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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 o

▲▼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 TELESCOPIC isset to ON, the steering wheelautomatically moves fully in and upwhen you turn the ignition switch tothe LOCK (0) posit

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

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

▲▼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

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument panelto remind you

▲▼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 the multi-information displayis in the CUSTOMIZE GROUPscreen, se

▲▼While the multi-information displayis in the LIGHTNING SETUP screenof the CUSTOMIZE GROUP, pressthe SEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to the above

▲▼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

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

▲▼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

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

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDAUTO DOOR LOCKAUTO DOOR UNLOCKKEYLESS LOCKACKNOWLEDGEMENTSECURITY RELOCK TIMERWhile the multi-information displayis in the CUSTOMIZE

−−−▲▼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 the multi-information displayis in the DOOR/WINDOW SETUPscreen of the CUSTOMIZE GROUP,press t

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

▲▼▲▼To select whether the driver’s doorunlocks or all the doors unlock whenyou unlock the doors with theremote, follow these instructions.While the mu

▲▼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

▲▼To exit KEYLESS LOCKACKNOWLEDGEMENT withoutchanging the current setting, selectEXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )button, then press the SEL/RESETbutton

▲▼▲▼When you unlock the doors bypressing the LOCK button on theremote or by grabbing the driver’sdoor handle while carrying theremote, the doors reloc

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:To dotheir job, airbags must inflate withtremendous force. So whileairbags help save

▲▼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

＊＊＊＊Canadian models only1:2 : Refer to the navigation system manual.Your Vehicle at a GlanceInstruments and Controls133MIRROR CONTROLSPASSENGER AIRBAG

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

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

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

The adaptive front lighting system(AFS) helps to improve visibilityduring nighttime driving. The AFScontrols the aiming direction andlighting distribu

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

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

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

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

The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever ne

−Moves the seat forwardand backward.Adjusts the seat-backangle forward orbackward.The controls for the poweradjustable front seats are on theoutside e

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.16Your vehicle has adjustable headrestraints

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 closet

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

Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirrorright,left,up,o

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

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

Your vehicle has the Keyless AccessSystem. When you carry the remotewith you, you can lock/unlock thedoor(s), unlock the trunk, and startthe engine wi

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).If you do not open any of

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.Theremote

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:The remote is too close to thetrunk lid.Theremoteisontheinteriorrearpanel.The remote is too close to theseatback of the

−−− 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 ).To turn off this feature, press andhold the LOCK and UNLOCKbuttonsat

＋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,

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.Have passengers with adjustablehead restraints adj

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

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

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

▲▼▲▲−−−−−−−−▲▼▼▼▲▼To use the heaters, press thebutton. The indicator next to thebutton will come on. There are threesettings in the heaters:Both front

Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters and the seatventilation:Use the HI setting only to heat orto ventilate the seats quickly,bec

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

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

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 moonroofstop before the desired position,repeat steps 2 and 3.To cl

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

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 Items184ASHTRAYFRONT DOOR POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSGLOVE BOX/OWNER’S MANUAL TRAYBEVERAGE HOLDERUTILITY POCKETSEAT-BACK POCKE

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

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,wit

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

The standard audio system hasmany features. This section de-scribes those features and how touse them.The climate control system in yourvehicle provid

Vents, Heating, A/C, and Climate Control194TEMPERATURE DISPLAYRECIRCULATIONBUTTONAUTOBUTTONOFFBUTTONDUAL BUTTONTEMPERATURE CONTROL BARSREARWINDOWDEFOG

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

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

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

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 the AUTO mode, the vehic

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

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

Playing the AM/FM Radio204PRESET BUTTONSAM/FMBUTTONTUNEBUTTONSTUNEBUTTONSAUTOSELECTBUTTONAM BUTTONFM BUTTONAUDIODISPLAYBUTTONSEEKBUTTONSAUDIODISPLAYBU

−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, A

−−−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 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertzDriving very near the transmitter ofa station that

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

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

To adjust them, press the AUDIObutton, push the interface selectordown, and turn the interface knob toSOUND. Then press ENTER on theselector.Selectthe

−− −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

Playing the XM Satellite RadioFeatures213PRESET BUTTONSCANBUTTONDISPLAY/MODEBUTTONSATELLITE RADIO BUTTONAUDIODISPLAYBUTTONUPPER DISPLAYINTERFACE DIALU

