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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Comfort and Convenience Features ..............................................................................................

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

Before Driving..................................................................................................................................

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

Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

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

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

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

Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................

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

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

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

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

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.

Index......................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

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

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Summary of Contents for Honda 2001 Integra Hatchback

Page 1 2001 Integra Hatchback Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
Page 2 The information and specifications included ADDRESS in this publication were in affect at the time STREET of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and...
Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2001 Acura Integra was a wise As you read this manual, you will investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by NOTICE symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to read information is intended to help you avoid damage to your Acura, other this manual.
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
Main Menu Main Menu A Few Words About Safety A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important.
Page 5 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance DIGITAL CLOCK MIRROR CONTROLS HEATING/COOLIN G DOOR LOCK SWITCHES/ (P. 88) (P. 86) CONTROLS HATCH LOCK SWITCH INDICATOR LIGHTS (P. 53) (P. 94) (P. 75) GAUGES (P. 58) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 84) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.
Page 6: Your Car At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance CRUISE CONTROL INSTRUMENT PANEL HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 65) (P. 67) BRIGHTNESS (P. 65) (P. 63) MOONROOF HORN BUTTONS (P. 85) HEADLIGHTS/TUR N SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHER S TILT ADJUSTMENT (P. 62/63) (P.
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Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Airbags..........If a Child Requires Close information about how to protect Seats & Seat-Backs...... Attention........yourself and your passengers. It Head Restraints......Additional Safety Precautions..shows you how to use seat belts Door Locks........
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 10 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 11 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Seat Belts In addition, most states and all collision.) For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to your passengers, your car is wear seat belts. Help keep you from being thrown equipped with seat belts in all seating against the inside of the vehicle positions.
Page 12 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need Airbags can pose serious hazards. to know about your airbags are: To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags save lives, Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Page 13 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Seats & Seat-Backs Door Locks What you should do: Move the front Your car's seats are designed to keep seats as far back as possible, and Keeping your doors locked reduces you in a comfortable, upright keep adjustable seat-backs in an the chance of being thrown out of...
Page 14 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Head restraints are properly adjusted (see page 15). To make sure you and your passengers get the maximum Both doors and the hatch are protection from your car's safety closed and locked (see page 12).
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction 1. Close and Lock the Doors For safety, locking the doors reduces The following pages provide the chance that a passenger, After everyone has entered the car, instructions on how to properly especially a child, will open a door be sure the doors and the hatch are protect the driver and other adult...
Page 16 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 2.Adjust the Front Seats To reduce the chance of injury, wear your seat belt properly, sit upright with your back against the seat, and Sitting too close to an airbag move the seat as far back as possible can result in serious injury or from the steering wheel while still death if the airbags inflate.
Page 17 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs A front passenger should also adjust the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as Reclining the seat-back too far possible. A passenger who sits too can result in serious injury or close to the dashboard could be death in a crash.
Page 18 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 4 Adjust the Head Restraints Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from Improperly positioning head whiplash and other crash injuries. restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be See page for how to adjust the seriously injured in a crash.
Page 19 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 5.Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again Belts to remove any slack from the shoulder part, then check that the Insert the latch plate into the buckle, belt rests across the center of your then tug on the belt to make sure the chest and over your shoulder.
Page 20 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 6.Adjust the Steering Wheel Never place the shoulder portion of a See page for additional lap/shoulder belt under your arm or information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your behind your back.
Page 21 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 7.Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured by Sitting improperly or out of After all occupants have adjusted striking interior parts of the car, or their seats and put on seat belts, it is position can result in serious...
Page 22 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Additional Safety Precautions Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible Two people should never use the from the steering wheel or same seat belt. If they do, they dashboard.
Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Do not place hard or sharp objects Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers. If your between yourself and an airbag. hands or arms are close to the Carrying hard or sharp objects on airbag covers in the center of the your lap, or driving with a pipe or steering wheel and on top of the...
Page 24: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger' s Airbag Poses Any child who is too small to wear a Seat Serious Risks to Children seat belt should be properly According to accident statistics, Airbags have been designed to help restrained in a child seat.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Infants Small Children Larger Children Children who have outgrown child Placing a forward-facing child seat in Never put a rear-facing child seat in seats are also at risk of being injured the front seat of a vehicle equipped the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger's airbag can be or killed by an inflating passenger's...
Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the airbag hazards, To remind you of the passenger's airbag hazards, and that children your car has warning labels on the must be properly restrained in the driver's and front passenger's visors.
Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Safety Precautions If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention Do not leave children alone in your vehicle. Leaving children without Your car has two seating positions in Many parents say they prefer to put adult supervision is illegal in most the back seat where children can be...
Page 29 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines for Using 1. The child seat should meet safety Child Seats standards. The child seat should meet Federal Motor Vehicle The following pages give general Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS 213) guidelines for selecting and installing or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety child seats for infants and small Standard 213 (CMVSS 213).
