Acura 2008 RL User Manual

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 and

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

▲▼▲▼While the multi-information displayis in the METER SETUP of theCUSTOMIZE GROUP, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to CUSTOMIZE MENU.Pre

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY.To exit ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.D

▲▼▲▼While METER SETUP is shown inthe CUSTOMIZE GROUP of themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to CUSTOMIZE MENU.P

▲▼To exit TRIP A & AVG. FUELRESET with REFUEL withoutchanging the current setting, selectEXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )button, then press the SEL

▲▼−−−▲▼While METER SETUP is shown inthe CUSTOMIZE GROUP of themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to CUSTOMIZE MEN

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY.To exit ELAPSED TIME RESETwit

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼There are two position setups youcan make:MEMORY POSITION LINKAUTO TILT & TELESCOPICWhile the multi-information displayis in the CUSTOMIZE

▲▼When Memory Position Link is setto ON, the driver’s seat, the steeringwheel, and the outside mirrorpositions move to the positionsstored in memory.

▲▼To exit MEMORY POSITION LINKwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The

▲▼▲▼When AUTO TILT & TELESCOPICis set to ON, the steering wheelautomatically moves fully in and upwhen you turn the ignition switch tothe LOCK (0)

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

▲▼To exit AUTO TILT &TELESCOPIC without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button.

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼DOOR UNLOCK MODEKEYLESS ACCESSLIGHT FLASHKEYLESS ACCESS BEEPEach time you press the INFO ( /) button, the screen changes asshown in the illust

▲▼To select whether the driver’s dooror all doors unlock when you openthe driver’s door with the remote orby grabbing the door handle (whilecarrying t

▲▼To exit DOOR UNLOCK MODEwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The scre

▲▼▲▼When KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHTFLASH is set to ON, some exteriorlights blink twice when you unlockthedoorsbygrabbingthedriver’sdoor handle while carryin

▲▼To exit KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHTFLASH without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button.

▲▼▲▼When KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP isset to ON, the beeper sounds twicewhen you unlock the doors bygrabbing the drivers door handlewhile carrying the remote

▲▼To exit KEYLESS ACCESS BEEPwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The s

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼There are three settings in thelighting setup:INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIMEWhile CUSTOMIZE GROUP isshown on the multi-informationdisplay, select

▲▼While LIGHTING SETUP is shownin the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button. You will see theabove display.Press

＊＊Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY.To exit INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING

▲▼ ▲▼The headlights, parking lights, sidemarker lights, taillights, and licenseplate lights go off after the selectedtime when you close the driver’sd

▲▼To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFFTIMER without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button.Th

−−−−−▲▼▲▼MAXTheheadlightscomeonwhenitisbright.HIGHTheheadlightscomeonwhenitissomewhat bright.MIDTheheadlightscomeonwhenitisasbright as sunset or sunri

▲▼To exit AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITYwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. Th

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼AUTO DOOR LOCKAUTO DOOR UNLOCKThere are five settings to choosefrom in the door/window setup:While CUSTOMIZE GROUP isshown on the multi-inform

−−−▲▼There are three settings you canchoose from:SHIFT FROM PThe doors lock whenever you movethe shift lever out of Park.WITH VEH SPDThe doors lock wh

▲▼To exit AUTO DOOR LOCK withoutchanging the current setting, selectEXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )button, then press the SEL/RESETbutton. The screen

▲▼−−▲▼−There are three settings you canchoose from:While DOOR/WINDOW SETUP isshownintheCUSTOMIZEGROUPof the multi-information display,press the SEL/RE

▲▼To exit AUTO DOOR UNLOCKwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The scre

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (Infa

▲▼▲▼While the multi-information displayis in the DOOR/WINDOW SETUPscreen of the CUSTOMIZE GROUP,press the SEL/RESET button. Thescreen changes to CUSTO

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY.To exit DOOR LOCK MODEwithout

▲▼▲▼When you press the LOCK buttonon the remote to lock the doors andthe trunk, and then press the buttonagain within 5 seconds, a beepersounds once a

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY.If your choice is not set, yo

▲▼▲▼When you unlock the doors bypressing the UNLOCK button on theremote or by grabbing the driver’sdoor handle while carrying theremote, but do not op

▲▼To exit SECURITY RELOCKTIMER without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button.The s

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼While the multi-information displayis in the CUSTOMIZE GROUPscreen, select WIPER SETUP bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RES

▲▼−−You can select from these twosettings when the wiper switch is inthe INT (intermittent) position:While the multi-information displayis in the WIPE

▲▼To exit WIPER ACTION withoutchanging the current setting, selectEXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )button, then press the SEL/RESETbutton. The screen go

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.On models with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual.If equi

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highsp

− Pull backand hold the wiper control lever.The washers spray until yourelease the lever. The wipers runat low speed, then complete onemore sweep afte

The windshield wiper arms have twoparked positions: winter and summer.In the winter position, the arms sitslightly above the edge of the hood.This red

−−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever

−The automatic lighting feature iscontrolledbyasensorlocatedontopof the dashboard. Do not cover thissensor or spill liquids on it.Even with the automa

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

If the AFS indicator comes on andstarts blinking while driving, pull tothe side of the road when it is safe,andturnofftheengine.IftheAFSindicator keep

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 reminderwhenyout

＋−＋−Push the button between the centervents to turn on the hazard warninglights (four-way flashers). Thiscauses all four outside turn signalsand both

