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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 244
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 246
• Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 261
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 249
• Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 259
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 229
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, purchase the
service manual. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 319
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove all the engine compartment covers.
2 Engine Compartment Covers * P. 235
2. Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:55 W (H1 for halogen bulb type)
35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a de aler or by a qualified
technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Passenger side
All models
6-cylinder models
Engine Coolant Reservoir
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 280
Types of Tools .................................. 280
If a Tire Goes Flat .............................. 281
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 281
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 287
Jump Starting ..........
.......................... 288
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 291
Overheating ...................................... 292
How to Handle Overheating ............. 292 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On.................................................. 294
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 294
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 295
If the Brake System Indicator Comes On .. 296
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................ 296
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 297 Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 298
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse........................................... . 300
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 302
Emergency Towing ........................... 303
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 304
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 305
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■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified*1Acura ATF DW-1(automatic
transmission fluid)2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
(Change)
Specified
*2Acura Manual
Transmission Fluid 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)
(Change)
■
Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
*1: Automatic transmission models
*2: Manual transmission models
Recommended·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change
4.0 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Change
including
filter 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio50/50 with distilled water
Capacity*11.64 US gal (6.2 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Capacity
*21.66 US gal (6.3 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSizeP225/50R17 93VPressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7.5JCompact Spare16 x 4T
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■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura ATF DW-1
(automatic
transmission fluid)3.5 US qt (3.3 ℓ)
(Change)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter 4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.77 US gal (6.7 ℓ) 
(change including the remaining 
0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSizeP235/45R18 94VPressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D16 101M
Pressure 
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8JCompact Spare16 x 4T
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Types and Functions.................................. 89
Valet Key .................................................. 90
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 196
L
Language (HFL)........................................ 180
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53
Lights ................................................ 106, 249
Automatic............................................... 107
Bulb Replacement ................................... 249
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 108
Fog Lights ............................................... 108
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 69
Interior.................................................... 126
Light Switches......................................... 106
Lights On Indicator.................................... 69
Turn Signals ............................................ 106
Load Limits ..
............................................. 187
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 89
Auto Door Lock/Unlock ............................. 95
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 95
From Inside ............................................... 93
From Outside ............................................ 91
Keys.......................................................... 89
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 92
Using a Key............................................... 92
Lockout Prevention System ..................
..... 92
Low Battery Charge ................................. 294
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66 Low Oil Pressure Indicator
................. 64, 294
Lower Anchors ............................................ 53
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 309, 311
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 187
M
Maintenance............................................. 223
Battery .................................................... 270
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 246
Cleaning .................................................. 274
Climate Control ....................................... 273
Coolant ................................................... 242
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 227
Oil ........................................................... 237
Precautions .............................................. 224
Radiator .................................................. 243
Remote Transmitter ................................. 272
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 249
Safety ...................................................... 225
Service Items ........................................... 229
Tires ........................................................ 261
Transmission Fluid ................................... 244
Under the Hood ...................................... 231
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..............
65, 295
Manual Transmission ................................ 201
Map Lights ................................................ 126
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 187
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 75
Mirrors ....................................................... 115
Adjusting ................................................. 115 Automatic Dimming ................................
115
Door ....................................................... 115
Exterior ................................................... 115
Interior Rearview ..................................... 115
Modifications (and Accessories) ..............
221
Moonroof ................................................. 104
MP3 ................................................... 150, 156
Multi-Information Display ......................... 76
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 312
O
Odometer................................................... 77
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 236
Adding .................................................... 239
Checking................................................. 237
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 227
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 294
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 236
Viscosity .................................................. 236
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 233
Moonroof ............................................... 104
Power Windows ...................................... 101
Trunk ........................................................ 96
Overheating .......
....................................... 292
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