−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

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

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

CONTINUEDIf you turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position before your seatbelt is fastened, the beeper willsound and the indicator will flash. I

CONTINUEDPlaying DiscsFeatures219EJECTBUTTONEJECTBUTTONUPPER DISPLAYINTERFACE DIALINTERFACE DIALU.S. models (except Alaskan and Hawaiian) Canadian, Al

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:With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position, press and hold the LOADbutton until you hear a be

Select the changer by pressing theDISC button. The system will beginplaying the last selected disc in thedisc changer. You will see thecurrent disc po

To exit the track list display, pressthe AUDIO button, or push theinterface selector to the left. If you don’t, the system advances tothe next track,

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

Use the disc controls previouslydescribed.Compatible with variable bit rate andmulti-sessionBit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320

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

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

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

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 clea

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

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

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

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

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 at a safedistance without having to use theaccelerato

On model with Adaptive Cruise ControlCONTINUEDFor added safety, the front seat beltsare equipped with thee-pretensioners that work incombination with

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

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

CONTINUEDThe set speed can be decreasedusing the DECEL/SET button or thebrake pedal.To decrease the set speed with theDECEL/SET button, do this:Press

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

In addition, the front passenger’se-pretensioner does not activatewhen the passenger’s airbag isautomatically turned off because theweight sensor dete

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

−Todothis,pressandholdthetwooutside buttons on the HomeLinktransceiver for about 20 seconds,until the red indicator flashes.Release the buttons, then

Plug in the garage door openermotor, then test the HomeLinkbutton by pushing it for about 1second.If the button works,programming is complete.If the b

For security purposes, newer garagedoor opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’or variable code. Information fromthe remote control and the garagedoor opene

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 a new message, anenvelope icon appears in the topright corner of the navigation screen.To open a message:Press ENTER on the interfaceselec

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

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

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

−−−−Selectthis button to begin the processrequired to connect to Acura. This isused to access the most recentdiagnostic information when aproblem occu

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

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

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

When you make an appointmentthrough the Owner’s Link OnlineScheduling Service, you can bereminded about that appointmentthrough the AcuraLink two days

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 advi

To record a message:A microphone is located in the baseof the OnStar control panel so youcan speak to the advisor withouttaking your hands off the ste

Press this button to send dial toneswhile communicating with anautomated phone system during anOnStar personal call (see page ).The advisor will ask a

−−−−−−−−If you are ever in anaccident that causes the airbags todeploy, the OnStar systemautomatically places a call (providedthe OnStar system and yo

＊＊On models with Adaptive Cruise Control:Airbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your Airbags26(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(8)(7)(6)(4)(5)(10)(9)(9)(1

−−−−−−−The OnStaradvisor can give you verbaldirections from your current locationto a desired destination.If you need a ride(taxi, limousine service,

−The OnStar Personal Calling plan isan extra-cost option that gives youthe ability to use your vehicle’sOnStar system as a hands-freecellular telephon

−−You can also enter the number onedigit at a time. To make a phone call:Press the white phone button.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘D

−−Thisfeature allows you to access mostvoicemail systems and respond tonumber requests from computersystems, such as ‘‘Press 1 for sales;press 2 for s

− You can also store a telephonenumber and its name tag one digit ata time. To store them in the system:To store atelephone number and its name tagin

＜＞＜＞−−＜＞−Press the Call Answer or Call Endbutton.OnStar will respond with ‘‘OnStarready.’’Say ‘‘Delete.’’Say ‘‘Yes.’’Say the name tag for the numberyo

＜＞−OnStar will repeat that digit.Say the second digit of the code.OnStar will repeat that digit.Say the third digit of the code.OnStar will repeat tha

When you subscribe to personalcalling, you can also enjoy thebenefits of virtual advisor. Thisfeature lets you hear information inyour vehicle about w

OnStar uses the global positioningsystem (GPS) to locate your vehiclefor functions such as route guidanceand roadside assistance. GPS isaffected by st

Bluetooth is a registered trademarkof Bluetooth SIG, Inc.Bluetooth is the wireless technologythat links your phone to the HFL.TheHFLusesaClass3Bluetoo

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-bac

Here is the function of each HFLbutton:HFLTalk:Thisbuttonisusedbeforeyou give a command, to answerincoming calls, and to confirmsystem information.HFL

＊＊＊−−−−−＊Signal Strength Indicates thenetwork signal strength of thecurrent phone call. Five barsequals full strength.ROAM Status Indicates yourphone

TheHFLisoperatedbytheHFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel. The nextfew pages provide instructions for allbasic features of t

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 men

CONTINUEDPress 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

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

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

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, youwill hear

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

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

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 the name youwould like to delete. For example,say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is‘‘Do you want to

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

＜＞＜＞If there are paired phones withoutFrench name tags, the HFLresponse is ‘‘Pour que le systèmeidentifie les téléphones qui ont étéjumelés dans une a

＜＞＜＞If there are paired phones withoutEnglish name tags, the HFLresponse is ‘‘The language has beenchanged. For the system to identifyphones that were

294Main MenuTable of Contents

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

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product containsor emits chemicals known to thestate of California to cause cancerand birth defects or otherrepr

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

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

Combine several short trips intoone.The air conditioning puts an extraload on the engine which makes itusemorefuel.Usethefresh-airventilation when pos

When properly installed, cellularphones, alarms, two-way radios, andlow-powered audio systems shouldnot interfere with your vehicle’scomputer controll

Some examples are:Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Modifying your

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

−×Steps for determining correct loadlimit:Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicl

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

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

...Preparing to Drive . 310...Starting the Engine . 311Check Starting System...

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

If the engine does not start within15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed halfwaydown. If the eng

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

−−−−−−To avoid transmission damage, cometo a complete stop before shiftinginto Park. The shift lever must be inPark before you can remove the keyfrom

＋−＋−−＋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

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

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

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

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faste

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.Always steer moderatelywhen you are braking hard. Severeor sharp s

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

When the CMBS is on, the radarsensor constantly scans for vehiclesahead of you. This means thatdriving on a road with a few or novehicles could cause

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

If you ever have a moderate tosevere side impact, the sensors willdetect rapid deceleration and signalthe control unit to instantly inflateeither the

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

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

CONTINUEDWhen you pass a low bridge athigh speed.When you go over a sharp-edgedspeed bump at high speed.When you approach train tracks atthe bottom of

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.If you have a flat tire, the low tirepressure and tire monitor

CONTINUEDIf there is a system error with theTPMS, the multi-information displayshowsa‘‘SYSTEMFUNCTIONERROR’’ message (see page ),and the tire pressure

If one or more tires have lowpressure, the low tire pressureindicator on the instrument panelalso comes on (see page ).When cruise control is on while

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

When VSA activates, you will see theVSA activation indicator blink (seepage ).If this indicator comes on whiledriving, pull to the side of the roadwhe

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 designed toprimarily carry passengers and theircargo. You can also use it to tow atrailer if you carefully observe theload limit

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 th

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 trailer tosway. When being passed by a largevehicle, keep a c

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.This section also i

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

In a moderate to severe side impact,sensors will detect rapid decelerationand signal the control unit toinstantly inflate the side curtainairbag on th

−−−−−−−−−−−−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 oil life

▼▲▲▼Your dealer will reset the displayafter completing the requiredmaintenance service. You will see‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the display thenext time you

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

▼▲▼▲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 %.Your authorized dea

−−−−−−＃Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.Eng

＊＃＃＃＊CONTINUEDMaintenance Minder357:Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oilReplace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parkin

−−Maintenance Minder358Maintenance Sub ItemsReplace rear differential fluidDriving in mountainous areas at very low vehiclespeeds or trailer towing re

CONTINUEDThis indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect an infant or small child maybe in th

CONTINUEDMaintenance RecordMaintenance359mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMaintenancePe

Maintenance Record360mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiSignatureDateMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMaintenancePerformedAB123456AB123

＊＊: The power steering fluid reservoir is located under the right compartment cover.Fluid LocationsMaintenance361RADIATOR 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

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

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.Replace the brake fluid every 3 years,independent of mileage.If the level is below the lowermark,

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention

−−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 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)

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

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the two mounting boltsand remove the holding clip with aflat-tipped screwdriver.Carefully push up the side un

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

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

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.This could

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 mi

Make sure the rear floor mats areproperly hooked to the floor matanchors. Your vehicle is equippedwith front passenger’s seat weightsensors. If the re

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

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.

