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436Maintenance
CleaningInterior CareUse 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 malfunction 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 a fire
inside the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their composition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-based parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemicals, make sure to gently wipe them
off using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump StartingTurn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.■
Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.
3
WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Engine Cover
Pin
Booster Battery

487Information
Devices that Emit Radio WavesThe following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below:As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.AcuraLinkAudio SystemBlind Spot Information SystemBluetooth® AudioBluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®HomeLink® Universal TransceiverCollision Mitigation Braking System
TM
Immobilizer SystemRemote TransmitterKeyless Access SystemTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Index
495Index
Index
AAAC................................................... 225, 235
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 373
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 179
Accessories and Modifications ................ 390
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 178
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 339
Indicator ................................................... 82
Additives Coolant .................................................. 407
Engine Oil ............................................... 402
Washer ................................................... 410
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 402
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 171
Front Seats.............................................. 161
Head Restraints ....................... 164, 165, 166
Headlights .............................................. 411
Mirrors.................................................... 158
Rear Seats ............................................... 168
Second Row Seat .................................... 162
Steering Wheel ....................................... 157
Temperature ........................................... 100
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 364
Aha
TM Menu ............................................. 234
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 244
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 185
Changing the Mode................................ 188 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 192
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 435
Rear Climate Control System ................... 193
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 190
Sensors .................................................... 197
Synchronized Mode ................................. 189
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 185
Air Pressure ....................................... 422, 485
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 46
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator .............................................. 51, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ...................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 218
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 373
Indicator .................................................... 74
Armrest ..................................................... 171
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 204
Audio System ............................................ 200
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 216
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 202
Error Messages ........................................ 240
General Information ................................ 245 Internet Radio ......................................... 232
iPod ........................................................ 228
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 225, 235
Reactivating ............................................ 203
Recommended CDs ................................. 246
Recommended Devices............................ 248
Remote Controls ..................................... 204
Security Code .......................................... 203
Shortcuts................................................. 207
Theft Protection ...................................... 203
USB Flash Drives .............................. 235, 248
USB Port.................................................. 201
Authorized Manuals ................................ 493
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 127
Customize ....................................... 109, 260
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 150
Automatic Lighting .................................. 146
Automatic Transmission ........................... 330
Creeping ................................................. 330
Fluid ........................................................ 409
Kickdown ................................................ 330
Operating the Shift Lever................... 17, 332
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 333
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 467
Shifting ................................................... 331
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 202
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 100
Average Speed ......................................... 101
AWD .......................................................... 367

496Index
BBack-Up Light............................................ 415
Battery ....................................................... 430
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 470
Jump Starting .......................................... 465
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 430
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 31
Beverage Holders ...................................... 177
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 365
Indicator .................................................... 83
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 238
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 269
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 65
Brake System ............................................. 371
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 373
Brake Assist System ................................. 374
Brake System Indicator............................... 70
Fluid ........................................................ 410
Foot Brake ............................................... 372
Indicator ............................................ 70, 472
Parking Brake .......................................... 371
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 153
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ........ 365
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 411
Back-Up Light .......................................... 415
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light............. 413
Daytime Running Light ............................ 148
Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/
Parking Light.......................................... 412
Headlights ............................................... 411
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 416 LED Puddle Light ..................................... 416
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 416
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Light...................................................... 412
Taillight and Rear Side Marker Light ........ 414
Bulb Specifications ................................... 484
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 66
Carrying Cargo ................................. 307, 309
CD Player ................................................... 225
Center Pocket ........................................... 176
Certification Label .................................... 486
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 411
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 470
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 126
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 65
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 126
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 438
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 436
Client Service Information ....................... 494Climate Control System
........................... 185
Changing the Mode................................ 188
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 192
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 435
Rear Climate Control System................... 193
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 190
Sensors ................................................... 197
Synchronized Mode ................................ 189
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 185
Clock ......................................................... 114
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 375
Coat Hook ................................................ 180
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM) ................................................. 375
Indicator ................................................... 83
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 443, 485
Compass .................................................... 302
Console Compartment ............................. 175
Controls .................................................... 113
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 407
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 408
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 407
Overheating ............................................ 468
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 330
Cruise Control .......................................... 336
Indicator ................................................... 78
Cup Holders .............................................. 177
Customized Features ....................... 104, 249