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Before purchasing a child seat, we 3. The child seat should fit the recommend that parents test the vehicle seating position (or child seat in the specific vehicle positions) where it will be used. seating position (or positions) where they intend to use the seat.
Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Placing a Child Seat Front Passenger's Seat This page briefly summarizes Acura's Infants: Never in the front seat, due recommendations on where to place to the passenger's airbag hazard. rear-facing and forward-facing child seats in your car.
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat 3. 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 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this car, a rear-facing child seat Placing a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the front seat can result in in the back seat, but not in the front serious injury or death if the seat.
Page 34 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 35 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. 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. 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 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation Additional Precautions for Infants facing child seat may prevent the Tips Never hold an infant on your lap. driver or a front-seat passenger from If you are not wearing a seat belt moving the seat as far back as in a crash, you could be thrown...
Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Small 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 the seating positions in the back seat.
Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back Improperly placing a forward- and front passenger seating positions facing child seat in the front have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. seat can result in serious injury or death if the airbags inflate.
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children 3. After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps.
Page 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking Additional Precautions for Small mechanism in order to remove a Children child seat, unlatch the buckle, Never hold a small child on your unroute the seat belt, and let the belt lap.
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit improperly in the front seat can for a forward-facing child seat, the result in injury or death if the child should sit in one of the back airbags inflate.
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If the shoulder part of the belt rests Do not let a child wear a seat belt Using a Booster Seat over the child's collarbone and across the neck. This could result in against the center of the chest, as serious neck injuries during a crash.
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely A child may continue using a booster while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: seat until the tops of the ears are even with the top of the seat-back.
Page 44 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers When you reinstall the tether hardware after replacing the tail/ CARGO AREA stoplight or back-up light bulb, make sure the toothed washer is on the bottom of the bolt, Tighten the bolt 16 lbf.ft (22 N.m,2.2 kgf.m) If a torque wrench was not used, see your Acura dealer as soon as...
Page 45: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To fasten the belt, insert the latch Your seat belt system includes lap/ plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder belts in all four seating belt to make sure the buckle is positions.
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance All seat belts have an emergency To deactivate the locking locking retractor. In normal driving, mechanism, unlatch the buckle and For safety, you should check the the retractor lets you move freely in let the seat belt fully retract.
Page 47 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, you should have your dealer inspect the belt, and replace it if necessary. Not checking or maintaining A belt that has been worn during a seat belts can result in serious crash may not provide the same level injury or death if the seat belts...
Page 48: Additional Information About Your Srs
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS SRS Components How Your Airbags Work An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to Your Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) includes: a possible problem with the system (see page 47). Two front airbags.
Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS Since both airbags use the same After a crash, you may see what sensors, both airbags normally looks like smoke. This is actually inflate at the same time. However, it powder from the airbag's surface.
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS How the SRS Indicator Light SRS Service If the light comes on or flashes on Works and off while you drive. Your Supplemental Restraint System The purpose of the SRS is virtually maintenance-free, and S R S light is to alert you to a...
Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection in a moderate to severe frontal collision. Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any reason.
Page 52: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon With the hatch 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 53: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels DASH BOARD These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious SUN VISOR injury. Read these labels carefully. U.S. models If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Acura dealer for a replacement.
Page 54: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Instruments and Controls Immobilizer System..... This section gives information about Gauges..........Ignition Switch......the controls and displays that Speedometer........ contribute to the daily operation of Tachometer........Door Locks........your Acura. All the essential controls Odometer........Power Door/Hatch Locks..are within easy reach.
Page 55: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations DIGITAL CLOCK HEATING/COOLIN G MIRROR CONTROLS CONTROLS (P. 88) (P. 86) DOOR LOCK SWITCHES/ INDICATOR LIGHTS (P. 53) (P. 94) HATCH LOCK SWITCH GAUGES (P. 58) (P. 75) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 84) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.
Page 56: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.57) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* (P.54) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.55) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.56) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.55) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR* (P.55) LAMP (P.240) SUPPLEMENTA L RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.55) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P.54) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.56]...
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Low Fuel Indicator Parking Brake U.S. Canada The instrument panel has many and Brake indicators to give you important BRAKE System information about your car. This light comes on as a reminder Indicator that you must refuel soon.
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Supplemental Restraint Charging System Anti-lock Brake Canada U.S. S R S System Indicator Indicator System (ABS) A B S Indicator This indicator lights when you turn If this light conies on when the the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Turn Signal and Cruise Control Indicator Hatch-open Indicator CRUISE CONTROL Hazard Warning Indicators This light comes on if the hatch is Only on models equipped with Cruise The left or right turn signal light not closed tightly.
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Immobilizer System Indicator This light comes on with the high This indicator comes on for a few beam headlights. See page seconds when you turn the ignition information on the headlight switch ON (II).
Page 61: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer TEMPERATURE SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TACHOMETER The odometer shows the total dis- GAUGE tance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change...
Page 62: Fuel Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge TEMPERATUR E TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE This shows the temperature of the GAUGE engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to near...
Page 63: Maintenance Required Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Maintenance Required Indicator Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds. If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this...
Page 64: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering REAR WINDOW CRUISE INSTRUMENT PANEL HAZARD WARNING column contain controls for driving CONTROL BRIGHTNESS LIGHTS DEFOGGER features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams.
Page 65: Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights To flash the high beams, pull the If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it.
