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Page 3 09/07/29 16:41:43 31TK4610_002 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Acura TL was a wise investment. It As you read this manual, you will 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 vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
Page 4 09/07/29 16:41:48 31TK4610_003 Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else of any airbag system component.
Page 5 09/07/29 16:42:01 31TK4610_004 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.
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Page 7 09/07/29 16:42:17 31TK4610_006 Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............(indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) Instruments and Controls ..61 climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items Features ....
Page 8 09/07/29 16:42:43 31TK4610_007 Overview of Contents Contents Features Technical Information A convenient reference to the How to operate the climate control ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. system, the audio system, and other and technical information. convenience features. Your Vehicle at a Glance Warranty and Client Relations A quick reference to the main...
Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance
09/07/29 16:42:50 31TK4610_008 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) HOMELINK BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH GAUGES (P. 75) (P. 385) (P. 202) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG PASSENGER’S FRONT (P. 9, 26) AIRBAG MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 9, 26) (P.
Page 10 09/07/29 16:42:59 31TK4610_009 Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 131) NAVIGATION DISPLAY HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) FOG LIGHTS (P. 133, 137) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 139) PADDLE SHIFTERS CENTER DISPLAY (P. 217, 274) (P. 473) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P.
Page 11: Table Of Contents
09/07/29 16:43:04 31TK4610_010 Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Your Seat Belts ......20 Back Seat ........38 yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components .
Page 12: Important Safety Precautions
09/07/29 16:43:19 31TK4610_011 Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety (see pages to the road, other vehicles and recommendations throughout this pedestrians could lead to a crash. section, and throughout this manual. Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Remember, situations can change The recommendations on this page While airbags can save lives, they quickly, and only you can decide...
Page 13: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
09/07/29 16:43:28 31TK4610_012 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers (10) 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, front and rear crush...
Page 14: Seat Belts
09/07/29 16:43:42 31TK4610_013 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out...
Page 15: Airbags
09/07/29 16:43:51 31TK4610_014 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger,...
Page 16 09/07/29 16:43:59 31TK4610_015 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 17: Protecting Adults And Teens
09/07/29 16:44:11 31TK4610_016 Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors You will also hear a beep when you The following pages provide After everyone has entered the turn the ignition switch to the ON instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors are closed (II) position, and each time you open protect the driver, adult passengers...
Page 18 09/07/29 16:44:20 31TK4610_017 Protecting Adults and Teens If any door or the trunk is not closed tightly, the multi-information display reminds you to close the open door(s) or the trunk before you start driving. When the trunk is not tightly closed, When one or more doors or the the ‘‘TRUNK OPEN’’...
Page 19: Adjust The Front Seats
09/07/29 16:44:30 31TK4610_018 Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the Adjust the Front Seats The National Highway Traffic Safety chance of someone being thrown out Administration and Transport of the vehicle during a crash, and it Canada recommend that drivers helps prevent passengers from allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) accidentally opening a door and...
Page 20: Adjust The Seat-Backs
09/07/29 16:44:39 31TK4610_019 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs Sitting too close to a front Reclining the seat-back too far airbag can result in serious can result in serious injury or injury or death if the front death in a crash. airbags inflate.
Page 21: Adjust The Head Restraints
09/07/29 16:44:48 31TK4610_020 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 Improperly positioning head reduces the protective capability of restraints reduces their the belt.
Page 22: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
09/07/29 16:44:55 31TK4610_021 Protecting Adults and Teens Properly adjusted head restraints Fasten and Position the Seat will help protect occupants from Belts whiplash and other crash injuries. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the See page for how to adjust the belt is securely latched.
Page 23 09/07/29 16:45:05 31TK4610_022 Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the belt again Never place the shoulder portion of a RELEASE BUTTON to remove any slack, then check that lap/shoulder belt under your arm or the belt rests across the center of This could cause behind your back.
Page 24: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
09/07/29 16:45:14 31TK4610_023 Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Maintain a Proper Sitting Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be Position After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash their seats and head restraints, and by striking interior parts of the put on their seat belts, it is very...
Page 25: Additional Safety Precautions
09/07/29 16:45:25 31TK4610_024 Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit operation of the airbags or be Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far propelled inside the vehicle and Two people should never use the back as possible while allowing full If they do, they hurt someone if the airbags inflate.
Page 26: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
09/07/29 16:45:38 31TK4610_025 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belt system If either the driver or a front Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ includes an indicator on the passenger does not fasten their seat shoulder belts in all seating positions.
Page 27: Lap/Shoulder Belt
09/07/29 16:45:51 31TK4610_026 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency beeper sounds when the driver’s seat The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, belt is latched and there is no front your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in...
Page 28: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
09/07/29 16:46:00 31TK4610_027 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the lockable retractor, Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to unlatch the buckle and let the seat activate in any collision severe belt fully retract. To refasten the enough to cause the front airbags to seat belt, pull it out only as far as deploy.
Page 29: Seat Belt Maintenance
09/07/29 16:46:08 31TK4610_028 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance If a seat belt is worn during a crash, For safety, you should check the it must be replaced by 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 30: Additional Information About Your Airbags
09/07/29 16:46:14 31TK4610_029 Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (9) (2) (11) (15) (14) (10) (1) Driver’s Front Airbag (2) Passenger’s Front Airbag (13) (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (14) (7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (10)
Page 31 09/07/29 16:46:26 31TK4610_030 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Automatic front seat belt A driver’s seat position sensor that tensioners (see page monitors the distance of the seat Two SRS (supplemental restraint from the front airbag. If the seat is system) front airbags.
Page 32: How Your Front Airbags Work
09/07/29 16:46:36 31TK4610_031 Additional Information About Your Airbags A sophisticated electronic system An indicator on the instrument How Your Front Airbags Work that continually monitors and panel that alerts you to a possible records information about the problem with your airbags, sensors, the control unit, the sensors, or seat belt tensioners airbag activators, the seat belt...
Page 33 09/07/29 16:46:47 31TK4610_032 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and restrains your lower body and torso, deflation is one-tenth of a second, so and the front airbag helps protect fast that most occupants are not your head and chest.
Page 34 09/07/29 16:46:59 31TK4610_033 Additional Information About Your Airbags Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Advanced Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- Your front airbags are also advanced airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this airbags.
Page 35 09/07/29 16:47:08 31TK4610_034 Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the passenger’s seat can also cause the airbag to be turned off. When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page If the weight sensors detect there is...
Page 36: How Your Side Airbags Work
09/07/29 16:47:17 31TK4610_035 Additional Information About Your Airbags To ensure that the passenger’s Back seat passengers should not How Your Side Airbags Work advanced front airbag system will wedge objects or intentionally work properly, force their feet under the front do not do anything passenger seat.
Page 37 09/07/29 16:47:27 31TK4610_036 Additional Information About Your Airbags Only one airbag will deploy during a If the side airbag off indicator comes Side Airbag Cutoff System side impact. If the impact is on the Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff on (see page ), have the passenger’s side, the passenger’s...
Page 38: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
09/07/29 16:47:37 31TK4610_037 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How Your Side Curtain Airbags How the SRS Indicator side, the passenger’s side curtain Work Works airbag will inflate even if there are no The SRS indicator alerts you to a occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 39: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
09/07/29 16:47:50 31TK4610_038 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any If you see any of these indications, U. S. Canada other time, or does not come on at all, the airbags and seat belt tensioners How the Side you should have the system checked may not work properly when you...
Page 40: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
09/07/29 16:48:00 31TK4610_039 Additional Information About Your Airbags Models equipped with the How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the keyless access system have an Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to engine start/stop button instead come on.
Page 41: Airbag Service
09/07/29 16:48:11 31TK4610_040 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on with no Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a front seat passenger and no objects Your airbag systems are virtually Take your vehicle to an problem.
Page 42: Additional Safety Precautions
09/07/29 16:48:17 31TK4610_041 Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Do not remove or modify a front Do not attempt to deactivate your seat without consulting your Together, airbags and This could make the airbags. dealer. seat belts provide the best driver’s seat position sensor or the protection.
Page 43: Protecting Children General Guidelines
09/07/29 16:48:28 31TK4610_042 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. In fact, traffic seriously injured or killed in a accidents are the number one cause crash.
Page 44: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
09/07/29 16:48:41 31TK4610_043 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 45 09/07/29 16:48:57 31TK4610_044 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISOR children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 46: If You Must Drive With Several Children
09/07/29 16:49:11 31TK4610_045 Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put If you are not wearing a your lap.
Page 47 09/07/29 16:49:20 31TK4610_046 Protecting Children General Guidelines themselves or others. Make sure any unused seat belt On models with keyless access that a child can reach is buckled, system Your vehicle has the engine the lockable retractor is activated, Lock all doors and the trunk when Children start/stop button instead of an and the belt is fully retracted and...
Page 48: Protecting Infants And Small Children
09/07/29 16:49:32 31TK4610_047 Protecting Infants and Small Children Two types of seats may be used: a Protecting Infants Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 49: Protecting Small Children
09/07/29 16:49:42 31TK4610_048 Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children and weight are appropriate for a strongly recommend that you install rear-facing seat. the child seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat Of the different seats available, we as far forward as needed, and leave it recommend those that have a five-...
Page 50 09/07/29 16:49:50 31TK4610_049 Protecting Infants and Small Children Even with advanced front airbags Child Seat Placement We strongly recommend placing a that automatically turn the forward-facing child seat in a back passenger’s front airbag off (see Placing a forward-facing child seat, not the front.
Page 51: Selecting A Child Seat
09/07/29 16:50:00 31TK4610_050 Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not The child seat should fit the to choose either a conventional child equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- vehicle seating position (or seat, or one designed for use with compatible child seat can be installed positions) where it will be used.
Page 52: Installing A Child Seat
09/07/29 16:50:09 31TK4610_051 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 53: With Latch
09/07/29 16:50:22 31TK4610_052 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with COVERS BUTTON 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 STRAPS...
Page 54 09/07/29 16:50:32 31TK4610_053 Installing a Child Seat HEAD RESTRAINT BUTTON Outer seating position Rigid type Flexible type Push the button located next to Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats each rear head restraint to pivot seat, then attach the seat to the have a flexible-type connector as the head restraint down.
Page 55: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
09/07/29 16:50:43 31TK4610_054 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ TETHER STRAP HOOK Shoulder Belt COVER 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 56 09/07/29 16:50:53 31TK4610_055 Installing a Child Seat To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 57: With A Tether
09/07/29 16:51:03 31TK4610_056 Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the lockable retractor Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor and remove a child seat, unlatch the Tether TETHER STRAP HOOK buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let COVER TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS the belt fully retract.
Page 58 09/07/29 16:51:12 31TK4610_057 Installing a Child Seat Lift the anchor cover, then attach Using the Center Anchor the tether strap hook to the COVER anchor, making sure the strap is TETHER STRAP HOOK not twisted. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.
Page 59: Protecting Larger Children
09/07/29 16:51:22 31TK4610_058 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 the lap/ or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 60: Using A Booster Seat
09/07/29 16:51:33 31TK4610_059 Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Some states, Canadian provinces and Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? territories also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a Is the lap part of the belt as low as given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or possible, touching the child’s 60 lbs).
Page 61: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
09/07/29 16:51:44 31TK4610_060 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 62: Additional Safety Precautions
09/07/29 16:51:55 31TK4610_061 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 63: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
09/07/29 16:52:05 31TK4610_062 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, airflow can carbon monoxide gas. Carbon pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s monoxide should not enter the interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. vehicle in normal driving if you condition.
Page 64: Safety Labels
09/07/29 16:52:15 31TK4610_063 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 or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 65 09/07/29 16:52:35 31TK4610_064 Safety Labels SUN VISOR U.S. models DOORJAMB U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
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Page 67 09/07/29 16:52:42 31TK4610_066 Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......62 Trunk ..........148 the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......63 Emergency Trunk Opener ..150 contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..
Page 68: Control Locations
09/07/29 16:52:52 31TK4610_067 Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) HOMELINK BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH GAUGES (P. 75) (P. 385) (P. 202) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 162) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 139) BUTTONS (P. 164) AUDIO (P.
Page 69: Instrument Panel
09/07/29 16:53:02 31TK4610_068 Instrument Panel SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 559) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 72) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.
Page 70: Instrument Panel Indicators
09/07/29 16:53:16 31TK4610_069 Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If your front passenger does not Malfunction Indicator indicators to give you important fasten their seat belt, the indicator Lamp information about your vehicle. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK comes on about 6 seconds after the EMISSION SYSTEM’’...
Page 71 09/07/29 16:53:28 31TK4610_070 Instrument Panel Indicators Charging System Models equipped with the U.S. Canada Indicator keyless access system have an Parking Brake and If this indicator comes on when the engine start/stop button instead Brake System engine is running, the battery is not of an ignition switch.
Page 72 09/07/29 16:53:35 31TK4610_071 Instrument Panel Indicators If it stays on after you have fully Anti-lock Brake System Models equipped with the released the parking brake while (ABS) Indicator keyless access system have an the engine is running, or if it This indicator normally comes on for engine start/stop button instead comes on while driving, it can...
Page 73 09/07/29 16:53:44 31TK4610_072 Instrument Panel Indicators Models equipped with the Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada keyless access system have an System Indicator Side Airbag Off This indicator comes on briefly when engine start/stop button instead Indicator you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on briefly when of an ignition switch.
Page 74 09/07/29 16:53:57 31TK4610_073 Instrument Panel Indicators checked. Without VSA, your Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Off Indicator vehicle still has normal driving (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for ability, but will not have VSA This indicator comes on as a a few seconds when you turn the traction and stability enhancement.
Page 75 09/07/29 16:54:08 31TK4610_074 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure/ You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE If this indicator begins to flash, TPMS Indicator PRESSURE’’ message on the multi- there is a problem with the tire This indicator normally comes on for information display (see page pressure monitoring system a few seconds when you turn the...
Page 76 09/07/29 16:54:18 31TK4610_075 Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Electric Power Steering If this happens, stop the vehicle in a Hazard Warning (EPS) Indicator safe place and turn off the engine. Indicators This indicator normally comes on Reset the system by restarting the The left or right turn signal indicator when you turn the ignition switch to engine.
Page 77 09/07/29 16:54:32 31TK4610_076 Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Door/Trunk Open Indicator This indicator reminds you that the This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on red if any exterior lights are on. It comes on high beam headlights.
Page 78 09/07/29 16:54:43 31TK4610_077 Instrument Panel Indicators Cruise Main Indicator System Message Security System Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on when there turn on the cruise control system by is a system message on the multi- pressing the CRUISE button on the information display.
Page 79 09/07/29 16:54:53 31TK4610_078 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator When the indicator comes on, there Super Handling-All are about 2.5 U.S. gal (9.6 ) on Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) SH-AWD models, and 2.8 U.S. gal Indicator (10.5 ) on 2WD models of fuel On SH-AWD models remaining in the tank.
Page 80 09/07/29 16:55:03 31TK4610_079 Instrument Panel Indicators If the indicator blinks while driving, Keyless Access System If this indicator comes on along the differential temperature is too Indicator with a ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS high. STARTING SYSTEM’’ message On models with keyless access system You will also see an ‘‘SH-AWD DIFF This indicator normally comes on for on the multi-information display,...
Page 81: Gauges
09/07/29 16:55:11 31TK4610_080 Gauges Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY bottom after you turn off the ignition/power mode. TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE...
Page 82: Temperature Gauge
09/07/29 16:55:17 31TK4610_081 Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper zone.
Page 83: Multi-Information Display
09/07/29 16:55:27 31TK4610_082 Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the You can select the displayed you use, and the driver’s seat and the instrument panel displays various language and also customize some outside mirrors move to the position information and messages when the vehicle control settings to your liking stored in that remote transmitter/ ignition switch is in the ON (II)
Page 84 09/07/29 16:55:36 31TK4610_083 Multi-Information Display On models with keyless access system SEL/RESET BUTTON These messages go off after several seconds. Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages INFO BUTTONS ( / ) A/T model is shown.
Page 85 09/07/29 16:55:46 31TK4610_084 Multi-Information Display Models equipped with the In the multi-information display, the In the normal display mode, the keyless access system have an system message is also displayed upper segment displays trip engine start/stop button instead (see page ) and you can computer information, such as fuel of an ignition switch.
Page 86 09/07/29 16:55:54 31TK4610_085 Multi-Information Display Odometer (See page 81.) Outside Temperature (See page 84.) Trip Meter (See page 81.) Engine Oil Life (See page 84.) Trip Computer (See page 82.) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 85.) Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 85.) Keyless Memory Settings (See page 92.) : Press the INFO button ( / ).
Page 87 09/07/29 16:56:06 31TK4610_086 Multi-Information Display Odometer Trip Meter When you reset Trip A, average fuel economy A, average vehicle speed A, and elapsed time A are reset at the U.S. Canada U.S. Canada same time. When you reset Trip B, average fuel economy B, average vehicle speed B, and elapsed time B are reset.
Page 88 09/07/29 16:56:17 31TK4610_087 Multi-Information Display Trip Computer Go to SH-AWD monitor (if equipped) or tire Along with the trip meter, the trip pressure monitor. See page 80 for how to computer calculates these values: switch the main menu display. Average Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed Elapsed Time Instant Fuel Economy...
Page 89 09/07/29 16:56:29 31TK4610_088 Multi-Information Display AVG. FUEL A/B ELAPSED TIME A/B INST. MPG (U.S. models)/INST. L/ This shows your vehicle’s average This shows the time passed traveled 100 km (Canadian models) fuel economy in mpg (U.S. models) since you last reset it. When you turn This shows your instant fuel or liter/100 km (Canadian models) the ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 90 09/07/29 16:56:39 31TK4610_089 Multi-Information Display Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is in the Engine Oil Life front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S. CANADA reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic.
Page 91 09/07/29 16:56:49 31TK4610_090 Multi-Information Display Tire Pressure Monitor SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor U.S. Canada SH-AWD models only You can see the pressure of each tire U.S. model is shown. in this monitor. If one or more tires are low, inflate them to the correct This monitor shows how much pressure.
Page 92 09/07/29 16:56:57 31TK4610_091 Multi-Information Display HandsFreeLink To use the system, your cell phone Bluetooth 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 HFL and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website.
