Page 1 Main Menu Index Anti-theft System ......Maintenance ....... 259 Appearance Care ......Specifications ......327 Accessories and Modifications . Armrest ..........96 Before Driving ....... 177 Accessories ........ Audio Controls, Remote ....Belts, Seat ........8, 43 Additional Safety Precautions .
Page 2 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Changing Oil Coat Hook ........Back-up Lights ......How to ......... 241 Code, Audio System ..... Brake Lights ......When to ........230 CO in the Exhaust ......Front Side Marker Lights ..Changing a Flat Tire ....
Page 3 Main Menu Index Dashboard ........2, 56 Dust and Pollen Filter ....Oil Pressure Indicator ..60, 308 Daytime Running Lights ....Oil, What Kind to Use ....239 Defects, Reporting Safety .... Overheating ....... Defogger, Rear Window ....Specifications ......
Page 4 Main Menu Index Filters Fuses, Checking the ..... AIr Cleaner ........ Dust and pollen ......Halogen Headlight Bulbs ............Hazard Warning Flashers ....75 Flashers,Hazard Warning ....75 Gasohol .......... Headlights Flat Tire, Changing a ....Gasoline .........
Page 5 Main Menu Index Jack, Tire ........Glove Box ........Jump Starting ........ Power Door ......... Identification Number, Vehicle . Rear Console Compartment ..Ignition Trunk ........... Keys ..........Trunk Pass-through Cover ..Switch ........... Keys ..........Low Coolant Level ......Timing Control System ....
Page 6 Main Menu Index Meters, Gauges ....... . 65 ON (Ignition Key Position) ... Protecting Adults ......Methanol in Gasoline ....Onboard Refueling Vapor Additional Safety Precautions . Mirrors, Adjusting ......Recovery ........Advice for Pregnant Women ..Moonroof ........Protecting Children ......
Page 7: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Index Replacement Information Seat Belts ........Shift Lever Position Indicator ..Air Cleaner Element ....Seats & Seat-Backs ..... . 10 Shift Lock Release ......Dust and Pollen Filter ....Safety Labels, Location of ....53 Side Airbags ........
Page 8 Main Menu Index SRS Indicator ......49, 61 Taillights, Changing Bulbs ..Snow ........... START (Ignition Key Position) ..81 Taking Care of the Unexpected . Specifications ......Starting the Engine ....... Tape Player ........Traction Devices ....... In Cold Weather at High Technical Descriptions Winter Driving ......
Page 9 Main Menu Index Turn Signals ........Vinyl Cleaning ....... Washers ........74 Viscosity, Oil ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........73 Underside, Cleaning ..... Wood Trim ........Unexpected, Taking Care WARNING, Explanation of ....ii Worn Tires ........
Page 10: 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 11 Wheel ........Adjustments ......contribute to the daily operation of Headlights ........Rear Seat Access ......your Acura. All the essential controls Automatic Lighting Off Head Restraints ......are within easy reach. Feature ........Armrest ..........Daytime Running Lights ....
Page 12 Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features Climate Control System ....Audio System ........ Operating the Radio ....3.2 CL without Navigation System Fully-automatic Operation ..Adjusting the Sound ....Semi-automatic Operation ..Audio System Lighting .... 3.2 CL with Navigation System Radio Frequencies ....
Page 13 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 14 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 6-speed Manual Transmission ..
Page 15 Maintenance ......form more complex maintenance Replacing Engine Coolant ..Tire Rotation ......tasks on your Acura, you may want Windshield Washers ....Replacing Tires and Wheels . to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission Fluid ....... Wheels and Tires ......
Page 16 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 17: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
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 18 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. It also (U.S. Cars) ......328 System ........
Page 19 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 20 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................... How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 21: Your Car At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance 1 0 0 9 9 9 8 8 5 7 7 1 2 2 2 2 8 2 2 1 3 3 5 5 8 7 7 1 7 7 9 9 1 8 8 0 0...
Page 22 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance 7 3 3 7 4 4 7 5 5 6 9 9 1 5 5 9 9 , , 2 2 0 0 9 9 , , 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 0 0 7 7 7 2 2 7 5 5...
Page 23 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 24 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to 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 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features These safety features are designed In addition, most states and all Seat Belts to reduce the severity of injuries in a For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to crash.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Airbags against the inside of the car and against other occupants. Keep you from being thrown out of the car. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy.
Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Move the front Airbags offer no protection in rear Seats & Seat-Backs 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 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Front seat occupants are sitting The rest of this section gives more Pre-Drive Safety Checklist 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 29: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults For security, locked doors can Introduction Close and Lock the Doors The following pages provide After everyone has entered the car, prevent an outsider from instructions on how to properly be sure the doors are closed and unexpectedly opening a door when protect the driver and other adult locked.
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Adjust the Front Seats 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 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust Adjust the Seat-Backs 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 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be belt is securely latched.
Page 33 Have your Improperly positioning the seat Acura dealer check the belt as soon belts can cause serious injury Position the lap part of the belt as as possible. or death in a crash.
Page 34: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults In addition, an occupant who is out of Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting position in the front seat can be Position After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured by their seats and put on seat belts, it is striking interior parts of the car, or very important that they continue to...
Page 35: 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 36 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 door. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp inflates, a cup holder or other hard...
Page 37 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 they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 38: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Precautions to Parents Children Should Sit in the Back Never hold an infant or child on Seat If you are not wearing a According to accident statistics, your lap. seat belt in a crash, you could be children of all ages and sizes are thrown forward into the safer when they are restrained in the...
Page 39: The Passenger's Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks To Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Poses Serious Risks to Children Placing a forward-facing child seat in Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger’s front airbag can severe frontal collision.
