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Contents

Owner's Identification Form

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i

A Few Words About Safety ................................................................................................................. ii

Your Vehicle at a Glance .....................................................................................................................4

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................7

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls ................................................................................................................. 57

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Features ............................................................................................................................................ 161

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 247

What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 261

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 289

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 335

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 363

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 377

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 381

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index...................................................................................................................................................... I

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

This owner’s manual should beconsidered a permanent part of thevehicle and should remain with thevehicle when it is sold.

The information and specificationsincluded in this publication were ineffect at the time of approval forprinting. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.reserves the right, however, todiscontinue or change specificationsor design at any time without noticeand without incurring any obligationwhatsoever.

This Owner’s Manual covers allmodels of the Acura RL. You mayfind descriptions of equipment andfeatures that are not on yourparticular model.

Owner’s Identif ication

OWNER

ADDRESS

V. I. N.

DELIVERY DATE

DEALER NAME DEALER NO.

ADDRESS

OWNER’S SIGNATURE

DEALER’S SIGNATURE

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE

(Date sold to original retail purchaser)

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE

Congratulations on your selection of the 2005 Acura RL. We are certain youwill be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest luxury vehicles in theworld.

California Proposition 65 Warning

This product containsor emits chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancerand birth defects or otherreproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one ormore recording devices commonlyreferred to as event data recordersor sensing and diagnostic modules.

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls andconvenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle soyou can refer to it at any time.

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand responsibilities.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manualhelps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staffis specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle.Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answerany questions and concerns.

As you read this manual, you willfind information that is preceded bya symbol. Thisinformation is intended to help youavoid damage to your vehicle, otherproperty, or the environment.

Introduction

WARNING:

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Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.

To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This information alertsyou to potential hazards that couldhurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical orpossible to warn you about all thehazards associated with operating ormaintaining your vehicle. You mustuse your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,including:

on the vehicle.preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of

three signal words: , , or .

such as Important Safety Reminders or ImportantSafety Precautions.

such as Driver and Passenger Safety.how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read itcarefully.

These signal words mean:

A Few Words About Safety

Safety LabelsSafety Messages

Safety Headings

Safety SectionInstructions

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t followinstructions.

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

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CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM

AUDIO SYSTEM

POWER DOORLOCK MASTERSWITCH

INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS

ACCESSORYPOWER SOCKETS

HOOD RELEASE LEVER

POWER WINDOWSWITCHES

DRIVING POSITIONMEMORY SYSTEM(P.124)

(P.116)

(P.145)

(P.117)

(P.60)AIRBAGS

MIRROR CONTROLAUTO BUTTON(P.122)

(P.11, 24)

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION

(P.251)

TRUNK RELEASEBUTTON

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASEBUTTON

POWER REAR

(P.217)(P.204)

MOONROOF SWITCH (P.148)

SUNSHADE BUTTON(P.158)

(P.120)

(P.265)

(P.156)

(P.171)

(P.162)

TILT BUTTON

HomeLink BUTTONSOnStar BUTTONS

(P.249)REAR HEAD RESTRAINT

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CEILING CONSOLE

INTERFACE DIAL(P.163, 171, 208)

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INSTRUMENTPANEL BRIGHTNESS

STEERING WHEELAUDIO CONTROLS

STEERING WHEELADJUSTMENTS

(P.104)

(P.109) (P.102)

HANDSFREELINKBUTTONS

HORN

(P.282)

(P.231)

(P.108)

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOGLIGHTS

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)SYSTEM OFF SWITCH

ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTINGSYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH

PADDLE SHIFTERS(P.267)

(P.111) (P.198)

(P.123) VOICE CONTROLBUTTONS

HEATED MIRRORBUTTON (P.123)

CRUISE CONTROLBUTTONS

PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF INDICATOR

HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON

WINDSHIELDWIPER/WASHER

MULTI INFORMATION BUTTONS (P.69)

(P.109)

(P.33)

(P.201)

(P.143)

REAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTON

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SEAT HEATERSWITCHES

SEAT HEATER ANDSEAT VENTILATIONBUTTONS

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This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your airbags work. Andit tells you how to properly restraininfants and children in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 8.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 9

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 13.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 13

...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 14............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 15

...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 165. Fasten and Position the Seat

.....................................Belts . 176. Maintain a Proper Sitting

................................Position . 18.........Advice for Pregnant Women . 19.......Additional Safety Precautions . 20

Additional Information About.......................Your Seat Belts . 21

..Seat Belt System Components . 21......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 21

Automatic Seat Belt...............................Tensioners . 22

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 23Additional Information About

...........................Your Airbags . 24......Airbag System Components . 24

How Your Front Airbags.........................................Work . 27

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 30How Your Side Curtain

..........................Airbags Work . 32..How the SRS Indicator Works . 32

How the Side Airbag Off......................Indicator Works . 33

How the Passenger Airbag...............Off Indicator Works . 33

.............................Airbag Service . 34...Additional Safety Precautions . 35

Protecting Children General................................Guidelines . 36

All Children Must Be...............................Restrained . 36

All Children Should Sit in a.................................Back Seat . 37

The Passenger’s Front Airbag.........Can Pose Serious Risks . 37

If You Must Drive with Several...................................Children . 39

If a Child Requires Close..................................Attention . 39

...Additional Safety Precautions . 40Protecting Infants and Small

...................................Children . 41.......................Protecting Infants . 41

.........Protecting Small Children . 42.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 43....................Installing a Child Seat . 44

...............................With LATCH . 45..........................With a Seat Belt . 47

..............................With a Tether . 49...........Protecting Larger Children . 50

...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 50..................Using a Booster Seat . 51

When Can a Larger Child Sit in.........................................Front . 52

...Additional Safety Precautions . 53.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54

...................................Safety Labels . 55

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You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.The recommendations on this pageare the ones we consider to be themost important.

Excessive speed is a major factor incrash injuries and deaths. Generally,the higher the speed, the greater therisk, but serious injuries can alsooccur at lower speeds. Never drivefaster than is safe for currentconditions, regardless of themaximum speed posted.

Having a tire blowout or amechanical failure can be extremelyhazardous. To reduce the possibilityof such problems, check your tirepressures and condition frequently,and perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance (see page ).

A seat belt is your best protection inall types of collisions. Airbags aredesigned to supplement seat belts,not replace them. So even thoughyour vehicle is equipped with airbags,make sure you and your passengersalways wear your seat belts, andwear them properly (see page ).

Children age 12 and under shouldride properly restrained in a backseat. Infants and small childrenshould be restrained in a child seat.Larger children should use a boosterand a lap/shoulder belt until theycan use the belt properly without abooster (see pages ).

While airbags can save lives, theycan cause serious or fatal injuries tooccupants who sit too close to them,or are not properly restrained.Infants, young children, and shortadults are at the greatest risk. Besure to follow all instructions andwarnings in this manual.

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Evenone drink can reduce your ability torespond to changing conditions, andyour reaction time gets worse withevery additional drink. So don’t drinkand drive, and don’t let your friendsdrink and drive, either.

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Always Wear Your Seat Belt

Control Your Speed

Keep Your Vehicle in SafeCondition

Restrain All Children

Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

Don’t Drink and Drive

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.

Some features do not require anyaction on your part. These include astrong steel framework that forms asafety cage around the passengercompartment; front and rear crushzones; a collapsible steering column;and tensioners that tighten the frontseat belts in a crash.

However, you and your passengerscan’t take full advantage of thesefeatures unless you remain sitting ina proper position and

. In fact, some safetyfeatures can contribute to injuries ifthey are not used properly.

The following pages explain how youcan take an active role in protectingyourself and your passengers.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

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Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.

Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument panelto remind you and your passengersto fasten your seat belts.

Seat belts are the single mosteffective safety device for adults andlarger children. (Infants and smallerchildren must be properly restrainedin child seats.)

Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and allCanadian provinces require you towear seat belts.

When properly worn, seat belts:

Keep you connected to the vehicleso you can take advantage of thevehicle’s built-in safety features.

Help protect you in almost everytype of crash, including frontal,side, and rear impacts androllovers.

Help keep you from being thrownagainst the inside of the vehicleand against other occupants.

Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.

Help keep you in a good positionshould the airbags ever deploy. Agood position reduces the risk ofinjury from an inflating airbag andallows you to get the bestadvantage from the airbag.

Of course, seat belts cannotcompletely protect you in everycrash. But in most cases, seat beltscan reduce your risk of seriousinjury.

Always wear your seat belt, andmake sure you wear it properly.


Seat Belts

Why Wear Seat Belts

What You Should Do:

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Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and yourpassengers always wear seatbelts and wear them properly.

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Your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger during a moderate tosevere frontal collision. For moreinformation, see page .

Your vehicle also has side airbags tohelp protect the torso of the driver ora front seat passenger during amoderate to severe side impact. Formore information, see page .

Your vehicle also has side curtainairbags to help protect the heads ofthe driver, front passenger, andpassengers in the outer rear seatingpositions during a moderate tosevere side impact. For moreinformation, see page .27

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The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:

To dotheir job, airbags must inflate withtremendous force. So whileairbags help save lives, they cancause minor injuries or moreserious or even fatal injuries ifoccupants are not properlyrestrained or sitting properly.

Always wearyour seat belt properly, and situpright and as far back from thesteering wheel as possible whileallowing full control of the vehicle. Afront passenger should move theirseat as far back from the dashboardas possible.

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.

Remember, however, that no safetysystem can prevent all injuries ordeaths that can occur in a severecrash, even when seat belts areproperly worn and the airbags deploy.

They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.


Airbags can pose hazards.

What you should do:

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

Airbags offer no protection in rearimpacts, or minor frontal or sidecollisions.

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Your vehicle has a door monitorindicator on the multi-informationdisplay to indicate when a specificdoor or the trunk is not tightly closed.You will see the appropriate light/lights and the message for eachcondition.

The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adultpassengers, and teenage childrenwho are large enough and matureenough to drive or ride in the front.

See pages for importantguidelines on how to properlyprotect infants, small children, andlarger children who ride in yourvehicle.

After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors areclosed and locked.

When one or more doors are nottightly closed, the ‘‘DOOR OPEN’’indicator will stay on.

When the trunk is not tightly closed,the ‘‘TRUNK OPEN’’ indicator willstay on.

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Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirseat as far to the rear as possible.

Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being thrown outof the vehicle during a crash, and ithelps prevent passengers fromaccidentally opening a door andfalling out.

Locking the doors also helps preventan outsider from unexpectedlyopening a door when you come to astop.

When both the trunk and one ormore doors are not tightly closed,the ‘‘DOOR & TRUNK OPEN’’indicator will stay on.

See page for how to lock thedoors.

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If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or dashboard.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the steeringwheel and the chest. In addition toadjusting the seat, you can adjust thesteering wheel in and out (see page

). Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steering wheel.

Passengers with adjustable seat-backs should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, uprightposition.

If you cannot get far enough awayfrom the steering wheel and stillreach the controls, we recommendthat you investigate whether sometype of adaptive equipment may help.

Once your seat is adjusted correctly,rock it back and forth to make surethe seat is locked in position.

See page for how to adjust thefront seats.

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Sitting too close to a frontairbag can result in seriousinjury or death if the frontairbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from thefront airbags as possible.

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.

Have passengers with adjustablehead restraints adjust their restraintsproperly as well. Taller personsshould adjust their restraint as highas possible.

Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.

See page for how to adjust thehead restraints.

See page for how to adjust theseat-backs.

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It also increases the chanceof sliding under the belt in a crashand being seriously injured. Thefarther a seat-back is reclined, thegreater the risk of injury.

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Improperly positioning headrestraints reduces theireffectiveness and you can beseriously injured in a crash.

Make sure head restraints arein place and positioned properlybefore driving.

Reclining the seat-back too farcan result in serious injury ordeath in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to anupright position, and sit wellback in the seat.

If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your arminstead of your shoulder, you need toadjust the seat belt anchor height.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle,then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Check thatthe belt is not twisted, because atwisted belt can cause seriousinjuries in a crash.

This spreads the forces of a crashover the strongest bones in yourupper body.

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This lets your strong pelvic bonestake the force of a crash and reducesthe chance of internal injuries.

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.

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Improperly positioning the seatbelts can cause serious injuryor death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts areproperly positioned beforedriving.

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,with their feet on the floor, until thevehicle is parked and the engine isoff.

Sitting improperly can increase thechance of injury during a crash. Forexample, if an occupant slouches,lies down, turns sideways, sitsforward, leans forward or sideways,or puts one or both feet up, thechance of injury during a crash isgreatly increased.

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.

See page for additionalinformation about your seat beltsand how to take care of them.

If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.

The front seats have adjustable seatbelt anchors. To adjust the height ofan anchor, press and hold the releasebuttons, and slide the anchor up ordown as needed (it has fourpositions).

Using a seatbelt that is not working properly canresult in serious injury or death.Have your dealer check the belt assoon as possible.

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Maintain a Proper SittingPosition

6.Never place the shoulder portion of alap/shoulder belt under your arm orbehind your back.

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When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a front passenger, adjust the seatas far back as possible.

This will reduce the risk of injuriesto both you and your unborn childthat can be caused by a crash or aninflating front airbag.

Each time you have a checkup, askyour doctor if it’s okay for you todrive.If you are pregnant, the best way to

protect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across the hips.

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle or being struck by aninflating front airbag.

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Sitting improperly or out ofposition can result in seriousinjury or death in a crash.

Always sit upright, well back inthe seat, with your feet on thefloor.

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.

Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfere with the properoperation of the airbags or bepropelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone if the airbags inflate.

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

Carrying hard or sharpobjects on your lap, or driving witha pipe or other sharp object inyour mouth, can result in injuriesif your front airbag inflates.

Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt canreduce the protective capability ofthe belt and increase the chance ofserious injury in a crash.

If a side airbagor a side curtain airbag inflates, acup holder or other hard objectattached on or near the door couldbe propelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone.

Keep your hands and arms awayfrom the airbag covers.

Do not attach or place objects onthe front airbag covers.

Two people should never use thesame seat belt.

Do not place hard or sharp objectsbetween yourself and a frontairbag.

Do not put any accessories on seatbelts.

Do not attach hard objects on ornear a front door.

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Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensioners.

The seat belt systemincludes an indicator on the

instrument panel and a beeper toremind you to fasten your seat belt.

If you turn the ignition to ON (II)before fastening your seat belt, thebeeper will sound and the indicatorwill flash. If you do not fasten yourseat belt before the beeper stops, theindicator will stop flashing butremain on.

To unlock the belt, press the redPRESS button on the buckle. Guidethe belt across your body so that itretracts completely. After exiting thevehicle, be sure the belt is out of theway and will not get closed in thedoor.

All seat belts have an emergencylocking retractor. In normal driving,the retractor lets you move freely inyour seat while it keeps sometension on the belt. During a collisionor sudden stop, the retractorautomatically locks the belt to helprestrain your body.

If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, the beeperwill sound and the indicator will flashagain at regular intervals. You willalso see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT BELT’’message on the multi-informationdisplay (see page ).

To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then tug on thebelt to make sure the buckle islatched (see page for how toproperly position the belt).

The lap/shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.

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Lap/Shoulder Belt

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The tensioners are designed toactivate primarily in frontal collisions,and they should activate in anycollision severe enough to causefront-airbag inflation.

The tensioners can also be activatedduring a collision in which the frontairbags . In this case, theairbags would not be needed, but theadditional restraint could be helpful.

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts to help hold the driver anda front passenger in place.

The seat belts in all positions exceptthe driver’s have an additionallocking mechanism that must beactivated to secure a child seat (seepage ).

If the shoulder part of the belt ispulled all the way out, the lockingmechanism will activate. The beltwill retract, but it will not allow thepassenger to move freely.

To deactivate the lockingmechanism, unlatch the buckle andlet the seat belt fully retract. Torefasten the seat belt, pull it out onlyas far as needed.

When the tensioners are activated,the seat belts will remain tight untilthey are unbuckled in the normalmanner.

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If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by the dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof protection in a subsequent crash.

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must be replaced.

For information on how to clean yourseat belts, see page .

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.

Pull each belt out fully and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat the latches work smoothly andthe belts retract easily. Any belt thatis not in good condition or workingproperly will not provide goodprotection and should be replaced assoon as possible.

Acura provides a lifetime warrantyon seat belts for U.S. models. Seeyourbooklet for details.

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Not checking or maintainingseat belts can result in seriousinjury or death if the seat beltsdo not work properly whenneeded.

Check your seat belts regularlyand have any problemcorrected as soon as possible.

Airbag System Components

Additional Information About Your Airbags

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(1) Driver’s Airbag(2) Front Passenger’s Airbag(3) Control Unit(4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners(5) Side Airbags(6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor(7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors(8) Front Impact Sensors(9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator(10) Side Impact Sensors (First)

Your airbag system includes:

Two side airbags, one for thedriver and one for a frontpassenger. The airbags are storedin the outer edges of the seat-backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDEAIRBAG’’ (see page ).

Two side curtain airbags, one foreach side of the vehicle. Theairbags are stored in the ceilingabove the side windows. The frontand rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDECURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page

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Two SRS (Supplemental RestraintSystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the frontpassenger’s airbag is stored in thedashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRSAIRBAG.’’

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Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.

Sensors that can detect whether achild is in the passenger’s sideairbag path and automatically turnthe airbag off (see page ).

A driver’s seat position sensor thatmonitors the distance of the seatfrom the front airbag. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with less force (see page

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An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenturned off (see page ).

An indicator on the dashboard thatalerts you that the passenger’sfront airbag has been turned off(see page ).

Emergency backup power in caseyour vehicle’s electrical system isdisconnected in a crash.

Weight sensors that monitor theweight on the front passenger’sseat. These automatically turn offthe passenger’s front airbag ifthey detect an infant or small childmay be in the seat (see page ).

A sophisticated electronic systemthat continually monitors andrecords information about thesensors, the control unit, theairbag activators, the seat belttensioners, and driver and frontpassenger seat belt use when theignition is in ON (II).

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you to a possibleproblem with your airbags,sensors, or seat belt tensioners(see page ).

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After inflating, the front airbags willimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother controls.

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see them lying in their laps.

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.

Although both airbags normallyinflate within a split second of eachother, it is possible for only oneairbag to deploy.

This can happen if the severity of acollision is at the margin, orthreshold, that determines whetheror not the airbags will deploy. Insuch cases, the seat belt will providesufficient protection, and thesupplemental protection offered bythe airbag would be minimal.

If you ever have a moderate tosevere frontal collision, sensors willdetect the vehicle’s rapiddeceleration.

If the rate of deceleration is highenough, the control unit will instantlyinflate the driver’s and frontpassenger’s airbags, at the time andwith the force needed.

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Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant is wearing a seatbelt.

If the occupant’s belt is ,the airbag will deploy at a slightlylower threshold, because theoccupant would need extraprotection.

It the occupant’s belt is , theairbag will inflate at a slightly higherthreshold, when the airbag would beneeded to supplement the protectionprovided by the seat belt.

Your front airbags are dual-stageairbags. This means they have twoinflation stages that can be ignitedsequentially or simultaneously,depending on crash severity.

In a crash, both stageswill ignite simultaneously to providethe quickest and greatest protection.

In a crash, one stage willignite first, then the second stagewill ignite a split second later. Thisprovides longer airbag inflation timewith a little less force.

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag’s surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with respiratory problemsmay experience some temporarydiscomfort. If this occurs, get out ofthe vehicle as soon as it is safe to doso.


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Your front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andchildren who ride in front.

For both advanced airbags to workproperly:

Occupants must sit upright andwear their seat belts properly.

Do not spill any liquids on orunder the seats, cover the sensors,or put any cargo or metal objectsunder the front seats.

Back-seat passengers should notput their feet under the front seats.

Failure to follow these instructionscould damage the sensors or preventthem from working properly.

The driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with less force, regardless ofthe severity of the impact.

The passenger’s advanced frontairbag system has weight sensorsunder the seat. If the sensors detectan infant or small child may be in theseat, the system will automaticallyturn the passenger’s front airbag off.

If there is a problem with the sensor,the SRS indicator will come on, andthe airbag will inflate in the normalmanner regardless of the driver’sseating position.


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If you ever have a moderate tosevere side impact, the sensors willdetect rapid deceleration and signalthe control unit to instantly inflateeither the driver’s or the passenger’sside airbag.

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.

Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems in the seat-back pocket.

When the airbag is turned off, anindicator in the center of thedashboard will come on indicatingpassenger airbag ‘‘OFF’’ (see page

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To ensure that the passenger’sadvanced front airbag system willwork properly,

This includes:

A rear passenger pushing orpulling on the back of thepassenger’s seat.

If there is no passenger in the frontseat, the airbag will be off. However,the Passenger Airbag Off indicatorwill not come on.

Also, make sure the floor mat behindthe front passenger’s seat is hookedto the floor mat anchor (see page

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There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpath and when the indicator comeson or goes off.

A front seat passenger should notuse a cushion or other object as abackrest. It may prevent the cutoffsystem from working properly.

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no passenger.

To get the best protection from theside airbags, front seat occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.

To reduce the risk of injury from aninflating side airbag, your vehicle hasan automatic cutoff system for thepassenger’s side airbag.

The side airbag may also shut off if ashort adult leans sideways, or alarger adult slouches and leanssideways into the airbag’sdeployment path.

Objects placed on the frontpassenger seat can also cause theside airbag to be shut off.

If the side airbag off indicator comeson (see page ), have thepassenger sit upright. Once thepassenger is out of the airbag’sdeployment path, the system willturn the airbag back on, and theindicator will go out.Although Acura does not encourage

children to ride in front, this systemis designed to shut off the sideairbag if a child leans into the sideairbag’s path.

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In a moderate to severe side impact,sensors will detect rapid decelerationand signal the control unit toinstantly inflate the side curtainairbag on the driver’s or thepassenger’s side of the vehicle.

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.

To get the best protection from theside curtain airbags, occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problem

with your airbags or seat belttensioners.

If the indicator comes on at anyother time, or does not come on at all,you should have the system checkedby your dealer. For example:

If the indicator comes on orflashes on and off while you drive.

If the indicator stays on after theengine starts.

If the SRS indicator does not comeon after you turn the ignition toON (II).

When you turn the ignition to ON(II), this indicator will come onbriefly then go out. This tells you thesystem is working properly.

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This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect an infant or small child maybe in the front passenger’s seat. Itdoes there is a problemwith the airbag.

You will also see a ‘‘CHECKAIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on themulti-information display (see page

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passenger’s side airbag has beenautomatically shut off. It doesmean there is a problem with yourside airbags.

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.

When you turn the ignition to ON(II), the indicator should come onbriefly and go out (see page ). If itdoes not come on, stays on, or comeson while driving without a passengerin the front seat, you will also see a‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFFSYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. Have the systemchecked (see page ).

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Ignoring the SRS indicator canresult in serious injury or deathif the airbag systems ortensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by adealer as soon as possible ifthe SRS indicator alerts you toa possible problem.

Even if yourairbags do not inflate, your dealershould inspect the driver’s seatposition sensor and the frontpassenger’s weight sensors tomake sure they are operatingproperly.

If no one is riding in the front seat,the airbag will be automatically shutoff. However, the indicator will notcome on.

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:

Any airbagthat has deployed must bereplaced along with the controlunit and other related parts. If afront airbag inflates, the seat belttensioners must also be replaced.

Do not try to remove or replaceany airbag by yourself. This mustbe done by your dealer or aknowledgeable body shop.

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.If the indicator comes on with no

passenger in the front, or with anadult in the seat, there may be aproblem with the advanced airbagsystem. Have the vehicle checked byyour dealer as soon as possible.

The Passenger Airbag Off indicatormay also come on and off repeatedlyif total weight on the seat is near theairbag cutoff threshold.

If this happens, have the passengerride properly restrained in a backseat. If the passenger must ride infront, move the seat as far to therear as possible, have the passengersit upright and wear the seat beltproperly.


If your vehicle has a moderate tosevere impact.

An airbag ever inflates.

The SRS indicator alerts you to aproblem.

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Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.

Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.

This could make thedriver’s seat position sensor or thefront passenger’s weight sensorsineffective. If it is necessary toremove or modify a front seat toaccommodate a person withdisabilities, first contact AcuraClient Services at 800-382-2238.

Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.


Additional Safety PrecautionsDo not attempt to deactivate yourairbags.

Do not tamper with airbagcomponents or wiring for anyreason.

Do not remove or modify a frontseat without consulting yourdealer.

Do not cover or replace front seat-back covers without consultingyour dealer.

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If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,then presents special information forinfants, small children, and largerchildren.

Each year, many children are injuredor killed in vehicle crashes becausethey are either unrestrained or notproperly restrained. In fact, vehicleaccidents are the number one causeof the death of children ages 12 andunder.

To reduce the number of childdeaths and injuries, every state andCanadian province requires thatinfants and children be properlyrestrained when they ride in avehicle.

(see pages ).(see pages ).

Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.

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Infants and small children must berestrained in an approved child seatthat is properly secured to thevehicle

Larger children must be restrainedwith a lap/shoulder belt and ride ona booster seat until the seat belt f itsthem properly

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Children who are unrestrainedor improperly restrained can beseriously injured or killed in acrash.

Any child too small for a seatbelt should be properlyrestrained in a child seat. Alarger child should be properlyrestrained with a seat belt anduse a booster seat if necessary.

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Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarge, and it can inflate with enoughforce to cause very serious injuries.

Ifthe airbag inflates, it can hit the backof the child seat with enough forceto kill or very seriously injure aninfant.

If the vehicle seat istoo far forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild with enough force to kill orvery seriously injure a small child.Even though your vehicle has an

advanced front airbag system, whichcan automatically turn thepassenger’s front airbag off (seepage ), please follow theguidelines below.

According to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in aback seat.

Children who ride in back are lesslikely to be injured by strikinginterior vehicle parts during acollision or hard braking. Also,children cannot be injured by aninflating front airbag when they ridein the back.

Whenever possible,larger children should sit in the backseat, on a booster seat if needed, andbe properly restrained with a seatbelt. For more information, see page

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The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back seat. Somestates have laws restricting wherechildren may ride.

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The Passenger’s Front AirbagCan Pose Serious Risks

All Children Should Sit in a BackSeat

InfantsNever put a rear-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s front airbag.

Small ChildrenPlacing a forward-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s front airbag canbe hazardous.

Larger ChildrenChildren who have outgrown childseats are also at risk of being injuredor killed by an inflating passenger’sfront airbag.

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To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarning labels on the dashboard(U.S. models) and on the front visors.Please read and follow theinstructions on these labels.


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Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresattention.

Placing a child in the front seatexposes the child to hazards in afrontal collision, and paying closeattention to a child distracts thedriver from the important tasks ofdriving, placing both of you at risk.

Your vehicle has a back seat wherechildren can be properly restrained.If you ever have to carry a group ofchildren, and a child must ride infront:

Place the largest child in the frontseat, provided the child is largeenough to wear the lap/shoulderbelt properly (see page ).

Move the vehicle seat as far to therear as possible (see page ).

Have the child sit upright and wellback in the seat (see page ).

Make sure the seat belt is properlypositioned and secured (see page

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If a child requires close physicalattention or frequent visualcontact, we strongly recommendthat another adult ride with thechild in a back seat. The back seatis far safer for a child than thefront.

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During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.


If you are not wearing aseat belt in crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild against the dashboard or aseat-back. If you are wearing aseat belt, the child can be tornfrom your arms and be seriouslyhurt or killed.

This can prevent childrenfrom accidentally falling out (seepage ).

Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,and can be very hazardous.

For example, infants and smallchildren left in a vehicle on a hotday can die from heatstroke. Achild left alone with the key in theignition can accidentally set thevehicle in motion, possibly injuringthemselves or others.

Childrenwho play in vehicles canaccidentally get trapped inside.Teach your children not to play inor around vehicles. Know how tooperate the emergency trunkopener and decide if your childrenshould be shown how to use thisfeature (see page ).

Even very youngchildren learn how to unlockvehicle doors, turn on the ignitionswitch, and open the trunk, whichcan lead to accidental injury ordeath.

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Never put a seat belt over yourselfand a child.

Never let two children use thesame seat belt.

Never hold an infant or child onyour lap.

Use childproof door locks toprevent children from opening thedoors.

Do not leave children alone in avehicle.

Lock all doors and the trunk whenyour vehicle is not in use.

Keep vehicle keys and remotetransmitters out of the reach ofchildren.

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An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat and the child is at leastone year old.

Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back.

Two types of seats may be used: aseat designed exclusively for infants,or a convertible seat used in the rear-facing, reclining mode.

If placedfacing forward, an infant could bevery seriously injured during afrontal collision.

A rear-facing child seat can be placedin any seating position in the backseat, but not in the front.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates, it can hit the back of thechild seat with enough force to kill orseriously injure an infant.

When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent thedriver or a front passenger frommoving the seat as far back asrecommended, or from locking theseat-back in the desired position.

Or, it can interfere with properoperation of the passenger’sadvanced front airbag system.

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Do not put a rear-facing child seat ina forward-facing position.

Never put arear-facing child seat in the frontseat.

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A child who is at least 1 year old, andwho fits within the child seat maker’sweight and height limits, should berestrained in a forward-facing,upright child seat.

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.

In any situation, we stronglyrecommend that you install the childseat directly behind the frontpassenger’s seat, move the seat asfar forward as needed, and leave itunoccupied. Or, you may wish to geta smaller rear-facing child seat. We strongly recommend placing a

forward-facing child seat in a backseat, not the front.

We also recommend that a smallchild use the child seat as long aspossible, until the child reaches theweight or height limit for the seat.

Even with advanced front airbags,which can automatically turn thepassenger’s front airbag off (seepage ), a back seat is the safestplace for a small child.

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Placing a rear-facing child seatin the front seat can result inserious injury or death during acollision.

Always place a rear-facing childseat in the back seat, not thefront.

Conventional child seats must besecured to a vehicle with a seat belt,whereas LATCH-compatible seatsare secured by attaching the seat tohardware built into the two outerseating positions in the back seat.

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.

We also recommend selecting aLATCH-compatible seat with a rigid,rather than a flexible, anchor (seepage ).

In seating positions and vehicles notequipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible child seat can be installedusing a seat belt.

If it is necessary to put a forward-facing child seat in the front, movethe vehicle seat as far to the rear aspossible, and be sure the child seat isfirmly secured to the vehicle and thechild is properly strapped in the seat. Whatever type of seat you choose, to

provide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:

Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

Rear-facing for infants, forward-facing for small children.

When buying a child seat, you needto choose either a conventional childseat, or one designed for use withthe Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH) system.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat

Selecting a Child Seat

The child seat should meet U.S. orCanadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213.

The child seat should be of theproper type and size to fit the child.

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Placing a forward-facing childseat in the front seat can resultin serious injury or death if thefront airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, movethe vehicle seat as far back aspossible, and properly restrainthe child.

After selecting a proper child seat,and a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:

All child seats must besecured to the vehicle with the lappart of a lap/shoulder belt or withthe LATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for Children) system. Achild whose seat is not properlysecured to the vehicle can beendangered in a crash.

After installing a childseat, push and pull the seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat beltshould be installed as firmly aspossible. However, it does not needto be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

movement can be expected andshould not reduce the child seat’seffectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, tryinstalling it in a different seatingposition, or use a different style ofchild seat that can be firmly secured.

Before purchasing a conventionalchild seat, or using a previouslypurchased one, we recommend thatyou test the seat in the specificvehicle seating position, or positions,where the seat will be used.

Make sure the child is properlystrapped in the child seataccording to the child seat maker’sinstructions. A child who is notproperly secured in a child seatcan be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provideguidelines on how to properly installa child seat. A forward-facing childseat is used in all examples, but theinstructions are the same for rear-facing child seats.

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Properly secure the child seat tothe vehicle.

Make sure the child seat is firmlysecured.

The child seat should fit thevehicle seating position (orpositions) where it will be used.

Secure the child in the child seat.

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To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:

Move the seat belt buckle ortongue away from the loweranchors.

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for Children) at the outerrear seats.

The lower anchors are locatedbetween the seat-back and seatbottom, and are to be used only witha child seat designed for use withLATCH.

Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.

The location of each lower anchor isindicated by a small button above theanchor point.

Push the rear head restraint tiltbutton on the ceiling console topivot the head restraints down.

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Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.

Some LATCH-compatible seatshave a rigid-type connector asshown above.

Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type connector asshown above.

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.

After properly securing the childseat with the lap/shoulder belt(see page ), route the tetherstrap over the head restraint.

Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchor, then tighten thestrap as instructed by the childseat maker.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure.

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When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.

With the child seat in the desiredseating position, route the beltthrough the child seat accordingto the seat maker’s instructions,then insert the latch plate into thebuckle.

To activate the lockable retractor,slowly pull the shoulder part of thebelt all the way out until it stops,then let the belt feed back into theretractor.

After the belt has retracted, tug onit. If the belt is locked, you will notbe able to pull it out. If you can pullthe belt out, it is not locked, andyou will need to repeat these steps.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts inall seating positions except thedriver’s have a locking mechanismthat must be activated to secure achild seat.

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To deactivate the lockingmechanism and remove a child seat,unlatch the buckle, unroute the seatbelt, and let the belt fully retract.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child seat is notsecure, unlatch the belt, allow it toretract fully, then repeat thesesteps.

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the belt. Remember, ifthe lap part of the belt is not tight,the child seat will not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help toput weight on the child seat, orpush on the back of the seat whilepulling up on the belt.

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A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat, using one of theanchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additionalsecurity to the lap/shoulder beltinstallation, we recommend using atether whenever one is required oravailable.

After properly securing the childseat with the lap/shoulder belt(see page ), pivot the headrestraint down (see page ) androute the tether strap over thehead restraint.

Lift the anchor cover, then attachthe tether strap hook to theanchor, making sure the strap isnot twisted.

Tighten the strap according to theseat maker’s instructions.

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To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:

Does the child sit all the way backagainst the seat?

Do the child’s knees bendcomfortably over the edge of theseat?

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wear a lap/shoulderbelt.

The following pages giveinstructions on how to check properseat belt fit, what kind of boosterseat to use if one is needed, andimportant precautions for a childwho must sit in front.

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Allowing a child age 12 or underto sit in front can result in injuryor death if the passenger’s frontairbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front,move the vehicle seat as farback as possible, use a boosterseat if needed, have the childsit up properly and wear theseat belt properly.

Booster seats can be high-back orlow-back. Whichever style you select,make sure the booster meets federalsafety standards (see page ) andthat you follow the booster seatmaker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far to the rear as possible,and be sure the child is wearing theseat belt properly.

A child may continue using a boosterseat until the tops of their ears areeven with the top of the vehicle’s orbooster’s seat-back. A child of thisheight should be tall enough to usethe lap/shoulder belt without abooster seat.

Some states also require children touse a booster seat until they reach agiven age or weight (e.g., 6 years or60 lbs). Be sure to check currentlaws in the state or states where youintend to drive.

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?

Will the child be able to stayseated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all thesequestions, the child is ready to wearthe lap/shoulder belt correctly. Ifyou answer no to any question, thechild needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

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If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instructions and all safetyinformation.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-most position.

Have the child sit up straight, backagainst the seat, and feet on ornear the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt isproperly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even maturechildren sometimes need to bereminded to fasten the seat beltsor sit properly.

Of course, children vary widely. Andwhile age may be one indicator ofwhen a child can safely ride in front,there are other important factors youshould consider.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates in a moderate to severefrontal collision, the airbag can causeserious injuries to a child who isunrestrained, improperly restrained,sitting too close to the airbag, or outof position.

