Acura 2004 RL Owner's Manual

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Owner's Identification Form

Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

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Driver and Passenger Safety

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

Instruments and

Controls...........................................................................................................................55

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

Comfort and Convenience

Features.......................................................................................................119

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

Before Driving

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

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................215

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

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................239

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

Appearance

Care.........................................................................................................................................299

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.

Taking Care of the

Unexpected...............................................................................................................307

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

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................335

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

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

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

only)...............................................................................................................355

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index

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Service Information Summary

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

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Page 1 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) .............351 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................355 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in DELIVERY DATE effect at the time of approval for (Date sold to original retail purchaser) printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. DEALER NAME DEALER NO. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications...
Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations on your selection of the 2004 Acura 3.5 RL. We are certain As you read this manual, you will you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest luxury vehicles in find information that is preceded by the world.
Page 4 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle.
Page 5: Your Car At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance MIRROR CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.96) (P.57) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM DRIVING POSITION (P.120) MEMORY (P.98) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.134, 151) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.103) HOOD RELEASE TRUNK RELEASE FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON HANDLE HANDLE (P.88) (P.205) (P.206)
Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 75) FOG LIGHTS (P. 72) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 228) (P. 76) CRUISE CONTROL (P. 182) STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS ADJUSTMENTS (P. 73, 75) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 2. Adjust the Front Seats ... Protecting Small Children ..information about how to protect 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs .... Protecting Larger Children ..yourself and your passengers. It 4.
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 10: Your Car's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to (8) (10) (1) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features These safety features are designed Seat Belts In addition, most states and all to reduce the severity of injuries in a For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to crash.
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Airbags against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants. Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy.
Page 13: Seats & Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Seats & Seat-Backs Move the front Airbags offer no protection in rear What you should do: Your car’s seats are designed to keep seats as far back as possible, and impacts, rollovers, or minor you in a comfortable, upright keep adjustable seat-backs in an frontal or side collisions.
Page 14: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Front seat occupants are sitting The rest of this section gives more To make sure you and your upright and as far back as possible detailed information about how you passengers get the maximum from the steering wheel and can maximize your safety.
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver and other adult occupants. Your car has a door monitor light on These instructions also apply to the instrument panel to indicate children who have outgrown child when a specific door is not tightly...
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Adjust the Seat-Backs your seat belt properly, sit upright with your back against the seat, and Sitting too close to a front move the seat away from the airbag can result in serious steering wheel to the farthest injury or death if the front...
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust Adjust the Head Restraints the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as Reclining the seat-back too far possible. A passenger who sits too can result in serious injury or close to the dashboard could be death in a crash.
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Also check effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 19 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults If necessary, pull up on the belt again If a seat belt does not seem to work to remove any slack from the as it should, it may not protect the shoulder part, then check that the occupant in a crash.
Page 20: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured by their seats and put on seat belts, it is striking interior parts of the vehicle, very important that they continue to...
Page 21: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Remember, to get the best Pregnant women should also sit Advice for Pregnant Women protection from your car’s airbags upright and as far back as possible and other safety features, you must from the steering wheel or sit properly and wear your seat belt dashboard.
Page 22: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Do not attach hard objects on or If a side airbag Two people should never use the between yourself and a front near a front door. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp inflates, a cup holder or other hard...
Page 23: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a crash.
Page 24: Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Poses Serious Risks to Children Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your car has warning labels children must be properly restrained on the driver’s and front passenger’s in the back seat, your car has visors.
Page 26: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Use childproof door locks to Your car has three seating positions Many parents say they prefer to put prevent children from opening the in the back seat where children can an infant or small child in the front...
Page 27: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines for Using Lock all doors and the trunk when Do not leave children alone in your Children Leaving children without Child Seats your car is not in use. car. who play in vehicles can adult supervision is illegal in most The following pages give general accidentally get trapped inside the...
Page 28: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children The child seat should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be used. Due to variations in the design of child seats, vehicle seats, and seat belts, all child seats will not fit all vehicle seating positions.
Page 29 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Placing a Child Seat Front Passenger’s Seat This page briefly summarizes Acura’s Never in the front seat, due Infants: recommendations on where to place to the front airbag hazard. rear-facing and forward-facing child seats in your car.
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly and a good position to install the seat, a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat...
Page 31: Protecting Infants
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in position in the back, but not in the front seat.
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back seats have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions and tips on how to secure a rear-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle and pull...
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation Additional Precautions for Infants facing child seat may prevent the Tips Never hold an infant on your lap. driver or a front-seat passenger from If you are not wearing a seat belt moving the seat as far back as in a crash, you could be thrown...
Page 35: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, the best place to install a forward-facing child seat is Improperly placing a forward- in one of the seating positions in the facing child seat in the front back seat.
Page 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back and front passenger seating positions have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a forward-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle and pull...
Page 38: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children Additional Precautions for Small When a child reaches the Children recommended weight or height limit Never hold a small child on your Allowing a larger child to sit lap. If you are not wearing a seat for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can belt in a crash, you could be...
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children their thighs as shown, the child is Checking Seat Belt Fit Do not put any accessories on a seat probably big enough to wear the seat Devices intended to improve belt. belt. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely However, if the shoulder belt compromise the protective capability...
Page 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child should continue using a Using a Booster Seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front booster seat until the child exceeds The National Highway Traffic Safety the booster seat manufacturer’s Administration and Transport requirements.
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Physical Size while age may be one indicator of Physically, a child must be large ride up front, be sure to: when a child can safely ride in the enough for the lap/shoulder belt to front, there are other important...
Page 42: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers Since a tether can provide additional security, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available. (Tethers are required in Canada.) Your car has three tether anchorage To use either outside anchorage points for securing a tether-style point, lift the rear head restraint,...
Page 43: Using Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using LATCH LOWER ANCHOR MARKS TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK LOWER ANCHORS TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Your car is equipped with LATCH Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point as shown in (Lower Anchors and Tethers for the illustration, then tighten the Children) at the outer rear seats.
