................................... 425
Braking ................................................... 499
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 438
Shifting Gear .......................................... 439
Starting the Engine ................................. 432
Driving Position Memory System ............ 154
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 438
Creeping................................................. 438
Fluid ............................................... 533, 607
Kickdown ............................................... 438
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 20, 439
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 593
Shifting ................................................... 439
E
Elapsed Time .............................................. 97
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)
Indicator ........................................... 76, 598 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 443
Emergency ................................................ 603
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 611
Engine ....................................................... 608
Coolant ................................................... 531
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 590
Oil ........................................................... 526
Remote Engine Start ................................ 434
Starting ................................................... 432
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 139
Engine Coolant ......................................... 531
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 532
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 531
Overheating ............................................ 594
Temperature Gauge .................................. 92
Engine Oil ................................................. 526
Adding .................................................... 528
Checking ................................................. 527
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 520
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 73, 596
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 526
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 139
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 76, 598
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 69
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 558
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 157F
Features..................................................... 179 Filters
Oil ........................................................... 529
Flat Tire ..................................................... 565
Floor Mats ................................................. 556
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 534
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 533
Engine Coolant ....................................... 531
Windshield Washer ................................. 534
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 78
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 166
Foot Brake ................................................ 500
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 158
Adjusting ................................................ 158
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 496
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 510
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 513
Gauge ....................................................... 92
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 97
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ....................................................... 97
Recommendation .................................... 510
Refueling................................................. 510
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 513
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 21, 511
Message.................................................. 597
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 21, 511
Fuses .......................................................... 600
Inspecting and Changing......................... 602
Locations......................................... 600, 601
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Index
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 74, 597
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 72, 598
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 80
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 35, 75
Security System Alarm............................... 79
Sequential mode ..................................... 442
Shift Lever Position.................................... 73
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 52, 76
System Message ....................................... 77
Transmission System ................................. 73
Turn Signal ............................................... 78
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA®)
System ............................................ 76, 443
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 77, 444
Information .............................................. 605
Information Screen .................................. 215
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 97
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control .................................. 152
Interface Dial ............................................ 210
Interior Lights ........................................... 168
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 156
iPhone ............................................... 262, 294
iPod ................................................... 199, 255
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 583
Jump Starting ........................................... 590
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 114
Keyless Access System ............................... 115
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 122
Keys ........................................................... 112
Lockout Prevention .................................. 122
Number Tag ............................................ 114
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 126
Remote Transmitter ................................. 120
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 123, 434
Types and Functions ................................ 112
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) ..... 438
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 481
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 61
License information .................................. 309
Lights ................................................. 143, 535
Automatic ............................................... 144
Bulb Replacement .................................... 535
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 146
Fog Lights ................................................ 146
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 78
Interior .................................................... 168
Light Switches ......................................... 143
Lights On Indicator .................................... 78
Turn Signals ............................................. 142
Limitations for Manual Operation .. 346, 376
Load Limits ................................................ 429 Locking/Unlocking
.................................... 112
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 127
Childproof Door Locks............................. 126
From Inside ............................................. 124
From Outside .......................................... 115
Keys ........................................................ 112
Using a Key ............................................. 121
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 122
Low Battery Charge ................................. 596
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 75
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 114
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 596
Lower Anchors ............................................ 61
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 429
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Index
M
Maintenance............................................. 515
Battery..................................................... 551
Brake Fluid............................................... 534
Cleaning .................................................. 555
Climate Control System ........................... 554
Coolant ................................................... 531
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 519
Oil ........................................................... 527
Precautions .............................................. 516
Radiator................................................... 532
Remote Transmitter ................................. 552
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 535
Safety ...................................................... 517
Service Items............................................ 522
Tires ........................................................ 542
Transmission Fluid.................................... 533
Under the Hood....................................... 524
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 74, 597
Map Lights ................................................ 169
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 429
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 92
Mirrors ....................................................... 156
Adjusting ................................................. 156
Door ........................................................ 157
Exterior .................................................... 157
Interior Rearview...................................... 156
Modifications (and Accessories) ............... 561
Moonroof .................................................. 138
MP3 .................................... 196, 205, 239, 264
Multi-Information Display .......................... 93Multi-View Rear Camera
.......................... 508
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 608
O
Odometer................................................... 96
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 526
Adding .................................................... 528
Checking................................................. 527
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 520
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 596
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 526
Viscosity .................................................. 526
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 211
Open Source Licenses ............................... 308
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 525
Moonroof ............................................... 138
Power Windows ...................................... 135
Trunk ...................................................... 128
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 139
Outside Temperature ................................. 96
Adjusting .................................................. 96
Overheating .............................................. 594
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ............ 20Pandora®
......................................... 202, 262
Panic Mode ............................................... 134
Parking ..................................................... 503
Parking Brake ........................................... 499
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ........................................... 72, 598
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 53
Passing Indicators ..................................... 143
Power Windows ....................................... 135
Precautions While Driving ....................... 437
Rain ........................................................ 437
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 565
R
Radar Sensor............................................ 498
Radiator .................................................... 532
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 194, 225
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 228
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 195, 226
Range .......................................................... 97
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 195, 226
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 611
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 153
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ....................... 166
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 156
Refueling .................................................. 510
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 92
Gasoline ......................................... 510, 606
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Index
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 75
Regulations .............................. 450, 545, 609
Remote Engine Start ................................ 434
Remote Transmitter ................................. 120
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 552
Bulbs ...................................................... 535
Fuses .............................................. 600, 601
Tires........................................................ 548
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 540
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 610
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 96
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 491
On and Off ............................................. 493
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Labels .............................................. 70
Safety Message ............................................ 3
Seat Belts .................................................... 34
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 36
Checking .................................................. 40
Fastening .................................................. 37
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 63
Pregnant Women...................................... 39
Reminder .................................................. 35
Warning Indicator ............................... 35, 75
Seat Heaters ............................................. 174 Seats
.......................................................... 158
Adjusting ................................................. 158
Front Seats .............................................. 158
Rear Seat ................................................. 166
Seat Heaters ............................................ 174
Security System ......................................... 132
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 79
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 79
Select Lever ......................................... 20, 439
Operation .......................................... 20, 440
Releasing ................................................. 593
Won’t Move ............................................ 593
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 60
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 187
Sequential Mode ...................................... 441
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 442
Setting the Clock ...................................... 110
Shift Lever ........................................... 20, 439
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 73, 440
Shift Lever Positions ................................. 439
Shifting (Transmission) ............................. 439
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 38
Side Airbags ................................................ 49
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 51
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 228
SMS Text Message ............................ 357, 369
Snow Tires ................................................. 550
Spare Tire .................................................. 607
Spark Plugs ................................................ 606
Specifications ............................................ 606
Specified Fuel .................................... 510, 606 SRS Airbags (Airbags)
................................. 44
Starting the Engine .................................. 432
Does Not Start......................................... 587
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 139
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 590
Remote Engine Start................................ 434
Steering Wheel ......................................... 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Stopping ................................................... 503
Summer Tires ............................................ 550
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ... 6, 7
Synchronization Mode ............................. 177
System Message Indicator .......................... 77
T
Temperature Sensor................................. 178
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 566
Text Message .................... 357, 369, 409, 411
Time (Setting) ........................................... 110
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 448
Indicator............................................ 77, 599
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