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Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance
Air Conditioning
To ensure proper and safe operation, th e Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE
J2845) recommends that the refrigerant system only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
Never repair or replace the air conditioning evaporator (cooling coil) with one
removed from a used or salvaged vehicle.
New replacement mobile air conditioning evaporators must be certified (and
labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.
Dust and Pollen Filter
The climate control system is equipped with a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust a nd pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1 Climate Control System Maintenance
NOTICE
Vented refrigerant is harmful to the environmentM
To avoid refrigerant from venting, never replace the
evaporator with one re moved from a used or
salvaged vehicleM
Refrigerant in your vehicle

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Maintenance
Cleaning
Interior Care
Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.
■Cleaning Seat Belts
1Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle. Electrical
devices and systems may ma lfunction if liquids are
splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sprays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches. Doing so may
cause the items to malfunction or cause a fire inside
the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their compos ition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-ba sed parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemicals, make su re to gently wipe them
away using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
Opening
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Wipe using a glass cleaner.
The front and rear floor mats hook over floor
anchors, which keep them from sliding
forward. To remove a mat for cleaning, turn
the anchor knobs to the unlock position.
When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn
the knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mats.
■Cleaning the Window
■Floor Mats
1 Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
Be careful not to spill fluids, such as water or glass
cleaner, on or around the co ver of both the front
sensor camera and the rainfall/light
* sensor.
2 Automatic Operation (automatic lighting
control) P. 144
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers
* P. 151
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 496
1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat fl oor mat properly. If not
properly positioned, the fl oor mat can interfere with
the front seat functions.
Unlock
Lock
* Not available on all models
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To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allo w leather to air dry in the shade.
■Maintaining Genuine Leather1Maintaining Genuine Leather
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. St anding too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resi n coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lo se their luster or appear burn ished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 600
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Acura parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Acura has appr oved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, draine d battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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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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