A side airbag also poses risks. If anypart of a larger child’s body is in thepath of a deploying side airbag, thechild could receive possibly seriousinjuries.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in a back seat.

Physically, a child must be largeenough for the lap/shoulder belt toproperly fit (see page ). If the seatbelt does not fit properly, with orwithout the child sitting on a boosterseat, the child should not sit in front.

To safely ride in front, a child mustbe able to follow the rules, includingsitting properly, and wearing the seatbelt properly throughout a ride.

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This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.

Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can make the belt lesseffective and increase the chanceof serious injury in a crash.

This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the child will slideunder the belt in a crash and beinjured.


Do not let a child wear a seat beltacross the neck.

Do not put any accessories on aseat belt.

Do not let a child put the shoulderpart of a seat belt behind the backor under the arm.

Two children should never use thesame seat belt.



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Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintain yourvehicle properly.

High levels of carbon monoxide cancollect rapidly in enclosed areas,such as a garage. Do not run theengine with the garage door closed.Even with the door open, run theengine only long enough to move thevehicle out of the garage.

Have the exhaust system inspectedfor leaks whenever:

With the trunk open, airflow can pullexhaust gas into your vehicle’sinterior and create a hazardouscondition. If you must drive with thetrunk open, open all the windows andset the climate control system asshown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehiclewith the engine running, even in anunconfined area, adjust the climatecontrol system as follows:

Select the fresh air mode.Select the mode.Turn the fan on high speed.Set the temperature control to acomfortable setting.

The vehicle is raised for an oilchange.

You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accidentthat may have damaged theunderside.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.Breathing it can causeunconsciousness and even killyou.

Avoid any enclosed areas oractivities that expose you tocarbon monoxide.

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hardto read (except for the U.S.dashboard label which may beremoved by the owner), contact yourdealer for a replacement.

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SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are within easy reach.

...........................Control Locations . 58............................Instrument Panel . 59

..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 60.............................................Gauges . 68

...................Temperature Gauge . 68..................................Fuel Gauge . 68

.............Multi-Information Display . 69Controls Near the Steering

.........................................Wheel . 101Windshield Wipers and

.....................................Washers . 102...................................Turn Signal . 104....................................Headlights . 104....................................Fog Lights . 106

Adaptive Front Lighting System.........................................(AFS) . 107

...............Hazard Warning Button . 109......Instrument Panel Brightness . 109

...............Rear Window Defogger . 110......Steering Wheel Adjustments . 111

.............................Keys and Locks . 113......................Immobilizer System . 114

..............................Ignition Switch . 115....................................Door Locks . 116

..............................................Trunk . 117......Emergency Trunk Opener . 118

................Childproof Door Locks . 118...............................................Seats . 119

...........................................Mirrors . 122Driving Position Memory

........................................System . 124................Keyless Access System . 127

..................................Seat Heaters . 142Seat Heaters and Seat

.................................Ventilation . 143............................Power Windows . 145

.......................................Moonroof . 147...............................Parking Brake . 151

.........Interior Convenience Items . 152..................................Glove Box . 153

.....................Beverage Holders . 154.............Console Compartment . 155

..................................Sun Visors . 156........Accessory Power Sockets . 156

...........................Rear Ashtrays . 157..................Front Door Pockets . 157

..............Power Rear Sunshade . 158

..............Integrated Sunshades . 159...............................Interior Lights . 160

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AUDIO SYSTEM

POWER WINDOWSWITCHES

INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORSGAUGES

CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTONHOOD RELEASE LEVER

DRIVING POSITIONMEMORY SYSTEM

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASEBUTTON

POWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCH

CEILING CONSOLE

HomeLink BUTTONSMOONROOF SWITCHPOWER REAR

TILT BUTTON

SUNSHADE BUTTON

OnStar BUTTONS

(P.120)

(P.204)(P.217)

(P.148)

(P.158)

MIRROR CONTROLAUTO BUTTON(P.60)

(P.68)

(P.124)

(P.116)

(P.145)

(P.122)

(P.162)

(P.171)

(P.251)(P.117)

(P.249)

AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION(P.265)

ACCESSORY POWERSOCKETS(P.156)

REAR HEAD RESTRAINT

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CHARGING SYSTEMINDICATOR

LOW OILPRESSUREINDICATOR

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)SYSTEM INDICATOR

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR

FOG LIGHTINDICATOR

LOW TIRE PRESSUREINDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKESYSTEM INDICATOR

VSAACTIVATIONINDICATOR

KEYLESS ACCESSSYSTEM INDICATOR

SIDE AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR

SECURITYSYSTEMINDICATOR

PARKING BRAKE ANDBRAKE SYSTEMINDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDERINDICATOR

CRUISE MAIN INDICATORADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING(AFS) SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.66)

(P.60, 348)

(P.64)

(P.60, 348)

(P.60, 349)

(P.65, 272)

(P.69)

(P.64)

(P.65, 277) (P.62)

(P.21, 60)

(P.61, 350)

(P.62, 275)

(P.67, 107)

(P.64)

(P.63, 281)(P.66)

(P.67) (P.63, 281)

(P.64)

(P.62)

(P.33, 61)

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MESSAGE INDICATOR

MALFUNCTION INDICATORLAMP

SH-AWD INDICATOR

MULTI-INFORMATIONDISPLAY

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMINDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMINDICATOR (P.32, 61)

ELECTRONICALLYCONTROLLEDPOWER STEERINGSYSTEM (ECPS)INDICATOR

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Itreminds you and your passengers tofasten your seat belts. A beeper alsosounds if you have not fastened yourseat belt.

If you turn the ignition switch to ON(II) before fastening your belt, thebeeper sounds and the indicatorflashes. If you do not fasten yourseat belt before the beeper stops, theindicator stops flashing but remainson.

You will also see a ‘‘CHECKEMISSION SYSTEM’’ message onthe multi-information display. Formore information, see page .

The engine can be severely damagedif this indicator flashes or stays onwhen the engine is running, or if a‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’message is on the multi-informationdisplay. For more information, seepage .

If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the battery is notbeing charged, and you will also seea ‘‘CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay. For more information, seepage .

If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, the beepersounds and the indicator flashesagain at regular intervals, and youwill also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEATBELT’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ).

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Seat Belt ReminderIndicator

Low Oil PressureIndicator

Charging SystemIndicator

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This indicator has two functions:

It comes on when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). It is areminder to check the parkingbrake. Driving with the parkingbrake not fully released candamage the rear brakes, axles, andtires.If you drive without releasing theparking brake, a chime will sound,and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASEPARKING BRAKE’’ message onthe multi-information display (seepage ).

If it stays on after you have fullyreleased the parking brake whilethe engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving, it canindicate a problem in the brake

system. You will also see a‘‘BRAKE FLUID LOW’’ or‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay (see page ). For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to ON(II). If it comes on at any other time,it indicates a potential problem withyour front airbags. This indicator willalso alert you to a potential problemwith your side airbags, passenger’sside airbag automatic cutoff system,automatic seat belt tensioners, orside curtain airbags. You will also seea ‘‘CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay (see page ). For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II). Ifit comes on at any other time, itindicates that the passenger’s sideairbag has automatically shut off.You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGERSIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on themulti-information display (see page

). For more information, seepage .

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This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It comes onwhen the light switch is in either the

or position. This indicatorwill also come on when the lightswitch is in AUTO and the lightsturn on automatically. If you turn theignition switch to ACCESSORY (I)or LOCK (0) without turning off thelight switch, this indicator willremain on. A reminder chime willalso sound when you open the driver’sdoor.

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II). It will then go offif you have a properly-coded remote.If it is not a properly-coded remote,the indicator will blink and theengine will not start (see page ).

If you use the remote, this indicatorblinks several times when you turnthe ignition switch fromACCESSORY (I) to LOCK (0).

If you use the built-in key, thisindicator blinks several times whenyou turn the ignition switch from ON(II) to ACCESSORY (I).

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II), and whenthe ignition switch is turned toSTART (III). If this indicator comeson at any other time, there is aproblem in the ABS. If this happens,take the vehicle to your dealer tohave it checked. With this indicatoron, your vehicle still has normalbraking ability but no anti-lockfunction. You will also see a‘‘CHECK ABS SYSTEM’’ messageon the multi-information display (seepage ). For more information, seepage .275

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Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) Indicator

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This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II).

This indicator has three functions.

It comes on as a reminder that youhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (seepage ).

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). For moreinformation, see page .

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If the indicator does notblink or blinks rapidly, it usuallymeans one of the turn signal bulbs isburned out (see page ). Replacethe bulb as soon as possible, sinceother drivers cannot see that you aresignaling.

When you press the hazard warningbutton, both turn signals blink. Allturn signals on the outside of thevehicle should flash.

If it comes on and stays on at anyother time, or it does not come onwhen you turn the ignition switch toON (II), there is a problem with theVSA system. You will also see a‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ messageon the multi-information display (seepage ). Take your vehicle to adealer to have it checked. WithoutVSA, your vehicle still has normaldriving ability, but will not have VSAtraction and stability enhancement.For more information, see page .

It comes on along with the VSAsystem indicator if there is aproblem with the VSA system.You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSASYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ).

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This indicator comes on when youturn on the fog lights. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator also comes on withreduced brightness when thedaytime running lights (DRL) are on(see page ).

This indicator comes on when youturn on the cruise control system bypressing the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel (see page ).

This indicator is in the fuel gauge. Itcomes on as a reminder that youmust refuel soon. You will also see a‘‘FUEL LOW’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ).

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Cruise Main Indicator

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LOW FUEL INDICATOR

If this happens, pull to the side of theroad when it is safe, check which tirehas lost the pressure on the multi-information display, and determinethe cause. If it is because of a flat tire,replace the flat tire with the compactspare (see page ), and have theflat tire repaired as soon as possible.If two or more tires are underinflated,call a professional towing service.For more information, see page .

Pull to the side of the road when it issafe, shift to Park, and let the engineidle until the indicator goes out.

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II).

If it comes on while driving, itindicates that one or more of yourvehicle’s tires are extremely low onpressure.

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). If thisindicator comes on at any other time,there is a problem in the SH-AWDsystem. You will also see a ‘‘CHECKSH-AWD SYSTEM’’ message on themulti-information display (see page

). Take your vehicle to a dealer tohave it checked. For moreinformation, see page .

You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIREPRESSURE’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ).

If it comes on while driving, itindicates the differentialtemperature is too high.You will also see a ‘‘SH-AWD DIFFTEMP. HIGH’’ message on themulti-information display (see page

).

If the indicator blinks while driving,pull to the side of the road when it issafe, shift to Park, and let the engineidle until the indicator goes out.

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Continuing to drive with the SH-AWDindicator blinking may cause seriousdamage to the system.

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition to ON (II)and goes off after the engine starts.If it comes on at any other time,there is a problem with the powersteering system. You will also see a‘‘CHECK POWER STEERINGSYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ). Ifthis happens, stop the vehicle in asafe place, and turn off the engine.Reset the system by restarting theengine, and watch this indicator. If itdoes not go off, or comes back onagain while driving, take the vehicleto your dealer to have it checked.With the indicator on, the ECPS isturned off, which could make thevehicle harder to steer.

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). If it comeson at any other time, it indicates thatthere is a problem with the system.You will also see a ‘‘CHECKKEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay (see page ). For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on when thereis a system message in the multi-information display. Press the INFObutton on the steering wheel (seepage ) to see the message (seepage ).

Most of the time, this indicatorcomes on along with other indicatorsin the instrument panel such as theseat belt reminder indicator, SRSindicator, VSA system indicator, etc.

The indicator comes on when yougun the engine while the vehicle isnot moving. To turn the indicator off,restart the engine.

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This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II).

It comes on as a reminder that youhave turned off the Adaptive FrontLighting System (AFS).

This indicator blinks when there is aproblem with the AFS system; youwill also see a ‘‘CHECK ADAPTIVEFRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay (see page ). If thishappens, stop the vehicle in a safeplace, turn the ignition switch toACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), andrestart the engine. If the indicatordoes not go off or blinks again, takeyour vehicle to a dealer to have itchecked. For more information, seepage .

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. For moreinformation, see page .

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This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom white mark to aboutthe middle of the gauge. In severedriving conditions, such as very hotweather or a long period of uphilldriving, the pointer may rise to the

upper end of the white section of thegauge. If it reaches the red (hot)mark, pull safely to the side of theroad. For more information, see page

.

This shows how much fuel youhave. It may show slightly moreor less than the actual amount.The needle returns to thebottom after you turn off theignition.

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TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE

FUEL GAUGE

Avoid driving with an extremely lowf uel level. Running out of f uel couldcause the engine to misf ire, damagingthe catalytic converter.

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The multi-information display in theinstrument panel displays variousinformation and messages when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position. Some of the messages helpyou operate your vehicle morecomfortably.Others help to keep you aware of theperiodic maintenance your vehicleneeds for continued trouble-freedriving.

You can change the display andcustomize your vehicle controlsettings by pressing the SEL/RESETor INFO buttons on the right side ofthe steering wheel.

With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, the lower part of themulti-information display changes asshown in the illustration, each timeyou press the SEL/RESET button.

When you open the driver’s door, a‘‘Welcome’’ message is shown on themulti-information display. When youturn the ignition switch from ON (II)position to ACCESSORY (I) position,a ‘‘Goodbye’’ message is shown onthe display.

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SELRESETBUTTON

U.S. CANADA

INFO ( / )BUTTONS

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal under U.S.federal law and Canadian provincialregulations to disconnect, reset, oralter the odometer with the intent tochange the number of miles orkilometers indicated.

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it. Thereare two trip meters: Trip A and TripB. Each trip meter worksindependently, so you can keep trackof two different distances.

To reset a trip meter, display it, thenpress and hold the SEL/RESETbutton until the number resets to‘‘0.0’’.

When you reset Trip A, average fueleconomy A is reset at the same time.When you reset Trip B, average fueleconomy B is reset.

In the customizing mode, you can setTrip A and average fuel economy Ato reset at the same time when yourefuel your vehicle (see page ).84


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TRIP METER

This shows the outside Fahrenheittemperature in U.S. models, andCentigrade temperature in Canadianmodels.

The temperature sensor is in thefront bumper. The temperaturereading can be affected by heatreflection from the road surface,engine heat, and the exhaust fromsurrounding traffic. This can causean incorrect temperature readingwhen your speed is under19 mph (30 km/h). When you startyour trip, the sensor is not fullyacclimatized, therefore it may takeseveral minutes until the propertemperature is displayed.

In certain weather conditions,temperature readings near freezing(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice isforming on the road surface.

This shows the remaining life of theengine oil. It shows 100% after theengine oil is replaced and the displayis reset. The engine oil life iscalculated based on engine operatingconditions and accumulated enginerevolutions. For more information,see page .

You can adjust the outsidetemperature display (see page ).

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With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, the upper part of thedisplay changes, as shown in theillustration, each time you press the

button. If you press the button,the display returns to the previousmessage.


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Press buttonPress button

Along with the trip meter, the tripcomputer calculates these values:

Range is the estimated distance youcan travel on the fuel remaining inthe tank. This distance is estimatedfrom the fuel economy you receivedover the last several miles, so it willvary with changes in speed, traffic,etc.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe LOCK (0) position, ELAPSEDTIME is reset.When Trip A is reset, average fuel

economy A is reset at the same time.When Trip B is reset, average fueleconomy B is reset at the same time.

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This monitor shows how muchtorque is being delivered to eachwheel. For more information, seepage .

When the tire pressure monitor isshown on the multi-informationdisplay, press the SEL/RESETbutton. The display changes asshown.You can see the pressure of each tirein this monitor. If one or more tiresare low, inflate them to the correctpressure. For more information, seepage .277

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You can receive or make phone callsfrom your cell phone through yourAcura’s HandsFreeLink (HFL)system without touching your cellphone.

When the engine oil life reaches 15percent, the display shows‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ and thecode for the maintenance items to beperformed.

When the engine oil life reaches 5percent, the display shows‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ along withthe same maintenance items.

Have your dealer do the indicatedmaintenance as soon as you see thismessage, and have them reset thedisplay after completing the service.

If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance or do not reset thedisplay, the message changes to‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ when theengine oil life becomes 0 percent.

These messages appear on the multi-information display each time youturn the ignition switch to ON (II).

For details on engine oil life andmaintenance messages, refer to page

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Also refer to page for importantmaintenance safety precautions.

To use the system, your cell phoneand the HFL system must be linked.Not all cell phones are compatiblewith this system. Refer to page

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When a problem is detected withyour vehicle, a message will beshown on the multi-informationdisplay.If this happens, refer to theapplicable pages of this owner’smanual, and follow the instructions.

Here is a list of messages shown onthe multi-information display.

When there are several messages tobe shown, the system switches themessages every 5 seconds.The message is shown until youpush the INFO button.To see the message again, press theINFO button, 5 seconds after thedisplay disappears.

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See page60, 349

See page60, 348

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With the multi-information displayand the , , and SEL/RESETbuttons on the right side of thesteering wheel, you can changeseveral vehicle control settings toyour preference (see page ).

To change the settings, the ignitionswitch must be in the ON (II)position.

Here are the settings you canchange:

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If you turn the ignition switch toACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), ormove the shift lever out of Park, thedisplay will change to the normalscreen.

To have the driver’s ID detected,make sure your remote is linked tothe system (see

on page ). Then use yourremote to unlock the doors (see

on page ).

When the ignition switch is in theON (II) position, the multi-information display shows the driver’sID.You cannot customize the setting;

When the keyless memorysettings are off (see page ).When you disconnect the vehiclebattery, and then do not unlockthe door.When the multi-informationdisplay does not show the driver’sID.

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If you want the settings as they werewhen the vehicle left the factory,press the INFO button for more than3 seconds then release it. TheCUSTOMIZE ENTRY screen will beshown.Select DEFAULT ALL, and pressthe SEL/RESET button.

Select SET, and press the SEL/RESET button.The confirmation screen is shownfor 2 seconds, then the CUSTOMIZEENTRY screen appears.If you select EXIT and press theSEL/RESET button, theCUSTOMIZE ENTRY screenappears again.

If the message shown above appearson the multi-information displaywhile you are customizing thesettings, this message lets you knowthe setting has not changed.


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Each time you press the INFO ( /) button, the display changes as

shown in the illustration. Selectwhich of these customize groups youwant to change:

If you select EXIT and press theSEL/RESET button, theCUSTOMIZE ENTRY screen isshown again.

WIPER SET UPDOOR/WINDOW SET UPLIGHTING SET UPKEYLESS ACCESS SET UPPOSITION SET UPMETER SET UP

With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, press the INFO buttonfor more than 3 seconds, thenrelease it. The CUSTOMIZE ENTRYscreen appears on the multi-information display.Select CHG SETTING, and press theSEL/RESET button.


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Press the or button.Press the SEL/RESET button.

TO METERSET UPsee page 82

TO POSITIONSET UPsee page 85

TO KEYLESSACCESS SET UPsee page 88

TO LIGHTINGSET UPsee page 91

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Here are the settings you cancustomize in this mode:

LANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAYTRIP A & AVG. FUEL A RESETwith REFUEL

If you select EXIT by pressing theSEL/RESET button, theCUSTOMIZE ENTRY screen isshown again.

With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, press the INFO buttonfor more than 3 seconds, thenrelease it. The CUSTOMIZE ENTRYscreen appears on the multi-information display.Select CHG SETTING, and press theSEL/RESET button.Select METER SET UP, and pressthe SEL/RESET button.


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The confirmation screen is shownfor 2 seconds, then the CUSTOMIZEENTRY screen returns.

To exit this mode without changingthe current settings, select EXIT,and press the SEL/RESET button.

You can adjust the outsidetemperature shown on the multi-information display in the range of

5°F ( 3°C) to 5°F (3°C).Adjust the temperature by pressingthe or button, and enter yourselection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.The confirmation screen is shownfor 2 seconds, then the CUSTOMIZEENTRY screen returns.

You can select the language shownon the multi-information display toEnglish, French, or Spanish.Select the desired language bypressing the or button, andenter your selection by pressing theSEL/RESET button.

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You can set whether or not Trip Aand average fuel economy A arereset when you refuel your vehicle.Select ON or OFF by pressing theor button, and enter yourselection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.



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Select POSITION SET UP, and pressthe SEL/RESET button.



If you select EXIT by pressing theSEL/RESET button, theCUSTOMIZE ENTRY screen isshown again.

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When you turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0) and release it, or removethe built-in key from the ignitionswitch, the steering wheelautomatically moves fully in and up.You can turn this feature on or off.


When you unlock the doors bypressing the button on the remote orby grabbing the driver’s door handlewhile carrying the remote, thedriver’s ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) isrecognized, and the driver’s seat, thesteering wheel, and the outsidemirror positions move to theirmemorized positions.You can turn this feature on or off.



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If you select EXIT and press theSEL/RESET button, theCUSTOMIZE GROUP screen isshown again.

With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, press the INFO buttonfor more than 3 seconds, thenrelease it. The CUSTOMIZE ENTRYscreen appears on the multi-information display.Select CHG SETTING, and press theSEL/RESET button.Select KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP,and press the SEL/RESET button.


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Door Unlock Mode Keyless Access Light FlashThe confirmation screen is shownfor 2 seconds, then the CUSTOMIZEENTRY screen returns.


You can select whether the driver’sdoor unlocks or all the doors unlockwhen you unlock the doors bygrabbing the driver’s door handlewhile carrying the remote.Select the desired mode by pressingthe or button, and enter yourselection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

When you unlock the doors bygrabbing the driver’s door handlewhile carrying the remote, someexterior lights will blink twice.When you lock the doors touchingthe door lock sensor while carryingthe remote, some exterior lights willblink once.You can turn this feature on or off.

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If you unlock the doors by grabbingthe driver’s door handle whilecarrying the remote, the beepersounds twice. When you lock thedoors, the beeper sounds once.You can turn this feature on or off.


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INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIMEHEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMERAUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY


With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, press the INFO buttonfor more than 3 seconds, thenrelease it. The CUSTOMIZE ENTRYscreen appears on the multi-information display.Select CHG SETTING, and press theSEL/RESET button.Select LIGHTING SETUP, and pressthe SEL/RESET button.

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The interior lights fade out when youclose all doors (see page ). Selecthow long it takes for the interiorlights to fade out (in seconds) from60 SEC, 30 SEC, or 15 SEC bypressing the or button, andenter your selection by pressing theSEL/RESET button.

Select how long it takes for theexterior lights to turn off (inseconds) from 60 SEC, 30 SEC, 15SEC, or 0 SEC, by pressing the or

button, and enter your selectionby pressing the SEL/RESET button.



The headlights, parking lights, sidemarker lights, taillights, and licenseplate light turn off after the selectedtime when you close the driver’sdoor and take the remote with you.

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The headlights automatically comeon when the headlight switch is inthe AUTO position and ambient lightreaches a customizable level.You can select the auto lightsensitivity.


MAXThe headlights come on when it isbright.HIGHThe headlights come on when it is

somewhat bright.

LOWThe headlights come on when it issomewhat dark.MINThe headlights come on when it isdark.

Select from the five levels ofsensitivity by pressing the orbutton, and enter your selection bypressing the SEL/RESET button.



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You can select from three possiblesettings for auto door lock:

SHIFT FROM PThe doors lock whenever you movethe shift lever out of Park.

WITH VEH SPDThe doors lock when the vehiclespeed reaches about 10 mph (about15 km/h).

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You can select from three possiblesettings for auto door unlock:

SHIFT TO P The driver’s door orall the doors, depending on yourselection in DOOR LOCK MODE(see page ), unlock wheneveryou move the shift lever to Park.

OFFThe auto door lock is deactivated allthe time.

Select the desired condition bypressing the or button, andenter your selection by pressing theSEL/RESET button.



IGN OFF The driver’s door or alldoors, depending on your selectionin DOOR LOCK MODE (see page

), unlock when you turn theignition switch to LOCK (0).

OFF The auto door unlock isdeactivated all the time.

Select the desired setting bypressing the or button, andenter your selection by pressing theSEL/RESET button.


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If you unlock the doors by pressingthe button on the remote, you canselect whether the driver’s doorunlocks or all the doors unlock.Select the desired mode by pressingthe or button, and enter yourselection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.The confirmation screen is shownfor 2 seconds, then the CUSTOMIZEENTRY screen returns.


When you press the LOCK buttonon the remote a second time within 5seconds after you lock the doors, thehood, and the trunk with the remote,a beeper will sound and the exteriorlights will blink once to verify thatthe doors are locked and the securitysystem is ready.

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Select the desired time by pressingthe or button and, enter yourselection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.



If you unlock the doors by pressingthe button on the remote orgrabbing the driver’s door handlewhile carrying the remote, but do notopen any of the doors within 30seconds, the doors automaticallyrelock and the security system sets.You can select this relock time to be90, 60, or 30 seconds.

When you press the UNLOCKbutton on the remote a second timewithin 5 seconds after you unlockthe doors with the remote, thebeeper will sound twice and theexterior lights will blink twice toverify that the doors are unlockedand the security system is turned off.


If you do not want the beeper tosound and the exterior lights to blink,select OFF by pressing the orbutton, and enter your selection bypressing the SEL/RESET button.


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Select WIPER SET UP, and pressthe SEL/RESET button.

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You can select from two settingswhen the wiper switch is in the INTposition.


Select the desired mode by pressingthe or button, and enter yourselection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

WITH VEH SPDThe wiper intermittent operationchanges with vehicle speed.

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INSTRUMENTPANEL BRIGHTNESS

STEERING WHEELAUDIO CONTROLS

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VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)SYSTEM OFF SWITCH

ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTINGSYSTEM (AFS) OFF SWITCH

PADDLE SHIFTERS(P.267)

(P.111) (P.198)

(P.123) VOICE CONTROLBUTTONS

SEAT HEATER ANDSEAT VENTILATIONBUTTONS

CRUISE CONTROLBUTTONS (P.201)

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Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.

The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.

The wipers are not activated.

The wipers run at low speed.

The wipers run at high speed.

Pull backand hold the wiper control lever.The washers spray until yourelease the lever. The wipers runat low speed, then complete onemore sweep after you release thelever.

To change the ‘‘WIPER ACTION’’setting, see page .

The length of the wipeinterval is varied automaticallyaccording to vehicle speed.

If you turn it to the shortest delay,the wipers change to low speedoperation when the vehicle speedexceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

When the switch on the left lever isturned to the AUTO or ‘‘ ’’position, the headlight washers alsowork while the lever is held.

The headlight washers use the samefluid reservoir as the windshieldwashers.

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The windshield wiper arms have twoparked positions: winter and summer.In the winter position, the arms sitslightly above the edge of the hood.This reduces the possibility ofdamage to the wiper arms orwindshield wiper motor by a build-upof snow and ice.

A heavy build-up of snow or ice onthe wiper arms will cause them toautomatically park in the winterposition.

Adjust the wiper arms to the winterposition by holding both arms asshown in the illustration at the sametime. Pull on the arm, parallel to thewindshield, until it locks in thehigher position.

To return to the summer position,push the same area of both arms theother direction.

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Turn signalOffParking and indicator lightsAUTOHeadlights onHigh beamsFlash high beamsFog lights offFog lights on

The rotating switchon the left lever controls the lights.Turning this switch to the ‘‘ ’’position turns on the parking lights,taillights, instrument panel lights,side-marker lights, and rear licenseplate lights.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’position turns on the headlights. Ifyou leave the lights on with theignition switch released after turnedto the LOCK (0) position or whenthe built-in key is removed from theignition switch, you will hear areminder chime when you open thedriver’s door.

When the light switch is in the‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, thelights on indicator comes on as areminder. This indicator stays on ifyou leave the light switch on andturn the ignition switch to theACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)position.

To switch from lowbeams to high beams, push the leftlever forward until you hear a click.The blue high beam indicator willcome on (see page ). Pull it backto return to low beams. To flash thehigh beams, pull the lever backlightly, then release it. The highbeams stay on as long as you holdthe lever back.

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The automatic lighting feature iscontrolled by a sensor located on topof the dashboard. Do not cover thissensor or spill liquids on it.

Even with the automatic lightingfeature turned on, we recommendthat you turn on the lights manuallywhen driving at night or in a densefog, or when you enter dark areassuch as long tunnels or parkingstructures.To turn on automatic lighting, turn

the light switch to AUTO at any time.The lights will come on automaticallywhen the outside light level becomeslow (at dusk, for example). Thelights on indicator comes on as areminder. The lights and indicatorwill turn off automatically when thesystem senses high ambient light.

To change the ‘‘AUTO LIGHTSENSITIVITY’’ setting, see page .

Do not leave the light switch inAUTO if you will not be driving thevehicle for an extended period (aweek or more). You should also turnoff the lights if you plan to leave theengine idling or off for a long time.

The automatic lightingfeature turns on the headlights, allother exterior lights, and theinstrument panel lights when itsenses low ambient light.

The lights will remain on when youturn off the ignition switch. They willturn off automatically when you openand close the driver’s door. To turnthem on again, either turn theignition switch to ON (II) or turn thelight switch to .

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Turn the fog lights on and off byturning the switch next to theheadlight switch.

You can use the fog lights only whenthe headlights are on low beam.

The headlights revert to normaloperation when you turn them onwith the switch.

With the light switch in the AUTOposition, you can also use the foglights when the headlights turn onautomatically. They will go off whenthe headlights turn off.

With the headlight switch off, thehigh beam headlights come on withreduced brightness when you turnthe ignition switch to ON (II) andrelease the parking brake. Theyremain on until you turn the ignitionswitch off, even if you set theparking brake.

This feature turns off the headlights,all other exterior lights, and theinstrument panel lights within 15seconds after you turn the ignitionswitch to LOCK (0) and close thedriver’s door.

To change the ‘‘HEADLIGHT AUTOOFF TIMER’’ setting, see page .

If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRLSYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display, there is aproblem with the daytime runninglight system. Take your vehicle to adealer to have it checked.

When the multi-information displayshows a ‘‘DRL OFF’’ message, thedaytime running lights are off.Follow the procedure in the leftcolumn to turn them on.

The automatic lighting off featureactivates if you leave the headlightswitch in the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’position or if the lights are turned onby setting the switch in the ‘‘AUTO’’position, turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0), then open and close thedriver’s door.

If you turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0) with the headlight switchon, but do not open the door and getout, the lights turn off after 10minutes (3 minutes, if the switch isin the ‘‘AUTO’’ position).

The lights turn on again when youunlock or open the driver’s door.If you unlock the door, but do notopen it within 15 seconds, the lightsgo off. With the driver’s door open,you will hear a lights-on reminderchime.92

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The adaptive front lighting system(AFS) helps to improve visibilityduring nighttime driving. The AFScontrols the aiming direction andlighting distribution of the lowbeams according to the amount ofturn applied to the steering wheelduring cornering or turning. To turnthe AFS on, turn the ignition to ON(II), and turn the headlights on.

If the AFS indicator comes on andstarts blinking while driving, pull tothe side of the road when it is safe,and turn off the engine. If the AFSindicator keeps blinking, or startsblinking again while driving afterturning the ignition switch to ON (II),the AFS is not working properly (seepage ). Have the AFS inspectedby your dealer.

When the AFS indicator comes on,you will also see a ‘‘CHECKADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTINGSYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ).

Without AFS, your vehicle still hasnormal lighting ability to continuedriving.

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This switch is at the right side of theleft vent. Press it to turn the AFS onand off. When AFS is off, the AFSindicator comes on as a reminderwhen you turn on the headlights.

Here are some operatingcharacteristics of the AFS:

The system requires aninitialization period. It does notbegin to operate until you havedriven the vehicle a short distance.

At a stop, the right headlight turnsright when you turn the steeringwheel to the right. But the leftheadlight does not turn left whenyou turn the steering wheel to theleft. This prevents the leftheadlight from pointing atoncoming traffic.

AFS is turned off when the shiftlever is in the R position.

The AFS works with the automaticheadlight adjusting system to sensechanges in vehicle height due todriving and loading conditions ofpassengers and luggage, and adjuststhe vertical aim of the low beamheadlights automatically adjusted tocompensate for load.

If the headlights do not seem to beproperly aimed, have the AutoLeveling system inspected by yourdealer.

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Push the button between the centervents to turn on the hazard warninglights (four-way flashers). Thiscauses all four outside turn signalsand both indicators in the instrumentpanel to flash. Use the hazardwarning lights if you need to park ina dangerous area near heavy traffic,or if your vehicle is disabled.

Adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel by pressing theor button. Press the button toincrease the brightness and thebutton to decrease it. You can adjustthe brightness with the headlightswitch on or off.

The level of brightness is shown onthe multi-information display whileyou adjust it. It goes out 5 secondsafter you finish adjusting.

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The rear window defogger clears fog,frost, and thin ice from the window.Push the defogger button to turn iton and off. Pushing this button alsoturns the mirror heaters on and off.The indicator in the button comes onto show the defogger is on. If you donot turn it off, the defogger will shutitself off after 5 to 40 minutes(depending on the ambienttemperature). It also shuts off whenyou turn off the ignition switch. You

have to turn it on again when yourestart the vehicle.

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.

The defogger and antenna wires onthe inside of the rear window can beaccidentally damaged. Whencleaning the glass, always wipe sideto side.

To reduce glare at night, theinstrument panel illumination dimswhen you turn the light switch to

or . To cancel the glarereduction function, set thebrightness to the highest level, thenpress the button. You will hear abeep when it is canceled.

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Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.

Move the steering wheel in, out, up,or down by pushing and holding theadjustment switch in that direction.

Release the switch when thesteering wheel reaches the desiredposition. Make sure the steeringwheel points towards your chest, nottoward your face, and that you cansee the instrument panel gauges andindicators.

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Adjusting the steering wheelposition while driving maycause you to lose control of thevehicle and be seriously injuredin a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel onlywhen the vehicle is stopped.

When you turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0) and release it, or removethe built-in key from the ignitionswitch, the steering wheelautomatically moves fully in and up.

The steering wheel returns to itsoriginal position when you push theignition switch or insert the built-inkey back in the ignition switch.

Steering wheel movement is alsocontrolled by the driving positionmemory system (see page ).

To change the ‘‘AUTO TILT &TELESCOPIC’’ setting, see page .

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or thefuse for the power tilt and telescopicsteering wheel is removed, thepower tilt and telescopic steeringwheel system needs to be resetwhen you reconnect the battery orinstalling the fuse.

Push the ignition switch for morethan 1 second and release it, orinsert the built-in key into theignition switch, and remove it. Thesteering wheel automatically movesfully in and up to let you know thesystem is reset.

Move the steering wheel to thehighest position and keep thatposition by pushing and holding theadjustment button for more than 1second. Then, move the steeringwheel to the most inward position,and keep that position by pushingand holding the adjustment buttonfor more than 1 second.

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To reset the system when the auto tiltand telescopic feature is turned on, dothis:

To reset the system when the auto tiltand telescopic feature is turned off, dothis:

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You should have received a keynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Acura-approved key blanks.

Protect the keys from directsunlight, high temperature, andhigh humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavyobjects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids.If they get wet, dry themimmediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries.Do not try to take them apart.

The built-in key (see page ) fitsall the locks on your vehicle.

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.

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As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

When you turn the ignition switch toON (II), the immobilizer systemindicator should come on for a fewseconds, then go out. If the indicatorstarts to blink, it means the systemdoes not recognize the coding of theremote or built-in key. Turn theignition switch to LOCK (0), releasethe ignition switch and push it, orremove the built-in key, and reinsertit. Then turn the switch to ON (II)again.

