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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
1Precautions 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 select
( N while driving as you will lose engine
braking (and accelera tion) 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)
after purchasing your new vehicle or replacing the
brake pads or rotors, to allow for proper break-in.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 516
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..517
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 518
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 519
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 524
Opening the Hood ........................... 525
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 526
Oil Check ......................................... 527
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 528
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...529
Engine Coolant ................................ 531
Transmission Fluid ............................ 533
Brake Fluid ....................................... 534
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 534
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 535
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 540
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 542
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 543
Tire Labeling .................................... 543
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ..545Wear Indicators................................ 547 Tire Service Life ................................ 547
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 548
Tire Rotation .................................... 549
Winter Tires ..................................... 550
Battery ............................................... 551
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Remote Battery .......... 552
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 554Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 555
Exterior Care.................................... 558
Accessories and Modifications ........ 561
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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 Ac ura 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.
■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 (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake
distribution system is not wo rking. This 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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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
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
Tires........................................................... 542
Air Pressure ..................................... 543, 607
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 542
Flat Tire (Puncture) ................................... 565
Inspection ................................................ 542
Labeling................................................... 543
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 565
Regulations.............................................. 545
Rotation .................................................. 549
Spare Tire ................................................ 607
Summer................................................... 550
Temporary Tire Repair Kit......................... 566
Tire Chains .............................................. 550
Wear Indicators ....................................... 547
Winter ..................................................... 550
Tools .......................................................... 564
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 431
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 431
Emergency............................................... 603
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 448
Transmission .............................................. 439
Automatic ............................................... 439
Fluid ........................................................ 533
Gear Position Indicator............................... 73
Number ................................................... 608
Sequential Mode ..................................... 441
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................... 440
Trip Meter ................................................... 96
Troubleshooting ....................................... 563
Blown Fuse ...................................... 600, 601 Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 26
Emergency Towing .................................. 603
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 587
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 565
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 594
Premium Gasoline ........................... 510, 606
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 565
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 25, 126
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 593
Warning Indicators .................................... 72
Trunk ......................................................... 128
Lid........................................................... 128
Light Bulb................................................ 606
Open Message .......................................... 87
Turn Signals .............................................. 142
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 78
Turn-by-Turn Directions ............................. 97
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 123, 434
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 115
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 14, 124
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 180, 181
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 295
USB Port .................................................... 182
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 115
V
Vanity Mirrors.............................................. 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 608
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA® ).............. 443
Off Button .............................................. 444
Off Indicator ............................................. 77
System Indicator ....................................... 76
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 526, 607
Voice Control Operation ......................... 222
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 223
Voice Recognition ................................... 222
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM).............. 443
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 218
Wallpaper Setup ...................................... 190
Warning and Information Messages ........ 85
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 596
Warning Labels .......................................... 70
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 613
Watts ........................................................ 606
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 547
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 583
Window Washers ..................................... 150
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 534
Switch .................................................... 150
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 135
Windshield ............................................... 150
Cleaning ................................................. 559
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