Page 44 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Small marks are positioned to indicate the locations of each anchor point. To install a LATCH-compatible child seat: Move the seat belt buckle or seat belt tongue away from the lower anchors. SEAT-BACK TRIM COVER Rigid type Pull up the seat-back trim cover.
Page 45 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Flexible type Follow the child seat maker’s Lift the rear head restraint, then Attach the tether strap hook to the instructions for any additional route the tether strap over the tether anchorage point, and advice on adjusting or tightening seat-back between the legs of the...
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 47: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To unlock the belt, push the red Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. shoulder belts in all five seating positions.
Page 48: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the shoulder part of the belt is Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners might not cause the airbags to pulled all the way out, the locking deploy. In this case, the airbags mechanism will activate.
Page 49: Seat Belt Maintenance
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance If a seat belt is worn during a crash, For safety, you should check the it must be replaced by the dealer. A condition of your seat belts regularly. belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious...
Page 50: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags SRS Components An indicator light on the How Your Front Airbags Work Your Supplemental Restraint System instrument panel that alerts you to (SRS) includes: a possible problem with the system (see page Two front airbags.
Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat After a crash, you may see what belts help restrain your lower body looks like smoke. This is actually and torso. Your airbag provides a powder from the airbag’s surface.
Page 52: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work To get the best protection from the Your car is equipped with side side airbags, front seat occupants airbags for the driver and a front should wear their seat belts and sit seat passenger.
Page 53: How The Srs Indicator Light Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the light comes on at any other How the SRS Indicator Light Works time, or does not come on at all, you The purpose of the SRS should have the system checked by Ignoring the SRS indicator light indicator light is to alert your dealer.
Page 54: How The Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Cutoff If a small-statured adult leans A front seat passenger should not Indicator Light Works sideways, or larger adult slouches use a cushion or other object as a This light alerts you that and leans sideways into the backrest.
Page 55: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions Do not cover or replace front seat- Your front and side airbag systems Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting an are virtually maintenance-free, and Together, airbags and Improperly airbags.
Page 56: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car’s exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car’s problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Page 57: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models Canadian models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Acura dealer for a replacement.
Page 58: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Controls Near the Steering Front Passenger’s Seat the controls and displays that Wheel ........Adjustments ......contribute to the daily operation of Headlights ........Head Restraints ......your Acura. All the essential controls Automatic Lighting ....
Page 59: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations MIRROR CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL (P. 96) SYSTEM (P. 120) DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P. 83) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY (P. 98) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 103) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 134, 151) TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON (P. 88) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE...
Page 60: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights MALFUNCTION MAINTENANCE HIGH BEAM SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (P.59) (P.60) INDICATOR REQUIRED INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR LAMP (P.66) (P.62) (P.59, 323) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE VSA ACTIVATION...
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada indicators to give you important Indicator information about your car. The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when Parking Brake and Brake System Seat Belt Reminder Light the engine is running.
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Lights On Indicator Immobilizer System Supplemental Restraint (U.S. models only) Indicator System Indicator This indicator reminds you that the This indicator comes on for a few This indicator lights when you turn exterior lights are on. It comes on seconds when you turn the ignition the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Anti-lock Brake System (VSA) System Indicator (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: This light normally comes on for a a few seconds when you turn the few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Brake Lamp Indicator Door and Trunk Open Monitor Turn Signal and Hazard Warning If a brake light does not work, the Indicators BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on The left or right turn signal light when you push the brake pedal with blinks when you signal a lane change the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Low Fuel Indicator High Beam Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator This light comes on as a reminder This light comes on with the high Canadian models only that you must refuel soon. beam headlights. See page This indicator lights when you turn information on the headlight the ignition switch to ON (II) with...
Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE SELECT GAUGE BUTTON numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h).
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges There are two trip meters: Trip A Odometer Trip Meter The odometer shows the total dis- and Trip B. Switch between these tance your car has been driven. It displays by pressing the Select SELECT measures miles in U.S.
Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge This indicator displays the outside This shows the temperature of the This shows how much fuel you have. temperature in Fahrenheit in U.S. engine’s coolant. During normal It is most accurate when the vehicle models, and in Centigrade in operation, the pointer should rise...
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Your dealer will reset this indicator Maintenance Required Indicator after completing the scheduled MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR maintenance. If this maintenance is SELECT BUTTON done by someone other than your Acura dealer, reset the indicator as follows.
Page 70: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING WINDSHIELD column contain controls for driving STABILITY TURN SIGNALS LIGHTS WIPERS/WASHERS features you use most often. The left ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH lever controls the turn signals, FOG LIGHTS...
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door. U.S. models only When the light switch is in either of these positions, the Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder.
Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel To flash the high beams, pull the Automatic Lighting Lights On indicator comes on as a turn signal lever back lightly, then reminder. The lights and indicator release it. The high beams will come will turn off automatically when the AUTO POSITION on and go off.
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Do not leave the light switch in Daytime Running Lights AUTO if you will not be driving the (Canadian Models) vehicle for an extended period (a With the headlight switch off, the week or more).
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instrument Panel Brightness To reduce glare at night, the instru- Turn Signals ment panel illumination dims when INSTRUMENT PANEL you turn the light switch to BRIGHTNESS DIAL . Turning the instrument panel brightness control fully to the left, past the detent, will return the instru- ment panel to its full brightness.
Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel To signal a lane change, push lightly Fog Lights on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.
Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch. If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay, the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed...
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Wiper Arms Winter Position The windshield wiper arms have two WIPER ARMS parked positions: Winter and Summer. In the winter position, the arms sit slightly above the edge of the hood. This reduces the possibili- ty of damage to the wiper arms or windshield wiper motor by a build-up of snow and ice.
Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Washers Hazard Warning Cars without Navigation System To clean the windshield, pull back on Push the red button to turn on the the wiper control lever. The washers hazard warning lights (four-way spray until you release the lever.
Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Adjustments See page for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Your Acura’s steering wheel is electrically-adjustable for angle and distance. The adjustment switch is on the left side of the steering column.
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Automatic Movement AUTO SWITCH Locate the adjustment switch on Release the switch when the the left side of the steering column. steering wheel reaches the The AUTO switch controls automat- Move the steering wheel, in, out, desired position.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The steering wheel then returns to its original position when you insert the key back in the ignition switch. Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the Driving Position Memory System (see page Instruments and Controls...
Page 82: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Keys need to replace a key, use only an Acura-approved key blank. VALET MASTER NUMBER KEYS These keys contain electronic (Gray) (Black) circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Immobilizer System Remote Transmitter Your car also comes with two remote The Immobilizer System protects transmitters; see page for an your car from theft. A properly- explanation of the operation. coded master or valet key must be used in the ignition switch for the Learning Key engine to start.
Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks The system may not recognize your Do not attempt to alter this system As required by the FCC: key’s coding if another immobilizer or add other devices to it. Electrical This device complies with Part 15 of the key or other metal object is near the problems could result that may make FCC rules.
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks You can insert or from ACCESSORY to ON. Ignition Switch LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSORY to Use this position START (III) LOCK, you must push the key in only to start the engine.
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Power Door Locks To lock any passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, push the MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH LOCK TAB lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the master switch down, then close the...