The system may not recognize yourkey’s coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object (i.e. keyfob) is near the ignition switch whenyou turn the ignition switch to ON(II).

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your remoteor built-in key, contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. Electricalproblems could result that may makeyour vehicle undriveable.

If you have lost your remote orbuilt-in key and cannot start theengine, contact your dealer.

The immobilizer system protectsyour vehicle from theft. If animproperly-coded key (or otherdevice) is used, the engine will notstart.

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The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).

You can insert orremove the built-in key only in thisposition. To turn the ignition switch,the shift lever must be in Park, andyou must push the knob or built-inkey in slightly.

If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may make it difficultto turn the ignition switch. Firmlyturn the steering wheel to the left orright as you turn the ignition switch.

You canoperate the audio system and theaccessory power socket in thisposition.

This is the normalignition switch position when driving.Several of the indicators on theinstrument panel come on as a testwhen you turn the ignition switchfrom ACCESSORY (I) to ON (II).

Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchreturns to ON (II) when you let go ofthe ignition switch.

You will hear a reminder beeper ifyou do not turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0) or leave the built-in key inthe ignition switch in the LOCK (0)or ACCESSORY (I) position andopen the driver’s door. Remove thebuilt-in key to turn off the beeper.

The shift lever must be in Parkbefore you turn the ignition switchknob to LOCK (0) or remove thebuilt-in key from the ignition switch.

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Each door has a lock tab above theinside door handle. Pull the tab tolock the door and push it to unlock.When you pull the tab on the driver’sdoor, all the doors lock.

To lock any door when getting out ofthe vehicle, pull the lock tab andclose the door.

All doors can be locked from theoutside by using the built-in key inthe driver’s door. To unlock only thedriver’s door, insert the built-in key,turn it clockwise, and release it. Theremaining doors unlock when youturn the built-in key a second timewithin a few seconds.

Each front door has a power doorlock master switch. Either switchlocks and unlocks all doors. Push theswitch down to lock all doors and upto unlock them.

To change the ‘‘DOOR UNLOCKMODE’’ setting, see page .

When the vehicle speed reachesabout 10 mph (about 15 km/h) ormore, all the doors lockautomatically.

To change the ‘‘AUTO DOORLOCK’’ setting, see page .

When you shift to P after driving, thedriver’s door unlocks.

To change the ‘‘AUTO DOORUNLOCK’’ setting, see page .

With the driver’s door open and thebuilt-in key in the ignition, bothmaster door lock switches aredisabled. They are not disabled if thedriver’s door is closed. Pushing theswitch down on the open frontpassenger’s door will lock all doors.If you try to lock an open driver’sdoor by pulling the lock tab rearward with the remote inside thevehicle and closing the driver’s door,the all doors will unlock.

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If your vehicle’s battery goes dead oris disconnected, you can open thetrunk from the rear seat by pullingthe trunk release handle. Reach thehandle through the trunk pass-through.

Keep the trunk lid closed at all timeswhile driving to avoid damaging thelid, and to prevent exhaust gas fromgetting into the interior. See

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Press and hold the trunk releasebutton on the remote.

If the doors are unlocked, pressthe trunk release button on thetrunk lid.

Press the trunk release button onthe driver’s door.

You can open the trunk in any offour ways:

If the doors are locked, press theboot release button on the boot lidwith the remote in keyless Accessoperating range.

To close the trunk, press down onthe trunk lid.

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The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever near the edge. With thelever in the LOCK position, the doorcannot be opened from the insideregardless of the position of the locktab. To open the door, pull the locktab up, and use the outside doorhandle.

As a safety feature, your vehicle hasa release lever on the right corner inthe trunk so the trunk can be openedfrom the inside. To open the trunk,push the release lever to the left.

Parents should decide if theirchildren should be shown how to usethis feature.

For more information about childsafety, see page .

To protect items in the trunk, youcan disable the trunk-release buttonon the driver’s door, the trunk lid,and the remote. To do this, turn offthe trunk main switch in the glovebox, lock the glove box, and lock thetrunk pass-through cover with thebuilt-in key.

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Moves the seat forwardand backward.

Adjusts the seat-backangle forward orbackward.

The controls for the poweradjustable front seats are on theoutside edge of each seat bottom.You can adjust the seats with theignition switch in any position. Makeall seat adjustments before you startdriving.

Moves the front of theseat up or down and therear of the seat up ordown. (Driver’s seatonly)

Raises or lowers the seat.(Driver’s seat only)

Increases or decreasesthe lumbar support.

See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs.

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See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.

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Your vehicle has adjustable headrestraints on the front seats.

The head restraints help protect youand your passengers from whiplashand other injuries.

They are most effective when youadjust them so the back of theoccupant’s head rests against thecenter of the restraint.

The head restraints adjust for height.The tilt of the front head restraints isalso adjustable. You need both handsto adjust the restraint. Do notattempt to adjust it while driving. Toraise it, pull upward. To lower therestraint, push the release buttonsideways, and push the restraintdown. To adjust the tilt, pivot thefront head restraint to the desiredposition.

You can raise the rear headrestraints by hand.

To lower the rear head restraints forbetter visibility, press the rear headrestraint tilt button on the ceilingconsole.

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The rear seat armrest is in thecenter of the rear seat. Pivot it downto use it.

Open the cover by pushing the knoband pulling the cover down. To closethe cover, swing it up, and pushfirmly on the top. Make sure itlatches properly.

Make sure all items in the trunk andthose extending through the pass-through are secured.

For security, this cover can belocked and unlocked only with thebuilt-in key. To lock the cover, insertthe key, and turn it clockwise.

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The inside mirror can automaticallydarken to reduce glare. To turn onthis feature, press the button on thebottom of the mirror. The AUTOindicator comes on as a reminder.When it is on, the mirror darkenswhen it senses the headlights of avehicle behind you, then returns tonormal visibility when the lights aregone. Press the button again to turnoff this sensing.

Keep the inside and outside mirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.

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Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)position. This turns off theadjustment switch so you can’tmove a mirror out of position byaccidentally bumping the switch.

Depending on the position of theselector switch, the left or right sidemirror will pivot downward slightlywhen you shift the transmission intoreverse. In the left position, the leftmirror pivots. In the right position,the right mirror pivots. This givesyou a better view of that side of thevehicle while parallel parking. Themirror returns to its original positionwhen you take the transmission outof reverse. To turn this feature off,leave the switch in the centerposition.

Outside mirror positions can bestored in the driving positionmemory system (see page ).

The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the button. The indicator inthe button comes on as a reminder.Press the button again to turn theheaters off. Pressing this button alsoturns the rear window defogger onand off.

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Store a driving position only whenthe vehicle is parked.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).You cannot add a new drivingposition in the memory unless theignition switch is in the ON (II)position. You can recall amemorized position with theignition switch in any position.

Adjust the steering wheel to acomfortable position (see page

).Adjust the outside mirrors for bestvisibility (see page ).

Adjust the seat to a comfortableposition (see page ).

Your vehicle has a memory featurefor the steering wheel, driver’s seat,and outside mirror positions.

Two seat, steering wheel, andoutside mirror positions can bestored in separate memories. Youselect a memorized position bypushing the appropriate button.

Press the MEMO button on thedriver’s door. You will hear a beep.The indicator in the memorybuttons (1 and 2) will blink.Immediately press one of thememory buttons (1 or 2) until youhear two beeps. The indicator inthe memory button will stay on.The current positions of thedriver’s seat, steering wheel, andoutside mirrors are now stored.

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To select a memorized position, dothis:

Press the desired memory button(1 or 2) until you hear a beep.

The system will move the seat,steering wheel, and outside mirrorsto the memorized positions. Theindicator in the selected memorybutton will flash during movement.When the adjustments are complete,you will hear two beeps, and theindicator will remain on.

Make sure the shift lever is inPark.

To change the ‘‘MEMORYPOSITION LINK’’ setting, see page

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To cancel the storing procedureafter pressing the MEMO button:

Do not press a memory buttonwithin 5 seconds.

Readjust the outside mirrorposition.

Each memory button stores only onedriving position. Storing a newposition erases the previous settingstored in that button’s memory.

All stored driving positions will belost if your vehicle’s battery goesdead or is disconnected.

Readjust the seat or steeringposition.

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Press any button on the controlpanel: MEMO, 1, or 2.

Adjust the outside mirrors.

Shift out of Park.

Push any of the adjustmentswitches for the seat or steeringwheel.

If you select a memorized positionwithout pushing the ignition switchknob or inserting the built-in key inthe ignition switch, only the seat andoutside mirrors will adjust. To getthe system to also adjust the steeringwheel, push and turn the ignitionswitch or insert the built-in key inthe ignition switch. You will hear twobeeps when it is complete.

You can use the adjustment switchesto change the positions of the seat,steering wheel, or outside mirrorsafter they are in their memorizedposition. If you change thememorized position, the indicator inthe memory button will go out. Tokeep this driving position for lateruse, you must store it in the drivingposition memory.

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Your vehicle has the Keyless AccessSystem. When you carry the remotewith you, you can lock/unlock thedoor(s), unlock the trunk, and startthe engine without using the built-inkey.

The system may not work if:The battery of the remote is weak.

You carry a cell phone, a laptopcomputer, or other electricaldevice near the remote.

There is strong electrical currentnearby.

The remote is covered by metal.A vehicle is being operated with atransmitter nearby.When the remote battery is dead.

Protect the remote and the built-inkey from direct sunlight, hightemperature, and high humidity.

Always keep the remote and thebuilt-in key away from any magneticmaterial.

You should have received a keynumber tag with your built-in key.You will need this key number if youever have to get a lost key replaced.Use only Acura-approved key blanks.

When the vehicle battery is dead.

Make sure the driver always carriesthe remote/built-in key set.

Do not drop the remote or thebuilt-in key, and do not set heavyobjects on them.

The built-in keys do not containbatteries.

Keep the remote and the built-in keyaway from liquids. If they get wet,dry them immediately with a softcloth.

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This remote is used to lock/unlock

the doors and unlock the trunk.When you carry the remote, you canlock/unlock the doors, unlock thetrunk, and start the engine without akey.

You can lock/unlock the doorswithin a about 32 inches (about 80cm) radius from the outside doorhandle.

The following keys come with yourvehicle. Refer to page for how toseparate the keys.

This key is used to lock/unlock thedoors, glove box, trunk pass-throughcover, and to start the engine (afteryou remove the ignition switch cover,see page ).

You can open the trunk within aabout 32 inches (about 80 cm) radius

from the trunk release switch.

It is above or below the vehicle,even when it is within its operatingrange.

It is too close to the vehicle.The remote may not work if:

Anyone can lock/unlock a door oropen the trunk if the remote iswithin the operating range of thedoor or the trunk.

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The handle of each front door has asensor. That sensor works with theremote so you can automaticallyunlock/lock the door(s).

If you do not open any of the doorswithin 30 seconds, they willautomatically relock.

The unlock sensors do not operatewhen:

The remote is not within theoperating range.

To change the ‘‘DOOR UNLOCKMODE’’ setting, see page .

If a remote is within operating rangewhile you wash your vehicle or whenit is raining heavily, the door sensorsmay respond by unlocking the doors.

When you unlock the door(s), someexterior lights blink twice and thesystem beeps twice.

To change the ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESSLIGHT FLASH’’ setting, see page

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To change the ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESSBEEP’’ setting, see page .

The remote is too close to thevehicle.

By default, only the driver’s doorunlocks when you grab its handle.

All the doors unlock when you grabthe handle of the front passenger’sdoor.

When the doors are unlocked.

The vehicle battery is dead.

The remote battery is dead.

If you grab the handle of the frontdoor by the hand with glove, thedoor sensor may delay to respond ornot respond by unlocking the doors.

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Each front door has a LOCK/UNLOCK feature.

When you touch the door locksensor of the front door by the hand,all the doors and the trunk will lock.

If you touch the door lock sensor ofthe front door by the hand with glove,the door sensor may delay torespond or not respond by lockingthe doors.

The remote is not within theoperating range.

The lock sensors do not operate if:

The built-in key is in the ignitionswitch.

The doors are open.

The ignition switch is not in theLOCK (0) position.

The remote is too close to thevehicle.

The vehicle battery is dead.

The remote battery is dead.

When you lock the doors, someexterior lights blink once and the

system beeps once. When youcannot set the security systembecause the trunk or hood is open,no exterior light blinks and/or nobeeper sounds.

Before locking the doors, make surethe remote is not inside the vehicle.

If a remote is within operating rangewhile you wash your vehicle or whenit is raining heavily, the door sensorsmay respond by locking the doors.

Within 2 seconds of touching thehandle to lock the doors or lockingthe doors with remote, pull thehandle to make sure the doors areactually locked. The door unlocksensors do not operate for about 2seconds after the doors are locked.

To change the ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESSBEEP’’ setting, see page .

To change the ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESSLIGHT FLASH’’ setting, see page

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Before closing the trunk, make surethe remote is not in the trunk.

If you close the trunk when theremote is in it, the system beeps, andthe trunk reopens.

When you close the trunk with alldoors locked, the trunk will lock.

When you unlock all the doors withthe remote, built-in key or powerdoor lock master switch, the trunkwill unlock.

Use the pull handle when you closethe trunk.

If you open a door, pull its lock tab,and shut it when the remote is insidethe vehicle, all the doors unlock.Make sure you carry the remotewith you when you lock the doors.


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The trunk cannot be locked if:The remote is too close to thetrunk lid.The remote is on the interior rearpanel.The remote is too close to theseatback of the rear seat or theseat cushion.

When the trunk is locked, you canopen it in any of these ways:

Press the trunk open switch insidethe vehicle.Press the trunk button on theremote.Pull the trunk release switch whencarrying the remote (the systembeeps once).

Keep the trunk lid closed at all timeswhile driving to avoid damaging thelid, and to prevent exhaust gas fromgetting into the interior. See

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lock all doors. Some exterior lightswill flash. When you push LOCKtwice within 5 seconds, you will heara beep to verify that the doors arelocked and the security system isready.

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Press this button forabout 1 second to open the trunk.You cannot open the trunk if thebuilt-in key is in the ignition or theignition switch is in any positionexcept the LOCK (0) position. Youcannot open the trunk with theremote if the trunk main switch isturned off.

To change the ‘‘KEYLESS LOCKACKNOWLEDGMENT’’ setting, seepage .

Press this button forabout 2 seconds to attract attention:the horn will sound and the exteriorlights will flash for about 30 seconds.To cancel panic mode, press anyother button on the remote.

You cannot lock the doors if anydoor, the trunk, or the hood is notfully closed if the built-in key is inthe ignition switch, or if the ignitionswitch is in any position except theLOCK (0) position.

Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Press ittwice to unlock the other doors.Some exterior lights will flash twiceeach time you press the button. Theceiling light (if the ceiling lightswitch is in the DOOR position) willcome on when you press theUNLOCK button. If you do not openany doors within 30 seconds, theceiling light fades out. If you relockthe doors with the remote before 30seconds have elapsed, the ceilinglight will go off immediately.

If you unlock the doors with theremote, but do not open any doorswithin 30 seconds, the doorsautomatically relock and the securitysystem sets.

To change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIME,’’ see page .

To change the ‘‘DOOR LOCKMODE’’ setting, see page .

When you cannot set the securitysystem because the trunk or hood isopen, no exterior light blinks and/orno beeps.

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Here are the settings activated withthe remote;

Driving position memory(see page ).

To turn off this feature, press andhold the LOCK and UNLOCKbuttons at the same time. The LEDin the remote will blink once. Thenrelease the buttons. Doing thiscancels the keyless memory settingsfor that remote and restores thedefault settings.

Audio system settings(see page ).

Customized settings(see page ).

Climate control settings(see page ).

Navigation system preferences(see the navigation system owner’smanual).

When you unlock the door with yourremote, each remote activates thekeyless memory settings related tothat remote. The driver’s ID (Driver1 or Driver 2) is shown on the backof each remote.

Some of them keeps the samesettings as they were set previously.

To turn the keyless memory settingsback on, repeat this procedure. TheLED will blink twice to indicate thefeature has been turned on.

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.

Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, thereplacement needs to bereprogrammed by your dealer.

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Replace the batteries if necessary.Battery type: CR2025

Remove the built-in key.

Remove the upper half by carefullyprying on the edge with a coin.

Replace the old batteries with newbatteries. Place the batteries so the

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The engine may not run, and somemalfunctions may occur, if theremote is:

The engine may not start if theremote is subjected to strong radiowaves.

Also, the engine may not start if theremote is too close to the windows.

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Make sure you know where the remoteis when you are inside the vehicle.

Remember that you can start the enginewithout using the built-in key when theremote is inside the vehicle.

Make sure you always carry the remotewith you.

If you lose your remote, call AcuraClient Services at (800) 382-2238 (U.S.models).

When you push the ignition switch,the remote and the vehicle recognizeeach other. After the recognition,the remote indicator flashes, and abeeper sounds once. After the beep,turn the ignition switch.When the remote is out of theoperating range, the ignition switchis locked.If the ignition switch cannot beturned from the LOCK (0) positionto the ACCESSORY (I) position after

the beep, the steering wheel islocked. To unlock the steering wheel,turn it right and left while turningthe ignition switch at the same time.If the remote and the vehicle do notrecognize each other, turn theignition switch to the LOCK (0)position, remove the ignition switchcover, insert the built-in key, andturn the switch (see pages and

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To turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position, put thetransmission in Park, press theswitch in, and turn it to LOCK (0).When the transmission is not in Park,you cannot turn the ignition switchto the LOCK (0) position.

Before leaving the vehicle, makesure the ignition switch is in theLOCK (0) position.

If you open the driver’s door with theignition switch in the ACCESSORY(I) position, the beeper will sound.Also, if you close the door when theignition switch is not in the LOCK(0) position and the remote is notinside the vehicle, the keyless accessalarm sounds outside the vehicle, amessage appears on the multi-information display, and the beepersounds if the ignition switch is in theON (II) position.

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When you are pressing the ignitionswitch, or when the ignition switch isin the ON (II) position, the beepersounds if you take the remote out ofthe vehicle and close the door.

To remove the ignition switch cover,insert the built-in key (see page ),then pull the cover out by pulling thebuilt-in key while pushing it.

When the beeper sounds after youclose the driver’s door outside thevehicle, check the position of theignition switch and the location ofthe remote.

If the engine is running and youremove the remote from the vehicle,it will continue to run. But onceturned to the LOCK (0) position, theengine will not restart until a remoteis brought back into the vehicle.

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The batteries in the remote normallylasts about 2 years. To ensuremaximum battery life, do not storethe remote close to electrical devicessuch as computers or TVs. When themulti-information display shows‘‘KEYLESS REMOTE LOWBATTERY,’’ replace the batteries assoon as possible (see page ).

The engine does not restart if youturn the ignition switch to the LOCK(0) position when the remote isoutside the vehicle. Check where theremote is. Make sure that you carrythe remote or built-in key with youwhen you operate the ignition switch.

When the ignition switch is in theON (II) position, the multi-information display shows‘‘KEYLESS REMOTE NOTDETECTED,’’ and the inside andoutside beepers sound.The multi-information displaymessage goes away when youbring the remote back inside thevehicle, and close the door orapply the parking brake.

The outside beeper sounds whenthe ignition switch is in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)position.

If the engine is running and youremove the remote from thevehicle, it will continue to run.Once turned to the LOCK (0)position, the engine will not restartuntil a remote is brought back intothe vehicle.

If you pass the remote through anopen window, the system does notrespond. Also, even when the remoteis inside the vehicle, the beeper maysound when the location of theremote is not detected due tosurrounding conditions. It is not afailure. Make sure that you carry theremote with you.

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The indicator stays on while youare driving.

The indicator comes on with theignition switch in the ON (II)position.

The indicator comes on for severalseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II). Have your vehiclechecked by your dealer if:

If you lose or drop your remote, andthe beeper sounds, contact AcuraClient Services at (800) 382-2238(U.S. models)

The multi-information displayshows ‘‘CHECK KEYLESSACCESS SYSTEM.’’

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The built-in key can be inserted intothe remote.As shown above, keep inserting thebuilt-in key until it is locked. Toremove the built-in key, pull it outwhile you press the release button.To avoid damaging the remote andthe built-in key, never pull on thebuilt-in key unless you are pressingthe release button.

The trunk and glove box cannot beopened when you turn the trunkmain switch off and lock the glovebox and trunk pass-through coverwith the built-in key. Also, the trunkcannot be opened by using theremote.

The keyless access system useselectric current to identify theremote with the vehicle.

If you use medical equipment suchas a cardiac pacemaker, ask yourdoctor if the electric current used bythe remote will affect it.


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In HI, the heater turns off when theseat gets warm, and turns back onafter the seat temperature drops.

In LO, the heater runs continuously.It does not cycle with temperaturechanges.

Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat theseats quickly, because it drawslarge amounts of current from thebattery.

Both front seats are equipped withseat heaters. The passenger seatonly has heaters in the seat bottombecause of the side airbag system.The ignition switch must be in theON (II) position to use the heaters.Push the top of the switch, HI, torapidly heat up the seat. After theseat reaches a comfortabletemperature, select LO by pushingthe bottom of the switch. This willkeep the seat warm.

If the engine is left idling for anextended period, do not use theseat heaters, even on the LOsetting. It can weaken the battery,causing hard starting.

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Both front seats are equipped withseat heaters and an air ventilationsystem. The passenger seat only hasheaters in the seat bottom becauseof the side airbag system. Theignition switch must be in the ON(II) position to use the heaters andthe air ventilation system.

In LOW, the heater runscontinuously.

When you press the button once,the system is set to HI. To change tothe lower mode, press the button.To turn the air ventilation off, pressthe button until the indicators gooff.

HI Three indicators on.MID Two indicators on.LO One indicator on.OFF All indicators off.

To ventilate the seat, press thebutton. The indicator next to thebutton will come on. The airventilation system has three settings:

HI Three indicators on.MID Two indicators on.LO One indicator on.OFF All indicators off.

When you press the button once,the heater is set to HI. After the seatreaches a comfortable temperature,select MID or LOW by pressing the

button. This will keep the seatwarm. To shut down the heater,press the button until theindicators go off.

In HI, when the seat gets warm, theheater will change to MID afterabout 5 minutes.

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Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters and the seatventilation:

Use the HI setting only to heat orto ventilate the seats quickly,because it draws large amounts ofcurrent from the battery.

If the engine is left idling for anextended period, do not use theseat heaters or the seat ventilation,even on the LO setting. It canweaken the battery, causing hardstarting.

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If the MAIN switch is pushed down(OFF), the passenger windowscannot be raised or lowered. Keepthe MAIN switch off when you havechildren in the vehicle so they do notinjure themselves by operating thewindows unintentionally.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)before operating any of the windowswitches. To open a window, pushthe switch down and hold it. To closethe window, pull the switch up andhold it. Release the switch to stopthe window.

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Closing a power window onsomeone’s hands or fingers cancause serious injury.

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To open the window fully,push the window switch firmly downto the second detent, then release it.The window automatically goesdown all the way. To stop thewindow from going all the way down,pull back on the window switchbriefly.

To close the window fully, pull backthe window switch firmly to thesecond detent, then release it. Thewindow automatically goes all theway up. To stop the window fromgoing all the way up, push down onthe window switch briefly.

To open or close the windowpartially, push down or pull back onthe window switch lightly to the firstdetent, and hold it. The window willstop when you release the switch.

All window switches also have theAUTO feature.

If the window runs into any obstaclewhile it is closing automatically, itwill reverse direction, and then stop.To close the window, remove theobstacle, then use the window switchagain.

The indicators in the switches comeon when you turn the ignition switchto ON (II).

The power windows have a key-offdelay. You can still open and closethe windows for up to 10 minutesafter you turn off the ignition switch.The key-off delay cancels as soon asyou open either front door. You mustthen turn the ignition switch to ON(II) for the power windows tooperate.

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You can open all of the windows andthe moonroof from outside with theremote.

Press the UNLOCK button onceto unlock the driver’s door.

To open the windows andmoonroof further, press thebutton again and hold it. If thewindows and the moonroof stopbefore the desired position, repeatsteps 1 and 2.

You cannot close the windows or themoonroof with the remote.

You can open and close the windowsand moonroof with the built-in key inthe driver’s door lock.

Insert the built-in key in the driver’sdoor lock.

To open:

Turn the key clockwise, thenrelease it.

Turn the built-in key clockwiseagain, and hold it. All fourwindows and the moonroof start toopen. To stop the windows andmoonroof, release the built-in key.

When the windows or moonroofstops before opening fully, to openthe windows and moonroof further,turn and hold the key again(within 15 seconds).

Press the UNLOCK button asecond time, and hold it. All thedoors unlock, and all four windowsand moonroof start to open. Tostop the windows and moonroof,release the button.

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To close:Insert the built-in key in the driver’sdoor lock.

NOTE: If the windows and moonroofstop before the desired position,repeat steps 2 and 3.

To close the windows andmoonroof further, turn and holdthe key again (within 15 seconds).

Turn the key counterclockwiseagain, and hold it. All fourwindows and the moonroof start toclose. To stop the windows andmoonroof, release the key.

Turn the key counterclockwise,then release it.

To open the moonroof fully, pullback the moonroof switch firmly.The moonroof opens all the way. Tostop the moonroof from openingfully, push the switch forward briefly.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)before operating the moonroofswitch on the ceiling console. Toopen the moonroof, pull back themoonroof switch. To close themoonroof, push the moonroof switchforward. Release the switch to stopthe moonroof.

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To open or close the moonroofpartially, pull back or push forwardon the moonroof switch lightly to thefirst detent, and hold it. Themoonroof will stop when you releasethe switch.

To close the moonroof fully, pushthe moonroof switch forward to thesecond detent, then release it. Themoonroof closes all the way. To stopthe moonroof from closing all theway, pull back the moonroof switchbriefly.

To tilt the moonroof, push the centerof the moonroof switch straight up.To stop the moonroof from tiltingfully open, push the moonroof switchforward.

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Opening or closing themoonroof on someone’s handsor fingers can cause seriousinjury.

Make sure all hands and fingersare clear of the moonroofbefore opening or closing it.

You can use the remote transmitteror the key to operate the moonrooffrom the outside. Refer to page

for details.

The moonroof has a key-off delay.You can still open and close themoonroof for up to 10 minutes afteryou turn off the ignition switch. Thekey-off delay cancels as soon as youopen either front door. You mustthen turn the ignition switch to ON(II) for the moonroof to operate.

If the moonroof runs into anyobstacle while it is closingautomatically, it will reversedirection, and then stop. To close themoonroof, remove the obstacle, thenuse the moonroof switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when themoonroof is almost closed. Youshould always check that allpassengers and objects are awayfrom the moonroof before closing it.

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If you try to open the moonroof inbelow-f reezing temperatures, or whenit is covered with snow or ice, you candamage the moonroof panel or itsmotor.

To apply the parking brake, push theparking brake pedal down with yourfoot. To release the parking brake,push on the pedal again. The parkingbrake indicator on the instrumentpanel should go out when theparking brake is fully released withthe engine running (see page ).61

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Driving the vehicle with the parkingbrake applied can damage the rearbrakes, axles, and tires. A beeper willsound if the vehicle is put into gearwith the parking brake on.

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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDER

ASHTRAY

UTILITY POCKET

GLOVE BOX/OWNER’S MANUAL TRAY

FRONT DOOR POCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDER

SEAT-BACK POCKETS

Your vehicle has an owner’s manualtray inside the glove box. To openthe tray, push the release button up.

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle. Close it with a firm push.Lock or unlock the glove box withthe built-in key.

To close the tray, push it up.


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An open glove box can causeserious injury to your passengerin a crash, even if thepassenger is wearing the seatbelt.

Always keep the glove boxclosed while driving.

For a short container, put the bottomplate down, and pull up the knob touse the separator.

For a long container, press thebutton in the beverage holder toraise the bottom plate. Stand theseparator up.

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids candamage the upholstery, carpeting,and electrical components in theinterior.

To use the beverage holder, pushthe lid.

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The rear beverage holder is in therear seat armrest. Open thebeverage holder by pushing the frontof it.

To open the console compartment,pull up on the lever and lift thearmrest.

To close, lower the armrest, andpush it down until it latches.

You can put small items in the traylocated in the console compartmentlid. To use the tray, pull up on thelever, and lift the armrest pad.

The console compartment light is onwhen the light switch is in the

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You can extend the sun visor furtherby pulling it back.

To use a sun visor, pull it down. Youcan also use a sun visor at the sidewindow. Remove the support rodfrom the clip, and swing the sunvisor toward the side window.

There are two accessory powersockets. One is located in the frontof the center console. To use thepower socket, push and release thelid, then push it forward until thesocket comes to the proper positionto use.

Do not use the sun visor extensionfeature over the rear view mirror.

Make sure to slide a sun visorforward to set it to the normal lengthbefore flipping it back in place.

Make sure you put the sun visorback in place when you are gettinginto or out of the vehicle.


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Small, rear ashtrays are located inthe armrests of both rear doors. Toopen an ashtray, pivot the lid up.

To remove an ashtray for emptying,open the lid, then carefully pull thetab inside ashtray straight up and outof the armrest.

The other socket is under thearmrest in the console compartmentstorage area. To use the powersocket, pull up the cover.

These sockets are intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).

They will not power an automotivetype cigarette lighter element.

The rear ashtray light is on when thelight switch is in the or

position.

The interior of each front door hasan extendable pocket for maps andother small, lightweight items. Forsafety, be sure both front doorpockets are closed while driving.

When the light switch is in theor position, the front door

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When you shift to reverse, thesunshade goes down automatically.To use it again, shift to anotherposition, and push the button to raiseit.If the sunshade stops while moving,check for and clear any obstacles,then push the button again.

With the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, push the powersunshade button on the ceilingconsole to raise the rear sunshade.Push the button again to lower it.

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Each rear door has an integratedsunshade. To use a sunshade, holdthe tab on the top, insert thesunshade into the holder, and pullthe sunshade all the way up. Insertthe holes on the sunshade into thehooks on the window frame.

To prevent the integrated sunshadesfrom being unhooked due to winds,leave the rear windows closed whiledriving.

The hooks are intended for use onlyby the sunshades. Do not hang anyother items on the hooks, as thatcould interfere with proper operationof the side curtain airbags.

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After pushing the DOOR button, allthe lights come on when you openany door, unlock the doors with theremote or built-in key, or turn theignition switch from the ON (II) orACCESSORY (I) position to theLOCK (0) position. The indicator inthe button comes on as a reminder.

The front and rear of the ceilinghave ceiling lights.

To change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIME’’ setting, see page

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Push each ceiling light button to turnits light on and off.

Push the ON button to turn on all theceiling lights. Push the OFF buttonto turn them off. 92

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The standard audio system hasmany features. This section de-scribes those features and how touse them.

The climate control systems in yourvehicle provide a comfortable drivingenvironment in all weatherconditions.

Vents, Heating, and A/C, Climate......................................Control . 162

.............Climate Control Sensors . 170...............................Audio System . 171

.........Playing the AM/FM Radio . 172...........AM/FM Radio Reception . 176

....................Adjusting the Sound . 178Playing the XM Satellite

.........................................Radio . 181................................Playing Discs . 187

.................Protecting Your Discs . 196..Disc Changer Error Messages . 197

...............Remote Audio Controls . 198................Radio Theft Protection . 199

...........................Security System . 200..............................Cruise Control . 201

HomeLink Universal...............................Transceiver . 204

.....................................AcuraLink . 208...........................................OnStar . 217

.........................HandsFreeLink . 230

The climate control system and theaudio system have the voice controlfeature. Refer to the navigationsystem owner’s manual for thisfeature.

Your vehicle has an anti-theft audiosystem that requires a code numberto enable it.

The security system helps todiscourage vandalism and theft ofyour vehicle.

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REARWINDOWDEFOGGER/MIRRORHEATERBUTTON

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Many climate control functions canstill be controlled by standardbuttons, dials, and knobs, but somefunctions can only be accessed usingthe interface dial. The interface dialhas two parts, a knob and a selector.

The knob turns left and right. Use itto make selections or adjustments toa list or menu on the screen.

The selector can be pushed left,right, up, down, and in. Use theselector to scroll through lists, toselect menus, and to highlight menuitems. When you make a selection,push the center of the selector(ENTER) to go to that selection.

When you unlock the doors withyour remote, the driver’s ID (Driver1 or Driver 2) is detected, and theclimate control settings are turned tothe respective mode automaticallywhen the ignition is turned to theON (II) position.

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To select the desired temperature,push the temperature control bar upor down.

To set the driver’s and passenger’stemperature separately, press theDUAL button. The indicator in thebutton will come on. The driver andpassenger can each set thetemperature to the desired setting.

Press the A/C button to view theclimate control display, then turn theinterface knob to increase ordecrease the fan speed and airflow.

To make the driver’s and passenger’stemperature the same, push theDUAL button again. The indicator inthe button goes out, and thepassenger’s temperature is set to thedriver’s temperature.

Press the A/C button to view theclimate control display. PushingENTER on the interface selectorturns the air conditioning on and off.You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF inthe display.

When you turn the A/C off, thesystem cannot regulate the insidetemperature if you set thetemperature control below theoutside temperature.

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The outside air intakes for theclimate control system are at thebase of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.

The system should be left in freshair mode under almost all conditions.Keeping the system in recirculationmode, particularly with the A/C off,can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode whendriving through dusty or smokyconditions, then return to fresh airmode.

This button turns the windshielddefrost on and off.

You can select the vents air flowsfrom. Some air will flow from thedashboard corner and side vents inall modes.

When you push this button, air flowsfrom the defroster vents at the baseof the windshield, and the systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C. Whenthe indicator in the button is on, thepassenger’s temperature cannot beset separately from the driver’s.

This button turns the rear windowdefogger on and off (see page ).Pushing this button also turns thepower mirror heaters on and off.

Press the A/C button to view theclimate control display, then pushthe interface selector down. Selectany of the modes by turning theinterface knob.

When the indicator in the button ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent throughout the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbrought in from the outside of thevehicle (fresh air mode).

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Air flows from the centerand corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided betweenthe vents in the dashboard and thefloor vents.

Air flows from the floorvents.

Airflow is divided betweenthe floor vents and the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.

When is selected, you canincrease or decrease thetemperature of airflow from thedashboard vent for the driver’s sideand the passenger’s side withoutchanging the temperature of airflowfrom the floor vent.

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The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.

The flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air, circulates itthrough the interior, then exhausts itthrough vents near the rear window.

Set the temperature to the lowerlimit.Make sure the A/C is off.Select and fresh air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

Press the A/C button to viewthe climate control display.Turn on the A/C by pushingENTER on the interface selector.You will see A/C ON in the display.Make sure the temperature is setto maximum cool.Push the interface selector down,then select by turning theinterface knob.If the outside air is humid, selectrecirculation mode. If the outsideair is dry, select fresh air mode.Push the interface selector down,then set the fan to the desiredspeed by turning the interfaceknob.

Press the A/C button to viewthe climate control display.Turn the interface knob to set thefan to the desired speed.Push the interface selector down,then select and fresh airmode.Adjust the warmth of the air withthe temperature control bars.

You can set the temperature for thedriver’s side and the passenger’s sideseparately when this button ispressed (indicator on). When theindicator in the DUAL button is off,you can adjust both sides to thesame temperature with the driver’sside temperature control bar.

Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page

). If it moves near the red zone,turn off the A/C until the gaugereading returns to normal.

you cancool it down more rapidly by partiallyopening the windows, turning on theA/C, and setting the fan tomaximum speed in fresh air mode.