Page 93 09/07/29 16:57:08 31TK4610_092 Multi-Information Display System Messages The system message(s) triggers the To switch the message(s) before 5 appropriate indicator(s) on the seconds have elapsed, press the instrument panel, including the INFO ( / ) button on the steering SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR system message indicator, to come wheel.
Page 94 09/07/29 16:57:25 31TK4610_093 Multi-Information Display U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. U.S. See page See page See page Canada Canada See page SH-AWD model only...
Page 95 09/07/29 16:57:43 31TK4610_094 Multi-Information Display U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page SH-AWD model only On models without See page See page keyless access system See page 462 SH-AWD model only On models with See page See page keyless access system...
Page 96 09/07/29 16:57:59 31TK4610_095 Multi-Information Display On models with keyless access system See page See page See page See page See page See page Canadian models only A/T model only See page See page See page A/T model only On models without See page keyless access system See page...
Page 97 09/07/29 16:58:05 31TK4610_096 Multi-Information Display See page See page See page...
Page 98 09/07/29 16:58:14 31TK4610_097 Multi-Information Display Models equipped with the If you try to enter the customizing Keyless Memory Settings You can customize some vehicle keyless access system have an mode while the vehicle is moving, control settings. To change the engine start/stop button instead you will see a ‘‘MUST STOP AND settings, the ignition switch must be...
Page 99 09/07/29 16:58:21 31TK4610_098 Multi-Information Display On models without keyless access DRIVER’S ID system If you use the key to unlock the driver’s door, the system cannot recognize either ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2.’’ Press the SEL/RESET button. U.S. model is shown. If you want to change any vehicle Refer to the table on the following control settings, select Keyless...
Page 100 09/07/29 16:58:28 31TK4610_099 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page METER SETUP LANGUAGE SELECTION Changes the language used in the display. ENGLISH (P.99) FRENCH SPANISH ADJUST OUTSIDE Changes the outside temperature reading above or 5°F 0°F 5°F TEMP.
Page 101 09/07/29 16:58:37 31TK4610_100 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page KEYLESS ACCESS DOOR UNLOCK MODE Changes which doors unlock when you use the DRIVER DOOR SETUP remote or grab the driver’s door handle. ALL DOORS (P.111) KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT Causes some exterior lights to blink when you FLASH unlock/lock the doors by grabbing or touching the...
Page 102 09/07/29 16:58:44 31TK4610_101 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page DOOR/WINDOW AUTO DOOR LOCK Changes when the doors automatically lock. SHIFT FROM P (A/T only) SETUP WITH VEHICLE SPEED (P.121) AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes when the doors automatically unlock. SHIFT TO P/DRIVER DOOR (A/T only) SHIFT TO P/ALL DOORS...
Page 103 09/07/29 16:58:57 31TK4610_102 Multi-Information Display Customize Settings Each time you press the INFO ( / You can customize some of the ) button, the screen changes as vehicle control settings to your shown on the next page. Press the preference. Here are the settings INFO ( / ) button until you see you can customize: the setup you want to customize,...
Page 104 09/07/30 16:55:11 31TK4610_103 Multi-Information Display : Press the INFO button ( / ). : Press the SEL/RESET button. : On models with keyless access system only DEFAULT ALL See page 129. METER SETUP POSITION KEYLESS LIGHTING DOOR/WINDOW See page 99. SETUP ACCESS SETUP SETUP...
Page 105 09/07/29 16:59:17 31TK4610_104 Multi-Information Display Meter Setup Here are the five or six custom settings for the meter setup: See page 100. LANGUAGE SELECTION ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY See page 101. TRIP COMPUTER TRIP A INFO RESET ADJUST ALARM VOLUME See page 102.
Page 106 09/07/29 16:59:26 31TK4610_105 Multi-Information Display While ‘‘METER SETUP’’ is shown, Language Selection press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. Each time you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button...
Page 107 09/07/29 16:59:39 31TK4610_106 Multi-Information Display Adjust Outside Temp. Display U.S. models Canadian models When your selection is successfully If you sometimes find that the The displayed number is the current completed, the display changes as temperature reading is a few adjustment above or below the shown above, and then goes back to degrees above or below the actual...
Page 108 09/07/29 16:59:51 31TK4610_107 Multi-Information Display WITH REFUEL The Trip A Trip Computer Trip A Info Reset You can select the reset timing of information is reset every time you the Trip A information: Trip A, refuel your vehicle. Average Fuel Economy A, Average U.S.
Page 109 09/07/29 17:00:00 31TK4610_108 Multi-Information Display If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ message appears, go back to ‘‘TRIP COMPUTER TRIP A INFO RESET’’ and repeat the procedure again. Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen.
Page 110 09/07/29 17:00:10 31TK4610_109 Multi-Information Display Adjust Alarm Volume Select the warning alarm volume Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully from three levels. the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to You can choose this item to Select the desired level by pressing the customize item screen.
Page 111 09/07/29 17:00:20 31TK4610_110 Multi-Information Display Auto Interior Illumination While the headlight switch is turned on, the interior lights gradually dim, as the outside light level gets low. You can customize at which outside light level the lights start to dim. There are MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW and MIN levels and OFF for the auto interior illumination settings.
Page 112 09/07/29 17:00:27 31TK4610_111 Multi-Information Display Keyless Start Guidance Screens On models with keyless access system When this item is set to ON, you will see some guidance messages on the multi-information display. You can change this setting between on and off.
Page 113 09/07/29 17:00:34 31TK4610_112 Multi-Information Display If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ message appears, go back to ‘‘KEYLESS START GUIDANCE SCREENS’’ and repeat the procedure again. Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select ON or OFF by pressing the the customize item screen.
Page 114 09/07/29 17:00:42 31TK4610_113 Multi-Information Display Position Setup You can customize the MEMORY POSITION LINK setting in position setup. While ‘‘POSITION SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to See page 109. enter the customize mode. Each time you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration.
Page 115 09/07/29 17:00:53 31TK4610_114 Multi-Information Display Memory Position Link When Memory Position Link is set to ON, the driver’s seat and the outside mirrors move to the positions stored in memory. To cause the memory to activate, open the driver’s door with the remote transmitter.
Page 116 09/07/29 17:00:58 31TK4610_115 Multi-Information Display If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ message appears, go back to ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ and repeat the procedure again. When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.
Page 117 09/07/29 17:01:09 31TK4610_116 Multi-Information Display Keyless Access Setup On models with keyless access system There are three custom settings for the keyless access setup: See page 112. DOOR UNLOCK MODE KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP See page 113. While ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP’’...
Page 118 09/07/29 17:01:18 31TK4610_117 Multi-Information Display Door Unlock Mode To select whether the driver’s door Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully or all doors unlock when you open the selections. completed, the display changes as the driver’s door with the remote or shown above, and then goes back to by grabbing the door handle (while Select DRIVER DOOR or ALL...
Page 119 09/07/29 17:01:28 31TK4610_118 Multi-Information Display Keyless Access Light Flash When KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH is set to ON, some exterior lights blink twice when you unlock the doors by grabbing the driver’s door handle while carrying the remote. The same exterior lights blink once when you lock the doors by pushing the door lock button while carrying the remote.
Page 120 09/07/29 17:01:36 31TK4610_119 Multi-Information Display Keyless Access Beep When KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP is set to ON, the beeper sounds twice when you unlock the doors by grabbing the drivers door handle while carrying the remote. When you lock the doors by pushing the door lock button while carrying the remote, the beeper sounds once.
Page 121 09/07/29 17:01:44 31TK4610_120 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select ON or OFF by pressing the the customize item screen. INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 122 09/07/29 17:01:53 31TK4610_121 Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup Here are the three custom settings for the lighting setup: See page 117. INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY While ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ is See page 118. shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.
Page 123 09/07/29 17:02:03 31TK4610_122 Multi-Information Display Interior Light Dimming Time The interior lights fade out when you Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully close all doors. To change how long the selections. completed, the display changes as the lights stay on before they fade shown above, and then goes back to out, follow these instructions:...
Page 124 09/07/29 17:02:11 31TK4610_123 Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from the ignition switch and close the driver’s door. On models with keyless access system, the lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver’s door and take the...
Page 125 09/07/29 17:02:23 31TK4610_124 Multi-Information Display Auto Light Sensitivity The headlights automatically come The headlights come on when it is on when the headlight switch is in dark. the AUTO position and the ambient light reaches a changeable level. You can select the auto light sensitivity from the following five levels: The headlights come on when it is bright.
Page 126 09/07/29 17:02:30 31TK4610_125 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting (MAX, the customize item screen. HIGH, MID, LOW or MIN) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 127 09/07/29 17:02:41 31TK4610_126 Multi-Information Display Door/Window Setup Here are the five custom settings for the door setup: See page 122. AUTO DOOR LOCK AUTO DOOR UNLOCK KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK See page 123. MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER See page 125.
Page 128 09/07/29 17:02:51 31TK4610_127 Multi-Information Display Auto Door Lock There are three settings you can choose from: SHIFT FROM P The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of Park. (Automatic transmission model only) WITH VEHICLE SPEED The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (about A/T model is shown.
Page 129 09/07/29 17:03:03 31TK4610_128 Multi-Information Display ALL DOORS WITH IGN OFF Auto Door Unlock There are five possible settings for the doors unlock when you turn the automatic transmission models and ignition switch to the LOCK (0) three possible settings for manual position.
Page 130 09/07/29 17:03:10 31TK4610_129 Multi-Information Display A/T model is shown. You can choose this item to Press the SEL/RESET button to see If you choose ‘‘IGN OFF,’’ you will customize from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW the selections. see the above display. SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.
Page 131 09/07/29 17:03:21 31TK4610_130 Multi-Information Display Key and Remote Unlock Mode When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as You can select whether the driver’s Press the SEL/RESET button to shown above, and then goes back to door or all the doors unlock the first enter the selecting mode.
Page 132 09/07/29 17:03:31 31TK4610_131 Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment When you push the LOCK button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, some exterior lights flash, and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the trunk are locked and the security system has set (see page...
Page 133 09/07/29 17:03:42 31TK4610_132 Multi-Information Display Security Relock Timer If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock, and the security system sets. You can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds.
Page 134 09/07/29 17:03:50 31TK4610_133 Multi-Information Display You can choose this item to Press the SEL/RESET button to When your selection is successfully customize from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW enter the selecting mode. completed, the display changes as SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO ( / shown above, and then goes back to ) button repeatedly.
Page 135 09/07/29 17:04:00 31TK4610_134 Multi-Information Display DEFAULT ALL If you want to set the default settings, To set the default settings, press the When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will press the INFO ( / ) button to INFO ( / ) button to select SET see the above display for several select DEFAULT ALL, then press then press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 136: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
09/07/29 17:04:09 31TK4610_135 Controls Near the Steering Wheel REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 473) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 131) (P. 370) ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON (P. 178) NAVIGATION DISPLAY HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS PASSENGER AIR BAG (P. 133, 137) OFF INDICATOR (P.
Page 137: Windshield Wipers And Washers
09/07/29 17:04:21 31TK4610_136 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. MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. Pull the Windshield Washer wiper control lever toward you,...
Page 138 09/07/29 17:04:29 31TK4610_137 Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers The headlight washers use the same Canadian SH-AWD models only When you activate the windshield fluid reservoir as the windshield Canadian SH-AWD models only washer with the headlights turned washers. HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH on, the headlight washer will be activated under certain conditions.
Page 139: Turn Signals And Headlights
09/07/29 17:04:40 31TK4610_138 Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the This indicator stays on if you leave left lever to signal a left turn and up the light switch on and turn the to signal a right turn. To signal a lane ignition switch to the ACCESSORY change, push lightly on the lever and (I) or LOCK (0) position.
Page 140 09/07/29 17:04:50 31TK4610_139 Headlights High Beams Push the left lever On models without keyless access On all models forward until you hear a click. The Even with the automatic lighting system blue high beam indicator will come The lights will remain on when you feature turned on, we recommend on (see page ).
Page 141: Automatic Lighting Off Feature
09/07/29 17:05:01 31TK4610_140 Headlights Automatic Lighting Off Feature If you remove the key (or the vehicle The automatic lighting off feature is in VEHICLE OFF mode on models turns off the headlights, all other with keyless access system), and the exterior lights, and the instrument driver’s door is opened and closed, panel lights within 15 seconds after...
Page 142: Daytime Running Lights
09/07/29 17:05:11 31TK4610_141 Headlights The lights will turn on again when Daytime Running Lights you unlock or open the driver’s door. With the headlight switch off or in If you unlock the door, but do not position, the high beam headlights and the high beam open it within 15 seconds, the lights indicator come on with reduced...
Page 143: Fog Lights
09/07/29 17:05:22 31TK4610_142 Fog Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages FOG LIGHT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS Turn the fog lights on and off by...
Page 144 09/07/29 17:05:28 31TK4610_143 Instrument Panel Brightness To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to . To cancel the glare reduction function, set the brightness to the highest level, then press the button.
Page 145: Hazard Warning Button
09/07/29 17:05:39 31TK4610_144 Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger models with keyless access system. Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle. HAZARD WARNING BUTTON Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.
Page 146: Steering Wheel Adjustments
09/07/29 17:05:46 31TK4610_145 Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel Push the lever up to lock the adjustments 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 147: Keys And Locks
09/07/29 17:05:57 31TK4610_146 Keys and Locks You should have received a key These keys contain electronic On models without keyless access number tag with your key. You will circuits that are activated by the system need this key number if you ever immobilizer system.
Page 148 09/07/29 17:06:05 31TK4610_147 Keys and Locks Always make sure the key is fully Retractable Master Key On models with keyless access system extended when you insert it to the ignition switch. If the key is not fully RELEASE BUTTON extended, the immobilizer system Push may not operate properly and prevent the engine from starting.
Page 149: Immobilizer System
09/07/29 17:06:15 31TK4610_148 Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System You should have received a key Immobilizer System On models with keyless access number tag with your keys. You will The immobilizer system protects system, set the power mode to need this key number if you ever your vehicle from theft.
Page 150 09/07/29 17:06:23 31TK4610_149 Immobilizer System If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: recognize the coding of your key or This device complies with Part 15 of the keyless access remote, contact your FCC rules. Operation is subject to the dealer.
Page 151: Ignition Switch
09/07/29 17:06:34 31TK4610_150 Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if On models without keyless access anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition system 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 152: Door Locks
09/07/29 17:06:45 31TK4610_151 Door Locks disabled. For more information, see All doors can be locked from the MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH page outside by using the key in the Lock driver’s door. To unlock only the Pushing the rear of either master driver’s door, insert the key, turn it door lock switch will unlock all doors.
Page 153: Childproof Door Locks
09/07/29 17:06:58 31TK4610_152 Door Locks To lock any passenger’s door when Lockout Prevention Childproof Door Locks getting out of the vehicle, pull the On models without keyless access lock tab rearward and close the door. system If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, lockout prevention On models without keyless access LEVER...
Page 154: Trunk
09/07/29 17:07:08 31TK4610_153 Trunk On models with keyless access system TRUNK RELEASE SWITCH If the doors are unlocked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk lid. If the doors are locked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk lid with the remote in keyless access operating range.
Page 155 09/07/29 17:07:17 31TK4610_154 Trunk BUTTON RUBBER TAB INNER HANDLE INNER PARTITION COVER On all models If your vehicle’s battery goes dead or Pull down the rear seat armrest. Pull To close the trunk, use the inner is disconnected, you can open the on the tab at the top of the inner handle to lower the lid, then press trunk from the rear seat by pulling...
Page 156: Emergency Trunk Opener
09/07/29 17:07:27 31TK4610_155 Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener On models without keyless access TRUNK MAIN SWITCH system If you need to give the key to TRUNK RELEASE LEVER someone else, give them the valet key. On models with keyless access system To use the valet function, remove the built-in key from the remote by pressing the button, then give that...
Page 157: Remote Transmitter
09/07/29 17:07:37 31TK4610_156 Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once The keyless lock acknowledgment LOCK to unlock the driver’s door or all the beep and flashing of the lights can BUTTON doors (depending on the keyless be deactivated (see page memory setting).
Page 158 09/07/29 17:07:51 31TK4610_157 Remote Transmitter TRUNK Press and hold this Replacing the Transmitter button for about 1 second to open Battery the trunk. You cannot open the trunk If it takes several pushes on the if the key is in the ignition switch. button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as Press this button for...
Page 159 09/07/29 17:08:01 31TK4610_158 Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery and note As required by the FCC: the polarity. Make sure the This device complies with Part 15 of the polarity of the new battery is the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the same ( side facing up), then following two conditions: (1) This device...
Page 160 09/07/29 17:08:13 31TK4610_159 Remote Transmitter Recalling a Memorized Driving The driving position memory When you unlock and open the Position activated (Driver 1, Driver 2) is driver’s door with the remote, the shown on the back of each driver’s seat (except power lumbar) Driver 1 Driver 2 transmitter.
Page 161: Seats
09/07/29 17:08:30 31TK4610_160 Seats Front Seat Power Adjustments Raises or lowers the seat. See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- Moves the whole seat up backs. and forward, or down The controls for the power and backward.
Page 162 09/07/29 17:08:38 31TK4610_161 Seats Head Restraints See page for important safety information and a warning about improperly positioning head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries.
Page 163 09/07/29 17:08:48 31TK4610_162 Seats CUSHION Front Rear Center Rear Outer CUSHION RELEASE BUTTON SEAT- BACK TILT BUTTON LEGS RELEASE BUTTON LEGS SEAT-BACK Adjusting the Head Restraint To lower either rear outer head The head restraints adjust for height. restraint for better visibility, press You need both hands to adjust the the tilt button on the side of the head restraint.
Page 164 09/07/29 17:08:56 31TK4610_163 Seats Removing the Head Restraint Rear Outer TILT BUTTON To remove a front or rear center head restraint for cleaning or repair, Failure to reinstall the head pull it up as far as it will go. Push the restraints can result in severe release button, then pull the restraint injury during a crash.
Page 165 09/07/29 17:09:06 31TK4610_164 Seats against the likelihood of whiplash For a head restraint system to work Active Head Restraints and injuries to the neck and upper properly: spine. Do not hang any items on the head After a collision, the activated restraints, or from the restraint restraint should return to its normal legs.
