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Honda TL 2006 Owner's Manual

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Contents
Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................
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Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Controls...........................................................................................................................57
Features.......................................................................................................119
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
187
Driving..........................................................................................................................................................
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................207
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Unexpected...............................................................................................................243
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Information...............................................................................................................................267
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
......................................................................279
A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
only)...............................................................................................................283
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index .................................................................................................................................................................
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............279 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................283 How to order manuals and other technical literature.

  • Page 2: Owner's Identification Form

    The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Main Menu Introduction As you read this manual, you will Congratulations! Your selection of a 2006 Acura TL was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to read information is intended to help you this manual.

  • Page 4: A Few Words About Safety

    Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important on the vehicle. Safety Labels responsibility.

  • Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance (P.11, 25) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.101) AIRBAGS DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.103) POWER DOOR LOCKS CLOCK (P.92) (P.112) POWER WINDOW CLIMATE CONTROL SWITCHES SYSTEM (P.107) (P.120) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.127) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 190) TRUNK RELEASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION BUTTON (P.
  • Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS FOG LIGHTS (P.83) (P.84, 85) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.86) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.87) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.85) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.153) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.203) HORN SEAT HEATER SWITCHES...
  • Page 7 Main Menu...

  • Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt ...... The Passenger’s Front Airbag information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Can Pose Serious Risks ..yourself and your passengers. It Tensioners ....... If You Must Drive with Several shows you how to use seat belts.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths.

  • Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (10) features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some 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 Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat features unless you remain sitting in belts in all seating positions. Not wearing a seat belt properly a proper position and always wear increases the chance of serious...
  • Page 12 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Airbags against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants. Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy.
  • Page 13 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while Airbags do not replace seat belts.

  • Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors are closed protect the driver, adult passengers and locked.

  • Page 15: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Adjust the Seat-Backs Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious between the center of the steering injury or death if the front wheel and the chest.

  • Page 16: Adjust The Head Restraints

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Head Restraints shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or death in a crash.

  • Page 17: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their belt is securely latched. Also check effectiveness and you can be that the belt is not twisted, because a seriously injured in a crash.
  • Page 18 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the belt again Never place the shoulder portion of a RELEASE to remove any slack, then check that lap/shoulder belt under your arm or BUTTON the belt rests across the center of This could cause behind your back.

  • Page 19: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Maintain a Proper Sitting Advice for Pregnant Women Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the very important that they continue to...

  • Page 20: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away upright and adjust the seat as far If your Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. back as possible while allowing full If they do, they hands or arms are close to an...

  • Page 21: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in...

  • Page 22: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the locking Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to mechanism, unlatch the buckle and activate primarily in frontal collisions, let the seat belt fully retract. To and they should activate in any refasten the seat belt, pull it out only collision severe enough to cause...

  • Page 23: Seat Belt Maintenance

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the it must be replaced by your dealer. A condition of your seat belts regularly. belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level...

  • Page 24: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint (11) system) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page weight on the front passenger’s panel that alerts you to a possible seat. These automatically turn off problem with your airbags, Sensors that can detect a the passenger’s front airbag if...

  • Page 26: How Your Front Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
  • Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- fast that most occupants are not airbags.
  • Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Your front airbags are also advanced airbags. The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag- caused injuries to short drivers and children who ride in front. For both advanced airbags to work DRIVER’S SEAT...

  • Page 29: How Your Side Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work indicator in the center of the back against cargo on the seat or dashboard will come on indicating floor behind it.
  • Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Only one airbag will deploy during a If the Side Airbag Off indicator Side Airbag Cutoff System side impact. If the impact is on the Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff comes on (see page ), have the passenger’s side, the passenger’s...

  • Page 31: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.

  • Page 32: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on or How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off flashes on and off while you drive. Indicator Works Indicator Works U. S. Canada This indicator If you see any of these indications, the airbags and seat belt tensioners...

  • Page 33: Airbag Service

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If no one is riding in the front seat, Airbag Service If your vehicle has a moderate to the airbag will be automatically shut Your airbag systems are virtually Even if your severe impact.

  • Page 34: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags disabilities, first contact Acura Additional Safety Precautions Client Services at 800-382-2238. Do not attempt to deactivate your Together, airbags and airbags. seat belts provide the best Do not cover or replace front seat- protection.

  • Page 35: All Children Must Be Restrained

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.

  • Page 36: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...

  • Page 37: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s Canadian Models front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

  • Page 38: If You Must Drive With Several Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If a child requires physical attention If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close or frequent visual contact, we Children Attention Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.

  • Page 39: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Leaving children without Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. transmitters out of the reach of If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most Even very young...

  • Page 40: Protecting Infants And Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, In this vehicle, a rear-facing child or a convertible seat used in the rear- seat can be placed in any seating facing, reclining mode.

  • Page 41: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat until the child the child seat directly behind the reaches the weight or height limit front passenger’s seat, move the seat for the seat.
  • Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as Placing a forward-facing child possible, and be sure the child seat is seat in the front seat can result firmly secured to the vehicle and the in serious injury or death if the...

  • Page 43: Selecting A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need We also recommend selecting a The child seat should be of the to choose either a conventional child LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, proper type and size to fit the child. seat, or one designed for use with rather than a flexible, anchor (see Rear-facing for infants, forward-...

  • Page 44: Installing A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install there are three main steps in possible.

  • Page 45: With Latch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with MARKS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
  • Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP forward and from side-to-side to HOOK verify that it is secure. Flexible type ANCHOR Other LATCH-compatible seats have Lift the head restraint (see page a flexible-type connector as shown ), then route the tether strap above.

  • Page 47: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.

  • Page 48: With A Tether

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether COVER Push and pull the child seat After confirming that the belt is ANCHORAGE POINT locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to A child seat with a tether can be...

  • Page 49: Using An Outer Anchor

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Lift the anchor cover, then attach Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor the tether strap hook to the COVER TETHER STRAP anchor, making sure the strap is HOOK not twisted. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.