Page 40 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 41: 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 Do not leave children alone in your Your car has two seating positions in Many parents say they prefer to put Leaving children without vehicle.
Page 42: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Keep car keys and remote General Guidelines for Using transmitters out of the reach of Child Seats Even very young The following pages give general children. children learn how to unlock guidelines for selecting and installing vehicle doors, turn on the ignition, child seats for infants and small and open the trunk, which can...
Page 43 However, Acura is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in A child who is too your car.
Page 44 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 45 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 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this car, a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position Placing a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, but not in the front in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the seat.
Page 47 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 48 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 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation Protecting Small Children facing child seat may prevent the Tips driver or a front-seat passenger from moving the seat as far back as recommended (see page ).
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Of the different seats available, we Child Seat Placement recommend those that have a five- In this car, the best place to install a point harness system as shown. forward-facing child seat is in one of Improperly placing a forward- the seating positions in the back seat.
Page 51 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 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child restraint system, 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 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can child should sit in the back seat on a result in injury or death if the booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children 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 55 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 56 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 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers Your car has two tether anchorage points under the rear window for securing a tether-style child seat to the car. Since a tether can provide additional security, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using LATCH Canada Only LOWER UNIVERSAL ANCHORAGE SYSTEM SYMBOL This symbol on rear or forward facing child seats or booster cushions indicates the presence of LATCH compatible hardware. RIGID TYPE To install a LATCH-compatible child Your car is equipped with LATCH seat: (Lower Anchors and Tethers for...
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Follow the child seat maker’s Attach the attaching clip to the instructions for any additional tether anchor fitting and tighten advice on adjusting or tightening the strap according to the child the fit. seat maker’s instructions.
Page 60: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To unlock the belt, push the red Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. shoulder belts in all four seating positions.
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the shoulder part of the belt is might not cause the airbags to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners pulled all the way out, the locking deploy. In this case, the airbags mechanism will activate.
Page 62: Seat Belt Maintenance
For information on how to clean your U.S. Models Acura provides a lifetime warranty seat belts, see page on seat belts. Acura will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use. Please see...
Page 63: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator light on the SRS Components 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 64 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 65: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags To get the best protection from the How Your Side Airbags Work 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 66: How The Srs Indicator Light Works
See your Acura dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 67: How The Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works
Although Acura does not encourage children to ride in the front seat, this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side...
Page 68: Airbag Service
Do not expose the front seat-backs any airbag by yourself. This must If rain or spilled water to water. be done by an Acura dealer or a soaks into a seat-back, it can knowledgeable body shop. prevent the side airbag system from working properly.
Page 69: 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 70: Safety Labels
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. DASHBOARD U.S. models only RADIATOR CAP HOOD...
Page 71: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations 1 0 0 0 0 9 8 8 1 2 2 2 2 1 0 0 9 9 8 2 2 1 0 0 4 4 1 3 3 5 5 8 7 7 1 7 7 9 9 1 8 8 0 0 Instruments and Controls...
Page 72: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights 6 1 1 6 3 3 3 1 1 0 0 6 1 1 6 1 1 6 0 0 3 0 0 8 8 6 1 1 6 4 4 6 0 0 3 0 0 9 9 6 1 1 6 0 0...
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights 6 3 3 8 1 1 3 1 1 0 0 6 1 1 6 1 1 6 0 0 3 0 0 8 8 6 1 1 6 4 4 6 0 0 3 0 0 9 9 6 1 1 6 0 0...
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights 6 3 3 6 1 1 3 1 1 0 0 6 1 1 6 1 1 6 0 0 3 0 0 8 8 6 1 1 6 4 4 6 0 0 3 0 0 9 9 6 1 1 6 0 0...
Page 75 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 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Immobilizer System Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada Indicator System Indicator This indicator comes on for a few This indicator lights when you turn seconds when you turn the ignition the ignition switch ON (II). If it Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator switch ON (II).
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Traction Control System (VSA) System Indicator (TCS) Indicator On Type-S with A/T On Type-S with A/T On Premium model This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: This indicator has three functions: a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Door and Trunk Open Monitor Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Hazard Warning Indicators This light comes on with the high The left or right turn signal light beam headlights. See page blinks when you signal a lane change information on the headlight or turn.
Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Low Fuel Indicator Washer Level Indicator This light comes on as a reminder Canadian models only that you must refuel soon. This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer Brake Lamp Indicator fluid when you see this light come on (see page...
Page 80: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).
Page 81: Odometer
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer Trip Meter The odometer shows the total dis- The trip meter shows the number of tance your car has been driven. It miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) measures miles in U.S. models and driven since you last reset it.
Page 82: Outside Temperature Indicator
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 car is on models, and in Centigrade in operation, the pointer should rise...
Page 83: Maintenance Required Indicator
Press and hold the select and reset Refer to the Maintenance Schedules Acura dealer, reset the indicator as buttons next to the instrument pan- for Normal and Severe Driving follows. el, then turn the ignition switch Conditions on pages ON (II).
Page 84: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.
Page 85: Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel If you leave the lights on with the Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door. The rotating switch on the left lever To change between low beams and controls the lights.
Page 86: Automatic Lighting Off Feature
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel To flash the high beams, pull the The lights will turn on again when Automatic Lighting Off Feature turn signal lever back lightly, then The Automatic Lighting Off feature you unlock or open the driver’s door. release it.
Page 87: Daytime Running Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake.
Page 88: Windshield Wipers
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel To signal a lane change, push lightly In intermittent, the wipers operate Windshield Wipers on the turn signal lever in the proper every few seconds. The sweep direction and hold it. The lever will interval will change slightly with return to the center position as soon speed;...