Page 166: Trunk Pass-Through Cover
09/07/29 17:09:17 31TK4610_165 Seats Armrest Trunk Pass-through Cover BUTTON Front Rear To lock INNER PARTITION COVER The lid of the console compartment The rear seat armrest is in the To open the cover, pull down the can be used as an armrest. center of the rear seat.
Page 167: Mirrors
09/07/29 17:09:27 31TK4610_166 Seats, Mirrors Make sure all items in the trunk and Mirrors The inside mirror can automatically those extending through the pass- darken to reduce glare. To turn on through are secured. this feature, press the button on the bottom of the mirror.
Page 168 09/07/29 17:09:38 31TK4610_167 Mirrors When you finish, move the Adjusting the Power Mirrors Reverse Tilt Door Mirror selector switch to the center (off) Both outside door mirrors have a SELECTOR SWITCH position. This turns the reverse tilt feature. When in adjustment switch off to keep your reverse, the selected mirror will settings.
Page 169 09/07/29 17:09:46 31TK4610_168 Mirrors This heated mirror function has a Power Mirror Heaters timer (see page Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages HEATED MIRROR BUTTON The outside mirrors are heated to...
Page 170: Driving Position Memory System
09/07/29 17:09:58 31TK4610_169 Driving Position Memory System Your vehicle has a memory feature Storing a Driving Position in MEMORY BUTTONS for the driver’s seat and outside Memory mirror positions. Store a driving position only when the vehicle is parked. Seat, except for power lumbar, and outside mirror positions can be Turn the ignition switch to the stored in separate memories.
Page 171 09/07/29 17:10:11 31TK4610_170 Driving Position Memory System To cancel the storing procedure Each memory button stores only one Selecting a Memorized Position after pressing the SET button, do driving position. Storing a new MEMORY BUTTONS any of the following: position erases the previous setting stored in that button’s memory.
Page 172 09/07/29 17:10:22 31TK4610_171 Driving Position Memory System The system will move the seat and To stop the system’s automatic If desired, you can use the outside mirrors to the memorized adjustment, do any of these actions: adjustment switches to change the positions.
Page 173: Keyless Access System
09/07/29 17:10:39 31TK4610_172 Keyless Access System Each keyless access remote has a Always keep the remote and the On models with navigation system Your vehicle has a keyless access built-in key. This key is used to lock/ built-in key away from any magnetic system.
Page 174 09/07/29 17:10:51 31TK4610_173 Keyless Access System Keys BUILT-IN KEYS KEYLESS ACCESS REMOTES OPERATING RANGE KEY NUMBER TAG The following keys come with your Keyless Access Remote You can lock/unlock the doors vehicle. Refer to page for how to This remote is used to lock/unlock within about a 32 inch (about 80 cm) separate the keys.
Page 175 09/07/29 17:11:04 31TK4610_174 Keyless Access System The remote may not work if: Unlocking the Door(s) To unlock the remaining doors and It is too close to the vehicle. the trunk, press the UNLOCK It is above or below the vehicle, button on the remote or the rear of even when it is within its operating the master door lock switch on the...
Page 176 09/07/29 17:11:17 31TK4610_175 Keyless Access System If you wear a glove while grabbing a Each unlock sensor does not operate Locking the Doors front door handle, the door sensor when: may be slow to respond or may not respond by unlocking the doors. The remote is not within the operating range.
Page 177 09/07/29 17:11:31 31TK4610_176 Keyless Access System When you lock the doors, some The door lock button does not work Door Lock Prevention exterior lights blink and the system If you open the driver’s door, pull its beeps once. If no exterior lights blink lock tab rearward on the door, and and/or no beeper sounds, check to The remote is not within the...
Page 178 09/07/29 17:11:44 31TK4610_177 Keyless Access System Locking and Unlocking the Trunk Opening and Closing the Trunk Push the trunk release switch When you close the trunk with all when carrying the remote (if the doors locked, the trunk will lock. TRUNK RELEASE SWITCH doors are locked).
Page 179: Keyless Access Remote
09/07/29 17:11:54 31TK4610_178 Keyless Access System Before closing the trunk, make sure Keyless Access Remote You cannot lock the doors if any the remote is not in the trunk. door is not fully closed, if the remote is in the keyless access remote slot, LOCK If you close the trunk when the or if the power mode is in any...
Page 180 09/07/29 17:12:03 31TK4610_179 Keyless Access System Press this button once To change the ‘‘KEY AND REMOTE Press this button for UNLOCK TRUNK to unlock the driver’s door. Press it UNLOCK MODE’’ setting, see page about 1 second to open the trunk. twice to unlock the other doors.
Page 181 09/07/29 17:12:17 31TK4610_180 Keyless Access System Replacing the Remote Battery As required by the FCC: 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 182 09/07/29 17:12:29 31TK4610_181 Keyless Access System Keyless Memory Settings Here are the settings activated with Remote Care the remote: Avoid dropping or throwing the Driving position memory transmitter. (see page Protect the transmitter from Keyless memory settings extreme temperature. (see page Do not immerse the transmitter in Audio system settings any liquid.
Page 183: Engine Start/Stop Button
09/07/29 17:12:36 31TK4610_182 Keyless Access System Engine Start/Stop Button Operating Range Make sure you know where the remote is when you are inside the vehicle. Remember that you can start the engine when the remote is inside the vehicle. Make sure you always carry the remote with you.
Page 184 09/07/29 17:12:47 31TK4610_183 Keyless Access System Engine Start/Stop Button button, while pressing the clutch Switching the Power Modes Operation The keyless access system has four pedal fully, with the shift lever in any This system uses the engine start/ power modes: VEHICLE OFF gear position.
Page 185 09/07/29 17:12:56 31TK4610_184 Keyless Access System Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Indicator in the button is off. ACCESSORY Indicator in the button comes on green. Some electrical components such as the audio system and accessory power sockets can be operated. Indicator in the button remains green when the engine is not running.
Page 186 09/07/29 17:13:05 31TK4610_185 Keyless Access System If the keyless access system Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission NOTE: How the mode is switched depends Each time you press the engine main switch in the glove box is off, on if the shift lever is in Park or not. start/stop button without pressing make sure to insert the keyless the clutch pedal, the power mode...
Page 187 09/07/29 17:13:21 31TK4610_186 Keyless Access System Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison Ignition Switch LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III) Position Engine is turned off and Engine is turned off. Normal key position while Use this position to start Without Keyless power is shut down.
Page 188 09/07/29 17:13:34 31TK4610_187 Keyless Access System Starting the Engine Starting Guidance ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON TO START ENGINE: ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON TO TURN ACCESSORY ON: BRAKE PEDAL CLUTCH PEDAL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION You can start the engine in any Manual Transmission After you unlock and open the power mode.
Page 189 09/07/29 17:13:42 31TK4610_188 Keyless Access System When the keyless access system main NOTE: To unlock the steering wheel the multi- If the keyless access remote battery switch in the glove box is off, information display shows the dies, you may have to use the built-in TO UNLOCK WHEEL ‘‘INSERT KEYLESS REMOTE key to unlock/lock the vehicle.
Page 190 09/07/29 17:13:55 31TK4610_189 Keyless Access System Stopping the Engine If the shift lever is in any gear Operation Guidance other than neutral, depress the clutch pedal, then press the engine SHIFT TO PARK start/stop button. The engine stops and the power mode switches from ON to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
Page 191 09/07/29 17:14:05 31TK4610_190 Keyless Access System If you open the driver’s door in the ACCESSORY mode, a beeper will sound. You will also see a ACCESSORY MODE TO TURN VEHICLE OFF ‘‘ACCESSORY MODE’’ or ‘‘TO TURN VEHICLE OFF:’’ message on the multi-information display.
Page 192 09/07/29 17:14:12 31TK4610_191 Keyless Access System If you are driving, the power mode Emergency Engine Stop The engine start/stop button may be switches from ON to ACCESSORY used to stop the engine due to an or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) emergency situation even while whenever you perform either driving.
Page 193 09/07/29 17:14:22 31TK4610_192 Keyless Access System Beeper and Message The displayed message goes away The engine does not start if you push when you bring the remote back the engine start/stop button when Keyless Remote Not Detected inside the vehicle. the remote is outside the vehicle.
Page 194 09/07/29 17:14:30 31TK4610_193 Keyless Access System The outside beeper sounds when the If the remote battery becomes weak Keyless Remote Low Battery power mode is in ACCESSORY, and and the power door lock/unlock a door is opened, then closed. operation is disabled, you should insert the remote into the keyless access remote slot to set the power mode and start the engine.
Page 195 09/07/29 17:14:40 31TK4610_194 Keyless Access System Keyless Access Remote System Turning off the keyless Keyless Access System NOTE: Main Switch access system will disable lockout Indicator prevention. According to the message on the multi-information display, this With the keyless access remote indicator has two indications.
Page 196 09/07/29 17:14:52 31TK4610_195 Keyless Access System The multi-information display Check Keyless Access System Check Keyless Starting System shows ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM ACCESS SYSTEM.’’ INDICATOR INDICATOR In this case, use the built-in key to lock/unlock the doors and insert the keyless access remote into the slot to start the engine (see page A/T model is shown.
Page 197 09/07/29 17:15:03 31TK4610_196 Keyless Access System The multi-information display Keyless Access Remote Slot To remove the keyless access shows ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS remote, place the vehicle in the SLOT STARTING SYSTEM.’’ VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode, then pull out the keyless access remote. In this case, you should not shut off your engine until you are in a safe If the keyless access remote has...
Page 198 09/07/29 17:15:15 31TK4610_197 Keyless Access System On automatic transmission models Unlocked Keyless Access Remote Operation Guidance The multi-information display shows When the keyless access remote To insert the keyless access remote: the ‘‘ACCESSORY MODE’’ or ‘‘TO system main switch in the glove box UNLOCK KEYLESS REMOTE is set to ON, the remote remains TURN OFF POWER’’...
Page 199 09/07/29 17:15:23 31TK4610_198 Keyless Access System When the keyless access remote The message reminds you that the To unlock the keyless access remote: is not in the vehicle. keyless access remote is locked in On automatic transmission models the keyless access remote slot, and that the power mode is in the ACCESSORY or ON position.
Page 200 09/07/29 17:15:30 31TK4610_199 Keyless Access System To remove the keyless access remote: On automatic transmission models The shift lever must be in Park before you can press the engine start/stop button twice without pressing the brake pedal to set the vehicle into the VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode.
Page 201 09/07/29 17:15:40 31TK4610_200 Keyless Access System To avoid damaging the remote and Built-in key and Remote Valet Function The built-in key can be used to lock/ the built-in key, never pull on the The trunk and glove box cannot be unlock the doors and the trunk when built-in key unless you are pressing opened when you turn the trunk...
Page 202: Seat Heaters
09/07/29 17:15:49 31TK4610_201 Seat Heaters Models equipped with the Passenger’s Seat keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages HEATERS Driver’s Seat SEAT HEATER SWITCHES Both front seats are equipped with Push the right side of the switch, HI,...
Page 203 09/07/29 17:15:56 31TK4610_202 Seat Heaters In the HI setting, the heater turns off Follow these precautions whenever when the seat gets warm, and turns you use the seat heaters: back on after the seat’s temperature drops. Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws In the LO setting, the heater runs large amounts of current from the...
Page 204: Power Windows
09/07/29 17:16:04 31TK4610_203 Power Windows Models equipped with the To open either front AUTO DRIVER’S WINDOW INDICATOR keyless access system have an window fully, push the window SWITCH engine start/stop button instead switch firmly down to the second of an ignition switch. ON Mode detent, then release it.
Page 205 09/07/29 17:16:10 31TK4610_204 Power Windows When you push the main switch in, Auto Reverse the indicator comes on and the If either front window runs into any passengers’ windows cannot be obstacle while it is closing raised or lowered. Use the main automatically, it will reverse switch when you have children in the direction, and then stop.
Page 206 09/07/29 17:16:23 31TK4610_205 Power Windows Press the UNLOCK button a Opening the Windows and Opening/Closing the Windows second time, and hold it. The Moonroof with the Remote and Moonroof with the Key or the remaining doors unlock, and all Transmitter/Keyless Access Built-in key four windows and the moonroof Remote...
Page 207 09/07/29 17:16:34 31TK4610_206 Power Windows Turn the key clockwise, then To close: release it. Insert the key in the driver’s door lock. Turn the key clockwise again, and hold it. All four windows and the Turn the key counterclockwise, moonroof start to open. To stop then release it.
Page 208: Moonroof
09/07/29 17:16:43 31TK4610_207 Moonroof Models equipped with the MOONROOF SWITCH keyless access system have an Open engine start/stop button instead Opening or closing the of an ignition switch. ON Mode moonroof on someone’s hands is the equivalent of ON (II). For or fingers can cause serious more information, see pages injury.
Page 209 09/07/29 17:16:51 31TK4610_208 Moonroof To open or close the moonroof You can open and close the You can use the remote transmitter/ partially, lightly pull the switch back moonroof for up to 10 minutes after keyless access remote or the key/ or push it forward and hold it.
Page 210: Parking Brake
09/07/29 17:16:56 31TK4610_209 Parking Brake If you drive without releasing the parking brake, a beeper will sound, and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the multi-information display (see page Driving the vehicle with the parking PARKING brake applied can damage the rear BRAKE LEVER brakes and hubs.
Page 211: Interior Convenience Items
09/07/29 17:17:01 31TK4610_210 Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET with BEVERAGE HOLDER VANITY MIRROR USB ADAPTER COAT HOOK CABLE SUNGLASSES HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET SUN VISOR REAR DOOR POCKET CENTER POCKET GLOVE BOX SIDE POCKET AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER in REAR BEVERAGE HOLDER...
Page 212: Beverage Holders
09/07/29 17:17:09 31TK4610_211 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid Front that is very hot can scald you or your Rear passengers. Liquid can also spill from the front door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors.
Page 213: Accessory Power Sockets
09/07/29 17:17:20 31TK4610_212 Interior Convenience Items information, see pages Accessory Power Sockets FRONT CONSOLE COMPARTMENT Each socket is intended to supply Pull up the lid. power for 12 volt DC accessories Slide the lid that are rated 120 watts or less (10 forward.
Page 214: Glove Box
09/07/29 17:17:29 31TK4610_213 Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Console Compartment An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. To lock GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling out...
Page 215: Vanity Mirror
09/07/29 17:17:40 31TK4610_214 Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Sun Visor SUN VISOR Slide You can put small items in the To use the vanity mirror on the back To use a sun visor, pull it down. You sliding tray located in the console of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
Page 216: Center Pocket
09/07/29 17:17:51 31TK4610_215 Interior Convenience Items Do not use the sun visor extension Center Pocket Sunglasses Holder feature over the rear view mirror. Make sure to slide the sun visor back to its original position before flipping it back in place. Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting Push...
Page 217: Coat Hook
09/07/29 17:18:05 31TK4610_216 Interior Convenience Items, Interior Lights Coat Hook Light Control Buttons Front DOOR ACTIVATED COAT HOOK Some larger styles of sunglasses To use a coat hook, slide it out Your vehicle has the light control may not fit in the holder. slightly, then pull it down.
Page 218 09/07/29 17:18:22 31TK4610_217 Interior Lights To turn off the setting, press the Door (Door activated position): On models without keyless access OFF button. The individual map lights in the system front and rear come on when any The lights also come on when the Front door is opened, when the remote key is removed from the ignition...
Page 219 09/07/29 17:18:34 31TK4610_218 Interior Lights Individual Map Lights If any map light is left on when the Courtesy Lights ignition switch is turned off or the Front VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode is set, and all doors are closed, it will turn off when the vehicle is locked with the remote transmitter (the keyless access remote on models with...
Page 220 09/07/29 17:18:47 31TK4610_219 Interior Lights Models equipped with the Keyless Access Remote Slot Light Set the vehicle mode to VEHICLE keyless access system have an OFF (LOCK). On models with Keyless Access engine start/stop button instead System of an ignition switch. ON Mode Remove the keyless access remote is the equivalent of ON (II).
Page 221 09/07/29 17:18:54 31TK4610_220 Features The climate control system in your Dual Temperature and Mode iPod Error Messages ....346 vehicle provides a comfortable Control ........222 Playing a USB Flash Memory driving environment in all weather Climate Control Sensors ..
Page 222: Climate Control System
09/07/29 17:19:02 31TK4610_221 Climate Control System Models without navigation system DRIVER’S SIDE DISPLAY DISPLAY PASSENGER’S SIDE DISPLAY PASSENGER’S SIDE AUTO DRIVER’S SIDE AUTO BUTTON BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL CONTROL SWITCH SWITCH DRIVER’S SIDE MODE PASSENGER’S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON CONTROL BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON...
Page 223 09/07/29 17:19:08 31TK4610_222 Climate Control System Models with navigation system PASSENGER’S SIDE DISPLAY DRIVER’S SIDE DISPLAY CENTER DISPLAY DRIVER’S SIDE AUTO BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE AUTO BUTTON DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH DRIVER’S SIDE MODE PASSENGER’S SIDE MODE CONTROL BUTTON CONTROL BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON...
Page 224 09/07/31 14:03:21 31TK4610_223 Climate Control System The system automatically selects Voice Control System Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control the proper mix of conditioned On models with navigation system The climate control system for your system in your vehicle picks the and/or heated air that will, as vehicle can also be operated using proper combination of air...
Page 225 09/07/29 17:19:35 31TK4610_224 Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its which is updated automatically by ON/OFF Button lower limit ( ) or its upper limit the navigation’s global positioning Each time you press this button, the ), the system runs at full system (GPS).
Page 226 09/07/29 17:19:50 31TK4610_225 Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button You can manually select various This button turns the air When the indicator in the button is functions of the climate control conditioning on and off. You will see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is system when it is in fully automatic A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display...
Page 227 09/07/29 17:20:10 31TK4610_226 Climate Control System Air flows from the floor Rear Window Defogger Button Windshield Defroster Button This button turns the rear window vents. This button directs the main airflow defogger on and off (see page to the windshield for faster Airflow is divided between defrosting.
Page 228 09/07/29 17:20:19 31TK4610_227 Climate Control System For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving. DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE When the indicator in the CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH button is on, the SYNC indicator also comes on.