  • Page 50: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...

  • Page 51: Using A Booster Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces between the child’s neck and arm? also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or Is the lap part of the belt as low as weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs).
  • Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And seat until the tops of their ears are Front while age may be one indicator of even with the top of the vehicle’s or The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front,...

  • Page 53: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a ride up front, be sure to: Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt.

  • Page 54: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, airflow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

  • Page 55: Safety Labels

    Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations RADIATOR CAP DASHBOARD shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMB U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
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  • Page 58: Instruments And Controls

    Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Mirrors ........... the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Driving Position Memory contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..System ........your vehicle. All the essential Gauges ..........

  • Page 59: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations CLIMATE CONTROL MIRROR CLOCK DRIVING POSITION (P.112) SYSTEM CONTROLS MEMORY (P.101) (P.120) (P.103) POWER DOOR LOCKS AUDIO SYSTEM (P.92) (P.127) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.107) TRUNK RELEASE MANUAL TRANSMISSION BUTTON (P.190) (P.93) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FUEL FILL DOOR HOOD RELEASE (P.193)

  • Page 60: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON VSA ACTIVATION SEAT BELT REMINDER (P.63) INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.63) (P.62) (P.60) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING CRUISE MAIN PARKING BRAKE AND CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.65) (P.62)

  • Page 61: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure Parking Brake and U.S. Canada indicators to give you important Indicator Brake System information about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damaged Indicator if this indicator flashes or stays on This indicator has two functions: when the engine is running.
  • Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Supplemental Restraint U. S. Canada (ABS) Indicator System Indicator Side Airbag Off This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on when you Indicator a few seconds when you turn the turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  • Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Cruise Main Indicator (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions. This indicator comes on when you a few seconds when you turn the turn on the cruise control system by ignition switch to the ON (II) It comes on as a reminder that you...
  • Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running Lights On Indicator Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator This indicator reminds you that the Indicators Canadian models only The left or right turn signal indicator exterior lights are on. It comes on If this indicator comes on when the blinks when you signal a lane change ignition switch is turned to the ON...
  • Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Low Fuel Indicator Fog Light Indicator Indicator U.S. models only This indicator comes on for a few This indicator comes on when you seconds when you turn the ignition turn on the fog lights. See page switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure If this happens, pull to the side of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator road when it is safe, check which tire System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for has lost the pressure on the multi- a few seconds when you turn the...
  • Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In FUEL GAUGE severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone.

  • Page 68: Multi-Information Display

    Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the Maintenance Messages Auto door lock conditions instrument panel displays various Tire Pressure Auto door unlock conditions information and messages when the Whenever unlocking (driver’s Trip Computer ignition switch is in the ON (II) Keyless Memory Settings door, or all doors) position.
  • Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the basic display changes, as shown in the illustration, each time you press the side of the INFO button. If you press the side of the INFO button, the display returns to the previous message.
  • Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display If you use the remote transmitter to Driver 1 or 2 Detected Fasten Seat Belt unlock the driver’s door, the display shows ‘‘DRIVER DETECTED’’ or ‘‘DRIVER DETECTED’’ depending on which transmitter you use, and the driver’s seat and outside mirrors move to the positions stored in that transmitter (see page...
  • Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display The TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message Release Parking Brake Tighten Fuel Cap should go off after tightening the fuel cap, turning the ignition switch off and on, then driving over 30 mph (48 km/h) for at least 45 seconds. Due to different driving conditions, it may take a few driving trips to make the message go off.
  • Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display Low Windshield Washer Fluid Odometer Trip Meter Level ODOMETER TRIP METER The odometer shows the total This meter show the number of distance your vehicle has been miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) On Canadian models If the fluid level in the windshield driven.
  • Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start Outside Temperature your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed. If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 5°F ( 3°C) warmer or...
  • Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display Have your dealer do the indicated Engine Oil Life Maintenance Messages maintenance as soon as you see this message, and have them reset the display after completing the service. If you do not perform the indicated maintenance or do not reset the display, the message changes to ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’...
  • Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Messages When you press the side of the To see the inflation pressure of all If one or more of your vehicle tires INFO button three times after you four tires, press the SEL/RESET are low on pressure, you will see a turn the ignition switch to the ON...
  • Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip Computer The messages in this display indicate: AVG MPG: Average vehicle speed AVG MPH: Average fuel economy DIST: Distance traveled TIME: Time traveled To reset the values in the trip computer, press the Select/Reset button, and hold it for about 1 second.
  • Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display Select the menu item you want Keyless Memory Settings (‘‘CHG SETTINGS’’, ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ or ‘‘EXIT’’) by moving the pointer ‘‘ ’’ with the INFO button. After selecting a menu item, enter your selection by pressing the Select/Reset button.
  • Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display There are three possible settings: OFF: The auto door lock is deactivated all the time. SHIFT FROM P: The doors will lock whenever you move the shift lever out of P. (Models with automatic transmission.) 10 MPH: The doors will lock when the vehicle speed reaches 10 mph.
  • Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display IGN OFF The driver’s door or all doors unlock when you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Enter your selection by moving the pointer with the side of the INFO button. The next setting menu is Auto Door To designate the door(s) that Unlocking conditions.
  • Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display The next setting menu is ‘‘KEYLESS The next setting menu is The last two setting menus are LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT’’. ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK TIMER’’. ‘‘HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER’’ When you push the LOCK button a If you unlock the doors with the and ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING second time within 5 seconds after...
  • Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display To use the system, your cell phone HandsFreeLink and the HFL system must be linked. Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. Refer to page for instructions on how to link your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls.
  • Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Multi-Information Display Language Selection On Canadian models only Select the desired language, French You can switch the language of the or English, by pressing the side of multi-information display between the INFO button, and enter your French and English.

  • Page 83: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON FOG LIGHTS WIPERS/WASHERS (P.86) (P.84) (P.83) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.87) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.85) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.153) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.203) SEAT HEATER...

