headlights Acura Integra 2000 Hatchback Owner's Manual

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WINDSHIEL D WIPERS/WASHER S
(P . 64 )
HOR
N BUTTON S

TIL T ADJUSTMEN T

(P . 66 )
HEADLIGHTS/TUR
N SIGNAL S

(P . 62 /63 )

MOONROO
F

(P .
85 )

CRUIS
E CONTRO L

(P .
67 ) INSTRUMEN
T PANE L
BRIGHTNES S

(P .
63 ) HAZAR
D WARNIN G LIGHT S

(P .
65 ) REA
R WINDO W DEFOGGE R

(P .
65 )

Instrument
s an d Control s

This section gives information about the controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation of

your Acura. All the essential controls
are within easy reach.

Control Locations............................ 52

Indicator Lights................................ 53
Gauges.............................................. 58

Speedometer................................ 58

Tachometer.................................. 58
Odometer...................................... 58

Trip Meter.................................... 58
Fuel Gauge................................... 59

Temperature Gauge.................... 59 Maintenance Required
Indicator.................................... 60

Controls Near the Steering Wheel....................................... 61
Headlights.................................... 62
Daytime Running Lights............. 62 Instrument Panel Brightness..... 63
Turn Signals................................. 63

Windshield Wipers...................... 64

Windshield Washers................... 64
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer...................................... 65

Hazard Warning .......................... 65

Rear Window Defogger
.............. 65

Steering Wheel Adjustment ...... 66

Steering Wheel Controls................ 67
Cruise Control.............................. 67
Keys and Locks................................

71

Keys...............................................
71

Immobilizer System....................
. 72

Ignition Switch............................. 73

Door Locks................................... 75
Power Door/Hatch Locks.......... 75

Hatch............................................. 76
Glove Box..................................... 78

Seat Adjustments............................ 79

Front Seat Adjustments.............. 79
Driver's Seat Height
Adjustment
.............................. 80

Driver's Lumbar Support............ 80
Rear Seat Access........................ 81

Head Restraints...........................
82

Folding Rear Seat .......................... 83 Cargo Area Cover............................ 83

Power Windows............................... 84

Moonroof.......................................... 85

Mirrors.............................................. 86

Adjusting the Power Mirrors .....
86

Parking Brake..................................
87

Digital Clock .................................... 88

Beverage Holder.............................. 89

Console Compartment.................... 90

Cigarette Lighter............................. 90

Ashtrays............................................ 91 Interior Lights.................................. 92

Instrument s an d Control s

Indicato
r Light s
Hig h Bea m Indicato r
This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 62 forinformation on the headlight
controls.
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 62). Immobilize
r Syste m
Indicato r
This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition
switch ON (II). It will then go off if
you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink
and the engine will not start (see
page 70 ).
This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Instruments an d Control s

Control
s Nea r th e Steerin g Whee l
The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving
features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The controls on the dashboard to the right of the steering column are for
the instrument panel brightness,
hazard warning lights and rear
window defogger.
The moonroof switch and cruise control switch are to the left of the
steering column.
The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering columnallows you to tilt the steering wheel.

Instruments an d Control s
WINDSHIEL
D

WIPERS/WASHER S

HOR
N
BUTTON S

TIL T ADJUSTMEN T

HEADLIGHTS /

TUR N SIGNAL S
MOONROO
F
HAZAR
D WARNIN G
LIGHT S REA
R WINDO W

DEFOGGE R

INSTRUMEN
T PANE L

BRIGHTNES S

CRUIS
E
CONTRO L

Control
s Nea r th e Steerin g Whee l
Headlight s
The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the position turns
on the parking lights, taillights,
instrument panel lights, side-marker
lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the
position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)

or LOCK (0), you will hear a
reminder beeper when you open the driver's door.
To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal leveruntil you hear a click, then let go.
The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 57). To flash the high beams, pull the
turn signal lever back lightly, thenrelease it. The high beams will come
on and go off.
The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, no
matter what position the headlightswitch is in.
Daytim e Runnin g Light s
(Canadia n Models )
With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on
with the switch.

