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Maintenance
12-Volt Battery
Checking the 12-Volt Battery
The condition of the battery is monitored by a
sensor located on the negative terminal of the
battery. If there is a problem with this sensor,
the multi-information display (MID) will
display a warning message. If this happens,
have you vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion
monthly.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 240
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 142
Charging the 12-Volt Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (−) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1 12-Volt Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Battery
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face up under the hoist.
3. Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole
of the flat tire.
4. Slowly turn the wheel nut wrench clockwise
to take up the hoist cable slack. Make sure
the bracket is seated in the center hole of
the flat tire.
5. Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar (clockwise) until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle, and
you hear the hoist click.
6. Securely store the jack, wheel nut wrench,
and jack handle bar back in the tool case.
Store the case in the cargo area.
If you replace a flat tire wi th the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes
on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the indicator will
start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure Monitor Problem
appears on the multi-information display (MID), but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the MID
and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after a few miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.
Center Cap
Wheel Nut Wrench Jack Handle Bar
■TPMS and the Spare Tire1
TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with a
tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Multi-Information Display (MID) Warning
and Information Messages P. 105
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2POWER Button Operating Range P. 172
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 635
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 645
Check the brightness
of the interior lights.The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 655
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2
Immobilizer System Indicator P. 96
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 637
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uuPower System Won’t Start uIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Re mote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information display, and the indicator on the POWER button
flashes, and the READY indicator does not come on.
Turn on the power system as follows: 1.Touch the center of the POWER button
with the A logo on the keyless access
remote while the indicator on the POWER
button is flashing. The buttons on the
keyless access remote should be facing you.
u The indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
POWER button within 10 seconds after the
beeper sounds while th e indicator stays on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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639Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the multi-information display (MID).
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may da mage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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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
turn the power system off once the high
temperature indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.
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, turn the power system on, and check the
high temperature indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resu me driving. If it stay on, 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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uuClient Service Information u
Information
Music recognition technology and related
data are provided by Gracenote ®.
Gracenote is the industry standard in music
recognition technology and related content
delivery.
For more information, visit
www.gracenote.com.
When music is recorded to the HDD from a
CD, information such as the recording artist
and track name are retrieved from the
Gracenote Database and displayed (when
available).
Gracenote may not contain information for
all albums.
Gracenote is an internet-based music
recognition service that allows artist, album,
and track information from CDs to display
on the HDD.
Gracenote users are allowed 4 free updates
a year. More informati on about Gracenote,
its features, and downloads are available at
■Gracenote Music Recognition
Service (CDDB)www.acura.com (in U.S.) or www.acura.ca
(in Canada).
CD and music-related data from Gracenote,
Inc., copyright © 2000 to present
Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright
© 2000 to present Gracenote.
One or more patents owned by Gracenote
apply to this product and service. See the
Gracenote website for a non-exhaustive list
of applicable Gracenote patents.
Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS,
the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the
“Powered by Gracenote” logo are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Gracenote in the United States and/or other
countries.
This application or de vice contains software
from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville,
California (“Gracen ote”). The software
from Gracenote (the “Gracenote
Software”) enables th is application to
perform disc and/or file identification and
obtain music- related information, including
name, artist, track, and title information
(“Gracenote Data”) from online servers or
■Gracenote® END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT
embedded databases (collectively,
“Gracenote Servers”) and to perform other
functions. You may use Gracenote Data
only by means of the intended End-User
functions or this application or device.
You agree that you will use Gracenote Data,
the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote
Servers for your own personal non-
commercial use only.
You agree not to assign, copy, transfer, or
transmit the Gracenote Software or any
Gracenote Data to any third party.
YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR EXPLOIT
GRACENOTE DATA, THE GRACENOTE
SOFTWARE, OR GRACENOTE SERVERS,
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREIN.
You agree that your no n-exclusive license to
use the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote
Software, and Gracenote Servers will
terminate if you violate these restrictions. If
your license terminates, you agree to cease
any and all use of the Gracenote Data, the
Gracenote Software, and Gracenote
Servers.
