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Driving
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions is dependent on several
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
multi-information display.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
2 Recommended Engine Oil P. 535
•Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicl e with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 LiterKilometers L per 100 km
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 522
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..523
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 524
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 525
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 532
Opening the Hood ........................... 533
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 534
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 535
Oil Check ......................................... 536
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 537 Changing the Engine Oi
l and Oil Filter... 538
Engine Coolant ................................ 540
Transmission Fluid ............................ 542
Brake Fluid ....................................... 543
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 544
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 545Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 549
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 554
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 555
Tire Labeling .................................... 555
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 557
Wear Indicators ............................... 559
Tire Service Life ................................ 559
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 560
Tire Rotation .................................... 561
Winter Tires ..................................... 562
Battery ............................................... 563
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 565
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 567Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 569
Exterior Care.................................... 571
Accessories and Modifications ........ 574
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
Main
Item Sub
ItemsMaintenance Minder Indicator
System Message Indicator
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator and message 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).
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 Temporary Tire Repair Kit bottle (If
equipped)
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lin es (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*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).
*4: 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).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer* fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*4
7●Replace brake fluid*5
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator and message does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*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 every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: 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 12,000
km (7,500 miles), then every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fl uid and transfer fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*4
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Inspect these items:
•Tie rod ends, steeri ng gearbox, and boots
•Suspension components
•Driveshaft boots
•Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
•All fluid levels and condition of fluids
•Exhaust system#
•Fuel lines and connections#
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Use a genuine engine oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as show n in the image that follows.
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity. If you drive
the vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail or be damaged.
*1:Formulated to improve fuel economy.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.
Genuine Engine OilCommercial Engine Oil
●Genuine Acura Motor Oil●Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1 Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
The following seal indica tes the oil is energy
conserving and that it meet s the American Petroleum
Institute’s late st requirements.
Ambient TemperatureAmbient Temperature
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
5.0 US qt (4.8 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
■Rear Differential Fluid*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.5 US qt (4.3 L)*1
5.1 US qt (4.8 L)*2
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.76 US qt (1.67 L)
SpecifiedAcura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
Capacity Change 0.61 US qt (0.58 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.6 US qt (4.4 L)
Change
including
filter
5.0 US qt (4.8 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.50 US gal (5.69 L)
(change including the remaining 0.23 US gal
(0.86 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Models with 19 inch wheel
*2: Models with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize235/55R19 101H*1
255/45R20 101V*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])*1
36 (250 [2.5])*2
Compact
Spare*
Size T155/90D17 101M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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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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Index
High Beam Indicator ................................. 87
Interior.................................................... 219
Light Switches......................................... 186
Lights On Indicator.................................... 87
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning ........... 185
Load Limits ............................................... 401
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 146
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 162
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 161
From Inside ............................................. 159
From Outside .......................................... 150
Keys........................................................ 146
Using a Key............................................. 156
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 157
Low Battery Charge ................................. 609
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 608
Lower Anchors ..................................... 63, 67
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 401
Lumbar Support ....................................... 207
M
Maintenance.................................... 133, 521
Battery .................................................... 563
Brake Fluid .............................................. 543
Cleaning ................................................. 569
Climate Control System .......................... 567
Coolant .................................................. 540
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 525
Oil .......................................................... 536 Precautions .............................................. 522
Radiator .................................................. 541
Remote Transmitter ......................... 565, 566
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 545
Safety ...................................................... 523
Service Items ........................................... 529
Tires ........................................................ 554
Transmission Fluid ................................... 542
Under the Hood ...................................... 532
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 78, 609
Map Lights ................................................ 220
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 401
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 126
Mirrors ....................................................... 204
Adjusting ................................................. 204
Door........................................................ 205
Exterior .................................................... 205
Interior Rearview ..................................... 204
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 574
MP3 ........................................................... 294
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 294
Multi-Information Display ....................... 127
Switching the Display .............................. 129
Warning and Information Messages .......... 97
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 505
N
Navigation................................................ 132
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 630
O
Odometer................................................. 127
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 409
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 535
Adding .................................................... 537
Checking................................................. 536
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 526
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 608
Oil Life .................................................... 133
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 535, 629
Viscosity .......................................... 535, 629
Open Source Licenses ............................... 327
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 533
Moonroof ............................................... 179
Power Windows ...................................... 176
Tailgate ................................................... 163
Outside Temperature Display .................. 127
Overheating .............................................. 606
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential
Shift Mode) ............................................. 424
Panic Mode ............................................... 175
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 179
Parking ...................................................... 495
Parking Brake ........................................... 486
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator .................................................. 610
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