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Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.

This setting is suitable for all drivingconditions whenever the outsidetemperature is above 32°F (0°C).

To remove fog from the inside of thewindows: Select . The system

automatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C.Select .Set the fan and temperaturecontrols to maximum level.

For your safety, make sure you havea clear view through all the windowsbefore driving.

Set the fan to the desired speed, orhigh for faster defrosting.Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C.Adjust the temperature so theairflow feels warm.Select to help clear therear window.To increase airflow to thewindshield, close the corner vents.

When you switch to another modefrom , the A/C settingreturns to the previous setting (on oroff). Select A/C, then press ENTERon the interface selector to turn theA/C off if it is on.

To clear the windshield faster, youcan close the dashboard corner ventsby rotating the wheel next it. Thissends more warm air to thewindshield defroster vents. Once thewindshield is clear, select the freshair mode to avoid fogging thewindows.

Switch the fan on.Turn on the air conditioning.Select and fresh air mode.Adjust the temperature to yourpreference.

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The automatic climate controlsystem adjusts the fan speed andairflow levels to maintain the interiortemperature you select.

In the AUTO mode, the vehicle’sinterior temperature isindependently regulated for thedriver and passenger. If the driver’sside of the vehicle is getting toomuch sun, the system will adjust to alower temperature.

Press the AUTO button.Set the desired temperature withthe temperature control bars.You will see AUTO in the displayif the climate mode is selected.

The system automatically selects theproper mix of conditioned and/orheated air that will, as quickly aspossible, raise or lower the interiortemperature to your preference.

When you set the temperature to itslower or its upper limit, the systemruns at full cooling or heating only. Itdoes not regulate the interiortemperature.

When you change the fan speed, thefan is taken out of AUTO mode andstarts to run at the selected speed.

You can manually select variousfunctions of the climate controlsystem when it is in fully automaticmode. All other features remainautomatically controlled. Making anymanual selection causes the wordAUTO in the display to go out.

Press the OFF button. However, alack of airflow can cause thewindows to fog up. You should keepthe fan on at all times so stale air andmoisture do not build up in theinterior and cause fogging.

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The climate control system has twosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. Do not cover thesensors or spill any liquid on them.

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Most audio system functions can stillbe controlled by standard buttons,dials, and knobs, but some functionscan only be accessed using theinterface dial. The interface dial hastwo parts, a knob and a selector.



When you unlock the doors withyour remote and turn the audiosystem on, the driver’s ID (Driver 1or Driver 2) is detected, and theradio preset memory (see page ),the auto select preset memory (seepage ), and the volume andsound level settings (see page )are turned to the respectivememorized mode automatically.

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The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to are shown onthe display. To change bands, pressthe AM/FM button (AM or FMbutton on Canadian, Alaskan andHawaiian models). You can alsochange bands by pushing theinterface selector up. Each time youpush it up, the band will change toFM1, FM2, or AM. On the FM bands,STEREO will be shown on thenavigation screen and ST on theupper display, if the station isbroadcasting in stereo. Stereoreproduction on AM is not available.

Use the TUNE button totune the radio to a desired frequency.Press the button to tune to ahigher frequency, or the buttonto tune to a lower frequency. To tunewith the interface dial, push theselector down, and turn the knob toTUNE. Then press ENTER on theselector, and turn the knob to thedesired frequency. To exit theTUNE mode, press ENTER on theselector.

You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: thepreset buttons, and .

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Press the AUDIO button to view theaudio control display. Turn thesystem on by pressing the power/volume knob or the AM/FM button(AM or FM button on Canadian,Alaskan and Hawaiian models).Adjust the volume by turning thepower/volume knob.

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The SCAN functionsamples all stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it.

To scan with the interface dial, pushthe selector down, and then push itto the right. You will see SCANflashing on the screen.

Each preset button orpreset icon can store one frequencyon AM and two frequencies on FM.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store atotal of six stations on AM andtwelve stations on FM.

The system will scan for a stationwith a strong signal. When it findsone, it will stop and play that stationfor about 10 seconds. If you donothing, the system will then scanfor the next strong station and play itfor 10 seconds. When it plays astation that you want to listen to,press the scan button again, or pushthe interface selector to the rightagain.

Press the preset button, and holdit until you hear a beep. You canalso store frequencies with theinterface dial. Select the preseticon you want to store thefrequency on, then press ENTERon the interface selector, and holdit for more than 2 seconds.

Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCANfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.

Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies with each presetbutton (icon).

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－ If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local area.

Push the interface selector down toscroll down the screen, highlightA.SEL, then press ENTER on theinterface selector. You will seeAUTO SEL on the screen, and the

system goes into scan mode forseveral seconds.

Press the A.SEL button. You will seeAUTO SEL on the screen, and thesystem goes into scan mode forseveral seconds. The system storesthe frequencies of six AM andtwelve FM stations in the presetbuttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed if autoselect cannot find a strong station forevery preset button.If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons (icons) as previouslydescribed.

To turn off auto select, pressENTER on the interface selector(press the A.SEL button) again. Thisrestores the presets you originallyset.

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Those bands cover these frequen-cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

Driving very near the transmitter ofa station that is broadcasting on afrequency close to the frequency ofthe station you are listening to canalso affect your radio’s reception.You may temporarily hear bothstations, or hear only the station youare close to.

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.

How well the radio receives stationsis dependent on many factors, suchas the distance from the station’stransmitter, nearby large objects,and atmospheric conditions.

A radio station’s signal gets weakeras you get farther away from itstransmitter. If you are listening to anAM station, you will notice the soundvolume becoming weaker and thestation drifting in and out. If you arelistening to an FM station, you willsee the stereo indicator flickering offand on as the signal weakens.Eventually, the stereo indicator willgo off and the sound will fadecompletely as you get out of range ofthe station’s signal.

Radio stations on the AM band areassigned frequencies at least 10kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550).Stations on the FM band areassigned frequencies at least 0.2megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exactfrequencies. It is fairly common forstations to round-off the frequency intheir advertising, so your radio coulddisplay a frequency of 100.9 eventhough the announcer may identifythe station as ‘‘FM101.’’

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Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from the station’s transmitter,and the deflected signal. This causesthe sound to distort or flutter. This isa main cause of poor radio receptionin city driving.

Radio reception can be affected byatmospheric conditions such asthunderstorms, high humidity, andeven sunspots. You may be able toreceive a distant radio station oneday and not receive it the next daybecause of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passingvehicles and stationary sources cancause temporary reception problems.

As required by the FCC:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

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To adjust them, press the AUDIObutton, push the interface selectordown, and turn the interface knob toSOUND. Then press ENTER on theselector.

Select the mode you want to adjustby pushing the interface selector upor down, or by turning the interfaceknob.

BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, andFADER are each adjustable. You canalso adjust the strength of the soundcoming from the center andsubwoofer speakers. In addition, youcan set the AudioPilot andCenterpoint features (when playinga CD-DA) to on or off.

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－－－To adjust bassand treble, select BASS or TREBLE,and press ENTER on the interfaceselector. The current setting isshown on the display. Turn theinterface knob to the desired level,and enter your selection by pressingENTER on the interface selector.

Thesemodes adjust the strength of thesound coming from each speaker.Fader adjusts the front-to-backstrength, while balance adjusts theside-to-side strength. To adjust faderand balance, select FADER orBALANCE, then press ENTER onthe interface selector. The currentsetting is shown on the screen. Turnthe interface knob to the desiredlevel, and enter your selection bypressing ENTER on the interfaceselector. To equalize the fader orbalance, turn the interface knob untilthe marks on the sound grid come tothe center of the adjustment bar.

Toadjust the strength of the soundfrom the center or subwooferspeaker, select it and press ENTERon the interface selector. Turn theinterface knob to the desired level,and enter your selection by pressingENTER on the interface selector.

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To set this feature on or off, selectAudioPilot, and press ENTER on theinterface selector. Turn the interfaceknob to ON or OFF, and pressENTER on the interface selector.The ON or OFF indicator is shownon the screen.

Bose AudioPilotdigital processing monitors soundwithin the cabin, and helpscompensate for unwanted ambientnoise with no perceived change inaudio volume.

Bose Centerpointsignal processing processes stereoand matrix surround recordings tofive independent channels, deliveringa multi-channel surround soundexperience, even from conventionalstereo discs.

To set this feature on or off, selectCenterpoint, and press ENTER onthe interface selector. Turn theinterface knob to ON or OFF, andpress ENTER on the interfaceselector. The ON or OFF indicator isshown on the display.

Centerpoint is only availablewhen listening to a CD (CD-DA).

AudioPilot and Centerpoint areregistered trade marks of the Bosecorporation.

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Your vehicle is capable of receivingXM Satellite Radio anywhere in theUnited States, except Hawaii andAlaska.XM is a registered trade mark ofXM Satellite Radio, Inc.

To switch between thecategory mode and channel mode,press and hold the DISP/MODEbutton until the mode changes. TheCATEGORY or CHANNEL mode isdisplayed on the screen.

In the category mode, such as Jazz,Rock, Classical, etc., you cannavigate through all of the channelswithin that category. In the channelmode, you can select all of theavailable channels.

Push the AUDIO button to displayXM information on the screen.

To change categories, press theCATEGORY button, or push theinterface selector left or right.

XM Satellite Radio receives signalsfrom two satellites to produce clear,high-quality digital reception. Itoffers many channels in severalcategories. Along with a largeselection of different types of music,XM Satellite Radio also allows you toview channel and category selectionsin the audio display.

You may experience periods whenXM Satellite Radio does not transmitthe artist’s name and or the song titleinformation. If this happens, there isnothing wrong with your system.

To listen to XM Satellite Radio, turnthe ignition switch to ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II). Push the power/volume knob to turn on the audiosystem, and press the button.The last channel you listened to willshow in the display. Adjust thevolume by turning the power/volume knob.

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The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are scanned. To activateSCAN, press the SCAN button. Toscan with the interface dial, scrolldown, and push interface selector tothe right. You will see SCAN on thescreen.

The system plays each channel innumerical order for a few seconds,then selects the next channel. Whenyou hear a channel you want tocontinue listening to, push theinterface selector to the right again.

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To store a channel:Press the button or scrollup by pushing the interfaceselector up. Either XM1 or XM2will be shown on the display.

Use the TUNE or SCAN functionto tune to a desired channel.

In the category mode, only channelswithin that category can be selected.In the channel mode, all channelscan be selected.

Pick the preset button you wantfor that channel. Press and holdthe button until you hear a beep.

Press the button or scrollup again. The other XM band willbe shown. Store the next sixchannels using steps 2 and 3.

Once a channel is stored, press andrelease the proper preset button totune to it.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store thefirst six channels.

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The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate for this, ground-basedrepeaters are placed in majormetropolitan areas.Satellite signals are more likely to beblocked by tall buildings andmountains the farther north youtravel from the equator.

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Signal may be blocked bymountains or large obstacles tothe south.

Signal weaker inthese areas.

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GROUNDREPEATER

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:

Driving on the north side of alarge commercial truck on aneast/west road.Driving in tunnels.Driving on a road beside a verticalwall, steep cliff, or hill to the southof you.Driving on the lower level of amulti-tiered road.Driving on a single lane roadalongside dense trees taller than50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

There may be other geographicsituations that could affect satelliteradio reception.

If you decide to purchase XMSatellite Radio service, contact XMRadio at , or at1-800-852-9696. You will need to givethem your radio I.D. number andyour credit card number. To get your

radio I.D. number, turn the TUNEknob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display.Your I.D. will appear in the display.

If your XM Radio service has expiredor you purchased your vehicle froma previous owner, you can listen to asampling of the broadcasts availableon XM Satellite Radio. With theignition switch in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position, push thePOWER/VOLUME knob to turn onthe audio system, and press the

button. A variety of musictypes and styles will play.

While waiting for activation, makesure your vehicle remains in an openarea with good reception. Once youraudio system is activated, ‘‘category’’or ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display,and you’ll be able to listen to XMRadio broadcasts. XM Radio willcontinue to send an activation signalto your vehicle for at least 12 hoursfrom the activation request. If theservice has not been activated after36 hours, contact XM Radio.

After you’ve registered with XMRadio, keep your audio system in theSatellite Radio mode while you waitfor activation. This should take about30 minutes.

Driving on the north side of aneast/west mountain road.

As required by the FCC:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

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Your vehicle’s audio system has anin-dash disc changer with the samecontrols used for the radio. Tooperate the disc changer, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.

The disc changer can play these discformats:

CD (CD-DA)CD-R/RWDVD-ADTS

The disc packages or jackets shouldhave one of these marks.

DVD-A discs not meeting DVDverification standards may not beplayable.

The changer cannot play DVD-V orDVD-R/RW formats.

Some CD-DA and CD-ROM mixeddiscs are not playable.

‘‘DTS’’ and ‘‘DTS Digital Surround’’are registered trademark of DigitalTheater System, Inc.

The changer can also play MP3 orWMA formats (see page ).

You cannot load and play 3-inch(8-cm) discs in this system.

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Do not use discs with adhesive labels.The label can curl up and cause thedisc to jam in the unit.

To load multiple discs in oneoperation:

With the ignition in ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II), press and hold theLOAD button until you hear abeep and see ‘‘LOAD’’ in the upperdisplay, then release the button.

Insert a disc into the slot. Insert itonly about halfway; the drive willpull it in the rest of the way.

When ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in theupper display again, insert thenext disc into the slot.

Repeat this until all six positionsare loaded. The system will thenbegin playing the last disc loaded.

To load a single disc:Press and release the LOADbutton.

If you stop loading discs before allsix positions are filled, the systemwill wait for 15 seconds, stop the loadoperation, and begin playing the lastdisc loaded.

‘‘NO DISC’’ is shown on the screenfor an empty position in thechanger. When the green loadindicator comes on and you see‘‘LOAD’’ in the upper display,insert the disc into the slot. Insertit only about halfway; the drive willpull it in the rest of the way.

You can select the position to load adisc. Turn the interface knob toselect the position, then pressENTER on the selector. This startsthe loading sequence. If you do notselect the position, the system loadsthe disc to the first empty position innumerical order.

If you press the LOAD button whilea disc is playing, the system will stopplaying that disc and start theloading sequence. It will then playthe disc just loaded.

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Select the changer by pressing theDISC button. The system will beginplaying the last selected disc in thedisc changer. You will see thecurrent disc position highlighted.

To select a different disc, press thecorresponding number on the presetbuttons, or turn the interface knob tohighlight the desired disc, then pressENTER on the interface selector.

Each time you press and release thebutton or push the interface

selector to the right, the player skipsforward to the beginning of the nexttrack. Press and release the

button or push the interfaceselector to the left to skip backwardto the beginning of the current track.Press the button or push theinterface selector to the left again toskip to the previous track.To move rapidly within a track, pressand hold the / or /

button. You can also choose a track directlyfrom a track list. Press ENTER onthe interface selector, and the tracklist screen will be shown. If there areno track names, track numbers aredisplayed. You will see the currenttrack is highlighted. Turn theinterface knob to select the desiredtrack, then press ENTER on theinterface selector.

Since album and track names are notincluded in most commerciallyrecorded CDs, you will not see thatinformation on the audio screenwhen you play them. Normally,album and track names are displayedonly by CDs recorded on a personalcomputer, MP3 discs, and WMAdiscs.

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To exit the track list display, pressthe AUDIO button, or push theinterface selector to the left.

When you press the SCAN button orscroll down and push the interfaceselector to the left, the first track ofthe current disc plays for about 10seconds. You will see SCAN next toTRACK on the screen. To hear therest of the track, press the SCANbutton or push the interface selector

to the left again within 10 seconds.

If you don’t, the system advances tothe next track, plays about 10seconds of it, and continues throughthe rest of the tracks the same way.

When you press and hold the SCANbutton until you hear a beep or scrolldown and push the interface selectorto the right, the first track of thecurrent disc plays for about 10

seconds. You will see SCAN next toDISC on the screen. To hear the restof the disc, press the SCAN buttonor push the interface selector to theright again within 10 seconds.

If you don’t, the system advances tothe next disc, plays about 10 secondsof it, and continues through the restof the discs the same way. When thesystem reaches the last disc, DISCSCAN is canceled, and the disc playsnormally.

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To replay the current trackcontinuously, use the interfaceselector to scroll down, selectTRACK REPEAT, and press ENTERon the interface selector. As areminder, you will see REPEAT nextto TRACK on the screen. To turnthis feature off, highlight TRACKREPEAT (if not already highlighted),and press ENTER on the interfaceselector again.

To replay the current disccontinuously, use the interfaceselector to scroll down, select DISCREPEAT, and press ENTER on theinterface selector. As a reminder,you will see REPEAT next to DISCon the screen. To turn this featureoff, highlight DISC REPEAT (if notalready highlighted), and pressENTER on the interface selectoragain.

To play the tracks of the current discin random order, use the interfaceselector to scroll down, selectTRACK RANDOM, and pressENTER on the interface selector. Asa reminder, you will see RANDOMnext to TRACK on the screen. Toturn this feature off, highlightTRACK RANDOM (if not alreadyhighlighted), and press ENTER onthe interface selector again.

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The changer plays MP3 discs inrecorded order. Maximum playablefile layers are 8, and total playabletracks are 255. If your disc has acomplex structure, the changertakes some time to read the discbefore beginning play.

If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or the ignitionswitch, play will continue at the samepoint when you turn it back on.

To play an MP3 disc, use the disccontrols previously described, alongwith the following information.

Use the disc controls previouslydescribed.

To take the system out of disc mode,press the AM/FM button (AM orFM button on Canadian, Alaskan,and Hawaiian models) or press the

button (U.S. models). Toreturn to disc mode, press the DISCbutton.

To enter the FOLDER LIST, pressENTER on the selector, select afolder by turning the interface knob,then press ENTER on the selector. Ifyou want to move to the parentfolder, push the selector up. If thereare no folder names, ‘‘No Title’’ isdisplayed. You will see the currentfolder highlighted.

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To replay the current foldercontinuously, use the interfaceselector to scroll down, selectFOLDER REPEAT with theinterface knob, and press ENTER onthe interface selector. As a reminder,you will see FOLDER REPEAT nextto the disc number on the screen. Toturn this feature off, highlightFOLDER REPEAT (if not alreadyhighlighted), and press ENTER onthe selector again.

To play the tracks of the currentfolder in random order, use theinterface selector to scroll down,select FOLDER RANDOM with theinterface knob, and press ENTER onthe interface selector. As a reminder,you will see FOLDER RANDOMnext to the disc number on thescreen. To turn this feature off,highlight FOLDER RANDOM (if notalready highlighted), and pressENTER on the selector again.

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To remove a different disc from thechanger, first select it by pressingthe corresponding number on thepreset button or turning theinterface knob, and pressing ENTERon the interface selector. When thatdisc begins playing, press the ejectbutton.

To eject all discs, press and hold theeject button.

To eject one disc, press and releasethe eject button.

You can also eject discs when theignition switch is off:

When you press the eject buttonwhile listening to the radio, or withthe audio system turned off, the discthat was last selected is ejected.After that disc is ejected, pressingthe eject button again will eject thenext disc in numerical order. Bydoing this six times, you can removeall the discs from the changer.

To remove the disc that is currentlyplaying, press the eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the upper display.When you remove the disc from theslot, the system automatically entersthe previous mode [AM, FM1, FM2,or XM Satellite Radio (U.S. modelsexcept Alaskan and Hawaiian)]. Thesystem also begins the loadsequence so you can load anotherdisc. If you do not load another disc,the load sequence is cancelled, andthe system continues playing in theprevious mode.

If you do not remove the disc fromthe slot, the system will reload thedisc after 15 seconds and put thedisc changer in pause mode. Tobegin playing the disc, press the discbutton.

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When using CD-R or CD-RW discs,use only high quality discs labeledfor audio use.

When recording a CD-R orCD-RW, the recording must beclosed for it to be used by the discchanger.

When a disc is not being played,store it in its case to protect it fromdust and other contamination. Toprevent warpage, keep discs out ofdirect sunlight and extreme heat.

A new disc may be rough on theinner and outer edges. The smallplastic pieces causing this roughnesscan flake off and fall on therecording surface of the disc,causing skipping or other problems.Remove these pieces by rubbing theinner and outer edges with the sideof a pencil or pen.

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe disc changer.

Handle a disc by its edges; nevertouch either surface. Do not placestabilizer rings or labels on the disc.These, along with contaminationfrom finger prints, liquids, and felt-tip pens, can cause the disc to notplay properly, or possibly jam in thedrive.

To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth.Wipe across the disc from the centerto the outside edge.

Play only standard, round, 5-inch(12 mm) discs. Smaller or odd-shaped discs may jam in the driveor cause other problems.

Handle your discs properly toprevent damage and skipping.

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Error Message Cause SolutionIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takeyour vehicle to your dealer.

FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

High Temperature

Press the disc eject button, and remove the

disc(s). Check for an error indication. Insert

the disc(s) again. If the code does not disappear

or the disc(s) cannot be removed, consult your

dealer.

Press the disc eject button, and remove the

disc(s). Check for an error indication. Insert

the disc(s) again. If the code does not disappear

or the disc(s) cannot be remove, consult your

dealer.

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Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from the wheel.

The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button, hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, thenrelease it.

If you are listening to the radio, usethe CH button to change stations.Each time you press the top ( ) ofthe button, the system goes to thenext preset station on the band youare listening to. Press the bottom( ) to go back to the previousstation.

If you are playing a disc, the systemskips to the beginning of the nexttrack each time you press the top( ) of the CH button. Press thebottom ( ) to return to thebeginning of the current track. Pressit again to return to the previoustrack. You will see the disc and tracknumbers in the upper display.

The MODE button changes themode. Pressing the buttonrepeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,XM Satellite Radio (U.S. modelsexcept Alaskan and Hawaiian), or adisc (if a disc is loaded).

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Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specific five-digit code withthe preset buttons. Because thereare hundreds of numbercombinations possible from the fivedigits, making the system workwithout knowing the exact code isnearly impossible.

You should have received a card thatlists your audio system code numberand serial number. It is best to storethis card in a safe place at home. Inaddition, you should write the audiosystem’s serial number in this owner’smanual.

If you lose the card, you must obtainthe code number from your dealer.To do this, you will need the audiosystem’s serial number.

If your vehicle’s battery is discon-nected or goes dead, or the radiofuse is removed, the audio systemwill disable itself. If this happens,you will see ‘‘ ’’ in the upperdisplay the next time you turn on thesystem. Use the preset buttons toenter the five-digit code. The code islocated on the radio code cardincluded in your owner’s manual kit.When it is entered correctly, theradio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering thecode, do not start over; complete thefive-digit sequence, then enter thecorrect code. You have ten tries toenter the correct code. If you areunsuccessful in ten attempts, youmust then leave the system on for 1hour before trying again.

If the code card is lost, your dealercan access your code with yourradio’s serial number. To access theserial number, turn the radio on. It

must display ‘‘ ’’, then turnthe radio off. Push and hold thepreset 1 and preset 6 buttons, thenpush the POWER/VOLUME knob.The serial number will appear in twosets of four digits.

The system will retain your A/M andF/M presets even if power isdisconnected.

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The security system will not set ifthe hood, trunk, or any door is notfully closed. If the system will not set,check the Door and Trunk Openmonitor on the instrument panel (seepage ) to see if the doors andtrunk are fully closed. Since it is notpart of the monitor display, manuallycheck the hood.

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it.

The security system helps to protectyour vehicle and valuables from theft.The horn sounds and a combinationof headlights, position/side markerlights, and taillights flash if someoneattempts to break into your vehicleor remove the radio. This alarmcontinues for 2 minutes, then thesystem resets. To reset an alarmingsystem before the 2 minutes haveelapsed, unlock either front doorwith the remote or the built-in key.

With the system set, you can stillopen the trunk with the remotewithout triggering the alarm. Thealarm will sound if the trunk lock isforced, or the trunk is opened withthe trunk release button on thedriver’s door or the emergency trunkopener.

Once the security system is set,opening any door or the hoodwithout using the built-in key or theremote will cause it to sound. It alsosounds if the radio is removed fromthe dashboard or the audio systemwiring is cut.

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, close the hood, and close thetrunk. For the system to activate,you must lock the doors from theoutside with the remote, built-in key,lock tab, or door lock switch. Thesecurity system indicator on theinstrument panel starts blinkingimmediately to show you the systemis setting itself.

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Cruise control allows you to maintaina set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on straight, openhighways. It is not recommended forcity driving, winding roads, slipperyroads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Press and release the DECEL/SET button on the steering wheel.The CRUISE CONTROL iconappears on the multi-informationdisplay to show the system is nowactivated.

Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Push in the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel. The CRUISEMAIN indicator on the instrumentpanel comes on.

When cruise control is on whiledriving, the SH-AWD torquedistribution monitor and the tirepressure monitor are not shownon the multi-information display.

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Improper use of the cruisecontrol can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control onlywhen traveling on openhighways in good weather.

When climbing a steep hill, theautomatic transmission maydownshift to hold the set speed.

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:

You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release thebutton.

Push on the accelerator pedal.Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeed, and press the DECEL/SETbutton.

Press and hold the DECEL/SETbutton. Release the button whenyou reach the desired speed.

Tap the brake pedal lightly withyour foot. The CRUISECONTROL indicator on theinstrument panel will go out.When the vehicle slows to thedesired speed, press the DECEL/SET button.

Cruise control may not hold the setspeed when you are going up anddown hills. If your speed increasesgoing down a hill, use the brakes toslow down. This cancels cruisecontrol. To resume the set speed,press the RES/ACCEL button. TheCRUISE CONTROL icon on themulti-information display will comeback on.

To increase your speed in verysmall amounts, tap the RES/ACCEL button. Each time you dothis, the vehicle speeds up about 1mph (1.6 km/h).

To slow down in very smallamounts, tap the DECEL/SETbutton. Each time you do this,your vehicle slows down about 1mph (1.6 km/h).

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Tap the brake pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.

Resting your foot on the brake pedalcauses cruise control to cancel.

Even with cruise control on, you canstill use the accelerator pedal tospeed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the accelerator pedal. The vehiclewill return to the set cruising speed.

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:

Push the CRUISE button.

When you push the CANCEL buttonor tap the brake pedal, the systemremembers the previously set speed.To return to that speed, accelerate toabove 25 mph (40 km/h), then pressand release the RES/ACCEL button.The CRUISE CONTROL indicatorcomes on. The vehicle accelerates tothe same speed as before.

Pressing the CRUISE button turnsthe system completely off and erasesthe previous cruising speed.

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They do not have the safety featurethat causes the motor to stop andreverse if an obstacle is detectedduring closing, increasing the risk ofinjury.

For quick and accurate training,make sure the remote controltransmitter for the device (garagedoor, automatic gate, securitysystem, etc.) has a fresh battery.

If you justreceived your vehicle and have nottrained any of the buttons inHomeLink before, you should eraseany previously learned codes beforetraining the first button.

HomeLink is a registeredtrademark of Johnson Controls .

The HomeLink UniversalTransceiver built into your vehiclecan be programmed to operate up tothree remote controlled devicesaround your home, such as garagedoors, lighting, or home securitysystems.

If you are training HomeLink tooperate a garage door or gate, youshould unplug the motor for thatdevice during training. Repeatedlypressing the remote control buttoncould burn out the motor.

The HomeLink transceiver storesthe code in a permanent memory.There should be no need to retrainthe transmitter if your vehicle’sbattery goes dead or is disconnected.If your garage door opener wasmanufactured before April 1982, youmay not be able to programHomeLink to operate it.

Always refer to the operatinginstructions and safety informationthat came with your garage dooropener or other equipment youintend to operate with HomeLink. Ifyou do not have this information,contact the manufacturer of theequipment.

To do this, press and hold the frontand rear buttons on HomeLink forabout 20 seconds, or until the redindicator flashes. Release thebuttons, then go to step 1.

If you are training the second orthird buttons, go directly to step 1.

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Unplug the garage door openermotor from the electrical outlet.

Hold the end of the garage dooropener remote 2 to 5 inches fromHomeLink. Make sure you are notblocking your view of the redindicator in HomeLink.

Press and hold the remotetransmitter button and one of theHomeLink buttons at the sametime.

If the red indicator in HomeLinkbegins to flash slowly at first,then rapidly, release bothbuttons, and go to step 5.If the red indicator in HomeLinkcontinues to flash slowly (doesnot flash rapidly), your remotetransmitter may stoptransmitting after a short time.Go to step 4.

Press and hold the remotetransmitter button and one of theHomeLink buttons at the sametime. While continuing to hold theHomeLink button, press andrelease the remote transmitterbutton every 2 seconds.

If the red indicator in HomeLinkbegins to flash slowly at first,then rapidly, release bothbuttons, and go to step 5.If the red indicator in HomeLinkcontinues to flash slowly (doesnot begin to flash rapidly),repeat steps 2 thru 4.

Plug in the garage door openermotor, then test the HomeLinkbutton by pushing it for about 1second.

If the indicator flashes rapidlyfor 2 seconds then stays on, youhave a rolling code transmitter.Go ‘‘Training with a RollingCode System’’ (see page ).

If the indicator stays on orflashes slowly, repeat steps 2thru 5.

Push and hold the HomeLinkbutton for a few seconds, thenwatch the red indicator onHomeLink.

If the button does not work goto step 6.

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Repeat these steps to train theother two HomeLink buttons tooperate any other compatibleremotely controlled devicesaround your home (lighting,automatic gate, security system,etc.).

Make sure you have properlycompleted the ‘‘trainingHomeLink’’ procedure.

Find the ‘‘training’’ button on yourgarage door opener unit. Thelocation will vary, depending onthe manufacturer.

Press the training button on thegarage door opener unit until theindicator next to the button comeson, then release it. The indicatormay blink, or come on and stay on.

You then have about 30 seconds tocomplete the following steps.

Press and hold the buttonprogrammed during the ‘‘TrainingHomeLink’’ procedure for 3 to 4seconds.

Press and hold the HomeLinkbutton again for 3 to 4 seconds.This should turn off the trainingindicator on the garage dooropener unit. (Some systems mayrequire you to press the button upto three times.)

Press the programmed HomeLinkbutton again. It should operate thegarage door.The ‘‘Training HomeLink’’

procedure trains HomeLink to theproper garage door opener code.The following proceduresynchronizes HomeLink to thegarage door opener so it sends andreceives the correct codes.

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You should erase all three codesbefore selling the vehicle.

To erase the codes stored in all threebuttons, press and hold the front andrear buttons until the red indicatorbegins to flash, then release thebuttons.

If you want to retrain a programmedbutton for new device, you do nothave to erase all button memory.You can replace the existing memorycode using this procedure:

Press and hold the HomeLinkbutton to be trained until theHomeLink indicator begins toflash slowly.

If a rolling code transmitter waspreviously programmed, theindicator will flash rapidly for 2seconds, and then stay on forabout 23 seconds.

If a standard transmitter wasprogrammed, the indicator willstay on for about 25 seconds.

Once the HomeLink indicatorbegins to flash slowly, continue tohold the HomeLink button, andfollow steps 3 thru 6 under‘‘Training HomeLink’’ (see page

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If you have problems with trainingthe HomeLink Universal Transceiver,or would like information on homeproducts that can be operated by thetransmitter, call (800) 355-3515. Onthe Internet, go to www.homelink.com.

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AcuraLink enhances your ownershipexperience by providing a directcommunication link between yourvehicle and the Acura Server.Working through the XM radiosatellite, AcuraLink works inconjunction with the navigationsystem, HandsFreeLink (HFL), andaudio system in your vehicle. Itdisplays and receives several kindsof messages, including:

Operating tips and information onyour vehicle’s features.

Important recall and safetyinformation.

Maintenance information to keepyour vehicle in top condition.

Diagnostic information to provideinformation about any problemswith your vehicle.

Most AcuraLink functions arecontrolled by the interface dial. Theinterface dial has two parts, a knoband a selector.



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If you have a new message, anenvelope icon appears in the topright corner of the navigation screen.

To open a message:

Press ENTER on the interfaceselector, then select New Messagefrom the navigation system mapmenu. If there is more than onenew message, you will see a list ofmessage titles.

Unread messages have a closedenvelope icon next to them. The icondisappears when it has already beenread.

Only diagnostic infomessages appear while driving. Theyindicate if your vehicle has aproblem that may need immediateattention (see page ).

After purchasing your vehicle,messages may not appearimmediately.Your dealer has to register thevehicle identification before you canreceive messages. This can takeseveral days to process.

Select Message to display theSelect a message category screen.Then, select ALL MESSAGES.

Scroll up or down, and select themessage you want to read bypressing ENTER on the interfaceselector.

To view previously read messages,press the INFO button, then selectMESSAGES.

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Diagnostic info and recall/campaign messages can only bedeleted by your dealer.

To delete a single message:Press the INFO button to bring upthe Information screen.

Scroll to the Messages option,then select it by pressing ENTERon the interface selector.

Use the interface knob to scroll upor down to the message title youwant to delete, and select it bypressing ENTER on the interfaceselector.

Scroll to Delete with the interfaceknob, and select it by pressingENTER on the interface selector.

When you open a message, you canread a summary of it, and thenchoose one of several options. If anoption is not available for a message,that button will not be highlighted.

Scroll to the category with themessages you want to delete, andselect the category by pressingENTER on the interface selector.

Scroll to the Delete Messagesoption, and select it by pressingENTER on the interface selector.

Use the interface knob to scroll tothe AcuraLink/Messages button,and select it by pressing ENTERon the interface selector.

Select MORE by pushing theinterface selector to the right.

Press the SETUP button to viewthe setup screen.

The Delete All Messagescommand only works for quick tipand maintenance minder messages.Other messages must be deletedindividually.

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To set your AcuraLink preferences(the types of messages you want toreceive, if any), visit the Owner Linkwebsite at www.owners.acura.com,and choose what you would like toreceive. If you do not have internetaccess, call Acura Client Services at(800) 382-2238; they can set yourmessage preferences for you.

Select this button todelete the current message.

Select this button to hear avoice read the entire message. Thisgives you more information than thescreen can display at one time. Whenyou select the Voice button, itchanges to a Stop Reading button.Select the button again to stop thevoice.

Select this button to call aphone number embedded in themessage. When you select , theHandsFreeLink (HFL) dials thenumber for you.To make a call, your Bluetoothcompatible phone must be paired toyour vehicle’s HandsFreeLink (seepage ).

Select this button to find the nearestAcura dealer using the navigationsystem.

Selectthis button to call the Acura dealeryou purchased your vehicle from.AcuraLink also directs you to thisdealer so you can schedule amaintenance appointment or receiveinformation about a message. If youvisit another dealer for service twotimes within a 14-month period,AcuraLink will reset to call thatdealer.

Select this button toget more information about thecurrent diagnostic message. To usethis option, your cell phone must belinked to the HFL and have acompatible data service available.Access the Owner Link website tofind out which data services arecurrently compatible with AcuraLink.235

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Selectthis button to begin the processrequired to connect to Acura. This isused to access the most recentdiagnostic information when aproblem occurs.

Select ON to havethe system automatically read eachmessage to you. Select OFF tomanually select the Voice buttonwhen you want a message read toyou.

To access the following functions,press the SETUP button, push theinterface dial to the right to selectMORE, then rotate the interface dialto select AcuraLink/Messages.

Select thisbutton to delete all stored messageswithin a category, except fordiagnostic info and recall campaignmessages. These messages can onlybe deleted by a certified technicianafter the recall or problem is done orcorrected, or through a broadcastmessage from Acura.