＋The rear window defogger clears fog,frost,andthinicefromthewindow.Push the defogger button to turn itonandoff.Pushingthisbuttonalsoturns the mirror h

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:Always wearyour seat belt properly, and situpright and as far back from thesteering w

Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.Move the steering wheel in, out, up,or down by pushing and holding theadjustment switch in

When you turn the ignition switch tothe LOCK (0) position and release it,or remove the built-in key from theignition switch, the steering wheelautomat

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Acura-approved ke

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

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchretur

Each door has a lock tab above theinside door handle. Pull the tab tolock the door and push it to unlock.Whenyoupullthetabonthedriver’sdoor, all the d

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

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

−Moves the seat forwardand backward.The controls for the poweradjustable front seats are on theoutside edge of each seat bottom.You can adjust the sea

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.16To raise it, pull upward. To lower therestraint,

−The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adultpassengers, and teenage childrenwho are large enough and matureeno

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.

The inside mirror can automaticallydarken to reduce glare. To turn onthis feature, press the button on thebottom of the mirror. The AUTOindicator come

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

Store a driving position only whenthe vehicle is parked.Adjust the steering wheel to acomfortable position (see page).Adjust the outside mirrors for b

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

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 st

Your vehicle has a keyless accesssystem. When you carry the remotewith you, you can lock/unlock thedoor(s), unlock the trunk, and startthe engine with

This remote is used to lock/unlockthe doors and unlock the trunk.When you carry the remote, you canlock/unlock the doors, unlock thetrunk, and start t

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

Each front door has a LOCK/UNLOCK feature.When you touch the door locksensor of the front door by hand, allthe doors and the trunk will lock.The lock

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 theirse

Before closing the trunk, make suretheremoteisnotinthetrunk.If you close the trunk when theremote is in it, the system beeps, andthe trunk reopens.Whe

−The trunk cannot be locked if:When the trunk is locked, you canopen it in any of these ways:Press this button once tolock all doors. Some exterior li

−−− To change the ‘‘SECURITYRELOCK TIMER’’ setting, see page.Pressthisbuttonforabout 1 second to open the trunk.You cannot open the trunk if thebuilt-

Here are the settings activated withthe remote;Driving position memory(see page ).Audio system settings(see page ).Customized settings(see page ).Clim

＋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

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,

When you push the ignition switch,theremoteandthevehiclerecognizeeach other. After the recognition,the remote indicator flashes, and abeeper sounds on

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 veh

Thebatteriesintheremotenormallylasts about 2 years. To ensuremaximum battery life, do not storethe remote close to electrical devicessuch as computers

The indicator stays on while youare driving.The indicator comes on with theignition switch in the ON (II)position.The indicator comes on for severalse

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

Thebuilt-inkeycanbeinsertedintothe remote.As shown above, keep inserting thebuilt-in key until it is locked. Toremove the built-in key, pull it outwhi

In the LO setting, the heater runscontinuously. It does not cycle withtemperature changes.Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters:Us

▲▼▼−−−−▲▲▼CONTINUEDWhen you press the button once,the heater is set to HI. After the seatreaches a comfortable temperature,select MID or LOW by pressi

▼▲▲▼−−−−Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters and the seatventilation:Use the HI setting only to heat orto ventilate the seats qui

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

−Auto reverse stops sensing when thewindow is almost closed. You shouldalways check that all passengers andobjects are away from the windowbefore clos

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 window

To close:Insert the built-in key in the driver’sdoor lock.NOTE: If the windows and themoonroof stop before the desiredposition, repeat steps 2 and 3.T

To open or close the moonroofpartially, pull back or push forwardon the moonroof switch lightly to thefirst detent, and hold it. Themoonroof will stop

You can use the remote transmitteror the key to operate the moonrooffrom the outside. Refer to pagefor details.The moonroof has a key-off delay.You ca

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe center of the back of your headrests against the center of therestraint.Properly adjusted head restraintswill

To apply the parking brake, push theparking brake pedal down with yourfoot. To release the parking brake,push on the pedal again. The parkingbrake ind

Interior Convenience Items188ASHTRAYFRONT DOOR POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSGLOVE BOX/OWNER’S MANUAL TRAYUTILITY POCKETCONSOLE COMPARTMENTSEAT-BACK P

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. Clos

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

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

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 sup

Small, rear ashtrays are located inthe armrests of both rear doors. Toopen an ashtray, pivot the lid up.The other socket is under thearmrest in the co

When you shift to reverse, thesunshade goes down automatically.To use it again, shift to anotherposition, and push the button to raiseit.If the sunsha

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

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 switc

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

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 climate control system in yourvehicle provides a comfortabledriving environment in all weatherconditions.The standard audio system hasmany feature

Climate Control System198TEMPERATURE DISPLAYRECIRCULATIONBUTTONAUTOBUTTONOFFBUTTONDUAL BUTTONTEMPERATURE CONTROL BARSREARWINDOWDEFOGGER/MIRRORHEATERBU

Many climate control functions canstill be controlled by standardbuttons, dials, and knobs, but somefunctions can only be accessed usingthe interface

To select the desired temperature,push the temperature control bar upor down.To set the driver’s and passenger’stemperature separately, press theDUAL

The outside air intakes for theclimate control system are at thebase of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.Thesystemshould

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

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

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.This setting i

The automatic climate controlsystem adjusts the fan speed andairflow levels to maintain the interiortemperature you select.In AUTO mode, the vehicle’s