Page 66: Instrument Panel Brightness
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly Instrument Panel Brightness on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.
Page 67: Windshield Wipers
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers The right lever controls the wind- To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on shield wipers and washers. The push the control lever down. The the wiper control lever.
Page 68: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Wiper and Washer Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger WIPER/WASHE R To turn on the rear window wiper, Push the red button under the center The rear window defogger will clear turn the ring clockwise to ON.
Page 69: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before See page for important safety starting to drive. information about how to properly position the steering wheel. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally Make any steering wheel adjustment...
Page 70: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel, Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control NOTICE 2. Move the steering wheel to the desired position, making sure the LS, GS and GS-R models wheel points toward your chest, Cruise control allows you to maintain The cruise control, as it operates, not toward your face.
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The cruise control may not hold the Using the Cruise Control set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed.
Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways: on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls If you use the brake or clutch pedal Pressing the Cruise Control Master Cancelling the Cruise Control to cancel cruise control, the system Switch turns the system completely You can cancel the cruise control in remembers the previously-set off and erases the previous cruising any of these ways:...
Page 74: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Keys You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. MASTER KEY VALET KEY You will need this number if you (GREY) (BLACK) have to get a lost key replaced. Keep the plate stored in a safe place.
Page 75: Immobilizer System
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Immobilizer System The system may not recognize your These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the The Immobilizer System protects key's coding if another immobilizer Immobilizer System. They will not your car from theft.
Page 76: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Ignition Switch As required by the FCC: Do not attempt to alter this system This device complies with Part 15 of the or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make FCC rules.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks LOCK (0) — You can insert or START (III) — Use this position only to start the engine. The switch remove the key only in this position. returns to ON (II) when you let go of To switch from ACCESSORY to Removing the key from the LOCK, you must push the key in...
Page 78: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Door Locks Power Door/Hatch Locks The doors can also be locked and unlocked from the outside with the LOCK TAB MASTER DOOR AND HATCH key. LOCK SWITCH SE model When you push in the lock tab on the driver's door, that door and the hatch will lock.
Page 79: Hatch
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Hatch LS, GS, GS-R and Type-R models Both doors and the hatch can be Each door has a master door and locked from the outside by using the Use the master key to lock and hatch lock switch.
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks See page for cargo loading and LEVER weight limit information. Keep the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the hatch and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 49.
Page 81: Glove Box
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. LS, GS, GS-R and Type-R models The glove box light comes on only Open the glove box by pulling the...
Page 82: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Front 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. To adjust the seat forward and To change the angle of the seat-back, backward, pull up on the lever under pull up on the lever on the outside of...
Page 83: Driver's Seat Height Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Height Adjustment Driver's Lumbar Support Except SE and Type-R models See pages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat-back.
Page 84: Rear Seat Access
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustment s Rear Seat Access To get into the back seat on the driver's side, pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever. RELEASE LEVER To get into the back seat on the passenger's side, push forward on the release lever at the base of the seat-back.
Page 85: Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Head Restraints The front head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to See page for important safety adjust the restraint. Do not attempt information and a warning about how to to adjust it while driving. To raise it, properly position the head restraints.
Page 86: Folding Rear Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Folding Rear Seat, Cargo Area Cover Cargo Area Cover Folding Rear Seat To lock the seat-back upright, push the seat-back firmly against its latch. MOUNTING ROD Tug on the seat-back to make sure it is latched. Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded.
Page 87: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your car's windows are electrically- MAIN SWITCH powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window. Closing a power window on someone's hands or fingers can Each door has a switch that controls cause serious injury.
Page 88: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows, Moonroof Moonroof The MAIN switch controls power to The master control panel also con- the passenger's window. With this tains these extra features: switch off, the passenger's window AUTO — To open the driver's cannot be raised or lowered.
Page 89: Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof, Mirrors Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH Closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure passengers are clear of the moonroof before closing it. NOTICE If you try to open the moonroof in Keep the inside and outside mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors with the below-freezing temperatures, or when...
Page 90: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE ADJUSTMENT PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the car with the parking brake SWITCH applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. 3. Push the appropriate edge of the To apply the parking brake, pull the adjustment switch to move the lever up fully.
Page 91: Digital Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Digital Clock 3. Press and hold the H button until RESET the hour advances to the desired time. 4. Press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time. You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour.
Page 92: Beverage Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holder Push To open the beverage holder, push Be careful when you are using the on the front to get it to pop out beverage holder. A spilled liquid that slightly. Then pull it out the rest of is very hot can scald you or your the way.
Page 93: Console Compartment
Main Menu Table of Contents Console Compartment , Cigarette Lighter Console Compartment Cigarette Lighter CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CIGARETTE LIGHTER CARD HOLDER To open the console compartment, The pocket on the underside of the The ignition switch must be in pull up the front edge of the lid. console compartment lid can be used ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the cigarette lighter to work.
Page 94: Ashtrays
Main Menu Table of Contents Ashtrays NOTICE ASHTRAY Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, cigars, and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car, don't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray. ASHTRAY Open the front ashtray by pulling on The rear ashtray is at the rear end of...
Page 95: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights Cargo Area Light DOOR ACTIVATED The ceiling light has a three-position LS, GS and GS-R models The cargo area light has a two- switch. In the OFF position, the light Turn on the spotlight by pushing the position switch.
Page 96 Main Menu Comfort and Convenienc e Features The heating and air conditioning* Heating and Cooling......systems in your Acura provide a com- What Each Control Does.... fortable driving environment in all How to Use the System....weather conditions. To Turn Everything Off... Audio System.........