Page 229 09/07/29 17:20:27 31TK4610_228 Climate Control System Synchronized Control The selected temperatures and Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side mode appear in the display (in the center display on models with navigation system). When the indicator in the SYNC button is on, you can adjust both sides to the same temperature and mode by pushing the driver’s side temperature and mode controls.
Page 230 09/07/29 17:20:38 31TK4610_229 Climate Control System Rear Ventilation Climate Control Sensors The airflow from the rear vents can SUNLIGHT SENSOR be adjusted when either AUTO mode (driver or passenger) is selected or the fan mode is in the position. You can adjust the direction of the airflow by moving the tab on each vent up-and-down and side-to-side.
Page 231: Audio System
09/07/29 17:20:46 31TK4610_230 Audio System An audio system is standard on all models. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle’s audio system. Models Without navigation system Models With navigation system For vehicles without navigation system, see pages through For vehicles with navigation system, see pages...
Page 232 09/07/29 17:20:57 31TK4610_231 Audio System (Models without navigation system) The knob turns left and right. Use it Selector Knob SETUP Display to scroll through lists, or to make To select any setting such as the SETUP BUTTON selections or adjustments to a list or clock or sound adjusting, press the menu item on the display.
Page 233 09/07/29 17:21:45 31TK4610_232 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) DISPLAY VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR A.SEL (AUTO SELECT) SCAN BUTTON BUTTON SETUP BUTTON (SOUND) BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB...
Page 234 09/07/29 17:21:58 31TK4610_233 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) The scan function samples To Play the Radio To Select a Station SCAN The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 235 09/07/29 17:22:08 31TK4610_234 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Preset Each preset button can AUTO SELECT If you are , press the To turn off auto select store one frequency on AM and two traveling and can no longer receive A.
Page 236 09/07/29 17:22:17 31TK4610_235 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Radio Data System (RDS) If the station you are listening to is On the FM band, you can select a not an RDS station, the display favorite station and display the continues to show the frequency program service name provided by with the RDS information display...
Page 237 09/07/29 17:22:37 31TK4610_236 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) COUNTRY: Country music Radio Data System (RDS) Category RDS Program Search SOFT: Adult hits and soft music This function searches up and down TOP 40: Top 40 hits a frequency for the strongest signal OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies from the frequencies that carry the RDS CATEGORY...
Page 238 09/07/29 17:22:43 31TK4610_237 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) You can use the RDS program RDS Program SCAN The scan function samples all search or scan function even if the stations with strong signals on the RDS information display function is selected RDS category.
Page 239 09/07/29 17:22:58 31TK4610_238 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Adjusting the Sound CENTER Adjusts the strength of sound from the center speaker. Selector knob adjustable SUBW Adjusts the strength of direction is shown. sound from the subwoofer speaker. If the fader adjustment is set to F9 (maximum front level), the subwoofer is turned off.
Page 240 09/07/29 17:23:07 31TK4610_239 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Adjusts the volume level Audio System Lighting Speed-sensitive Volume based on the vehicle speed. You can use the instrument panel Compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume brightness control buttons ( Each mode is shown in the display as based on vehicle speed.
Page 241 09/07/29 17:23:14 31TK4610_240 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) DISPLAY VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB XM RADIO BUTTON TITLE BUTTON CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB CONTINUED...
Page 242 09/07/29 17:23:25 31TK4610_241 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio You can also change the mode from XM Radio anywhere in the United To listen to XM Radio, turn the the menu items.
Page 243 09/07/29 17:23:33 31TK4610_242 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) TUNE Turn the selector knob to CATEGORY ( Press change channel selections. Turn the either side of the CATEGORY bar to knob right for higher numbered select another category. channels and left for lower numbered channels.
Page 244 09/07/29 17:23:50 31TK4610_243 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) You can store up to 12 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the The encryption Preset ‘‘UPDATING’’ preset channels using the six preset first six channels. code is being updated. Wait until the buttons.
Page 245 09/07/29 17:25:16 31TK4610_244 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in mountains or large obstacles to these areas. of the vehicle may cause satellite the south.
Page 246 09/07/29 17:25:26 31TK4610_245 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) Driving on a single lane road Receiving XM Radio Service After you’ve registered with XM alongside dense trees taller than If your XM Radio service has expired Radio, keep your audio system in the 50 ft.
Page 247 09/07/29 17:25:32 31TK4610_246 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) MP3/WMA INDICATOR VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB DISC SLOT AUX BUTTON DISC LOAD BUTTON TITLE BUTTON CD BUTTON DISC EJECT BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB...
Page 248 09/07/29 17:25:42 31TK4610_247 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) This audio system can also play The specifications for compatible To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 files are: switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA format.
Page 249 09/07/29 17:26:40 31TK4610_248 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) The specifications for compatible You cannot load and play 3-inch Loading Discs WMA files are: Your vehicle’s in-dash disc changer (8-cm) discs in this unit. Sampling frequency: holds up to six discs. 32/44.1/48 kHz When the disc load indicator turns Bitrate:...
Page 250 09/07/29 17:26:54 31TK4610_249 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) The display shows up to 16 You will also see some text data Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE characters of selected text data (the under these conditions: button, the display shows you the folder name, file name, etc.).
Page 251 09/07/29 17:27:05 31TK4610_250 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) SKIP Each time you press and To Change or Select Tracks/Files Folder Selection Use the SKIP bar while a disc is release the side of the SKIP bar, playing to select passages and the player skips forward to the change tracks (files in MP3 or WMA beginning of the next track (file in...
Page 252 09/07/29 17:27:13 31TK4610_251 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) Turn the selector knob to select an In MP3 or WMA mode To Select Repeat, Random or Scan appropriate repeat, random or scan FOLDER SELECTION Mode: select a different folder, press either mode, then press the selector knob side ( ) of the CATEGORY...
Page 253 09/07/29 17:27:23 31TK4610_252 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) REPEAT ONE TRK REPEAT DISC This feature continuously replay a track (file in continuously replays the current disc. MP3 or WMA mode), select To activate disc repeat, select REPEAT ONE TRK from the menu REPEAT DISC from the menu items.
Page 254 09/07/29 17:27:30 31TK4610_253 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) RANDOM IN DISC This feature SCAN TRK The SCAN function In MP3 or WMA mode plays the tracks within a disc (the samples all the tracks on the disc in SCAN FLD This function files in MP3 or WMA mode) in the order they are recorded on the...
Page 255 09/07/29 17:27:42 31TK4610_254 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) Pressing either side of the SKIP bar, When the first track on the last disc, To Stop Playing a Disc or selecting a different disc (using or the first file in the last main folder Press the eject button ( ) to the preset buttons) or folder (using...
Page 256 09/07/29 17:27:52 31TK4610_255 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) You can also press the MODE Protecting Discs Removing Discs from the In-dash button on the steering wheel to For information on how to handle Disc Changer change modes. To remove the disc currently in play, and protect compact discs, see page press the eject button.
Page 257 09/07/29 17:28:01 31TK4610_256 Disc Changer Error Messages (Models without navigation system) The chart on the right explains the Error Message Cause Solution error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to If you see an error message in the normal.
Page 258 09/07/29 17:28:08 31TK4610_257 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) USB INDICATOR iPod INDICATOR VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON CD BUTTON SKIP BAR RETURN BUTTON SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB...
Page 259 09/07/29 17:28:22 31TK4610_258 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) To Play an iPod iPods compatible with your audio NOTE: This audio system can select and system using the USB adapter cable Do not connect your iPod using a play the audio files on the iPod with are: hub.
Page 260 09/07/29 17:28:32 31TK4610_259 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) If the iPod indicator does not appear Connecting an iPod in the audio display, check the DOCK CONNECTOR connections, and try to reconnect the USB CONNECTOR iPod a few times. If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod, the iPod may need to be reset.
Page 261 09/07/29 17:28:45 31TK4610_260 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) Text Data Display Function To Change or Select Files To Select a File from iPod Menu Each time you press the TITLE Use the SKIP bar while an iPod is button the display mode switches playing to select passages and between the album name, the song...
Page 262 09/07/29 17:30:13 31TK4610_261 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) Turn the selector knob to select a To Select Repeat or Shuffle Mode: play mode: normal play, shuffle off, shuffle all, shuffle album, repeat off, MENU ITEMS or repeat one track, then press ENTER to set your selection.
Page 263 09/07/29 17:30:23 31TK4610_262 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) This feature This feature turns SHUFFLE ALL REPEAT OFF plays all available files in a selected off the repeat mode. list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. This REPEAT ONE TRK You will see SHUFFLE in the display.
Page 264 09/07/29 17:30:32 31TK4610_263 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) To Stop Playing Your iPod iPod Error Messages Disconnecting an iPod To play the radio, press the AM/FM, You can disconnect the iPod at any If you see an error message in the button.
Page 265 09/07/29 17:30:37 31TK4610_264 iPod Error Messages (Models without navigation system) If you see an error message on the Error Message Solution audio display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error FILE ERROR The system cannot read the file(s).
Page 266 09/07/29 17:30:43 31TK4610_265 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) FILE TYPE INDICATOR USB INDICATOR VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON CD BUTTON CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR RETURN BUTTON SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB...
Page 267 09/07/29 17:30:58 31TK4610_266 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) To Play a USB Flash Memory The recommended USB flash Do not keep a USB flash memory Device memory devices are 256 MB or device in the vehicle. Direct This audio system can select and higher, and formatted with the FAT sunlight and high heat will damage...
Page 268 09/07/29 17:31:20 31TK4610_267 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Some devices cannot be powered Supported standards: Supported standards: or charged via the USB adapter. If MPEG1 Audio Layer3 MPEG4/AAC LC this is the case, use the accessory MPEG2 Audio Layer3 MPEG2/AAC LC adapter to supply power to your...
Page 269 09/07/29 17:31:30 31TK4610_268 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Connecting a USB Flash Memory Text Data Display Function Each time you press the TITLE Device button, the display mode shows you USB CONNECTOR in sequence, the folder name, the file name, the artist name, the album name, the song name, or name off (which turns off the text display).
Page 270 09/07/29 17:31:41 31TK4610_269 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Folder Selection To select a To Change or Select Files To Select a File from Folder and File Use the SKIP bar while a USB flash different folder, press and release Lists memory device is playing to select either side of the CATEGORY bar.
Page 271 09/07/29 17:31:51 31TK4610_270 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Pressing the RETURN button goes Turn the selector knob to select an To Select Repeat, Random or Scan back to the previous display and appropriate repeat, random or scan Mode: pressing the SETUP button cancels mode, then press the selector knob...
Page 272 09/07/29 17:32:36 31TK4610_271 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) This feature This function REPEAT ONE FLD SCAN TRK replays all the files on the selected samples all files in the selected PLAY MODE ITEMS folder in the order they are stored. folder in the order they are stored.
Page 273 09/07/29 17:32:48 31TK4610_272 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) SCAN FLD This function To Stop Playing a USB Flash USB Flash Memory Device Error samples the first file in each folder in Memory Device Messages the order they are stored. To To change modes, press the AM/ If you see an error message in the activate the folder scan feature,...
Page 274 09/07/29 17:32:53 31TK4610_273 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models without navigation system) If you see an error message on the Error Message Solution audio display while playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If The system cannot read the file(s).
Page 275 09/07/29 17:32:59 31TK4610_274 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) AUX BUTTON TITLE BUTTON SKIP BAR SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB CONTINUED...
Page 276 09/07/29 17:33:11 31TK4610_275 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is equipped with a To Play Audio Files After a device is linked, press the Bluetooth Audio system, which TITLE button to confirm the device Bluetooth allows you to listen to streaming name.
Page 277 09/07/29 17:33:28 31TK4610_276 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) In the following conditions, the To pause or resume a file To change sound settings display shows ‘‘NO CONNECT’’ The resume/pause mode can stop message. playing a file temporarily. Press the SETUP button to display the audio The phone is not linked to HFL.
Page 278 09/07/29 17:33:39 31TK4610_277 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) To switch to HFL mode To turn off the Bluetooth Audio As required by the FCC: If you receive a call when the mode This device complies with Part 15 of the Audio is playing, press the Select any other audio mode by Bluetooth...
Page 279 09/07/29 17:33:48 31TK4610_278 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Interface Dial Voice Control System Most audio system functions can still The audio system can also be be controlled by standard buttons, operated by voice control. See the dials, and knobs, but some functions navigation system manual for can only be accessed using the complete details.
Page 280 09/07/29 17:33:55 31TK4610_279 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB CENTER DISPLAY TITLE BUTTON (SOUND) BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/ AUTO SELECT) BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL...
Page 281 09/07/29 17:34:08 31TK4610_280 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) To Play the AM/FM Radio Your vehicle has the engine start/ To Select a Station stop button instead of an ignition You can use any of five methods to STEREO INDICATOR switch.
Page 282 09/07/29 17:34:16 31TK4610_281 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) interface selector, then push the SCAN interface selector up to go back. SKIP (SEEK) The skip (seek) function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal.
Page 283 09/07/29 17:34:27 31TK4610_282 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) When the system finds a strong Press the preset button, and hold A.SEL INDICATOR signal, it will stop and play that it until you hear a beep. You can station for about 10 seconds.
Page 284 09/07/29 17:34:39 31TK4610_283 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Push the interface selector down to If you do not like the stations auto Radio Data System (RDS) display the AUDIO MENU. Turn the select has stored, you can store On the FM band, you can select a interface dial to select A.SEL, then other frequencies on the preset...
Page 285 09/07/29 17:34:49 31TK4610_284 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) If the station you are listening to is Radio Data System (RDS) Category not an RDS station, the audio screen and the center display continue to show the frequency. When you turn off this function by pressing the TITLE button, the center display shows ‘‘RDS INFO...
Page 286 09/07/29 17:35:41 31TK4610_285 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) ALL: All RDS category stations COUNTRY: Country music. TOP 40: Top 40 hits ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft rock music OLDIES: Nostalgia music and oldies JAZZ: Jazz SOFT: Adult hits and soft music R &...
Page 287 09/07/29 17:35:50 31TK4610_286 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to the desired RDS Category Search SEEK/SCAN ICON (RDS Search mode) This function searches up and down RDS category. for strong signal frequencies that carry the selected RDS category While the RDS category is selected, information.
Page 288 09/07/29 17:35:57 31TK4610_287 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) If you do nothing, the system will RDS Category SCAN SEEK/SCAN ICON (RDS Search mode) The scan function samples all scan for the next strong station and stations with strong signals on the play it for 10 seconds.
Page 289 09/07/29 17:36:06 31TK4610_288 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to the desired Radio Text Display TEXT INDICATOR RDS category. This function displays the radio text information of the selected RDS While the RDS category is selected, station.
Page 290 09/07/29 17:36:16 31TK4610_289 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, FADER, and BALANCE are each adjustable. You can also adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers. In addition, you can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC).
Page 291 09/07/29 17:36:29 31TK4610_290 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) The system will return to the audio FADER/BALANCE These playing mode in the center display modes adjust the strength of the about 10 seconds after you stop sound coming from each speaker. adjusting a mode.
Page 292 09/07/29 17:36:39 31TK4610_291 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) CENTER Adjusts the strength of screen. Turn the interface dial to the To set this feature on or off, select sound from the center speaker. desired level, and enter your Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on selection by pressing ENTER on the the interface selector.
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09/07/29 17:37:29 31TK4610_292 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON CENTER DISPLAY XM RADIO BUTTON (SOUND) BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR TUNE BAR AUDIO BUTTON SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/ AUTO SELECT) BAR INTERFACE DIAL CONTINUED...
Page 294 09/07/29 17:37:39 31TK4610_293 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio Your vehicle has the engine start/ XM Radio anywhere in the United stop button instead of an ignition States and Canada, except Hawaii, switch.
Page 295 09/07/29 17:37:52 31TK4610_294 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) MODE To switch between the Each time you press and release the selector to select AUDIO MENU, category mode and channel mode, TITLE button, the center display then turn the interface dial to choose push the interface selector down to changes in the following sequence: Tune and press ENTER on the...
Page 296 09/07/29 17:38:03 31TK4610_295 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) The scan function gives SCAN XM BAND you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the channels within that category are scanned. To activate SCAN, press the SCAN side of the SCAN/A.SEL bar.
Page 297 09/07/29 17:38:19 31TK4610_296 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) Use the tune, list, or scan function Once a channel is stored, press ‘‘ - - - - ’’ The selected channel to tune to a desired channel. and release the proper preset number does not exist, or is not part button to tune to it.
Page 298 09/07/29 17:38:29 31TK4610_297 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in mountains or large obstacles these areas. of the vehicle may cause satellite to the south.
Page 299 09/07/29 17:38:42 31TK4610_298 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) There may be other geographic Note Function situations that could affect XM Radio U.S. models only NOTE ICON reception. This function stores the sound content played on the selected XM Radio station with the channel, As required by the FCC: category, name, and title information.
Page 300 09/07/29 17:38:53 31TK4610_299 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) Receiving XM Radio Service appears in the display. Your I.D. will If your XM Radio service has expired appear in the display. or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a After you have registered with XM sampling of the broadcasts available Radio, keep your audio system in the...
Page 301 09/07/29 17:38:59 31TK4610_300 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN DISC SLOT VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB EJECT BUTTON CENTER DISPLAY TITLE BUTTON DISC BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/ AUTO SELECT) BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL CONTINUED...
Page 302 09/07/29 17:40:29 31TK4610_301 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Your vehicle’s audio system has an The disc packages or jackets should The disc player can also play MP3, in-dash disc player. To operate the have one of these marks. WMA, or AAC format that saved on disc player, the power mode must be CD-R/RW or DVD-R/RW (see page...
Page 303 09/07/29 17:40:38 31TK4610_302 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) You cannot load and play 3-inch To Load a Disc (8-cm) discs in this system. Insert a disc about halfway into the disc slot. The drive will pull the disc It is possible to select up to 999 files in the rest of the way to play it.
Page 304 09/07/29 17:40:45 31TK4610_303 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Each time you press the TITLE To Play a Disc To Change Tracks Select the disc player by pressing the button, the center display changes Each time you press and release the DISC button.
Page 305 09/07/29 17:40:54 31TK4610_304 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) To Choose a Track Track Repeat To turn this feature off, turn the interface dial to select OFF icon, and TRACK REPEAT INDICATOR press ENTER on the interface selector. REPEAT OFF ICON TRACK LIST TRACK REPEAT ICON You can also choose a track directly...