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. Do not c

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and head restraints, andput on their seat belts, it is veryimportant that they continue to situpright, we

Most audio system functions can stillbe controlled by standard buttons,dials, and knobs, but some functionscan only be accessed using theinterface dia

Audio SystemPlaying the AM/FM Radio208PRESET BUTTONSAM/FMBUTTONTUNEBUTTONSTUNEBUTTONSAUTOSELECTBUTTONAM BUTTONFM BUTTONAUDIODISPLAYBUTTONSEEKBUTTONSAU

− 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

−−−The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press the or SEEK button,then

− 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 are

Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzDriving very near the transmitter ofa station that is broadcas

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

Selectthemodeyouwanttoadjustby pushing the interface selector upor down, or by turning the interfaceknob.To adjust them, press the AUDIObutton, push t

−− −To adjust bassand treble, select BASS or TREBLE,andpressENTERontheinterfaceselector. The current setting isshownonthedisplay.Turntheinterface knob

−−To set this feature on or off, selectAudioPilot,andpressENTERontheinterface selector. Turn the interfaceknob to ON or OFF, and pressENTER on the int

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

CONTINUEDAudio SystemPlaying the XM Satellite RadioFeatures217PRESET BUTTONSCANBUTTONDISPLAY/MODEBUTTONSATELLITE RADIO BUTTONAUDIODISPLAYBUTTONUPPER D

−Your vehicle is capable of receivingXMSatellite Radio anywhere in theUnited States, except Hawaii andAlaska.XMis a registered trade mark ofXM Satelli

−To change channels, press theTUNE button, or scroll down withthe interface selector, select TUNE,andpressENTERontheselector.Then turn the interface k

− Youcanstoreupto12preset channels using the six presetbuttons. Each button stores onechannel from the XM1 band and onechannel from the XM2 band.To st

TheXMsatellitesareinorbitoverthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate for thi

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

CONTINUEDAudio SystemOperating the Disc ChangerFeatures223EJECTBUTTONEJECTBUTTONUPPER DISPLAYINTERFACE DIALINTERFACE DIALSKIPBUTTONSAUDIODISPLAYBUTTON

Your vehicle’s audio system has anin-dash disc changer with the samecontrols used for the radio. Tooperate the disc changer, the ignitionswitch must b

To load multiple discs in oneoperation:Press and hold the LOAD buttonon the changer unit until you heara beep. You will see ‘‘BUSY’’ onthe upper displ

You can also select the emptyposition by pressing the appropriatepreset button.You can load a disc(s) in any mode(AM,FM,XMradio,orAUX)ifyoudo not sele

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfer

To select a different disc, press thecorresponding number on the presetbuttons, or turn the interface knob tohighlight the desired disc, then pressENT

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

To replay the current trackcontinuously, use the interfaceselector to scroll down, selectTRACK REPEAT, and press ENTERon the interface selector. As ar

To take the system out of disc mode,press the AM/FM (AM or FM onCanadian, and Hawaiian models), orDISC/AUX, or button toswitch to the radio, or satell

Each time you press the DISP/MODE button while playing a CD(CD-DA), the center display changesfrom album name, to track name, toartist name, and then

To play the tracks of the currentfolder in random order, use theinterface selector to scroll down,select FOLDER RANDOM with theinterface knob, and pre

To remove a different disc from thechanger,firstselectitbypressingthe corresponding number on thepreset button or turning theinterface knob, and press

Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a d

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 beclosedforittobeuse

The in-dash disc player/changer hasa sophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damageddisc as indicated in this section, itmaybecomestuckin

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

Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discsCD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.Scratches and fingerprints on

The auxiliary input jack is in theconsole compartment (see page). The system will acceptauxiliary input from standard audioaccessories using a standar

▲▼＋−＋−＋−＋−Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from

＋−＋−If you are listening to XM SatelliteRadio, use the CH button to changechannels. Each time you press thetop ( ) of the button, the systemgoes to th

Your vehicle’s audio system maydisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specifi

Press this button to display thescreen (see page ).The compass system in your vehiclecontains several convenient features,including a direction and el

Press this button to cancel thecurrent screen and return to theprevious screen.This button switches the displaybetween day mode, night mode, andoff (s

Please read the disclaimer carefullybeforeyoucontinue.Togotothecompass screen, select OK bypushingintheinterfaceselector.The first screen to appear is

If you select , the reminder willnot show up again. If you wish tohave the reminder show up againlater in the day, selectandpushinontheinterfaceselect

The vehicle ‘‘senses’’ the drivernumber, based on which keylessremote is used to unlock the vehicle.If two drivers with remotes approachthevehicleatth

To unlock the belt, press the redPRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guidethe belt across your body so that itretracts completely. After exiting thevehicle, be sur

You can see the current latitude,longitude, and elevation at any timewhen you press the COMPASSbutton or say ‘‘Display map guide.’’Thedateandtimeisals

The voice command help screendisplays several topics that help youto understand your vehicle’s voicecontrol system. To go to the voicecommand help scr

When you make a selection (such asNavigation general command help),you will see the help commands thatcanbeusedwiththevoicecontrol.To have the system

The calendar feature allows you toenter events and be reminded ofthem in the future.When you say ‘‘Calendar’’ or selectthe on thescreen, the display c

You can scroll through the calendardaybydaybyturningtheinterfaceknob, or select the day by voice.When you push the interfaceselector up or down, you c