Page 89: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Washers You can vary how often the wipers To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on sweep the windshield by turning the push the control lever down. The the wiper control lever.
Page 90: Hazard Warning
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Push the red button to turn on the The rear window defogger will clear hazard warning lights (four-way fog, frost, and thin ice from the flashers).
Page 91: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The defogger and antenna wires on Steering Wheel Adjustment the inside of the rear window can be See page for important safety accidentally damaged. When information about how to properly cleaning the glass, always wipe side position the steering wheel.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down. To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward: Push the lever under the steering...
Page 93: Keys And Locks
Keys and Locks the plate stored in a safe place. If you Keys need to replace a key, use only an Acura-approved key blank. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.
Page 94: Immobilizer System
LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to ON (II) If the system repeatedly does not again. recognize the coding of your key, contact your Acura dealer. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls...
Page 95: Ignition Switch
If you have lost your key and you Changes or modifications not expressly cannot start the engine, contact your approved by the party responsible for Acura dealer. compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column.
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks You can insert or In this position, The engine will not start if the LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) remove the key only in this position. you can operate the audio system Immobilizer System does not To switch from ACCESSORY to and the accessory power sockets.
Page 97: Power Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks To lock the passenger’s door when Power Door Locks getting out of the car, push the 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 door.
Page 98: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks has set. Lockout Prevention Remote Transmitter If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, Lockout Prevention When you push the UNLOCK button will not allow you to lock the driver’s once, only the driver’s door unlocks.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks If you unlock the doors with the Recalling a Memorized Driving Type-S with M/T remote transmitter, but do not open The Driving Position Memory Position either door within 30 seconds, the System will not activate if you left doors automatically relock and the the transmission in Reverse or did security system sets.
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks To turn it back on, repeat this Replacing the Battery procedure. The LED will come on When the remote transmitter’s for one second to indicate the battery begins to get weak, it may feature has been turned on.
Page 101 Canada Standard RSS-210. programmed to your car’s system by facing up), then insert it in the Operation is subject to the following two your Acura dealer. Any other transmitter. conditions: (1) this device may not cause transmitters you have will also need interference, and (2) this device must to be reprogrammed.
Page 102: Trunk
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks To close the trunk, press down on Trunk the trunk lid. See page for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Lock the glove box with the master key. Make sure the trunk pass-through cover is locked (see page Give the person the valet key. Even if the trunk main switch is turned off, you can open the trunk with the remote transmitter.
Page 104: Emergency Trunk Opener
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Parents should decide if their Emergency Trunk Opener children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see pages As a safety feature, your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside.
Page 105: Glove Box
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Glove Box Rear Console Compartment 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.
Page 106: Seat Adjustments
Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. Your Acura has a power adjustable driver’s seat. The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. The front passenger’s seat is also power-...
Page 107 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 or using the remote transmitter.
Page 108: Driver's Lumbar Support
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 109: Rear Seat Access
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments After you return the seat-back to the Sitting down heavily in the seat as it Rear Seat Access upright position, the seat bottom will is moving backward can also cause automatically return to its original the seat to react as if it has run into position.
Page 110: Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments To remove a head restraint for Head Restraints cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as See page for important safety it will go. Push the release button information and a warning about how to and pull the restraint out of the seat- properly position the head restraints.
Page 111: Armrest
Main Menu Table of Contents Armrest Make sure the passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it. The lid of the console compartment The rear seat armrest is located at can be used as an armrest by moving the center of the rear seat.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Armrest Make sure all items in the trunk and Trunk Pass-through Cover those extending through the pass- through are secured. For security, this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key. To lock the cover, insert the key and turn it clockwise.
Page 113: Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. The inside mirror can automatically Adjust the outside mirrors with the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before darken to reduce glare.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can’t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch. With the selector switch in the center (off) position, the passenger’s side mirror will pivot downward slightly when you shift the...
Page 115: 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 for the driver’s seat and outside Store a driving position as explained mirror positions. in this section only when the car is parked.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Doing any of the following after The system will move the seat and Selecting a Memorized Position pressing the MEMO button will outside mirrors to the memorized cancel the storing procedure. positions.
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System To stop the system’s automatic ad- If desired, you can use the justment; adjustment switches to change the positions of the seat or outside Press any button on the control mirrors after they are in their panel: MEMO, 1 or 2.
Page 118: Seat Heaters
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters The HI or LO indicator lights and Follow these precautions whenever With A/T remains lit until you turn it off by you use the seat heaters: pushing the opposite side of the switch lightly. The indicator will turn Use the HI setting only to heat the off.
Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters, Power Windows Do not use the seat heaters when the With M/T Power Windows engine is off or when idling for a Your car’s windows are electrically- long period of time. They can drain powered.
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters, Power Windows Do not use the seat heaters when the With M/T Power Windows engine is off or when idling for a Your car’s windows are electrically- long period of time. They can drain powered.
Page 121: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- ’ ’ tains these extra features: Closing a power window on To open the driver’s someone’s hands or fingers can AUTO cause serious injury. window fully, push the window switch firmly down, then release it.
Page 122 If the power windows do not operate delay function. You must turn the properly after resetting, have your ignition switch ON (II) again before car checked by an Acura dealer. you can raise or lower the windows. Instruments and Controls...
Page 123: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, Opening or closing the press and hold the top of the switch moonroof on someone’s hands ).
Page 124: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof, Parking Brake The moonroof has a key-off delay. Parking Brake With M/T You can still open and close the With A/T moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either door.
Page 125: Digital Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake, Digital Clock Press and hold the M button until Digital Clock the numbers advance to the desired time. Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes You can use R to quickly set the time and axles.
