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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate th e wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you select the transmission to
(R with the front wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automati cally as follows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wipe r switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
INT: Intermittent
OFF ON : Continuous wipe
Washer
Front Wiper Operation Rear Wiper Operation
IntermittentIntermittent
Low speed wipe
High speed wipe Continuous
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Controls
Turn the headlights on and press the
headlight washer button to operate.
The headlight washers also operate when you
turn the windshield wash ers for the first time
after the power mode is set to ON.
■Headlight Washers
Canadian models
1 Headlight Washers
The headlight washers use th e same fluid reservoir as
the windshield washers.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness Control
When the power mode is in ON, you can use
the
(+ or (- button to adjust instrument
panel brightness.
To brighten: Press the
(+ button.
To dim: Press the
(- button.
You will hear a beep when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. The MID will
return to its original state several seconds after
you adjust the brightness.
■Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the MID
while you are adjusting it.
1 Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightne ss varies, depending on
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are
on.
When it is bright out side and the headlight
integration with the wi per is activated, the
instrument panel bri ghtness does not change.
Rolling the multi-function st eering-wheel changes to
a different display.
If you press the
( + button until the brightness display
is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels the
reduced instrument panel brightness when the
parking lights are on.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
( + Button
(- Button
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDefogger/Heated Door Mirror
Controls
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Press the heated windshield button to deice
the windshield when the power mode is in
ON.
Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window
and mirrors when the power mode is in ON. The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
■Heated Windshield Button
Canadian models1Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged or deiced.
1 Heated Windshield Button
When the outside temperature is below 4°C, the
heated windshield may auto matically activate. The
system deactivates itself once the outside
temperature reaches 6°C.
■Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to damage the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System
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Controls
Driving Position Memory System
You can store two driver’s seat (except for power lumbar), steering wheel and door
mirror positions with the driv ing position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, or keyless
access system, the seat and door mirrors adjust automatically to one of the two
preset positions.
The steering wheel will move to the stored position when you set the power mode
to ACCESSORY.
The MID shows you which remote transmitter you used to unlock the vehicle when
you enter.
• DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1.
• DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2.
The driver’s seat moves rearward and steering
wheel fully up depending on the set seating
position once you
•Stop the vehicle.
• Put the transmission in
(P.
• Turn the engine off.
• Then open the driver’s door.
Once the power mode is in the ACCESSORY
position, the driver’s s eat driver’s seat and
steering wheel moves to the DRIVER 1 or 2
preset position.
1 Driving Position Memory System
Using the audio/information screen or MID, you can
disable the automatic seat, steering wheel and door
mirrors adjustment function. 2 Customized Features P. 117, 263
The driver’s seat easy exit feature:
•Can be turned ON/OFF. 2Customized Features P. 117
System Operation
The system will not operate if:
•The vehicle speed is above 3 mph (5 km/h).•Either memory position button is pressed while the
seat or steering wheel is in motion.
•The seat or steering wheel position is adjusted
while in operation.
•The memory 1 or 2 position is set fully to the rear.
DRIVER 1 DRIVER 2
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Controls
1. Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the
driver’s seat, the steering wheel and the
door mirrors to the desired position.
2. Press the SET button.
u You will hear a beep, and the memory
button indicator light will blink.
3. Press memory button
(1 or (2 within five
seconds of pressing the SET button.
u Once the seat, the steering wheel and
the outside mirror positions have been
memorized, the indicator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
1. Select
(P.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button (
(1 or (2).
u You will hear a beep, and the indicator
light will blink.
The seat, the steering wheel and the door
mirrors will automatically move to the
memorized positions. When it has finished
moving, you will hear the beep, and the
indicator light stays on.
■Storing a Position in Memory1 Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when:
•You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.
•You readjust the seat, the steering wheel or the
outside mirror position before the double-beep.
•You set the power mode to any position except
ON.
Memory Button 1
Memory Button 2SET Button
■Recalling the Stored Position1Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will st op moving if you:
•Press the SET button, or a memory button ((1 or
(2).•Adjust the seat, the st eering wheel or the door
mirror position.
•Select into any position except ( P.
Memory Buttons
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Controls
Adjusting the Seats
Adjusting the Seat Positions
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible
while allowing you to ma intain full control of
the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright,
well back in the seat and be able to
adequately press the pedals without leaning
forward, and grip the steering wheel
comfortably. The passenger’s seat should be
adjusted in a similar manner, so that it is as far
back from the front airbag in the dashboard
as possible.
■Adjusting the fro nt power seats
1Adjusting the Seats
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
and Transport Cana da recommend that drivers allow
at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the
steering wheel and the chest.
Always make seat adjustments before driving.
3WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result
in serious injury or death if the front
airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front
airbags as possible while maintaining
control of the vehicle.
Move back.
Allow sufficient
space.
Horizontal Position
Adjustment
Height Adjustment
Seat-back Angle
Adjustment Lumbar Support
Adjustment
*
* Not available on all models
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Controls
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To clos e, push it again until
it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.
The power mode must be in ON to use the
heated steering wheel.
Press the button on the left side of the
steering wheel.
When a comfortable temperature is reached,
press the button again to turn it off.
The heated steering wheel is turned off every
time you start the engine, even if you turned it
on the last time you drove the vehicle.
■Sunglasses Holder1 Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed wh ile driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push
■Heated Steering Wheel
Canadian models
1 Heated Steering Wheel
Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously
when the engine is off. Under such conditions, the
battery may be weaken ed, making the engine
difficult to start.
Indicator
Heated Steering Wheel Button
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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way th at you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of ca rgo on the roof rack (Acura accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine,
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.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not change the gear position 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 on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performa nce. 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 or VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK) while driving, the engine will shut down
and all steering and brake pow er assist functions will
stop, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not change the gear position to
( N, as you will
lose engine braking (and acceleration) 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).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
Driving
Provides assistance to keep the vehicle in the center of the lane, when the vehicle
nears a white or yellow line, steering force of the electric power steering will become
stronger.
When the vehicle enters the warning area , LKAS alerts you with slight steering
wheel vibration as well a warning display.
■Lane Keep Support Function1 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
When the vehicle enters the warning area, lane
departure warning is prov ided by steering wheel
vibration and display.
■Lane Departure Warning Function
Warning Area
Warning Area
* Not available on all models
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