Select ON if you want to be notifiedof new messages (envelope iconappears on the navigation screen).Select OFF if you do not want to benotified of new messages (envelopeicon does not appear on thenavigation screen).

For the Phone DataConnection button to be active, youneed a Bluetooth compatible andenabled cell phone paired to theHandsFreeLink (HFL), and acompatible data service (see

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During the first 90 days ofownership, one of 32 differentmessages appears each day. Thesemessages help you to use andunderstand the technologicalfeatures of your vehicle.

These messages, based on updatedvehicle information and commentsfrom other RL owners, supplementyour Owner’s Manual and QuickStart Guide. They provide you withrelevant information for a safe andenjoyable ownership experience. Foradditional information, call AcuraClient Services directly through theHFL.

There are six message categories inAcuraLink: Quick Tips, FeatureGuides, Maintenance Minders,Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info,and Dealer Appointment Reminders.The system can store up to 256messages.

Message categories can be added,revised, or deleted throughbroadcast messages from Acura.

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If your vehicle is affected by a recallor other important safetyinformation, a letter will be mailed toyou about the issue and how to fix it.If you don’t get your vehicle fixed,you will also receive a remindermessage through AcuraLink. Youcan then use the message options tocall your dealer for an appointmentor to find the nearest dealer.

You can then use the messageoptions to call your dealer for anappointment or to find the nearestdealer.

These messages provide detailedinformation about the serviceneeded for your vehicle. When amaintenance message appears onthe multi-information display, a list ofneeded maintenance items alsoappears in an AcuraLink message.These messages tell you the exactmaintenance needed, helping you toavoid unnecessary maintenancecosts.

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Depending on the severity of theproblem, the message will let youknow if you should see your dealerimmediately or if you can wait awhile.

You will see information from theonboard troubleshooting database.

You can then use message options tocall your dealer for an appointment,find the nearest dealer, or find outmore information about the issue.

When an instrument panel indicatorcomes on, AcuraLink immediatelynotifies you with the message,‘‘Check more information.’’ If you donot want the information right away,select the Check Later option. If youwant the information now, select theCheck Now option. (If the navigationscreen is not active, you must selectOK from the navigation disclaimerscreen before you can check theinformation.)

If an instrument panel indicator stayson when it should go off, or amessage appears on the multi-information display, AcuraLink canidentify the problem, send theinformation to Acura for analysis,and then provide you with the mostaccurate repair information available-all before going to a dealer. Thishelps you handle the problem as itoccurs, preventing or limiting costlyrepairs.

A diagnostic message is generated ifany of the instrument panelindicators stay on when they shouldgo off. For more information on theinstrument panel indicators, see page

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The AcuraLink system cannotdetermine some mechanicalproblems (such as squeaks orrattles) that are not triggered by thediagnostic indicator monitors.

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When you make an appointmentthrough the Owner’s Link OnlineScheduling Service, you can bereminded about that appointmentthrough the AcuraLink two days inadvance. If you need to reschedule,you can call your dealer directly withthe HFL.

The timing of your reminder isbased on your reminder preferenceestablished on Owner Link.

When you select the More Infooption, if the HFL is connected to acellular data service, AcuraLinkgathers more information about theproblem, and sends it to Acura.There, the information is analyzedand returned to the vehicle with themost accurate repair information.

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U.S. models onlyThe OnStar system in your vehiclegives you access to a wide range ofservices and information with thetouch of a button. An OnStar advisoris available 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek.

The Safe and Sound Plan providesthese features:

Roadside AssistanceEmergency ServicesAutomatic Notification of AirbagDeploymentAccident AssistanceRemote Door Locking/UnlockingStolen Vehicle TrackingMisplaced Vehicle AssistanceOnline Concierge Services

The Directions and ConnectionsPlan provides these additionalfeatures:

Route SupportRide AssistInformation and ConvenienceServices

The OnStar buttons and indicatorare located on the ceiling near thefront ceiling light.

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To record a message:

You can record up to 5 minutes ofinformation from your OnStaradvisor or the virtual advisor. This ishelpful for reviewing the route, hotel,or restaurant information youreceive from the OnStar center.

A microphone is located in the baseof the OnStar control panel so youcan speak to the advisor withouttaking your hands off the steeringwheel or diverting your attentionfrom the road. The OnStar advisor’svoice comes from the audio system’sspeakers. Use the volume control onthe audio system or on the steeringwheel to adjust the volume.

Depending on which service yourequest, you may need to give yourPersonal Identification Number(PIN) to the advisor. Your PIN is anumber you make up and providewhen you establish your OnStarservice.

If cellular telephone service is notavailable in the area you are drivingin, you will hear a fast busy signal.The system will retry the connectionseveral times before returning to theready mode.

Press this button to contact anOnStar advisor. You will hear achime, followed by theannouncement, ‘‘Connecting toOnStar.’’ The connection should takeabout 15 seconds. The advisor willassist you with any of the servicesincluded in your plan.

To cancel the retry, press the whitephone button. During your call to the advisor or

virtual advisor, press and releasethe OnStar button. The systembeeps to indicate that it isrecording.When you are finished recording,press and release the OnStarbutton again. The system beepsand stops recording.

When you are finished listening,press the white phone button. Thesystem responds with ‘‘Goodbye.’’

Say ‘‘Advisor playback.’’ Therecorded message is playedthrough the audio systemspeakers.

Press the white phone button. Thesystem responds with ‘‘OnStarready.’’

To hear the first playback of amessage:

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Press this button to send dial toneswhile communicating with anautomated phone system during anOnStar personal call (see page ).

The advisor will ask about the natureof the emergency, locate yourvehicle, and notify the appropriateemergency service agencies.

If you press this button accidentally,do not cancel the call. Wait until theOnStar advisor answers, then explainyour mistake.

Say ‘‘Advisor playback.’’ Thesystem responds with ‘‘Play orResume.’’If you say ‘‘Play,’’ the messageplays from the beginning. If yousay ‘‘Resume,’’ the message playsfrom the point you previouslystopped it.

To hear a message again:

Press this button to contact anOnStar advisor only if you have anemergency situation. You will hear atone, followed by the announcement,‘‘Connecting to OnStar Emergency.’’Your call is given highest priority.

Press the white phone button. Thesystem responds with ‘‘OnStarready.’’

Recording a new message will deletethe previous message.

Press this white phone button to enda call to the OnStar advisor. If theOnStar center calls you, press thisbutton to answer the call.

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If you are ever in anaccident that causes the airbags todeploy, the OnStar systemautomatically places a call (providedthe OnStar system and your vehicle’selectrical system are still intact). Theadvisor will attempt to speak to youto evaluate the situation, and contactthe nearest emergency servicesprovider.

The OnStar system uses the globalpositioning system (GPS) to locateyour vehicle whenever you place acall. This allows the advisor toquickly contact the nearest serviceswithout requiring you to providedetailed directions.

Contactthe OnStar advisor if you needassistance with a problem (flat tire,out of fuel, etc.) while traveling. Theadvisor will contact an appropriateagency to come and assist you.

Contact anOnStar advisor if you have anemergency situation. The advisorwill contact the nearest emergencyservices provider (ambulance, firedepartment, etc.) and advise them ofyour situation.

This indicator shows you the statusof the system.

The system is readyfor use.

A call is inprogress.

There is a problemwith the system. Press the OnStarbutton to contact an advisor. If thecall connects, the advisor will assistyou with verifying the system’soperation. If you are not able tocontact an advisor, take your vehicleto an Acura dealer to have thesystem diagnosed.

There is a problemwith the system while a call is inprogress.

TheOnStar advisor can help you if youare ever in a minor accident byasking you for information about theaccident. Complete, detailedinformation will make it easier tocomplete accident reports andinsurance claims.

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The OnStaradvisor can give you verbaldirections from your current locationto a desired destination.

If you need a ride(taxi, limousine service, etc.) theOnStar advisor can make thearrangements for you. Use theOnStar button, or call(888) 4-ONSTAR.

If you are unable to locate yourvehicle in a large parking lot orparking structure, contact OnStar at(888) 4-ONSTAR. The advisor willremotely activate the exterior lightsand the horn, allowing you to locateyour vehicle.

From your computer, you can loginto www. myonstar.com to makedinner reservations, purchase ticketsto events, send flowers, etc.

UsingGPS, OnStar can locate your vehiclealmost anywhere. If your vehicle isever stolen, contact OnStar at(888) 4-ONSTAR. The advisor willput you in contact with the properauthorities, and assist them withlocating your vehicle.

By sending a signal to yourvehicle, the advisor can lock orunlock your vehicle’s doors. This ishelpful if you are away from yourvehicle and realize you forgot to lockthe doors, or if you have locked theremote or built-in key in your vehicle.To get OnStar’s assistance, call(888) 4-ONSTAR (466-7827).

The Directions and ConnectionsPlan provides these additionalfeatures:

The OnStar advisor cangive you information on nearbyhotels, restaurants, ATMs, hospitals,gas stations, and many otherservices in any area you are traveling.The advisor can also help you withhotel or restaurant reservations.

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－The OnStar Personal Calling plan isan extra-cost option that gives youthe ability to use your vehicle’sOnStar system as a hands-freecellular telephone.

To sign up for Personal Calling,press the OnStar button in yourvehicle, and notify the advisor thatyou’d like to sign up. The advisor willget all the information needed to setup your account, and provide youwith your new cellular telephonenumber.You will need to provide a credit cardnumber, and prepurchase ‘‘units’’ orminutes of air time (one unit equals1 minute).

Youmust use voice commands to givethe OnStar system your callinginformation. To make a phone call:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Dial.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Phonenumber to dial, please.’’Say the entire number withoutpausing.OnStar will repeat the number.Say ‘‘Yes’’ to dial the number, orsay ‘‘No’’ to try again.OnStar will respond with ‘‘Dialing’’and then repeat the completetelephone number. It will thenplace the telephone call.When you have finished yourconversation, press the whitephone button to hang up.

If you make a mistake speaking thephone number, or the systemresponds with the wrong number,say ‘‘Clear.’’ This will cause thesystem to erase the number.

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Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Digit dial.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Firstdigit to dial, please.’’Say the first digit of the number.OnStar will repeat that digit.Always wait for OnStar to confirmthe digit before going to the nextdigit.Say the second digit of the number.OnStar will repeat that digit.Continue this until you have givenOnStar the complete telephonenumber. Then say ‘‘Dial.’’

OnStar will respond with ‘‘Dialing’’and then repeat the completetelephone number. It will thenplace the telephone call.When you have finished yourconversation, press the whitephone button again to hang up.

If you make a mistake speaking adigit of the phone number, or thesystem responds with the wrongdigit, say ‘‘Clear.’’ This will cause thesystem to erase the last digit.

If you need to cancel the phone callattempt before entering thecomplete phone number, say ‘‘Cancel.’’The system will cancel the operationand return to Ready.

If the system has difficultyunderstanding a voice command, itcan respond with:

‘‘Pardon’’ The system could notmatch your voice command to one itknows. Repeat the commanddistinctly.

‘‘Slower please’’ The systemmissed the command because it wasnot ready for it, or there was toomuch background noise. Repeat thecommand after a short pause.

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While in a personal call, press theVoice Activated Key Pad ( )button.

When someone places a telephonecall to you, the audio system willmute and you will hear the ring.Press the white phone button toanswer the call. When you havecompleted the call, press the whitephone button again to hang up.

The OnStar system can store up totwenty 32-digit telephone numbers inits memory. When you store thesenumbers in its memory, you giveeach one a name tag. When you wantto place a telephone call, you canrecall the number by giving thesystem the name tag.

Continue this until you have givenOnStar the complete number.Then say ‘‘Send.’’ OnStar will sendthe number by dial tones.

Say the second digit of the number.OnStar will repeat that digit.

OnStar will repeat that digit.Always wait for OnStar to confirmthe digit before going to the nextdigit.

Say the first digit of the numberyou want to send.

OnStar will respond with ‘‘Firstdigit to send please.’’

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To store atelephone number and its name tagin the system, do this:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Store.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Phonenumber to store, please.’’Say the entire number.OnStar will repeat the number,and then say ‘‘Yes or No.’’Say ‘‘Yes,’’ or say ‘‘No’’ to try again.OnStar will respond with ‘‘Nametag, please.’’Say the name that you wantassigned to that telephone number.

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘ready.’’Say ‘‘Digit store.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Firstdigit to store, please.’’Say the first digit of the number.OnStar will repeat that digit.Say the second digit of the number.OnStar will repeat that digit.Continue this until you have givenOnStar the complete telephonenumber. Then say ‘‘Store.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Nametag, please.’’Say the name that you wantassigned to that telephone number.

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Say ‘‘Yes.’’

Say the name tag for the numberyou want to delete.OnStar will respond with ‘‘Delete

name tag , yes or no.’’

OnStar will respond with ‘‘Deletingname tag .’’

To redialthe last telephone number youcalled:

Press the Call Answer or Call Endbutton.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’

Say ‘‘Redial.’’OnStar will respond with‘‘Redialing,’’ then place thetelephone call.

OnStar will respond with ‘‘Nametag, please.’’

Toplace a telephone call using a nametag, do this:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Call.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Nametag, please.’’Say the name tag for the numberyou want to call.OnStar will respond with ‘‘Calling

name tag ,’’ then place thetelephone call.

If you have forgotten what nametags you have stored, the system willread them to you. Press the whitephone button. When the systemresponds with ‘‘OnStar ready,’’ say‘‘Directory.’’ The system will thenrepeat all stored name tags.

To deletea name tag and telephone numberfrom memory, do this:

By giving the system a security codethat you make up, you can lock outthe personal calling and virtualadvisor capabilities of the system sounauthorized people cannot maketelephone calls. To turn security onor off, do this:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Security.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Firstdigit of security code, please.’’Say the first digit of the code.

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If you forget the security codeentered, or someone else enters asecurity code unknown to you, youmust contact an OnStar advisor toreset the code. Press the OnStarbutton, or call (888) 4-ONSTAR.

You must prepurchase units(minutes) of cellular air time. TheOnStar system tracks how manyunits you have remaining.

OnStar will respond with ‘‘Securityis ON/OFF.’’

To find out how many units you haveremaining, do this:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Units.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Verifyor add.’’Say ‘‘Verify.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Youhave number units remaining.’’

To purchase moreunits of cellular air time, do this:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Units.’’OnStar will respond with ‘‘Verifyor add.’’Say ‘‘Add.’’OnStar will connect you to anautomated system to handle yourpurchase.It is also possible to press theOnstar button and talk to anadvisor to purchase more air time.

You can also call OnStar at(888) 4-ONSTAR, or get informationabout your account at the OnStarweb site, www.onstar.com.

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When you subscribe to personalcalling, you can also enjoy thebenefits of virtual advisor. Thisfeature lets you hear information inyour vehicle about weather, sports,news, and stocks. It is even possibleto have your e-mail read to you.

Although virtual advisor can provideinformation on many subjects, youcan set up a customized profile withOnStar that makes it easier to getinformation about areas that are ofspecific interest to you. To do this,you must go to the OnStar web site,www.onstar.com. This is a securesite; you will need your accountnumber and PIN to access youraccount information and to designyour customized profile.

If you do not have Internet access, adefault profile can be set up for you. You make up and provide your

personal identification number (PIN)when you establish your accountwith OnStar. You should write downyour PIN, and keep it with you at alltimes.

You can change your PIN at any time.Contact the OnStar advisor bypressing the OnStar button, or bycalling (888) 4-ONSTAR.

If you forget your PIN, contact theOnStar advisor. For security reasons,your PIN will be mailed to you.

To use the virtual advisor from yourvehicle, do this:

Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘virtual advisor.’’

The system will connect you to thevirtual advisor. The virtual advisorwill prompt you for the informationyou desire.

If you would like to hear a list ofvoice commands that are available,say ‘‘What are my choices.’’ OnStaris continually upgrading the system,so new commands become available.

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OnStar uses the global positioningsystem (GPS) to locate your vehiclefor functions such as route guidanceand roadside assistance. GPS isaffected by structures that canobstruct the signal, such as tunnels,parking structures, and tall buildings.It may not be possible for OnStar topinpoint your location if you are in ornear such structures.

OnStar uses cellular technology tocommunicate with your vehicle.Cellular coverage varies by location,which may affect the ability toestablish a connection, or the qualityof the connection.

Onstar has antennas in the rearwindow (on each side of the high-mount brake light) and on the roofnear the high-mount brake light. Toavoid reception problems, do notcover the window antennas withmetal stickers, and do not cover the

roof antenna with cargo or bicycleson a roof rack.

When you turn off your vehicle’signition, OnStar goes into low-powermode. After 48 hours, it switches tosleep mode to conserve your vehicle’sbattery power. Features such asremote door unlocking andmisplaced vehicle assistance will notwork after your vehicle has beenparked for more than 48 hours.

OnStar is a registered trademark ofthe OnStar Corporation.

As required by the FCC: This devicecomplies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interferencereceived, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.


This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210. Operation issubject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

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Bluetooth is a registered trademarkof Bluetooh SIG, Inc.Bluetooth is the wireless technologythat links your phone to the HFL.The HFL uses a Class 3 Bluetooth,which means the maximum rangebetween your phone and vehicle is30 feet (10 meters).

HFL recognizes simple voicecommands, such as phone numbersand names. It uses these commandsto automatically dial, receive, andstore numbers. For moreinformation on voice control, seeUsing Voice Control on page .

Here are the main features of theHFL. Instructions for using the HFLbegin on page .

Your vehicle is equipped with theHandsFreeLink (HFL). HFL usesBluetooth technology as a wirelesslink between it and your Bluetoothcompatible cell phone. When you arein your vehicle and your phone islinked to the HFL, you’ll enjoyhands-free phone use. The HFL isavailable in both English and French(Canadian models only). To changethe language, see page . To use the HFL, your phone must

have approved Bluetooth capabilityalong with the Hands Free Profile.This type of phone is availablethrough many phone makers andcellular carriers. You can also find anapproved phone by visiting

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With a linked phone, the HFL allowsyou to send and receive calls in yourvehicle without holding the phone.

The HFL can store up to 50 namesand phone numbers in its phonebook.With a linked phone, you can thenautomatically dial any name ornumber in the phonebook.

Here are the main components ofthe HFL system:

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HFL Talk: This button is used beforeyou give a command, to answerincoming calls, and to confirmsystem information.

HFL Back: This button is used toend a call, go back to the previousvoice control command, and tocancel an operation.

To operate the HFL, use the HFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel. Below theHFL buttons is another set of voicecontrol buttons for the navigation,climate control, and audio systems.

When the HFL is in use, the soundcomes through the vehicle’s frontaudio system speakers. If the audiosystem is in use while making a call,the HFL over-rides the audio system.To change the volume level, use theaudio system volume knob.

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Signal Strength Indicates thenetwork signal strength of thecurrent phone call. Five barsequals full strength.

ROAM Status Indicates yourphone is roaming.

Battery Level Status Indicatesthe power remaining in yourphone’s current battery charge.Five bars equals full batterystrength.

HFL Mode Indicates when youare dialing and receiving calls.

Phone Dialing Indicates thenumber you entered or thenumber of the incoming call.

Some phones do not send thisinformation to the HFL.

When you are operating the HFL, orwhen you manually select HFL onthe multi-information display, youwill see this information on thescreen:

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The HFL is operated by the HFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel. The nextfew pages provide instructions for allbasic features of the HFL.

To hear a list of available optionsat any time, press the Talk button,wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Handsfree link help.’’

Many commands can be spokentogether. For example, you cansay, ‘‘Dial 123-456-7891.’’

To enter a string of numbers in aCall or Dial command, you can saythem all at once, or you canseparate them in blocks of 3, 4, 7,10, or 11.

To skip a voice prompt, press theTalk button while the HFL isspeaking. The HFL will then beginlistening for your next command.

Here are some guidelines for usingvoice control:

To enter a command, press theTalk button. Then, after the beep,say your command in a clear,natural tone.

For best system operation, set theclimate control fan speed to low,and direct the center vents awayfrom the microphone in the ceiling.

If the HFL does not recognize acommand, its response is, ‘‘Pardon.’’If it doesn’t recognize thecommand a second time, itsresponse is, ‘‘Please repeat.’’ If itdoesn’t recognize the command athird time, it plays the Helpprompt.

All phones may notoperate identically, and some maycause inconsistent operation of theHFL.

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To go back one step in a commandprocess, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or pressthe Back button.

When you finish a commandsequence, the HFL goes back toits main menu. For example, whenyou store the name, ‘‘Eric,’’ theHFL response is, ‘‘Eric has beenstored.’’ The next time you pressthe Talk button, you will be at themain menu.

If nothing is said while the HFL islistening for a command, the HFLwill time out and stop its voicerecognition. The next time youpress the Talk button, the HFLbegins listening from the point atwhich it timed out.

To end a command sequence atany time, press and hold the Backbutton, or press the Talk button,wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Cancel.’’The next time you press the Talkbutton, the HFL begins from itsmain menu.

The voice of the HFL can be set tomale or female (U.S. models only).Also, the incoming notification canbe set to a ring tone, a prompt, or nonotification.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘System optionsare setup and clear.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Setup.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Would you likemale or female prompts?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or‘‘Female,’’ depending on thesystem voice you want. The HFLresponse is, ‘‘Male (Female)prompts have been selected.Would you like an audiblenotification of an incoming call?’’

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Press and release the Talk button.If you say ‘‘Yes’’ after the beep, theHFL response is, ‘‘Would you likea ring tone or a prompt?’’ If yousay ‘‘No’’ after the beep, the HFLreturns to its main menu. Saying‘‘No’’ will result in no ring tone orprompt playback during anincoming call. The audio systemwill still mute, and a message willbe displayed.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Ring tone’’ or‘‘Prompt.’’ If you choose ‘‘Ringtone’’ you will hear a ring tonethrough the audio speakers toannounce an incoming call. If youchoose ‘‘Prompt,’’ you will hearthis message to announce anincoming call: ‘‘You have anincoming call.’’

Your Bluetooth compatible phonewith HandsFree Profile must bepaired to the HFL before you canmake and receive hands-free call.

HFL does not allow you to pairyour phone if the vehicle ismoving.For pairing, your phone must be inits Discovery mode.Up to six phones can be paired tothe HFL.The following procedure works formost phones. If you cannot pairyour phone to the HFL with thisprocedure, refer to your phone’soperating manual, talk to yourphone retailer, or call theHandsFreeLink customer supportat (888) 528-7876.During the pairing process, turnoff any previously paired phonesbefore pairing a new phone.

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With your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position, press and releasethe Talk button. After the beep,say ‘‘Phone set up.’’ The HFLresponse is ‘‘Phone set up optionsare status, pair, edit, delete, andlist.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Pair.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘The pairingprocess requires operation of yourmobile phone. For safety, onlyperform this function while thevehicle is stopped. State a four-digit code for pairing. Note thiscode. It will be requested by thephone.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the four-digitcode you want to use. For example,say ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4.’’ The HFL responseis, ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this correct?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Searching for aBluetooth phone.’’

Steps 5 and 6 show acommon way to get your phone intoits Discovery mode. If these steps donot work on your phone, refer to thephone’s operating manual.

Follow the prompts on your phoneto get it into its Search mode. Thephone will search for the HFL.When it comes up, selectHandsFreeLink from the list ofoptions displayed on your phone.

When asked by the phone, enterthe four-digit code from step 3 intoyour phone. The HFL response is‘‘A new phone has been found.What would you like to name thisphone?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwant to use. For example, say‘‘Eric’s phone.’’ The HFL responseis ‘‘Eric’s phone has beensuccessfully paired. Returning tothe main menu.’’

If you want to pair another phone,repeat steps 1 through 7.

Once the paring process iscompleted, AcuraLink may display aconnection confirmation screen. Thisscreen is used to create a dataconnection between your cell phoneand the AcuraLink system. You canchoose to setup the data connectionnow, or do it later. If you want to doit now, exit the HFL menu bypressing the HFL Back button oneor more times.

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To rename a paired phone, do this: To delete a paired phone, do this:Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Phonesetup options are status, pair, edit,delete, and list.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Edit.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Which phonewould you like to edit?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name ofthe phone you want to rename.For example, say ‘‘Eric’s phone.’’The HFL response is ‘‘What is thenew name for Eric’s phone?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the new nameof the phone. For example, say‘‘Lisa’s phone.’’ The HFL responseis, ‘‘The name has been changed.Returning to the main menu.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’The HFL response is, ‘‘Phonesetup options are status, pair, edit,delete, and list.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘Which phonewould you like to delete?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name ofthe phone you want to delete. Forexample say ‘‘Eric’s phone.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Would you liketo delete Eric’s phone?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Preparing todelete Eric’s phone.’’ Say ‘‘OK’’ tocontinue. Otherwise, say ‘‘Go back,’’or ‘‘Cancel.’’

Press and release the Talk button.If you say ‘‘OK’’ after the beep, theHFL response is ‘‘The phone hasbeen deleted. Returning to themain menu.’’ If you say ‘‘Go back,’’or ‘‘Cancel,’’ the phone will not bedeleted.

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To list all paired phones, do this: To find out the status of the phone beingused, do this:

To change from the currently linkedphone to another paired phone, do this:Press and release the Talk button.

After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Phonesetup options are status, pair, edit,delete, and list.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Phonesetup options are status, pair, edit,delete, and list.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Next phone.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Searchingfor the next phone.’’ The HFLthen disconnects the linked phoneand searches for another pairedphone. If no other phones arefound, the first phone remainslinked.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ TheHFL responds by listing the nameof each paired phone. When allphones paired to the system havebeen read, the HFL response is‘‘The entire list has been read.Returning to the main menu.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Status.’’ Anexample of the HFL response is,‘‘Eric’s phone is linked. Batterystrength is three bars. Signalstrength is five bars, and thephone is roaming. Returning to themain menu.’’

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Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, youwill hear the person you calledthrough the audio speakers. Tochange the volume, use the audiosystem volume knob.

You can make calls using any phonenumber, or by using a name in theHFL phonebook. You can also redialthe last number called. During a call,the HFL allows you to talk up to 30minutes after you remove the keyfrom the ignition switch.

With your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position, press and releasethe Talk button. After the beep,say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFLresponse is, ‘‘What name ornumber would you like to call/dial?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the numberyou want to call. For example, say‘‘123 456 7891.’’ The HFL responseis ‘‘123 456 7891. Say call, dial, orcontinue to add numbers.’’

To end the call, press the Backbutton.

With your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position, press and releasethe Talk button. After the beep,say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFLresponse is ‘‘What name ornumber would you like to call/dial?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwant to call. For example, say

‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is‘‘Would you like to call Eric?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, youwill hear the person you calledthrough the audio speakers. Tochange the volume, use the audiosystem volume knob.

To end the call, press the Backbutton.

To redial the last number called bythe phone, press and release theTalk button. After the beep, say‘‘Redial.’’ The HFL response is,‘‘Redialing.’’ Once connected, youwill hear the person you calledthrough the audio speakers. Tochange the volume, use the audiosystem volume knob.

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If you receive a call when you are noton the phone, the HFL interrupts theaudio system (if it is on), and playsthe incoming call notification, ifactivated. To answer the call, pressthe Talk button and begin speaking.If you don’t want to answer the call,press the Back button.

The HFL allow you to send numbersor names during a call. This is usefulwhen you call a menu-driven phonesystem. You can also programaccount numbers into the HFLphonebook for easy retrieval duringmenu-driven calls.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘What name ornumber would you like to send?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the numberyou want to send. For example,say ‘‘1, 2, 3.’’ The HFL response is‘‘1, 2, 3. Say send, or continue toadd numbers.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ Thedial tones will be sent, and the callwill continue.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘What name ornumber would you like to send?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwant to send. For example, say‘‘Account number.’’ The HFLresponse is ‘‘Would you like tosend account number?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ Thedial tones will be sent, and the callwill continue.

If your phone has Call Waiting, andyou receive a call when you are onthe phone, press and release theTalk button to answer it. When youdo this, the original call is placed onhold. To return to the original call,press the Talk button again. If youdon’t want to answer the new call,disregard it, and continue with youroriginal call. If you want to hang upthe original call and answer the newcall, press the Back button.

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During a call, you can transfer itfrom the HFL to your phone, or fromyour phone to the HFL.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Transfer.’’The audio switches from the HFLto the phone.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Transfer.’’The audio switches from yourphone to the HFL.

During a call, you can mute orunmute your voice to the person youare talking to.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘Mute is active.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘Mute iscancelled.’’

The HFL phonebook can store upto 50 names with their associatednumbers. These can be any typesof numbers. For example, you canstore a phone number and use it tomake a call, or you can store anaccount number and use it duringa call to a menu-driven phonesystem.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebookoptions are store, edit, delete, andlist.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Store.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘What namewould you like to store?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwould like to store. For example,say ‘‘Eric’’ or say ‘‘account number.’’The HFL response is ‘‘What is thenumber for Eric,’’ or ‘‘What is thenumber for account number?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the number.For example, say ‘‘123 456 7891.’’The HFL response is ‘‘123 4567891.’’

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To transfer a call from your phone to theHFL, do this:

To mute your voice, do this:

To unmute your voice, do this:

To add a name, do this:

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Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwould like to delete. For example,say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is‘‘Do you want to delete Eric?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘The name hasbeen deleted. Returning to themain menu.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’The HFL response is, ‘‘ThePhonebook options are store, edit,delete, and list.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the newnumber for Eric. For example, say‘‘987 654 3219.’’ The HFL responseis, ‘‘987 654 3219.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘The number hasbeen changed. Returning to themain menu.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’The HFL response is, ‘‘Phonebookoptions are store, edit, delete, andlist.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘What namewould you like to delete?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Eric (or accountnumber) has been stored.Returning to the main menu.’’


Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Edit.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘What namewould you like to edit?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwould like to edit. For example,say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is‘‘What is the new number forEric?’’

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Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘This processwill clear all paired phones, clearall entries in the phonebook, andclear the passcode. Is this whatyou would like to do?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Preparing toclear all paired phones, allphonebook entries, and thepasscode. This may take up to 2minutes to complete.’’ Press andrelease the Talk button. After thebeep, say ‘‘OK’’ to proceed, or say‘‘Go back’’ or ‘‘Cancel.’’

If you said ‘‘OK,’’ after a shortperiod of time, the HFL responseis, ‘‘System has been cleared.Returning to the main menu.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ TheHFL responds by listing thenames in the phonebook. Whenthe end of the list is reached, theHFL response is, ‘‘The entire listhas been read. Returning to themain menu.’’


Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ TheHFL responds by listing thenames in the phonebook. When itsays the name you want to call, forexample, Eric, press the Talkbutton, and then say ‘‘Call.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘Would you liketo call Eric?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Calling.’’ Onceconnected, you will hear theperson you called through theaudio speakers. To change thevolume, use the audio systemvolume knob.

This operation clears the HFL ofyour passcode, your paired phones,and all names in the HFL phonebook.Clearing is recommended before yousell your vehicle.

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘System optionsare setup and clear.’’

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If there are paired phones withoutFrench name tags, the HFLresponse is ‘‘Pour que le systèmeidentifie les téléphones qui ont étéjumelés dans une autre langue, lesnoms des téléphones doivent êtreré-enregistrés.’’

If there are paired phoneswithout French name tags thefollowing prompts will continue.

The HFL response is, for example,‘‘Quel est le nom Français pourPaul’s phone ?’’ Press andrelease the Talk button. After thebeep, say ‘‘Téléphone de Paul.’’The HFL response is, ‘‘Quel est lenom Français pour Pat’s phone

?’’ Press and release the Talkbutton. Say ‘‘Téléphone de Pat.’’After all paired phones missing aFrench name tag are re-recorded,the HFL will prompt, ‘‘Retour aumenu principal.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘ChangerLangue.’’ The HFL response is,‘‘English or Français?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ If thereare no paired phones withoutEnglish name tags, the HFLresponse is ‘‘The language hasbeen changed. Returning to themain menu.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘English.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘You haveselected English. Name tags thatwere stored while in French modewill not be accessible in Englishmode. Would you like tocontinue?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Oui.’’ If thereare no paired phones withoutFrench name tags, the HFLresponse is ‘‘La langue a étéchangée. Retour au menu principal.’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Français.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Vous avezsélectionné Français. Les nomsenregistrés en mode Anglais neseront pas accessible en modeFrançais. Voulez-vous continuer?’’

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Changelanguage.’’ The HFL response is‘‘English or Français?’’

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If there are paired phones withoutEnglish name tags, the HFLresponse is ‘‘The language has beenchanged. For the system to identifyphones that were paired while inanother language, the phone namesneed to be re-recorded.’’

If there are paired phoneswithout English name tags thefollowing prompts will continue.

The HFL says, for example, ‘‘Whatis the English name forTéléphone de Paul ?’’ Press andrelease the Talk button. After thebeep, say ‘‘Paul’s phone. ’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘What is theEnglish name for Téléphone dePat ?’’ Press and release the Talkbutton. After the beep, say ‘‘Pat’sphone.’’ After all paired phonesmissing an English name tag arere-recorded, the HFL will say‘‘Returning to the main menu.’’

In addition, you cannot use the HFLwhile using AcuraLink.

When OnStar is activated during anHFL call or when using voice control,the HFL call is placed on hold, or theHFL stops its voice recognition. TheHFL call will continue when OnStaruse is ended. To operate the HFLagain, press the Talk button. Thenafter the beep, say the appropriatecommand.

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to properly storeluggage or packages. Theinformation in this section will helpyou. If you plan to add anyaccessories to your vehicle, pleaseread the information in this sectionfirst.

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Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapidacceleration.

Avoid hard braking for the first200 miles (300 km).

Do not change the oil until thescheduled maintenance time.

You should also follow theserecommendations with anoverhauled or exchanged engine, orwhen the brakes are replaced.

Do not tow a trailer.

We recommend quality gasolinescontaining detergent additives thathelp prevent fuel system and enginedeposits.

In addition, in order to maintain goodperformance, fuel economy, andemissions control, we stronglyrecommend, in areas where it isavailable, the use of gasoline thatdoes NOT contain manganese-basedfuel additives such as MMT.Use of gasoline with these additivesmay adversely affect performance,and cause the malfunction indicatorlamp on your instrument panel tocome on. If this happens, contactyour authorized dealer for service.

Your vehicle is designed to operateon premium unleaded gasoline with apump octane of 91 or higher. If thisoctane grade is unavailable, regularunleaded gasoline with a pumpoctane of 86 or higher may be usedtemporarily. The use of regularunleaded gasoline can cause metallicknocking noises in the engine andwill result in decreased engineperformance. The long-term use ofregular-grade gasoline can lead toengine damage.

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Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.

Some gasoline today is blended withoxygenates such as ethanol orMTBE. Your vehicle is designed tooperate on oxygenated gasolinecontaining up to 10 percent ethanolby volume and up to 15 percentMTBE by volume. Do not usegasoline containing methanol.

If you notice any undesirableoperating symptoms, try anotherservice station or switch to anotherbrand of gasoline.

For further important fuel-relatedinformation, please refer to your

.Open the fuel fill door by pressingthe button on the driver’s door.(To open the fuel fill doormanually, see page .)

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Stop the engine, and keepheat, sparks, and flamesaway.Handle fuel only outdoors.Wipe up spills immediately.

Gasoline is highly flammableand explosive. You can beburned or seriously injuredwhen handling fuel.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.Place the cap in the holder on thefuel fill door.

Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leavesome room for the fuel to expandwith temperature changes.

even though the tank is not full,there may be a problem with yourvehicle’s fuel vapor recoverysystem. The system helps keepfuel vapors from going into theatmosphere. Consult your dealer.

Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least once. If youdo not properly tighten the cap,you will see ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’on the multi-information display(see right column on this page),and the malfunction indicator lampmay also come on (see page ).

Push the fuel fill door closed untilit latches.

If your fuel cap is loose or missing, a‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ messageappears on the multi-informationdisplay after you turn the ignitionswitch to ON (II), after you start theengine or while you are driving. Turnthe ignition switch off and confirmthe fuel cap is installed. If it is,loosen the cap, then retighten until itclicks at least once.

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The CHECK FUEL CAP messagethat is displayed after you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position or start the engine, shouldgo off after tightening the fuel cap,turning the ignition switch off and on,then driving over 12 mph (US) or 20km/h (Canada) for at least 10minutes. Due to different drivingconditions, it may take a few drivetrips to make the message go off.

The CHECK FUEL CAP messagedisplayed while driving should go offafter tightening the fuel cap, turningthe ignition switch off and on, thendriving over 30 mph (US) or 48km/h (Canada) for at least 45seconds. Due to different drivingconditions, it may take a few drivetrips to make the message go off.

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease lever located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up slightly.

If the system still detects a loose ormissing fuel cap, the malfunctionindicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If aloose or missing fuel cap was not thecause of the CHECK FUEL CAPmessage coming on, the MIL willalso come on. When the MIL comeson, the message goes off.

Turn the engine off, and check orretighten the fuel cap until it clicks atleast once. The MIL goes out after 3days of normal driving once the capis tightened or replaced. If it doesnot go out, have your dealer inspectthe vehicle. For more information,see page .

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Lift the hood up most of the way.The hydraulic supports will lift itup the rest of the way and hold itup.

If the hood latch handle movesstiffly, or if you can open the hoodwithout lifting the handle, themechanism should be cleaned andlubricated.

Reach between the hood and thefront bumper with your finger.Slide the latch handle up.

To close the hood, lower the hood toabout a foot (30 cm) above thefender, then firmly press down onthe front edge of the hood. Makesure it is securely latched.

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Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.

If it is near or below the lowermark, see onpage .

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.

Remove the dipstick (orange loop).

Wipe the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.

Insert it all the way back in its hole.

Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, see

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Combine several short trips intoone.

The air conditioning puts an extraload on the engine which makes ituse more fuel. Use the fresh-airventilation when possible.

an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses more fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud onyour vehicle’s underside addsweight and rolling resistance.Frequent cleaning helps your fuelmileage and reduces the chance ofcorrosion.

Always drive in the highest gearpossible.

Refer toon page for information

about checking other items on yourvehicle.

Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceschedule. See

on page.

Drive moderately. Rapidacceleration, abrupt cornering,and hard braking use more fuel.

Try to maintain a constant speed.Every time you slow down andspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel. Use cruise control whenappropriate.

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When properly installed, cellularphones, alarms, two-way radios, andlow-powered audio systems shouldnot interfere with your vehicle’scomputer controlled systems, suchas your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Before installing any accessory:

Make sure the accessory does notobscure any lights, or interferewith proper vehicle operation orperformance.

Be sure electronic accessories donot overload electrical circuits(see page ) or interfere withproper operation.

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Acura accessories, canmake your vehicle unsafe. Beforeyou make any modifications or addany accessories, be sure to read thefollowing information.

Your dealer has Acura accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are covered by warranty. Before installing any electronic

accessory, have the installercontact your dealer. If possible,have your dealer inspect the finalinstallation.

On vehicles with side curtainairbags, do not install accessorieson the side pillars or across therear windows as these mayinterfere with proper operation ofthe side curtain airbags.

Although non-Acura accessories mayfit on your vehicle, they may notmeet factory specifications, andcould adversely affect your vehicle’shandling and stability (see page ).258

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Improper accessories ormodifications can affect yourvehicle’s handling, stability, andperformance, and cause acrash in which you can be hurtor killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regardingaccessories and modifications.

Some examples are:

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.

Modifying your steering wheel orany other part of your vehicle’ssafety systems could make thesystems ineffective.

If you plan to modify your vehicle,consult your dealer.

Raising your vehicle with a non-Acura suspension kit can affectthe handling and stability.

Lowering the vehicle with a non-Acura suspension kit thatsignificantly reduces groundclearance can allow theundercarriage to hit speed bumpsor other raised objects, whichcould cause the airbags to deploy.

Non-Acura wheels can causeexcessive stress on suspensioncomponents and are notcompatible with the tire pressuremonitoring system.

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components with non-Acura components could seriouslyaffect your vehicle’s handling,stability, and reliability.

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Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:

Glove boxFront door and seat-back pocketsConsole compartment

In addition, the trunk pass-throughallows you to carry longer items.

However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour vehicle’s handling, stability,stopping distance, and tires, andmake it unsafe. Before carrying anytype of cargo, be sure to read thefollowing pages.

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UTILITY POCKETCONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET

－ ×The maximum load for your vehicleis 850 lbs (395 kg). This figureincludes the total weight of alloccupants, cargo, and accessories,and the tongue load if you are towinga trailer.

Steps for determining correct loadlimit:

Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard.[The placard is on the driver’sdoorjamb.]

Determine the combined weightof the driver and passengers thatwill be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers from850 pounds or 395 kilograms.

The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity.For example, if the maximum loadis 850 lbs and there will be five 150lb. passengers in your vehicle, theamount of available cargo andluggage load capacity is 100 lbs.

(850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.)

Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo being loadedon the vehicle. That weight maynot safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacity instep 4.

If your vehicle will be towing atrailer, load from your trailer willbe transferred to your vehicle.Consult this manual to determinehow this reduces the availablecargo and luggage load capacity ofyour vehicle (see page ).

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Overloading or improperloading can affect handling andstability and cause a crash inwhich you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and otherloading guidelines in thismanual.

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.

Do not put any items on top of therear shelf. They can block yourview and be thrown around thevehicle during a crash.

Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rollunder the seats and interfere withthe pedals or seat operation.

Keep the glove box closed whiledriving. If it is open, a passengercould injure their knees during acrash or sudden stop.

Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheaviest items on the bottom andas far forward as possible.

If you carry large items thatprevent you from closing the trunklid, exhaust gas can enter thepassenger area. To avoid thepossibility of

, follow the instructionson page .

If you carry any items on a roofrack, be sure the total weight ofthe rack and the items does notexceed the maximum allowableweight. Please contact your dealerfor further information.

If you carry any items extendingthrough the trunk pass-through,tie down or secure all items thatcould be thrown around thevehicle and hurt someone during acrash or sudden stop.

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The cargo floor hooks can also beused to tie down and secure items onthe floor.

There are hooks on the floor andboth sides of the trunk. They can beused to install the cargo net forsecuring items. The side cargohooks are designed to hold lightitems (maximum load: 6 lbf or 3 kgffor each hook). Heavy objects maydamage the side hooks.

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important information onparking your vehicle, the brakingsystem, the SH-AWD system, thevehicle stability assist (VSA) system,the tire pressure monitoring system(TPMS), and facts you need if youare planning to tow a trailer.

........................Preparing to Drive . 262.......................Starting the Engine . 263

Check Starting System..................................Message .264

..............Automatic Transmission . 265............................SH-AWD System .272

...........................................Parking . 273.............................Braking System . 274

................Anti-lock Brakes(ABS) . 275Tires Pressure

....Monitoring System (TPMS) .277Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

........................................System . 281...........................Towing a Trailer . 283

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Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

Visually check the tires. If a tirelooks low, use a gauge to check itspressure.

Check that any items you may becarrying are stored properly orfastened down securely.

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).

Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).

Make sure the doors and thetrunk are securely closed andlocked.

Fasten your seat belt. Check thatyour passengers have fastenedtheir seat belts (see page ).

You should do the following checksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.

Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepages and ).

When you start the engine, checkthe gauges and indicators in theinstrument panel and themessages on the multi-informationdisplay (see page , and

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If the engine does not start within15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed halfwaydown. If the engine starts, releasepressure on the accelerator pedalso the engine does not race.

If the engine fails to start, pressthe accelerator pedal all the waydown, and hold it there whilestarting to clear flooding. If theengine still does not start, returnto step 5.

Apply the parking brake.

In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.

Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Press on the brake pedal.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, turn the ignition switch tothe START (III) position, thenrelease the ignition switch. You donot need to hold the ignitionswitch in the START (III) positionto start the engine. The engine’sstarter motor keeps runningautomatically for up to 7 seconds

until the engine starts.

The starter motor keeps runningautomatically for up to 15 secondsuntil the engine starts, if:

Your vehicle’s starting system has anauto control mode. When you turnthe ignition switch to the START(III) position, this feature keeps theengine’s starter motor running untilthe engine starts. Follow theseinstructions to start the engine:

If the engine does not start, wait atleast 10 seconds before tryingagain.

The engine does not start within 7seconds after the starter motorbegan to run.

You hold the ignition switch in theSTART (III) position for morethan 7 seconds.

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The engine is harder to start in coldweather. Also, the thinner air f ound ataltitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400meters) adds to this problem.The immobilizer system protects your

vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, theengine’s f uel system is disabled. Formore inf ormation, see page .114

If there is a problem with thestarting system, you will see a‘‘CHECK STARTING SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay when the ignition switch isturned to ON (II). You will also seethis message when the auto controlmode of the starting system has aproblem.

If this message is on, the ignitionswitch has to be held in theSTART (III) position manuallyuntil the engine starts. Theignition switch can be held in thatposition up to 15 seconds.

Even though you may be able tostart the engine manually withoutthe auto control mode of the startingsystem, have your dealer inspectyour vehicle.

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These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in. In the SequentialSportShift Mode, the ‘‘M’’ indicatornext to the ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on,and the illuminated number underthe low oil pressure indicator showsyou the gear you have selected.

To shift from any position, pressfirmly on the brake pedal and slidethe lever along the guide on theconsole. You cannot shift out of Parkwhen the ignition switch is in theLOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I)position.

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch to ON (II). If itflashes while driving (in any shiftposition), it indicates a possibleproblem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lampcomes on along with the ‘‘D’’indicator, there is a problem in theautomatic transmission controlsystem. Avoid rapid acceleration, andhave the transmission checked byyour dealer as soon as possible.

When the ‘‘D’’ indicator warns of apossible problem with thetransmission, you will see a ‘‘CHECKTRANSMISSION’’ message on themulti-information display (see page

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To avoid transmission damage, cometo a complete stop before shiftinginto Park. The shift lever must be inPark before you can remove the keyfrom the ignition switch.

Your vehicle has a reverse lockout soyou cannot accidentally shift toreverse from neutral or any otherdriving position when the vehiclespeed exceeds 5 6 mph (8 10km/h).

If there is a problem in the reverselockout system, or your vehicle’s

battery is disconnected or goes dead,you cannot shift to reverse. (Refer to

on page ).

Use neutral if youneed to restart a stalled engine, or ifit is necessary to stop briefly withthe engine idling. Shift to the Parkposition if you need to leave yourvehicle for any reason. Press on thebrake pedal when you are movingthe shift lever from neutral toanother gear.This position mechani-

cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press on the brakepedal and have your foot off theaccelerator pedal.

If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .

Press the brakepedal to shift from Park to reverse.To shift from neutral to reverse,come to a complete stop and thenshift.

Use this position foryour normal driving. Thetransmission automatically selects asuitable gear (1 through 5) for yourspeed and acceleration. You maynotice the transmission shifting up athigher engine speeds when theengine is cold. This helps the enginewarm up faster.

If you cannot shift to reverse whenthe vehicle is stopped, press thebrake pedal, slowly shift to neutral,and then shift to reverse.

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With the shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position,you can select the SequentialSportShift mode to shift gears muchlike a manual transmission, butwithout a clutch pedal.

To enter the Sequential SportShiftmode, move the shift lever further tothe driver’s side. To return to ‘‘D,’’move the shift lever to thepassenger’s side.In Sequential SportShift mode, eachtime you push forward on the shiftlever, the transmission shifts to ahigher gear. Pull back on the lever todownshift. The number of the gearselected is displayed on theinstrument panel.

When you move the shift lever from‘‘D’’ to ‘‘M’’ position, the displayshows the selected gear.

While in the Sequential SportShiftMode, you can also shift up or downusing the (right side) or (leftside) paddle shifters on the right andleft side of the steering wheel.

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The transmission may automaticallydownshift from the higher gear tothe lower gear under theseconditions:

Driving on level roads and downhill

Driving uphill

Downshifting gives you more powerwhen climbing, and provides enginebraking when going down a steep hill.

The gear indicator will flash thenumber of the lower gear severaltimes, then return to the higher gear.

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The transmission remains in theselected gear (5, 4, 3, 2, or 1). Thereis no automatic downshift when youpush the accelerator pedal to thefloor.

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When you accelerate away from astop, the transmission starts in firstgear. You have to manually upshiftbetween first and fifth gears. Makesure you upshift before the enginespeed reaches the tachometer’s redzone.

The transmission also shiftsautomatically as the vehicle comes toa complete stop. It downshifts to firstgear when the vehicle speed is under8 mph (13 km/h).

If you try to manually downshift at aspeed that would cause the engine toexceed the redline in a lower gear,the transmission does not downshift.

If the vehicle speed slows to belowthe redline of the selected lower gearposition while the indicator isflashing, the transmissiondownshifts, and the display showsthe selected lower gear.

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The table shows the speed rangesfor upshifting and downshifting. When you are in Sequential

SportShift mode, and the vehicle isstopped, push forward on the shiftlever to shift to second gear. Youwill see ‘‘2’’ in the display. Startingout in second gear will help toreduce wheelspin in deep snow oron a slippery surface.

If you start out in second gear, thetransmission will be fixed in thatgear.

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The transmission will notautomatically downshift to first geareven when the vehicle speed isunder 8 mph (13 km/h). You need toshift down to first gear manually.

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－If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce therpm below the red zone.

Make sure the ignition switch is inthe LOCK (0) position.

Set the parking brake.

Before downshifting, make sure theengine will not go into thetachometer’s red zone.

This allows you to move the shiftlever out of Park if the normalmethod of pushing on the brakepedal does not work.

This position issimilar to D, except only the firstthree gears are selected. Use Dwhen towing a trailer in hilly terrain,or to provide engine braking whengoing down a steep hill. D can alsokeep the transmission from cyclingbetween third, fourth, and fifth gearsin stop-and-go driving.

For faster acceleration when in D orD, you can get the transmission toautomatically downshift by pushingthe accelerator pedal to the floor.The transmission will shift down one,two, or three gears, depending onyour speed.

To release the reverse lockout, makesure the ignition switch is in theACCESSORY(I) position.

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If you need to use the shift lockrelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by a dealer.

Put a cloth on the edge of the shiftlock release slot cover next to theshift lever. Use a small flat-tippedscrewdriver or a metal fingernailfile to remove the cover. Carefullypry on the edge of the cover.

Insert a built-in key into the shiftlock release slot.

Push down on the built-in key, andmove the shift lever out of Park toneutral.

Remove the built-in key from theshift lock release slot, thenreinstall the cover. Make sure thenotch on the cover is on the driver’sside. Press the brake pedal, andrestart the engine.

To release the reverse lockout,move the shift lever from neutralto reverse, then to Park.

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Each torque indicator is displayedas a bar graph divided into 5segments. The number ofsegments represents the amountof torque distributed to eachwheel.

The SH-AWD torque distributionmonitor on the multi-informationdisplay shows you the amount oftorque being sent to the wheels.Each wheel: right front (RF), leftfront (LF), right rear (RR), and leftrear (LR), has its own torqueindicator.

While the SH-AWD system helps toenhance the vehicle’s drivingstability in all situations. It is stillyour responsibility to drive andcorner at reasonable speeds and toleave a sufficient margin of safety.

When cruise control is on whiledriving, the torque distributionmonitor is not shown.

The SH-AWD system is a full timeall-wheel-drive system thatautomatically controls and transfersvarying amounts of engine torque toall wheels independently, accordingto the driving conditions.

When there is only a slight change intorque distribution while driving,such as cruising on level roads at thesame speed, the torque distributionmonitor may stop displaying theamount of torque. This is not asystem problem. The monitor willshow the amount if the systemsenses any change in torquedistribution.

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If the SH-AWD indicator on theinstrument panel stays on, and themulti-information display shows anSH-AWD message, there is aproblem with the system. Yourvehicle still has normal front-wheeldrive with vehicle stability assist(VSA), but does not have theadvantages of SH-AWD. Have yourvehicle checked by a dealer as soonas possible.

Check the indicator on theinstrument panel to verify that thesecurity system is set.

If the vehicle is facing downhill,turn the front wheels toward thecurb.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turnthe front wheels away from thecurb.

Never park over dry leaves, tallgrass, or other flammablematerials. The hot three waycatalytic converter could causethese materials to catch on fire.

Make sure the parking brake isfully released before driving away.Driving with the parking brakepartially set can overheat ordamage the rear brakes.

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline.

Set the parking brake before you putthe transmission in Park. This keepsthe vehicle from moving and puttingpressure on the parking mechanismin the transmission.

Make sure the moonroof and thewindows are closed.

Turn off the lights.

Place any packages, valuables, etc.,in the trunk or take them with you.

Lock the doors.

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Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until they do. Be extracautious in your driving.

The hydraulic system that operatesthe brakes has two separate circuits.Each circuit works diagonally acrossthe vehicle (the left-front brake isconnected with the right-rear brake,etc.). If one circuit should develop aproblem, you will still have brakingat two wheels.

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads replaced, they willscreech all the time. It is normal forthe brakes to occasionally squeal orsqueak when you apply them.

Your vehicle is equipped with discbrakes at all four wheels. A powerassist helps reduce the effort neededon the brake pedal. The anti-lockbrake system (ABS) helps you retainsteering control when braking veryhard.

Constant application of the brakeswhen going down a long hill buildsup heat and reduces their effective-ness. Use the engine to assist thebrakes by taking your foot off theaccelerator and downshifting to alower gear.

Resting your foot on the pedal keepsthe brakes applied lightly, builds upheat, and reduces their effectiveness.It also keeps your brake lights on allthe time, confusing drivers behindyou.

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The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster than aperson can do it.

this defeats the purpose of the ABS.Let the ABS work for you by alwayskeeping firm, steady pressure on thebrake pedal as you steer away fromthe hazard. This is sometimesreferred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brakepedal when the ABS activates, andyou may hear some noise. This isnormal: it is the ABS rapidlypumping the brakes. On drypavement, you will need to press onthe brake pedal very hard before theABS activates. However, you mayfeel the ABS activate immediately ifyou are trying to stop on snow or ice.

If the ABS indicator comes on, theanti-lock function of the brakingsystem has shut down. The brakesstill work like a conventional system,but without anti-lock. You shouldhave your dealer inspect your vehicleas soon as possible.

If the ABS indicator comes on whiledriving, test the brakes as shown onpage .

When the ABS indicator comes on,you will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABSSYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display.

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on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.

Always steer moderatelywhen you are braking hard. Severeor sharp steering wheel movementcan still cause your vehicle to veerinto oncoming traffic or off the road.

such as trying to take acorner too fast or making a suddenlane change. Always drive at a safespeed for the road and weatherconditions.

It only helps with steeringcontrol during braking.

Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require alonger distance to stop

ABS cannot prevent the loss ofstability.

ABS will not prevent a skid thatresults from changing directionabruptly,

ABS does not reduce the time ordistance it takes to stop thevehicle.

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Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tires while driving.

Each tire has its own pressuresensor. If the air pressure of a tirebecomes significantly low, thesensor in that tire immediately sendsa signal that causes the low tirepressure indicator in theinstrumental panel and theappropriate tire position indicator onthe tire pressure monitor on themulti-information display (see page

) to come on.

For example, if you check and fillyour tires in a warm area, then drivein extremely cold weather, the tirepressure will be lower thanmeasured and could be underinflatedand cause the low tire pressureindicator to come on. Or, if youcheck and adjust your tire pressurein cooler conditions, and drive intoextremely hot conditions, the tiremay become overinflated. However,the low tire pressure indicator willnot come on if the tires areoverinflated.

When the low tire pressure indicatoris on, one or more of your tires issignificantly underinflated. Themulti-information display also showsa ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’message (see page ). You shouldstop and check your tires as soon aspossible, and inflate them to theproper pressure as indicated on thevehicle’s tire information placard.

Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire tooverheat and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuelefficiency and tire tread life, and mayaffect the vehicle’s handling andstopping ability.

Because tire pressure varies bytemperature and other conditions,the low tire pressure indicator maycome on unexpectedly.

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Although your tire pressure ismonitored, you must manually checkthe tire pressures monthly.

If you have a flat tire, the low tirepressure and tire monitor indicatorswill come on. Replace the indicatedflat tire with the compact spare tire(see page ).

When all tire pressures are normal,the multi-information display willshow ‘‘TIRE PRESSURE OKSYSTEM FUNCTION NORMAL.’’

Each tire, including the spare, shouldbe checked monthly when cold, andset to the recommended inflationpressure as specified on the vehicleplacard and in the owner’s manual(see page ).

If you think you can safely drive ashort distance to a service station,proceed slowly to the station, theninflate the tire to the recommendedpressure.

If the tire is flat, or if the tirepressure is too low to continuedriving, replace the tire with thecompact spare tire.

When any of the tires has lowpressure, the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘TIRE PRESSUREERROR SYSTEM FUNCTIONNORMAL’’ message (see page ).

After you replace the flat tire withthe spare, the low tire pressureindicator stays on. This is normal;the system is not monitoring thespare tire pressure. Manually checkthe spare tire pressure to be sure itis correct.

Never use a puncture-repairing agentin a flat tire. If used, you will have toreplace the tire pressure sensor.Have the flat tire repaired by yourdealer as soon as possible.

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If there is a system error with theTPMS, the multi-information displayshows a ‘‘SYSTEM FUNCTIONERROR’’ message (see page ),and the tire pressure readings willnot be displayed. You will also see a‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ messageon the multi-information display (seepage ).

If any of the tires have low pressure,the multi-information display willshows a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’message. You will also see one ormore low pressure tire positionsblinking in the display (see page

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When the TPMS is functioningnormally, you can press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheelto see the pressure readings of eachtire in psi (U.S. models) or kPa(Canadian models) (see page ).

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If one or more tires have lowpressure, the low tire pressureindicator on the instrument panelalso comes on (see page ).

When cruise control is on whiledriving, the pressure reading cannotbe checked by the tire pressuremonitor on the multi-informationdisplay.

If there is a problem with the TPMS,the multi-information display showsa ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’message (see page ). If you seethis message, the system is notmonitoring tire pressure. Have yourvehicle checked by a dealer as soonas possible.

If the low tire pressure indicatorcomes on, or the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘CHECK TPMSSYSTEM’’ message, the VSA systemautomatically turns on even whenthe VSA system is turned off bypressing the VSA OFF switch (seepage ). If this happens, youcannot turn the VSA system off bypressing the VSA OFF switch again.

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When VSA activates, you may noticethat the engine does not respond tothe accelerator in the same way itdoes at other times.

The VSA system cannot enhance thevehicle’s driving stability in allsituations and does not control yourvehicle’s entire braking system. It isstill your responsibility to drive andcorner at reasonable speeds and toleave a sufficient margin of safety.

When VSA activates, you will see theVSA activation indicator blink (seepage ).

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists you in maintaining tractionwhile accelerating on loose orslippery road surfaces. It does thisby regulating the engine’s output andby selectively applying the brakes.

When the VSA system indicatorcomes on, you will also see a‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ messageon the multi-information display.

Without VSA, your vehicle still hasnormal braking and cornering ability,but it does not have VSA traction andstability enhancement.If the VSA system indicator comes

on while driving, pull to the side ofthe road when it is safe, and turn offthe engine. Reset the system byrestarting the engine. If the VSAsystem indicator stays on, or comesback on while driving, have the VSAsystem inspected by your dealer.

If the indicator does not come onwhen the ignition switch is turned toON (II), there may be a problemwith the VSA system. Have yourdealer inspect your vehicle as soonas possible (see page ).

If the low tire pressure indicatorcomes on (see page ), or themulti-information display shows a‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message(see page ), the VSA systemautomatically turns on even whenthe VSA system is turned off withthe VSA OFF switch. In this case,you cannot turn the VSA system offby pressing the VSA OFF switchagain.

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When VSA is off, the VSA activationindicator comes on as a reminder.

VSA is turned on every time youstart the engine, even if you turned itoff the last time you drove thevehicle.

Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes may cause the VSA tomalfunction. When replacing tires,make sure they are of the same sizeand type as your original tires (seepage ).

Deactivate the VSA system if youneed to drive with the compact sparetire installed (see page ).

If you install winter tires, make surethey are the same size as those thatwere originally supplied with yourvehicle. Exercise the same cautionduring winter driving as you would ifyour vehicle was not equipped withVSA.

This switch is at the right side of theleft vent. Press it to turn VSA on andoff.

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Your vehicle has been designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limits, use the proper equipment,and follow the guidelines in thissection.

The weight thatthe tongue of a fully-loaded trailerputs on the hitch should beapproximately 10 percent of thetrailer weight. Too much tongueload reduces front-tire traction andsteering control. Too little tongueload can make the trailer unstableand cause it to sway.

Themaximum allowable weight of thetrailer and everthing in or on itmust not exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg).Towing a load that is too heavycan seriously affect your vehicle’shandling and performance. It canalso damage the engine anddrivetrain.

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Exceeding any load limit orimproperly loading your vehicleand trailer can cause a crash inwhich you can be seriously hurtor killed.

Check the loading of yourvehicle and trailer carefullybefore starting to drive.

To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 percent of theload toward the front of the trailerand 40 percent toward the rear, thenre-adjust the load as needed.

The best way to confirm that vehicleand trailer weights are within limitsis to have them checked at a publicscale.

Using a suitable scale or a specialtongue load gauge, check the tongueload the first time you set up atowing combination (a fully-loadedvehicle and trailer), then recheck thetongue load whenever the conditionschange.

The maximum allowable weight ofthe vehicle, all occupants, all cargo,and the tongue load is: 4,980 lbs(2,260 kg)

The maximum allowable weight ofthe vehicle axles are: 2,680 lbs(1,215 kg) on the front axle, and2,380 lbs (1,080 kg) on the rearaxle.

Towing generally requires a varietyof supplemental equipment,depending on the size of your trailer,how much load you are towing, andwhere you tow. To ensure the bestquality, we recommend that youpurchase Acura equipmentwhenever possible.

Discuss your needs with your trailersales or rental agency, and follow theguidelines in the rest of this section.Also make sure that all equipment isproperly installed and maintained,and that it meets federal, state,province, and local regulations.

Any hitch used on your vehicle mustbe properly bolted to the underbody.

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Always use safety chains when youtow a trailer. Make sure the chainsare secured to the trailer and hitch,and that they cross under the tongueand can catch the trailer if itbecomes unhitched. Leave enoughslack to allow the trailer to turncorners easily, but do not let thechains drag on the ground.

Acura recommends that any trailerhaving a total weight of 1,000 lbs(450 kg) or more be equipped withits own electric or surge-type brakes.

If you choose electric brakes, besure they are electrically actuated.Do not attempt to tap into yourvehicle’s hydraulic system. Nomatter how successful it may seem,any attempt to attach trailer brakesto your vehicle’s hydraulic systemwill lower braking effectiveness andcreate a potential hazard.

Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, and localregulations. Check with your localrecreational vehicle dealer for therequirements in your area, and useonly equipment designed for yourvehicle.

Since lighting and wiring vary bytrailer type and brand, you shouldhave a qualified technician install asuitable connector between thevehicle and the trailer. Improperequipment or installation can causedamage to your vehicle’s electricalsystem and affect your vehiclewarranty.

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Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou cannot clearly see behind you, orif the trailer creates a blind spot.

Ask your trailer sales or rentalagency if any other items arerecommended or required for yourtowing situation.

When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:

The vehicle has been properlyserviced, and the tires, brakes,suspension, cooling system, andlights are in good operatingcondition.

The hitch, safety chains, and anyother attachments are secure.

All items in or on the trailer areproperly secured and cannot shiftwhile you drive.

All weights and loads are withinlimits.

Your vehicle tires and spare areproperly inflated, and the trailertires and spare are inflated asrecommended by the trailermaker.

The lights and brakes on yourvehicle and the trailer are workingproperly.

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The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’s handling and performance,so driving with a trailer requiressome special driving skills andtechniques.

For your safety and the safety ofothers, take time to practice drivingmaneuvers before heading for theopen road, and follow the guidelinesbelow.

When driving uphill and downhill,use the Sequential SportShift modeto provide the proper engine powerand engine braking on each gear.Select fourth, third, second, or firstgear; depending on the vehiclespeeds and read condition. Do notuse fifth gear. The recommendedspeed range for each gear position isshown in the table.

Speed range

0 30 km/h(0 19 mph)

30 50 km/h(19 31 mph)

50 65 km/h(31 41 mph)

over 65 km/h(over 41 mph)

Make turns more slowly and widerthan normal. The trailer tracks asmaller arc than your vehicle, and itcan hit or run over something thevehicle misses. Allow more time anddistance for braking. Do not brake orturn suddenly as this could cause thetrailer to jackknife or turn over.

Drive slower than normal in alldriving situations, and obey postedspeed limits for vehicles with trailers.Use D position when towing a traileron level roads. D is the proper shiftlever position to use when towing atrailer in hilly terrain. (See ‘‘

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Crosswinds and air turbulencecaused by passing trucks can disruptyour steering and cause trailer tosway. When being passed by a largevehicle, keep a constant speed, andsteer straight ahead. Do not try tomake quick steering or brakingcorrections.

Follow all normal precautions whenparking, including firmly setting theparking brake and putting thetransmission in Park. Also, placewheel chocks at each of the trailer’stires.

When driving down hills, reduceyour speed, and shift down to secondgear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, andremember, it will take longer to slowdown and stop when towing a trailer.

If you must stop when facing uphill,use the foot brake or parking brake.Do not try to hold the vehicle inplace by pressing on the accelerator,as this can cause the automatictransmission to overheat.

When climbing hills, closely watchyour temperature gauge. If it nearsthe red (hot) mark, turn the airconditioning off, reduce speed and, ifnecessary, pull to the side of theroad to let the engine cool.

If the automatic transmission shiftsfrequently while going up a hill, shiftto D .

Always drive slowly and havesomeone guide you when backing up.Grip the of the steeringwheel; turn the wheel to the left toget the trailer to move to the left,and turn the wheel right to move thetrailer to the right.

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.

This section also includesinstructions on how to read themaintenance messages in the multi-information display, a maintenancerecord, and instructions for simplemaintenance tasks you may want totake care of yourself.

If you have the skills and tools toperform more complex maintenancetasks on your vehicle, you may wantto purchase the service manual. Seepage for information on how toobtain a copy, or see your dealer.

......................Maintenance Safety . 290....................Maintenance Minder . 291....................Maintenance Record . 301

..............................Fluid Locations . 303......Engine Compartment Covers . 304

........................Adding Engine Oil . 305.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 306

..............................Engine Coolant . 308....................Windshield Washers . 310

....Automatic Transmission Fluid . 310....................................Brake Fluid . 311

....................Power Steering Fluid . 312....................................Timing Belt . 313

.............................................Lights . 314................Cleaning the Seat Belts . 321

.....................................Floor Mats . 322.................................Wiper Blades . 323

...............................................Tires . 325...................Checking the Battery . 331

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To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.

To clean parts, use a commerciallyavailable degreaser or partscleaner, not gasoline.

Be sure there isadequate ventilation whenever youoperate the engine.

Let theengine and exhaust system coolbefore touching any parts.

Donot run the engine unlessinstructed to do so.

Some of the most important safetyprecautions are given here. However,we cannot warn you of everyconceivable hazard that can arise inperforming maintenance. Only youcan decide whether or not youshould perform a given task.

Make sure your vehicle is parkedon level ground, the parking brakeis set, and the engine is off.

To reduce the possibility of fire orexplosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,and flames away from the batteryand all fuel-related parts.

Wear eye protection andprotective clothing when workingwith the battery or compressed air.

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by acertified technician or other qualifiedmechanic.

Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Potential Vehicle HazardsCarbon Monoxide poison fromengine exhaust.

Burns from hot parts.

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Improperly maintaining thisvehicle, or failing to correct aproblem before driving cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspectionand maintenancerecommendations andschedules in this owner’smanual.

Failure to properly followmaintenance instructions andprecautions can cause you tobe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the proceduresand precautions in this owner’smanual.

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One of the most convenient andimportant features of the multi-information display on your vehicleis the maintenance minder.

Based on engine operatingconditions and accumulated enginerevolutions, the onboard computer inyour vehicle calculates the remainingengine oil life.

The system also displays the codefor other scheduled maintenanceitems needing service.

The remaining engine oil life isdisplayed on the engine oil lifeminder according to the table shownbelow.

Calculated EngineOil Life (%)

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To see the remaining engine oil lifedisplayed on the lower right corneron the multi-information display as apercentage, turn the ignition switchto ON (II), and press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheelrepeatedly until the engine oil lifeminder appears (see page ).71

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Press the SEL/RESET button on thesteering wheel repeatedly to selectthe engine oil life minder, themessage ‘‘CHANGE OIL’’ along withthe percentage of oil life remaining,and the maintenance item code, aredisplayed on the lower part of themulti-information display.

The message will be canceled if theor button on the steering wheel

is pressed. Press the or buttonto see the message again.

When the remaining engine oil life is15 to 6 percent, the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUESOON’’ message along with themaintenance schedule codeindicating the main and sub itemsrequired at the time of the oil change.Refer to page and for acomplete list of the maintenancemain items and sub items.

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When the remaining oil life is 1 to 5percent, the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUENOW’’ message with the samemaintenance items ‘‘SERVICE DUESOON’’ was displayed. When yousee this message have the indicatedmaintenance performed as soon aspossible.

Press the SEL/RESET button on thesteering wheel repeatedly to selectthe engine oil life minder, themessage ‘‘CHANGE OIL’’ along withthe percentage ‘‘5%,’’ and themaintenance item code are displayedon the lower part of the multi-information display when thecalculated engine oil life is 1 5percent (see page ).291

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Press and hold the SEL/RESETbutton on the steering wheel formore than 10 seconds. Theremaining engine oil life resetmode will be shown on the multi-information display.

If maintenance service is done bysome one other than your dealer,reset the maintenance minder asfollows:

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

If the oil life minder is notdisplayed, press the SEL/RESETbutton on the steering wheelrepeatedly until it is.

To reset the engine oil life, pressthe or button on the steeringwheel to select RESET on thedisplay, and press the SEL/RESET button.

To cancel resetting the oil life,press the or button on thesteering wheel to select CANCELon the display, and press the SEL/RESET button.

If you do not complete the resetprocedure within 30 seconds afterselecting the reset mode, the modewill be canceled automatically.

If you have the required serviceperformed but do not reset thedisplay, or reset the display withoutperforming the service, the systemwill not show the propermaintenance intervals. This can leadto serious mechanical problemsbecause you will no longer have anaccurate record of whenmaintenance is needed.

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If the indicated maintenance serviceis not done and the remaining engineoil life reaches 0 percent, the multi-information display will show themessage ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’and the maintenance item code. Thismessage is displayed when the totalmileage after reaching 0 percentengine oil life is less than 10 miles(for U.S. models)/10 km (forCanadian models).

Press the SEL/RESET button on thesteering wheel repeatedly to selectthe engine oil life minder, themessage ‘‘CHANGE OIL’’ along withthe percentage ‘‘0%,’’ and themaintenance item code are displayedon the lower part of the multi-information display when thecalculated engine oil life is 0 1percent.