Page 126: Sunglasses Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Sunglasses Holder To open the sunglasses holder, push Some larger styles of sunglasses on the front edge. It will unlatch and may not fit in the holder. swing down. To close it, push it until it latches.
Page 127: Beverage Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holder Be careful when you are using the With A/T beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holder With M/T To open the beverage holder, slide The rear seat also has a beverage the lid towards the armrest. holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest down. Instruments and Controls...
Page 129: Console Compartment
Main Menu Table of Contents Console Compartment, Coin Box Console Compartment Coin Box To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray The coin box is located under the pull up on the left lever and lift the located in the console compartment audio system.
Page 130: Console Pocket
Main Menu Table of Contents Console Pocket To open the console pocket, swing To remove the pocket, open it, then the upper edge of the lid down. take it out of its hinges by lifting it up and out. Do not try to pull the pocket out forcibly.
Page 131: Storage Tray
Main Menu Table of Contents Storage Tray, Coat Hook Storage Tray Coat Hook You can put a writing pad, pen, and To use a coat hook, push on the lid. 3.2 CL without Navigation System The storage tray is located above the small items in the inner box in the Close it with a firm push.
Page 132: Sun Visor
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 car. Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror.
Page 133: Accessory Power Sockets
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessory Power Sockets These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). They will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. Your car has two accessory power To use the socket in the console sockets.
Page 134: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights The ceiling light (with the switch in Ceiling Light Spotlights the center position) comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch. If you do not open a door, the light stays on, then fades out in about 10 seconds.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Courtesy Lights The courtesy light in each door comes on when the door is opened, and goes out when the door is closed. Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light comes on when you open the driver’s door.
Page 136: Climate Control System
Table of Contents Climate Control System The automatic climate control ’ ’ system in your Acura picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System ’ ’ Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 138: Cl Without Navigation System Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System 3.2 CL without Navigation System Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate 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 139: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the Climate Control 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 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Fan Control Dial You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial. When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed.
Page 141 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 142 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 143: Cl With Navigation System Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System 3.2 CL with Navigation System Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button. The indicator in the button will light. Then set the desired temperature by pressing either side of the TEMP button: to raise the temperature...
Page 144: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the Climate Control system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain automatically controlled. Some of these functions appear in the Navigation System display.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator in this button is lit, air from the car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recirculation mode).
Page 146 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 147 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, the system selects Fresh Air mode, and the fan speed increases.
Page 148: Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature 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. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.
Page 149: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer 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. The cassette system features Dolby...
Page 150: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use any of four 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 band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the signals on the selected band.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band. To store a frequency: Select the desired band, AM or FM.
Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT 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. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 153: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob.
Page 154: Audio System Lighting
‘‘FM101.’’ 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-...
Page 155 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 156: 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 157: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT function to find a desired program. FF/REW Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. To rewind the tape, push the REW button.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The SKIP function allows SKIP 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 159 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 160: Caring For The Cassette Player
Your dealer has a cleaning kit Never try to insert a warped or ejects, take the car to your Acura available. damaged cassette in the player. dealer.
Page 161: 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 discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Page 162: Loading Cds In The Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Repeat this until all six positions To load a single CD: Loading CDs in the Changer To load multiple CDs in one are loaded. The system will then operation: begin playing the last CD loaded. Press and release the Load button.
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the Load button while a CD is playing, the system will stop playing that CD and start the loading sequence. It will then play the CD just loaded. You can also load a CD into an empty position while a CD is playing by pressing the appropriate preset button.
Page 164: Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To move rapidly within a track, press To activate the Repeat Operation REPEAT Select the CD changer by pressing and hold the appropriate SKIP feature, press and release the RPT the CD button. You will see ‘‘Cd’’ in button.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To take the system out of CD mode, press the AM or FM button, or insert a cassette in the player. If a tape is already in the cassette player, press the TAPE button. When you return to CD mode by pressing the CD button, play will continue at the same point that it left off.
Page 166: Removing Cds From The Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Removing CDs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently playing, press the Eject button. You will see ‘‘EJEC’’ 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 167 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the 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 Eject button again will eject the next disc in the numerical order.
Page 168: 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 169: Cd Changer Error Indications
CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Disc-changer Consult your Acura dealer. Acura dealer. malfunction. High temperature. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.
Page 170: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The top and bottom buttons adjust If you are playing a cassette, use the Remote Audio Controls the volume up ( ) or down ( ). AUDIO/CH button to advance to the Press the proper button and hold it next selection.
Page 171: Theft Protection
Acura dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 172: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still your car and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the of headlights, parking lights, side alarm.
Page 173: 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 accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 174 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 175 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 176 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 car will speed from memory.
Page 177: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal HomeLink stores the code in a Important Safety Precautions Transceiver built into your car can Always refer to the operating permanent memory. There should be programmed to operate remotely- instructions and safety information be no need to retrain HomeLink if controlled devices around your home,...
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you just took Training HomeLink Before you begin Before you can use HomeLink to delivery of your vehicle and have not operate devices around your home, it trained any of the buttons in must ‘‘learn’’...
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver variable or rolling code garage Canadian Owners: Training With a Rolling Code The remote control you are training door opener. Test this by pressing System from may stop transmitting after two and holding the HomeLink For security purposes, newer garage seconds.
Page 180 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. (The same button you trained with Make sure you have properly the ‘‘Training HomeLink’’...
Page 181 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 182 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar The OnStar system in your vehicle OnStar Control Panel OnStar Services Button gives you access to a wide range of services and information with the Press this button to contact an touch of a button. An OnStar advisor OnStar advisor.