Instrument s an d Control s

Moonroof
, Mirror s

If you try to open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or whenit is covered with snow or ice, you can
damage the moonroof panel or motor.
Mirror
s

TAB
Keep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces
glare from headlights behind you.Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night

position.
Adjusting the Power Mirrors

Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver's
door:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Move the selector switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's

side).

Instrument s an d Control s

NOTIC
E
SELECTO
R SWITC H
Closing the moonroof on

someone's hands or fingers can

cause serious injury.

Make sure passengers are

clear of the moonroof before

closing it.

Drivin
g in Ba d Weathe r

Rain, fog, and snow conditions re-
quire a different driving technique
because of reduced traction and
visibility. Keep your car well- maintained and exercise greatercaution when you need to drive in
bad weather. The cruise control should not be used in these condi-

tions.
Drivin
g Techniqu e — Always drive
slower than you would in dry
weather. It takes your car longer to react, even in conditions that may seem just barely damp. Apply
smooth, even pressure to all the
controls. Abrupt steering wheel
movements or sudden, hard appli-
cation of the brakes can cause loss of
control in wet weather. Be extra
cautious for the first few miles (kilometers) of driving while you
adjust to the change in driving
conditions. This is especially true in snow. A person can forget some
snow-driving techniques during the
summer months. Practice is needed
to relearn those skills.
Exercise extra caution when driving
in rain after a long dry spell. After
months of dry weather, the first
rains bring oil to the surface of the
roadway, making it slippery. Visibilit
y — Being able to see
clearly in all directions and being
visible to other drivers are important in all weather conditions. This is
more difficult in bad weather. To be
seen more clearly during daylight
hours, turn on your headlights.
Inspect your windshield wipers and
washers frequently. Keep the wind- shield washer reservoir full of the
proper fluid. Have the windshield
wiper blades replaced if they start to streak the windshield or leave parts
unwiped. Use the defrosters and air
conditioning to keep the windows
from fogging up on the inside (see
page 100).
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Drivin g

Owne
r Maintenanc e Check s
You should check the following items at the specified intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the page given. Engine oil level — Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page 127.
Engine coolant level — Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you fill the fuel tank. See page 128.
Windshield washer fluid — Check the level in the reservoir monthly.If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers frequently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
for fuel. See page 181. Automatic transmission — Check
the fluid level monthly. See page
182.

Brakes — Check the fluid level
monthly. See page 183. Tires — Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
196.

Lights — Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page 203.

Maintenance

Light
s

Check the following: Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
High-mount brake light
Turn signals Back-up lights
Hazard light function License plate light
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian models)
If you find any bulbs are burned out,
replace them as soon as possible.
Refer to the chart on page 251 to
determine what type of replacement
bulb is needed.
Maintenanc e
BACK-U
P LIGH T
TURN SIGNA L SID
E MARKE R LIGH T
LICENS E PLAT E LIGH T
TAILLIGHT/BRAKE LIGH T

Light
s

Headligh t Aimin g
The headlights were properly aimed when your car was new. You should check their aim if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or pull a trailer. Each headlight assembly
has horizontal and vertical adjust-
ment indicators. These are set to
their "0" positions after the head-
lights are aimed at the factory. To check these settings:
1. Make sure the fuel tank is full.

Park the car on level ground.
2. The driver or someone who

weighs the same should be sitting in the driver's seat for all checks
and adjustments.
Load your vehicle with the items
you normally carry.

If you usually pull a trailer, load it as
you would normally and attach it to the car. Push down on the front and
rear bumpers several times to makesure the car is sitting normally. 3. Open the hood.
4. Check the horizontal angle gauge.

The line on the adjustment screw
indicator should line up with the"0" mark on the gauge.

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Maintenanc e
HORIZONTA
L ANGL E GAUG E

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