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And also, the percentage ‘‘0’’ keepsblinking on the display.

If the indicated required service isnot done and the remaining engineoil life becomes 0 percent, the multi-information display will show a‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message,the total mileage after the remainingoil life became 0 percent, and themaintenance item code.

This message is displayed when youdrive over 10 miles (for U.S. models)or 10 km (for Canadian models)after seeing the 0 percent message.

Immediately have the serviceperformed, and make sure to resetthe display as previously described.

The maximum total mileage shownwith this message is ‘‘999 mile (forU.S. models) or 999 km (forCanadian models)’’.



This particular message is displayedwhen the mileage after the engine oillife became 0 percent reaches 10miles (for U.S. models)/10 km (forCanadian models).

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When you press the SEL/RESETbutton to select the engine oil lifeminder, the message ‘‘CHANGEOIL’’ along with the maintenanceitem code, and the total negativemileage after the oil life became 0percent, will be displayed on thelower part of the multi-informationdisplay.

This particular message is displayedwhen you drive over 10 miles (forU.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadianmodels) after seeing 0 percent.

Your authorized dealer knows yourvehicle best and can providecompetent, efficient service.However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to keep your warrantiesin effect. Maintenance may be doneby any qualified service facility orperson who is skilled in this type ofautomotive service. Keep all receiptsas proof of completion, and have theperson who does the work fill out themaintenance record. Check yourwarranty booklet for moreinformation.

We recommend the use of Acuraparts and fluids whenever you havemaintenance done. These aremanufactured to the same high-quality standards as the originalcomponents, so you can be confidentof their performance and durability.

The maximum total negative mileageis ‘‘ 999 mile (for U.S. models) or

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You should check the followingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.

Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .

Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fuel tank. See page .

Automatic transmission Checkthe fluid level monthly. See page

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Brakes Check the fluid levelmonthly. See page .

Tires Check the tire pressuremonthly. Examine the tread forwear and foreign objects. See page

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Lights Check the operation ofthe headlights, parking lights,taillights, high-mount brake light,and license plate lights monthly.See page .

U.S. Vehicles:

According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarranties. However, Acurarecommends that all maintenanceservices be performed in accordancewith the intervals indicated by theMulti-Information Display.

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Independent of the maintenance messages in the Multi-Information

Display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.

If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months

after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.

See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column

on page .

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.

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Replace engine oil

Replace engine oil and oil filter

Rotate tires

Inspect front and rear brakes

Check parking brake adjustment

Visually inspect these items:

Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots

Suspension components

Driveshaft boots

Brake hoses and line (including ABS)

All fluid levels and condition of fluids

Exhaust system

Fuel lines and connections

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Rotate tires

Replace air cleaner element

If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000

miles (24,000 km).

Replace dust and pollen filter

If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high

concentrations of soot in the air from industry and

from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000

miles (24,000 km).

Inspect drive belt

Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid

Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle

speeds or trailer towing results in higher

transmission and transfer temperatures.

This requires transmission and transfer fluid changes

more frequently than recommended by the

Maintenance Minder. If you regulary drive your

vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission

and transfer fluid changed at 60,000 miles

(100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).

Replace spark plugs

Replace timing belt and inspect water pump

If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over

110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under-20°F,

29°C), replace every 60,000 mile (U.S.)/100,000 km

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Inspect valve clearance

Replace engine coolant

Maintenance Sub Items

Replace rear differential fluid

Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle

speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of

mechanical (shear) stress to fluid This requires

differential fluid changes more frequently than

recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you

regulary drive your vehicle under these conditions,

have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles

(12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

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AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)

ENGINECOOLANTRESERVOIR

BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)

WASHER FLUID(Black cap)

POWER STEERINGFLUID(Red cap)

The component parts in the enginecompartment are protected byseveral covers. You may need toremove the covers when youperform some simple maintenancework.

All of the covers are secured byholding clips.

To remove the front bulkhead cover,remove the holding clips with a flat-tipped screwdriver.

To remove the left or right enginecompartment cover, remove theholding clips by loosening the pins inthe center of the fastener.

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Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on top of the left valve cover.Pour in the oil slowly and carefully soyou do not spill. Clean up any spillsimmediately. Spilled oil coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

Install the engine oil fill cap, andtighten it securely. Wait a fewminutes, and recheck the oil level.Do not fill above the upper mark; youcould damage the engine.

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engine protection. Makesure the API Certification Seal says‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’

Oil is major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-gradedetergent oil displaying the APICertification Seal. This seal indicatesthe oil is energy conserving and thatit meets the American PetroleumInstitute’s latest requirements.

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Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.

Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate container.

You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil: itdisplays the API Certification Seal,and it is the proper weight. You mustfollow the oil and filter changeintervals given on the maintenanceschedule.

Always change the oil and filteraccording to the maintenancemessages shown on the multi-information display. The oil and filtercollect contaminants that candamage your engine if they are notremoved regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requiresspecial tools and access fromunderneath the vehicle. The vehicleshould be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this service.Unless you have the knowledge andproper equipment, you should havethis maintenance done by a skilledmechanic.

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.

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Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.

Install a new oil filter according tothe instructions that come with it.

Refill the engine with therecommended oil.Engine oil change capacity(including filter):

Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil pressureindicator should go out within 5seconds. If it does not, turn off theengine, and check your work.

Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain boltand oil filter for leaks.

Turn off the engine and let it sitfor several minutes, then checkthe oil level on the dipstick. Ifnecessary, add more oil.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten the drain bolt to:

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OIL FILTER

29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)

4.5 US qt (4.3 )

Improper disposal of engine oil can beharmf ul to the environment. If youchange your own oil, please dispose ofthe used oil properly. Put it in a sealedcontainer, and take it to a recyclingcenter. Do not discard it in a trash binor dump it on the ground.

If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to the MAX line.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

Always use Honda All SeasonAntifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Thiscoolant is pre-mixed with 50 percentantifreeze and 50 percent water.Never add straight antifreeze orplain water.

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporary replacement. Make sure itis a high-quality coolantrecommended for aluminum engines.Continued use of any non-Hondacoolant can result in corrosion,causing the cooling system tomalfunction or fail. Have the coolingsystem flushed and refilled withHonda antifreeze/coolant as soon aspossible.

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.

Adding Engine Coolant

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RESERVE TANK

Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

Pour the coolant slowly and carefullyso you do not spill. Clean up any spillimmediately; it could damagecomponents in the enginecompartment.

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.

Remove the radiator cap bypushing down and turningcounterclockwise.

Put the radiator cap back on, andtighten it fully.

Pour coolant into the reserve tank.Fill it to halfway between the MAXand MIN marks. Put the cap backon the reserve tank.

Do not add any rust inhibitors orother additives to your vehicle’scooling system. They may not becompatible with the coolant orengine components.

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RADIATOR CAP

RESERVE TANK

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.

Park the vehicle on level ground.Shut off the engine.

Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean cloth.

Fill the reservoir with a good-qualitywindshield washer fluid. Thisincreases the cleaning capability andprevents freezing in cold weather.When you refill the reservoir, cleanthe edges of the windshield wiperblades with windshield washer fluidon a clean cloth. This will help tocondition them.

If the washer fluid is low, a‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ messageappears on the multi-informationdisplay.

Insert the dipstick all the way intothe transmission as shown.

Remove the dipstick, and checkthe fluid level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.

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Windshield Washers Automatic Transmission Fluid

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NOTICE:

UPPER MARKLOWER MARK

DIPSTICK

Do not use engine antif reezeor a vinegar/water solution in thewindshield washer reservoir. Antif reezecan damage your vehicle’s paint, whilea vinegar/water solution can damagethe windshield washer pump. Use onlycommercially-available windshieldwasher f luid.

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.

To thoroughly flush the transmission,the technician should drain and refillit with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive thevehicle for a short distance. Do thisthree times. Then drain and refill thetransmission a final time.

The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new fluid when thisservice is shown on a maintenancemessage in the Multi-InformationDisplay.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,contact your dealer.

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.

Replace the brake fluid every 3 years,independent of mileage.

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryreplacement.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid cancause corrosion and decrease the lifeof the system. Have the brakesystem flushed and refilled withHonda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 as soon as possible.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is notcompatible with your vehicle’sbraking system and can causeextensive damage.

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the dipsticktube to bring it to the upper mark.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefullyso you do not spill any. Clean upany spill immediately; it coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

Always use Honda ATF-Z1(automatic transmission fluid). Ifit’s not available, you may use aDEXRON III automatictransmission fluid as a temporaryreplacement. However, continueduse can affect the shift quality.Have the transmission flushed andrefilled with Honda ATF-Z1 assoon as it is convenient.

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The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention. Have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

After removing the right enginecompartment cover (see page ),check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not, add power steering fluid to theUPPER LEVEL mark.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully soyou do not spill any. Clean up anyspill immediately; it could damagecomponents in the enginecompartment.

Always use Honda Power SteeringFluid. You may use another powersteering fluid as an emergencyreplacement, but have the powersteering system flushed and refilledwith Honda PSF as soon as possible.

A low power steering fluid level canindicate a leak in the system. Checkthe fluid level frequently, and havethe system inspected as soon aspossible.

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UPPER LEVEL

LOWER LEVEL

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In very high temperatures(over 110°F, 43°C).

In very low temperatures(under 20°F, 29°C).

If you frequently tow a trailer.

The timing belt should be replacedat the intervals shown on themaintenance minder. Replace thebelt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) ifyou regularly drive your vehicle inone or more of these conditions:

Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt

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Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef tor right lock and holding it there candamage the power steering pump.

The low beam headlight bulbs are atype of high voltage discharge tube.High voltage can remain in thecircuit even with the light switch offand the key removed. Because ofthis, you should not attempt toexamine or change a low beamheadlight bulb yourself. If a lowbeam headlight bulb fails, take thevehicle to your dealer to have itreplaced.

Your vehicle has halogen high beamheadlight bulbs which is also usedfor the daytime running light.Handle it by its base and protect theglass from contact with your skin orhard objects. If you touch the glass,clean it with denatured alcohol and aclean cloth.

Your vehicle is equipped with anautomatic headlight adjustingsystem that adjusts the vertical aimof the low beam headlightsautomatically. Refer to page formore information.The high beam headlights wereproperly aimed when your vehiclewas new. If you regularly carryheavy items in the trunk or pull atrailer, readjustment may berequired. Adjustment of the highbeam headlights should beperformed by a dealer or othermechanic.

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Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,perspiration, or a scratch on the glasscan cause the bulb to overheat andshatter.

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Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.

Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Remove the left or right sideengine compartment cover fromthe side you are working on bycarefully pulling the cover out (seepage ).

If you are replacing the bulb onthe driver’s side, remove thebattery cover (see page ), thenremove the battery hold-down byremoving the two nuts with a 10mm wrench. Then carefully slidethe battery toward the engine toaccess the bulb.

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NUTS BULB

BATTERY HOLD-DOWN

Insert the new bulb into the holeand turn it one-quarter turn clock-wise to lock it in place.

Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.

(Driver’s side)

Reinstall the engine compartmentside cover.

Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Push the bulb in slightly, and turnit counterclockwise.

Reinstall the battery in the reverseorder of removal, and reinstall thecover on the battery.

Remove the left or right sideengine compartment cover fromthe side you are working on bycarefully pulling the cover out (seepage ).

If you are replacing a driver’s sidebulb, slide the battery toward theengine to get more clearance (seepage ).

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Replacing a Front Turn SignalBulb

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Install the new bulb into thesocket.

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

(Driver’s side)

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket.

Remove the left or right sideengine compartment cover (seepage ).

(Passenger’s side)Use a flat-tipped screwdriver toremove the holding clip from thewindshield washer reservoir.

If you are replacing a driver’s sidebulb, slide the battery toward theengine to get more clearance (seepage ).

Reinstall the battery and thebattery cover.


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BULB

HOLDING CLIP

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the two mounting boltsand remove the holding clip with aflat-tipped screwdriver.

Carefully push up the side undercover into the bumper.

Your vehicle uses halogen lightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its plastic case and protect theglass from contact with your skin orhard objects. If you touch the glass,clean it with denatured alcohol and aclean cloth.

Install the new bulb into thesocket.

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

(Driver’s side)Reinstall the battery and thebattery cover.

Reinstall the windshield washerreservoir.

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CLIPHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,perspiration, or a scratch on the glasscan cause the bulb to overheat andshatter.

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.

Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Insert the new bulb into the holeand turn it one-quarter turn clock-wise to lock it in place.

Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.

Turn on the fog lights to test thenew bulb.

Reinstall the two mounting boltson the side under cover andtighten them securely. Put theholding clip back on the sideunder cover and push on thecentre until it locks (the centre isflush with the head).

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BULB

Determine which of the two bulbsis burned out: turn signal or back-up light.

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Remove the burned out bulb bypulling it straight out of its socket.

Open the trunk lid, and removethe left or right maintenance lid.

Remove the mounting nut with an8 mm wrench.

Carefully pry in the top or bottomedge of the with a small flat-tippedscrewdriver, and pull the trimstraight back.

Remove the two mounting boltswith an 8 mm wrench.

Pull the taillight assembly straightback out of the body.

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MAINTENANCE LID

BOLTS

BULBS

TAIL LIGHT TRIM

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mild soap and warmwater or isopropyl alcohol.

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let the belts air-dry beforeyou use the vehicle.

Install the new bulb in the socketby pushing it straight in the socketuntil it bottoms.

Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly. Turn it clockwise tolock it in place.

Test the lights to make sure thenew bulb is working.

Tighten the mounting nut securely,and reinstall the maintenance lid.

When reinstalling the taillightassembly, align and pop the snapfasteners in place. Tighten the twomounting bolts and reinstall thetrim in place.

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LOOP

Make sure the rear floor mats areproperly hooked to the floor matanchors. Your vehicle is equippedwith front passenger’s seat weightsensors. If the rear passenger’s floormat is on the seat rail of the frontpassenger’s seat, the sensors willdetect the decreased weight on theseat and they may not work properly.

If you use a non-Acura floor mat,make sure it fits properly and that itcan be used with the floor matanchors. Do not put additional floormats on top of the anchored mats.

The floor mats that came with yourvehicle hook over floor mat anchors.This keeps the floor mats fromsliding forward/rearward andpossibly interfering with the pedalsor making the front passenger’sweight sensor’s ineffective.If you remove a floor mat, make sureto re-anchor it when you put it backin your vehicle.

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DRIVER’S SIDE FLOOR MAT FRONT PASSENGER’SSIDE FLOOR MAT

REAR PASSENGER’S FLOOR MAT

HOOK HOOK

HOOKFront

FrontFront

Push the edge of the cover on theblade assembly until the other sideof edge is pivoted out, and removethe cover.

Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm by removingthe two screws from the arm.

Adjust the windshield wiper armsto the winter position by holdingboth wiper arms as shown in theillustration at the same time (seepage ). Raise the wiper armsoff the windshield.

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every 6 months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard, or if they leave streaksand unwiped areas when used.

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COVER

SCREWSWIPER ARMS

HOLDING LOCATIONS

Do not open the hood when the wiperarms are raised, or you will damagethe hood and the wiper arms.

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper blade, and install them inthe slots along the edge of the newblade.

Slide the new wiper blade into theholder until the tabs lock.

Reinstall the blade assembly to thewiper arm and tighten the twoscrews securely. Reinstall thecover by pushing in.

Set the wiper arms back on thewindshield. Adjust the windshieldwipers to their previously parkedposition.

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To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.

Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely affect handling and fueleconomy, and are more likely tofail from being overheated.

Overinflated tires can make yourvehicle ride more harshly, aremore prone to damage from roadhazards, and wear unevenly.

The following pages give moredetailed information on how to takecare of your tires and what to dowhen they need to be replaced.

Check the pressure in the tires whenthey are cold. This means the vehiclehas been parked for at least threehours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6km).

Use a gauge to measure the airpressure at least once a month. Eventires that are in good condition maylose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month.Remember to check the spare tire atthe same time.

We recommend that you visuallycheck your tires every day. If youthink a tire might be low, check itimmediately with a tire gauge.

The tire pressure monitoring system(TPMS) will warn you when a tirepressure is low. See page forinformation on the TPMS. Add or release air, if needed, to

match the recommended cold tirepressures on page .

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Using tires that are excessivelyworn or improperly inflated cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regarding tireinflation and maintenance.

If you check the pressure when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4kgf/cm ) higher than the coldreading. This is normal; do notrelease air to match the coldpressure.

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.

You should look for:

Excessive tread wear.

Cuts, splits, or cracks in the sideof the tire. Replace the tire if youcan see fabric or cord.

Bumps or bulges in the tread orside of the tire. Replace the tire ifyou find either of these conditions.You should get your own tire

pressure gauge and use it wheneveryou check your tire pressures. Thiswill make it easier for you to tell if apressure loss is due to a tire problemand not due to a variation betweengauges.

While tubeless tires have someability to self-seal if they arepunctured, you should look closelyfor punctures if a tire starts losingpressure.

For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold tire pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

This chart shows the recommendedcold tire pressures for most normaland high speed driving conditions.

For additional technical informationabout your tires, see page .367

Tire Size/Ttpe

Compact Spare

Cold Tire Pressure

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T155/70D17

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P245/50R17 98V

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )

30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the wheel alignment.

Have your dealer check the tires ifyou feel a consistent vibration whiledriving. A tire should always berebalanced if it is removed from thewheel. When you have new tiresinstalled, make sure they arebalanced. This increases ridingcomfort and tire life. For best results,have the installer perform a dynamicbalance.

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires every 7,500 miles (12,000km). Move the tires to the positionsshown in the chart each time theyare rotated. If you purchasedirectional tires, rotate only front-to-back.

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see aband 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide acrossthe tread. This shows there is lessthan 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread lefton the tire.

A tire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see threeor more tread wear indicators.

If you rotate tires, check air pressureof all tires.

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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS

TREAD WEAR INDICATORS

Front Front

(For DirectionalTires and Wheels)

(For Non-directionalTires and Wheels)

Improper wheel weights can damageyour vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Useonly Acura wheel weights f or balancing.

It is best to replace all four tires atthe same time. If that is not possibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing just one tire can seriouslyaffect your vehicle’s handling.

Wheels:

Tires:

See page for DOT tire qualitygrading information, and page

for tire size explanation.

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall).

Mixing radial and bias-ply tires onyour vehicle can reduce brakingability, traction, and steeringaccuracy. Using tires of a differentsize or construction can cause theABS and vehicle stability assistsystem (VSA) to work inconsistently.

If you ever need to replace a wheel,make sure the wheel’s specificationsmatch those of the original wheelthat came on your vehicle.Replacement wheels are available atyour Acura dealer.

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17 x 8.0J AL (TPMS)

P245/50R17 98V

Installing improper tires on yourvehicle can affect handling andstability. This can cause a crashin which you can be seriouslyhurt or killed.

Always use the size and type oftires recommended in thisowner’s manual.

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.

For the best performance in snowyor icy conditions, you should installsnow tires or tire chains. They maybe required by local laws undercertain conditions.

Mount snow chains on your tireswhen required by driving conditionsor local laws. Install them only on thefront tires.

If you mount snow tires on yourvehicle, make sure they are radialtires of the same size and load rangeas original tires. Mount snow tires onall four wheels. The tractionprovided by snow tires on dry roadsmay be lower than your original tires.Check with the tire dealer formaximum speed recommendations.

Because your vehicle has limited tireclearance, Acura stronglyrecommends using the chains listedbelow, made by Security ChainCompany (SCC).

Cable-type: SCC Radial ChainCH2612T

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When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or suspension. Driveslowly with them installed. If youhear them coming into contact withthe body or chassis, stop andinvestigate. Remove them as soon asyou begin driving on cleared roads.

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Using the wrong chains, or notproperly installing chains, candamage the brake lines andcause a crash in which you canbe seriously injured or killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regarding theselection and use of tire chains.

Traction devices that are the wrongsize or improperly installed candamage your vehicle’s brake lines,suspension, body, and wheels. Stopdriving if they are hitting any part ofthe vehicle.

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Check the condition of the batterymonthly by looking at the testindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.

Battery posts,terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds.

Check the terminals for corrosion (awhite or yellowish powder). Toremove it, cover the terminals with asolution of baking soda and water. Itwill bubble up and turn brown. Whenthis stops, wash it off with plainwater. Dry off the battery with acloth or paper towel. Coat theterminals with grease to help preventfuture corrosion.

If additional battery maintenance isneeded, see your dealer or aqualified technician.

If you need to connect the battery toa charger, disconnect both cables toprevent damaging your vehicle’selectrical system. Always disconnectthe negative ( ) cable first, andreconnect it last.

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WARNING:

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TEST INDICATOR WINDOW

The battery gives off explosivehydrogen gas during normaloperation.

A spark or flame can cause thebattery to explode with enoughforce to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and aface shield, or have a skilledmechanic do the batterymaintenance.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, all storeddriving positions will be lost. Tostore the driving positions again, seethe storing procedure on page .

The navigation system will alsodisable itself. The next time you turnon the ignition switch, the systemwill require you to enter a PINbefore it can be used. Refer to thenavigation system manual.

If you vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, the audiosystem will disable itself. The nexttime you turn on the radio you willsee ‘‘ ’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the Preset buttons toenter the five-digit code (see page

). You will then have enter yourstation presets.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, the

power tilt and telescopic steeringwheel system will be disabled. Thesystem needs to be reset afterreconnecting the battery (see page

).

Push the tabs and remove thecover by pulling it up carefully.

To reinstall the cover, put the tabsof the cover back to the originalposition properly.

Turn the knob of the battery coverto UNLOCK as shown in theillustration.

Turn the knob of the cover toLOCK position as showing in theillustration.

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LOCKUNLOCK

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper preparation helps preventdeterioration and makes it easier toget your vehicle back on the road. Ifpossible, store your vehicle indoors.

Fill the fuel tank.

Change the engine oil and filter.

Block the rear wheels.

If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on jackstands so thetires are off the ground.

Leave one window open slightly (ifthe vehicle is being storedindoors).

Disconnect the battery.

Support the front wiper bladearms with a folded towel or rag sothey do not touch the windshield.

To minimize sticking, apply asilicone spray lubricant to all doorand trunk seals. Also, apply avehicle body wax to the paintedsurfaces that mate with the doorand trunk seals.

Cover the vehicle with a‘‘breathable’’ cover, one madefrom a porous material such ascotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,which can damage the paint.

If possible, periodically run theengine until it reaches fulloperating temperature (thecooling fans cycle on and offtwice). Preferably, do this once amonth.

Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.

Clean the interior. Make sure thecarpeting, floor mats, etc., arecompletely dry.

Leave the parking brake off. Putthe transmission in Park.

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the problem and whatto do to correct it. If the problem hasstranded you on the side of the road,you may be able to get going again.If not, you will also find instructionson getting your vehicle towed.

......................Compact Spare Tire . 336....................Changing a Flat Tire . 337

.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 341................................Jump Starting . 343

..............If the Engine Overheats . 345.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 348..........Charging System Indicator . 348

.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 349...............Brake System Indicator . 350

Opening the Fuel Fill Door....................................Manually . 351

..............................................Fuses . 352..............................Fuse Locations . 357

......................Emergency Towing . 360..........If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 361

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Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can.

Check the inflation pressure of thecompact spare tire every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:

Follow these precautions:

Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

This tire gives a harsher ride andless traction on some road sur-faces. Use greater caution whiledriving.

Do not mount snow chains on thecompact spare tire.

Do not use your compact sparetire on another vehicle unless it isthe same make and model.

Turn off the VSA system (seepage ). Driving with thecompact spare tire may activatethe VSA system.

Replace the tire when you can seethe tread wear indicator bars. Thereplacement should be the same sizeand design tire, mounted on thesame wheel. The spare tire is notdesigned to be mounted on a regularwheel, and the spare wheel is notdesigned for mounting a regular tire.

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TREAD WEAR INDICATORS60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to stopthat is far away from the traffic lanes.

Park the vehicle on firm, level, andnon-slippery ground. Put thetransmission in Park. Apply theparking brake. Take the tool case out of the spare

tire.Turn on the hazard warning lights,and turn the ignition switch toLOCK (0). Have all passengers getout of the vehicle while youchange the tire.

Open the trunk, and fold the trunkfloor forward.

Unscrew the wing bolt, andremove the spacer cone. Thentake the spare tire out of its well.

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The vehicle can easily roll offthe jack, seriously injuringanyone underneath.

Follow the directions forchanging a tire exactly, andnever get under the vehiclewhen it is supported only by thejack.

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Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.

Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat tire. Temporarilyplace the flat tire on the groundwith the outside surface of thewheel facing up. You could scratchthe wheel if you put it face down.

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.

Place the jack under the jackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange. It is pointed to by amark molded into the underside ofthe body. Turn the end bracketclockwise until the top of the jackcontacts the jacking point. Makesure the jacking point tab isresting in the jack notch.

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Before mounting the spare tire,wipe any dirt off the mountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully; it may be hot fromdriving.

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is firmly againstthe hub. Do not try to tightenthem fully.

Lower the vehicle to the ground,and remove the jack.

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Store the jack and tools in the toolcase. Place the tool case in the flattire.

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the wheel nuts to:

Place the flat tire face down in thespare tire well.

Wrap the spacer cone and sparetire wing bolt with cloth or paper,and store them in the spare tirewell.

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94 lbf·ft (127 N·m , 13 kgf·m)

Loose items can fly around theinterior in a crash and couldseriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and toolssecurely before driving.

You hear nothing, or almostnothing. The engine’s startermotor does not operate at all, oroperates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motoroperating normally, or the startermotor sounds like it is spinningfaster than normal, but the enginedoes not start up and run.

When you turn the ignition switch toSTART (III), you do not hear thenormal noise of the engine trying tostart. You may hear a clicking soundor series of clicks, or nothing at all.

Turn the ignition switch to START(III). If the headlights do not dim,check the condition of the fuses. Ifthe fuses are OK, there isprobably something wrong withthe electrical circuit for theignition switch or starter motor.You will need a qualifiedtechnician to determine theproblem (seeon page ).

If the headlights dim noticeably orgo out when you try to start theengine, either the battery isdischarged or the connections arecorroded. Check the condition ofthe battery and terminalconnections (see page ). Youcan then try jump starting thevehicle from a booster battery(see page ).

Check these things:

Make sure the remote is with you,inside the vehicle.

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to START (III):

Check the transmission interlock.The transmission must be in Parkor neutral or the starter will notoperate.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).Turn on the headlights, and checktheir brightness. If the headlightsare very dim or do not come on atall, the battery is discharged. See

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In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to START (III), butthe engine does not run.

Are you using the proper startingprocedure? Refer to

on page .

There may be an electricalproblem, such as no power to thefuel pump. Check all the fuses(see page ).

If you find nothing wrong, you willneed a qualified technician to findthe problem. See

on page .

Are you using a properly codedbuilt-in key or remote? Animproperly coded built-in key orremote will cause the immobilizersystem indicator in the instrumentpanel to blink rapidly (see page

).

Do you have fuel? Check the fuelgauge; the low fuel indicator maynot be working.

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Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.

Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very cold weather, check thecondition of the electrolyte. If itseems slushy or frozen, do not tryjump starting until it thaws.

Turn off all the electrical acces-sories: heater, A/C, climatecontrol, stereo system, lights, etc.

You cannot start your vehicle bypushing or pulling it.

Remove the battery cover (seepage ), then remove thesecondary under-hood fuse boxcover from the positive ( )terminal on the battery.

Put the transmission in Park, andset the parking brake.

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A battery can explode if you donot follow the correct procedure,seriously injuring anyonenearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames,and smoking materials awayfrom the battery.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, theelectrolyte inside can f reeze.Attempting to jump start with a f rozenbattery can cause it to rupture.

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Start your vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.

Once your vehicle is running,disconnect the negative cable fromyour vehicle, then from thebooster battery. Disconnect thepositive cable from your vehicle,then from the booster battery.

Reinstall the secondary under-hood fuse box cover over thepositive ( ) terminal of thebattery, then reinstall the batterycover.

Keep the ends of the jumpercables away from each other andany metal on the vehicle untileverything is disconnected.Otherwise, you may cause anelectrical short.

If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal onthe booster battery. Connect theother end to the grounding pointas shown. Do not connect thisjumper cable to any other part ofthe engine.

The numbers in the illustration showyou the order to connect the jumpercables.

Connect one jumper cable to thepositive ( ) terminal on yourvehicle’s battery. Connect theother end to the positive ( )terminal on the booster battery.

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The pointer of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, driving up a steephill, etc.).

If your vehicle overheats, you shouldtake immediate action. The onlyindication may be the temperaturegauge climbing to or above the redmark. Or you may see steam orspray coming from under the hood.

If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running, andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should start to cooldown almost immediately. If itdoes, wait until the temperaturegauge comes down to the midpoint,then continue driving.

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repaired before youcontinue driving (see

on page ).

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood,turn off the engine. Wait untilyou see no more signs of steamor spray, then open the hood.

Safely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in Park, andset the parking brake. Turn off allaccessories, and turn on thehazard warning indicators.

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Steam and spray from anoverheated engine canseriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steamis coming out.

Driving with the temperature gaugepointer at the red mark can causeserious damage to the engine.

If you do not find an obvious leak,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Add coolantif the level is below the MIN mark.

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may need to addcoolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the pointerreaches the middle of the tempera-ture gauge, or lower, before check-ing the radiator.

Using gloves or a large heavycloth, turn the radiator capcounterclockwise, without pushingdown, to the first stop. After thepressure releases, push down onthe cap, and turn it until it comesoff.

Put the radiator cap back ontightly. Run the engine, and watchthe temperature gauge. If it goesback to the red mark, the engineneeds repair (see

on page ).

If the temperature stays normal,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. If it hasgone down, add coolant to theMAX mark. Put the cap back ontightly.

Start the engine, and set theinterior temperature to maximum(climate control to FULL AUTO at‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to theradiator up to the base of the fillerneck. If you do not have theproper coolant mixture available,you can add plain water.Remember to have the coolingsystem drained and refilled withthe proper mixture as soon as youcan.

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Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

You can still drive your vehicle evenif this message appears on the multi-information display, however youshould check the temperature gaugewhile driving.

If there is a problem with theradiator system, you will see a‘‘CHECK RADIATOR SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay (see page ).

If you notice the temperature gaugeclimbing to or above the red mark,Safely pull to the side of the road.Follow the instructions on pages

and .

If you see this message, the enginehas probably overheated. You shouldtake your vehicle to a dealer, andhave it repaired as soon as possible.

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Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and other drivingmaneuvers.

If necessary, add oil to bring thelevel back to the full mark on thedipstick (see page ).

Start the engine, and watch the oilpressure indicator. If it does not goout within 10 seconds, turn off theengine. There is a mechanicalproblem that needs to be repairedbefore you can continue driving(see on page

).

This indicator should nevercome on when the engine is

running. If it starts flashing or stayson, or if you see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINEOIL LEVEL’’ message on the multi-information display, the oil pressurehas dropped very low or lostpressure. Serious engine damage ispossible, and you should takeimmediate action.

If the charging systemindicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, or if yousee a ‘‘CHECK CHARGINGSYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display, the battery isnot being charged.

Immediately turn off all electricalaccessories. Try not to use otherelectrically operated controls such asthe power windows. Keep the enginerunning; starting the engine willdischarge the battery rapidly.

Go to a dealer or a service stationwhere you can get technicalassistance.

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Running the engine with low oilpressure can cause serious mechanicaldamage almost immediately. Turn of fthe engine as soon as you can saf ely getthe vehicle stopped.

To check if they are set, turn theignition to ON (II), without startingthe engine. The malfunctionindicator lamp will come on for 20seconds. If it then goes off, thereadiness codes are set. If it blinks 5times, the readiness codes are notset. If possible, do not take yourvehicle for a state emissions testuntil the readiness codes are set.Refer tofor more information (see page ).

If your vehicle battery has beendisconnected or gone dead, thesecodes are erased. If takes at leastthree days of normal driving to setthe codes again.

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that are part of the on-boarddiagnostics for the emissionssystems. In some states, part of theemissions testing is to make surethese codes are set. If they are notset, the test cannot be completed.

If you have recently refueled yourvehicle, the indicator coming oncould be due to a loose or missingfuel fill cap. You will also see a‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message onthe multi-information display.Tighten the cap until it clicks at leastonce (see page ). Tightening thecap will not turn the indicator offimmediately; it takes at least threedays of normal driving.

If this indicator comes onwhile driving, or if you seea ‘‘CHECK EMISSION

SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display, it means one ofthe engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference inyour vehicle’s performance, it canreduce your fuel economy and causeincreased emissions. Continuedoperation may cause serious damage.

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may go off as youcontinue driving, have the vehiclechecked by your dealer as soon aspossible.

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If you keep driving with themalf unction indicator lamp on, you candamage your vehicle’s emissionscontrols and engine. Those repairs maynot be covered by your vehicle’swarranties.

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still give you braking attwo wheels. You will feel the brakepedal go down much farther beforethe vehicle begins to slow down, andyou will have to press harder on thepedal.

Slow down by shifting to a lowergear, and pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe. Because of the longdistance needed to stop, it ishazardous to drive the vehicle. Youshould have it towed and repaired assoon as possible (see

on page ).

If the fluid level is low, take yourvehicle to a dealer, and have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKESYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display.

If the brake system indicator comeson while driving, the brake fluid levelis probably low. You will see a‘‘BRAKE FLUID LOW’’ message onthe multi-information display. Presslightly on the brake pedal to see if itfeels normal. If it does, check thebrake fluid level the next time youstop at a service station (see page

).

The brake systemindicator normallycomes on when

you turn the ignition switch to ON(II) and as a reminder to check theparking brake. If you do not releasethe parking brake, the indicator willstay on, and you will see a‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE’’message on the multi-informationdisplay.

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If you must drive the vehicle a shortdistance in this condition, driveslowly and carefully.

If the ABS indicator and the VSAsystem indicator come on with thebrake system indicator, have yourvehicle inspected by your dealerimmediately.

To open the fuel fill door, pull therelease lever rearward.

If the fuel fill door release buttondoes not work, use the release leverinside the left maintenance lid in thetrunk.

Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually

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To open the secondary fuse box lid,push the tab in the direction shownin the illustration.

The fuses are located in five fuseboxes. The interior fuse boxes arelocated under the dashboard on thedriver’s and passenger’s side.

To remove the fuse box lid, put yourfinger in the notch on the lid, pull ittoward you, and take it out of itshinges.

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FUSE BOXNOTCHNOTCH TAB

INTERIOR FUSE BOXPassenger’s side

SECONDARY INTERIOR FUSE BOXDriver’s side

INTERIOR FUSE BOXDriver’s side

The primary under-hood fuse box isin the engine compartment on thedriver’s side. To open it, push thetabs as shown.

The secondary under-hood fuse boxis on the battery. To open it, pushthe tabs as shown.

To check the fuse box, remove thebattery cover first (see page ).332

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PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

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TAB

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK(0). Make sure the headlights andall other accessories are off.

Remove the cover from the fusebox.

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, the first thingyou should check for is a blown fuse.Determine from the chart on pages

, , and , or the diagramon the fuse box lid, which fuse orfuses control that device. Checkthose fuses first, but check all thefuses before deciding that a blownfuse is the cause. Replace any blownfuses, and check if the device works.

Check each of the large fuses inthe under-hood fuse box bylooking through the top at the wireinside. Removing these fusesrequires a Phillips-headscrewdriver.

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse box and all thefuses in the interior fuse boxes bypulling out each fuse with the fusepuller. The fuse puller is inside theprimary under-hood fuse box.

