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uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
Driving
■To turn the power system off1Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The telematics unit malfunctions.
•The security system alarm is not set.
Before turning the power sy stem on, make sure to
check the door lock status using the remote. When
you press the button, wait for the green LED to
blink. If the red LED turns on, the doors and trunk did
not lock, and the power system is not turned on.
While the power system is on, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster and heated windshield are activated
at a moderately warm temperature.
•The rear defogger, door mi rror heaters and heated
windshield are activated.
•The heated steering wheel is activated. 2Heated Steering Wheel P. 194
Press and hold the button
for one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed. Red LED:
●Comes on for one second to let you know
that the power system is turned off.
●Blinks when the remote is out of the keyless
access system range. The power system will not
be turned off.
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Driving
1. While depressing the brake pedal, press the POWER button.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, press the
(D button. Select (R when
reversing.
3. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the electric parking brake indicator goes off.
2 Parking Brake P. 452
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message P. 573
■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 fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Change to
(D when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhi ll, then release the
brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
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 parking brake switch than by releasing it with
the accelerator pedal.
The power system is turned off when the gear
position is ch anged from
(P before the POWER
button is pressed. Follow th e step 1 when starting to
drive.
When the power system is turned on using the two-
way keyless access remote
When the power system is turned on using the two-way keyless access remote
When the power system is turned on in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very stee p or slippery slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
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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.
u As a convenience, lightly place masking
tape over the remote buttons to hold
them in place.
2. Remove the upper half 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.1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
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.
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.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 542
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 543
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 555
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 561
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 562
Emergency Power System Off........... 563
Jump Starting .................................... 564
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 567 Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On .. 569
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 569
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 570
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 570
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On .............................. 571
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On............................................. 571
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 572 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 573
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 574
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 580
Emergency Towing ........................... 581
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 582
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 583
RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 584
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages P. 94
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2POWER Button Operating Range P. 152
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 562
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 573
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 580
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 87
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 564
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uuPower System Won’t 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, and the POWER button flashes, the
READY indicator does not come on. Turn on the power system as follows:
1.Touch the center of the POWER button
with the A logo on the keyless access
remote while the POWER button is
flashing. The buttons on the keyless access
remote should be facing you.
u The POWER button flashes for about 30
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
POWER button within 10 seconds after the
beeper sounds and the POWER button
changes from flashing to on.
u If you do not depress the pedal, the
mode will change to ACCESSORY.
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located inside the driver’s side outer panel.
When you remove the outer panel, use the
following procedure.
1. Pry on the lower edge of the panel using
a flat-tip screwdriver.
25Start DIAG7.5 A
26Air Conditioning7.5 A
27Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
28ACC Key Lock7.5 A
29Driver’s Lumbar Support7.5 A
30SMART10 A
31−−
32Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining20 A
33Left e-pretensioner(20 A)
34IG1 Box30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
Outer Panel
uWrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
2. Pull the outer panel towards you, then
remove it. Fuse locations are shown on the image
below.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number in the image and chart.
■Circuit protected
and fuse rating
3
12
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1IG Main 230 A
2ST MG30 A
3IG Main 130 A
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Pull the rear seat armrest down.
2. Push the button to open the cover.
u The cover latches when you push it back
to the original position.
u You can lock and unlock this cover using
the built-in key.
To lock the cover : Insert the key to the
lock, then turn it the right.
To unlock the cover : Insert the key to
the lock, then turn it the left.
3. With pulling the inner partition up, pull the
trunk release handle down to the direction
of the arrow in the image.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk1What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk
Following up:
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Lock
Button
Cover
Trunk
Release
Handle
Inner
Partition
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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:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two cond itions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interferenc e, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with industry Canada licence -exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference th at may cause undesired operation of the device.
AcuraLink
Audio System
Blind Spot Information System
Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback
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Index
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 510
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 511
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 510
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 85
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 85
Overheating............................................. 567
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 512
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ....... 386
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 474
Cup Holders ............................................... 189
Customized Features ................................ 297
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 159
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 564
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 207
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 589
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 156
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 506
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 155
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 129
Auto Door Locking .................................. 142
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 142
Door Open Message .................................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 129 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside ........................................ 18, 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ........................................... 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 137
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 524
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 52
Driving ...................................................... 373
Braking ................................................... 452
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 386
Shifting Gear ........................................... 387
Turning on the Power.............................. 380
Driving Position Memory System ............ 169
Dual Clutch Transmission
Creeping ................................................. 386
Fluid ........................................................ 513
Kickdown ................................................ 386
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 389
Shifting ................................................... 387
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 532
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 117
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 77
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator............................................ 77, 571
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 84, 571 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............ 441
Emergency ................................................ 581
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 591
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 588
Coolant .................................................. 510
Jump Starting ......................................... 564
Oil .......................................................... 505
Remote Engine Start ............................... 382
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 504
Engine Coolant ........................................ 510
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 511
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 510
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 85
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 85
Overheating ............................................ 567
Engine Oil ................................................. 505
Adding ................................................... 507
Checking ................................................ 506
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 498
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 569
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 505
e-pretensioners .......................................... 40
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 84
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 72
Expanded Rear Door Sunshades ............. 199
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 535
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
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