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Index
Console Compartment............................. 213
Controls .................................................... 141
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 577
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 578
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 577
Overheating ............................................ 639
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 579
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 464
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 540
Cup Holders .............................................. 215
Customized Features ....................... 131, 362
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 179
Dead Battery ............................................ 637
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 229
Detachable Anchor .................................... 44
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 665
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 176
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 192
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 573
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 175
Door Mirrors ............................................. 193
Doors ........................................................ 143
Auto Door Locking.................................. 157
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 157
Door Open Message ................................. 38
Keys........................................................ 143 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside............................................... 18, 154
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 145
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 152
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 594
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 54
Driving ....................................................... 447
Braking .................................................... 517
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 464
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 455
Shifting Gear ........................................... 465
Turning on the Power .............................. 457
Driving Position Memory System ............. 189
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 464
Creeping ................................................. 464
Fluid ........................................................ 580
Kickdown ................................................ 464
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 467
Shifting ................................................... 465
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 604
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 474
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 128
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator .................................................... 86
Switch ..................................................... 517
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator .................................................... 86 Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................... 95, 643
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 505
Emergency ................................................ 656
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 667
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 664
Coolant ................................................... 577
Jump Starting .......................................... 637
Oil ........................................................... 572
Remote Engine Start................................ 459
Starting ................................................... 457
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 571
Engine Coolant ......................................... 577
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 578
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 577
Overheating ............................................ 639
Engine Oil ................................................. 572
Adding .................................................... 574
Checking................................................. 573
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 565
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 88, 641
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 95, 643
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 80
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 607
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 193
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Index
F
Features..................................................... 235
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 604
Oil ........................................................... 575
Flat Tire ............................................. 615, 622
Floor Mats ................................................. 606
Fluids
Brake ....................................................... 581
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 580
Engine Coolant ........................................ 577
Windshield Washer .................................. 581
Fog Lights .................................................. 179
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 201
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 207
Foot Brake ................................................. 520
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 50
Front Seats ................................................ 195
Adjusting ................................................. 195
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 475
Fuel ...................................................... 25, 556
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 559
Gauge ..................................................... 123
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 128
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Range ...................................................... 128
Recommendation .................................... 556
Refueling ................................................. 556
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 559
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 25, 557
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 657 Fuses
.......................................................... 647
Inspecting and Changing......................... 655
Locations......................... 647, 650, 653, 654
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 559
Gauge ..................................................... 123
Information ............................................. 556
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Refueling................................................. 556
Gauges ...................................................... 123
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 467
Gear Shift Positions Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 465
Glass (care) ................................................ 608
Glove Box .................................................. 212
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 613
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 397
Auto Answer ........................................... 413
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 415
Automatic Transferring............................ 413
Displaying Messages................................ 433
HFL Buttons............................................. 397
HFL Menus .............................................. 400
HFL Status Display ................................... 398 Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 399
Making a Call ......................................... 424
Options During a Call.............................. 430
Phone Setup ........................................... 405
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 419
Receiving a Call....................................... 429
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 431
Ring Tone ............................................... 414
Roadside Assistance ................................ 437
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 432
Speed Dial .............................................. 416
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 411
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .................................................. 410
Use Contact Photo .................................. 414
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 278
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port ............................................. 344
Head Restraints ........................ 202, 204, 205
Headlight Washers ................................... 186
Headlights ................................................ 176
Aiming.................................................... 582
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 180
Automatic Operation .............................. 177
Dimming......................................... 176, 179
Operating ............................................... 176
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 188
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 220
Heated Windshield .................................. 188
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 220
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 221, 222
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Index
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission)..... 464
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 497
Indicator .................................................... 98
Language (HFL) ......................................... 398
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 67, 74
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 149
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/
Android Auto .......................................... 338
License information .................................. 341
Lights ................................................. 176, 582
Automatic ............................................... 177
Bulb Replacement .................................... 582
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 179
High Beam Indicator .................................. 95
Interior .................................................... 210
Light Switches ......................................... 176
Lights On Indicator .................................... 96
Turn Signals ............................................. 175
Load Limits ................................................ 451
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 143
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 157
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 156
From Inside .............................................. 154
From Outside ........................................... 145
Keys ........................................................ 143
Using a Key ............................................. 151
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 152
Low Battery Charge .................................. 641 Low Fuel Indicator
...................................... 91
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 88, 641
Lower Anchors ...................................... 67, 74
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 663
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 451
Lumbar Support ....................................... 195
M
Maintenance............................................. 561
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 600
Brake Fluid .............................................. 581
Cleaning ................................................. 605
Climate Control System ........................... 604
Coolant ................................................... 577
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 565
Oil ........................................................... 573
Precautions ............................................. 562
Radiator .................................................. 578
Remote Control....................................... 602
Remote Transmitter ................................. 601
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 582
Safety...................................................... 563
Service Items ........................................... 567
Tires ........................................................ 591
Transmission Fluid ................................... 580
Under the Hood ...................................... 569
Wireless Headphone................................ 603
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 88, 642
Map Lights ................................................ 211
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 451 Meters, Gauges
........................................ 123
MID (Multi-information Display) ............ 125
Mirrors ...................................................... 192
Adjusting ................................................ 192
Door ....................................................... 193
Exterior ................................................... 193
Interior Rearview ..................................... 192
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 611
Moonroof ................................................. 171
MP3 ................................................... 275, 300
Multi-function Steering-wheel
Controls .................................................. 125
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............ 125
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 544N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 664
O
Odometer................................................. 126
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 455
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 572
Adding ................................................... 574
Checking ................................................ 573
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 565
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 88, 641
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
Viscosity.................................................. 572
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 244
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