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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display (MID) P. 578
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 654
●Appears when there is a problem with the power
tailgate system.●Manually open or close the power tailgate.●Have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you turn the Auto Idle Stop system on.
2 Auto Idle Stop P. 480
●Appears when Auto Engine Idle Stop Guidance
Screens On has been selected from the customization
menu.
2 Auto Idle Stop P. 480
●Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate for
some reason.
●Appears when the engine restarts automatically.●Appears when the battery te mperature is around 14°F
(−10°C) or lower.
●Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate because
the climate control system is in use, and the difference
between the set temperature and actual interior
temperature becomes significant.
●Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate because
the engine coolant temperature is too low or high.
●Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate because
the battery charge level is low.
●Appears when the battery is low performance.
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal. 2 Overheating P. 654
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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uHonda App License Agreement
Continued
Features
E. Information Collection and Storage
1. Information Collection , Use, Transmission and Storage of Data. Consent to Use of Data:
You agree that HONDA and PROVIDERS may
collect and use your information gathered in any manner as part of product support services related to the SOFTWARE or related services.
HONDA may share such information with third parties, including, without limitation, PR OVIDERS, third party software and services
suppliers, their affiliates and/or their designated agents, solely to improve their products or to provide services or technolo gies to you.
HONDA, third party software and syst ems suppliers, their affiliates and/or their de signated agent may disclose this information to others,
but not in a form that pe rsonally identifies you.
2. Information Storage.
Depending on the type of mult imedia system you have in your VEHICLE, certain information may be stored for ease
of use of the SOFTWARE including, without limitation, search hi story, location history in certain applications, previous and saved
destinations, map locations within certain applications, and device numbers and contact information.
(a) Vehicle Health Information.
Your VEHICLE may remotely transmit information re garding the status and health of your VEHICLE
(“VEHICLE INFORMATION”) to HONDA without notification to you. VEHICLE INFORMATION may contain VEHICLE maintenance and
malfunction status that is derived from VEHICLE diagnostic data and includes, but is not limited to, status of powered doors and windows,
battery life data, battery charging data, VE HICLE speed, coolant temperature, air comp ressor revolution, output power, warning codes,
diagnostic trouble codes, fuel injection volume, and engine rotati ons per minute. VEHICLE HEALTH INFORMATION may be used by HON DA
for research and development, to deliver HONDA SERVICES and informat ion to you, and to contact you, and is retained only for a period
of time necessary to fulfill these goals.
(b) VEHICLE Geolocation Data (non-navigation/map based).
If you opt-in to geolocation-based SERVICES, your vehicle’s geolocation data
(latitude and longitude) will be automatically sent from your VEHICLE to HONDA and PROVIDERS.
(c) You understand that the inputting or uploading of information to your VEHICLE’s multimedia system or the SOFTWARE or SERVIC ES is
at your own risk and that HONDA is not responsible for unauthori zed access to or use of any personal or other information. All information
uploaded to the SOFTWARE and SERVICES may be stored on your VEHICLES’s multimedia system and you understand that the security and
safety of your VEHICLE’s multimedia system is your sole responsibility.
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
482
Driving
The vehicle stops with the gear position in (D and the brake pedal depressed.
When you put the transmission into
(P, the Auto Idle Stop continues to operate,
even if the brake pedal is released. u If you change the gear position, th e engine may automatically restarts.
■Auto Idle Stop does not activate when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• The transmission is in a position other than
(D.
• The engine is started with the hood open.
u Turn off the engine. Close the hood before you restart the engine to activate
Auto Idle Stop.
• The battery charge is low.
• The internal temperature of the ba ttery is 14°F (−10°C). or less.
• The climate control system is in use, an d the outside temperature is below −4°F
(−20°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
• The climate control system is in use, and the temperature is set to the Hi or Lo.
• is ON (indicator on).
• When the rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle Stop may not ac tivate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system is in use.
■Auto Idle Stop Activates When:1 Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated. If the hood is opened, the
engine will not re start automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
2 Starting the Engine P. 464
When ACC with Low Speed Follow is in operation,
the vehicle stops without de pressing the brake pedal
and Auto Idle Stop may activate.
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to ACCESSORY even while Auto Idle
Stop is in operation. Once in ACCESSORY, the engine
no longer restarts automatica lly. Follow the standard
procedure to start the engine.
2 Starting the Engine P. 464
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for tire repair kit bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *6
* Not available on all models
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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-Ac ura coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the coo ling 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. Th ey 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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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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 and 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 coolant 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, re start it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone dow n, 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.
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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Index
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Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 535
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................. 623
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 213
AcuraLink .................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ........................................... 489
Indicator .................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 589
Washer .................................................... 592
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 204
Front Seats .............................................. 191
Head Restraints........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlights ............................................... 593
Mirrors .................................................... 188
Rear Seats................................................ 203
Steering Wheel ........................................ 187
Temperature ............................................ 122
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 520
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, 677
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) .................. 535
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
iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293 Pandora
®.............................................. 291
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 ................................ 685
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 154
Customize ...................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 176
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 ............................. 533
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 190
Aut omatic Intermittent W

ipers .............. 180
Automatic Lighting .................................. 173
Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Creeping................................................. 471
Fluid ....................................................... 591
Kickdown ............................................... 471
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 474
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Index
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 627, 677
Compass .................................................... 443
Console Compartment ............................. 209
Controls ..................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 589
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 589
Overheating............................................. 654
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 471
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 552
Cup Holders ............................................... 211
Customized Features ........................ 126, 358
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 175
Dead Battery ............................................. 652
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 225
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 679
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 172
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 188
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 585
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 171
Door Mirrors ............................................. 189
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 ................................................... 529
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 462
Shifting Gear ........................................... 472
Starting the Engine.................................. 464
Driving Position Memory System ............ 185
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 486
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 123
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 80
Switch ..................................................... 529
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 518
Emergency ................................................ 670
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 681
Engine ....................................................... 678
Coolant ................................................... 589 Jump Starting ......................................... 652
Remote Engine Start ............................... 466
Starting................................................... 464
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 583
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 589
Overheating ............................................ 654
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil Adding ................................................... 586
Checking ................................................ 585
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 577
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 656
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 168
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 88, 658
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 620
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 189
F
Features.................................................... 231
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 617
Oil .......................................................... 587
Flat Tire ............................................. 627, 635
Floor Mats ................................................ 619
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 591
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