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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless
the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 413
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 628
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 634
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and Transmission
Number ......................................... 636
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 637
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 638Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 639
Warranty Coverages ........................ 641
Authorized Manuals ......................... 643
Client Service Information ............... 644
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Information
Authorized Manuals
■Service Express
For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
■For U.S. Owners
Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by
phone at 1 (800) 782-4356 (credit ca rd orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.
■For Canadian Owners
Please contact a dealer to order any manuals that you may require.
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Information
Client Service Information
Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals who should be able to deal
with any problems you may encounter with your vehicle. If, however, you are faced
with a problem that they cannot resolve to your satisfaction, contact Acura Client
Relations/Services.
U.S. Owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Acura Client Relations
Mail Stop 100-5E-8F
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: 1 (800) 382-2238 Canadian Owners
Honda Canada Inc.
Acura Client Services
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-Mail: [email protected]
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: 1 (787) 620-75461 Client Service Information
When you call or write, please give us the following
information:
•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Engine Number, and Transmission
Number P. 636
•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle
•Your name, address, and telephone number
•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Index
Automatic Transmission........................... 419
Creeping ................................................. 419
Fluid ........................................................ 548
Kickdown ................................................ 419
Operating the Shift Button....................... 422
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 426
Shifting.................................................... 420
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 241
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 131
AWD .......................................................... 439
B
Battery ....................................................... 569
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 615
Jump Starting .......................................... 610
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 569
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ...................................... 223
Blind spot information System ................ 444
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 296
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 361
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 70
Brake System ............................................. 492
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 499
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 497
Brake Assist System ................................. 500
Fluid ........................................................ 549
Foot Brake ............................................... 496
Indicator ...................................... 75, 76, 616
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 618 Parking Brake .......................................... 492
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 198
Built-in Key ............................................... 147
Bulb Replacement .................................... 551
Fog Lights ............................................... 551
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 551
Headlights ............................................... 551
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 554
Puddle Lights........................................... 554
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 554
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .................... 552
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 551
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker Lights .................................................... 553
Taillights/Brake and Back-Up Lights ......... 554
Bulb Specifications ................................... 634
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 514
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 71
Carrying Cargo ................................. 401, 403
Certification Label .................................... 636
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 551
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 615
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 ............................... 577
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 575
Client Service Information ....................... 644
Climate Control System ........................... 230
Changing the Mode................................ 230
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 232
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 574
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) ................................................ 450
Coat Hook ................................................ 225
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 450
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 585, 635
Console Compartment ............................. 222
Controls .................................................... 143
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Index
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 .................................. 615
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 614
Lower Anchors ...................................... 63, 67
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 403
Lumbar Support ........................................ 207
M
Maintenance..................................... 133, 527
Battery..................................................... 569
Brake Fluid............................................... 549
Cleaning .................................................. 575
Climate Control System ........................... 573
Coolant ................................................... 546
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 531
Oil ........................................................... 542
Precautions .............................................. 528
Radiator................................................... 547
Remote Transmitter ......................... 571, 572
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 551
Safety ...................................................... 529
Service Items............................................ 535 Tires ........................................................ 560
Transmission Fluid ................................... 548
Under the Hood ...................................... 538
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 78, 615
Map Lights ................................................ 220
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 403
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 126
Mirrors ...................................................... 204
Adjusting ................................................ 204
Door ....................................................... 205
Exterior ................................................... 205
Interior Rearview ..................................... 204
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 580
MP3 ........................................................... 293
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 293
Multi-Information Display ....................... 127
Switching the Display .............................. 129
Warning and Information Messages .......... 97
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 511
N
Navigation................................................ 132
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 636
O
Odometer................................................. 127
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 411
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 541
Adding .................................................... 543 Checking ................................................ 542
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 532
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 614
Oil Life .................................................... 133
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 541, 635
Viscosity.......................................... 541, 635
Open Source Licenses .............................. 330
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 539
Panoramic Roof ...................................... 179
Power Windows...................................... 176
Tailgate................................................... 163
Outside Temperature Display ................. 127
Overheating ............................................. 612
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode) ..................................................... 426
Panic Mode ............................................... 175
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 179
Parking ..................................................... 501
Parking Brake ........................................... 492
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ................................................. 616
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 76
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................. 75, 618
Parking Sensor System ............................. 503
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 56
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