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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Refilling Window Washer Fluid
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Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge
on the cap.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir. If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Models with level gauge
Level Gauge
Models without level gauge
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Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
2. Remove the fasteners, using a flat-tip
screwdriver. Remove the cover of the air
intake duct and its upper part.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scra tch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo ar ea or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
The exterior lights’ inside lenses (headlights, brake
lamps, etc.) may fog temporarily after a car wash or
while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
Passenger side
Fastener
Cover
Air Intake
Duct
Driver side
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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Fog Light Bulbs
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3. Remove the coupler.
u It can be removed by pushing the tab.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert a new bulb in to the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
6. Insert the coupler into the connector of
the bulb.
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attemp t to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
Fog Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, and lower the under cover.
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
Driver and passenger side
■Low Beam Headlights
Fog Light: 55 W
1Fog Light Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
The fog lights are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Clip
Under Cover
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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
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2. Remove the coupler.
u It can be removed by pushing the tab.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of
the bulb.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to
the opposite side from the headlight
being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to
the right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screws, and
pull the inner fender back.
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker: 21/5W
1Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Inner Fender
Screw
Clip
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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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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Back-Up Light, Taillight Bulbs
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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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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
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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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