Message IconDeleteDoneSay or select ‘‘ ,’’ andthe system displays a list of iconsyou can select to help identify thetype of message you entered. Theme

When you say or select ‘‘Calculator,’’the display changes to thescreen.Enter the digits and operationsymbols with the interface selector.Use the inter

Turn the interface knob until theunit you want to convert from ishighlighted (kilogram, forexample), then push the selectorin to select it as it the e

−−CONTINUEDBrightness Black Level VolumeIf you are having trouble viewingthe screen in bright lighting conditions,try increasing the brightness.Contra

Interface Dial FeedbackOnAuto(default)NoThe system alwaysreads what you select.The system reads yourselection only whilethe vehicle is moving.The syst

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts

CONTINUEDColorVoice Recognition FeedbackVoiceClock AdjustmentTo view the Select a color screen,say ‘‘Color,’’ or select COLOR on thescreen. You can ch

Pressing the () button allows you to switchdisplay modes.Eachtimeyouturntheignitionswitch to the ACCESSORY (I)position, the display mode is in auto.Th

CONTINUEDEnter the four-digit compass systemsecurity code. If you have entered itcorrectly, the display changes to the. You have tenchances to enter t

If this procedure is not necessary thesystem proceeds directly to the(see page ).During initialization, the systemsearches for all available GPSsatell

CONTINUEDIf within ten minutes the system failsto locate a sufficient number ofsatellites to locate your position, thescreen above appears. Follow the

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Youacknowledge that SOFTWARE is ofUS-origin. You agree to comply withall applicable international andnational laws that apply to theSOFTWARE, includin

This button activates the voicecontrol system. Press it when youwant to give a voice command. Seeon page fora list of voice commands.This button has t

Most of the system’s functions canbe controlled by voice commandsactivated with the button. Tocontrol your compass system byvoice:Press and release th

The e-pretensioners do not activatewhen the seat belts are not worn orwhen the vehicle stability assist(VSA) off indicator on theinstrument panel is o

To achieve optimum voicerecognition, the following guidelinesshould be followed:Make sure the correct screenis displayed for the voice commandthat you

＊＊＊The voice control system needsappropriate voice commands forcontrolling the climate control, theaudio system, and the compasssystem.The system acce

＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃−＊＊＊Temperature CommandsTemperature degreesTemperature upTemperature downTemperature max hotTemperature max coldTemperature balanceTemperature

＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃−＃−＃−＃−＃＃＃−＃−＃−＃−＃−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊The system accepts these audiosystem commands on most screens.The system accepts thesecommands on most scr

＃＃＃＃＃−＃−＃−＃ −＊＊＊＊＊＊＊CONTINUEDThe system accepts thesecommands on most screens.(:16)( : 1 30)(1:1 6, 2: 1 30)(resumes ‘‘Play’’from these commands: ‘‘DV

＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃＃−＃−＃−＃ −＃−＃−＃−＃ −＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊The system accepts thesecommands on most screens.Repeating these commandsswitches (toggles) the functionbetwe

The system accepts thesecommands on the first setup screen.(For the second and third setupscreens, simply say what is writtenon the screen, and follow

Select the byturning the interface knob to theright, then press the center of theinterface selector.Select the , thenpress the center of the interface

To adjust the minute, turn theinterface knob to the right to displaythe adjustment screen for MINUTE.Press the center of the interfaceselector to ente

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

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 prote

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

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/ACCELbu

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 c

The radar sensor for ACC is sharedwith the collision mitigation brakesystem (CMBS). For moreinformation on the radar sensor, seepage . For more inform

Adaptive cruise control (ACC) allowsyou to maintain a set speed and keepthe vehicle ahead of you and yourvehicle at a safe distance withouthaving to u

When there is no vehicle ahead withinACC rangeWhen a vehicle ahead is within ACCrange and going slower than your setspeedYour vehicle will maintain a

If the vehicle ahead of you slowsdown abruptly, or if another vehiclecuts in front of you, a beeper soundsand a message appears on the multi-informati

ACC does not work below 25 mph(40 km/h). It cannot bring yourvehicle to a complete stop.ACC will not sound a beeper ordisplay a message on the multi-i

Push the ACC button on thesteering wheel. The ACC indicatoron the instrument panel comes on,and ‘‘ACC’’ is shown on the multi-information display.Acce

When the speed is set, it is shownalong with a vehicle icon anddistance bars on the multi-information display.Refertopage forhowtosetandchange the set

＊＊:On models with CMBSAirbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your Airbags26(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(8)(7)(6)(4)(5)(10)(9)(9)(10) Occupant Positio

The set speed can be increasedusing the RES/ACCEL button or theaccelerator pedal.To increase the set speed with theRES/ACCEL button, do this:Press and

The set speed can be decreasedusing the SET/DECEL button or thebrake pedal.To decrease the set speed with theSET/DECEL button, do this:Press and hold

With ACC on, the distance betweenyour vehicle and the vehicle ahead ofyou is controlled and maintained.You can change this distance to oneof three ran

Press the ACC button. The ACCindicator in the instrument panelgoes off.Tap the brake pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.If you cancel A

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on at any othertime, there is a

The multi-information display showsvarious messages related to ACC.For a description of each ACCmessage you may see, refer to thechart on this and the

Message MessageDescription DescriptionACC detects a vehicle ahead of you.You will hear a beep when the vehiclemoves out of the ACC radar sensor’srange