Page 183: Onstar
OnStar center should call you, press advisor, take your vehicle to an OnStar advisor only if you have an this button to answer the call. Acura dealer to have the system emergency situation. You will hear a diagnosed. tone, followed by the announcement, This button is also used to initiate ‘‘Connecting to OnStar Emergency.’’...
Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar the doors, or if you have locked the Safe & Sound Plan Features Automatic Notification of Airbag The OnStar system uses the Global If you are ever in an keys in your vehicle. To get OnStar’s Deployment Positioning System (GPS) to locate accident that causes the airbags to...
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar hotels, restaurants, ATMs, hospitals, To sign up for Personal Calling, Online Concierge Services From your computer, you can log gas stations, and many other press the OnStar button in your into www. myonstar.com to make services in any area you are traveling vehicle, and notify the advisor that dinner reservations, purchase tickets...
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar OnStar will respond with ‘‘Number If you need to cancel the phone call by voice. To turn voice feedback on Please.’’ attempt before entering the or off: Say the first digit of the number. complete phone number, say ‘‘Cancel.’’...
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar To store a Say the name that you want If you have forgotten what nametags Storing a Nametag telephone number and its nametag in assigned to that telephone number. you have stored, the system will read the system: OnStar will respond with ‘‘Again.’’...
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar Say the nametag for the number or off: Keeping Track of Units you want to delete. You must prepurchase units OnStar will respond with ‘‘Delete Press the DOT button. (minutes) of cellular air time. The nametag , Yes or No.’’...
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar To purchase more If you do not have Internet access, a Adding Units OnStar Virtual Advisor units of cellular air time: When you subscribe to Personal default profile can be set up for you. Calling, you can also enjoy the Press the DOT button.
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents OnStar When you turn off your vehicle’s Personal Identification Number System Limitations You make up and provide your OnStar uses the Global Positioning ignition, the OnStar system goes into Personal Identification Number System (GPS) to locate your vehicle low-power mode.
Page 191: Before Driving
In Canada, some gasolines contain Break-in Period Gasoline 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. If you use such gasolines, extra attention to how you drive pump octane number of 91 or higher.
Page 192: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Filling the Fuel Tank You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive.
Page 193: Opening The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks several times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 194: Oil Check
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 does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page Lift the hood up most of the way.
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Wipe the dipstick with a clean Insert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick again and cloth or paper towel. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Page 196: Engine Coolant Check
Checks on checking other items in your Acura. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see...
Page 197: 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 198: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Before installing any accessory: or killed. Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to personalize your car. Make sure the accessory does not Follow all instructions in this These accessories have been obscure any lights, or interfere owner’s manual regarding...
Page 199 Covering the outside edge of a significantly reduces ground front seat-back, with a non-Acura If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the seat cover for example, could consult with your Acura dealer.
Page 200: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your car is Compartment 700 lbs (325 kg). Store or secure all items that could Overloading or improper be thrown around and hurt loading can affect handling and This figure includes the total weight stability and cause a crash in...
Page 202 You can use the cargo net in weight. Please contact your Acura several configurations by hooking it dealer for further information. to different buttons.
Page 203: 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 204: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls Use the following procedure: right away, repeat step 4 with the In cold weather, turn off all accelerator pedal pressed half-way Turn off all electrical accessories electrical accessories to reduce down.
Page 205: 6-Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the car moving. Push can cause loss of control on down the clutch pedal, and pause for slippery surfaces.
Page 206: Recommended Shift Points
Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly.
Page 207: Reverse Lockout
Reverse, your car may be With the clutch pedal depressed, developing a problem. Have the car move the shift lever to the First/ checked by your Acura dealer. Second gear side of the Neutral gate, then shift to Reverse. Driving...
Page 208 Avoid rapid when the converter locks. acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Acura dealer as soon as possible. The malfunction indicator lamp may come on along with the ‘‘D ’’ indicator if there is a problem in the...
Page 209: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission To select the Sequential SportShift Shift Lever Positions To shift from: Do this: mode, slide the shift lever toward the P to R Press the brake pedal, then left from the ‘‘D ’’ position. move the shift lever.
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission This position mechani- To shift to Reverse Park (P) Reverse (R) cally locks the transmission. Use from Park, see the explanation under Park whenever you are turning off or Park. To shift to Reverse from starting the engine.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Use Neutral if you With Neutral (N) Sequential SportShift Mode need to restart a stalled engine, or if the shift lever in ‘‘D ’’ position, you it is necessary to stop briefly with can select the Sequential SportShift the engine idling.
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission When you accelerate away from a The transmission may automatically Downshifting gives you more power stop, the transmission will start in downshift from the higher gear to when climbing or provides engine first gear and then automatically the lower gear under the following braking when going down a steep hill.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If the car speed slows to below the These positions Drive (D , D ) redline of the selected lower gear To shift from Speed range are similar to D , except when you position while the indicator is select the D position, only the first flashing, the transmission will...
Page 214: Engine Speed Limiter
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission For faster acceleration when in D , With the lever in this First (1) Engine Speed Limiter D or D , you can get the position, the transmission locks in If you exceed the maximum speed transmission to automatically First gear.
Page 215: Shift Lock Release
Release, it means your car is included in the tool kit) to remove to Reverse, then to Park. developing a problem. Have the car the cover. Carefully pry on the checked by your Acura dealer. edge of the cover. Driving...
Page 216: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. If Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put windows are closed.
Page 217: 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...
Page 218: Brake System Design
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 this defeats the brake pedal; the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard purpose of the ABS.
Page 219: Important Safety Reminders
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a ABS Indicator on loose or ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop uneven surfaces, such as gravel or distance it takes to stop the car;...