Page 306 09/07/29 17:41:06 31TK4610_305 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to select the Random Play Track Scan track random icon, and press TRACK RANDOM INDICATOR ENTER on the interface selector. RANDOM OFF ICON To turn this feature off, turn the interface dial to select OFF icon, and press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 307 09/07/29 17:41:23 31TK4610_306 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to select the To Stop Playing a Disc Playing an MP3/WMA/AAC Disc Scan icon, and press ENTER on the To take the system out of disc mode, This audio system plays CD-ROM, interface selector.
Page 308 09/07/29 17:41:34 31TK4610_307 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Bitrate: Maximum layers: NOTE: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/ 255 layers Combining a low sampling frequency 160/192/224/256/320 kbps with a low bitrate may result in (MPEG1) The specifications for compatible extremely degraded sound quality. 8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ AAC files are: 112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2)
Page 309 09/07/29 17:41:45 31TK4610_308 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Changing the Folders Changing and Selecting the Folders/ While playing an MP3/WMA/AAC Files disc, you can select a folder within the disc by pressing either side of the category bar. Each time you press either side of the bar, the folder title and its first file’s information appear on the center...
Page 310 09/07/29 17:41:56 31TK4610_309 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Folder Repeat To turn this feature off, turn the press ENTER on the interface interface dial to select OFF icon, and selector. Turn the interface dial to FOLDER REPEAT INDICATOR press ENTER on the interface select the folder random icon, and selector.
Page 311 09/07/29 17:42:05 31TK4610_310 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) File Scan sample the remaining files. Folder Scan This feature, when activated, SCAN OFF ICON To turn this feature off, press the samples the first file of each folder SCAN side of the bar again, or select for 10 seconds.
Page 312 09/07/29 17:42:16 31TK4610_311 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) The system plays the first file in the Removing a Disc from the Player Playing a DVD-A Disc first folder for about 10 seconds. If To remove the disc, press the eject Use the disc controls previously you do nothing, the system will then ) button.
Page 313 09/07/29 17:42:25 31TK4610_312 Disc Player Error Messages (Models with navigation system) The chart on the right explains the Error Cause Solution error messages you may see in the Message center display while playing a disc. BAD DISC Press the eject button and pull out the disc. If you see an error message in the PLEASE CHECK Servo Error...
Page 314 09/07/29 17:42:33 31TK4610_313 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON CENTER DISPLAY HDD/AUX BUTTON CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/ AUDIO BUTTON AUTO SELECT) BAR INTERFACE DIAL...
Page 315 09/07/29 17:42:43 31TK4610_314 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Music data recorded on HDD can Recording function from following function can record tracks from only be used for personal media is not supported. music CDs to the navigation system’s enjoyment.
Page 316 09/07/29 17:42:59 31TK4610_315 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Playlists Track Search Methods Recording a Music CD to HDD Playlists are track lists in a certain Songs that have been recorded on Audio playback group. the HDD are categorized in groups If you play a music CD that has not for easy searching.
Page 317 09/07/29 17:43:12 31TK4610_316 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) You can listen to tracks from other NOTE: REC DONE ICON Please note that there will be no playlists that have already been compensation offered in the case recorded while recording.
Page 318 09/07/29 17:43:24 31TK4610_317 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) To Cancel Recording a Music CD Changing the Recording Settings to HDD Recording a Track on a Music CD In order to suspend recording, push Manually the interface selector down, select Cancel Rec to HDD, and press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 319 09/07/29 17:43:34 31TK4610_318 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Playing Tracks on HDD To Record a Track Manually Recording All of the Tracks on a To play tracks on HDD, push the Music CD Automatically To change the setting to HDD/AUX button until the HDD automatically record all of the tracks Audio screen appears.
Page 320 09/07/29 17:43:48 31TK4610_319 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Changing a Track/Tracklist Repeat Playback Skip Bar To change a track or tracklist , press Returns to the beginning of the on the Category bar or the Skip bar. song that is being played.
Page 321 09/07/29 17:43:55 31TK4610_320 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) To turn this feature off, turn the Random Playback Turn the interface dial to select the interface dial to select the OFF icon, track random icon, and press then press ENTER on the interface RANDOM OFF ICON ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 322 09/07/29 17:44:05 31TK4610_321 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Scan Playback Turn the interface dial to select the Making an User Playlist scan icon. Press ENTER on the The HDD has two types of the interface selector. You will hear a 10- playlists: original playlist and user second sampling of each track in the playlist.
Page 323 09/07/29 17:44:15 31TK4610_322 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) On the Playlist screen, turn the Searching the Music Adding a Track to a User Playlist While a track is playing on an interface dial and select the While playing music in the HDD Original Playlist or User Playlist Playlist to which the song is to be...
Page 324 09/07/29 17:44:26 31TK4610_323 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Searching Music by Album Turn the interface dial to select the album you want to listen to, then ALPHABET TAG press ENTER on the selector. The first track on the selected album begins to play.
Page 325 09/07/29 17:44:37 31TK4610_324 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Searching Music by Artist If you push the interface selector Searching Music by Track right or left, you can change the alphabet tag. Turn the interface dial to select the artist you want to listen to, and press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 326 09/07/29 17:44:47 31TK4610_325 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) If you push the interface selector Searching Music by Playlists Turn the interface dial to select the right or left, you can change the playlist you want to listen to, then alphabet tag.
Page 327 09/07/29 17:44:58 31TK4610_326 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Searching Music by Genre The first track on the selected genre Searching Music by Album begins to play. Record Date RECORDED DATE Push the interface selector up to display the Search music by screen, Push the interface selector up to and turn the interface dial to select...
Page 328 09/07/29 17:45:06 31TK4610_327 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The first track on the selected album Customizing Original/User EDIT ALBUM begins to play. Playlist After storing the data, you can change some items: order of tracks on the user playlist, name of the playlist, track title, artist name, and music genre.
Page 329 09/07/29 17:45:17 31TK4610_328 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) On the Edit Album (or Edit Changing the Order of Tracks within Playlist) screen, turn the interface the User Playlist dial and select Add to Playlist, and then press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 330 09/07/29 17:45:28 31TK4610_329 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial and select Changing the Name of the Original Edit Playlist, then press ENTER Playlist or User Playlist on the interface selector. To change user playlist name Turn the interface dial to select Edit Order, then press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 331 09/07/29 17:46:19 31TK4610_330 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial and select After inputting the name, push the Edit Playlist (or Edit Album to edit interface selector down to select Original Playlist), then press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 332 09/07/29 17:46:32 31TK4610_331 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) On the Edit Track Name screen, Changing the Track Titles turn the interface dial and select Edit Track, then press ENTER on the interface selector. Input the new track name on the Enter a track name screen.
Page 333 09/07/29 17:46:43 31TK4610_332 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) NOTE: Changing the Artist Name of the After selecting the track for which Original Playlist or User Playlist you want to change the track title, Select a desired playlist to change you can also push the interface the user playlist artist name or a selector down to display the AUDIO...
Page 334 09/07/29 17:46:53 31TK4610_333 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Confirm that the new name is Changing the Artist Name of the correct, and then push the Track interface selector down to select Select a desired playlist to change OK.
Page 335 09/07/29 17:47:05 31TK4610_334 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The track options box is displayed. Push the selector down to select Changing the Musical Genre Select Edit Track Info, then press OK. The screen returns to the Select a desired playlist to change ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 336 09/07/29 17:47:14 31TK4610_335 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) On the Edit Album Name screen, Deleting a Track turn the interface dial and select Select the track with the interface Edit Genre, and then press dial from the playback screen ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 337 09/07/29 17:47:25 31TK4610_336 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Deleting an Album NOTE: When you delete a track from the On the HDD playback screen of Original Playlist, the track is also the album in which you want to deleted from the User Playlist in delete, push the interface selector which the deleted track was...
Page 338 09/07/29 17:47:34 31TK4610_337 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The delete box is displayed. Select Acquiring Title Information NOTE: OK and then press ENTER on the When you delete the Original Push the interface selector down interface selector.
Page 339 09/07/29 17:47:44 31TK4610_338 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Checking HDD Audio Capacity To check the HDD audio capacity, Updating Gracenote Album Info push the interface selector down to (Gracenote Media Database) MAXIMUM CAPACITY display AUDIO MENU. Turn the You can update the Gracenote REMAINING CAPACITY interface dial to select HDD Setup,...
Page 340 09/07/29 17:47:59 31TK4610_339 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial and select Clearing the HDD Update Gracenote Info, then press Any music, data, calendar entries, ENTER on the interface selector. etc. that have been stored on the HDD can be deleted.
Page 341 09/07/29 17:48:11 31TK4610_340 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) A pop-up screen verifying whether Gracenote Music Recognition Gracenote is an internet-based music the deletion is to be continued or Service (CDDB) recognition service that allows artist, not will be displayed.
Page 342 09/07/29 17:48:19 31TK4610_341 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Gracenote Software, copyright 2000 Gracenote End User License You agree not to assign, copy, 2009 Gracenote. This product and Agreement transfer or transmit the Gracenote Software or any Gracenote Data to service may practice one or more of Version 20061005 This application or device contains...
Page 343 09/07/29 17:48:27 31TK4610_342 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Gracenote reserves all rights in Gracenote makes no representations GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL Gracenote Data, the Gracenote or warranties, express or implied, WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR Software, and the Gracenote Servers, regarding the accuracy of any IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT Gracenote Data from in the...
Page 344 09/07/29 17:48:33 31TK4610_343 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB CENTER DISPLAY HDD/AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SKIP BAR CANCEL BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL...
Page 345 09/07/29 17:48:46 31TK4610_344 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) To Play an iPod The audio system reads and plays iPods compatible with your audio This audio system can select and playable sound files on the iPod. The system using the USB adapter cable play the audio files on the iPod with system cannot operate an iPod as a are:...
Page 346 09/07/29 17:48:59 31TK4610_345 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) NOTE: Connecting an iPod Do not connect your iPod using a hub. USB CONNECTOR DOCK CONNECTOR Do not keep the iPod and dock connector cable in the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it.
Page 347 09/07/29 17:49:09 31TK4610_346 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) If the iPod indicator does not appear To Change or Select Files in the audio display, check the Use the SKIP bar while an iPod is connections, and try to reconnect the playing to select passages and iPod a few times.
Page 348 09/07/29 17:49:17 31TK4610_347 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) If you select ‘‘ALL’’ on the artists list, Press the AUDIO button to go back the albums list is displayed. to the normal audio playing display. Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen, and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio control display on the screen.
Page 349 09/07/29 17:49:29 31TK4610_348 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial, select the REPEAT Repeat icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. Playback of the track that is currently being played will be repeated. To cancel this function, turn the interface dial and select the Repeat OFF icon, and then press ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 350 09/07/29 17:49:41 31TK4610_349 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial, select Turn the interface dial, select Shuffle and press ENTER on the Shuffle and press ENTER on the interface selector. interface selector. Turn the interface dial, select the Turn the interface dial, select the Album Shuffle icon and press Shuffle icon and press ENTER on...
Page 351 09/07/29 17:49:53 31TK4610_350 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) To Stop Playing Your iPod The displayed message may iPod Error Messages To play the radio, press the AM/FM, vary on models or versions. On If you see an error message in the button.
Page 352 09/07/29 17:49:58 31TK4610_351 iPod Error Messages (Models with navigation system) If you see an error message in the Error Message Solution center display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error UNSUPPORTED Ver.
Page 353 09/07/29 17:50:05 31TK4610_352 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB CENTER DISPLAY HDD/ AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR AUDIO BUTTON SCAN/A.SEL (SCAN/ AUTO SELECT) BAR INTERFACE DIAL...
Page 354 09/07/29 17:50:21 31TK4610_353 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) Only AAC format files recorded Do not keep a USB flash memory To Play a USB Flash Memory with iTunes are playable on this device in the vehicle. Direct Device This audio system can select and audio unit.
Page 355 09/07/29 17:50:38 31TK4610_354 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) Some devices cannot be powered The specifications for compatible The specifications for compatible or charged via the USB adapter. If MP3 files are: AAC files are: this is the case, use the accessory Sampling frequency: Sampling frequency: 8/11.025/12/16/22.05/24/32/...
Page 356 09/07/29 17:50:46 31TK4610_355 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) In WMA or AAC format, DRM Connecting a USB Flash Memory (digital rights management) files Device cannot be played. If the system finds a DRM file, the audio unit displays USB CONNECTOR UNPLAYABLE FILE, and then skips to the next file.
Page 357 09/07/29 17:50:56 31TK4610_356 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) When the USB device is connected To move rapidly within a file, press To Select a File from Folder and File and the USB mode is selected on the and hold either side ( Lists audio system, the USB indicator is...
Page 358 09/07/29 17:51:11 31TK4610_357 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) To go back to the normal playing TRACK REPEAT display, press the AUDIO button. Pressing the CANCEL button goes REPEAT OFF ICON back to the previous screen and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio mode display.
Page 359 09/07/29 17:51:22 31TK4610_358 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface knob, select the Turn the interface dial, select the FOLDER REPEAT Track Repeat icon and press Folder Repeat icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 360 09/07/29 17:51:35 31TK4610_359 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) TRACK RANDOM Turn the interface dial, select the FOLDER RANDOM Track Random icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. RANDOM OFF ICON The tracks are played in random order.
Page 361 09/07/29 17:51:45 31TK4610_360 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial, select the Turn the interface dial, select TRACK SCAN Folder Random icon and press Track Scan icon and press ENTER ENTER on the interface selector. on the interface selector.
Page 362 09/07/29 17:51:58 31TK4610_361 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) FOLDER SCAN Turn the interface dial, select To Stop Playing a USB Flash Folder Scan icon and press Memory Device ENTER on the interface selector. To play the radio, press the AM/FM, button.
Page 363 09/07/29 17:52:04 31TK4610_362 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) USB Flash Memory Device Error Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory Messages Device You can disconnect the USB flash If you see an error message in the memory device at any time even if center display, see page the USB mode is selected on the audio system.
Page 364 09/07/29 17:52:09 31TK4610_363 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models with navigation system) If you see an error message in the Error Message Solution center display while playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If The system cannot read the file(s).
Page 365 09/07/29 17:52:16 31TK4610_364 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN CENTER DISPLAY TITLE BUTTON HDD/AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL CONTINUED...
Page 366 09/07/29 17:52:27 31TK4610_365 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) Your vehicle is equipped with a To Play Audio Files message and icon on the center Bluetooth Audio system, which display and the audio control display Bluetooth allows you to listen to streaming on the navigation screen (if selected), audio from your Audio...
Page 367 09/07/29 17:52:38 31TK4610_366 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) Once a device is linked, the name of In the following conditions, the Voice Control System the device will appear on the screen. display shows ‘‘NO CONNECT’’ You can select the AUX mode by Pressing the TITLE button switches message after pressing the TITLE using the voice control buttons, but...
Page 368 09/07/29 17:52:48 31TK4610_367 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to switch the To pause or resume a file To change sound settings setting between the resume/pause mode and the sound setup mode. Select Resume/Pause, then press ENTER to set your selection.
Page 369 09/07/29 17:53:00 31TK4610_368 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) Turn the dial to select a sound setup To turn off the Bluetooth Audio As required by the FCC: mode, then press ENTER to set your mode This device complies with Part 15 of the selection.
Page 370: Protecting Your Discs
09/07/29 17:53:12 31TK4610_369 Protecting Your Discs General Information On models with navigation system All models When using CD-R, CD-RW, Play only standard, round, 5-inch On models without navigation system When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, DVD-R or DVD-RW discs, use (12 cm) discs.
Page 371 09/07/29 17:53:24 31TK4610_370 Protecting Your Discs Protecting Discs Additional Information on When a disc is not being played, Recommended Discs store it in its case to protect it from The in-dash disc player has a dust and other contamination. To sophisticated and delicate prevent warpage, keep discs out of mechanism.
Page 372 09/07/29 17:53:39 31TK4610_371 Protecting Your Discs Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs Small, irregular shaped discs Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Damaged discs Poor quality discs Burrs Chipped/ Warped...
Page 373 09/07/29 17:53:51 31TK4610_372 Protecting Your Discs Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed with the following logo. Audio unit may not play the Fingerprints, scratches, etc. following formats. On models without navigation system CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions.
Page 374: Am/Fm Radio Reception
09/07/29 17:55:12 31TK4610_373 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 375 09/07/29 17:55:19 31TK4610_374 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 such as buildings and hills.
Page 376: Remote Audio Controls
09/07/29 17:55:30 31TK4610_375 Remote Audio Controls The MODE button changes the If you are playing a disc, the system MODE BUTTON mode. Pressing the button skips to the beginning of the next repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, track/file (file in MP3, WMA, or XM1, XM2, disc (if a disc is loaded), AAC format) each time you press HDD (on models with navigation...
Page 377 09/07/29 17:55:38 31TK4610_376 Remote Audio Controls, Auxiliary Input Jack If you are playing a USB flash Auxiliary Input Jack On models without navigation system memory device or iPod with the USB If you are playing a conventional CD adapter cable, press and release the (without the text data and not top ( ) of the CH button to skip compressed in MP3 or WMA), you...
Page 378: Radio Theft Protection
09/07/29 17:55:47 31TK4610_377 Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system may If you make a mistake entering the NOTE: disable itself if it is disconnected If you have a My Acura account, you code, do not start over; complete the from electrical power for any reason.
Page 379: Setting The Clock
09/07/29 17:55:58 31TK4610_378 Setting the Clock On models without navigation system On models without navigation system To set the time, press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink. Change the hours by pressing the H CLOCK BUTTON (hour) button until the numbers advance to the desired time.
Page 380 09/07/29 17:56:09 31TK4610_379 Setting the Clock On models without navigation system Adjusting the Clock with SETUP Button You can also adjust the clock and switch the clock display between 24- hours and 12-hours in the menu mode. To adjust the clock setting: Press and release the SETUP button.
Page 381 09/07/29 17:56:21 31TK4610_380 Setting the Clock While setting the clock, pressing the RETURN button will go back to the previous display. Pressing the SETUP button again will cancel this setting mode. MINUTE SETTING Turn the selector knob to change To set the time, turn the selector the setting between 12H and 24H.