To switch from ACC to cruisecontrol, press the distance button onthe steering wheel, and hold it for 1second.Always be aware which mode isselected.Whe

×−CONTINUEDThe HomeLink UniversalTransceiver built into your vehiclecanbeprogrammedtooperateuptothree remote controlled devicesaround your home, such

If the red indicator in HomeLinkcontinues to flash slowly (doesnot begin to flash rapidly),repeat steps 1 thru 3.Test the HomeLink button bypushing it

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

＊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-ba

Make sure you have properlycompleted the ‘‘TrainingHomeLink’’ procedure.Find the ‘‘learn’’ button on yourgarage door opener unit. Thelocation will var

Youshoulderaseallthreecodesbefore selling the vehicle.Toerasethecodesstoredinallthreebuttons, press and hold the twooutside buttons until the redindic

Most AcuraLink functions arecontrolled by the interface dial. Theinterface dial has two parts, a knoband a selector.The knob turns left and right. Use

If you have new messages, anenvelope icon appears in the topright corner of the navigation screen.To open a message:Press ENTER on the interfaceselect

Diagnostic info and recall/campaign messages can only bedeleted by your dealer.To delete a single message:Press the INFO button to bring upthe Informa

−−−−−−To set your AcuraLink preferences(thetypesofmessagesyouwanttoreceive, if any), visit the Owner Linkwebsite atwww.owners.acura.com,and choose wha

−−−−To access the following functions,press the SETUP button, push theinterface selector to the right toselect MORE, then rotate theinterface knob to

− For the Phone DataConnection button to be active, youneed a Bluetoothcompatible andenabled cellphone paired to theBluetoothHandsFreeLink (HFL).To co

During the first 90 days ofownership, one of up to 32 differentmessages appears each day. Thesemessages help you to use andunderstand the technologica

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 do

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.Sensors that can detect whether

Depending on the severity of theproblem, the message will let youknow if you should see your dealerimmediately or if you can wait awhile.You can then

Bluetooth is a registered trademarkof Bluetooth SIG, Inc.Bluetooth is the wireless technologythat links your phone to the HFL.TheHFLusesaClass2Bluetoo

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 button

＊＊＊−−−−−＊Signal Strength Indicates thenetwork signal strength of thecurrent phone. Five bars equalsfull strength.ROAM Status Indicates yourphone is ro

CONTINUEDHerearesomeguidelinesforusingvoice control:To enter a command, press theTalk button. Then, after the beep,say your command in a clear,natural

When you finish a commandsequence, the HFL goes back toits main menu. For example, whenyou store the name, ‘‘Eric,’’ theHFL response is, ‘‘Eric has be

The HFL response continues ‘‘Asecurity option is available to lockthe hands free system. Each timethe vehicle is turned on, apasscode would be require

The HFL will accept a numeric, four-digit passcode that you can use forsecurity purposes.Follow the system setupprocedure as described previously.Pres

CONTINUEDYour Bluetooth compatible phonewith HandsFree Profile must bepaired to the HFL before you canmake and receive hands-free calls.HFL does not a

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

CONTINUEDAfter inflating, the front airbags willimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or op

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 res

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

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,theHFLallow

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, ifactiv

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 ‘‘Tra

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘The name hasbeen deleted. Returning to themain menu.’’Press and r

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ TheHFL response is, ‘‘This processwill clear all paired phones, clearall entries in t

＜＞＜＞Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Changelanguage.’’ The HFL response is‘‘English or French?’’Press and release the Talk butt

＜＞＜＞If there are paired phoneswithout English name tags, thefollowing prompts will continue.The HFL says, for example, ‘‘Whatis the English name forTé

On models with navigation systemWhenever you shift to reverse (R)with the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, the rear view is shownon the navigat

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

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

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

CONTINUEDPark with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Some gasoline today is blended withoxygenates such as ethanol orMTBE. Your veh

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

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease lever located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up slight

Lift the hood up most of the way.The hydraulic supports will lift ituptherestofthewayandholditup.If the hood latch handle movesstiffly, or if you can

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 f

−−−−Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits and vehicle condition.Therefore, it is not possible for on

−−−−−−−Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)Excessive idling, accelerating andbraking in stop-and-go trafficCold engine operation (engines

−−Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.Reset trip counter to zero.Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.Follow on

CONTINUEDYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andch

Before installing any accessory:Make sure the accessory does notobscure any lights, or interferewith proper vehicle operation orperformance.Modifying

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Modifying your steering wheel or

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxFront door and seat-back pocketsConsole compartmentIn addition, the trunk pass-throughallows

−×−The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amountequals 1,400 lbs. and there wil

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all occupants, accessories,cargo, and trailer tongue load mustnot exceed the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (

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 yourv

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 beuse

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.Check that the hood is fully closed.Check that

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems i

Iftheenginedoesnotstartwithin15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed halfwaydown. If the engine st

If there is a problem with thestarting system, you will see a‘‘CHECK STARTING SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay when the ignition switch

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in. In the SequentialSportShift Mode, the ‘‘M’’ indicatornext to the ‘‘D

−−−−−−Do this:Press the brake pedal, thenmove the shift lever.Move the lever.To shift from:PtoRRtoNNtoDDtoDDtoDDtoNNtoRRtoP33To avoid transmission dam

＋−＋−−＋With the shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position,you can select the SequentialSportShift mode to shift gears muchlike a manual transmission, butwithout a

