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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO, HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1 : Models with manual intermittent operation
*2 : Models with automatic intermittent operation
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defogge r or heated windshield
*
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Models without automatic intermittent wipers
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT*1/AUTO*2OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
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#
●Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
*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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Index
702
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 553
Accessories and Modifications ................. 636
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 239
Acura Integrated Dynamics System ......... 459
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 460
AcuraLink® ............................................... 419
AcuraWatch
TM........................................... 483
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ........................... 102, 502
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 600
Engine Oil ................................................ 595
Washer .................................................... 604
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 595
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 229
Front Seats .............................................. 216
Head Restraints........................................ 225
Mirrors .................................................... 213
Rear Seats................................................ 222
Steering Wheel ........................................ 212
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 473
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 247
Changing the Mode ................................ 247
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 249
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Rear Temperature Control Dial................. 251
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 247 Sensors ................................................... 252
Synchronized Mode................................. 250
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 247
Air Pressure ....................................... 615, 691
Airbags ........................................................ 46
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 52
After a Collision ........................................ 49
Airbag Care............................................... 63
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 49
Indicator.............................................. 60, 95
Knee Airbags............................................. 54
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 61
Sensors ..................................................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 57
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 59
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 293
Amazon Alexa .......................................... 289
Android Auto
TM........................................ 327
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 553
Indicator.................................................... 94
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 322
Armrest ..................................................... 229
AT&T Hotspot ........................................... 321
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 258
Audio System ............................................ 254
Adjusting the Sound................................ 287
Audio/Information Screen........................ 264
Display Setup .......................................... 288
Error Messages ........................................ 332
General Information ................................ 336
Home Screen........................................... 269 How to Update Wirelessly ....................... 281
How to Update with a USB Device .......... 285
iPod ........................................................ 310
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 288
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................................... 313
Reactivating ............................................ 257
Remote Controls ..................................... 258
Security Code ......................................... 257
Status Area ............................................. 274
System Updates ...................................... 281
Theft Protection ...................................... 257
True Touchpad Interface ......................... 261
USB Flash Drives.............................. 313, 338
USB Ports ................................................ 255
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 264
Authorized Manuals ................................ 700
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 172
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 201
Indicator ................................................... 98
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 464
OFF Button ............................................. 466
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 550
Indicator ........................................... 85, 550
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 215
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 205
Automatic Lighting .................................. 198
Automatic Transmission .......................... 450
Creeping................................................. 450
Fluid ....................................................... 602
Kickdown ............................................... 450
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 453
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Index
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 600
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 601
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 600
Overheating............................................. 669
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 450
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 561
Cup Holders ............................................... 235
Customized Features ................................ 359
D
Dead Battery............................................. 667
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 385
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 249
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 693
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 197
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 213
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 596
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 196
Door Mirrors ............................................. 214
Doors ......................................................... 156
Auto Door Locking .................................. 172
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 172
Keys ........................................................ 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ..................................................... 169
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 160
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 167 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 617
Driving ...................................................... 429
Automatic Transmission .......................... 450
Braking ................................................... 545
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 441
Shifting Gear ........................................... 451
Starting the Engine.................................. 443
Driving Position Memory System ............ 210
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 460E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 545
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 95, 674
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 471
Emergency ................................................ 685
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 695
Engine ....................................................... 692
Coolant ................................................... 600
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 667
Oil ........................................................... 595
Remote Engine Start................................ 445
Starting ................................................... 443
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 594
Engine Coolant ......................................... 600
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 601
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 600
Overheating ............................................ 669 Temperature Gauge ................................ 136
Engine Oil ................................................. 595
Adding ................................................... 597
Checking ................................................ 596
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 586
Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning ............ 671
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 595
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 193
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 674
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 77
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 632
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 214F
Features.................................................... 253
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 628
Oil .......................................................... 598
Flat Tire ............................................. 641, 649
Floor Mats ................................................ 630
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 602
Brake ...................................................... 603
Engine Coolant ....................................... 600
Windshield Washer ................................. 604
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 293
Fog Lights Indicator ................................................... 98
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 222
Foot Brake ................................................ 549
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