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3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
4. Push in the old bulb, ro tate to the left until
it unlocks, and remove.
5. Insert a new bulb.
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
Door mirrors have the side turn lights. Ha ve an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light bulbs.
1Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Push until the
pin is flat
Socket
Bulb
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High-Mount Brake Light Bulbs
High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light bulbs.
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover.
u It can be removed by pulling it backward.
2. Use a Phillip-head screwdriver to remove
the bolts.
3. Slide out the light assembly to the side.
Brake/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light: 21 W/5W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W
Cover
Bolts
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4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
Back-Up Light, Taillight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge of
the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.
Bulb
Socket
Back-Up Light: 21W
Taillight: 5W
Cover
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2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Push the tab on the left and pull out the
lens and the socket attached to it.
Bulb
Socket
License Plate Light: 5W
TabLens
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2. Remove the lens.
u It can be removed by pushing the tab.
3. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.Tab
Lens
Tab
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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper
arm may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip
screw driver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.
1Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICEAvoid dropping the wiper arm; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab
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4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.
u Correctly align the ru bber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Top Retainer
Blade
Tab Indent
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Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Pivot up the bottom end of the wiper blade
until it comes off from the wiper arm.1Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICEAvoid dropping the wiper blade; it may damage the
rear window.
Wiper Arm
Blade
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3. Slide the blade out of the wiper.
4. Remove the retainers from wiper blade and
mount it to a new rubber blade.
5. Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.
u Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the
wiper arm.
Blade
Retainer
Rubber
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Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handli ng, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or specification’s page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversel y affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips , use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2
kgf/cm
2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tr ead. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 264
• Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tire s if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have
been removed and reinstalled should be properly
balanced.
Measure the spare tire pressure once a month or
before long trips.
3 WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.
Models with a spare tire
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