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks When you push the UNLOCK button Lockout Prevention Remote Transmitter If you forget and leave the key in the once, only the driver’s door unlocks. ignition switch, Lockout Prevention LOCK The remaining doors unlock when BUTTON will not allow you to lock the driver’s you push the button a second time.
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks If you unlock the doors with the Turning the Beep Off and On Panic Mode remote transmitter, but do not open You can program the keyless entry Panic mode allows you to remotely any of the doors within 30 seconds, system so it does not beep when you activate your car’s security system to...
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Remove the old battery and note the Replacing the Battery polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing up), then insert it in the transmitter. Snap the two halves of the transmitter case back together.
Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Childproof Door Locks Transmitter Care As required by the FCC: Avoid severe shock to the trans- This device complies with Part 15 of the mitter, such as dropping or throwing FCC rules. Operation is subject to the it.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Trunk MASTER KEY TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON TRUNK MAIN SWITCH You can open the trunk in three To close the trunk, press down on To protect items in the trunk when ways: the trunk lid. you need to give the key to someone else: Press the trunk release button on...
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Lock the glove box with the Emergency Trunk Opener Parents should decide if their master key. children should be shown how to use this feature. Make sure the trunk pass-through cover is locked (see page For more information about child safety, see page Give the person the valet key.
Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle.
Page 94: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver’s Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. Your Acura has power adjustments for both front seats. The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom.
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments The driver’s seat includes a memory feature. Two seat positions can be stored in separate memories. You can then select a memorized position by pushing the appropriate memory button. Refer to page for how to memorize and select the seat positions.
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver’s Lumbar Support Front Passenger’s Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Head Restraints To remove a head restraint for See page for important safety cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Make sure all items in the trunk and Rear Seat Armrest Trunk Pass-through Cover those extending through the pass- KNOB through are secured. For security, this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SENSOR INDICATOR clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before SELECTOR SWITCH you start driving. AUTO BUTTON The inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare.
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the HEATED MIRROR BUTTON adjustment button so you can’t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the button. Outside mirror positions can be stored in the driving position memory system (see page...
Page 101: Driving Position Memory System
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Your Acura has a memory feature Storing a Driving Position in Memory MEMO BUTTON for the steering wheel, driver’s seat, Store a driving position as explained and outside mirror positions. in this section only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Doing any of the following after Press the desired memory button Selecting a Memorized Position pressing the MEMO button will (1 or 2) until you hear a beep, then cancel the storing procedure. MEMORY BUTTONS release the button.
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System, Seat Heaters To stop the system’s automatic ad- If desired, you can use the adjust- Seat Heaters justment; ment switches to change the posi- tions of the seat, steering wheel or SEAT HEATERS Press any button on the control outside mirrors after they are in...
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters, Ski Sleeve The HI or LO indicator lights and Follow these precautions whenever Ski Sleeve remains lit until you turn it off by you use the seat heaters: The ski sleeve allows you to carry pushing the opposite side of the skis or other long objects safely switch lightly.
Page 105: Ski Sleeve
Main Menu Table of Contents Ski Sleeve Follow these precautions when you use the ski sleeve: Do not transport skis that are longer or heavier than these limits: Maximum length: 84 in (215 cm) Maximum weight: 55 lbs (25 kg) After use, make sure the ski sleeve is dry both inside and out before folding it up for storage.
Page 106: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your car’s windows are electrically- DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window. Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can Each door has a switch that controls cause serious injury.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to Auto Reverse tains these extra features: the passenger’s window. With this If the driver’s window runs into any switch off, the passenger’s window obstacle while it is closing AUTO To open the driver’s...
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows, Moonroof If your car’s battery is disconnected The power window system has a key- Moonroof or goes dead, or the driver’s window off delay function. The windows will fuse is removed, the AUTO function still operate for up to ten minutes OPEN/CLOSE SWITCH...
Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To close the moonroof, push the The moonroof has an AUTO OPEN/CLOSE switch forward and function. To open the moonroof fully, hold it. The moonroof will not close pull the OPEN/CLOSE switch TILT-UP SWITCH completely;...
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof, Parking Brake with the ABS indicator (see page Parking Brake If you try to open the moonroof in RELEASE LEVER below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Digital Clock Press and hold the HOUR button HOUR MIN. RESET until the hour advances to the desired hour. Press and hold the MIN. button until the numbers advance to the desired time. You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour.
Page 112: Sunglasses Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Sunglasses Holder You may also store small items in Push this holder. Make sure they are small enough to let the holder close and latch, and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving.
Page 113: Beverage Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holder To use the front beverage holder, Be careful when you are using the The rear seat also has a beverage push on the lid. The beverage holder beverage holder. A spilled liquid that holder in the center armrest.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Console Compartment, Coin Box Console Compartment Coin Box ARMREST PAD LEVER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COIN BOX To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray The coin box is located under the air pull the lever and lift the lid.
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror Make sure you put the sun visor Sun Visor Vanity Mirror back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle. Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror.
Page 116: Accessory Power Socket
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply NOTCH power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET The accessory power socket is Route the wire through the notch in...
Page 117: Cigarette Lighter
Main Menu Table of Contents Cigarette Lighter Push CIGARETTE LIGHTER The cigarette lighter is next to the The ignition switch must be in front ashtray under the ashtray lid. ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the Open the lid by pushing on it. cigarette lighter to work.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Ashtrays INNER TRAY Use the ashtray only f or cigarettes, cigars, and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible f ire and damage to your car, don’t put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray. ASHTRAY Open the front ashtray by pushing The rear ashtrays are in the front...
Page 119: Ceiling Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Ceiling Lights FRONT REAR Both front and rear ceiling lights right), the main lights stay on U.S. models only contain a main light as well as two continuously. With the light switch in the AUTO spotlights.
Page 120: Courtesy Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Courtesy Lights Even if the door is open, the lights The door courtesy lights and ceiling will turn off after three minutes lights (with the switch in the center when the key is not in the ignition position) also come on when you switch or the ignition switch is in the remove the key from the ignition...
Page 121 Main Menu...
Page 122: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features Climate Control System ....Cruise Control ....... U.S. 3.5 RL with Navigation System 3.5 RL without Navigation System AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer/ HomeLink Universal Fully-automatic Operation ..Satellite Digital Radio Audio Transceiver ......Semi-automatic Operation ..System ........
Page 123: Climate Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The automatic climate control CENTER VENTS SIDE VENTS system in your Acura picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to Open maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 125: Rl Without Navigation System Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System 3.5 RL without Navigation System Fully-automatic Operation TEMPERATURE FULL AUTO FAN CONTROL To put the Automatic Climate CONTROL DIAL DISPLAY DIAL Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial.
Page 126: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various TEMPERATURE AIR CONDITIONING functions of the Climate Control CONTROL DIAL BUTTON system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculated and Fresh Air These two buttons control the source of the air going into the sys- MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL tem. In Fresh Air mode ( air is brought in from outside the ve- hicle.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield. The main air flow comes from the floor vents. The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select , the A/C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode.
Page 130: 3.5 Rl With Navigation System Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System U.S. 3.5 RL with Navigation System AUTO BUTTON TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate OFF BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button. Then set the desired temperature by pressing either side of the TEMP button: to raise the temperature above the displayed value, or...
Page 131: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various MODE ICONS functions of the Climate Control system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Some of these functions appear in the Navigation System display.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System When you turn the A/C off, the Recirculation Button Fan Speed Icon system cannot regulate the inside This button controls the source of You can manually select the fan temperature if you set it below the the air going into the system.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Icons Use the MODE icons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents and the side vents in all modes. The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select , the A/C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode.