Page 382 09/07/29 17:56:31 31TK4610_381 Setting the Clock, Security System Security System The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the audio unit.
Page 383: Security System
09/07/29 17:56:40 31TK4610_382 Security System Once the security system is set, With the system set, you can still The security system will not set if opening any door (without using the open the trunk with the remote the hood, trunk, or any door is not key or the remote transmitter/ transmitter/keyless access remote fully closed.
Page 384 09/07/29 17:56:52 31TK4610_383 Compass Compass Calibration On models without navigation system Compass Operation Compass operation can be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through tunnels, over railroad crossings, past large vehicles, or driving near large objects that can cause a magnetic disturbance.
Page 385 09/07/29 17:57:03 31TK4610_384 Compass Press the selector knob (ENTER). The compass display is blinking and the CAL indicator is shown. Drive the vehicle slowly in two complete circles. When the calibration is successfully completed, the CAL indicator goes off and the compass display will stop blinking and show an actual heading.
Page 386 09/07/29 17:57:15 31TK4610_385 Compass Compass Zone Selection In most areas, there is a variation between magnetic north and true north. Zone selection is required so the compass can compensate for this variation. To check and select the zone, do this: Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 387 09/07/29 17:57:19 31TK4610_386 Compass The audio system is not related to the compass system. Even if the Zone Map compass system is in the zone setting mode, the display returns to the normal display which you last selected.
Page 388: Cruise Control
09/07/29 17:57:29 31TK4610_387 Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Press and release the SET/ Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering without keeping your foot on the wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON...
Page 389 09/07/29 17:57:41 31TK4610_388 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 390 09/07/29 17:57:51 31TK4610_389 Cruise Control Canceling 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. system will remember the previously set cruising speed.
Page 391: Homelink Universal Transceiver
09/07/29 17:58:04 31TK4610_390 HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal garage door opener that lacks safety to test that the safety features are Transceiver built into your vehicle stop and reverse features. functioning properly. If you do not can be programmed to operate up to have this information, contact the three remote controlled devices Units manufactured between April 1,...
Page 392 09/07/29 17:58:22 31TK4610_391 HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1.
Page 393 09/07/29 17:58:27 31TK4610_392 HomeLink Universal Transceiver HomeLink is a registered As required by the FCC: trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc. 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...
Page 394 09/07/29 17:58:40 31TK4610_393 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) HandsFreeLink (HFL) Using HFL Bluetooth Voice Control Tips allows you to place and receive HFL Buttons phone calls using voice commands, MICROPHONE HFL TALK BUTTON without handling your cell phone. To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth- compatible cell phone.
Page 395 09/07/29 17:58:52 31TK4610_394 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) Press and release the HFL Talk Help Features Information Display button each time you want to To hear general HFL information, As an incoming call notification, you make a command. After the beep, including help on pairing a phone will see the following display: speak in a clear, natural tone.
Page 396 09/07/29 17:58:58 31TK4610_395 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ROAM STATUS SIGNAL STRENGTH BLUETOOTH INDICATOR You will see ‘‘HANDS FREE LINK’’ and the ‘‘ ’’ indicator on the audio display when you operate HFL.
Page 397 09/07/29 17:59:08 31TK4610_396 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) How to Use HFL The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. ‘‘Pair’’ Pair a phone to the system (See page 394) ‘‘Edit’’ Edit the name of a paired phone (See page 395) Delete a paired phone from the system (See page 395) ‘‘Delete’’...
Page 398 09/07/29 17:59:14 31TK4610_397 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ‘‘Redial’’ Redial the last number called (See page 397) ‘‘Transfer’’ Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL (See page 398) ‘‘Mute’’ Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call (See page 399) ‘‘Send’’...
Page 399 09/07/29 17:59:22 31TK4610_398 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each key ‘‘Security’’ cycle to access the system (See page 402) ‘‘Change Passcode’’ Change your security passcode (See page 403) ‘‘System Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call ‘‘Call Notification’’...
Page 400 09/07/29 17:59:35 31TK4610_399 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) To use HFL, you need to pair your Phone Setup To pair a cell phone: Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to This command group is available for Press and release the HFL Talk the system.
Page 401 09/07/29 17:59:50 31TK4610_400 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) To rename a paired phone: To delete a paired phone: To hear the names of all paired Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk phones: button before a command. button before a command.
Page 402 09/07/29 18:00:05 31TK4610_401 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) To hear which paired phone is To change from the currently linked To change the pairing code setting: Press and release the HFL Talk currently linked: phone to another paired phone: Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Page 403 09/07/29 18:00:21 31TK4610_402 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) Making a Call To make a call using a phone To make a call using a name in the You can make calls using any phone number: HFL phonebook: number or a name in the HFL Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk phonebook.
Page 404 09/07/29 18:00:30 31TK4610_403 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) Receiving a Call Transferring a Call Call Waiting When you receive a call, an incoming If your phone has Call Waiting, press You can transfer a call from HFL to call notification (if activated) will and release the HFL Talk button to your phone, or from your phone to play and interrupt the audio system...
Page 405 09/07/29 18:00:45 31TK4610_404 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) Muting a Call Send Numbers or Names During Phonebook You can mute your voice to the a Call You can store up to 50 names with person you are talking to during a HFL allows you to send numbers or their associated numbers in HFL.
Page 406 09/07/29 18:01:01 31TK4610_405 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) To store a phonebook entry: NOTE: To edit the number stored in a name: Press and release the HFL Talk Avoid using duplicate name Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. entries.
Page 407 09/07/29 18:01:18 31TK4610_406 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) To delete a name: To list all names in the phonebook: To store a specific phone number Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk from your cell phone directly to the button before a command.
Page 408 09/07/29 18:01:29 31TK4610_407 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) System Setup Once a passcode is set, you To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the NOTE: This command group allows you to will need to enter it to use HFL each HFL system for security purposes: change or customize HFL basic Press and release the HFL Talk...
Page 409 09/07/29 18:01:48 31TK4610_408 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) To change your security passcode: To select either a ring tone or a To activate or deactivate the auto Press and release the HFL Talk prompt as the incoming call transfer function: button before a command.
Page 410 09/07/29 18:02:05 31TK4610_409 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) Quick Language Selection Change Language To clear the system: This operation clears the passcodes, Canadian models only Canadian models only paired phones, and all names in the To quickly change the language: To change the system language HFL phonebook.
Page 411 FCC rules. Operation is subject to the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of playing. Audio will resume when the following two conditions: (1) This device such marks by Honda Motor Co., call is ended. may not cause harmful interference, and Ltd. is under license. Other...
Page 412 09/07/29 18:02:28 31TK4610_411 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) HandsFreeLink (HFL) Using HFL Bluetooth allows you to place and receive Interface Dial phone calls using either the navigation system controls or voice CANCEL INFO BUTTON BUTTON commands without the distraction of handling your cell phone.
Page 413 09/07/29 18:02:44 31TK4610_412 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Try to reduce all background HFL Buttons Voice Control Tips noise. If the microphone picks up MICROPHONE voices other than yours, PICK-UP BUTTON HANG-UP BUTTON commands may be misinterpreted. To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls.
Page 414 09/07/29 18:02:52 31TK4610_413 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Some phones may send battery, HFL Display CALLER NAME BATTERY LEVEL As an incoming call notification, you signal strength, and roaming status PHONE DIALING STATUS will see the following display: information to HFL. SIGNAL STRENGTH BLUETOOTH INDICATOR ROAM STATUS...
Page 415 09/07/29 18:02:58 31TK4610_414 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) How to Use HFL The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON (see page 178). Pair your phone to the system. Pair Phone Cellular Setup Phone Set a ‘‘fixed’’ or ‘‘random’’ pass-key code for phone pairing. Bluetooth Pass-Key Phone...
Page 416 09/07/29 18:03:04 31TK4610_415 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Import Import your entire cell phone’s phonebook data to the system. Cellular Cellular Phonebook Phone Create a voice tag for a speed dial number. Store Voice Tag Delete a voice tag for a speed dial number. Delete Voice Tag Edit Phone setup...
Page 417 09/07/29 18:03:12 31TK4610_416 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Enter a phone number to dial. Dial Dial Dial Send numbers or names during a call. Mute Mute your voice during a call. Cellular Phone Transfer Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL. Display the paired phone’s previously imported phonebook (or import a new one).
Page 418 09/07/29 18:03:22 31TK4610_417 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) To use HFL, you need to pair your Cellular Phone Phone Setup Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to This menu group is for phone pairing, the system. and user, phonebook, and speed dial editing.
Page 419 09/07/29 18:03:38 31TK4610_418 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Setup Bluetooth Phone To pair a cell phone: Example U.S. model is shown. Select ‘‘Setup Bluetooth Phone’’ Put your cell phone in ‘‘Discovery’’ On U.S. models from the Phone Setup screen. or ‘‘Search’’...
Page 420 09/07/29 18:03:52 31TK4610_419 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Phone pairing tips To change the pass-key setting: You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is moving. Example Up to six phones can be paired. Your phone’s battery may drain faster when it is paired to HFL.
Page 421 09/07/29 18:04:09 31TK4610_420 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) To delete a paired phone: Search for Next Connected Phone Edit User To change from the currently linked You can name up to six HFL users. TRASH ICON phone to another paired phone, Each can be PIN protected, and have select ‘‘Search for next phone’’...
Page 422 09/07/29 18:04:24 31TK4610_421 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) If you select ‘‘DO NOT USE PIN,’’ To name a user: To create a PIN for each user: When you set a PIN for a user, you before entering any number, the will be asked to enter the PIN every user will not have a PIN.
Page 423 09/07/29 18:04:40 31TK4610_422 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Up to three category icons appear Import Cellular Phonebook Edit Speed Dial next to the phonebook entries . (available on some phones) The entire phonebook data (1,000 entries) of the cell phone that is Preference linked to HFL can be imported to the system.
Page 424 09/07/29 18:04:51 31TK4610_423 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) When a voice tag is stored for the To store a speed dial number: Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the entry, you can dial the number by Phone Setup screen. saying ‘‘Call’’ and the voice tag name. Select ‘‘Store Speed-dial.’’...
Page 425 09/07/29 18:05:05 31TK4610_424 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) To add a voice tag to a stored speed dial To delete a voice tag: Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the number: Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen. Phone Setup screen.
Page 426 09/07/29 18:05:16 31TK4610_425 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Making a Call To delete a speed dial number: Delete Imported Phonebook Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the This option deletes the entire You can make calls by inputting any Phone Setup screen. phonebook of the currently linked phone number, using the imported cell phone.
Page 427 09/07/29 18:05:27 31TK4610_426 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Push ENTER to begin automatic To make a call using a phone number: To make a call using a name in the dialing. Phone Book: Push the selector down to select SEARCH PHONEBOOK.
Page 428 09/07/29 18:05:40 31TK4610_427 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) To make a call using Call History: To make a call using Speed Dial: To make a call using More Speed Dial: Select ‘‘More Speed Dial’’ on the HISTORY LIST SPEED DIAL PHONE ICON Cellular Phone screen.
Page 429 09/07/29 18:05:51 31TK4610_428 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) Receiving a Call During a Call Allows you to transfer a Transfer When you receive a call, a call from HFL to your phone, or notification appears on the screen Example from your phone to HFL.
Page 430 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of authority to operate the equipment. such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is under license. Other This device complies with Industry trademarks and trade names are Canada Standard RSS-210.
Page 431 09/07/29 18:06:14 31TK4610_430 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Interface Dial The selector can be pushed left, On models with navigation system AcuraLink enhances your Most AcuraLink functions are right, up, down, and in. Use the ownership experience by providing a controlled by the interface dial. The selector to scroll through lists, to direct communication link between interface dial has two parts, a dial...
Page 432 09/07/29 18:06:26 31TK4610_431 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Reading Messages To view previously read messages: If you have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the lower left hand part of the navigation screen. A list of all messages will be shown. New messages will be at the top.
Page 433 09/07/29 18:06:38 31TK4610_432 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Unread messages have a closed Message Options envelope icon next to them. The icon disappears when it has already been read. Only Diagnostic Info NOTE: messages appear on the navigation screen while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page After purchasing your vehicle,...
Page 434 09/07/29 18:06:47 31TK4610_433 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Delete Select this option to delete Find Nearest Dealer Select this Diagnostic Info Select this the current message. option to find the nearest Acura option to get more information about dealer using the navigation system. the current diagnostic message.
Page 435 09/07/29 18:07:02 31TK4610_434 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) To delete all messages: Use the interface dial to scroll to Deleting Messages Diagnostic info and recall/ the AcuraLink/Messages option, NOTE: campaign messages can only be The Delete All Messages and select it by pressing ENTER NOTE: deleted by your dealer.
Page 436 09/07/29 18:07:13 31TK4610_435 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Message Categories Quick Tips Feature Guide There are six message categories in AcuraLink: Quick Tips, Feature Guide, Maintenance Minder, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info, and Scheduled Dealer Appointment. The system can store up to 255 messages.
Page 437 09/07/29 18:08:42 31TK4610_436 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Maintenance Minder You can use the following message Automated Appointment options: You can make an appointment with your dealer through the AcuraLink Make an appointment with your when you receive a maintenance dealer. minder message.
Page 438 09/07/29 18:08:50 31TK4610_437 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) The system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you an appropriate appointment date and time on the navigation screen. If you accept this appointment, select ‘‘Confirm Appointment,’’ then press ENTER. When you see the maintenance Select the received message, then minder message on the multi-...
Page 439 09/07/29 18:09:01 31TK4610_438 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Scheduled Dealer Appointment You will see the screen to reschedule as shown. To make an appointment, To reschedule the appointment: select ‘‘Reschedule Appointment,’’ then press ENTER. The confirmation message will be displayed on the screen. Make sure to confirm the appointment date, Press the INFO button to go to the time and dealer.
Page 440 09/07/29 18:10:27 31TK4610_439 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) To cancel the appointment: Select ‘‘Messages’’ on the The system will request you to The system will automatically information screen, then press confirm the cancel on the navigation connect to the Acura server, then ENTER.
Page 441 09/07/29 18:10:35 31TK4610_440 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) If you select the cancel appointment, Using automated appointment, your Recall/Campaigns you cannot try to reschedule the registered dealer through My Acura appointment. If you want to change is automatically selected. If you want or reschedule the appointment date, to select another dealer, such as in call your dealer directly with HFL.
Page 442 09/07/29 18:10:45 31TK4610_441 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) For this reason, it is important that Diagnostic Info we retain your current phone When an indicator comes on or a number. Please update your message is displayed on the Multi- information using My Acura at Information Display (MID), AcuraLink can provide information www.owners.acura.com.
Page 443 09/07/29 18:10:57 31TK4610_442 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) If you want the information now, Reminder Message select the Check Now option. (If the navigation screen is not active, you must select OK from the navigation disclaimer screen before you can check the information.) Depending on the severity of the problem, the message will let you know if you should see your dealer...
Page 444 09/07/29 18:11:06 31TK4610_443 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) Turning the Automated Appointment To access the following functions, AcuraLink/Message Screen preference off will disable press the SETUP option, push the appointment notifications in the interface selector to the right to vehicle based on appointments select Other, then rotate the created or changed at My Acura’s interface dial to select AcuraLink/...
Page 445 09/07/29 18:11:15 31TK4610_444 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) New Message Notification Phone-Data Connection Select Select ON if you want to be notified this option to begin the process of new messages (envelope icon required to connect to Acura. This is appears on the navigation screen). used to access the most recent Select OFF if you do not want to be diagnostic information when a...
Page 446 09/07/29 18:11:21 31TK4610_445 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) To find more information on Connect to the Acura Server As required by the FCC: compatible and enabled The default setting is prompt. When Bluetooth This device complies with Part 15 of the cell phones, visit a diagnostic info message appears, FCC rules.
Page 447: Rearview Camera And Monitor
09/07/29 18:11:30 31TK4610_446 Rearview Camera and Monitor For the best picture, always keep the On models with navigation system rearview camera clean, and do not cover the camera lens. To avoid scratching the lens when you clean it, use a moist, soft cloth. Since the rearview camera display area is limited, you should always back up slowly and carefully, and...
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Page 449: Before Driving
09/07/29 18:12:15 31TK4610_448 Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......444 vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....444 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..445 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 450: Break-In Period
09/07/29 18:12:28 31TK4610_449 Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation We recommend using quality Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate gasolines containing detergent reliability and performance by paying on premium unleaded gasoline with a additives that help prevent fuel extra attention to how you drive pump octane of 91 or higher.
Page 451: Service Station Procedures
09/07/29 18:12:39 31TK4610_450 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 Push operate on oxygenated gasoline and explosive. You can be containing up to 10% ethanol by burned or seriously injured volume and up to 15% MTBE by when handling fuel.
Page 452: Tighten Fuel Cap Message
09/07/29 18:12:50 31TK4610_451 Service Station Procedures leaves some room in the fuel tank Tighten Fuel Cap Message FUEL FILL CAP for the fuel to expand with temperature changes. even If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system.
Page 453: Opening And Closing The Hood
09/07/29 18:13:00 31TK4610_452 Service Station Procedure Turn the engine off, and confirm the If the system still detects a leak in Opening and Closing the Hood fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen your vehicle’s evaporative emissions it, then retighten it until it clicks at system, the malfunction indicator HOOD RELEASE HANDLE least once.
Page 454: Oil Check
09/07/29 18:13:13 31TK4610_453 Service Station Procedures Oil Check LATCH DIPSTICK Put your fingers between the front Lift the hood up most of the way. Park the vehicle on a level surface. edge of the hood and the front The hydraulic supports will lift it grille to locate the hood latch up the rest of the way and hold it Wait a few minutes after turning the...
Page 455: Engine Coolant Check
09/07/29 18:14:08 31TK4610_454 Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check To access the radiator reserve tank, remove the right-side engine compartment cover (see page RESERVE TANK See page for the engine coolant location. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance on page for information Checks UPPER MARK about checking other items on your...
Page 456: Fuel Economy
09/07/29 18:14:19 31TK4610_455 Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. City MPG Highway MPG Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in all environments.
Page 457 09/07/29 18:14:37 31TK4610_456 Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity Drive Efficiently The following factors can lower your motor oil, displaying the API Drive moderately Rapid vehicle’s fuel economy: Certification Seal (see page acceleration, abrupt cornering, Aggressive driving (hard and hard braking increase fuel acceleration and braking) consumption.
