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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
u If the coolant level is below the MIN
mark, add the specified coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
2Engine Compartment Cover P. 583
3.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Acura engine cool ant is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as about −31°F (−35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult a dealer for
details.
If Acura antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand of non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Acur a coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction
or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled
with Acura antifreeze/cool ant as soon as possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
MIN
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Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 583
3.Turn the radiator cap 1/8 turn counter-
clockwise and relieve any pressure in the
cooling system.
4. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
5. The coolant level should be up to the base
of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it
fully.
■Radiator1Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the engine compartment.
Radiator Cap
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing 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.
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 resin 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.
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong 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 correct coating material when
you want to repair the pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the multi-information display may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve TankMAXMIN
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 L)
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
SpecifiedAcura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 L)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.96 US gal (7.40 L)
(change including the remaining 0.22 US gal
(0.82 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Model with 18 inch wheel
*2: Model with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize245/60R18 105H*1
245/50R20 102H*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare
*
Size T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
687
Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 534
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................ 623
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 213
AcuraLink ................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 489
Indicator ................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 589
Engine Oil ............................................... 584
Washer ................................................... 592
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 584
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 204
Front Seats.............................................. 192
Head Restraints ....................... 198, 200, 201
Headlights .............................................. 593
Mirrors.................................................... 189
Rear Seats ............................................... 203
Steering Wheel ....................................... 188
Temperature ........................................... 122
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 519
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 219
Changing the Mode................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 225
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 617 Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors .................................................... 230
Synchronized Mode ................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Air Pressure ....................................... 603, 673
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ......................................... 45
Airbag Care ............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 53, 86
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 254
Android Auto ............................................ 303
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 534
Indicator .................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 299
Armrest ..................................................... 204
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 237
Audio System ............................................ 232
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 236
Error Messages ........................................ 308
General Information ................................ 316
HDD ........................................................ 271
Internet Radio .......................................... 291 iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293
Reactivating ............................................ 236
Recommended CDs ................................. 317
Recommended Devices............................ 318
Remote Controls ..................................... 237
Security Code .......................................... 236
Theft Protection ...................................... 236
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 318
USB Port.................................................. 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 682
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 154
Customize ....................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 177
Indicator.................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 480
OFF Button .............................................. 481
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 532
Indicator.................................................. 532
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator.................................................. 532
Automatic Folding Door Mirror ..............
191
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 181
Automatic Lighting ................

.................. 174
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Index
Synchronized Mode ................................ 223
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 219
Clock ......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 536
Coat Hook ................................................ 215
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 536
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 627, 673
Compass .................................................... 443
Console Compartment ............................. 209
Controls .................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 589
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 589
Overheating ............................................ 651
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 471
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 551
Cup Holders .............................................. 211
Customized Features ....................... 126, 358
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 176
Dead Battery ............................................ 649
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 225
Detachable Anchor .................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 675
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 173 Rearview Mirror ....................................... 189
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 585
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 172
Door Mirrors ............................................. 190
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 154
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 154
Door Open Message .................................. 32
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside............................................... 13, 151
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 149
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 605
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ....................................................... 445
Automatic Transmission ........................... 471
Braking .................................................... 528
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 463
Shifting Gear ........................................... 472
Starting the Engine .................................. 465
Driving Position Memory System ............. 186
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 486
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 123
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator .................................................... 80 Switch ..................................................... 528
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 517
Emergency ................................................ 666
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 678
Engine ....................................................... 674
Coolant ................................................... 589
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Oil ........................................................... 584
Remote Engine Start................................ 467
Starting ................................................... 465
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 583
Engine Coolant ......................................... 589
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 589
Overheating ............................................ 651
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil ................................................. 584
Adding .................................................... 586
Checking................................................. 585
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 577
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 653
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 584
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 169
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 88, 655
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 620
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 190
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Index
F
Features..................................................... 231
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 617
Oil ........................................................... 587
Flat Tire ............................................. 627, 634
Floor Mats ................................................. 619
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 591
Brake ....................................................... 592
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Windshield Washer .................................. 592
Fog Lights .................................................. 176
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 197
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 203
Foot Brake ................................................. 531
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 192
Adjusting ................................................. 192
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 487
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 571
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 123
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Range ...................................................... 123
Recommendation .................................... 568
Refueling ................................................. 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 571
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................. 20 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 20, 569
Unable to Unlock .................................... 667
Fuses .......................................................... 658
Inspecting and Changing......................... 665
Locations......................... 658, 661, 663, 664
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 571
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 568
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling................................................. 568
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 474
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 472
Glass (care) ................................................ 621
Glove Box .................................................. 208
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 625
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 393
Auto Answer ........................................... 410
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 412
Automatic Transferring............................ 410
Displaying Messages................................ 430
HFL Buttons............................................. 393 HFL Menus.............................................. 396
HFL Status Display ................................... 394
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 395
Making a Call ......................................... 421
Options During a Call.............................. 427
Phone Setup ........................................... 401
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 416
Receiving a Call....................................... 426
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 428
Ring Tone ............................................... 411
Roadside Assistance ................................ 434
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 429
Speed Dial .............................................. 413
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 408
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .................................................. 406
Use Contact Photo .................................. 411
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 271
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port ............................................. 337
Head Restraints ........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlight Washers ................................... 183
Headlights ................................................ 173
Aiming.................................................... 593
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 177
Automatic Operation .............................. 174
Dimming......................................... 173, 176
Operating ............................................... 173
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 185
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 216
Heated Windshield .................................. 185
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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 509
Indicator .................................................... 93
Language (HFL) ......................................... 394
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 61, 68
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 146
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto .......................................... 331
License information .................................. 334
Lights ................................................. 173, 593
Automatic ............................................... 174
Bulb Replacement .................................... 593
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 176
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Interior .................................................... 206
Light Switches ......................................... 173
Lights On Indicator .................................... 89
Turn Signals ............................................. 172
Load Limits ................................................ 449
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 154
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 153
From Inside .............................................. 151
From Outside ........................................... 142
Keys ........................................................ 139
Using a Key ............................................. 148
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 149
Low Battery Charge .................................. 653
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 653
Lower Anchors ...................................... 61, 68 Lubricant Specifications Chart
................. 673
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 449
Lumbar Support ....................................... 192
M
Maintenance............................................. 573
Battery .................................................... 611
Brake Fluid .............................................. 592
Cleaning ................................................. 618
Climate Control System ........................... 617
Coolant ................................................... 589
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 577
Oil ........................................................... 585
Precautions ............................................. 574
Radiator .................................................. 590
Remote Control....................................... 615
Remote Transmitter ......................... 613, 614
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 593
Safety...................................................... 575
Service Items ........................................... 579
Tires ........................................................ 602
Transmission Fluid ................................... 591
Under the Hood ...................................... 581
Wireless Headphone................................ 616
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 82, 654
Map Lights ................................................ 207
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 449
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 119
MID (Multi-information Display) ............. 120Mirrors
...................................................... 189
Adjusting ................................................ 189
Door ....................................................... 190
Exterior ................................................... 190
Interior Rearview ..................................... 189
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 623
Moonroof ................................................. 168
MP3 ................................................... 268, 293
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls .................................................. 120
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............ 120
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 556
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 674
O
Odometer................................................. 121
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 463
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 584
Adding ................................................... 586
Checking ................................................ 585
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 577
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 653
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 584
Viscosity.................................................. 584
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 240
Open Source Licenses .............................. 333
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