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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 489)
Flat Tire (P 491)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 518)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
Engine Won’t Start (P 509)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 522)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 516)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 527)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additi ves in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent ad ditives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com. In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional informati on on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 liters)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is ble nded with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 442
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 443Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 444
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 445
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 450Opening the Hood ........................... 451
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 452
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 453
Oil Check ......................................... 454
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 455
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 456Engine Coolant ................................ 458
Transmission Fluid ............................ 460
Brake Fluid ....................................... 461
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 461
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 462
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 468
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 471
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 472Tire Labeling .................................... 472DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 474
Wear Indicators ............................... 476
Tire Service Life ................................ 476
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 477
Tire Rotation .................................... 478
Winter Tires ..................................... 479
Battery ............................................... 480
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 481
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 483Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 484
Exterior Care.................................... 486
Accessories and Modifications................ 488
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information
Display
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
Maintenance Due Soon15 %The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6
percent. Once you switch the display
by rolling the right selector wheel, this
message will go off.The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and
serviced soon.
Maintenance Due Now5 %The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Roll the right selector wheel
to switch to another display.The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be
inspected and serviced as soon as
possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over 10
miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Roll the right
selector wheel to switch to another
display.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Main Item Sub Items
*1: If a message Maintenance Due Now 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.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, boots, and
drain plug
●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
●Check expiration informat ion for Temporary Tire
Repair Kit bottle
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*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: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under - 20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
3●Replace transmission fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is ex posed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pre ssure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular in spections and inflation pres sure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspecti ons performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare
*, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regard less of their condition or state of wear.
1Checking Tires
High speed driving
We recommend that you do not drive faster than the
posted speed limits and conditions allow. If you drive
at sustained high speeds (over 118 mph or 190 km/
h), adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below to
avoid excessive heat build up and sudden tire failure.
Tire Size245/40R19 98W
Pressure Front: 38 psi (260 kPa, 2.7 kgf/cm2)
Rear: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2)
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
* Not available on all models
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Index
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 480
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 481
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 30
Beverage Holders ..................................... 170
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 396
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 251
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 290
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 402
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 407
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 405
Brake Assist System................................. 408
Fluid ....................................................... 461
Foot Brake .............................................. 404
Parking Brake.......................................... 402
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............... 71
Brake System Indicator (Red) ............ 68, 519
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 148
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 396
Bulb Replacement .................................... 462
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 466
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 465
Door Outer Handle Am bient Lights ......... 467
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 464
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 463
Headlights .............................................. 462
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 467
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 467
Rear Turn Signal Lights............................ 465 Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights ............................................ 462, 464
Taillights .................................................. 466
Bulb Specifications ................................... 532
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 428
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 173
Carrying Cargo .................................. 339, 341
CD Player ................................................... 224
Center Pocket ........................................... 169
Certification Label .................................... 534
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 462
Charging System Indicator ................. 72, 518
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 126
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 63
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 59
Larger Children .......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 126
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 486
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 484 Client Service Information
....................... 542
Climate Control System ............................ 181
Changing the Mode ................................ 184
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 188
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 483
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 189
Sensors ................................................... 190
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 181
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 409
Coat Hooks ............................................... 172
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 409
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ........ 503, 533
Console Compartment ............................. 168
Controls ..................................................... 113
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 458
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 459
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 458
Overheating ............................................ 516
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 350
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 422
Cruise Control ........................................... 356
Indicator.................................................... 78
Cup Holders .............................................. 170
Customized Features ........................ 103, 262
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 144
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Index
M
Maintenance............................................ 441
Battery .................................................... 480
Brake Fluid .............................................. 461
Cleaning ................................................. 484
Climate Control System .......................... 483
Coolant .................................................. 458
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 445
Oil .......................................................... 454
Precautions ............................................. 442
Radiator .................................................. 459
Remote Transmitter ........................ 481, 482
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 462
Safety ..................................................... 443
Service Items ........................................... 448
Tires........................................................ 471
Transmission Fluid ................................... 460
Under the Hood ...................................... 450
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 72, 519
Map Lights ................................................ 164
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 341
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 97
Mirrors ...................................................... 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Door ....................................................... 154
Exterior ................................................... 154
Interior Rearview ..................................... 153
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 488
Moonroof ................................................. 136
MP3 ................................................... 224, 248
Multi-Information Display ......................... 98Multi-View Rear Camera
.......................... 426
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 534
O
Odometer.................................................. 100
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 453, 533
Adding .................................................... 455
Checking ................................................. 454
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 446
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 68, 518
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 453, 533
Viscosity .......................................... 453, 533
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 197
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 529
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 451
Moonroof................................................ 136
Power Windows ...................................... 134
Trunk ...................................................... 128
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 137
Outside Temperature Display .................. 100
Overheating .............................................. 516
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 354
Pandora ®................................................... 246
Panic Mode ............................................... 133
Parking ...................................................... 417
Parking Brake ........................................... 402
Parking Sensor System ............................. 418
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 141
Power Rear Sunshade .............................. 179
Power Windows ....................................... 134
Precautions While Driving Rain ........................................................ 349
Precision All-Wheel Steer
TM (P-AWS ®)
System ..................................................... 395
Precision All-Wheel Steer
TM (P-AWS ®)
System Indicator ....................................... 78
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 491
R
Radiator.................................................... 459
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 216
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 221
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 218
Range ........................................................ 101
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 218
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 537
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