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INSTRUMENT P
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INSTRUMENT P ANEL
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear  with each engine start and  then go out. Red and amber 
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
• Brake  fluid is low.
•  There is a malfunction in the brake system.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake  fluid level  when you stop. If abnormal,  take immediate action. 
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check
the oil level, and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does not turn off, have
your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
•  The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is
missing or loose.
•  (Blinks) A misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
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There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
(Blinks and stays on) There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring
system, or the vehicle is fitted with the spare tire.
Keyless Access system
There is a problem with the keyless access system.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system*
• There is a problem with the AWD system. Only the front wheels are
powered.
•  (Blinks) The AWD system has overheated and is inactive. Stop in a safe
place, shift to Park (P), and idle the engine until the indicator goes off.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) system
There is a problem with the VSA system or the hill start assist system.
Brake system
There is a problem with the hydraulic brake boost system.
Blind spot information (BSI)*
There is a problem with the system, or the sensor is blocked.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
There is a problem with the system.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera or sensor is blocked.
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INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
Phone Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
•  Call by number
•  Call by name
•  Call (phone number)
•  Call (contact name)
On-screen Commands
The system accepts these commands on any screen where applicable. All
available on-screen voice commands are highlighted in yellow when you press
the Talk button.
•  Next (or Down)
•  Previous (or Up)
•  Return
•  OK (excluding Startup Confirmation screen)
•  Delete
INDEX
ABS ................................................... 25, 100
ACC ............................................. 25, 27, 102
Accessory Power Socket ............................... 50
AcuraLink® ....................................................... 81
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ ........................... 68
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ ...................... 89
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ..... 25, 27, 102
Aha™ ........................................................... 68
Airbags .............................................................. 9
Advanced Airbags ......................................... 9
Airbag Care ................................................... 14
Airbag System Components ..................... 13
Airbag System Indicators ........................... 11
Front Airbags (SRS) ....................................... 9
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................ 12
Side Airbags .................................................. 10
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 10
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) .......................... 25, 91
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............ 25, 100
ASSIST button ................................................ 82
Audio Operation ............................................ 50
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 50
Aha™ ........................................................... 68
Audio Commands ..................................... 150
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................... 50
Bluetooth® Audio ................................. 58, 66
Color Information Display ........................ 52
Compact Disc (CD) .............................. 55, 63
FM/AM Radio ........................................ 53, 61
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 64
iPod® ..................................................... 56, 65
On-Demand Multi-Use Display™ (ODMD™) ....................................... 60
Pandora® ............................................... 59, 67
SiriusXM® Radio................................... 54, 62
Sound ............................................................ 51
Steering Wheel Controls ........................... 51
USB Flash Drive .................................... 57, 63
USB Port ...................................................... 50
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ........44
Automatic rain-sensing wipers ................... 39
Auxiliary Input Jack ........................................ 50
AWD ..................................................... 25, 91
Battery .......................................................... 133
Blind spot information (BSI) ................ 25, 106
Bluetooth® Audio .................................... 58, 66
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ........................ 69
Dialing a Number .................................. 71, 76
E-Mail ............................................................ 79
Making a Call ......................................... 71, 76
Pairing a Phone ..................................... 70, 75
Phonebook ............................................. 71, 77Siri™ Eyes Free ...........................................
80
SMS Text Messaging ............................ 72, 79
Speed Dial ................................. 71, 72, 77, 78
Talk Button Tips ........................................... 74
Brake Assist System ..................................... 100
Brake Fluid ...................................................... 133
Brake system ............................................ 24, 25
Braking ......................................................... 100
Brightness Control ......................................... 36
Carbon Monoxide Gas ..................................... 4
Cargo Lights ..................................................... 37
Change a Setting ............................................ 48
Changing a Flat Tire ...................................... 120
Changing Fuses ............................................. 125
Changing Wiper Blades ............................... 134
Charging system ............................................. 24
Checking the Battery ................................... 133
Childproof Door Locks .................................. 33
Child Safety ..................................................... 15
Child Seat ......................................................... 17
Adding Security with a Tether ................. 20
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ........................................... 19
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat .................................................... 18
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 17
Client Information ....................................... 144
Climate Control ............................................. 46
Climate Control Commands ...................... 149
Clock ........................................................... 49
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ........................... 25, 27, 107
Color Information Display ............................ 52
Compact Disc (CD) .................................. 55, 63
Condition Indicators ....................................... 26
Contact Us ..................................................... 145
Cross Traffic Monitor ..................................... 111
Cruise Control ......................................... 27, 101
Customized Settings ..................................... 48
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls .................... 2
Destination ..................................................... 86
Detour ........................................................... 89
Dialing a Number ...................................... 71, 76
Door Mirrors ................................................... 44
Door Operation ........................................ 31, 33
DOT Tire Quality Grading .......................... 140
Driving ........................................................... 90
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .............. 102
Blind spot information (BSI) .................. 106
Braking ....................................................... 100
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ........................................ 107