Page 220: Traction Control System
Table of Contents Traction Control System When starting out or driving at low On Premium model Your Acura is equipped with a speeds on a loose or slippery road Traction Control System (TCS) to surface, you may notice that the...
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Traction Control System If the brakes overheat while TCS is TCS ON/OFF Switch activating, the TCS indicator will stop flashing and stay on temporarily. This indicates that TCS has turned off. After the brakes have cooled down (usually for about 10 minutes), TCS will turn back on and the indicator will turn off.
Page 222 TCS indicator. If the indicator remains on, or comes back on while When you manually turn off TCS. driving, have the system inspected by your Acura dealer. You can still It flashes when TCS is regulating drive the vehicle without TCS. wheelspin.
Page 223: Vehicle Stability Assist System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The VSA system cannot enhance the On Type-S with A/T VSA Activation Indicator The Vehicle Stability Assist system car’s driving stability in all situations helps to stabilize the vehicle during and does not control your vehicle’s cornering if the car turns more or entire braking system.
Page 224 VSA system indicator. If the indicator remains on, or comes back on while driving, have the VSA system inspected by your Acura dealer. If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned...
Page 225 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 car. sizes may cause the VSA to malfunction.
Page 226: 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 227 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 228: 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 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating start by loading 60 percent of the (GAWR): load toward the front of the trailer The total weight of the vehicle, all Exceeding load limits or and 40 percent toward the rear, then occupants, all cargo, and the...
Page 230 Also make sure that all equipment is Trailer Brakes tongue load whenever the conditions properly installed and that it meets Acura recommends that any trailer change. federal, state, province, and local having a total weight of 1,000 lbs regulations.
Page 231 If you use a converter, you can get the connector and pins that mate with the connector in your car from your Acura dealer. Since lighting and wiring vary in trailer type and brand, you should also have a qualified mechanic install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer.
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle tires and spare are Additional Trailer Equipment Pre-Tow Checklist 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 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer When towing a trailer in the Driving Safely With a Trailer Making Turns and Braking The added weight, length, and Sequential SportShift mode, select Make turns more slowly and wider height of a trailer will affect your Fourth, Third, Second, or First gear;...
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Parking use the foot brake or parking brake. Crosswinds and air turbulence Follow all normal precautions when Do not try to hold the vehicle in caused by passing trucks can disrupt parking, including firmly setting the place by pressing on the accelerator,...
Page 235: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by an Acura performing maintenance. Only you with more economical, trouble-free technician or other qualified can decide whether or not you driving and help reduce air pollution.
Page 236: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Read the instructions before you Important Safety Precautions 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 237: 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 238 Your authorized Acura dealer knows We recommend the use of genuine According to state and federal your car best and can provide Acura parts and fluids whenever you regulations, failure to perform competent, efficient service. have maintenance done. These are...
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated miles x 1,000 U.S. Owners distance or time whichever km x 1,000 Follow the Normal Conditions comes first. months Maintenance Schedule if the Replace engine oil Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year severe driving conditions Replace engine oil filter specified in the Severe...
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C as required for each distance/time interval. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated miles x 1,000 U.S. Owners distance or time whichever km x 1,000 Follow the Severe Conditions comes first. months Maintenance Schedule if you Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months drive your car under MAINLY...
Page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time interval. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents 82,500 mi/132,000 km Do items in A, B. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last 86,250 mi/138,000 km Do items in A. column, page 6 yrs Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage). Premium model only 90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs Do items in A, B, C, D.
Page 244: Required Maintenance Record
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 245 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 246: 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 247: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations Maintenance...
Page 248: Engine Oil
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Make sure the API Certification Seal Adding Oil Recommended Oil Oil is a major contributor to your says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal.
Page 249: Synthetic Oil
Synthetic Oil Additives provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Your Acura does not require any oil Select the oil for your vehicle it meets the same requirements additives. Additives may adversely according to this chart.
Page 250: Changing The Oil And Filter
A special equipment, you should have this then shut it off. wrench (available from your Acura maintenance done by a skilled dealer) is required to remove the mechanic. Open the hood and remove the filter.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Install a new oil filter according to Replace the engine oil fill cap. instructions that come with it. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be Put a new washer on the drain bolt, five seconds.
Page 252: 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 coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Turn the radiator cap counter- The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. clockwise, without pressing down the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX on it, until it stops.
Page 254: Replacing Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car.
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Install a rubber hose on the drain Before removing the reserve tank, Remove the reserve tank from its bolt at the rear of the engine remove the cruise control cable holder by pulling it straight up. cylinder block.
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System When the coolant stops draining, tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. Tighten the drain bolt at the rear of the engine cylinder block securely. Tightening torque: 7 lbf·ft (10 N·m , 1.0 kgf·m) Pour Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the...
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Install the radiator cap, and tighten it to the first stop. Start the engine and let it run until the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice. Then stop the engine. Remove the radiator cap. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark.
Page 258: 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 259: Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid If the level is below the lower Automatic Transmission mark, remove the fill plug and add fluid to bring it to the upper mark. Always use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If it is not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary...
Page 260: Transmission
If Honda MTF is not available, you If you are not sure how to add fluid, may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 contact your Acura dealer. viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a temporary replacement.
Page 261: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Check the fluid level in the reser- Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake System voirs monthly. There are up to two Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not reservoirs, depending on the model. available, you should use only DOT 3 They are: or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed...
Page 262: Clutch System
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Always use Honda Power Steering Clutch System Power Steering Fluid. If it is not available, you may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement. However, continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather.
Page 263: Hood Latch
If you do not have access to compressed air (such as a service station), ask your Acura dealer to do On Premium model Clean the hood latch assembly with a this service.
