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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1. Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button
simultaneously.
2. Keeping your right foot on the br ake pedal, put the transmission into
(D. Select
(R when reversing.
3. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the Parking Brake and Brake System indicator (red) goes off.
2Parking Brake P. 486
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message P. 614
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into
(D or (S when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
You can also release the parking brake by pulling the
electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the
brake pedal. When facing downhill, you can start
your vehicle more smoothly by manually releasing it
with the electric parki ng brake switch than by
releasing it with th e accelerator pedal.
The engine stops when the transmission position is
changed from
( P before the ENGINE START/STOP
button is pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to
drive.
When the engine was started using the two-way keyless
access remote*
When the engine was started using the two-way keyless access remote*
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippe ry slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.
Models without two-way keyless access remote
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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uuRemote Transmitter Care uReplacing the Button Battery
566
Maintenance
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
u As a convenience, lightly place masking
tape over the remote buttons to hold
them in place.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Press down on the center of the assembly
and remove the battery.
u When removing the button battery, be
careful not to touch parts around it.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
Models with two-way keyless access remote1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
The Remote transmitter is equipped with two
batteries: A standard replaceable CR2032 coin
button battery and an in tegral non-replaceable
rechargeable battery. To prevent permanent damage
to the rechargeable battery, replace the CR2032
battery every three to four years.
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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577
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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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 602
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 182
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 563●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 615
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 411
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 173
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 126
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 621
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 622
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 604
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uuEngine Does Not 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, the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes,
and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows:
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the keyless access remo te should be facing
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
HOLD
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631Continued
Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below:
AcuraLink
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
Audio System
Blind spot information System*
Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Remote Transmitter
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
Wi-Fi
* Not available on all models
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Index
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 241
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 131
AWD ......................................................... 437
B
Battery ...................................................... 563
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 609
Jump Starting ......................................... 604
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 563
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ..................................... 223
Blind spot information System ................ 438
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 297
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 358
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 70
Brake System ............................................ 486
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 493
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 491
Brake Assist System................................. 494
Fluid ....................................................... 543
Foot Brake .............................................. 490
Indicator ..................................... 75, 76, 610
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 612
Parking Brake.......................................... 486
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 198
Built-in Key ............................................... 147
Bulb Replacement .................................... 545
Back-Up Light and Taillight ..................... 548
Fog Lights ............................................... 545 Front Turn Signal,
Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 545
Headlights ............................................... 545
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 548
Puddle Lights ........................................... 548
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 548
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .................... 546
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 545
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 547
Taillights/Brake and Back-Up Lights .......... 548
Bulb Specifications ................................... 628
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 508
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 71
Carrying Cargo .................................. 399, 401
Certification Label .................................... 630
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 545
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 609
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................. 70
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 65
Larger Children .......................................... 69 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 571
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 569
Client Service Information ....................... 639
Climate Control System ............................ 230
Changing the Mode ................................ 230
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 232
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 568
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 234
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 230
Sensors ................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode................................. 233
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 230
Clock .......................................................... 144
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 446
Coat Hook ................................................. 225
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 446
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 579, 629
Console Compartment ............................. 222
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 540
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 541
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 540
Overheating ............................................ 606
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 417
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 501
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Index
Cup Holders............................................... 223
Customized Features ................................ 332
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 190
Dead Battery ............................................. 604
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 354
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 232
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 631
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 186
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 204
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 536
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 185
Door Mirrors ............................................. 205
Doors ......................................................... 146
Auto Door Locking .................................. 162
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 162
Keys ........................................................ 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 159
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .................................................. 150
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 157
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 557
Driving ....................................................... 397
Automatic Transmission ........................... 417
Braking .................................................... 486
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 409 Shifting Gear ........................................... 418
Starting the Engine.................................. 411
Driving Position Memory System ............ 201
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 568
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 426
E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 486
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 84, 611
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 434
Emergency ................................................ 622
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 634
Engine ....................................................... 630
Coolant ................................................... 540
Jump Starting .......................................... 604
Oil ........................................................... 535
Remote Engine Start................................ 413
Starting ................................................... 411
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 534
Engine Coolant ......................................... 540
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 541
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 540
Overheating ............................................ 606
Temperature Gauge ................................ 126
Engine Oil ................................................. 535
Adding .................................................... 537
Checking................................................. 536
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 526 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 608
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 535
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 182
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 611
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 71
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 571
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 205F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 568
Oil .......................................................... 538
Flat Tire ............................................. 579, 587
Floor Mats ................................................ 570
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 542
Brake ...................................................... 543
Engine Coolant ....................................... 540
Windshield Washer ................................. 544
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 274
Fog Lights Indicator ................................................... 87
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 216
Foot Brake ................................................ 490
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 45
Front Seats ................................................ 207
Adjusting ................................................ 207
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 483
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644
Index
Indicators..................................................... 74
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) (Amber) ...................... 91
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) (Green) ....... 91, 456
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 84
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 87
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 82
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 82
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 77, 491
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 77, 491
Blind spot information System ................... 95
Charging System ............................... 79, 609
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 93
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 84, 611
Fog Light ................................................... 87
Gear Position ............................................. 79
High Beam................................................. 87
Immobilizer System .................................... 88
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Green) ............................................ 91, 473
Lights On ................................................... 87
Low Fuel .................................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure ...................................... 608
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 86, 613
M (sequential mode ) Indicator/Gear
Selection Indicator ................................... 79
Maintenance Minder ................................. 90 Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 78, 609
Parking Brake a
nd Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 76, 612
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Red) ....................................... 75, 610, 612
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 92
Safety Support (Amber) ............................. 92
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 36, 83
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 90
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 84
System Message ........................................ 89
Transmission System.......................... 80, 614
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 87
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF ............. 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 85, 434
VSA ® OFF ................................................ 435
Information .............................................. 627
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 131
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control................................... 198
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 426
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 426
Interior Lights ........................................... 219
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 204
iPad ........................................................... 311
iPhone ....................................................... 311
iPod ................................................... 291, 311
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 583
Jump Starting ........................................... 604
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 148
Keyless Access System .............................. 150
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 157
Keys ........................................................... 146
Lockout Prevention ................................. 157
Number Tag............................................ 148
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 161
Remote Transmitter ................................ 155
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 158, 413
Types and Functions................................ 146
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 417
Knee Airbags .............................................. 49
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 471
Language (HFL) ........................................ 360
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 63, 67
Legal Information .................................... 325
License Information ................................. 328
Lights ................................................ 186, 545
Automatic............................................... 187
Bulb Replacement ................................... 545
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 190
Fog Lights ............................................... 190
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