  • Page 84: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to The wipers run at low speed. select a position. The wipers run at high speed. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. Windshield Washers Pull the wiper control lever toward you,...

  • Page 85: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Push down on the Turn Signal High Beams To switch from low lever to signal a left turn and up to beams to high beams, push the left signal a right turn. To signal a lane lever forward until you hear a click.
  • Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Fog Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness U.S. models only Turn the fog lights on and off by MAX BUTTON turning the switch next to the headlight switch. You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam.
  • Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Lighting Off, Hazard Warning Button The lights will turn on again when Automatic Lighting Off Feature Hazard Warning Button The automatic lighting off feature you unlock or open the driver’s door. turns off the headlights, all other If you unlock the door, but do not exterior lights, and the instrument open it within 15 seconds, the lights...

  • Page 88: Rear Window Defogger

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

  • Page 89: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Push the lever up to lock the Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. steering wheel in that position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, Adjusting the steering wheel and out.
  • Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys You should have received a key These keys contain electronic MASTER VALET number tag with your key. You will circuits that are activated by the NUMBER need this key number if you ever immobilizer system. They will not (BLACK) (GRAY) have to get a lost key replaced.

  • Page 91: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open...

  • Page 92: Immobilizer System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer.

  • Page 93: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks To lock any door when getting out of Lockout Prevention the vehicle, pull the lock tab and With the driver’s door open and the close the door. key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled.
  • Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk To open the trunk, press the trunk If your vehicle’s battery goes dead or To protect items in the trunk, you release button on the left corner of is disconnected, you can open the can disable the trunk-release button the dashboard.
  • Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk, Childproof Door Locks Emergency Trunk Opener Childproof Door Locks As a safety feature, your vehicle has The childproof door locks are a release lever on the trunk latch so designed to prevent children seated the trunk can be opened from inside.

  • Page 96: Remote Transmitter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once TRUNK Press this button for LOCK to unlock the driver’s door or all the about 1 second to open the trunk. BUTTON You cannot open the trunk with the doors (depending on the keyless memory setting).
  • Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Recalling a Memorized Driving beeps when the movement is Remote Transmitter Care Position completed. Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. The driving position memory Protect the transmitter from With Driver 1 With Driver activated (Driver 1, Driver 2) is extreme temperature.
  • Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
  • Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Front Seat Power Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The controls for the power adjustable front seats are on the outside edge of each seat bottom. You can adjust the seats with the ignition switch in any position.
  • Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Head Restraints Armrest See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. The head restraints help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.
  • Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats, Trunk Pass-through Cover Make sure all items in the trunk and Trunk Pass-through Cover those extending through the pass- KNOB through are secured. For security, this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key.
  • Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. SELECTOR SWITCH Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving. ADJUSTMENT SWITCH The inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare.
  • Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors When you finish, move the Power Mirror Heaters selector switch to the center (off) HEATED MIRROR BUTTON position. This turns off the adjustment switch to keep your settings. Depending on the position of the selector switch, the left or right side mirror will pivot downward slightly when you shift the transmission into...

  • Page 104: Driving Position Memory System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Your vehicle has a memory feature Storing a Driving Position in MEMO BUTTON for the driver’s seat and outside Memory mirror positions. Store a driving position only when the vehicle is parked. Two seat and outside mirror positions can be stored in separate Turn the ignition switch to the ON...
  • Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Doing any of the following after Selecting a Memorized Position The system will move the seat and pressing the MEMO button will outside mirrors to the memorized cancel the storing procedure. positions.
  • Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System To stop the system’s automatic If desired, you can use the adjustment, do any of these actions: adjustment switches to change the positions of the seat or outside Press any button on the control mirrors after they are in their panel: MEMO, 1, or 2.

  • Page 107: Seat Heaters

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters Follow these precautions whenever In HI, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on you use the seat heaters: after the seat temperature drops. Use the HI setting only to heat the In LO, the heater runs continuously.

  • Page 108: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either front Closing a power window on door cancels this function. someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
  • Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows If your vehicle’s battery is AUTO To open/close either front Auto Reverse window, push the window switch If either front window runs into any disconnected or goes dead, or a front obstacle while it is closing window fuse is removed, the AUTO firmly down or pull back on to the second detent, and release it.
  • Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Turn the key clockwise again, and Opening the Windows and UNLOCK BUTTON hold it. All four windows and Moonroof with the Remote moonroof start to open. To stop Transmitter You can open all of the windows and the windows and the moonroof, the moonroof from outside with the release the key.
  • Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To close the moonroof fully, push Auto Reverse the switch firmly forward. The If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing moonroof automatically closes all the way. To stop the moonroof from automatically, it will reverse closing fully, pull back the switch direction, and then stop.
  • Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof The moonroof has a key-off delay. Operating the Moonroof with the You can still open and close the Remote Transmitter or the Key moonroof for up to 10 minutes after You can use the remote transmitter you turn off the ignition switch.
  • Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Clock, Parking Brake Clock Change the hour by pressing and Parking Brake holding the H button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by pressing and holding the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time.

  • Page 114: Interior Lights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Both front and rear ceiling lights Ceiling Light work as individual map lights. To turn a map light on or off, press its lens. You can use the front map lights regardless of the position of the front ceiling light switch.

  • Page 115: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS SEAT-BACK POCKETS GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDERS...
  • Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Accessory Power Sockets Be careful when you are using the The rear beverage holder is in the There are two accessory power beverage holders. A spilled liquid rear seat armrest. Open the sockets.
  • Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items You can put small items in the tray Glove Box Console Compartment Open the glove box by squeezing the located in the console compartment handle. Close it with a firm push. lid. To use the tray, pull up on the Lock or unlock the glove box with left lever and lift up the armrest.
  • Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Front Door Pockets The interior of each front door has an extendable pocket for maps and other small, lightweight items. Each pocket also has a sunglasses holder. You can remove the sunglasses holder to make more room in the pocket.
  • Page 119 Main Menu...

