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Features
Voice Control Operation
Your vehicle has a voice control syst em that allows hands-free operation.
The voice control system uses the (Tal k) and (hang-up/back) buttons on the
steering wheel and a microphone near the map lights in the ceiling.
To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the voice control system:
• Make sure the correct screen is displa yed for the voice command that you are
using.
The system recognizes only certain commands.
Available voice command P. 252
• Close the windows and moonroof.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents so air does not blow onto the microphone in
the ceiling.
• Speak clearly in a natural speaking vo ice without pausing between words.
• Reduce any background noise if possible. The system may misinterpret your
command if more than one person is speaking at the same time.
■Voice Recognition
Models with navigation system
1Voice Control Operation
When you press the button, a helpful prompt asks
what you would like to do. Press and release the
button again to bypass th is prompt and give a
command.
1 Voice Recognition
The voice control system can only be used from the
driver’s seat because the microphone unit removes
noises from the front passenger’s side.
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Features
General Information on the Audio System
SiriusXM® Radio Service
1. You need your radio ID ready before regist ering for subscription. To see the ID in
the On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM, select channel up/down icons until CH000
and the radio ID appears.
2. Have your radio ID and credit card num ber ready, and either call or visit the
SiriusXM ® website to subscribe.
Switch to the SiriusXM ® mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the steering
wheel, or through the On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM, and stay in this mode for
about 30 minutes until the service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open
area with good reception.
Loading...:
SiriusXM ® is loading the audio or program information.
No Signal:
The signal is too weak in the current location.
Unsubscribed channel:
You are not subscribed to the channel selected.
Unavailable channel:
No such channel exists, the channel is not pa rt of your subscription, or the artist or
title information is unavailable.
Check the antenna, Disconnect ed antenna, Shorted antenna:
There is a problem with the SiriusXM ® antenna. Contact a dealer.
■Subscribing to SiriusXM® Radio
■Receiving SiriusXM® Radio
■SiriusXM® Radio Display Messages
1 Subscribing to SiriusXM ® Radio
Contact Information for SiriusXM ® Radio:
•U.S.: SiriusXM ® Radio at www.siriusxm.com/
subscribenow or 1-877-447-0011
•Canada: SiriusXM ® Canada at www.siriusxm.ca/
subscribe-now or 1-877-209-0079
1Receiving SiriusXM ® Radio
The SiriusXM ® satellites are in orbit over the equator;
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause
satellite reception interruptions. Sa tellite signals are
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you travel from the
equator.
You may experience rece ption problems under the
following circumstances:
•In a location with an obstruction to the south of
your vehicle.
•In tunnels
•On the lower level of a multi-tiered road•Large items carried on the roof rack
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Features
Compass*
When you set the power mode to ON, the compass self-calibrates, and the compass
display appears.
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. On the top screen of any source, press and hold for five seconds.
u The display switches to the Compass Settings screen.
3. Rotate to select Calibration, then press .
4. When the display changes to Calibration Start, press .
5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.
u The compass starts to show a di rection after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.
1 Compass*
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:
•Driving near power lines or stations•Crossing a bridge
•Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance
•When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets
1 Compass Calibration
Calibrate the compass in an open area.
While setting the compass, press the BACK button to
cancel the setting mode a nd return to the previous
screen.
Models with navigation self -calibrate using GPS. The
compass in the MID and the direction arrow on the
map screen (when Heading-Up view selected) may
not be in sync when firs t starting the vehicle, but
should correct themselves as you drive.
If the compass in the MID continues to indicate an
incorrect direction, please see your Acura dealer.
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 602
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.
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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 that you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Acura accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause elec trical 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 in
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 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 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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Index
Automatic Transmission........................... 471
Creeping ................................................. 471
Fluid ........................................................ 591
Kickdown ................................................ 471
Operating the Shift Button....................... 474
Shifting.................................................... 472
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 236
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 122
Average Speed .......................................... 123
AWD .......................................................... 523
B
Back-Up Light ............................................ 596
Battery ....................................................... 611
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 653
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 611
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ...................................... 211
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 520
Indicator .................................................... 99
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 296
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 393
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 340
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 73Brake System
............................................ 528
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 534
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 532
Brake Assist System ................................. 535
Brake System Indicator .............................. 79
Fluid ........................................................ 592
Foot Brake............................................... 531
Indicator...................................... 78, 79, 655
Parking Brake .......................................... 528
Brake System (Amber) Indicator.................................................... 79
Brake System (Red) Indicator............................................ 78, 655
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 184
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 520
Built-in Key ............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement .................................... 593
Back-Up Light.......................................... 596
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light .... 594
Fog Lights ............................................... 593
Front Turn Signal/Parking, Daytime Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 593
Headlights ............................................... 593
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 597
Puddle Lights........................................... 597
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 597
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 593
Taillights.................................................. 596
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights.............. 595
Bulb Specifications ................................... 672
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 559
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Carrying Cargo ................................. 447, 449
CD Player .................................................. 268
Center Pocket ........................................... 210
Certification Label ................................... 674
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 593
Charging System Indicator ................ 82, 653
Child Safety ................................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 153
Child Seat ................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 58
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 66
Larger Children ......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 153
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 620
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 618
Client Service Information ....................... 683
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
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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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Index
Opening/ClosingHood ...................................................... 582
Moonroof ............................................... 168
Power Windows...................................... 166
Tailgate................................................... 155
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 169
Outside Temperature Display ................. 122
Overhead Screen ...................................... 338
Overheating ............................................. 651
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ......... 479
Panic Mode ............................................... 165
Parking ..................................................... 545
Parking Brake ........................................... 528
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ........................................... 78, 655
Parking Sensor System ............................. 547
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 173
Power Tailgate ......................................... 157
Power Windows ....................................... 166
Precautions While Driving ....................... 470
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 470
Rain ........................................................ 470
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) ................................. 627, 634
R
Radiator.................................................... 590
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 254
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 257
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 255
Range ........................................................ 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 255
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 678
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
From the Front Panel ............................... 226
From the Rear Panel ................................ 229
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 185
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 335
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 352
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 337
Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playable Discs .......................................... 357
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 340
Wireless Headphones .............................. 335
Rear Seats .................................................. 203
Second Row Seat ............................. 196, 197
Third Row Seat ........................................ 203
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 189
Refueling ................................................... 568
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 119
Gasoline .......................................... 568, 672
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 526, 605, 675 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 467
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Replacement
Battery ............................ 613, 614, 615, 616
Bulbs ....................................................... 593
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 598
Fuses ............................... 658, 661, 663, 664
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 600
Tires ........................................................ 608
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 677
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 190
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 504
On and Off.............................................. 506
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Checklist .......................................... 32
Safety Labels ............................................... 75
Safety Message ............................................. 1
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