→→→→The transmission may automaticallydownshift from the higher gear tothe lower gear under theseconditions:Driving on level roads and downhillDriving

→→→→→→→The table shows the speed rangesfor upshifting and downshifting. When you are in SequentialSportShift mode, and the vehicle isstopped, push for

−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 eng

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

Each torque indicator is displayedas a bar graph divided into 5segments. The number ofsegments represents the amountof torque distributed to eachwheel

There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpathandwhentheindicatorcomeson or goes off.A front s

If the SH-AWD indicator on theinstrument panel stays on, and themulti-information display shows anSH-AWD message, there is aproblem with the system. Y

Your vehicle is equipped with discbrakes at all four wheels. A powerassist helps reduce the effort neededon the brake pedal. The brake pedalassist fun

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helpspreventthewheelsfromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster th

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.It only helps with steeringcontrol during braking.such as trying t

The CMBS does not activate if thespeed difference between yourvehicles is less than 10 mph (15km/h). CMBS may also notactivate if you turn the steerin

The radar sensor is located behindthe Acura emblem in the front grille.If the emblem is covered with mud,dirt, dead leaves, wet snow, etc., or ifyou p

The radar sensor may not alwaysscan as intended. Here are twoexamples:Thetiresarenotcorrectlymaintained. Always make sure thetire pressures are correc

If the system senses a likely collisionwith a vehicle or object ahead of you,it alerts you with an audible and avisual alarm.The audible alarm is a co

The CMBS will automaticallyrecover when these conditions areimproved.Any of the conditions below cancause the CMBS to shut off. Whenthe system shuts o

The CMBS indicator normally comeson under these conditions:When you manually turn off thesystem.When the system shuts offautomatically.When you drive

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

CONTINUEDA vehicle cuts in front of you andbrakes suddenly.When you accelerate rapidly andapproach the vehicle ahead of youat high speed.Driving in he

Even with little or no chance of acollision, the CMBS may activateunder these conditions:A vehicle suddenly crosses in frontof you.When you approach o

When you pass a low bridge athigh speed.When you approach train tracks atthe bottom of a hill and you do notapply the brakes.Because of the road condi

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

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

Although your tire pressure ismonitored, you must manually checkthetirepressuresmonthly.Each tire, including the spare, shouldbe checked monthly when

CONTINUEDIf any of the tires have low pressure,the multi-information display willshow a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’message. You will also see one ormore l

When cruise control is on whiledriving, the pressure reading cannotbe checked by the tire pressuremonitor on the multi-informationdisplay.When the TPM

If there is a problem with the TPMS,the multi-information display showsa ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’message.If you see this message, the tirepressure monito

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

CONTINUEDYou will also see a ‘‘CHECKAIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on themulti-information display (see page).If you see any of these indications,the airbags

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

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 orig

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily to carry passengers andtheir cargo. You can also use it totow a trailer if you carefully observethe load limit

To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 % of the loadtoward the front of the trailer and40 % toward the rear, then re-adjustthe load as ne

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 c

Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou ca

−−−−−−The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’s handling and performance,so driving with a trailer requiressome speci

Crosswinds and air turbulencecaused by passing trucks can disruptyour steering and cause the trailer tosway. When being passed by a largevehicle, keep

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.To clean parts, use a commer

Be aware that objects placed on thefront seat can cause the indicator tocome on.If no weight is detected in the frontseat, the airbag will be automati

−−−−−−−−−−−−One of the most convenient andimportant features of the multi-information display on your vehicleis the maintenance minder.Based on engine

▼▲▼▲The message will be canceled if theor buttononthesteeringwheelis pressed. Press the or buttonto see the message again.When the remaining engine oi

▼▲▼▲The message will be canceled if theor buttononthesteeringwheelis pressed. Press the or buttonto see the message again.When the remaining engine oi

▼▲▲▼Press and hold the SEL/RESETbutton on the steering wheel formore than 10 seconds. Theremaining engine oil life resetmode will be shown on the mult

▼▲▼▲Immediately have the serviceperformed, and make sure to resetthe oil life minder as previouslydescribed.The message will be canceled if theor butt

▼▲▼▲And also, the percentage ‘‘0’’ keepsblinking on the display.If the indicated required service isnot done and the remaining engineoil life becomes

−−This particular message is displayedwhen you drive over 10 miles (forU.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadianmodels) after seeing 0 %.When you press the

−−−−−−＃Engine oil level Check everytime you fill the fuel tank. Seepage .Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fu

＊＃＃＃＊CONTINUEDMaintenance Minder395:If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 monthsafter the display is reset, change the engin

−−Maintenance Minder396Maintenance Sub ItemsReplace rear differential fluidDriving in mountainous areas at very low vehiclespeeds or trailer towing re

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Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.If water oranother liquid soaks

＊＊: The power steering fluid reservoir is located under the right compartment cover.Fluid LocationsMaintenance397RADIATOR CAPENGINE OILFILL CAPENGINE

The component parts in the enginecompartment are protected byseveral covers. You may need toremove the covers when youperform some simple maintenancew

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 damag

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.Open the hood, and

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Refill the engine with therecommended o

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.If

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 th

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating tem

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.Ifyouarenotsurehowtoaddfluid,contact your dealer.Insert

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 b

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

−−If you frequently tow a trailer.In very high temperatures(over 110°F, 43°C).In very low temperatures(under 20°F, 29°C).The timing belt should be rep