  • Page 120: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Features The climate control systems in your Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... vehicle provide a comfortable driving Airflow Buttons ......environment in all weather Climate Control ......conditions. Playing the AM/FM Radio ..AM/FM Radio Reception .... The standard audio system has Playing the XM Satellite Radio many features.
  • Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Vehicles without Navigation System TEMPERATURE DISPLAY DRIVER’S AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER’S AUTO BUTTON DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE PASSENGER’S SIDE CONTROL BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS DRIVER’S SIDE MODE PASSENGER’S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON CONTROL BUTTON OFF BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON DUAL BUTTON...
  • Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Vehicles with Navigation System DRIVER’S AUTO BUTTON TEMPERATURE DISPLAY PASSENGER’S AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS CONTROL BUTTONS PASSENGER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE MODE MODE CONTROL BUTTON CONTROL BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING OFF BUTTON BUTTON...

  • Page 123: Airflow Buttons

    Main Menu Table of Contents Airflow Buttons Voice Control System Temperature Control Buttons Recirculation Button Only on models equipped with The driver’s side temperature and When the indicator in the button is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is Navigation System passenger’s side temperature can be The climate control system for your set separately.
  • Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Mode Control Button When you select , the system Ventilation Use the mode control button to automatically switches to fresh air The flow-through ventilation system mode and turns on the A/C. draws in outside air, circulates it select the vents the air flows from.
  • Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost Air conditioning places an extra load Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from inside the moisture from the air. When used in windows: on the engine.

  • Page 126: Climate Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Cool or Heat Automatically When the AUTO button on the From the Windows The automatic climate control driver’s side is pressed, the system adjusts the fan speed and temperature control buttons on the passenger’s side are disabled, and Select...
  • Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control When you press a fan control button, Sunlight and Temperature the fan is taken out of AUTO mode Sensors and starts to run at its lowest speed. Press the button to make SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR the fan run faster.

  • Page 128: Playing The Am/Fm Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Canadian Models (without Navigation System) U.S. Models (with Navigation System) AM BUTTON AUTO SELECT AUTO BUTTON BUTTON SELECT BUTTON AM/FM SAT RADIO SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS SEEK SCAN BUTTONS BUTTON VOL/PWR KNOB TUNE/SOUND...
  • Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio The SEEK function Voice Control System The band and frequency that the SEEK Only on models equipped with radio was last tuned to is displayed. searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station Navigation System To change bands, press the AM/FM...
  • Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Preset Each of the six preset AUTO SELECT If you are If you do not like the stations auto buttons or preset icons (on models traveling far from home and can no select has stored, you can store with navigation system) can store longer receive your preset stations,...
  • Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Adjusting the Sound Center/Subwoofer These two ADJUSTMENT LEVEL On models without Navigation System modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center Bass, treble, balance, and fader are each adjustable. In addition, you can speaker and the subwoofer speaker.
  • Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio grid. When you touch an icon, the On models with Navigation System TREBLE FADER ADJUST ICON Bass, treble, left/right balance, and yellow bars on the grid turn orange ADJUST front/rear fader are each adjustable. and move toward the icon, changing ICON In addition, you can adjust the...

  • Page 133: Am/Fm Radio Reception

    Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your vehicle’s radio can receive the How well your vehicle’s radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance cies: from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and...
  • Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as...

  • Page 135: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio (U.s. Models)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) without Navigation System with Navigation System SCAN ICON AUDIO BUTTON MODE ICON SATELLITE DISPLAY/ DISPLAY/ RADIO MODE MODE SATELLITE BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON RADIO SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTON BUTTONS SCAN CATEGORY BUTTON...
  • Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) Your vehicle is capable of receiving MODE To switch between the On models with navigation system, XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the channel mode and the category push the AUDIO button to display United States, except Hawaii and mode, press and hold the DISP/ XM information on the screen.
  • Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) You can store up to 12 Pick the preset button (icon) you SCAN The SCAN function gives Preset you a sampling of all channels while preset channels using the six preset want for that channel.
  • Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ The signal is currently too XM is loading the weak. Move the ‘‘LOADING’’ vehicle to an area audio or program information. away from tall buildings, and ‘‘OFF AIR’’...
  • Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in of the vehicle may cause satellite mountains or large obstacles to these areas.
  • Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly Your I.D. will appear in the display. Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...

  • Page 141: Playing Discs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing Discs U.S. Models (with Navigation System) Canadian Models (without Navigation System) CD/DVD BUTTON BUTTON DISC SLOT AM/FM DISC BUTTON BUTTON SLOT DISC/TAPE LOAD EJECT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON LOAD EJECT BUTTON BUTTON SEEK PWR/VOL BUTTONS KNOB PWR/VOL SEEK...
  • Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing Discs Your vehicle’s audio system has an begin playing the last disc loaded. in-dash disc changer that holds up to six discs. You operate this disc Do not use discs with adhesive labels. If you stop loading discs before all changer with the same controls used six positions are filled, the system The label can curl up and cause the...
  • Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing Discs To Play a Disc To Change Tracks Disc Scan Select the disc changer by pressing Each time you press and release the When you press and hold the SCAN the DISC/TAPE button (U.S. button until you see D-SCAN in the SEEK button, the player skips...
  • Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing Discs Track Repeat Random Play To Stop Playing a Disc When you press the RPT button or When you press the RDM button or To take the system out of disc mode, touch the TRACK RPT icon on the press the AM/FM button (AM or touch the TRACK RDM icon audio display (models with...
  • Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing Discs To remove a different disc from the Removing Discs from the changer, first select it by pressing Changer To remove the disc that is currently the corresponding number on the preset button (touching the playing, press the eject button.

  • Page 146: Protecting Your Discs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R discs, use only When a disc is not being played, high quality discs labeled for audio store it in its case to protect it from use.