Page 458 09/07/29 18:15:32 31TK4610_457 Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air Checking Your Fuel Economy conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Miles Gallons Miles per of fuel driven...
Page 459: Accessories And Modifications
09/07/29 18:15:44 31TK4610_458 Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory: some non-Acura accessories, can Make sure the accessory does not make your vehicle unsafe. Before obscure any lights, or interfere Improper accessories or you make any modifications or add with proper vehicle operation or modifications can affect your performance.
Page 460 09/07/29 18:15:54 31TK4610_459 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 461: Carrying Cargo
09/07/29 18:16:06 31TK4610_460 Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DOOR POCKETS CENTER POCKET Glove box Door and seat-back pockets GLOVE BOX Center and side pockets Console compartment Trunk 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 462 09/07/29 18:16:19 31TK4610_461 Carrying Cargo The resulting figure equals the Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle available amount of cargo and is 850 lbs (385 kg). luggage load capacity. For Overloading or improper example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount loading can affect handling and equals 1,400 lbs.
Page 463 09/07/29 18:17:19 31TK4610_462 Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must Example 1 not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 464 09/07/29 18:17:30 31TK4610_463 Carrying Cargo Be sure items placed on the floor Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Cargo Hook Buttons behind the front seats cannot roll Distribute cargo evenly on the underneath and interfere with the floor of the trunk, placing the CARGO HOOK BUTTON proper operation of the seats, the heaviest items on the bottom and...
Page 465 09/07/29 18:17:35 31TK4610_464 Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......460 starting the engine under various Starting the Engine conditions, and how to operate the (Models without Keyless manual and automatic transmissions. Access System) ..... .
Page 466: Preparing To Drive
09/07/29 18:17:46 31TK4610_465 Preparing to Drive You should do these checks and Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check adjustments before you drive your page the gauges and indicators in the vehicle: instrument panel, and the Check the adjustment of the messages on the multi-information Make sure all windows, mirrors,...
Page 467: Starting The Engine (Models Without Keyless Access System)
09/07/29 18:17:58 31TK4610_466 Starting the Engine (Models without Keyless Access System) Your vehicle’s starting system has an seconds until the engine starts. auto control mode. When you turn the ignition switch to the START If you hold the ignition switch in The engine is harder to start in cold (III) position, this feature keeps the the START (III) position for more...
Page 468 09/07/29 18:18:04 31TK4610_467 Starting the Engine (Models without Keyless Access System) Check Starting System Message If this message is on, the ignition switch has to be held in the START (III) position manually until the engine starts. The ignition switch can be held in that position up to 15 seconds.
Page 469: Starting The Engine (Models With Keyless Access System)
09/07/29 18:18:19 31TK4610_468 Starting the Engine (Models with Keyless Access System) Your vehicle’s starting system has an In either of the following cases, you about 10 to 25 seconds until the auto control mode. When you have should insert the keyless access engine starts.
Page 470 09/07/29 18:21:03 31TK4610_469 Starting the Engine (Models with Keyless Access System) Check Starting System Message If this message is on, you should Emergency Engine Start press and hold the engine start/stop If you cannot start the engine using button until the engine starts. The the normal engine start procedure, engine start/stop button can be do the following:...
Page 471: Manual Transmission
09/07/29 18:21:12 31TK4610_470 Manual Transmission When shifting up or down, make When slowing down, you can get sure you push the clutch pedal down extra braking from the engine by all the way, shift to the next gear, shifting to a lower gear. This extra and let the pedal up gradually.
Page 472 09/07/29 18:21:20 31TK4610_471 Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly. This will give you good speed will enter into the tachometer’s fuel economy and effective red zone.
Page 473 09/07/29 18:21:30 31TK4610_472 Manual Transmission If you are still unable to shift to Reverse Lockout The manual transmission has a reverse, apply the parking brake, lockout so you cannot accidentally and select the ACCESSORY or shift from any forward gear to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode reverse while the vehicle is moving (see page...
Page 474: Automatic Transmission
09/07/29 18:21:40 31TK4610_473 Automatic Transmission Models equipped with the Shift Lever Position Indicators keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’...
Page 475 09/07/29 18:21:50 31TK4610_474 Automatic Transmission Shifting Models equipped with the To shift from: Do this: keyless access system have an Press the brake pedal and engine start/stop button instead P to R press the shift lever release of an ignition switch. VEHICLE button.
Page 476 09/07/29 18:21:59 31TK4610_475 Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and Reverse (R) Press the brake Drive (D) Use this position for still cannot move the lever out of pedal and the release button on the your normal driving. The Park, see Shift Lock Release front of the shift lever to shift from...
Page 477 09/07/29 18:22:10 31TK4610_476 Automatic Transmission S Position (S) To shift into the S Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release position, press the release button on If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift the front of the shift lever, and move for the gear you are in, the engine lever out of Park if the normal the lever to S.
Page 478 09/07/29 18:22:20 31TK4610_477 Automatic Transmission Remove the key or built-in key SHIFT LOCK from the shift lock release slot, RELEASE SLOT then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the rear side. Press the brake pedal, and restart the engine.
Page 479: Driving With The Paddle Shifters
09/07/29 18:22:30 31TK4610_478 Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) Using the Paddle Shifters in the Downshifting with the paddle shifter D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) allows you to increase the engine When you are driving in the D braking when going down steep or position, you can shift the long hills, and provides more power...
Page 480 09/07/29 18:22:43 31TK4610_479 Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) The transmission control system Each time you pull either paddle You upshift before the engine monitors the accelerator pedal use shifter, the transmission shifts one speed reaches the lowest and your driving conditions.
Page 481 09/07/29 18:22:52 31TK4610_480 Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) Using the Paddle Shifters in the S When you accelerate from a stop, GEAR POSITION INDICATOR position (Sequential Shift Mode) the transmission starts in first gear, With the shift lever in the S position, and you must manually upshift you can manually shift up or down between first and fifth gears.
Page 482 09/07/29 18:23:04 31TK4610_481 Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) The transmission remains in the Downshifting with the paddle shifter The automatic transmission will not selected gear (5, 4, 3, 2, or 1). There allows you to increase the engine allow you to shift up or down if: is no automatic downshift when you braking when going down steep or...
Page 483 09/07/29 18:23:12 31TK4610_482 Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only) Starting in Second Gear Recommended Shift Points When you are in sequential shift Drive in the highest gear that lets mode, and the vehicle is stopped, the engine run and accelerate pull the (right) paddle shifter to smoothly.
Page 484: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (Sh-Awd ) System
09/07/29 18:23:21 31TK4610_483 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ) System SH-AWD Torque Distribution Each torque indicator is displayed as If equipped The super handling-all wheel drive Monitor a bar graph divided into 5 segments. (SH-AWD) system is a full time all- The number of segments represents TORQUE INDICATOR wheel-drive system that...
Page 485 09/07/29 18:23:30 31TK4610_484 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ) System If this happens, pull to the side of the Your vehicle still has normal front- road when it is safe, park the vehicle wheel drive with vehicle stability and shift to Park (automatic), and let assist (VSA), but does not have the the engine idle until the indicator advantages of SH-AWD.
Page 486: Parking
09/07/29 18:23:42 31TK4610_485 Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing downhill, you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the turn the front wheels toward the the parking brake is set firmly, or windows are closed.
Page 487: Braking System
09/07/29 18:23:53 31TK4610_486 Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Brake Pad Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds All four brakes have audible brake assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- wear indicators.
Page 488: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
09/07/29 18:24:03 31TK4610_487 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the wheels from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise. This is If this indicator comes on, the anti- steering control by pumping the normal: it is the ABS rapidly...
Page 489 09/07/29 18:24:12 31TK4610_488 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a system indicator come on together, on loose or ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop and the parking brake is fully uneven surfaces, such as gravel or distance it takes to stop the...
Page 490: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa ), Aka Electronic Stability Control (Esc), System
09/07/29 18:24:26 31TK4610_489 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) have the VSA system inspected by VSA Off Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle your dealer. during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA is off, the VSA off more or less than desired.
Page 491 09/07/29 18:24:36 31TK4610_490 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System If the low tire pressure/TPMS VSA OFF Switch On models with SH-AWD If there is a problem with the hill indicator comes on (see page start assist system, the VSA system or the multi-information display VSA OFF SWITCH indicator comes on and stays on.
Page 492: Hill Start Assist
09/07/29 18:24:46 31TK4610_491 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System VSA is turned on every time you VSA and Tire Sizes Hill Start Assist start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel On models with SH-AWD off the last time you drove the sizes may cause the VSA to...
Page 493 09/07/29 18:24:54 31TK4610_492 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System On manual transmission models: Hill start assist may not prevent your If the VSA system indicator comes You must come to a complete stop, vehicle from rolling downhill on a on with a ‘‘CHECK HILL START press the clutch pedal, and shift to very steep or slippery slope, and will...
Page 494: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
09/07/29 18:25:05 31TK4610_493 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire If you think you can safely drive a Low Tire Pressure/ pressure monitoring system (TPMS) short distance to a service station, TPMS Indicator that turns on every time you start the When the low tire pressure/TPMS proceed slowly to the station, then engine and monitors the pressure in...
Page 495 09/07/29 18:25:17 31TK4610_494 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) For example, if you check and fill Although your tire pressure is Tire Pressure Monitor your tires in a warm area, then drive monitored, you must manually check in extremely cold weather, the tire the tire pressures monthly.
Page 496 09/07/29 18:25:27 31TK4610_495 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) U.S. model Canadian model Canadian model Each tire pressure is shown in PSI Each tire has its own pressure If any of the tires has low pressure, (U.S. models) or in kPa (Canadian sensor.
Page 497 09/07/29 18:25:37 31TK4610_496 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If the low tire pressure/TPMS TPMS System Failure indicator comes on, or the multi- information display shows a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message, the VSA system automatically turns on even when the VSA system is turned off by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see page ).
Page 498 09/07/29 18:25:46 31TK4610_497 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This indicator and the warning Never use a puncture-repairing agent Changing a Tire with TPMS If you have a flat tire, the low tire message on the multi-information in a flat tire. If used, you will have to pressure/TPMS indicator and tire display will go off, after several miles replace the tire pressure sensor.
Page 499: Towing A Trailer
09/07/29 18:25:53 31TK4610_498 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Towing a Trailer, Towing Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle As required by the FCC: Your vehicle is not designed to tow a Your vehicle is not designed to be This device complies with Part 15 of the trailer.
Page 500 09/07/29 18:25:55 31TK4610_499...
Page 501 09/07/29 18:26:01 31TK4610_500 Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 496 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 497 maintained and how to follow basic Fluid Locations ....... 507 maintenance safety precautions. Engine Compartment Covers ..
Page 502: Maintenance Safety
09/07/29 18:26:15 31TK4610_501 Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or other qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can Important Safety Precautions...
Page 503: Maintenance Minder
09/07/29 18:26:24 31TK4610_502 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Indicator Models equipped with the and maintenance service items on keyless access system have an REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE the multi-information display to show engine start/stop button instead you when you should have your of an ignition switch.
Page 504 09/07/29 18:26:35 31TK4610_503 Maintenance Minder The remaining engine oil life is Pressing either INFO button ( / ) shown on the multi-information switches the display from the display according to this table: MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM CODE(S) message to another display. Once you switch the display, this message Calculated Engine Displayed...
Page 505 09/07/29 18:26:43 31TK4610_504 Maintenance Minder This message reminds you that your vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance. REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM(S) SUB ITEM(S) MAIN ITEM CODE SUB ITEM CODE(S) Press the SEL/RESET button on the When the remaining oil life is 5 to 1 steering wheel repeatedly to select percent, the multi-information...
Page 506 09/07/29 18:26:50 31TK4610_505 Maintenance Minder Pressing either INFO button ( / ) switches the display from the message to another display. Once you switch the display, this message will go off. Press the SEL/RESET button on the If the indicated maintenance service steering wheel repeatedly to select is not done and the remaining engine the engine oil life.
Page 507 09/07/29 18:27:00 31TK4610_506 Maintenance Minder These messages will come on every time you turn the ignition switch to TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE the ON (II) position. TRAVELED U.S. Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch.
Page 508 09/07/29 18:27:10 31TK4610_507 Maintenance Minder This message is displayed again Maintenance Main Items and Sub when you drive over 10 miles (for Items TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian U.S. TRAVELED models) after seeing the 0% message. Immediately have the service MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE...
Page 509 09/07/29 18:27:20 31TK4610_508 Maintenance Minder Resetting the Engine Oil Life Turn the ignition switch to the Display ON (II) position. Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required If the engine oil life is not maintenance service. You will see displayed, press the SEL/RESET ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’...
Page 510 09/07/29 18:27:28 31TK4610_509 Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance Your authorized dealer knows your U.S. Vehicles: Precautions vehicle best and can provide Maintenance, replacement, or If you have the required service competent, efficient service. repair of emissions control done but do not reset the display, or However, service at a dealer is not devices and systems may be done reset the display without doing the...
Page 511 09/07/29 18:27:37 31TK4610_510 Maintenance Minder Owner’s Maintenance Checks Engine oil level Check every Lights Check the operation of You should check the following time you fill the fuel tank. See the headlights, parking lights, items at the specified intervals. If page taillights, high-mount brake light, you are unsure of how to perform...
Page 512 09/07/29 18:27:48 31TK4610_511 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 Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every Check parking brake adjustment 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 513: Fluid Locations
09/07/29 18:27:54 31TK4610_512 Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID WASHER FLUID (Black cap) (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP RADIATOR CAP : Located under the cover...
Page 514: Engine Compartment Covers
09/07/29 18:28:03 31TK4610_513 Engine Compartment Covers The component parts in the engine RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT LEFT ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER compartment are protected by COVER several covers. You may need to remove the covers when you perform some simple maintenance work. To remove the covers: Remove the right and left engine compartment covers by sliding...
Page 515: Adding Engine Oil
09/07/29 18:28:13 31TK4610_514 Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil Acura Motor Oil is the preferred Oil is a major contributor to your 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Acura Motor Oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection.
Page 516: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
09/07/29 18:28:24 31TK4610_515 Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter The oil viscosity or weight is Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter round protection of your vehicle to...
Page 517 09/07/29 18:28:38 31TK4610_516 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Install a new oil filter according to DRAIN BOLT WASHER the instructions that come with it. Make sure to clean off any dirt and dust on the contacting surface of a new oil filter. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt.
Page 518: Engine Coolant
09/07/29 18:28:50 31TK4610_517 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Always use Honda Long-life Anti- Adding Engine Coolant Start the engine. The oil pressure freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant RESERVE TANK indicator should go out within 5 is pre-mixed with 50 percent seconds.
Page 519 09/07/29 18:29:03 31TK4610_518 Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is completely The coolant level should be up to empty, you should also check the the base of the filler neck. Add coolant level in the radiator. coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any.
Page 520: Windshield Washers
09/07/29 18:29:13 31TK4610_519 Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the On Canadian models windshield washer reservoir at least If the washer fluid is low, a ‘‘LOW monthly during normal use. WASHER FLUID’’ message appears Do not use engine antif reeze or a on the multi-information display.
Page 521: Transmission Fluid
09/07/29 18:29:24 31TK4610_520 Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. Park the vehicle on level ground. Start the engine, let it run until the radiator fan comes on, then shut off the engine. For accurate UPPER MARK results, wait about 60 seconds (but LOWER MARK...
Page 522 09/07/29 18:29:34 31TK4610_521 Transmission Fluid If the level is below the lower Insert the dipstick all the way back mark, add fluid into the filler hole into the transmission securely as to bring it to the level between the shown in the illustration. Use only Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic upper and lower marks.
Page 523: Manual Transmission
09/07/29 18:29:46 31TK4610_522 Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission CHECK BOLT FILLER BOLT WASHER Check the fluid level with the Remove the check bolt and look for Pour the fluid into the filler hole transmission at normal operating transmission fluid coming out of the slowly and carefully so you do not temperature and the vehicle sitting bolt hole.
Page 524: Rear Differential Fluid
09/07/29 18:29:58 31TK4610_523 Transmission Fluid, Rear Differential Fluid, Transfer Assembly Fluid Reinstall the under cover, tighten the Rear Differential Fluid Transfer Assembly Fluid mounting bolt securely, then put the On SH-AWD models On SH-AWD models holding clips back in place. Make The rear differential should be The transfer assembly fluid should sure the under cover is installed...
Page 525: Brake And Clutch Fluid
09/07/29 18:30:10 31TK4610_524 Brake and Clutch Fluid Check the fluid level in the Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid reservoirs monthly. There are up to Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not two reservoirs, depending on the available, you should use only DOT 3 model.
Page 526: Timing Belt
09/07/29 18:30:20 31TK4610_525 Brake and Clutch Fluid, Timing Belt Clutch Fluid Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced Manual Transmission only according to the maintenance minder (see page Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km (Canada) if you regularly drive your vehicle in any of the following conditions:...
Page 527: Lights
09/07/29 18:30:32 31TK4610_526 Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a High Beam The headlights were properly aimed Headlight/Daytime Running when your vehicle was new. If you Light Bulb regularly carry heavy items in the Your vehicle has halogen high beam trunk, readjustment may be required. headlight bulbs which are also used Adjustments should be done by your for the daytime running light.
Page 528 09/07/29 18:30:47 31TK4610_527 Lights Push the electrical connector back RESERVE TANK BULB onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. (Driver’s side) Install the upper part of the air intake duct securely.
Page 529 09/07/29 18:30:56 31TK4610_528 Lights Replacing the Front Side Marker HOLDING CLIP BOLTS Light Bulb Start the engine. If you are replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn the steering wheel all the way to HOLDING the right. If you are replacing a CLIP passenger’s side bulb, turn the steering wheel to the left.
Page 530 09/07/29 18:31:06 31TK4610_529 Lights Install the new bulb in the socket Replacing a Front Turn Signal/ BULB SOCKET by pushing it straight in the socket Parking Light Bulb until it bottoms. Start the engine. If you are Insert the socket into the replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn headlight assembly.
Page 531 09/07/29 18:31:17 31TK4610_530 Lights BOLTS COVER HOLDING CLIP BULB SOCKET HOLDING CLIP SPOILER Use a flat-tip screwdriver to Use a wrench to remove the Remove the socket from the light remove the three holding clips mounting bolts, and remove the assembly by turning it one-quarter from the inner fender.