Page 264: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element Remove the old air cleaner On Type-S On Premium model Loosen the two bolts with a element. Reinstall the air cleaner housing Phillips-head screwdriver. Remove cover, tighten the four bolts. the air cleaner housing cover by Carefully clean the inside of the lifting and pivoting it out of the air cleaner housing with a damp...
Page 265: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car are a Replacement special platinum-tipped design for longer life. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Loosen the two holding clips by Disconnect the wire connector turning the heads one-quarter turn from the ignition coil by pushing...
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Use a wrench to remove the Put the new spark plug into the Torque the spark plug. (If you do hexagon socket head cap bolt socket, then screw it into the hole. not have a torque wrench, tighten holding the ignition coil.
Page 267: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Install the ignition coil. Reinstall Specifications: the hexagon socket head cap bolt. Premium model Tighten the spark plugs caref ully. A Push the wire connector onto the NGK: PZFR5F-11 spark plug that is too loose can ignition coil.
Page 268: Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the condition of your car’s To remove the battery cover, pull up Check the battery condition by battery monthly. You should check on the right side of the cover to looking at the test indicator window the color of the test indicator window, remove it from the bolt, then pull the on the battery.
Page 269 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 car’s terminals with a solution of baking electrical system.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If your car’s battery is disconnected If your car’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, your driver’s power or goes dead, all stored driving window (see page ) and your positions will be lost. To store the Charging the battery with the cables audio system will disable itself.
Page 271: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper 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 272 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Air Conditioning System Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 273: 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 274: Dust And Pollen Filter
(power steering belt and Have dust and pollen filter replaced alternator belt). Examine the edges by your Acura dealer. of each belt for cracks or fraying. Check the tension of the power steering belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys.
Page 275: Timing Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Timing Belt, Tires Timing Belt Tires Inflation The timing belt should normally be To safely operate your car, your tires Keeping the tires properly inflated replaced at the intervals shown in must be the proper type and size, in provides the best combination of the maintenance schedule.
Page 276 Main Menu Table of Contents Timing Belt, Tires Timing Belt Tires Inflation The timing belt should normally be To safely operate your car, your tires Keeping the tires properly inflated replaced at the intervals shown in must be the proper type and size, in provides the best combination of the maintenance schedule.
Page 277: Tires
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 car has been driven Normal Driving tires that are in good condition may several miles), you will see readings The following chart shows the...
Page 278 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The compact spare tire pressure is: Inspection Every time you check inflation, you 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) should also examine the tires for These pressures are also given on damage, foreign objects, and wear. the tire information label on the You should look for: driver’s doorjamb.
Page 279: Tire Rotation
Improper wheel weights can damage tent vibration while driving. A tire your car’s aluminum wheels. Use only should always be rebalanced if it is genuine Acura wheel weights f or removed from the wheel for repair. To help increase tire life and balancing.
Page 280: Replacing Tires And Wheels
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 car while car can affect handling and...
Page 281: Wheels And Tires
For the best performance in snowy P205/60R16 91V came on your Acura. Replacement or icy conditions, you should install wheels are available at your Acura snow tires or tire chains. They may Type-S dealer. be required by local laws under P215/50R17 93V certain conditions.
Page 282: Snow Tires
Snow Tires Tire Chains If you mount snow tires on your Premium model only Acura, make sure they are radial Because your Acura has limited tire tires of the same size and load range clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’...
Page 283: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car’s exterior lights at least once a month. 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 284 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible.
Page 285: Headlight Aiming
If you touch the glass, headlights should be performed by and the key removed. Because of clean it with denatured alcohol and a an Acura technician or other this, you should not attempt to clean cloth. qualified mechanic.
Page 286 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Open the hood. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on If you need to change a bulb on all the way. the driver’s side, remove the radiator reserve tank. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.
Page 287 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights To remove the front turn signal/ Replacing Front Turn Signal/ parking light bulb, push it in Parking and Side Marker Light slightly and turn it Bulbs counterclockwise. To remove the side marker bulb, pull it straight out of its socket.
Page 288 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 289 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Put the fastener in the hole on the Reinstall the socket. Turn it Replacing a High-mount Brake side of the trunk lining and push clockwise until it locks. Light Bulb on the center until it locks (the center is flush with the head).
Page 290 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the bulb by pulling it Replacing a Rear License Plate Replacing Bulbs in the Interior straight out. Push the new bulb Bulb Courtesy Lights into the socket. Put the lens back in place and tighten the two screws securely.
Page 291 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Door light: Remove the bulb by pulling it Pry on the top middle of the lens. straight out of its metal tabs. Ceiling light: Push the new bulb into the metal Pry on the front edge of the lens tabs.
Page 292 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the new bulb into the metal Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb tabs. Push the cover back in place. Open the trunk. Pull down the trunk light cover. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs.
Page 293: Storing Your Car
If you store your car for 12 months (see page Support the front wiper blade or longer, have your Acura dealer arms with a folded towel or rag so perform the inspections called for in Wash and dry the exterior they do not touch the windshield.
Page 294: Appearance Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed Washing Frequent washing helps preserve 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 295: Waxing
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care should use a polish on your Acura if Waxing Paint Touch-up Always wash and dry the whole car the finish does not have its original Your dealer has touch-up paint to before waxing it. You should wax shine after using a wax.
Page 296: Interior Care
Periodically shampoo the carpet to If you replace it, use an Acura floor keep it looking new. Use one of the mat that is designed to be used with foam-type carpet cleaners on the the floor mat anchor in your car.
Page 297: Fabric
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Fabric Leather Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the Vacuum dirt and dust from the material frequently. For general leather frequently. Pay particular cleaning, use a solution of mild soap attention to the pleats and seams. and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
Page 298: 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 299: 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 300: Body Repairs
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 the quality of original parts, some work.