  • Page 147: Disc Changer Error Messages

    Main Menu Table of Contents Disc Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Message Cause Solution display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the disc eject button and remove the your vehicle to your dealer.
  • Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape U.S. Models (with Navigation System) Canadian Models (without Navigation System) CD/DVD BUTTON BUTTON TAPE BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON EJECT DISC/TAPE PWR/VOL BUTTON BUTTON KNOB EJECT BUTTON PWR/VOL REPEAT KNOB BUTTON SEEK REPEAT BUTTONS SEEK BUTTON...
  • Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape To Play a Tape with navigation system) will come on Radio (U.S. models) or disc changer The ignition switch must be in the in the display. If the tape was not while a tape is playing, press the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) recorded in Dolby, turn it off by AM/FM button (AM or FM button...
  • Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape Press the SEEK button SKIP Caring for the Player and Tapes Store tapes in their cases to protect to find the beginning of the current The tape player picks up dirt and them from dust and moisture.

  • Page 151: Remote Audio Controls

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top the desired volume is reached, then...

  • Page 152: Radio Theft Protection

    Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is discon- radio off. Push the preset 1, preset 6, disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, the audio and power buttons at the same time, from electrical power for any reason.

  • Page 153: Security System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR your vehicle and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the of headlights, parking lights, side alarm.

  • Page 154: Cruise Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Press and release the DECEL/ Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) SET button on the steering wheel. without keeping your foot on the The CRUISE CONTROL indicator CRUISE BUTTON accelerator pedal.
  • Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with cruise control turned on, Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
  • Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed Pressing the CRUISE button turns When you push the CANCEL button, the system completely off and erases CRUISE BUTTON or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the the previous cruising speed.

  • Page 157: Homelink Universal Transceiver

    Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal the motor to stop and reverse if an Training HomeLink Transceiver built into your vehicle obstacle is detected during closing, If you just Before you begin can be programmed to operate up to increasing the risk of injury.
  • Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the red indicator in HomeLink second. continues to flash slowly (does If the button works, not flash rapidly), your remote programming is complete. transmitter may stop If the button does not work go transmitting after a short time.
  • Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Training With a Rolling Code Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage Press and hold the HomeLink door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ or variable code.
  • Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If a standard transmitter was Erasing Codes As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
  • Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Your vehicle is equipped with the Bluetooth Wireless Technology Phonebook HandsFreeLink (HFL). HFL uses Bluetooth is a registered trademark The HFL can store up to 50 names Bluetooth technology as a wireless of bluetooth SIG, Inc. and phone numbers in its phonebook.
  • Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Here is the function of each HFL HFL Buttons Multi-Information Display button: HFL TALK SIGNAL BATTERY LEVEL BUTTON STLENGTH MODE STATUS HFL Talk: This button is used before you give a command, to answer incoming calls, and to confirm system information.
  • Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink ROAM Status Indicates your Center Console Display Signal Strength Indicates the phone is roaming. network signal strength of the On models without Navigation System current phone call. Five bars Battery Level Status Indicates ROAM STATUS SIGNAL equals full strength.
  • Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To skip a voice prompt, press the How to Use the HFL If the HFL does not recognize a The HFL is operated by the HFL command, its response is, ‘‘Pardon.’’ Talk button while the HFL is Talk and Back buttons on the left speaking.
  • Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. When you finish a command Press and release the Talk button. sequence, the HFL goes back to After the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The HFL response is,‘‘A passcode has its main menu.
  • Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Pairing Your Phone With your phone on and the Press and release the Talk button. ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The Your Bluetooth compatible phone ON (II) position, press and release HFL response is ‘‘Searching for a with HandsFree Profile must be Bluetooth phone.’’...
  • Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the name you After the beep, say the name of After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ The the phone you want to rename.
  • Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To list all paired phones, do this: To find out the status of the phone being To change from the currently linked Press and release the Talk button. used, do this: phone to another paired phone, do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’...
  • Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Making a Call ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is You can make calls using any phone After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ ‘‘Would you like to call Eric?’’ number, or by using a name in the The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’...
  • Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Sending Numbers or Names Press and release the Talk button. Receiving a Call During a Call After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The If you receive a call when you are not The HFL allows you to send on the phone, the HFL interrupts the dial tones will be sent, and the call numbers or names during a call.
  • Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Transferring a Call To mute your voice, do this: To add a name, do this: During a call, you can transfer it Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. from the HFL to your phone, or from After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’...
  • Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The After the beep, say the new After the beep, say the name you HFL response is ‘‘Eric (or account number for Eric.
  • Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ The HFL responds by listing the HFL response is, ‘‘This process HFL response is ‘‘Calling.’’...
  • Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Changing Language If there are paired phones without To change from French to English, do (Canadian Models Only) French name tags, the HFL this: response is ‘‘Pour que le système To change from English to French, do Press and release the Talk button.
  • Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink If there are paired phones without The HFL says, for example, ‘‘What English name tags, the HFL is the English name for response is ‘‘The language has been Téléphone de Paul ?’’ Press and changed.

  • Page 176: Before Driving

    Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........need to know how to properly store Opening and Closing the luggage or packages.
  • Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation In addition, in order to maintain good Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate performance, fuel economy, and reliability and performance by paying emissions control, we strongly on premium unleaded gasoline with a extra attention to how you drive...
  • Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Some gasoline today is blended with Refueling oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to Gasoline is highly flammable operate on oxygenated gasoline and explosive. You can be containing up to 10 percent ethanol burned or seriously injured by volume and up to 15 percent when handling fuel.
  • Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off Opening and Closing the Hood even though the tank is not full, HOOD RELEASE HANDLE there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system.
  • Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK To close the hood, lower it to about a Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and foot (30 cm) above the fender, then engine off before you check the oil.
  • Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra RESERVE TANK messages given by the multi- fuel.