CONTINUEDTo safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.Keepi

Cold Tire PressureFrontRearCold Tire Pressure forNormal DrivingTire SizeTire Size/TypeCompact SpareFront:Rear:This chart shows the recommendedcold tir

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

It is best to replace all four tires atthesametime.Ifthatisnotpossibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing j

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

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

−−−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

There are no snow tires compatiblewith the PAX system, and not all tirechains are suitable for use on thePAX system tires. To prevent tirechain damage

−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

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 prep

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

Park the vehicle on firm, level, andnon-slippery ground. Put thetransmission in Park. Apply theparking brake. Take the tool case out of the sparetire.

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

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

△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

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

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 o

To check if they are set, turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position, without starting the engine.The malfunction indicator lamp willcome on for 2

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.Remove the cover from the fusebox.If someth

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

−＊＊No. Amps. Amps.No. Amps.No.Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected Circuits Protected123456789101112131415 A30 A10 A15 A10 A15 A7.5 A15 A30 A30 A20 A7

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

No. No.No. Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected Circuits ProtectedAmps.Amps.Amps.12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323312Starter di

No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected1234530 A30 A30 A30 A20 ASH-AWDPremium amplifierPassenger’s power windowDriver’s automatic se

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 y

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

−−＊＊＊＊Specifications426DimensionsWeightsAir ConditioningCapacities4.2 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 (2,8

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊＊＋−＊SpecificationsTechnical Information427BatteryFusesEngineLightsAlignmentTires12 V12 V60 W24/2.2 CP12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12 V12

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

−This can prevent childrenfrom accidentally falling out (seepage ).Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian pro

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

−−−−−−−−−−−−−Whenever tires are replaced, theyshould be replaced with tires of thesame size. Following is an exampleof tire size with an explanation o

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

＊＊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 a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

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

Customer Service...Information . 438...Warranty Coverages . 439Reporting Safety Defects...

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

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 f

−−−−−−−−−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

−＊＊＊＊２００５ＡＣＵThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form on

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

CONTINUED...Accessories . 303ACCESSORY (Ignition Switch...Position) . 147...

...Bulbs, Halogen . 372...Capacities Chart . 426...Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 56...

＊CONTINUED...Defrosting the Windows . 200...Differential Fluid . 426...Dimensions .

＊＊...Gas Mileage Improving . 302...Gasoline . 296...Gauge .

CONTINUED...Jacking up the Vehicle . 399...Jack, Tire . 398...Jump Star

...Lights On Indicator . 64Lights...Bulb Replacement . 372...Indicator . 61.

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

＊＊＊＊CONTINUED...Panel Brightness Control . 141...Park Gear Position . 314...Park

＊...Seats, Adjusting the . 151...Security System . 233...Sequential Sports Shift Mode . 315...

CONTINUEDUnexpected, Taking Care...of the . 393...Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 428...Un

＊＊＊＊...WARNING, Explanation of . ii...Warning Labels, Location of . 57...Warranty Coverages . 439Washer, Windshield..

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

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

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

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

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

＊＊Your Vehicle at a Glance4CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEMAUDIO SYSTEMPOWER DOORLOCK MASTERSWITCHINSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORSACCESSORYPOWER SOCKETSHOOD RELEASE LE

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

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. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

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

U.S. modelsCanadian modelsU.S. models Canadian modelsSafety Labels58SUN VISORDOORJAMBSMain MenuTable of Contents

＊＊＊＊2:3:Canadian models onlyRefer to the navigation system manual.Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance5MIRROR CONTROLSINSTRUMENTPANEL BRIG

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 LEVERDRIVIN

＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.:Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls61SIDE AIRBA

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 comes on when youturn on the fog lights. For moreinformation, see page .This indicator is in the fuel gauge. Itcomes on as a reminder t

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

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

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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.

Along with the trip meter, the tripcomputer calculates these values:Range is the estimated distance youcantravelonthefuelremaininginthe tank. This dis

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

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

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

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

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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

▲▼▲▼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

▲▼▲▼You can customize some of thevehicle control settings to yourpreference. Here are the settingsyou can customize:While the multi-information displa

▲▼Multi-Information DisplayInstruments and Controls85Press the or button.Press the SEL/RESET button.ADAPTIVE CRUISECONTROL SET UPseepage86METER SETUPs

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼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.If you choice is not

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

▲▼▲▼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.If your choice is not set, yo

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDLANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAYTRIP A & AVG. FUEL A RESETwith REFUELHere are the four custom settingsforthemeterset

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

▲▼If your choice is not set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE ENTRY. If thishappens, you need to re

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

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

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

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

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