Page 97: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling RECIRCULATIO N Proper use of the Heating and MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON BUTTON Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility. (Canadian Type-R model only) If your car does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Page 99: How To Use The System
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Vent Controls How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the SIDE VENT CENTER VENT system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air.
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATIO N AIR CONDITIONING It is best to leave the system in Fresh BUTTON BUTTON Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C 1. Turn on the A / C by pressing the button. The light in the button should come on when a fan speed is selected. 2. Make sure the temperature MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATIO N AIR CONDITIONING...
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling If the interior is very warm from Air conditioning places an extra load To Heat and Dehumidify with Air on the engine. Watch the engine being parked in the sun, you can cool Conditioning coolant temperature gauge (see page it down more rapidly by setting up...
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows: 1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATIO N AIR CONDITIONING 3. Select Fresh Air mode and BUTTON BUTTON 4.
Page 104: To Turn Everything Off
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Turn Everything Off To remove exterior frost or ice from These settings direct all the air flow the windshield and side windows to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, after the car has been sitting out in the windshield and the side window slide the fan speed and temperature...
Page 105: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/CD 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. AM/FM 1-2 BUTTON TUNE BAR The anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle's battery.
Page 106: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio SEEK — The SEEK function You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with The ignition switch must be in a strong signal.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To store a frequency: 1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button. AM/FM 1-2 BUTTON TUNE BAR 2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AUTO SELECT — If you are TUNE BAR SEEK BAR traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.
Page 109: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound MODE BUTTON Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the MODE button several times. The selected mode, BAS, TRE, FAD, or BAL is shown in the display.
Page 110: Radio Frequencies
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Acura's radio can receive the How well your Acura's radio receives complete AM and FM bands. stations is dependent on many Those bands cover these frequen- factors, such as the distance from cies: the station's transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric...
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. 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.
Page 112: Operating The Cd Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. AM/FM1-2 CD SLOT CD INDICATOR With the system on, insert the disc CD BUTTON BUTTON into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System RANDOM PLAY — This feature, You can switch to the radio while a You can use the TUNE and SEEK when activated, plays the tracks on CD is playing by pressing the A M / bars while a disc is playing to select the CD in random order, rather than FM1.2 button.
Page 114: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer To select a different disc, press the When you switch back to CD mode, (Optional) appropriate preset button (1 — 6). If the system selects the same unit (in- you select an empty slot in the A Compact Disc changer is available dash or changer) that was playing...
Page 115: Protecting Compact Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Handle a CD by its edges; never A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Contamination Wipe across the disc from the center inner and outer edges.
Page 116: Cd Player Error Indications
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Player Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Acura dealer.
Page 117: Cd Changer Error Indications
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Changer Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Acura dealer.
Page 118: Operating The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player The tape direction indicator will light If you turn the system off while a (Optional) to show you which side of the tape is playing, either with the PWR/ cassette is playing.
Page 119: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, TMS, or REPEAT function to find a desired program. FAST FORWARD FF/REW — Fast Forward and REWIND Rewind move the tape rapidly. Press and release the side of the TUNE bar to fast forward the tape,...
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System TMS — The Tape Music Search FAST FORWARD/ function allows you to find the REWIND beginning of a song or passage. To activate TMS, press the SEEK bar. Press the side to advance to the beginning of the next song or passage, or the side to return to...
Page 121: Caring For The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Caring for the Cassette Player tape is manually rewound. Never try to insert foreign objects into the cassette player. The cassette player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contami- Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes. nation builds up over time and Cassettes longer than that use causes the sound quality to degrade.
Page 122: Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Theft Protection You will have to store your favorite If your car's battery is disconnected stations in the Preset buttons after Your car's audio system will disable or goes dead, or the radio fuse is itself if it is disconnected from removed, the audio system will the system begins working.
Page 123 Main Menu...
Page 124: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, General Precautions...... you should know what gasoline to Break-in Period......use, and how to check the levels of Gasoline.......... important fluids. You also need to Service Station Procedures..know how to properly store luggage Filling the Fuel Tank....
Page 125: General Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents General Precautions Curbs and steep inclines could Type-R model damage the front and rear Your Acura is designed to give you optimum handling and performance bumpers. Low curbs that do not on well-maintained roads. As part of affect the average car may be high this design, your car has a minimum enough to hit the bumper on your...
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Gasoline (SE, LS and GS models) Help assure your car's future Your Acura is designed to operate on Use an unleaded gasoline with a reliability and performance by paying pump octane number of 86 or higher. unleaded gasoline.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable Pull Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on, tighten it until it clicks several times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 240).
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without To close the hood, lift it up slightly to lifting the hood latch handle, or the remove the support rod from the SUPPORT ROD hood latch handle moves stiffly or hole.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few cloth or paper towel.
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refer to Owner Maintenance Engine Coolant Check Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Acura. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK RESERVE TANK 4. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level.
Page 132: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Driving Habits The condition of your car and your A cold engine uses more fuel than a warm engine. It is not necessary to driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by "warm-up"...
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessorie s and Modifications Modifying your car, or installing of your car, or even cause the some non-Acura accessories, can airbags to deploy. make your car unsafe. Before you Improper accessories or make any modifications or add any modifications can affect your Before installing any accessory: car's handling, stability and...
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessorie s and Modifications Modifications Additional Safety Precaution In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the Do not remove any original airbag covers. Any object attached to the chance of undercarriage parts equipment or modify your car in any or placed on the covers marked "SRS...