  • Page 182: Accessories And Modifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory: some non-Acura accessories, can Make sure the accessory does not make it unsafe. Before you make any obscure any lights, or interfere Improper accessories or modifications or add any accessories, with proper vehicle operation or modifications can affect your...
  • Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Larger or smaller wheels and tires Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, can interfere with the operation of or replacing components with non- your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and Acura components could seriously other systems.

  • Page 184: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET storage areas: Glove box Front door and seat-back pockets Console compartment Trunk Roof-rack (if installed) In addition, the trunk pass-through allows you to carry longer items. However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability,...
  • Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Steps for determining correct load The resulting figure equals the Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle limit: available amount of cargo and is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kg luggage load capacity.
  • Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on Cargo Nets Compartment a Roof Rack Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the CARGO NET SIDE NET be thrown around and hurt floor of the trunk, placing the someone during a crash.
  • Page 187 Main Menu...

  • Page 188: 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 Manual Transmission ....manual and the automatic Automatic Transmission ....transmission. It also includes Parking ...........

  • Page 189: Preparing To Drive

    Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check and adjustments every day before page the gauges and indicators in the you drive your vehicle. instrument panel, and the Check the adjustment of the messages on the multi-information...

  • Page 190: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine still does not start, press the accelerator pedal all the In cold weather, turn off all way down and hold it there while The immobilizer system protects your electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.

  • Page 191: Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission When slowing down, you can get Note: The engine can be damaged if you inadvertently downshift into the extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear. This extra wrong gear (for example, going from third gear at high rpms to second gear braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from...
  • Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed The manual transmission has an the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine electric lockout so you cannot speed will enter into the tachometer’s smoothly.
  • Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission If you are still unable to shift to reverse, apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. Press the clutch pedal, and shift to reverse.

  • Page 194: Automatic Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.
  • Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission To avoid transmission damage, come battery is disconnected or goes dead, to a complete stop before shifting you cannot shift to reverse. (Refer to To shift from: Do this: into Park. The shift lever must be in P to R Press the brake pedal, then Shift Lock Release...
  • Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Low (L) When you move the shift lever to this position, the transmission shifts to the lowest Up shift gear that can be selected without exceeding the engine redline. At normal speeds, it selects third gear. As the vehicle slows, it selects second gear at about 53 mph (85 km/h), and first gear at about 28...
  • Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission The transmission may automatically Downshifting gives you more power If the vehicle speed slows to below downshift from the higher gear to when climbing, and provides engine the redline of the selected lower gear the lower gear under these braking when going down a steep hill.
  • Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Starting in Second Gear Shift Lock Release To shift from Speed range When you are in Sequential This allows you to move the shift SportShift mode, and the vehicle is lever out of Park if the normal under 63 mph stopped, push forward on the shift method of pushing on the brake...
  • Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Remove the key from the shift lock release slot. Press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer.
  • Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Never park over dry leaves, tall you park your vehicle. Make sure grass, or other flammable the parking brake is set firmly, or materials. The hot three way your vehicle may roll if it is parked catalytic converter could cause on an incline.

  • Page 201: Braking System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Check the brakes after driving Your vehicle is equipped with disc Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic...

  • Page 202: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders helps prevent the brakes from locking up, and helps you retain ABS does not reduce the time or steering control by pumping the distance it takes to stop the brakes rapidly, much faster than a vehicle;...

  • Page 203: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) accelerate from a stop, the vehicle VSA System Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle may pull, and it may take extra effort during cornering if the vehicle turns to return the steering wheel to If this indicator comes on while more or less than desired.
  • Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the indicator does not come on VSA is turned on every time you VSA Off Switch when the ignition switch is turned to start the engine, even if you turned it VSA OFF SWITCH the ON (II) position, there may be a off the last time you drove the...
  • Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) To see the inflation pressures of all Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Each tire has its own pressure pressure monitoring system (TPMS) four tires, press the SEL/RESET sensor. If the air pressure of a tire that turns on every time you start the button.
  • Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Low Tire Pressure Driving on a significantly under- TPMS System Failure Indicator inflated tire causes the tire to When the low tire pressure indicator overheat and can lead to tire failure. is on, one or more of your tire is Under-inflation also reduces fuel significantly under-inflated.
  • Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Towing a Trailer As required by the FCC: Towing a Trailer This device complies with Part 15 of the Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer; Attempting to do so can void FCC rules.

  • Page 208: Maintenance

    Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Engine Compartment Covers ..This section also includes Adding Engine Oil ......

  • Page 209: Maintenance Safety

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Wear eye protection and All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a protective clothing when working not run the engine unless with the battery or compressed air. instructed to do so.

  • Page 210: Maintenance Minder

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder One of the most convenient and important features of the multi- information display on your vehicle is the Maintenance Minder. Based on engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life.
  • Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your dealer will reset the display If maintenance service is done by after completing the required someone other than your dealer, maintenance service. You will see reset the display as follows: ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the display the next time you turn the ignition Turn the ignition switch to the ON switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder If you have the required service Your authorized dealer knows your performed but do not reset the vehicle best and can provide display, or reset the display without competent, efficient service. performing the service, the system However, service at a dealer is not will not show the proper mandatory to keep your warranties...
  • Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Lights Check the operation of Owner’s Maintenance Checks Maintenance, replacement, or You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
  • Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replace Rotate tires Inspect front and rear brakes every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

  • Page 215: Maintenance Record

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
  • Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...

  • Page 217: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) RADIATOR CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR...

  • Page 218: Engine Compartment Covers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Compartment Covers The component parts in the engine compartment are protected by COWL COVERS BATTERY COVER several covers. You may need to remove the covers when you perform some simple maintenance work. Most of the covers can be removed simply by pulling them straight up.

  • Page 219: Adding Engine Oil

    FILL CAP engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda motor oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. make Certification Seal. This seal indicates sure the API certification seal says the oil is energy conserving, and that ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’...
  • Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter DRAIN BOLT WASHER You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter it meets the same requirements according to the maintenance messages shown on the multi- given for a conventional motor oil: it...