Page 135: Rear Ventilation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System You can adjust the direction of the Rear Ventilation Mode Control Lever air coming from the upper vents in Use the mode control lever to select AIR FLOW UPPER the center console by moving the tab the air flow level.
Page 136: Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor TEMPERATURE SENSOR SUNLIGHT SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 137: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer 3.5 RL without Navigation System Audio System Your Acura’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 138: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio You can use any of five methods to SCAN The SCAN function The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected samples all the stations with strong ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO signals on the selected band.
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Preset frequencies of your favorite radio PWR/VOL TUNE KNOB ST INDICATOR KNOB BUTTON BUTTON stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT A.SEL INDICATOR TUNE KNOB traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.
Page 141: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Select BAL or FAD by pressing the Adjusting the Sound Audio System Lighting Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are TUNE knob. Adjust the Balance or You can use the instrument panel each adjustable. You select which of Fader to your liking by turning the brightness control dial to adjust the il- these you want to adjust by pressing...
Page 142: Operating The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Dolby noise reduction turns on when If you turn the system off while a Operating the Cassette Player The ignition switch must be in you insert a cassette. The indi- tape is playing, either with the PWR/ ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).
Page 143: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Tape Search Functions TAPE DIRECTION CASSETTE SLOT PWR/VOL KNOB With a cassette playing, you can use INDICATOR the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT DOLBY INDICATOR function to find a desired program. FF/REW Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SKIP The SKIP function allows RPT INDICATOR you to find the beginning of a song or passage. To skip to the beginning of a song or passage currently playing, push the button. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions REPEAT Caring for the Cassette Player continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find Damaged cassettes can jam inside song or passage. Press the RPT the end of a song or passage.
Page 146: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer Your Acura’s audio system has an in- LOAD BUTTON DISC INDICATOR dash CD changer that holds up to six CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment.
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System For best results use only high quality When LOAD appears again in the To load a single CD: CD-R discs labeled for audio use. display, insert the next disc into The CD player can only play closed the CD slot.
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing, the system will stop LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT BUTTON playing that CD and start the loading CD LOADED INDICATOR sequence. It will then play the CD just loaded.
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To move rapidly within a track, press REPEAT To activate the Repeat Operation Select the CD changer by pressing and hold the appropriate SKIP feature, press and release the RPT button. You will hear a beep and the button.
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To take the system out of CD mode, press the AM or FM button, or insert PWR/VOL KNOB FM BUTTON a cassette in the player. If a tape is already in the cassette player, press RPT INDICATOR RDM INDICATOR the TAPE button.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Removing CDs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently playing, press the CD eject button. CD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT You will see ‘‘EJCT’’ in the display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the Load sequence so you can load another CD in that position.
Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the CD eject button Protecting Compact Discs while listening to the radio or tape, For information on how to handle or with the audio system turned off, and protect compact discs, see page the disc that was last selected is ejected.
Page 153: Cd Changer Error Indications
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Changer Error Indications Indication Cause Solution If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs, to the right.
Page 154: U.s. 3.5 Rl With Navigation System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer/ U.S. 3.5 RL with Navigation System Satellite Digital Radio Audio System Your Acura’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 155: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use any of five methods to The SCAN function Operating the Radio SCAN The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected samples all the stations with strong ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to signals on the selected band.
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Preset You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio PWR/VOL AM/FM BUTTON ST INDICATOR TUNE KNOB KNOB stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band.
Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT A.SEL INDICATOR TUNE KNOB traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.
Page 158: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Select BAL or FAD by pressing the Audio System Lighting Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are TUNE knob. Adjust the Balance or You can use the instrument panel each adjustable. You select which of Fader to your liking by turning the brightness control dial to adjust the il- these you want to adjust by pressing...
Page 159: Radio Frequencies
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Acura’s radio can receive the How well your Acura’s radio receives complete AM and FM bands. stations is dependent on many Those bands cover these frequen- factors, such as the distance from cies: the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric...
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 161: Digital Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Digital Clock CLOCK BUTTON The audio system display usually shows the time when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). To set the clock, press and hold the CLOCK (CD/TAPE) button until the number flash.
Page 162: Operating The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Dolby noise reduction turns on when If you turn the system off while a Operating the Cassette Player The ignition switch must be in you insert a cassette. The indi- tape is playing, either with the PWR/ ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).
Page 163: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use PWR/VOL KNOB TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT DOLBY INDICATOR function to find a desired program. CASSETTE SLOT FF/REW Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SKIP The SKIP function allows you to find the beginning of a song RPT INDICATOR or passage. To skip to the beginning of a song or passage currently playing, push the button. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions REPEAT continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find song or passage. Press the RPT the end of a song or passage. These button to activate it;...
Page 166: Caring For The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes. When they are not in use, store Caring for the Cassette Player The cassette player picks up dirt and Cassettes longer than that use cassettes in their cases to protect oxides from the tape.
Page 167: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer Your Acura’s audio system has an in- dash CD changer that holds up to six LOAD CD EJECT DISC discs, providing several hours of BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR continuous entertainment. You CD SLOT operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and...
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System For best results use only high quality When LOAD appears again in the To load a single CD: CD-R discs labeled for audio use. display, insert the next disc into The CD player can only play closed the CD slot.
Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing, the system will stop LOAD BUTTON AM/FM CD SLOT BUTTON playing that CD and start the loading sequence. It will then play the CD CD LOADED just loaded.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To move rapidly within a track, press REPEAT To activate the Repeat Operation Select the CD changer by pressing and hold the appropriate SKIP feature, press and release the RPT button. You will hear a beep and the button.
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To take the system out of CD mode, press the AM/FM button or insert a PWR/VOL CD/TAPE BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON KNOB cassette in the player. If a tape is RPT INDICATOR already in the cassette player, press RDM INDICATOR the CD/TAPE button.
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Removing CDs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently CD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT playing, press the CD eject button. You will see ‘‘EJCT’’ in the display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the Load sequence so you can load another CD in that position.
Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the CD eject button while listening to the radio or tape, or with the audio system turned off, the disc that was last selected is ejected. After that disc is ejected, pressing the CD eject button again will eject the next disc in the numerical order.
Page 174: Protecting Compact Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Do not place it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 175: Cd Changer Error Indications
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Changer Error Indications Indication Cause Solution If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs, to the right.
Page 176: Satellite Digital Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Satellite Digital Radio Only on U.S. Cars CATEGORY MODE CHANNEL MODE INDICATOR INDICATOR Your Acura is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the PWR/VOL SAT RADIO DISP TUNE KNOB KNOB BUTTON BUTTON United States except Hawaii and Alaska.
Page 177: Operating Satellite Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating Satellite Radio Each time you press and release the MORE The display allows you to To listen to satellite radio, turn the DISP button, the display changes in see up to ten characters in an artist’s ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) the following sequence: channel name or song title.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SCAN The SCAN function gives To store a channel: Pick the preset button you want you a sampling of all channels while Preset You can store up to 12 for that channel. Press and hold in the channel mode.
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be of the vehicle may cause satellite blocked by reception interruptions. To help mountains or compensate for this, ground-based large obstacles repeaters are placed in major to the south.