Page 301: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire compact spare. that takes up less space. Use this spare tire as a temporary replace- The wheel of the compact spare ment only. Get your regular tire tire is designed especially to fit repaired or replaced and put it back your car.
Page 302: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 303 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire The jack is behind a cover in the Turn the jack’s end bracket Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 right fender. Remove the cover by counterclockwise to loosen it, then turn with the wheel wrench. turning the handle counterclock- remove the jack.
Page 304 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the tire. Temporarily place the flat tire pointed to by a mark molded vehicle until the flat tire is off the...
Page 305 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack. surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross a clean cloth.
Page 306 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Remove the center cap before Place the flat tire face down in the the same crisscross pattern. Have storing the flat tire in the trunk spare tire well.
Page 307 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won’t Start Store the jack in its holder. Turn Store the center cap in the trunk. If Your Engine Won’t Start the jack’s end bracket to lock it in Make sure it does not get scratch- Diagnosing why your engine won’t place.
Page 308 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won’t Start Store the jack in its holder. Turn Store the center cap in the trunk. If Your Engine Won’t Start the jack’s end bracket to lock it in Make sure it does not get scratch- Diagnosing why your engine won’t place.
Page 309: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to START If the headlights dim noticeably or Nothing Happens or the Starter (III). If the headlights do not dim, go out when you try to start the Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
Page 310: The Starter Operates Normally
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Do you have fuel? Turn the If you find nothing wrong, you will The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s ignition switch to ON (II) for a need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster minute and watch the fuel gauge.
Page 311: Jump Starting
Put the transmission in Neutral or Park, and set the parking brake. You cannot start an Acura with an automatic transmission by pushing Remove the battery cover (see or pulling it. page...
Page 312 Connect the second jumper cable positive ( ) terminal on your to the negative ( ) terminal on Acura’s battery. Connect the other the booster battery. Connect the end to the positive ( ) terminal other end to the grounding strap on the booster battery.
Page 313 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start your car. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal-to- metal contact. Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery.
Page 314: 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 315 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 316: 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 317: 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 318: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your 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 319: Readiness Codes
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If possible, do not take your car for a Readiness Codes Your car has certain ‘‘readiness state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. To check if diagnostics for the emissions they are set, turn the ignition ON (II), systems.
Page 320: 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 indicates a problem with the car’s gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system. In most cases, the when it is safe.
Page 321: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following: 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 322 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes. The under-hood fuse box is located On Type-S with A/T The VSA fuse box is located under in the back of the engine compart- the interior fuse box on the...
Page 323: Checking And Replacing
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car 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 324 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the car without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the Replacing a f use with one that has a same rating or a lower rating from higher rating greatly increases the one of the other circuits.
Page 325 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Condenser Fan 20 A Cooling Fan 30 A Condenser Fan 30 A Cooling Fan 7.5 A MG Clutch 120 A Battery 60 A IG1 Main 30 A Spare Fuse...
Page 326 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOXES DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 15 A Fuel Pump 20 A Left Power Window 10 A Main SRS 20 A Driver’s Power Seat 7.5 A Heater Control, A/C Clutch Reclining, Memory Seat Relay, Cooling Fan Relay 20 A...
Page 327 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses VSA FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected On Type-S with A/T 20 A VSA F/S Relay 20 A VSA Throttle Motor Not Used Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 328: Emergency Towing
There are three popular types of unacceptable. Improper towing preparation will professional towing equipment. damage the transmission. Follow the If your Acura cannot be transported above procedure exactly. If you cannot The operator by flat-bed, it should be towed by Flat-bed Equipment shif t the transmission or start the loads your car on the back of a truck.
Page 329 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 car for bumpers will cause serious damage.
Page 330: Identification Numbers
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. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 331 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front left. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. Technical Information...
Page 332: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 192.0 in (4,877 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 70.6 in (1,793 mm) 17.17 US gal (65.0 , 14.30 Imp gal) Height 53.3 in (1,354 mm) Engine Change 1.48 US gal (5.6 , 1.23 Imp gal) Wheelbase 106.9 in (2,715 mm) coolant...
Page 333 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Engine Headlights (High beam) 12 V 60 W (HB3) Type Water cooled 4-stroke Front turn signal/parking lights 12 V 24/2.2 CP SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6) Rear turn signal lights 12 V 27/8 W gasoline engine Stop/Taillights 12 V...
Page 334: 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 335 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature A, B, C 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 336: 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 337: Driving In Foreign Countries
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 338: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon canister while the engine is off. After monoxide does not contribute to In Canada, Acura vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, smog creation, but it is a poisonous with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine gas.
Page 339: Exhaust Emissions Controls
System engine’s combustion and minimize The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Genuine Acura replacement parts or the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that (EGR) system takes some of the their equivalent for repairs. Using comes out the tailpipe.
Page 340: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Acura part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature...
Page 341 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 342: State Emissions Testing
50 to 60 mph your Acura dealer. (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in D (A/T) or 6th (M/T). Do not use the cruise control.
Page 343: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information Acura dealership personnel are In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should Islands: us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 344: Warranty Coverages
Table of Contents Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners 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 345: Reporting Safety Defects
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 346: Authorized Manuals
2003 Acura 3.2CL Maintenance Journal $10.00 notice and without incurring obligation. Mich. Purchases 31S3MQ00 2003 Acura 3.2CL Quick Start Guide $10.00 Add 6% Sales Tax Orders are mailed within 10 days. Please Order form for previous years – HANDLING CHARGE $6.00...
Page 347 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.

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