  • Page 221: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Install a new oil filter according to Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. OIL FILTER the instructions that come with it. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 Put a new washer on the drain bolt, seconds.

  • Page 222: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not If the reserve tank is completely available, you may use another empty, you should also check the major-brand non-silicate coolant as a coolant level in the radiator.
  • Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers coolant if it is low. On Canadian models: If the fluid level Pour the coolant slowly and is low, a message will be shown on RADIATOR CAP carefully so you do not spill any. the multi-information display.

  • Page 224: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    However, continued UPPER use can affect the shift quality. MARK Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as LOWER MARK soon as it is convenient. To thoroughly flush the transmission, the technician...

  • Page 225: Manual Transmission Fluid

    Let the fluid run out until it CHECK BOLT stops, then reinstall the check bolt and the filler bolt. If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’...

  • Page 226: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. The fluid level should be between Using any non-Honda brake fluid can the MIN and MAX marks on the side The fluid level should be between cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir.

  • Page 227: Power Steering Fluid

    Fluid. You may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. LOWER LEVEL Check the level on the side of the A low power steering fluid level can reservoir when the engine is cold, indicate a leak in the system.
  • Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Front Fog Light or The headlights were properly aimed Daytime Running Light Bulb when your vehicle was new. If you regularly carry heavy items in the Remove the left or right side trunk, readjustment may be required.
  • Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing the Front Turn Signal/ and turn it one-quarter turn clock- Parking Light Bulb wise to lock it in place. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way.
  • Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing the Rear Turn Signal by pushing it in and turning it Bulb (in Fenders) counterclockwise until it unlocks. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket into the headlight assembly.
  • Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the fastener into the hole on Pop up the pin in the center of the side of the trunk lining, and the left or right corner fastener push in the head of the fastener. with a small screwdriver, and Screw the cargo net hook into the remove the fastener.
  • Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts Insert the socket into the light Cleaning the Seat Belts assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. LOOP Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Reinstall the trunk lid lining.
  • Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Floor Mats, Wiper Blades If you remove a floor mat, make sure Floor Mats Wiper Blades to re-anchor it when you put it back Check the condition of the wiper in your vehicle. blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of If you use non-Acura floor mats, cracking in the rubber, areas that are...

  • Page 234: Wiper Blades

    Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE LOCK TAB BLADE REINFORCEMENT Remove the blade from its holder Disconnect the blade assembly Slide the new wiper blade into the from the wiper arm by pushing in by grasping the tabbed end of the holder until the tabs lock.
  • Page 235 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires However, these tires are not suitable To safely operate your vehicle, your Tire Types tires must be the proper type and All Models Except Manual Transmission for driving on snow or ice, so all- season or winter tires must be size, in good condition with adequate Models with Summer Tires...
  • Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The tire pressure monitoring system The compact spare tire pressure is: Recommended Tire Pressures for (TPMS) will warn you when tire Normal Driving 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) pressure is low. See page The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for information on the TPMS.
  • Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires When you return to normal speed If you check air pressure when the Tire Inspection driving, be sure to readjust the tire tires are hot [driven for several miles Every time you check inflation, you pressure for normal driving.
  • Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Maintenance Tire Rotation INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS In addition to proper inflation, Front Front correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving.
  • Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front Installing improper tires on your rating and maximum cold tire...
  • Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires See page for DOT tire quality Snow Tires When installing cables, follow the grading information, and page If you mount snow tires on your manufacturer’s instructions, and vehicle, make sure they are radial mount them as tight as you can. for tire size information.

  • Page 241: Checking The Battery

    Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s solution of baking soda and water.

  • Page 242: Vehicle Storage

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
  • Page 243 Main Menu...

  • Page 244: 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 the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........

  • Page 245: Compact Spare Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare tire. your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use your compact spare soon as you can.

  • Page 246: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
  • Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and the wheel Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn with the wheel nut wrench. the tire you need to change. It is nut wrench as shown to raise the pointed to by an arrow molded into vehicle until the flat tire is off the...
  • Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Remove the wheel nuts, then Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the remove the flat tire. Temporarily wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, place the flat tire on the ground surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross...
  • Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT SPACER CONE BOLT EXTENSION Lower the vehicle to the ground, Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Place the flat tire face down in the and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have spare tire well.
  • Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tools in the tool case. Place the tool case in the center of the flat tire. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

  • Page 251: If The Engine Won't Start

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the...
  • Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the warning indicator may need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.

  • Page 253: Jump Starting

    Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle: procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the precautions. physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
  • Page 254 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start the vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact. Once the vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from the grounding strap on your vehicle, then from the booster battery.

  • Page 255: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you don’t find an obvious leak, Start the engine, and set the check the coolant level in the interior temperature to maximum. radiator reserve tank. Add coolant Removing the radiator cap Add coolant to the radiator up to if the level is below the MIN mark while the engine is hot can...
  • Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system warning indicators.

  • Page 258: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may go off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.

  • Page 259: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator U.S. The brake system indicator However, if the brake pedal does not If the ABS indicator and the VSA normally comes on when feel normal, you should take system indicator come on with the you turn the ignition switch immediate action.
  • Page 260 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE BLOWN Turn the ignition switch to the The vehicle’s fuses are contained in Checking and Replacing Fuses two fuse boxes. The interior fuse If something electrical in your LOCK (0) position. Make sure the box is on the driver’s lower left side.
  • Page 261 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If the replacement fuse of the If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem with your from one of the other circuits.

  • Page 262: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 15 A Right Headlight Low Beam 7.5 A Back Up 15 A 30 A Condenser Fan 20 A Front Fog Light 15 A Daytime Running Light 30 A Radiator Fan Motor 7.5 A MG Clutch Relay...
  • Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A IG1 OPDS 30 A IG1 Wiper 7.5 A TPMS 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat (Recline) 20 A Driver’s Power Seat (Slide) 20 A Seat Heater 20 A Driver’s Power Seat (Recline) 20 A...