Page 180: Receiving Satellite Radio Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Depending on where you drive, you Receiving Satellite Radio Service As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly If your XM Radio service has expired Interference can be caused by any of or you purchased your car from a approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...
Page 181: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you decide to purchase XM While awaiting activation, make sure Remote Audio Controls Satellite Radio service, contact XM your vehicle remains in an open area Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at with good reception. Once your AUDIO/CH BUTTON 1-800-852-9696.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The top and bottom buttons adjust If you are playing a cassette, use the U.S. Cars only the volume up ( ) or down ( ). AUDIO/CH button to advance to the If you are listening to satellite radio, Press the proper button and hold it next selection.
Page 183: Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If your car’s battery is disconnected You will have to store your favorite Theft Protection Your car’s audio system will disable or goes dead, or the radio fuse is stations in the Preset buttons after itself if it is disconnected from removed, the audio system will the system begins working.
Page 184: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM LIGHT your car and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the master key The horn sounds and a combination or the remote transmitter without of headlights, parking lights, side triggering the alarm.
Page 185: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH Improper use of the cruise accelerator pedal.
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control The cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed set speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed.
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After Press and hold the SET/decel completing the pass, take your foot button.
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control When you push the CANCEL button, Pressing the Cruise Control Master or tap the brake pedal, the CRUISE Switch turns the system completely CONTROL light on the instrument off and erases the previous cruising panel will go out and the vehicle will speed from memory.
Page 189: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal Important Safety Precautions General Information Transceiver built into your car can Always refer to the operating If you are training HomeLink to be programmed to operate remotely- instructions and safety information operate a garage door or gate, it is controlled devices around your home, that came with your garage door...
Page 190: Training Homelink
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Training HomeLink If you just took If you are training the second or Before you begin Before you can use HomeLink to delivery of your car and have not third buttons, go directly to Step 1. operate devices around your home, it trained any of the buttons in must ‘‘learn’’...
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Canadian Owners: The remote control you are training from may stop transmitting after two seconds. This is not long enough for HomeLink to learn the code. Release and press the button on the remote control every two seconds until HomeLink has learned the code.
Page 192: Training With A Rolling Code System
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the button does not work, repeat Repeat these steps to train the Training With a Rolling Code this procedure to train it again. If it other two HomeLink buttons to System still does not work, you may have a operate any other remotely- For security purposes, newer garage...
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver It may be helpful to have someone Press and hold the button on assist you with this procedure. HomeLink for 3 4 seconds. TRAINING (The same button you trained with BUTTON Make sure you have properly the ‘‘Training HomeLink’’...
Page 194: Erasing Codes
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Release both buttons. HomeLink Retraining a Button As required by the FCC: To train an already programmed should now be trained to operate This device complies with Part 15 of the HomeLink button to operate a new the device.
Page 195: Onstar
Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar OnStar Control Panel OnStar Services Button U.S. models only The OnStar system in your car gives you access to a wide range of CALL SYSTEM Press this button to contact an ANSWER/END STATUS LIGHT services and information with the OnStar advisor.
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar To cancel these retries, press the The advisor will ask about the nature System Status Light Call Answer/End (DOT) button. of the emergency, locate your car, This light shows you the status of and notify the appropriate the system.
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar Safe and Sound Plan Features Automatic Notification of Airbag Remote Door Locking/Unlocking The OnStar system uses the Global Deployment If you are ever in an By sending a signal to your car, Positioning System (GPS) to locate accident that causes the airbags to the advisor can lock or unlock your your car whenever you place a call.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar Misplaced Vehicle Assistance Directions and Connections Plan Luxury and Leisure Plan If you are unable to locate your car in Features Features a large parking lot or parking The Directions and Connections The Luxury and Leisure plan structure, contact OnStar at (888) 4- Plan provides these additional provides all the benefits of the other...
Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar OnStar will respond with ‘‘Dialing’’ Personal Calling Placing a Telephone Call The OnStar Personal Calling plan is must use voice commands to give and then repeat the complete an extra-cost option that gives you the OnStar system your calling telephone number.
Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar ‘‘Pardon’’ The system could not Incoming Telephone Calls Storing a Nametag To store a match your voice command to one it When someone places a telephone telephone number and its nametag in knows. Repeat the command call to you, the audio system will the system: distinctly.
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar Repeat the nametag. To delete a To redial Deleting a Nametag Redialing a Number OnStar will respond with ‘‘Storing nametag and telephone number from the last telephone number you nametag .’’ memory: called: Press the DOT button. Press the DOT button.
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar Press the DOT button. To purchase more Keeping Track of Units Adding Units OnStar will respond with ‘‘Ready.’’ You must prepurchase units units of cellular air time: Say ‘‘Security.’’ (minutes) of cellular air time. The OnStar will respond with ‘‘Enter OnStar system tracks how many Press the DOT button.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar If you do not have Internet access, a OnStar Virtual Advisor Personal Identification Number When you subscribe to Personal default profile can be set up for you. You make up and provide your Calling, you can also enjoy the Personal Identification Number benefits of Virtual Advisor.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar System Limitations When you turn off your car’s ignition, As required by the FCC: OnStar uses the Global Positioning the OnStar system goes into low- This device complies with Part 15 of the System (GPS) to locate your car for power mode.
Page 205 Main Menu...
Page 206: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline ......... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Gasoline In Canada, some gasolines contain Help assure your car’s future Your Acura is designed to operate on an octane-enhancing additive called reliability and performance by paying premium unleaded gasoline with a MMT.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly HOOD RELEASE HANDLE tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until...
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without Oil Check sliding the hood latch handle, or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or DIPSTICK does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page Lift the hood up most of the way.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Insert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank.
Page 212: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your A cold engine uses more fuel than a Driving Habits driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 213: Accessories And Modifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your car, or installing However, if electronic accessories some non-Acura accessories, can are improperly installed, or exceed make your car unsafe. Before you your car’s electrical system capacity, Improper accessories or make any modifications or add any modifications can affect your they can interfere with the operation...
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Larger or smaller wheels and tires Modifications Do not attach hard objects on or Removing parts from your vehicle, can interfere with the operation of If a side airbag near a front door. or replacing components with non- your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and inflates, a cup holder or other hard...
Page 215: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the front doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Subtract the combined weight of Load Limit The maximum load limit for your car the driver and passengers from is 850 lbs (395 kg). 850 lbs (395 kg). Overloading or improper This figure includes the total weight loading can affect handling and of all occupants, cargo, accessories, The resulting figure equals the...
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on Compartment a Roof Rack Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the be thrown around and hurt floor of the trunk, placing the someone during a crash.
Page 218 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather automatic transmission. It also at High Altitude ....includes important information on Automatic Transmission ....
Page 219: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the adjustment of the seat Turn the ignition switch ON (II). and adjustments every day before (see page Check the indicator lights in the you drive your car. instrument panel.
Page 220: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine still does not start, Push the accelerator pedal half- press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there In cold weather, turn off all way down and hold it there while while starting the engine.
Page 221: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Your Acura’s transmission has four Shift Lever Positions forward speeds, and is electronically controlled for smoother shifting. It SHIFT LEVER also has a ‘‘lock-up’’ torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park position. Reverse (R) To shift to Reverse To shift from: Do this: P to R Press the brake pedal. from Park, see the explanation under If you have done all of the above and Park.
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) Use this position for Second (2) This position locks Engine Speed Limiter your normal driving. The transmis- the transmission in second gear. It If you exceed the maximum speed sion automatically selects a suitable does not downshift to first gear for the gear you are in, the engine gear for your speed and acceleration.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal does not work. Set the Parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on the front wheels away from the curb. Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the windows are closed.
