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Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever from
(D
to (P
.
3. Move the shift lever to
(R
or (1
.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in part icular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
1 When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
•Moving the shift lever into (
P
before the vehicle
stops completely.
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected.
Automatic transmission models
Automatic transmission models
Manual transmission models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 224
Safety When Performing Maintenance... 225
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 226
Maintenance Minder
TM.....................227
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 231
Opening the Hood ........................... 233
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 236
Oil Check ......................................... 237
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 239Engine Coolant ................................
242
Transmission Fluid ............................ 244
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 246
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 248
Replacing Light Bulbs ....
................... 249Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 259
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 261
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 262
Tire Labeling .................................... 262
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 264
Wear Indicators ...............................266
Tire Service Life ................................ 266
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 267
Tire Rotation .................................... 268
Winter Tires ..................................... 269
Battery .............
.................................. 270
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 272
Replacing the Battery ....................... 272
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 273
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 274
Exterior Care.................................... 276
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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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uu Maintenance MinderTM u
Continued
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■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
Sub Items
Main Items
*1: If message, SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily 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).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (For A/T only.)
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada). (6-cylinder
models only)
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
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*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
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
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
4-cylinder models
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reservoir
Radiator Cap Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle) Clutch Fluid

(Light Gray Cap)
Manual transmission models
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)
Automatic transmission models
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Maintenance Items Under the Hood


6-cylinder models
Loop)
Engine Coolant
Reservoir
*
Radiator Cap*
Engine Oil Fill Cap
*: Located under the cover
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Brake Fluid ( Black Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange
Washer Fluid (Blue Cap)
Automatic Transmission
Fluid
Dipstick
(Yellow Loop)
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid

Check the fluid level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
1.Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the bolts with a wrench, then
carefully remove the under cover.
3. Remove the transmission filler bolt and
washer. Carefully feel inside the bolt hole
with your fingers.
u Check if the fluid leve l is up to the edge
of the bolt hole.
4. If the fluid level is not up to the edge of the
bolt hole, add Acura Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) until it runs out of the hole.
5. Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then
reinstall the filler bolt.
u Tightening torque:
33 lbf∙ft (44 N∙m, 4.5 kgf∙m)
6. Reinstall the under co ver with the bolts.
■Manual Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
1Manual Transmission Fluid
If Acura MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper addi tives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.
Under Cover
Bolt
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uu Specifications u
Continued
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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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uu Specifications u
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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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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 214
Accessories and Modifications ................ 221
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 130
Active Head Restraints ............................. 123
Additives Coolant .................................................. 242
Engine Oil ............................................... 236
Washer ................................................... 248
Additives, Engine Oil .......
........................ 236
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 125
Front Seats.............................................. 117
Head Restraints ....................................... 119
Headlights .............................................. 249
Mirrors.................................................... 115
Rear Seats ............................................... 124
Steering Wheel ....................................... 114
Temperature ............................................. 78
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control Sys tem) .................................................... 134
Changing the Mode................................ 134
Defrosting the Windshield and 
Windows .............................................. 135
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 273
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 134
Sensor .................................................... 137
Synchronized Mode ................................ 136
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 134
Air Pressure .
............................. 262 , 309, 311Airbags
........................................................ 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
Airbag Care ............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................. 19
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36
Indicator ........................................ 44, 67, 70
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45
Sensors ...................................................... 33
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 42
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 40
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
AM/FM Radio ..
.......................................... 146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 214
Indicator .................................................... 66
Armrest ..................................................... 125
Audio System ............................................ 140
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 145
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 142
Error Messages ........................................ 161
General Information ................................ 163
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 156
Recommended CDs ................................. 164
Recommended Devices ............................ 166
Remote Controls ..................................... 144
Security Code .......................................... 142
Theft Protection ....................................... 142
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 141
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 166
Authorized Manuals ............
..................... 319 Auto Door Lock/Unlock
.............................. 95
Customize ........................................... 81, 83
Automatic Lighting .................................. 107
Automatic Transmission ........................... 196
Creeping ................................................. 196
Fluid ........................................................ 244
Kickdown ................................................ 196
Operating the Shift Lever................... 13, 198
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 199
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 291
Shifting ................................................... 197
Auxiliary Input Jack ................
.................. 142
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 78
Average Speed ........................................... 79
B
Battery...................................................... 270
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 294
Jump Starting .......................................... 288
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 270
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 272
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 129
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 159
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 169
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
Brake System ............................................ 212
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 214
Brake Assist System ................................. 215
Fluid ........................................................ 246
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