Page 135: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the doors are designed for small, lightweight items. The cargo area is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment The maximum load for your car is 700 lbs (325 kg). Overloading or improper Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt stability and cause a crash in This figure includes the total weight...
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area If you carry large items that or on a Roof Rack prevent you from closing the Distribute cargo evenly on the hatch, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area.
Page 138: Driving
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 5-speed manual and automatic at High Altitude..... transmissions. It also includes 5-speed Manual Transmission..
Page 139: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat 10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II). and adjustments every day before (see page Check the indicator lights in the you drive your car.
Page 140: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 5. If the engine does not start within meters) adds to the problem. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls Use the following procedure: 2. In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed half-way...
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmissio n 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 142 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmissio n 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 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmissio n Shift Lever Positions Shift Lever Position Indicator Your Acura's transmission has four forward speeds, and is electronically RELEASE controlled for smoother shifting. It BUTTON also has a "lock-up" torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmissio n Reverse (R) — To shift to Reverse from Park, see the explanation under Park. To shift to Reverse from Neutral, come to a complete stop and then shift. Press the release button before shifting into Reverse from Neutral.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmissio n Drive (D ) — This position is similar Engine Speed Limiter going down steep hills. Use second to D , except only the first three gear when starting out on a slippery If you exceed the maximum speed gears are selected.
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmissio n Shift Lock Release RELEASE BUTTON This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. 1.
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Parking Tips Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the 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 148: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake Wear Indicators Your Acura is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds All four brakes have audible brake assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- wear indicators.
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes The hydraulic system that operates The Integra LS, GS, GS-R and the brakes has two separate circuits. Type-R models have an Anti-lock Each circuit works diagonally across Brake System (ABS) as standard the vehicle (the left-front brake is equipment.
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System A vehicle with ABS may require a You should never pump the Important Safety Reminders longer distance to stop on loose or brake pedal, this defeats the ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the car, it purpose of the ABS.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System, Limited Slip Differential Limited Slip Differential ABS Indicator Type-R model only ABS INDICATOR* Your Acura is equipped with a Limited Slip Differential (LSD). If one front wheel slips, the LSD helps traction by automatically transmitting driving force to the other front wheel.
Page 152: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Visibility — Being able to see Driving Technique — Always drive slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being visible to other drivers are important weather. It takes your car longer to in all weather conditions.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Traction — Check your tires frequently for wear and proper pressure. Both are important in preventing "hydroplaning" (loss of traction on a wet surface). In the winter, mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling.
Page 154: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Load Limits Your Acura has been designed 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 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To achieve a proper tongue load, (GVWR): start by loading 60 percent of the 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 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Checking Loads Towing Equipment and Hitches Accessories The best way to confirm that vehicle Any hitch used on your vehicle must and trailer weights are within limits Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody.
Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Acura recommends that any trailer LEFT TURN SIGNAL GROUND BACK-UP LIGHT having a total weight of 1,000 Ibs (GREEN/BLACK ) (GREEN/BLUE) (BLACK) (450 kg) or more be equipped with its own electric or surge-type brakes.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Additional Trailer Equipment Many states and Canadian provinces properly inflated (see page 255), When preparing to tow, and before require special outside mirrors when and the trailer tires and spare are driving away, be sure to check the inflated as recommended by the...
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. The added weight, length, and than normal.
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Parking Crosswinds and air turbulence Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the caused by passing trucks can disrupt parking brake and putting the your steering and cause trailer swaying.
Page 161 Main Menu...
Page 162 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety....... Hood Latch........important to keep your car well Important Safety Precautions.. Spark Plugs........Maintenance Schedule....Replacement....... maintained and to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Record..... Specifications......Battery..........Owner Maintenance Checks..This section also includes Fluid Locations.......
Page 163: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Regularly maintaining your car is the This section includes instructions for Some of the most important safety best way to protect your investment. simple maintenance tasks, such as precautions are given here. However, Proper maintenance is essential to checking and adding oil.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Before you begin any maintenance, tools and skills required. make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 165: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Which Schedule to Follow: The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance 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 the Maintenance Schedules on the...
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule 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.
Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents U.S. Owners Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.
Page 168 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. Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents U.S. Owners Follow the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D, E as required for each distance/time. Severe Conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 163. 1: See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement. 2: Thereafter replace engine coolant every 60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs. NOTE: Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Page 172 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 164) or severe conditions (page 166). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
Page 174: 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 127.
Page 175: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (5-speed Manual FLUID DIPSTICK Transmission only) (Yellow loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE COOLANT (Black cap) RESERVOI R WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTIC K...
Page 176: Engine Oil
It is highly recommended CD. These additional classifications that you use Honda Motor Oil in are not a problem, as long as the your vehicle for as long as you own it. label also carries the SJ classification.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil The oil container may also display The SAE numbers tell you the oil's An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is the API Certification seal. Make sure viscosity or weight. Select the oil for preferred for improved fuel economy your car according to this chart.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Synthetic Oil Additives Changing the Oil and Filter You may use a synthetic motor oil if Your Acura does not need any oil Always change the oil and filter it meets the same requirements additives.