Page 226: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Your Acura is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds All four brakes have audible brake assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- wear indicators.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates Your car has an Anti-lock Brake brake pedal; this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard purpose of the ABS.
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System A vehicle with ABS may require a function of the braking system has Important Safety Reminders ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or shut down. The brakes still work like distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or a conventional system without anti-...
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together, and the parking brake is fully released, the front-to-rear braking distribution system may also shut down. Test your brakes as instructed on page .
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The Vehicle Stability Assist system The VSA system cannot enhance the VSA Activation Indicator helps to stabilize the vehicle during vehicle’s driving stability in all cornering if the vehicle turns more situations and does not control your or less than desired.
Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the VSA indicator comes on while VSA Off Switch VSA System Indicator driving, pull to the side of the road VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR when it is safe and turn off the engine.
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA is turned on every time you VSA and Tire Sizes start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel off the last time you drove the sizes may cause the VSA to vehicle.
Page 233: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Always drive Exercise extra caution when driving Driving Technique slower than you would in dry in rain after a long dry spell. After weather. It takes your car longer to months of dry weather, the first react, even in conditions that may rains bring oil to the surface of the seem just barely damp.
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Being able to see Check your tires Visibility Traction clearly in all directions and being frequently for wear and proper visible to other drivers are important pressure. Both are important in in all weather conditions.
Page 235: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your Acura has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Checking Loads start by loading 60 percent of the The best way to confirm that vehicle load toward the front of the trailer and trailer weights are within limits Exceeding load limits or and 40 percent toward the rear, then improperly loading your car and...
Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Hitches Trailer Brakes Accessories Any hitch used on your car must be Acura recommends that any trailer Towing can require a variety of properly bolted to the underbody. having a total weight of 1,000 lbs equipment, depending on the size of (450 kg) or more be equipped with your trailer, how it will be used, and...
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights Your car has a trailer lighting GROUND BACK-UP LIGHT LEFT TURN SIGNAL (BLACK) (GREEN/BLACK) (PINK/BLUE) connector located in the trunk by the left taillight. To use the connector, undo the fastener on the left side of the trunk lining.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your car tires and spare are Additional Trailer Equipment Many states and Canadian provinces When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page require special outside mirrors when driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are towing a trailer.
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. height of a trailer will affect your car’s than normal.
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Parking Crosswinds and air turbulence Follow all normal precautions when caused by passing trucks can disrupt parking, including putting the your steering and cause trailer transmission in Park and firmly swaying.
Page 242 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... Battery ........... important to keep your car well Important Safety Precautions . Wiper Blades ......... maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Schedule ....Air Conditioning System ....maintenance safety precautions.
Page 243: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Regularly maintaining your car is the This section includes instructions for Some of the most important safety best way to protect your investment. simple maintenance tasks, such as precautions are given here. However, Proper maintenance is essential to checking and adding oil.
Page 244 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 245: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Trailer towing, driving with a roof Your authorized Acura dealer knows U.S. Cars: rack, or driving in mountainous your car best and can provide Maintenance, replacement, or conditions. competent, efficient service. repair of emissions control However, service at a dealer is not devices and systems may be done Driving on muddy, dusty, or...
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 282 )
Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil and oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your car. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km Date Date...
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km Date 127,500 mi mi/km 204,000 km Date 131,250 mi mi/km 210,000 km Date 135,000 mi mi/km 216,000 km Date 138,750 mi mi/km...
Page 252: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level Check every Tires Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 253: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID WASHER FLUID (Red cap) (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...
Page 254: Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your car for as API CERTIFICATION SEAL To add oil, unscrew and remove the long as you own it.
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil The numbers on the container’s label Synthetic Oil Additives tell you the oil’s viscosity or weight. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Your Acura does not need any oil Select the oil for your car according it meets the same requirements additives.
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Changing the Oil and Filter OIL FILTER OIL DRAIN BOLT Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance WASHER (miles/kilometers) recommenda- tions in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contami- nants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Install a new oil filter according to Refill the engine with the recom- Let the engine run for several instructions that come with it. mended oil. minutes, then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Engine oil change capacity then reinstall the drain bolt.
Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center.
Page 259: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
Page 260 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Put the radiator cap back on. Tighten it fully. RADIATOR CAP Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car’s cooling system.
Page 261 Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Use of any non- Honda coolant or plain water can result in corrosion and deposits in the cooling system. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the vehicle.
Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System When the coolant stops draining, RESERVE TANK HOLDER tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. Put the drain cap back in place tightly, then reinstall the clip on CLIP the drain cap securely. DRAIN CAP RESERVE TANK CAP On the right side of the engine...
Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Pour Honda All Season NUTS BLEEDER BOLT Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. This coolant is a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Pre-mixing is not required.
Page 264 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Install the engine cover. First Remove the radiator cap. Pour tighten the two bolts on the front coolant into the radiator up to the of the engine cover, then tighten base of the filler neck and into the the three nuts on the engine cover.
Page 265 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System RESERVE TANK Install the radiator cap, and tighten it fully. If necessary, fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark. Install the reserve tank cap. Maintenance...
Page 266: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield Fill the reservoir with a good-quality washer reservoir at least monthly windshield washer fluid. This during normal usage. In bad weather, increases the cleaning capability and when you use the washers often, prevents freezing in cold weather.
Page 267: Automatic Transmission Fluid
However, continued use can affect shift quality. Have UPPER MARK LOWER MARK the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as DIPSTICK GUIDE soon as it is convenient. Check the fluid level with the engine Insert the dipstick into the at normal operating temperature.
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid, Differential Oil Insert the dipstick back in the Differential Oil Use a SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 transmission. Make sure the notch viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service DRAIN PLUG FILLER PLUG fits in the dipstick guide and the classified GL4 or GL5 only, in the dipstick is down all the way.
Page 269 LOWER container, as a temporary LEVEL replacement. However, the use of any non-Honda brake fluid can cause The fluid level should be between You should check the fluid level in corrosion and decrease the life of the the MIN and MAX marks on the side the power steering reservoir at least system.
Page 270 Cleaning (Severe Conditions) steering system flushed and refilled Clean the air cleaner element by with Honda PSF as soon as possible. blowing compressed air through it in the opposite direction to normal air A low power steering fluid level can flow.
Page 271: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element Place the new air cleaner element Replacement in the air cleaner housing. CLAMPS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover, snap the four hold-down clamps back into place. The air cleaner element is inside the Remove the air cleaner housing air cleaner housing on the passenger’s cover.
Page 272: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car are a Replacement special platinum-tipped design for NUTS NUTS BOLTS longer life. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the time NUTS and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule.
Page 273 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs BOLTS IGNITION COIL CONNECTOR LOCK TAB IGNITION COIL Disconnect the wire connector Use a wrench to remove the two Put the new spark plug into the from the ignition coil by pushing bolts holding the ignition coil. socket, then screw it into the hole.
Page 274 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Put the A/C tube back in place. Install the tower bar and tighten Tighten the spark plugs caref ully. A the two bolts and the four nuts. spark plug that is too loose can Tightening torque: overheat and damage the engine.
Page 275 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs, Battery Specifications: Battery Check the condition of your car’s NGK: battery monthly. You should check PFR5L-11 DENSO: PK16PR-L11 the color of the test indicator window, and for corrosion on the terminals. Spark Plug Gap: 0.04 in (1.1 mm) 0.1 mm TEST INDICATOR WINDOW...
Page 276 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the battery terminals for If you need to connect the battery to corrosion (a white or yellowish a charger, disconnect both cables to powder). To remove it, cover the prevent damage to the vehicle’s terminals with a solution of baking electrical system.