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

CONTINUEDRemove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter tur

Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turnclockwise to lock it in place.Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.(Driver’s side)

CONTINUEDIf you are replacing a driver’s sidebulb, slide the battery toward theengine to get more clearance (seepage ).Use a flat-tipped screwdriver t

Your vehicle uses halogen lightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its plastic case, and protect theglass from contact with your skin orhard obj

Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turnclockwise to lock it in place.Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure

Determine which of the two bulbsis burned out: turn signal or back-up light.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Remove th

Install the new bulb in the socketby pushing it straight in the socketuntil it bottoms.Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly. Turn it clockwise

The floor mats that came with yourvehicle hook over the floor matanchors. This keeps the floor matsfrom sliding forward, possiblyinterfering with the

−Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarg

Push the end of the cover on theblade assembly until the other endis pivoted out, and remove thecover.Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

CONTINUEDKeeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,

If you check the pressure when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to6psi(30to40kPa,0.3to0.4 kgf/cm ) high

The following charts show therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal and high-speed drivingconditions.For convenience, the recommendedtire size

A tire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see threeor more tread wear indicators.Your tires have

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

＋−Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the best perfo

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

There are no snow tires compatiblewith the PAX system, and not all tirechains are suitable for use on thePAX system tires.If you must continue driving

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Battery post

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, all storeddriving positions will be lost. Tostore the driving positions again, seethe storing p

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

Cover the vehicle with a‘‘breathable’’ cover, one madefrom a porous material such ascotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moistu

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Your vehicle is equipped with theMichelin PAX system. Since eachMichelin PAX system tire has aninner support ring that allows it tocontinue running wi

If you get a flat tire, never try torepair it yourself, and never replace aflat tire with a compact spare tire.With the PAX system tires, you candrive

If you see the above message on themulti-information display, you havereached the limit of run flat driving,and you should stop drivingimmediately. Be

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

Take the tool case out of the sparetire.Open the trunk, and fold the trunkfloor forward.Unscrew the wing bolt, andremove the spacer cone. Thentake the

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

△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 fla

Before mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirtoffthemountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully;itmaybehotfromdriving.Pu

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 w

You hear nothing, or almostnothing. The engine’s startermotor does not operate at all, oroperates very slowly.You can hear the starter motoroperating

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position, but the

＋＋＋Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very cold weather, check thecondition of the electrolyte. If itseems slushy or fro

＋−Start your vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.Once your vehicle is runn

The pointer of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, drivin

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

You can still drive your vehicle evenif this message appears on the multi-information display, however youshould check the temperature gaugewhile driv

−Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,and can be very hazardous.For example, infants and smallchi

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 oth

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that are part of the on-boarddiagnostics for the emissionssystems. In some states, part of theemissions te

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

If you must drive the vehicle a shortdistance in this condition, driveslowly and carefully.If the ABS indicator and the VSAsystem indicator come on wi

To remove the fuse box lid, put yourfinger in the notch on the lid, pull ittoward you, and take it out of itshinges.The fuses are located in five fuse

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

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.If something electrical in yourvehicle stop

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

Ifthefuseforthedrivingpositionmemory system is removed, allstored driving positions will be lost.To store the driving positions again,see page .If the

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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 hi

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No. Amps. No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected1234530 A30 A30 A30 A20 A678920 A7.5 A30 A7.5 AHeated seatsInterior lightsPassenger’s automati

To use the towing hook:Remove the cover from the frontbumper by pushing the rightcorner edge of the cover with afinger until the cover comes out assho

Screw the towing hook into thehole, and tighten it with the wheelnut wrench.Remove the towing hook andwheel nut wrench from the toolcase in the spare

−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the location ofidentification numbers. It alsoincludes information

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to registe

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 tr

−−＊＊＊＊Specifications464DimensionsWeightsCapacitiesAir ConditioningSeating Capacities4.2 US qt (4.0)193.6 in (4,917 mm)72.7 in (1,847 mm)57.1 in (1,451

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The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accord

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

The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen

−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Load index (a numerical codeasso

−−−−−−−−−−−Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum spe

−Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pressure recommendedby the vehicle manuf

−Your vehicle has also been equippedwith a TPMS malfunction indicatorto indicate when the system is notoperating properly. The TPMSmalfunction indicat

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

The three way catalytic converterscontain precious metals that serve ascatalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theacc

Conventional child seats must besecured to a vehicle with a seat belt,whereas LATCH-compatible seatsare secured by attaching the seat tohardware built

...Client ServiceInformation . 478...Warranty Coverages . 479Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles

If you are dissatisfied with thedecision made by the dealership’smanagement, contact the AcuraClient Services Office.U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners:In Pu

−−−−−−−−−covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.these t

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway

The publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card or

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CONTINUED...Accessories . 337ACCESSORY (Ignition Switch...Position) . 151...

Bulb Replacement...Back-up Lights . 414...Fog Lights . 412...Front Position Lights .

＊CONTINUED...Economy, Fuel . 334...Emergencies . 431...Battery, Jump Starting . 44

Engine...Check Starting System . 348...Compartment Covers . 398...Coolant Temperature Gauge . 70...If It W

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

＊＊CONTINUED...Identification Number, Vehicle . 462Ignition...Keys . 149...

...Instrument Panel . 61...Instrument Panel Brightness . 145...Interface Dial . 199, 207, 299...