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil 1. Run the engine until it reaches OIL FILTER normal operating temperature, then shut it off. OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER 2. Open the hood and remove the 3. Remove the oil filter and let the engine oil fill cap.
Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil NOTICE 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be 33 Ibf.ft (44 N.m , 4.5 kgf.m) five seconds.
Page 181: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. RADIATOR CAP 2. Turn the radiator cap counter- clockwise, without pressing down on it, until it stops. This relieves any pressure remaining in the cooling system.
Page 183 Only use DRAIN PLUG Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. 1. Turn the ignition ON (II). Slide 4. Loosen the drain plug on the the heater temperature control bottom of the radiator.
Page 184 Tighten it securely. Tightening torque: 58 Ibf.ft (78 N.m , 8.0 kgf.m) 7. Pour Honda All Season RESERVE Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into TANK CAP HOLDER Fill up to here the radiator up to the base of the filler neck.
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System, Windshield Washers Windshield Washers 8. Start the engine and let it run for 14. Start the engine and hold it at about 30 seconds. Then turn off 1,500 rpm until the radiator fan Check the level in the windshield the engine.
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers, Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission When you refill the reservoir, clean WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR the edges of the windshield wiper DIPSTICK blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will help to condition the blade edges.
Page 187 However, continued LOWER MARK use can affect shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. To thoroughly flush the transmission, 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the technician should drain and refill...
Page 188 Table of Contents Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission Brake and Clutch Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG, SH or SJ Check the fluid level in the reser- Correct level grade motor oil with a viscosity of voirs monthly.
Page 189: Brake And Clutch Fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, the use of any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Page 190: Power Steering
Have the power NOTICE steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Turning the steering wheel to full left or right lock and holding it there can damage the power steering pump.
Page 191: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be BOLTS cleaned or replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Cleaning (Severe Conditions) Clean the air cleaner element by blowing compressed air through it in the opposite direction to normal air flow.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Hood Latch, Spark Plugs Hood Latch Spark Plugs Replacement The spark plugs in your car are a LATCH ASSEMBLY SPARK PLUG CAP special platinum-tipped design for longer life. They need to be replaced every 7 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km), whichever comes first.
Page 193: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs NOTICE Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head. 7. Install the spark plug cap. 8.
Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs, Battery Specifications : Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the condition of your car's battery monthly. You should check (SE, LS, GS) the color of the test indicator window, NGK: PZFR5F-11 and for corrosion on the terminals. DENSO: PKJ16CR-L11 Plug Gap:...
Page 195 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 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery NOTICE The battery gives off explosive Charging the battery with the cables hydrogen gas during normal connected can seriously damage your operation. car's electronic controls. Detach the battery cables before connecting the A spark or flame can cause the battery to a charger.
Page 197: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS 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 they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 199: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System Optional for Canadian Type-R model Periodically check the engine's If the air conditioning does not get as Your car's air conditioning is a sealed radiator and air conditioning cold as before, have your dealer condenser for leaves, insects, and check the system.
Page 200: Timing Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belts, Timing Belt Drive Belts Timing Belt The belts should have the following "play" or deflection. The timing belt should normally be ALTERNATOR BELT Alternator belt: replaced at the intervals shown in 0.35 — 0.43 in (9.0 — 11.0 mm) the maintenance schedule.
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when To safely operate your car, your tires they are cold. This means the car must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated has been parked for at least three good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of...
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inspection Recommended Tire Pressures for Every time you check inflation, you Normal Driving The following chart shows the should also examine the tires for recommended cold tire pressures for damage, foreign objects, and wear. most normal driving conditions and speeds.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Maintenance NOTICE INDICATOR LOCATION In addition to proper inflation, MARKS correct wheel alignment helps to (Only on cars equipped with aluminum decrease tire wear. If you find a tire wheels) is worn unevenly, have your dealer Improper wheel weights can damage check the wheel alignment.
Page 204: Tire Rotation
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Rotation Tire Wear When shopping for replacement tires, you may find that some tires Type-R model only Front Front are "directional." This means they The tires on your Type-R were are designed to rotate only in one designed and constructed to provide direction.
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Replacing Tires and Wheels The ABS works by comparing the The tires that came with your car speed of the wheels. When replacing were selected to match the perform- tires, use the same size originally Installing improper tires on your ance capabilities of the car while supplied with the car.
Page 206: Winter Driving
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Wheels and Tires Winter Driving See page for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading. SE, LS, GS and GS-R models Wheels: Tires that are marked " M + S " or (SE) "All Season" on the sidewall have an 14x51/2JJ all-weather tread design.
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Snow Tires Tire Chains All Models SE, LS, GS and GS-R models Mount traction devices (link-type or When installing traction devices, If you mount snow tires on your cable-type) only when required by follow the manufacturer's Acura, make sure they are radial driving conditions or local laws.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car's HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM 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 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: BACK-UP LIGHT TURN SIGNAL SIDE MARKER LIGHT 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,...
Page 210: Headlight Aiming
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming To check these settings: HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE The headlights were properly aimed when your car was new. You should 1. Make sure the fuel tank is full. check their aim if you regularly carry Park the car on level ground.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE 7. If you cannot get an indicator to 5. Check the vertical angle gauge. 6. If either indicator is not aligned align, have your Acura dealer with its "0" mark as described, an The bubble should be centered adjustment can be made using a inspect the car for body damage or...
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb 3. Turn the bulb about one-eighth Your car has two bulbs on each side, turn counterclockwise to unlock it four in total. Make sure you are from the headlight assembly. replacing the bulb that is burned out.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal/ 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. Parking and Side Marker Light Bulbs 6. Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb LS model 1. Undo the cover fasteners by 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its 5. Reset each fastener by pushing on pushing on the center of each socket.