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If your car’s battery is disconnected Your driver’s power window (see If your car’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the engine’s computer page ) and your audio system or goes dead, all stored driving needs to ‘‘relearn’’...
Page 278: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS LOCK blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 279 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) and return the windshield wipers to their park position.
Page 280: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed If the air conditioning does not get as system. Any major maintenance, cold as before, have your dealer such as recharging, should be done check the system. Recharge the by a qualified mechanic.
Page 281 Main Menu Table of Contents Dust and Pollen Filter, Drive Belts The belts should have the following Dust and Pollen Filter Drive Belts The dust and pollen filter removes ‘‘play’’ or deflection. ALTERNATOR BELT pollen and dust that is brought in from the outside through the climate Alternator belt: control system.
Page 282 Main Menu Table of Contents Timing Belt, Tires Timing Belt Tires Inflation The timing belt and balancer belt To safely operate your car, your tires Keeping the tires properly inflated should normally be replaced at the must be the proper type and size, in provides the best combination of intervals shown in the maintenance good condition with adequate tread,...
Page 283 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check the pressure when the Recommended Tire Pressures for pressure at least once a month. Even tires are hot [the vehicle has been Normal Driving tires that are in good condition may driven several miles (kilometers)], The following chart shows the...
Page 284 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tubeless tires have some ability to Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS self-seal if they are punctured. Every time you check inflation, you However, because leakage is often should also examine the tires for very slow, you should look closely damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Page 285 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Make sure the installer balances the Maintenance Tire Rotation In addition to proper inflation, wheels when you have new tires correct wheel alignment helps to installed. This increases riding Front Front decrease tire wear. If you find a tire comfort and tire life.
Page 286 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires When shopping for replacement Replacing Tires and Wheels tires, you may find that some tires The tires that came with your car are ‘‘directional.’’ This means they were selected to match the perform- Installing improper tires on your are designed to rotate only in one ance capabilities of the vehicle while car can affect handling and...
Page 287 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The ABS and VSA system work by Wheels and Tires Winter Driving comparing the speed of the wheels. Wheels: Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or When replacing tires, use the same ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an 16 x 7 JJ size originally supplied with the Tires:...
Page 288 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires When installing cables, follow the Snow Tires Tire Chains If you mount snow tires on your Because your Acura has limited tire manufacturer’s instructions and Acura, make sure they are radial clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ mount them as tightly as you can.
Page 289 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car’s exterior lights at least once a month. HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car’s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 290 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) Fog lights Parking lights Taillights Brake lights Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate lights Side marker lights High-mount brake light Daytime running lights (Canadian models)
Page 291 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Halogen bulbs are used for the high Open the hood. The headlights were properly aimed beam headlight bulbs. When when your car was new. If you replacing a high beam headlight bulb, Remove the electrical connector regularly carry heavy items in the handle it by its base and protect the...
Page 292 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the rubber seal over the Replacing a Fog Light Bulb WEATHER SEAL BULB back of the headlight assembly. Your car uses halogen fog light Make sure it is right side up; it is bulbs.
Page 293 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, HOLD-DOWN WIRE making sure the bulb is right side up and the nubs on the bulb base WEATHER SEAL fit in the indentations in the fog light assembly. Pivot the hold- down wire back in place and clip the end into the slot.
Page 294 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal/ To remove the front turn signal/ Parking and Side Marker Light parking light bulb, push it in Bulbs slightly and turn it counterclockwise. To remove the HOLDING CLIP side marker bulb, pull it straight out of its socket.
Page 295 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 296 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Reinstall the socket. Turn it Light Bulb clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Reset the fastener by pushing on the pointed end until it pops back Open the trunk and remove the almost flush with the fingers on socket from the light assembly by...
Page 297 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb socket. Push the new bulb in until it bottoms in the socket. LIGHT ASSEMBLY BULB HOLDER Turn on the parking lights and BULB check that the new bulb is working.
Page 298 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior Courtesy Lights DOOR LIGHT FRONT REAR The courtesy lights in the doors and Door light: Rear ceiling light: roof come apart the same way. They Pry on the top middle of the lens. Pry on the rear edge of the lens do not use the same type of bulb.
Page 299 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs. TRUNK VANITY MIRROR LIGHT Push the new bulb into the metal tabs. Snap the lens back in place. Remove the lens by carefully Remove the bulb by pulling it prying on the edge of the lens in...
Page 300: Storing Your Car
Main Menu Table of Contents Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a extended period (more than one ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
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Page 302: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care ......... your Acura helps to keep it ‘‘new’’ Washing ........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing ........on how to clean your car and Aluminum Wheels ....preserve its appearance: the paint, Paint Touch-up ......
Page 303: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Washing Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with When you have washed and rinsed Frequent washing helps preserve cool water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a your car’s beauty. Dirt and grit can chamois or soft towel.
Page 304: Waxing
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Waxing the top layer of the finish. You Paint Touch-up Always wash and dry the whole should use a polish on your Acura if Your dealer has touch-up paint to vehicle before waxing it. You should the finish does not have its original match your car’s color.
Page 305: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care If you remove the floor mat, make Carpeting Floor Mats Vacuum the carpeting frequently to sure to re-anchor it when you put it remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make back in your car. the carpet wear out faster.
Page 306: Fabric
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Fabric Vinyl Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum material frequently. For general cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft LOOP cleaning, use a solution of mild soap cloth dampened in a solution of mild and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
Page 307: Wood Trim
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Windows Air Fresheners belt anchors can cause the belts to Clean the windows, inside and out, If you want to use an air freshener/ retract slowly. Wipe the insides of with a commercially-available glass deodorizer in the interior of your car, the loops with a clean cloth...
Page 308: Corrosion Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Corrosion Protection Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your car: are built into your Acura. You can the underside of your car. This is help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that Moisture trapped in body cavities.
Page 309: Body Repairs
Main Menu Table of Contents Body Repairs Body repairs can affect your car’s When reporting your collision to the resistance to corrosion. If your car insurance company, tell them you needs repairs after a collision, pay want Acura parts used in the repair. close attention to the parts used in Although most insurers recognize the repair and the quality of the...
Page 310 Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates...
Page 311: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR LOCATION MARK that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only.
Page 312: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Open the trunk. Raise the trunk TRUNK FLOOR HOOK stop in a safe place to change it. floor by lifting up on the back edge. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder To keep the trunk floor out of the of a busy road is dangerous.
Page 313 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACK JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH Turn the jack’s end bracket Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 Locate the jacking point nearest counterclockwise to loosen it, then turn with the wheel wrench. the tire you need to change.
Page 314 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL BRAKE HUB WRENCH Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts, then Before mounting the spare tire, wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire. Temporarily wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the place the flat tire on the ground...
Page 315 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the vehicle to the ground Tighten the wheel nuts securely in wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have then tighten them in a crisscross the wheel nut torque checked at pattern with the wheel wrench...
Page 316 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire FLAT TIRE RING SPACER CONE WING BOLT SPACER BASKET CENTER CAP Remove the spacer basket from Remove the center cap before Place the flat tire face down in the the trunk well. storing the flat tire in the trunk spare tire well.
Page 317 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won’t Start Slip the hole at the top of the jack If Your Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter over the bracket in the trunk well. Diagnosing why your engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock...
Page 318: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If the headlights dim noticeably or Do you have fuel? Turn the Turn on the headlights and check go out when you try to start the ignition switch to ON (II) for a their brightness.
Page 319: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If your car’s battery has run down, To jump start your car, follow these you may be able to start the engine directions closely: by using a booster battery. Although A battery can explode if you do this seems like a simple procedure, not follow the correct procedure, Open the hood and check the...
