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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Maintenance
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are
cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 534
3.Turn the radiator cap 1/8 turn
counterclockwise 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.
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.Radiator Cap
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uTaillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker Lights
Maintenance
4. Turn the socket counterclockwise and
remove it.
5. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker Lights
Taillights, brake and rear side marker ligh ts are LED type. Have an authorized Acura
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Bulb
Socket
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm until it
locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Holder Wiper
Blade
Cap
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the 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 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. 242
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 144
•The immobilizer system needs to be reset.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 88
1Battery
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
Canadian models only
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uuCleaning uInterior Care
570
Maintenance
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
The front floor mats hook over floor anchors,
which keep them from sliding forward. To
remove a mat for cleaning, turn the anchor
knobs to the unlock position. When
reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn the
knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mats.
To properly clean leather:
1. Use a vacuum or soft dry cloth first to remove any dirt or dust.
2. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampen ed with a solution comprised of 90%
water and 10% neutral soap.
3. Wipe away any soap residu e with a clean damp cloth.
4. Wipe away residual water and allow leather to air dry in the shade.
■Cleaning the Window
■Floor Mats
1Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
Be careful not to spill flui ds, such as water or glass
cleaner, on or around the co ver of both the front
sensor camera and the rainfall/light sensor
*.
2 Automatic Operation (automatic lighting
control) P. 187
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers
* P. 195
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 483
1Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific ve hicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mat properly. If they are
not properly positioned, th e floor mat can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock
Unlock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather1
Maintaining Genuine Leather
It is important to clean or wipe away dirt or dust as
soon as possible. Spills can soak into leather resulting
in stains. Dirt or dust ca n cause abrasions in the
leather. In addition, pl ease note that some dark
colored clothing can rub onto the leather seats
resulting in discol oration or stains.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 578
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 579
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 587
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 601
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 602
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 603
Jump Starting .................................... 604
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 606
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 608If the Charging System Indicator Comes On... 609If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 609
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ....................................... 610
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 611
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....612
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 613
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message .... 614
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 615
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 621
Emergency Towing ........................... 622
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 623
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 624Refueling ........................................... 625
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579Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
8. Place a wheel block or rock in front and
rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
9. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side
up) under the vehicle body, near the tire
that needs to be replaced.
10. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and n on-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistant to have
the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tires
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the
brake pedal to change the mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be turned off.
Vehicles with U.S. models
Vehicles with Canada models
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