  • Page 264: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, Manual Transmission: call a professional towing service or Release the parking brake. organization. Never tow your vehicle Shift the transmission to neutral. Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the behind another vehicle with just a Automatic Transmission: bumpers will cause serious damage.

  • Page 265: Emergency Towing, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin towing.

  • Page 266: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

    Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Screw the towing hook into the hook extension, and tighten it securely by hand. To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle.
  • Page 267 Main Menu...

  • Page 268: 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 vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.

  • Page 269: Identification Numbers

    Table of Contents Main Menu Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
  • Page 270 Table of Contents Main Menu Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER...

  • Page 271: Specifications

    Table of Contents Main Menu Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 186.2 in (4,730 mm) Engine Change Width 72.2 in (1,835 mm) coolant Manual 1.66 US gal (6.3 ) Height 56.7 in (1,441 mm) Automatic 1.69 US gal (6.4 ) Wheelbase 107.9 in (2,740 mm) Total Track Front...
  • Page 272 Table of Contents Main Menu Specifications Lights Engine Headlight 12 V 35 W (HID) Type Water cooled 4-stroke (High beam/Low beam) SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), DRL (Canadian models) 12 V 60 W (HB3) gasoline engine Front/Rear turn signal lights 12 V 21 W Bore x Stroke 3.50 x 3.39 in (89.0 x 86.0 mm)
  • Page 273 Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 274 Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling either separately or in combination, Tire construction code (R Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the can cause heat buildup and possible indicates radial). tire failure.
  • Page 275 Table of Contents Main Menu Tire Labeling, Emissions Controls drawn into the engine and burned. Maximum Tire Pressure The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act Max Press The maximum air sets standards for automobile pressure the tire can hold. Evaporative Emissions Control emissions.

  • Page 276: Emissions Controls

    Table of Contents Main Menu Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls then controls how much fuel to inject Replacement Parts The exhaust emissions controls The emissions control systems are under all operating conditions. include four systems: PGM-FI, designed and certified to work ignition timing control, exhaust gas Ignition Timing Control System together in reducing emissions to...

  • Page 277: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    Table of Contents Main Menu Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains platinum, palladium, and rhodium. These metals serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx.

  • Page 278: State Emissions Testing

    Table of Contents Main Menu 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 279 Table of Contents Main Menu State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.

  • Page 280: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)

    Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....

  • Page 281: Customer Service Information

    A detailed description of the U.S. Owners: Bella International Corp. problem C-1 Bechara St. Segarra Corner American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Puerto Nuevo, PR 00920 Name of the dealer who sold the Acura Client Services vehicle to you Mail Stop 500-2N-7E Tel:(787) 250-4327 1919 Torrance Blvd.

  • Page 282: Warranty Coverages

    Main Menu Table of Contents Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
  • Page 283 However, NHTSA Seventh Street, SW., Washington, to notifying Acura Automobile cannot become involved in individual DC 20590. Division, American Honda Motor Co., problems between you, your dealer, You can also obtain other Inc. or Acura Automobile Division, information about motor vehicle American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

  • Page 284: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian (U.S. only) owners should contact their authorized Acura dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated.
  • Page 285 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.

  • Page 286: Index

    Main Menu Index Automatic Speed Control ..... Wear Indicators ......Automatic Transmission ....Braking System ......Accessories and Modifications . Capacity, Fluid ......Break-in, New Vehicle ....Accessories ........ Checking Fluid Level ....Brightness Control, Instruments . Modifications ......Shifting ........
  • Page 287 Main Menu Index Changing Oil Controls, Instruments and ..... Dipstick How to ........Coolant Automatic Transmission ..When to ........Adding ........Engine Oil ........Changing a Flat Tire ....Checking ........Directional Signals ......Charging System Indicator . 60, Proper Solution ......
  • Page 288 Main Menu Index Checking the Fuses ....Ethanol in Gasoline ...... Four-way Flashers ......Hazard Warning Flashers ..Evaporative Emissions Controls . Front Airbags ......11, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ..Exhaust Fumes ....... Front Seats ........Jump Starting ......
  • Page 289 Main Menu Index Gauges HomeLink Universal Side Airbag Off ......Engine Coolant Temperature . Transceiver ................30, Fuel ..........Hood, Opening the ....... Turn Signal and Hazard Speedometer ....... Warning ........Tachometer ......... VSA Activation ......Gearshift Lever Positions VSA System .........
  • Page 290 Main Menu Index Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ... Trip Computer ......Trip Meter ........Keys ..........Keyless Memory Setting ....Maintenance ........Messages ........Neutral Gear Position ....Minder ........New Vehicle Break-in ....Label, Certification ....... Owner Maintenance Checks . NOTICE, Explanation of ....
  • Page 291 Main Menu Index Onboard Refueling Vapor Installing a Child Seat Using Replacement Information Recovery ........Latch ........Engine Oil and Filter ....Outside Mirrors ......Installing a Child Seat with a Fuses .......... Outside Temperature ..... Lap/Shoulder Belt ....Light Bulbs ........
  • Page 292 Main Menu Index Seat Belts ........10, Sound System ........ Stereo Sound System ....Additional Information ....Spare Tire Storing Your Vehicle ....Cleaning ........Inflating ........Sunglasses Holder ......Lap/Shoulder Belt ...... Specifications ......Supplemental Restraint System ..Maintenance ........
  • Page 293 Main Menu Index Time, Setting the ......Towing Unleaded Gasoline ......Tire Chains ........A Trailer ........Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..Tire, How to Change a Flat ..Emergency Wrecker ....Tire Pressure Monitoring Traction Devices ......System ........
  • Page 294 Main Menu Index Wheels U.S. Adjusting the Steering ....: Canada only Alignment and Balance .... Compact Spare ......Windows Operating the Power ....Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ........Washers ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........

  • Page 295: Service Information Summary

    60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Brake Fluid: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or Transmission Fluid) preferred, or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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