CONTINUED...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 328...Odometer . 72...Odometer, Trip . 72

＊＊＊＊＊...Safety Belts . 10, 21...Safety Defects, Reporting . 480...Safety Features . 9

CONTINUEDSteering Wheel Buttons/...Switches . 136...Stereo Sound System . 207...Sto

＊＊＊＊...Trunk . 153...Emergency Opener . 154...Opening the . 153.

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Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid:Power

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CONTINUEDTo install a LATCH-compatible childseat:Move the seat belt buckle ortongue away from the loweranchors.Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (low

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

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

CONTINUEDWhen 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

To deactivate the lockable retractorandremoveachildseat,unlatchthebuckle, unroute the seat belt, and letthe belt fully retract.Push and pull the child

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 pr

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 backagai

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

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 instruction

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

A convenient reference to thesections in this manual.A quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Explains the purpose of eachinstrument pane

CONTINUEDThese labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully

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

＊＊＊＊Control Locations60AUDIO SYSTEMPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESINSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORSGAUGESCLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEMTRUNK RELEASE BUTTONHOOD RELEASE LEVERDRIV

＊＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.If equipped.:Instrument PanelInstruments and Control

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.You will also see a ‘‘CHECKEMISSION SYSTEM’’ message onthe

This indicator has two functions:Itcomesonwhenyouturntheignition switch to the ON (II)position. It is a reminder to checkthe parking brake. Driving wi

This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It comes onwhen the light switch is in either theor position. This indicatorwill also come

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.This indicator has three functions:Itcomeson

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.When you push the ACC button onthe steering

＊＊＊＊Your Vehicle at a Glance4POWER DOORLOCK MASTERSWITCHPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESDRIVING POSITIONMEMORY SYSTEM(P.11, 26)PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG(P.160)(P.1

Pull to the side of the road when it issafe, shift to Park, and let the engineidle until the indicator goes out.You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIREPRESSU

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition to the ON(II) position and goes off after theengine starts. If it comes on at anyother time

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. For moreinformation, see page .This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom white mark to aboutthe middle of the

▲▼The multi-information display in theinstrument panel displays variousinformation and messages when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position. Som

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

This shows the outside Fahrenheittemperature in U.S. models, andCentigrade temperature in Canadianmodels.The temperature sensor is in thefront bumper.

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

This shows the estimated distanceyou can travel on the fuel remainingin the fuel tank. This distance isestimated from the fuel economyyou received ove

This monitor shows how muchtorque is being delivered to eachwheel. For more information, seepage .Whenthetirepressuremonitorisshown on the multi-infor

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.1:2:3:4:Canadian models onlyRefer to the navigation system manual.

When the engine oil life reaches 15 %,the display shows ‘‘SERVICE DUESOON’’ and the code for themaintenance items to be performed.Have your dealer do

▲▼▲▼When a problem is detected withyour vehicle, a message will beshown on the multi-informationdisplay.If this happens, refer to theapplicable pages

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▲▼▲▼With the multi-information displayand the INFO ( / ) and SEL/RESET buttons on the right side ofthe steering wheel, you cancustomize some vehicle c

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊−∼± ∼−∼± ∼＊＊＊＊＊CUSTOMIZE MENU DescriptionCauses the system to beep when avehicle ahead of you gets too close.Changes the ACC display speedunit

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊DOOR UNLOCK MODEKEYLESS ACCESS LIGHTFLASHKEYLESS ACCESS BEEPINTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIMEHEADLIGHT AUTO OFFTIMERAUTO LIGHTSENSITIVITYAUTO DOOR LO

＊＊＊＊＊＊CUSTOMIZE MENUDOOR/WINDOWSETUP(see page 122)WIPER SETUP(see page 133)AUTO DOOR UNLOCKDOOR LOCK MODEKEYLESS LOCKACKNOWLEDGMENTSECURITY RELOCKTIME

▲▼▲▼UsetheINFO( / )buttononthesteering wheel to select the settingsand the SEL/RESET button to enteryour selections.If you want the settings as they w

To set the default settings again,select DEFAULT ALL, and press theSEL/RESET button. Then selectSET, and press the SEL/RESETbutton.When DEFAULT ALL is

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▲▼▲▼You can customize some of thevehicle control settings to yourpreference. Here are the settingsyou can customize:METER SETUPADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

▲▼Multi-Information Display88Press the or button.Press the SEL/RESET button.ADAPTIVE CRUISECONTROL SETUPseepage89METER SETUPseepage94POSITIONSETUPsee

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼If equippedHere are the two custom settings foradaptive cruise control (ACC):PRE-RUNNING CAR DETECTBEEPACC DISPLAY SPEED UNITWhile the multi-i

▲▼While the multi-information displayis in the ACC SETUP of theCUSTOMIZE GROUP, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to the above display.Pres

▲▼When your choice is set, the displaychanges to the screen shown abovefor several seconds, and then goesback to CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.To exit PRE-RUNNING C

▲▼▲▼While the multi-information displayis in the ACC SETUP of theCUSTOMIZE GROUP, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to CUSTOMIZE MENU.Press

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY.To exit ACC DISPLAY SPEEDUNIT

▲▼▲▼▲▼LANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAYTRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESETwith REFUELHere are the four custom settingsforthemetersetup:ELAPSED TI

▲▼There are three language selectionsyou can make: English, French, andSpanish. To choose the language youwant, follow these instructions:While METER

▲▼To exit LANGUAGE SELECTIONwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The sc