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BLOWN

FUSEPULLER

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of the other circuits withthe fuse puller provided in the under-hood fuse box. Make sure you cando without that circuit temporarily(such as the accessory power socketor radio).If you replace the blown fuse with aspare fuse that has a lower rating, itmight blow out again. This does notindicate anything wrong. Replace thefuse with one of the correct rating assoon as you can.

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem with yourvehicle. Leave the blown fuse inthat circuit, and have your vehiclechecked by a qualified mechanic.

Look for a blown wire inside thefuse. If it is blown, replace it withone of the spare fuses of the samerating or lower.

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BLOWN

Replacing a f use with one that has ahigher rating greatly increases thechances of damaging the electricalsystem. If you do not have areplacement f use with the proper ratingf or the circuit, install one with a lowerrating.

If the fuse for the driving positionmemory system is removed, allstored driving positions will be lost.To store the driving positions again,see page .

If the navigation system fuse isremoved, the navigation system willdisable itself. The next time you turnon the ignition switch, the systemwill require you to enter a PINbefore it can be used. Refer to theNavigation System Owner’s Manual.

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenext time you turn on the radio youwill see ‘‘ ’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the preset buttons toenter the five-digit code (see page

).

If the fuse for the power tilttelescopic steering is removed, thesystem will be disabled. The systemneeds to be reset after reinstallingthe fuse (see page ).

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15 A

10 A

15 A

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30 A

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40 A

15 A

30 A

40 A

40 A

40 A

70 A

120 A

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50 A

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Radiator fan

Left headlight low beam

Rear defroster coil

Left headlight high beam

Small light

Right headlight high beam

Right headlight low beam

Back-up

FI ECU

Wiper

Headlight washer

Fog lights

MG clutch

Horn, Stop

Rear defroster

Back-up, ACC

Hazard

VSA motor

VSA

Drive by wire, Laf heater

Not used (OP)

Heater motor

Passenger’s fuse box

Battery

IG main

Power window

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No. Amps. Circuits Protected

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6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

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15

16

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15 A

10 A

15 A

7.5 A

7.5 A

10 A

20 A

20 A

7.5 A

7.5 A

7.5 A

20 A

20 A

10 A

20 A

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18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

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15 A

20 A

15 A

7.5 A

10 A

7.5 A

20 A

20 A

20 A

30 A

20 A

7.5 A

7.5 A

7.5 A

10 A

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Starter signal

Drive by Wire

Ignition coil

Daytime running light

Laf heater

Radio

Interior light

Back-up

Door lock

Accessory socket

Occupant position detection

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Wiper

Driver’s power seat sliding

Power lumbar support

Driver’s power seat reclining

ACG

Fuel Pump

IGN SOL

Meter

SRS

IGP (PGM-FI ECU)

Left rear power window

ETS (telescopic)

ETS (tilt)

Driver’s power window

Moonroof

AFS

A/C

SH-AWD

ACC

Option

Tire pressure monitoring system

Passenger’s power seat reclining

Passenger’s power seat sliding

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SECONDARY INTERIOR FUSE BOXDriver’s side

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30 A

7.5 A

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4

5

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30 A

30 A

30 A

20 A

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Premium amplifier

Passenger’s power window

Driver’s automatic seat belt

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Right rear power window

Heated seats

Interior lights

Passenger’s automatic seat

belt tensioner

Air conditioner

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If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydangerous.

The operator will loadyour vehicle on the back of a truck.Any other method of towing willdamage the drive system. When youcontact the towing agency, informthem a flat-bed is required.

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Towing with only two tires on theground will damage parts of theall-wheel-drive system. Your vehicleshould be transported on a f lat-bedtruck or trailer.

If your vehicle gets stuck in sand,mud, or snow, call a towing serviceto pull it out (see page ).

The cover is attached to the bumperwith a tether.

For very short distances, such asfreeing the vehicle, you can use thedetachable towing hook that mountson the anchor in the front bumper.

Remove the cover from the frontbumper by pushing the rightcorner edge of the cover with afinger until the cover comes out asshown in the illustration.

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Screw the towing hook into thehole, and tighten it with the wheelnut wrench.

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................Identification Numbers . 364................................Specifications . 366

DOT Tire Quality Grading......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 368

.................................Treadwear . 368......................................Traction . 368

.............................Temperature . 369.................................Tire Labeling . 370

.......................Emissions Controls . 371.....................The Clean Air Act . 371

Crankcase Emissions Control....................................System . 371

Evaporative Emissions Control....................................System . 371

Onboard Refueling Vapor................................Recovery . 371

...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 372....................PGM-FI System . 372

Ignition Timing Control................................System . 372

Exhaust Gas Recirculation...................(EGR) System . 372

Three Way Catalytic...........................Converter . 372

....................Replacement Parts . 372..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 373

..............State Emissions Testing . 374

The diagrams in this section giveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the location ofidentification numbers. It alsoincludes information you shouldknow about your vehicle’s tires andemissions control systems.

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Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.

The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to register your vehiclefor warranty purposes. It is alsonecessary for licensing and insuringyour vehicle. The easiest place tofind the VIN is on a plate fastened tothe top of the dashboard. You cansee it by looking through thewindshield on the driver’s side. It isalso on the certification labelattached to the driver’s doorjamb,and is stamped on the enginecompartment bulkhead. The VIN isalso provided in bar code on thecertification label.

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CERTIFICATION LABEL

U.S. vehicle is shown.

The engine number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the frontleft, below the valve cover.

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.

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Dimensions

Weights

Air Conditioning

Capacities

4.2 US qt (4.0 )

193.6 in (4,917 mm)

72.7 in (1,847 mm)

57.1 in (1,451 mm)

110.2 in (2,800 mm)

62.0 in (1,576 mm)

62.4 in (1,585 mm)

HFC-134a (R-134a)

15.8 17.60 oz (450 500 g)

ND-OIL8

1.59 US gal (6.0 )

2.27 US gal (8.6 )

4.5 US qt (4.3 )

5.3 US qt (5.0 )

2.9 US qt (2.7 )

7.9 US qt (7.5 )

Length

Width

Height

Wheelbase

Track

Gross vehicle weight rating

Refrigerant type

Charge quantity

Lubricant type

See the certification label attached

to the driver’s doorjamb.

0.79 US qt (0.75 )

0.77 US qt (0.73 )

Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the

engine.

Reserve tank capacity:

6.9 US qt (6.5 )

2.6 US qt (2.5 )

0.45 US qt (0.43 )

0.48 US qt (0.45 )

3.3 US qt (3.1 )

Fuel tank

Engine

coolant

Engine oil

Automatic

transmission

fluid

Rear differential fluid

SH-AWD

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Transfer

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Windshield

washer

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Rear

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Total

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Total

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Total

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Canadian

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0.16 US gal (0.58 )

2.8 US qt (2.7 )

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Battery

Fuses

Engine

Tires

Lights

Alignment

12 V

12 V

60 W

24/2.2 CP

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

12 V

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

3 CP

21 W

21 W

55 W

5 W

8 W

8 W

5 W

2 CP

5 W

Capacity

Interior

Under-hood

12 V

12 V

55 AH/5 HR

72 AH/20 HR

Type

Bore x Stroke

Displacement

Compression ratio

Spark plugs

Spark plug gap

3.54 x 3.58 in (89 x 93 mm)

212 cu-in (3,471 cm )

11.0 : 1

IZFR6K11

SKJ20DR-M11

0.04 in (1.1 mm)

Size

Pressure

0.00 in (0.0 mm)

0.08 in (2.0 mm)

0°8’

1°15’

2°10’

P245/50R17 98V

T155/70D17 110M

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )

30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )

SOHC VTEC V-6 gasoline engine

See page 359 and 360 or the fuse

label attached to the inside of

each fuse box cover.

See page 358 or the fuse box

cover.

Headlights (High Beam)

Front turn signal

Front side marker

Rear turn signal lights

Back-up light

Fog lights

License plate lights

Ceiling lights

Vanity mirror lights

Door courtesy lights

Trunk light

Low beam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge

tube (D2S).

Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

Front

Front

Rear

NGK:

DENSO:

Front/Rear

Spare

Front

Rear

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－The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance according toDepartment of Transportation(DOT) standards. The followingexplains these gradings.

All passenger car tires must conformto Federal Safety Requirements inaddition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:

The treadwear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governmenttest course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded100. The relative performance oftires depends upon the actual condi-tions of their use, however, and maydepart significantly from the normdue to variations in driving habits,service practices, and differences inroad characteristics and climate.

The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Thosegrades represent the tire’s ability tostop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions onspecified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor tractionperformance.

Warning: The traction gradeassigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests,and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peaktraction characteristics.

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Treadwear 200Traction AATemperature A

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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－The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. Sustained hightemperature can cause the materialof the tire to degenerate and reducetire life, and excessive temperaturecan lead to sudden tire failure. GradeC corresponds to a level ofperformance that all passenger cartires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades B and A representhigher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than theminimum required by law.

Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading,either separately or in combination,can cause heat buildup and possibletire failure.

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Vehicle type (P indicatespassenger vehicle).

Tire width in millimeters.

Aspect ratio (the tire’s sectionheight as a percentage of itswidth).

Tire construction code (Rindicates radial).

Rim diameter in inches.

Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).

Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum speed rating).

The tire identification number (TIN)is a group of numbers and lettersthat look like the following exampleTIN.

This indicates that the tiremeets all requirements ofthe U.S. Department ofTransportation.

Manufacturer’sidentification mark.

Tire type code.

Date of manufacture.The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow. The maximum air

pressure the tire canhold.

The maximum load thetire can carry atmaximum air pressure.

Max Press

Max Load

P

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B97R

FW6X

2202

245

50

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Tire Labeling

Tire Size

Tire Identif ication Number

Maximum Tire Pressure

Maximum Tire Load

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DOT B97R FW6X 2202

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＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC).Gasoline evaporating from the tankalso produces hydrocarbons. Con-trolling the production of NOx, CO,and HC is important to the environ-ment. Under certain conditions ofsunlight and climate, NOx and HCreact to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’Carbon monoxide does not contri-bute to smog creation, but it is apoisonous gas.

In Canada, Acura vehicles complywith the Canadian emissionrequirements, as specified in anagreement with EnvironmentCanada, at the time they aremanufactured.

Your vehicle has a positivecrankcase ventilation system. Thiskeeps gasses that build up in theengine’s crankcase from going intothe atmosphere. The positive

crankcase ventilation valve routesthem from the crankcase back to theintake manifold. They are thendrawn into the engine and burned.

As gasoline evaporates in the fueltank, an evaporative emissionscontrol canister filled with charcoaladsorbs the vapor. It is stored in thiscanister while the engine is off. Afterthe engine is started and warmed up,the vapor is drawn into the engineand burned during driving.

The onboard refueling vaporrecovery (ORVR) system capturesthe fuel vapors during refueling. Thevapors are adsorbed in a canisterfilled with activated carbon. Whiledriving, the fuel vapors are drawninto the engine and burned off.

The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emissions controlswork and what to do to maintainthem. This section summarizes howthe emissions controls work.Scheduled maintenance is on pages

and .300299

Emissions Controls

The Clean Air Act

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The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These four systems worktogether to control the engine’scombustion and minimize theamount of HC, CO, and NOx thatcomes out the tailpipe. The exhaustemissions control systems areseparate from the crankcase andevaporative emissions controlsystems.

The PGM-FI system uses sequentialmultiport fuel injection.It has three subsystems: air intake,engine control, and fuel control. Thepowertrain control module (PCM)uses various sensors to determinehow much air is going into theengine. It then controls how muchfuel to inject under all operatingconditions.

This system constantly adjusts theignition timing, reducing the amountof HC, CO, and NOx produced.

The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)system takes some of the exhaustgas and routes it back into the intakemanifold. Adding exhaust gas to theair/fuel mixture reduces the amountof NOx produced when the fuel isburned.

The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to worktogether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make sure the emissionsremain low, you should use only newAcura replacement parts or theirequivalent for repairs. Using lowerquality parts may increase theemissions from your vehicle.

The emissions control systems arecovered by warranties separate fromthe rest of your vehicle. Read yourwarranty manual for more informa-tion.The three way catalytic converters

are in the exhaust system. Throughchemical reactions, they convert HC,CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaustto carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen(N ), and water vapor.

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PGM-FI System

Ignition Timing Control System

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)System

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The three way catalytic converterscontain precious metals that serve ascatalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without affecting the metals.The catalytic converters are referredto as three-way catalysts, since theyact on HC, CO, and NOx.Replacement units must be originalAcura parts or their equivalent.

The three way catalytic convertersmust operate at a high temperaturefor the chemical reactions to takeplace. They can set on fire anycombustible materials that comenear them. Park your vehicle awayfrom high grass, dry leaves, or otherflammables.

A defective three way catalyticconverter contributes to air pollution,and can impair your engine’s per-formance. Follow these guidelines toprotect your vehicle’s three waycatalytic converters.

Always use unleaded gasoline.Even a small amount of leadedgasoline can contaminate thecatalyst metals, making the threeway catalytic convertersineffective.

Have your vehicle diagnosed andrepaired if it is misfiring, back-firing, stalling, or otherwise notrunning properly.

Keep the engine tuned-up.

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THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that must be set in the on-board diagnostics for the emissionssystems. These codes are erasedwhen the battery is disconnected,and set again only after several daysof driving under a variety ofconditions.

If the testing facility determines thatthe readiness codes are not set, youwill be requested to return at a laterdate to complete the test. If you mustget the vehicle retested within thenext two or three days, you cancondition the vehicle for retesting bydoing the following.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely full (around3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 8hours or more.

Make sure the ambienttemperature is between 20° and95°F.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 seconds.

Keep the vehicle in Park. Increasethe engine speed to 2,000 rpm, andhold it there until the temperaturegauge rises to at least 1/4 of thescale (about 3 minutes).

State Emissions Testing

Testing of Readiness Codes

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Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theaccelerator pedal or the brakepedal.

If the testing facility determines thereadiness codes are still not set, seeyour dealer.

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20minutes. Drive on the highway inD. Do not use cruise control.When traffic allows, drive for 90seconds without moving theaccelerator pedal. (Vehicle speedmay vary slightly; this is okay.) Ifyou cannot do this for acontinuous 90 seconds because oftraffic conditions, drive for at least30 seconds, then repeat it twomore times (for a total of 90seconds).

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Customer Service................................Information . 378

....................Warranty Coverages . 379Reporting Safety Defects

..........................(U.S. Vehicles) . 380

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If you are dissatisfied with thedecision made by the dealership’smanagement, contact the AcuraClient Services Office.

U.S. Owners:

Canadian Owners:

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. VirginIslands:

When you call or write, please giveus this information:

Acura dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership does not solve to yoursatisfaction, please discuss it withthe dealership’s management. Theservice manager or general managercan help. Almost all problems aresolved in this way.

Vehicle identification number(see page )Name and address of the dealerwho services your vehicleDate of purchaseMileage on your vehicleYour name, address, and tele-phone numberA detailed description of theproblemName of the dealer who sold thevehicle to you

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Customer Service Information

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CUSTOMER RELATIONSRELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLEHonda Canada Inc.

715 Milner Avenue

Toronto, ON

M1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9

Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909

Toronto (416) 287-4776

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Acura Client Services

Mail Stop 500-2N-7E

1919 Torrance Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 382-2238

Vortex Motor Corp.

Bella International

P.O. Box 190816

San Juan, PR 00919-0816

Tel: (787) 620-7028

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covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.

these twowarranties cover your vehicle’semissions control systems. Time,mileage, and coverage areconditional. Please read yourwarranty booklet for exactinformation.

this warranty gives upto 100 percent credit toward areplacement battery.

a seatbelt that fails to function properly iscovered for the useful life of thevehicle.

all exterior body panels arecovered for rust-through from theinside for the specified time periodwith no mileage limit.

Acura accessories are covered underthis warranty. Time and mileagelimits depend on the type ofaccessory and other factors. Pleaseread your warranty manual fordetails.

covers all Acurareplacement parts against defects inmaterials and workmanship.

providescoverage for as long as the pur-chaser of the muffler owns thevehicle.

Restrictions and exclusions apply toall these warranties. Please read the2005 Acura Warranty Informationbooklet that came with your vehiclefor precise information on warrantycoverages. Your vehicle’s originaltires are covered by theirmanufacturer. Tire warrantyinformation is in a separate booklet.

Please refer to the 2005 WarrantyManual that came with your vehicle.

Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:

provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.

Warranty Coverages

U.S. Owners

Canadian Owners

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Emissions Control Systems DefectsWarranty and EmissionsPerformance Warranty

Original Equipment Battery LimitedWarranty

Seat Belt Limited Warranty

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

Accessory Limited Warranty

Replacement Parts LimitedWarranty

Replacement Muffler LifetimeLimited Warranty

Replacement Battery LimitedWarranty

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If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA), in additionto notifying American Honda MotorCo., Inc.

If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group ofvehicles, it may order a recall andremedy campaign. However, NHTSAcannot become involved in individualproblems between you, your dealer,or Acura Automobile Division,American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may eithercall the Auto Safety Hotline toll-freeat 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inWashington D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA, U.S. Department ofTransportation, Washington,D.C. 20590. You can also obtainother information about motorvehicle safety from the Hotline.

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....................................Accessories . 255ACCESSORY (Ignition Switch

.....................................Position) . 115............Accessory Power Sockets . 156

.....................................Acura Link . 208Adaptive Front Lighting System

..........................................(AFS) . 107....................Additives, Engine Oil . 305

.............................Airbag (SRS) . 11, 25............................Air Conditioning . 162

.........................................Usage . 163.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 326.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 248

......................................Antifreeze . 308Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

...............................Indicator . 62, 275...................................Operation . 275

..............Anti-theft, Audio System . 199Anti-theft Steering Column

............................................Lock . 115.........................................Ashtrays . 157

................................Audio System . 171Auto Control Mode, Starting

........................................Engine . 263

.......................Automatic Lighting . 105...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22

.............Automatic Speed Control . 201..............Automatic Transmission . 265

..........................Capacity, Fluid . 366...............Checking Fluid Level . 310

.......................................Shifting . 265Shift Lever Position

...............................Indicators . 265................Shift Lever Positions . 265

....................Shift Lock Release . 270

BatteryCharging System

...........................Indicator . 60, 348............................Jump Starting . 343

..............................Maintenance . 331..........................................Cover . 322

............................Specifications . 367..............................Before Driving . 247

..................................Belts, Seat . 10, 21.........................Beverage Holders . 154

..................................Booster Seats . 51

BrakesAnti-lock Brake

........................System (ABS) . 275.............Break-in, New Linings . 248

...........................................Fluid . 311.......................................Parking . 151

.................System Indicator . 61, 350........................Wear Indicators . 274

.............................Braking System . 274.................Break-in, New Vehicle . 248

Brightness Control,...............................Instruments . 109

......................Brights, Headlights . 104Bulb Replacement

..........................Back-up Lights . 320.......................Front Fog Lights . 318

...............Front Position Lights . 317........Front Side Marker Lights . 317

.................................Headlights . 314............................Specifications . 367

............Turn Signal Lights . 316, 320.....................................Built-in-key . 128

..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 314

Index

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............................Capacities Chart . 366.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54

....................Cargo, How to Carry . 257..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii

.........................................CD Care . 196.......................CD Error Message . 197

...................................CD Changer . 187................................Ceiling Lights . 160

........................Certification Label . 364.................................Chains, Tires . 329

....................Changing a Flat Tire . 337Changing Oil

........................................How to . 306......................................When to . 291

...Charging System Indicator . 60, 348............Checklist, Before Driving . 262

.....................................Child Safety . 36..............................Booster Seats . 51

...................................Child Seats . 43Important Safety

...............................Reminders . 36..........................................Infants . 41

..........................Larger Children . 50.........................................LATCH . 45

......................Risks with Airbags . 37.............................Small Children . 42

.........................................Tethers . 49.........Where Should a Child Sit? . 37

.......................................Child Seats . 42.........................................LATCH . 45

..........Tether Anchorage Points . 49................Childproof Door Locks . 118

Cleaning...................................Seat Belts . 321

...............Climate Control System . 162........................CO in the Exhaust . 371

............Cold Weather, Starting in . 263......................Compact Spare Tire . 336

.................Console Compartment . 155

.................Consumer Information . 378.............Controls, Instruments and . 57

Coolant........................................Adding . 308

....................................Checking . 253.........................Proper Solution . 308

...................Temperature Gauge . 68Crankcase Emissions Control

........................................System . 371................Cruise Control Indicator . 64............Cruise Control Operation . 201

...................................Cup Holders . 154.............Customer Service Office . 378

.........................Customize Settings . 78..................Door/Window Setup . 94

.........KEYLESS ACCESS Setup . 88.............................Lighting Setup . 91

.................................Meter Setup . 82..............................Position Setup . 85

........................Setting to Default . 80.................................Wiper Setup . 99

................DANGER, Explanation of . ii...................................Dashboard . 4, 58

..............Daytime Running Lights . 106Daytime Running Lights

.......................................Indicator . 64.................................Dead Battery . 343

............Defects, Reporting Safety . 380..............Defogger, Rear Window . 110..............Defrosting the Windows . 168

..........................Differential Fluid . 366....................................Dimensions . 366

.............Dimming the Headlights . 104

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Dipstick..........Automatic Transmission . 310

..................................Engine Oil . 253........................Directional Signals . 104

........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 274.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 307

Doors............Locking and Unlocking . 116

..................Lockout Prevention . 116.......................Monitor Indicator . 60....................Power Door Locks . 116

..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 368...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 7

.......................................Driver’s ID . 86...........................................Driving . 261

....................................Economy . 254Driving Position Memory

........................................System . 124

..............................Economy, Fuel . 254..................................Emergencies . 335

.............Battery, Jump Starting . 343...........Brake System Indicator . 350

................Changing a Flat Tire . 337

.....Charging System Indicator . 348..................Checking the Fuses . 354

.......Hazard Warning Flashers . 109............................Jump Starting . 343

.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 348...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 349

Opening the Fuel Fill Door................................Manually . 351

..................Overheated Engine . 345.......................................Towing . 360

.........................Emergency Brake . 151....................Emergency Flashers . 109

......................Emergency Towing . 360..........Emergency Trunk Opener . 118

.......................Emissions Controls . 371.............Emissions Testing, State . 374

Engine............Check Starting System . 264

...............Compartment Covers . 304....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 68

.........................If It Won’t Start . 341Malfunction Indicator

................................Lamp . 60, 349.........................................Oil life . 291

........Oil Pressure Indicator . 60, 348

..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 305

...............................Overheating . 345............................Specifications . 367............................Speed Limiter . 270

.......................................Starting . 263...................Engine Speed Limiter . 270

......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 248.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 371

...............................Exhaust Fumes . 54Exhaust Gas Recirculation

........................................System . 372Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat

........................................Belts by . 19

...................................Fan, Interior . 164.........................................Features . 161

....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 249Filters

...............................................Oil . 306...........Flashers, Hazard Warning . 109

...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 337.....................................Floor Mats . 322

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..........................................Brake . 311..........................Power Steering . 312

..................Windshield Washer . 310.....................................Fog Lights . 106

........................Four-way Flashers . 109............................Front Airbags . 11, 27

......................................Front Seat . 119....................................Adjusting . 119

.......................................Heaters . 142

...................................Airbags . 11, 27...........................Air Ventilation . 143

.................................................Fuel . 248.........................Check Fuel Cap . 250

......................Fill Door and Cap . 249...........................................Gauge . 68

.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 64................Octane Requirement . 248

Opening the Fuel Fill Door................................Manually . 351...............................Oxygenated . 248

........................Tank, Refueling . 249.....................Fuses, Checking the . 354

................Gas Mileage Improving . 254.........................................Gasoline . 248...........................................Gauge . 68

.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 64................Octane Requirement . 248

........................Tank, Refueling . 249................Gas Station Procedures . 249

.............................................Gauges . 68...Engine Coolant Temperature . 68

...............................................Fuel . 68GAWR (Gross Axle Weight

.......................................Rating) . 284............Gearshift Lever Positions . 265

......................................Glove Box . 153GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight

.......................................Rating) . 284

.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 314........................Hands Free Link . 231

............Hazard Warning Flashers . 109

HeadlightsAdaptive Front Lighting System

......................................(AFS) . 107........................................Aiming . 314

..................Automatic Lighting . 105.........Daytime Running Lights . 106

..................High Beam Indicator . 64....................Lights On Indicator . 62

..........Low Beams, Turning on . 104.......................Reminder Chime . 104

........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 314..........High beams, Turning on . 104

...................................Washer . 102............................Head Restraints . 120

...............................Heated Mirror . 123...................................Heater, Seat . 142

.............High Altitude, Starting at . 264HomeLink Universal

................................Transceiver . 204.......................Hood, Opening the . 251

................................................Horn . 101

...Identification Number, Vehicle . 364

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.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 338.......................................Jack, Tire . 337

................................Jump Starting . 343

................................................Keys . 113................Keyless Access System . 127

...............Keyless Access Remote . 128...........Keyless Memory Settings . 134

.......................Label, Certification . 364...............Lane Change, Signaling . 104

........................Lap/Shoulder Belts . 21

........................Lights On Indicator . 62Lights

....................Bulb Replacement . 314.......................................Indicator . 59

......................................Position . 104................................Turn Signal . 104

.....................................Load Limit . 283....LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 115

Locks.....Anti-theft Steering Column . 115

........................Childproof Door . 118............................Fuel Fill Door . 249

..................................Glove Box . 153...............................Power Door . 116

.........................................Trunk . 117......Trunk Pass-through Cover . 121

........................Low Coolant Level . 253

Ignition............................................Keys . 113

.........................................Switch . 115............Timing Control System . 372

......................Immobilizer System . 114.........Important Safety Precautions . 8

.........................................Indicators . 60ABS (Anti-lock Brake

............................System) . 62, 275Brake (Parking and Brake

............................System) . 61, 274................Charging System . 60, 348

.............................Cruise Control . 64DRL (Daytime Running

......................................Lights) . 64...................................High Beam . 64

........Key (Immobilizer System) . 62......................................Low Fuel . 64

................Low Oil Pressure . 60, 348Low Tire Pressure

...........................Indicator . 65, 277.......................................Message . 66......................................SH-AWD . 65

...........................Side Airbag Off . 61...............................................SRS . 61

Turn Signal and Hazard...................................Warning . 63

..VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) . 63.........Indicators, Instrument Panel . 59

...............................Infant Restraint . 41......................................Infant Seats . 41

..........Tether Anchorage Points . 49...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 325

.................................Inside Mirror . 122.............................Inspection, Tire . 326

............................Instrument Panel . 59......Instrument Panel Brightness . 109

................Interface Dial . 163, 171, 208...............................Interior Lights . 160

........................................Introduction . i

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..............................Paddle Shifters . 267............Panel Brightness Control . 109

........................Park Gear Position . 266...........................................Parking . 266

...............................Parking Brake . 151Parking Brake and Brake

.................System Indicator . 61, 350..Parking Over Things that Burn . 373

.............................PGM-FI System . 372........................Power Door Locks . 116

...............Power Socket Locations . 156............................Power Windows . 145

.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 19

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 13...Additional Safety Precautions . 20

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 19........................Protecting Children . 36

.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 64...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 60, 348

...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 366..........................Luggage, Storing . 257

..................................Maintenance . 289................................Main Items . 299

........................................Minder . 291Owner’s Maintenance

...................................Checks . 298.................................Record . 301-302

..........................................Safety . 290.............................Schedule . 291-300...................................Sub Items . 300

.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 60, 349...........Memory, Driving Position . 124

.............................Message Display . 76..........................Message Indicator . 66

...............................Meters, Gauges . 68...................Methanol in Gasoline . 248

........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 122.................................Modifications . 255

...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 256................................Moonroof . 147-150

................................................MP3 . 193.............Multi-Information Display . 69

...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 248.........................................Odometer . 70

...............................Odometer, Trip . 70Oil

........................Change, How to . 306......................Change, When to . 291......................Checking Engine . 253

...............................Life, Engine . 291..............Pressure Indicator . 60, 348

Selecting Proper Viscosity......................................Chart . 305

.....ON (Ignition Switch Position) . 115Onboard Refueling Vapor

....................................Recovery . 371

............................................OnStar . 217............................Outside Mirrors . 123

....Outside Temperature Indicator . 71....................Overheating, Engine . 345

....Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 298.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 248...................Neutral Gear Position . 266

..................New Vehicle Break-in . 248...................NOTICE, Explanation of . i

...............Numbers, Identification . 364

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.......................Protecting Infants . 41.......Protecting Larger Children . 50

.........Protecting Small Children . 42Using Child Seats with

.....................................Tethers . 49.............................Using LATCH . 45

...................Radiator Overheating . 345.............Radio/CD Sound System . 171

...........................Readiness Codes . 349..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 320

..........................Rear View Mirror . 122...............Rear Window Defogger . 110.............Reclining the Seat Backs . 119

.......................Reminder Indicators . 60...........................................Remote . 128

Replacement Information................Engine Oil and Filter . 306

..........................................Fuses . 352................................Light Bulbs . 314

....................................Schedule . 291...........................................Tires . 325

.............................Wiper Blades . 323

Replacing Seat Belts After a............................................Crash . 23

...Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 253...............................Restraint, Child . 36

..................Reverse Gear Position . 266......................................Roof Rack . 259

................................Rotation, Tire . 327

................................Safety Belts . 10, 21.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 380

.................................Safety Features . 9.........................................Airbags . 11

.....................................Seat Belts . 10.............Safety Labels, Location of . 55

...............................Safety Messages . ii...................Satellite Digital Radio . 181

...................................Seat Belts . 10, 21...............Additional Information . 21

.Automatic Seat Belt Tensioner . 22.....................................Cleaning . 321

................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 17, 21................................Maintenance . 23

Reminder Indicator and................................Beeper . 21, 60

...................System Components . 21...............Use During Pregnancy . 19

..................................Seat Heaters . 142..................Seat Position Memory . 124

.........................Seat Ventilation . 143......................Seats, Adjusting the . 119

............................Security System . 200.....Sequential Sports Shift Mode . 267

..........................Paddle Shifters . 267...............................Serial Number . 364

...........................Service Intervals . 291

...........................Service Manual . 381.........Service Station Procedures . 249

........................................SH-AWD . 272..Torque Distribution Monitor . 272

.......................................Indicator . 65...Shift Lever Position Indicators . 265

........................Shift Lock Release . 270..............................Side Airbags . 11, 30

How the Side Airbag off......................Indicator Works . 33

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 30................Side Curtain Airbags . 11, 32

How Your Side Curtain..........................Airbags Work . 32

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.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 335Technical Descriptions

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 368.....Emissions Control Systems . 371

Three Way Catalytic.............................Converters . 373

.......................Temperature Gauge . 68........Temperature, Inside Sensor . 170

....................Temperature, Outside . 71..............Tether Anchorage Points . 49

Three Way Catalytic.................................Converters . 373

Tilt/Telescopic Steering.........................................Wheel . 111

....................................Timing Belt . 313

....................................Tire Chains . 329.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 337

Tire Pressure Monitoring System..................................(TPMS) . 277

Monitoring Tire Pressure..................................Reading . 329

...........TPMS System Warning . 280...............................................Tires . 325

..............................Air Pressure . 326........................................Chains . 329

.........................Checking Wear . 326..........................Compact Spare . 336

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 368......................................Inflation . 325

..................................Inspection . 326...................................Replacing . 328

......................................Rotating . 327

Side Marker Lights, Bulb.........................Replacement in . 317

.............................Signaling Turns . 104.....................................Snow Tires . 329

................................Sound System . 171Spare Tire

......................................Inflating . 336............................Specifications . 367

....................Specifications Charts . 366................................Speed Limiter . 270

.......................................Spotlights . 160..........SRS, Additional Information . 24

...Additional Safety Precautions . 35..How the SRS Indicator Works . 32

How Your Airbags............................Work . 27, 30, 32

........................SRS Components . 24..................................SRS Service . 34

.............................SRS Indicator . 32, 61START (Ignition Switch

.....................................Position) . 115.......................Starting the Engine . 263

...................Auto Control Mode . 263In Cold Weather at High

..................................Altitude . 263................With a Dead Battery . 343

..............State Emissions Testing . 374........Steam Coming from Engine . 345

Steering Wheel..............................Adjustments . 111

...........Anti-theft Column Lock . 115......................Position Memory . 124

Steering Wheel Buttons/.....................................Switches . 198

...................Stereo Sound System . 171....................Storing Your Vehicle . 333

......................................Sun Visors . 156Supplemental Restraint

................................System . 11, 24

......................................Servicing . 34.........................SRS Indicator . 32, 61

...................System Components . 24..................................Synthetic Oil . 305

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...........................................Snow . 329............................Specifications . 367

...................Tools, Tire Changing . 337Torque Distribution Monitor

.................................(SH-AWD) . 272Towing

.....................................A Trailer . 283................Emergency Wrecker . 360

....Equipment and Accessories . 284.............................Weight Limit . 283

.............................................TPMS . 277.............................Trailer Loading . 283

......................Trailer Towing Tips . 287Transmission

Checking Fluid Level,..............................Automatic . 310

...........................Fluid Selection . 310..............Identification Number . 364.............Shifting the Automatic . 265

.....................................Treadwear . 336

.......................................Trip Meter . 70..............................................Trunk . 117

..................Emergency Opener . 118...............................Opening the . 117

.......Open Monitor Indicator . 13, 77..................................Turn Signals . 104

Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................of the . 335

....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 368........................Unleaded Gasoline . 248

.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 307

.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 258......................Vehicle Dimensions . 366

....Vehicle Identification Number . 364Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

....................................System . 281........VSA System Indicator . 63, 281

...VSA Activation Indicator . 63, 281.........................VSA Off Switch . 282

.............................Vehicle Storage . 333.................................................VIN . 364

..................................Viscosity, Oil . 305

.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii.........Warning Labels, Location of . 55

....................Warranty Coverages . 379Washer, Windshield

........Checking the Fluid Level . 310...................................Operation . 102

Wheels.............Adjusting the Steering . 111............Alignment and Balance . 327

..........................Compact Spare . 336...............................Nut Wrench . 338

Windows.............................Auto Reverse . 146

................Operating the Power . 145.........................Rear, Defogger . 110

Windshield.....................................Cleaning . 102...................................Defroster . 165

.....................................Washers . 102Wipers, Windshield

.......................Changing Blades . 323...................................Operation . 102

........Summer/Winter Position . 103....................................Worn Tires . 326

.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 360

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Service Information Summary

Gasoline:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

Recommended Engine Oil:

Automatic Transmission Fluid:

Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid:

Spare Tire Pressure:

Tire Pressure (measured cold):

Power Steering Fluid:

Transfer Assembly Fluid:

4.5 US qt (4.3 )

Oil change capacity (includingfilter):

Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid) preferred, ora DEXRON III ATF as atemporary replacement (see page

).

Premium unleaded gasoline,pump octane number of 91 orhigher.

API Premium grade 5W-20detergent oil (see page ).

Honda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 orDOT 4 brake fluid as a temporaryreplacement (see page ).

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )Rear:

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )Front:

Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid) preferred, ora DEXRON III ATF as atemporary replacement.

Honda Power Steering Fluidpreferred, or another brand ofpower steering fluid as atemporary replacement. Do notuse ATF (see page ).

SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosityhypoid gear oil, API serviceclassified GL4 or GL5 only.

SH-AWD clutch case

Capacity:SH-AWD differential case

0.77 US qt (0.73 )

310

305

311

19.4 US gal (73 )

312

2.8 US qt (2.7 )

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