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Turn Signal and Replacing Tail/Stoplight and 3. If the turn signal light bulb is Back-up Light Bulbs Side Marker Light Bulbs burned out, remove it by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise. If the side marker light bulb is burned out, remove it by pulling it straight out of its socket.
Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 4. Try the tail/stoplights and back-up light to verify which bulb needs replacing. Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. Test it to make sure it works. 6.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Rear License Plate 4. Turn on the parking lights and Bulb check that the new bulb is working. 5. Reinstall the license light assem- bly. Install the two screws and tighten them securely. 8.
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Ceiling, Spot and Cargo LS, GS and GS-R models CARGO AREA LIGHT Area Light Bulbs SPOTLIGHTS The ceiling, spot and cargo area lights come apart the same way. They do not use the same type of bulb.
Page 219: Storing Your Car
Main Menu Table of Contents Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an Block the rear wheels. Cover the car with a "breathable" extended period (more than one cover, one made from a porous month), there are several things you If the car is to be stored for a material such as cotton.
Page 220: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care........your Acura helps to keep it "new" Washing........looking. This section gives you hints Power Antenna Cleaning..on how to clean your car and Waxing........preserve its appearance: the paint, Aluminum Wheels.....
Page 221: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Washing Fill a bucket with cool water. Mix As you dry the car, inspect it for in a mild detergent, such as Frequent washing helps preserve chips and scratches that could allow dishwashing liquid or a product your car's beauty.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Waxing Paint Touch-up should use a polish on your Acura if the finish does not have its original Always wash and dry the whole car Your dealer has touch-up paint to before waxing it. You should wax shine after using a wax.
Page 223: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Carpeting Floor Mats If you remove the floor mat, make sure to re-anchor it when you put it Vacuum the carpeting frequently to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make back in your car. the carpet wear out faster.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Fabric Leather Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the On some models material frequently. For general Vacuum dirt and dust from the cleaning, use a solution of mild soap leather frequently. Pay particular and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
Page 225: Air Fresheners
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Windows Air Fresheners Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat 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 226: Corrosion Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Corrosion Protection Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your car: are built into your Acura. You can the underside of your car. This is help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that by performing some simple periodic...
Page 227: Body Repairs
Main Menu Table of Contents Body Repairs When reporting your collision to the Body repairs can affect your car's resistance to corrosion. If your car insurance company, tell them you needs repairs after a collision, pay want Genuine Acura parts used in close attention to the parts used in the repair.
Page 228: 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 to do to correct it.
Page 229: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Do not mount snow chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK that takes up less space. Use this compact spare. spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only.
Page 230: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights JACK stop in a safe place to change it. and turn the ignition switch to Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder LOCK (0).
Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACK JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH 6. Turn the jack's end bracket 7. (Except Type-R) 8. Find the jacking point nearest the counterclockwise to loosen it, then Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2 wheel you are removing.
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 10. Remove the wheel nuts and flat EXTENSION tire. Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up. You could scratch the wheel if you put it face down.
Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire (Except Type-R) (Type-R) 12. Put on the spare tire. Put the 13. Lower the car to the ground and 14. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack.
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start If Your Engine Won't Start 17. Secure the flat tire by screwing WING BOLT the wing bolt back into its hole. Diagnosing why your engine won't SPACER start falls into two areas, depending CONE...
Page 235: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start Nothing Happens or the Starter Check the transmission interlock. Turn the ignition switch to START Motor Operates Very Slowly If you have a manual transmission, (III). If the headlights do not dim, the clutch pedal must be pushed check the condition of the fuses.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting The Starter Operates Normally Jump Starting If your car's battery has run down, In this case, the starter motor's you may be able to start the engine speed sounds normal, or even faster A battery can explode if you do by using a booster battery.
Page 237: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting To jump start your car, follow these directions closely: 1. Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery (see page ). In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting 7. Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your car, then the booster battery. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until all are disconnected.
Page 239: 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 2. If you see steam and/or spray ture gauge should stay in the mid- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a coming from under the hood, turn range under most conditions.
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats 10. Start the engine and set the 6. Look for any obvious coolant leaks, such as a split radiator hose. temperature control lever to Everything is still extremely hot, Removing the radiator cap maximum.
Page 241: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator NOTICE 4. 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 242: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not drive several miles (kilometers) to use other electrically-operated before the battery is too discharged controls such as the power windows.
Page 243: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your You should also have the dealer MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP car, the cause of this indicator inspect your car if this indicator coming on could be a loose or comes on repeatedly, even though it missing fuel fill cap.
Page 244: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator normal. If it does, check the brake Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* fluid level the next time you stop at a gear, and pull to the side of the road service station (see page 186).
Page 245: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof LS, GS and GS-R Models ROUND PLUG SOCKET If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following: 1. Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page 243). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car UNDER-HOOD ABS FUSE BOX have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two or three fuse boxes. INTERIOR The under-hood fuse box is located Cars equipped with ABS have a third in the engine compartment next to fuse box for the ABS.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE FUSE PULLER 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 and 247, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a If the radio fuse is removed, the BLOWN spare fuse that has a lower rating, it audio system will disable itself. The might blow out again. This does not next time you turn on the radio you indicate anything wrong.
Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX : On Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 251: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your car needs to be towed, call a Sling-type Equipment — The tow Automatic Transmission professional towing service or, if you truck uses metal cables with hooks Release the parking brake. belong to one, an organization that on the ends.
Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing NOTICE If you decide to tow your car with all four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly-designed and Trying to lift or tow your car by the attached tow bar. Prepare the car for bumpers will cause serious damage.
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Page 254: Technical Information
Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers....Emissions Controls......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications......... The Clean Air Act...... your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also System........
Page 255: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your car has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car.
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 257: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications 1 : SE, LS, GS, GS-R 2 : Type-R 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ,0.13 Imp gal) page191 2 : SE, LS,GS 3 : GS-R,Type-R...
Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents Specification s page page 1 : Type-R 2 : SE, LS, GS, GS-R : Type-R : Except high-mount brake light installed in rear spoiler 1 : SE 2 : LS, GS, GS-R 3 : Type-R Technical Information...
Page 259 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Treadwear Traction — AA, A, B, C The tires on your car meet all U.S. 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 260 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Temperature — A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that The temperature grades are A (the is properly inflated and not over- highest), B, and C, representing the loaded.
Page 261: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels The following are the U.S. EPA and Some conventional gasolines are 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 re 101ferred to as...
Page 262: Driving In Foreign Countries
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Acura outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 263: Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The Clean Air Act Crankcase Emissions Control The burning of gasoline in your car's System engine produces several byproducts. The United States Clean Air Act* Some of these are carbon monoxide sets standards for automobile Your car has a Positive Crankcase (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and emissions.
Page 264 Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Onboard Refueling Vapor Replacement Parts PGM-FI System Recovery The PGM-FI System uses sequential The emissions control systems are The Onboard Refueling Vapor multiport fuel injection. designed and certified to work to- It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Recovery (ORVR) system captures gether in reducing emissions to Engine Control, and Fuel Control.
Page 265: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Main Menu Table of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter Keep the engine tuned-up. contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical Have your car diagnosed and reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back- gasses without affecting the metals.
Page 266: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator 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 267 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled If the testing facility determines the major highway where you can readiness codes are still not set, see maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph your Acura dealer. (80 to 90 km/h) for at least 20 minutes.
Page 268: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)......Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 269 Service Manager or General Client Services Office Date of purchase Manager can help. Almost all Mileage on your car American Honda Motor Co., Inc. problems are solved in this way. Your name, address, and tele- 1919 Torrance Blvd. phone number...
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Page 271: Warranty Coverages
Canadian Owners Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — covers all genuine Warranty — this warranty gives up Honda replacement parts against Please refer to the 2001 Warranty to 100 percent credit toward a defects in materials and workman- Manual that came with your car.
Page 272 Transportation, Washington, Administration (NHTSA) in addition involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain to notifying Acura Automobile Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura other information about motor Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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Page 274: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should The following publications covering the operation and contact their authorized Acura dealer. servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling the toll-free phone number on the form.
Page 275 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to under- stand.
Page 276 Main Menu Index Automatic Speed Control....Parking.......... Automatic Transmission....System Indicator....54, Accessories and Modifications..Capacity, Fluid......Wear Indicators......Accessories......... Checking Fluid Level....Braking System......Additional Safety Precaution..Shifting........Break-in, New Car......Shift Lever Position Indicator.. Modifications......Brightness Control, Instruments... ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Shift Lever Positions....
Page 277 Main Menu Index Cleaning Corrosion Protection..... Aluminum Wheels..... Crankcase Emissions Control Capacities Chart....254, Antenna........System......... Carbon Monoxide Hazard....Carpeting........Cruise Control Operation....Cargo Area Cover......Customer Relations Office... Exterior........Carrying Cargo......Fabric.......... Interior........Cassette Player Care..........Leather........Operation........Seat Belts........DANGER, Explanation of....
Page 278 Main Menu Index Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Emissions Testing, State....Filters Transmission......Engine Air Cleaner......... Oil..........Drive Belts........Coolant Temperature Gauge..Driver and Passenger Safety.... Drive Belts........5-speed Manual Transmission Driving..........Malfunction Indicator Checking Fluid Level....Lamp......... 55, Shifting the......... Economy........Oil Pressure Indicator..
Page 279 Main Menu Index 5-speed Manual Horn........... Fuel..........Transmission......Fill Door and Cap....... Hydraulic Clutch......Glass Cleaning....... Hydroplaning........Gauge..........Octane Requirement....Glove Box......... Oxygenated........ Reserve Indicator......Tank, Filling the......Identification Number, Vehicle..Fuses, Checking the...... Halogen Headlight Bulbs....Ignition Hatch..........Keys..........Opening the........
Page 280 Main Menu Index Locks Mirrors, Adjusting......Anti-theft Steering Column..Moonroof.......... Fuel Fill Door......Jacking up the Car......Closing Manually....... Glove Box........Operation........Jack, Tire........Jump Starting......... Hatch..........Power Door and Hatch....Low Coolant Level......Lower Gear, Downshifting to a..Neutral Gear Position....Low Fuel Indicator......
Page 281 Main Menu Index Polishing and Waxing....Recommended Shift Speeds..Pre-Drive Safety Checklist..... Reminder Lights......Change, How to......Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts..Replacement Information Change, When to....... Protecting Adults......Air Cleaner Element....Checking Engine....... Coolant........Pressure Indicator....55, 238 Additional Safety Precautions..Advice for Pregnant Women..
Page 282 Main Menu Index Starting the Engine......Head Restraints......The 5-speed Manual In Cold Weather at High Seat Belts........8 Transmission......Altitude........Seats & Seat-Backs...... Side Marker Lights, Bulb Safety Labels, Location of....Replacement in......With a Dead Battery....Safety Messages........ ii Signaling Turns........
Page 283 Main Menu Index Technical Descriptions....Tools, Tire Changing....Emissions Control Systems..Towing Oxygenated Fuels...... A Trailer........Vehicle Capacity Load....Three Way Catalytic Emergency......... Vehicle Dimensions....... Converter........ Transmission Vehicle Identification Number..Temperature Gauge......Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Storage......Automatic....... Tether Anchorage Points....Ventilation.........
Page 284 Main Menu Index Compact Spare......Wrench........Windows Cleaning........Operating the Power....Rear, Defogger......Windshield Cleaning........64 Defroster........Washers........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......Operation........Worn Tires........Wrecker, Emergency Towing..* : U.S. and Canada only...
Page 285: Service Information Summary
Brake Fluid: 5-speed Manual Transmissio n pump octane number of 91 or Fluid: higher. Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or Honda Manual Transmission Fuel Tank Capacity: DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Fluid preferred, or an API service 13.2 US gal (50 ,11.0 Imp gal)

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