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Always change the oil and f ilter
accordingtothetimeanddistance
(miles/kilometers) recommenda-
tions in the maintenance schedule.
The oil and f ilter collect contami-
nants that can damage your engine if
they are not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the car. The car should
be raised on a service station-type
hydraulic lif t f or this service. Unless
you have the knowledge and proper
equipment, you should have this
maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Your Acura does not need any oil
additives. Purchasing additives f or
the engine or transmission will not
increase your car’s perf ormance or
longevity. It only increases the cost
of operating your car. 1.
Engine Oil
Maint enance
Additives
Changing the Oil and Filter
207

Block the rear wheels.
Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter
(see page ).
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
If you need to park your car f or an
extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your car back on the road. If
possible, store your car indoors.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park. If the car is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Coverthecarwitha‘‘breathable’’
cover, one made f rom a porous
material such as cotton.
Nonporous materials, such as
plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, run the engine f or a
while periodically (pref erably once
amonth).
Leave one window open slightly (if
the car is being stored indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals. If you store your car f or 12 months
or longer, have your Acura dealer
perf orm the inspections called f or in
the 24 months/30,000 miles (48,000
km) maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the car has actually
reached that time or mileage.
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St oring Your Car
Maint enance247

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Capacities Chart .288
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 51
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Carrying, Cargo .159
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .144
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Operation .141
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer .137
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CD Player .135
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Ceiling Light .110
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Certif ication Label .286
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Chains .237
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .207
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When to .196
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Changing a Flat Tire .259
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Changing Engine Coolant . 212
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Charging System Indicator . 56,272
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 164
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Childproof Door Locks . 84
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Child Saf ety .21
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Child Seats .26
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41
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Cleaner Element, Air . 220Cleaning
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Aluminum Wheels .251
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Carpeting .252
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Exterior .250
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Interior .252
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Leather .253
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Seat Belts .253
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Vinyl .253
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Windows .254
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Climate Control System . 114,121
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Clock, Setting the .104
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CO in the Exhaust .51
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Coin Box .105
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 165
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Compact Spare .258
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Console Compartment . 105
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Consumer Inf ormation . 300
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Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant ........................................
Adding .210
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Checking .155
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Proper Solution .210
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Replacing .212
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Temperature Gauge . 62
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Corrosion Protection .255 Crankcase Emissions Control
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System .294
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Cruise Control Operation . 72
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 300
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .2, 54
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Daytime Running Lights . 66
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 303
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 70
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Def rosting the Windows . 120,125
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Dimensions .288
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Dimming the Headlights . 65
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 216
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Engine Oil .154
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Directional Signals .67
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 176
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Disposal of Used Oil .209
Doors ..............................
Monitor Light .58
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Power Door Locks .79
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 290
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Drive Belts .230
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System Components . 42
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Use During Pregnancy . 19
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Seat Heaters .98
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Seats, Adjusting the .93
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Security System .147
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Sequential SportShif t Mode . 169
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Serial Number .286
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Service Intervals .196
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Service Manual .305
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Service Station Procedures . 151
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Setting the Clock .104
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 166
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Shif t Lock Release .173
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Side Airbags .9 ,47
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Side Airbag Indicator . 49,57
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .241
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Signaling Turns .67
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Snow Tires .237
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Solvent-type Cleaners . 250
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Sound System .127
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .258
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Specif ications .289
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Spark Plugs, Replacing . 221
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Specif ications Charts . 288..................................
Speed Control .72
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Speedometer .60
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Spotlights .111
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 45
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Additional Safety Precautions . 50
How the SRS Indicator .......................................
Works .48
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How Your Airbags Work . 45
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SRS Components .45
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SRS Service .50
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SRS Indicator .48 ,57
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 79
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Starting the Engine .165
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .165
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With a Dead Battery . 266
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State Emissions Testing . 297
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 269
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .71
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 78
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Stereo Sound System . 127
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Storing Your Car .247
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Sun Visor .108
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Sunglasses Holder .109 ....
Supplemental Restraint System . 45
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Servicing .50
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SRS Indicator .48
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System Components . 45
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Tachometer .60
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Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 243
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 257
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Tape Player .141
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 290
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Emissions Control Systems . 294
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Oxygenated Fuels .292
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .296
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Temperature Gauge .62
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 296
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Time, Setting the .104
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Timing Belt .231
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Tire Chains .237
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 259
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