Page 320 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen battery can cause it to rupture. Turn off all the electrical acces- sories: climate control, stereo system, lights, etc.
Page 321 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your car, then the booster battery. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until all are disconnected.
Page 322: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car’s tempera- Your car can overheat for several Safely pull to the side of the road. ture gauge should stay in the mid- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in Neutral or range under most conditions.
Page 323 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at reaches the middle of the tempera- Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. ture gauge, or lower, before check- temperature control dial to ing the radiator.
Page 324: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, Running the engine with low oil turn off the engine. There is a pressure can cause serious mechanical mechanical problem that needs to damage almost immediately.
Page 325: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: radio, climate control, electrical load as possible, you can rear defogger, cruise control, etc. drive several miles (kilometers) Try not to use other electrically- before the battery is too discharged operated controls such as the power to keep the engine running.
Page 326: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP car, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap malf unction indicator lamp on, you can and tighten it until it clicks several damage your car’s emissions controls...
Page 327 Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp Readiness Codes If possible, do not take your car for a Your car has certain ‘‘readiness state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. See State diagnostics for the emissions Emissions Testing on pages systems.
Page 328: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR indicates a problem with the vehicle’s gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system.
Page 329: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following: SOCKET Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 330 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. KNOB The interior fuse box is underneath The under-hood fuse box is located the dashboard on the driver’s side.
Page 331 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE FUSE If something electrical in your car PULLER stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 332 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse Replacing a f use with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating higher rating greatly increases the from one of the other circuits.
Page 333 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected Not Used 20 A Front Fog Light 20 A Brake, Horn 20 A ETS (Electrical Tilt/ 10 A Hazard Telescope Steering) 20 A Driver Power Window 15 A Meter...
Page 334 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 15 A Small Light 7.5 A Starter Signal Not Used (OP) 7.5 A 7.5 A Condenser Fan Relay, 10 A ACC Socket Cooling Fan Relay 7.5 A Power Window MPCS 10 A...
Page 335: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your car needs to be towed, call a The tow Sling-type Equipment professional towing service or, if you truck uses metal cables with hooks belong to one, an organization that on the ends. These hooks go around Improper towing preparation will provides roadside assistance.
Page 336 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your car with all four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly-designed and Trying to lif t or tow your car by the attached tow bar. Prepare the bumpers will cause serious damage.
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Page 338 Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 339: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your car has several identifying VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER numbers located in various places. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car.
Page 340 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. It is on the front left, below the valve cover. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 341: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 196.7 in (4,995 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 71.7 in (1,820 mm) 18.0 US gal (68 ) Height 54.5 in (1,385 mm) Engine Change 1.61 US gal (6.1 ) Wheelbase 114.6 in (2,910 mm) coolant Total 2.27 US gal (8.6 )
Page 342 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Engine Headlights 12 V 55 W (H1) (High beam) Type Water cooled 4-stroke Front turn signal/parking lights 12 V 27/8 W SOHC V-6 gasoline engine Rear turn signal lights 12 V 21 W Bore x Stroke 3.54 x 3.58 in (90 x 91 mm) Brake/Taillights...
Page 343: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Cars)
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) The tires on your car meet all U.S. Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 344: Temperature
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 345: Tire Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Information Tire Labeling Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. The tires that came on your car have a number of markings. Those you Load index (a numerical code should be aware of are described associated with the maximum below.
Page 346: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and If you notice any undesirable being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another ether compound. These gasolines percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as...
Page 347: Driving In Foreign Countries
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Acura outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 348: Technical Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your car’s The Clean Air Act Ventilation valve routes them from engine produces several byproducts. The United States Clean Air Act the crankcase back to the intake Some of these are carbon monoxide sets standards for automobile manifold.
Page 349: Exhaust Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts Ignition Timing Control System The exhaust emissions controls This system constantly adjusts the The emissions control systems are include four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing, reducing the amount designed and certified to work to- Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
Page 350: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Main Menu Table of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter Keep the engine tuned-up. contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical Have your car diagnosed and reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back- gasses without affecting the metals.
Page 351: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 352 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
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Page 354: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars) ......... Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 355: Customer Relations Information
715 Milner Avenue satisfaction, please discuss it with U.S. Owners: Toronto, ON the dealership’s management. The American Honda Motor Co., Inc. M1B 2K8 Service Manager or General Acura Client Services Manager can help. Almost all Mail Stop 500-2N-7E Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9 problems are solved in this way.
Page 356: Warranty Coverages
Main Menu Table of Contents Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 357: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Cars)
However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying Acura Automobile involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura other information about motor Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Page 358: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Acura dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways: ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Detach and mail the order form on the right half of this page Call Helm Inc.
Page 359: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 360 Main Menu Index Anti-theft Steering Column Lock ..........Accessories and Modifications . Battery Anti-theft System ......Accessories ........ Appearance Care ......Charging System Additional Safety Precautions . Indicator ......58, Ashtrays ......... Modifications ......Audio Controls, Remote ....Jump Starting ......
Page 361 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Ceiling Lights ........ Vinyl ........... Back-up Lights ......Certification Label ......Windows ........Brake Lights ......Chains ..........Wood Trim ........ Ceiling Lights ......Changing Oil Climate Control System ....Courtesy Lights ......How to ........
Page 362 Main Menu Index Driving ........... Emissions Testing, State ..... Economy ........Engine DANGER, Explanation of ....In Bad Weather ......Belts ..........Dashboard ........2, In Foreign Countries ....Coolant Temperature Gauge ..Daytime Running Lights ....Driving Position Memory Malfunction Indicator Defects, Reporting Safety ....
Page 363 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Fill Door and Cap ...... Rating) ........Fabric, Cleaning ......Gauge ........... Gearshift Lever Positions .... Fan, Interior ......124, Octane Requirement ....Glass Cleaning ......Features, Comfort and Oxygenated .......
Page 364 Main Menu Index HomeLink Universal Indicator ........Interior Cleaning ......Transmitter ....... Introduction ........Parking ......... Hood Latch ........Turn Signal ........Hood, Opening the ....... Load Limit ........Horn ..........LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Hydroplaning ......... Jacking up the Vehicle ....
Page 365 Main Menu Index Maintenance ........Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Paint Touch-up ......Owner Maintenance Checks . Odometer ......... Panel Brightness Control ....Record ......... 246-248 Odometer, Trip ....... Park Gear Position ......Required Indicator ...... Parking ........... Safety .......... Change, How to ......
Page 366 Main Menu Index Cleaning ........Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ..........Lap/Shoulder Belt ...... Radiator Overheating ....Maintenance ........ Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . Radio/Cassette Sound Reverse Gear Position ....Reminder Light and System ........ . 134, Beeper ........ .
Page 367 Main Menu Index Side Airbags ........SRS Components ......How the Side Airbag Cutoff SRS Service ........Indicator Light Works ... Tachometer ........SRS Indicator ......50, How Your Side Airbags Work . START (Ignition Key Position) ..Taillights, Changing Bulbs in ..
Page 368 Main Menu Index Checking Wear ......Opening the ......... Ventilation ......122, Compact Spare ......Open Monitor Light ..............DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Turn Signals ........Vinyl Cleaning ....... Inflation ........Viscosity, Oil ........Inspection ........Maintenance ......
Page 369 Main Menu Index Windows Cleaning ........Operating the Power ....Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ......126, Washers ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........Wood Trim ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..U.S. and Canada only...
Page 370: Service Information Summary
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 18.0 US gal (68 ) Brake Fluid: Recommended Engine Oil: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid API Premium grade 5W-30 DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or detergent oil (see page DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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