Page 532 09/07/29 18:31:27 31TK4610_531 Lights Install the new bulb in the socket. Start the engine. If you are Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Your vehicle uses halogen light replacing a driver’s side bulb, turn bulbs.
Page 533 09/07/29 18:31:38 31TK4610_532 Lights BOLTS BULB COVER HOLDING CLIP HOLDING CLIP SPOILER CONNECTOR Use a flat-tip screwdriver to Use a wrench to remove the Remove the electrical connector remove the three holding clips mounting bolts, and remove the from the bulb by pushing on the from the inner fender.
Page 534 09/07/29 18:31:49 31TK4610_533 Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing Rear Bulbs and turn it one-quarter turn SCREW clockwise to lock it in place. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way. Turn on the fog lights to test the new bulb.
Page 535 09/07/29 18:32:00 31TK4610_534 Lights Push a new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms, and reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Reinstall the trunk lining.
Page 536: Cleaning The Seat Belts
09/07/29 18:32:10 31TK4610_535 Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts Side Turn Signal Lights Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of Each outside mirror has side turn the seat belt anchors can cause the signal lights. The lights should be OPENING belts to retract slowly.
Page 537: Floor Mats
09/07/29 18:32:19 31TK4610_536 Floor Mats Make sure the rear floor mats are DRIVER’S SIDE FLOOR MAT REAR PASSENGER’S FLOOR MAT also properly hooked. If not, the floor FLOOR MAT ANCHORS FLOOR MAT ANCHOR mat will interfere with the seat operation and make the front Unlock passenger’s weight sensors ineffective.
Page 538: Dust And Pollen Filter
09/07/29 18:32:29 31TK4610_537 Dust and Pollen Filter, Exterior Care, Wiper Blades Dust and Pollen Filter Exterior Care Wiper Blades This filter removes the dust and Check the condition of the wiper pollen that is brought in from the blades at least every 6 months. outside through the climate control Replace them if you find signs of system.
Page 539 09/07/29 18:32:41 31TK4610_538 Wiper Blades BLADE BLADE REINFORCEMENT LOCK TAB Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from its holder Slide the new wiper blade into the from the wiper arm by pushing in by grabbing the tabbed end of the holder until the tabs lock.
Page 540: Tires
09/07/29 18:32:50 31TK4610_539 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Tire Types However, these tires are not suitable tires must be the proper type and for driving on snow or ice, so all- All models except SH-AWD model with size, in good condition with adequate season or winter tires must be high performance tires and SH-AWD tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 541 09/07/29 18:33:02 31TK4610_540 Tires Inflation Guidelines Even though your vehicle is If you check air pressure when the Keeping the tires properly inflated equipped with TPMS, we tires are hot [driven for several miles provides the best combination of recommend that you visually check (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 your tires every day.
Page 542 09/07/29 18:33:19 31TK4610_541 Tires Recommended Tire Pressures The compact spare tire pressure is: SH-AWD and SH-AWD TECH models The following chart shows the Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) recommended cold tire pressures for Normal Driving most normal driving conditions.
Page 543 09/07/29 18:33:33 31TK4610_542 Tires High Speed Driving Tire Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS We strongly recommend that you do Every time you check inflation, you not drive faster than the posted should also examine the tires for speed limits and conditions allow. If damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Page 544 09/07/29 18:33:42 31TK4610_543 Tires Tire Service Life The last four digits of the TIN (tire Tire Maintenance The service life of your tires is identification number) are found on In addition to proper inflation, dependent on many factors, the sidewall of the tire and indicate correct wheel alignment helps to including, but not limited to, driving the date of manufacture (See...
Page 545 09/07/29 18:33:55 31TK4610_544 Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels It is best to replace all four tires at Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible Front Front the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front rating, and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 546 09/07/29 18:34:10 31TK4610_545 Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications See page for DOT tire quality Wheels: grading information, and page for tire size information. Installing improper tires on your On 2WD Models vehicle can affect handling and 17 x 8.0J (TPMS) stability.
Page 547 09/07/29 18:34:22 31TK4610_546 Tires Premium Cobra Cable Chain Snow Tires If you mount snow tires on your 1042P with accessory vehicle, make sure they are radial adjusters Using the wrong chains, or not tires of the same size and load range properly installing chains, can as original tires.
Page 548: Checking The Battery
09/07/29 18:34:31 31TK4610_547 Tires, Checking the Battery Wheels Checking the Battery Clean the wheels as you would the TEST INDICATOR WINDOW rest of the exterior. Wash them with Traction devices that are the wrong the same solution, and rinse them size or improperly installed can thoroughly.
Page 549 09/07/29 18:34:41 31TK4610_548 Checking the Battery To see the battery label, remove the If you need to connect the battery to On models without navigation system left side engine compartment cover a charger, disconnect both cables to If your vehicle’s battery is (see page prevent damaging your vehicle’s disconnected, or goes dead, the time...
Page 550: Vehicle Storage
09/07/29 18:34:54 31TK4610_549 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 551 09/07/29 18:34:58 31TK4610_550 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... . 546 common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... 547 experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start .....
Page 552: Compact Spare Tire
09/07/29 18:35:09 31TK4610_551 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 553: Changing A Flat Tire
09/07/29 18:35:19 31TK4610_552 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level, and pull over safely. Drive slowly along non-slippery ground. Put the the shoulder until you get to an area transmission in Park (automatic) far away from traffic lanes.
Page 554 09/07/29 18:35:29 31TK4610_553 Changing a Flat Tire JACK WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION JACKING POINT Take the tool case out of the spare Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking tire. with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to change.
Page 555 09/07/29 18:35:37 31TK4610_554 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION BRAKE HUB WHEEL NUT WRENCH Use the extension and the wheel Remove the wheel nuts, then Before mounting the spare tire, nut wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire. Handle the wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel nuts carefully;...
Page 556 09/07/29 18:35:45 31TK4610_555 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the vehicle to the ground, Tighten the wheel nuts securely in wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have then tighten them in a crisscross the wheel nut torque checked at pattern with the wheel nut wrench...
Page 557 09/07/29 18:35:59 31TK4610_556 Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tools in the tool SPACER CONE kit case. Place the tool kit case in WING BOLT the flat tire. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could For normal seriously injure the occupants.
Page 558: If The Engine Won't Start
09/07/29 18:36:08 31TK4610_557 If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Check these things: start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly Check the transmission interlock. on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to If you have a manual transmission, ignition switch to the START (III)
Page 559 09/07/29 18:36:17 31TK4610_558 If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to the If the headlights dim noticeably or The Starter Operates Normally START (III) position or on models go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor’s with keyless access system, press engine, either the battery is speed sounds normal, or even faster...
Page 560 09/07/29 18:36:26 31TK4610_559 If the Engine Won’t Start Are you using the proper starting On models with keyless access system procedure? Refer to Starting the Do you have your keyless access Engine on pages system remote with you? The vehicle will not start without the You may need to hold the start/ remote within operating range and stop button down or hold the key...
Page 561: Jump Starting
09/07/29 18:36:34 31TK4610_560 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. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.
Page 562 09/07/29 18:36:45 31TK4610_561 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 your vehicle, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, and then from the booster battery.
Page 563: If The Engine Overheats
09/07/29 18:36:57 31TK4610_562 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. If Steam and spray from an mark, you should determine the the high heat is due to overloading,...
Page 564 09/07/29 18:37:07 31TK4610_563 If the Engine Overheats If you don’t find an obvious leak, proper coolant mixture available, check the coolant level in the you can add plain water. radiator reserve tank. Add coolant Remember to have the cooling Removing the radiator cap if the level is below the MIN mark system drained and refilled with while the engine is hot can...
Page 565: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
09/07/29 18:37:20 31TK4610_564 Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Charging System off the engine. Turn on the hazard Indicator Indicator This indicator should never come on warning indicators. If the charging system indicator when the engine is running.
Page 566: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
09/07/29 18:37:30 31TK4610_565 Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, Readiness Code while driving, it means one even though it may go off as you Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle codes’’...
Page 567: Brake System Indicator
09/07/29 18:37:42 31TK4610_566 Malfunction Indicator Lamp, Brake System Indicator To check if they are set, turn the U.S. Canada You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE ignition switch to the ON (II) Brake System FLUID’’ message on the multi- position (set the power mode to ON, Indicator information display.
Page 568: Opening The Fuel Fill Door Manually
09/07/29 18:37:53 31TK4610_567 Brake System Indicator, Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually Slow down by shifting to a lower Opening the Fuel Fill Door gear, and pull to the side of the road Manually when it is safe. Because of the long distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the vehicle.
Page 569: Fuses
09/07/29 18:38:03 31TK4610_568 Fuses DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE UNDER-HOOD AIR CLEANER HOUSING NOTCH FUSE LABEL The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The passenger’s side interior fuse The under-hood fuse box is on the three fuse boxes. box is on the lower passenger’s side driver’s side next to the air cleaner panel.
Page 570 09/07/29 18:38:13 31TK4610_569 Fuses Turn the ignition switch to the Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE BLOWN If something electrical in your LOCK (0) position. vehicle stops working, the first thing Make sure the headlights and all you should check for is a blown fuse. other accessories are off.
Page 571 09/07/29 18:38:22 31TK4610_570 Fuses FUSE PULLER BLOWN BLOWN Also check the combined fuse box in Check the smaller fuses in the Look for a blown wire inside the the under-hood fuse box. under-hood fuse box and all the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with fuses in the interior fuse boxes by one of the spare fuses of the same pulling out each one with the fuse...
Page 572 09/07/29 18:38:30 31TK4610_571 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse Replacing a f use with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating higher rating greatly increases the from one of the other circuits.
Page 573: Fuse Locations
09/07/29 18:38:42 31TK4610_572 Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 40 A Rear Defroster Not Used Not Used Not Used 40 A Heater Motor 15 A Hazard 20 A Horn and Stop 7.5 A Keyless Access System Not Used 15 A IG Coil 15 A...
Page 574 09/07/30 14:42:53 31TK4610_573 Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected INTERIOR FUSE BOX 10 A Driver’s side 7.5 A Meter 15 A Not Used 7.5 A Daytime Running Light 7.5 A 7.5 A Accessory, Key, Lock 7.5 A Accessory 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 20 A Moonroof...
Page 575 09/07/29 18:38:58 31TK4610_574 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Passenger’s side Not Used 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding 10 A Right Side Door Lock 20 A Rear Passenger’s Side Power Window 10 A Keyless Access System 20 A...
Page 576: Emergency Towing
09/07/29 18:39:11 31TK4610_575 Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must Except SH-AWD models call a professional towing service or There are two ways to tow your be towed with the front wheels on organization.
Page 577 09/07/29 18:39:21 31TK4610_576 Emergency Towing Improper towing preparation will The steering system can be damaged if On models with the Keyless Access damage the transmission. Follow the the steering wheel is locked. Leave the system, the ENGINE START/STOP above procedure exactly. If you cannot ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) BUTTON indicator will conf irm that shif t the transmission or start the...
Page 578: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
09/07/29 18:39:34 31TK4610_577 Emergency Towing, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck On models with keyless access system When you need to release the If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, steering lock while your vehicle’s mud, or snow, call a towing service battery is dead, do this: to pull it out (see page Follow the proper jump starting...
Page 579 09/07/29 18:39:40 31TK4610_578 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Screw the towing hook into the hole, and tighten it with the wheel nut wrench. To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle.
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Page 581: Technical Information
09/07/29 18:39:48 31TK4610_580 Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....576 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 578 your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading identification numbers. It also (U.S.
Page 582: Identification Numbers
09/07/29 18:39:53 31TK4610_581 Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) 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 583 09/07/29 18:39:58 31TK4610_582 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE NUMBER NUMBER...
Page 584: Specifications
09/07/29 18:40:19 31TK4610_583 Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length U.S. Vehicle 195.5 in (4,966 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Canada Vehicle 196.4 in (4,989 mm) 18.5 US gal (70 ) Width 74.0 in (1,880 mm) Engine Change 1.66 US gal (6.3 ) Height 57.2 in (1,452 mm) coolant Total...
Page 585 09/07/29 18:40:45 31TK4610_584 Specifications Lights Engine (2WD) Headlight (Low beam ) 12 V 35 W (D2S) Type Water cooled 4-stroke Headlight (High beam/DRL) 12 V 60 W (HB3) SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), Front turn signal/parking 12 V 24/2.2 CP (Amber) gasoline engine lights Bore x Stroke...
Page 586 09/07/29 18:40:54 31TK4610_585 Specifications Tires Size Front/Rear P245/50R17 98V P245/45R18 96V 245/40ZR19 94Y Spare T135/80D17 103M Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 37 psi (255 kPa , 2.55 kgf/cm ) Rear 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) TECH...
Page 587: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
09/07/29 18:41:04 31TK4610_586 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction 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 588 09/07/29 18:41:08 31TK4610_587 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 589: Tire Labeling
09/07/29 18:41:22 31TK4610_588 Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Load index (a numerical code Tire Size have a number of markings. Those Whenever tires are replaced, they associated with the maximum you should be aware of are described should be replaced with tires of the load the tire can carry).
Page 590 09/07/29 18:41:36 31TK4610_589 Tire Labeling Glossary of Tire Terminology Recommended Inflation Pressure Tire Identification Number (TIN) The tire identification number (TIN) Cold Tire Pressure The tire air The cold tire inflation pressure is a group of numbers and letters pressure when the vehicle has been recommended by the manufacturer.
Page 591: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) Required Federal Explanation
09/07/29 18:41:46 31TK4610_590 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under- provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 592 09/07/29 18:41:52 31TK4610_591 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
Page 593: Emissions Controls
09/07/29 18:42:03 31TK4610_592 Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your intake manifold. They are then The Clean Air Act vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act drawn into the engine and burned. products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen emissions.
Page 594 09/07/29 18:42:14 31TK4610_593 Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls then controls how much fuel to inject Replacement Parts The exhaust emissions controls under all operating conditions. The emissions control systems are include four systems: PGM-FI, designed and certified to work ignition timing control, exhaust gas together in reducing emissions to Ignition Timing Control System recirculation, and three way catalytic...
Page 595: Three Way Catalytic Converter
09/07/29 18:42:25 31TK4610_594 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 596: Emissions Testing
09/07/29 18:42:34 31TK4610_595 Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an 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 597 09/07/29 18:42:40 31TK4610_596 Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
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Page 599 09/07/29 18:42:45 31TK4610_598 Warranty and Client Relations Client Service Information ... 594 Warranty Coverages ..... 595 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......596 Authorized Manuals ..... . 597...
Page 600: Client Service Information
P.O. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Tel: (787) 620-7546 Acura Client Services Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7E vehicle to you 1919 Torrance Blvd.
Page 601: Warranty Coverages
09/07/29 18:43:10 31TK4610_600 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 by a limited warranty. coverage for a replacement battery Please read your warranty booklet purchased from your dealer.
Page 602: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
Administration (NHTSA), in addition Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New However, NHTSA cannot become Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 603: Authorized Manuals
09/07/29 18:43:28 31TK4610_602 Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Service Manual: (U.S. only) Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough Incorporated.
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Page 605 09/07/29 18:43:37 31TK4610_604 Index Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 135 Bluetooth Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22 HandsFreeLink ....388, 406 ........ . 262, 302, 349 Automatic Speed Control ....382 Booster Seats ........54 Accessories ........
Page 606 09/07/29 18:43:43 31TK4610_605 Index Warning Labels ..... . 39, 59 Crankcase Emissions Control Where Should a Child Sit? ..38 System ......... 587 Capacities Chart ......578 Child Seats ........45 Cruise Control Indicator ....72 Carbon Monoxide Hazard .....
Page 607 09/07/29 18:43:50 31TK4610_606 Index Doors Brake System Indicator ... . 561 Malfunction Indicator Lock Button, Outer Handle ..170 Changing a Flat Tire ....547 Lamp ........ . 64, 560 Lockout Prevention ... 147, 171 Charging System Indicator ..
Page 608 09/07/29 18:43:56 31TK4610_607 Index Features ......... . 215 Low Fuel Indicator ..... . 73 Filling the Fuel Tank ..... 445 Octane Requirement ....444 Filters Halogen Bulbs ....... . 526 Oxygenated ....... . 445 Dust and Pollen ......
Page 609 09/07/29 18:44:04 31TK4610_608 Index Seat Belt ........20, 64 Side Airbag Off ..... . 33, 67 Identification Number, Vehicle . 576 ......... . 32, 67 Jacking up the Vehicle ....548 Ignition Jack, Tire ........548 Starting System ....
Page 610 09/07/29 18:44:12 31TK4610_609 Index Lights NOTICE, Explanation of ....Bulb Replacement ..... 521 Numbers, Identification ....576 Maintenance ........495 Indicator ........63 Main Items and Sub Parking ........133 Items ....... 502, 506 Turn Signal ......
Page 611 09/07/29 18:44:17 31TK4610_610 Index Protecting Children ......37 Remote, Keyless Access General Guidelines ..... . 37 System ........ . 168, 173 Paddle Shifters ....... 473 Protecting Infants ......42 Remote Audio Controls ....370 Panel Brightness Control ....
Page 612 09/07/29 18:44:22 31TK4610_611 Index Serial Number ....... . 576 How the Passenger Airbag Off Service Minder ....... 497 Indicator Works ...... . 34 Safety Belts ........8, 20 Service Manual ......597 How the Side Airbag Off Safety Defects, Reporting ..
Page 613 09/07/29 18:44:28 31TK4610_612 Index Stereo Sound System ....225 Three Way Catalytic Converter . 589 Rotating ........539 Storing Your Vehicle ..... 544 Tighten Fuel Cap Message ..446 Service Life ........ . 538 Sun Visors ........
Page 614 09/07/29 18:44:36 31TK4610_613 Index Treadwear ........581 VEHICLE OFF Mode Compact Spare ......546 Trip Computer ........ . 82 (Power Mode) ......178 Wrench, Nut ....... 548 Trip Meter ........81 Vehicle Identification Number . 576 ..
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Page 618: Service Information Summary
09/07/29 18:45:07 31TK4610_617 Service Information Summary Gasoline: On models with SH-AWD Brake Fluid: Premium unleaded gasoline, Rear Differential Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid pump octane number of 91 or Use Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or higher required (see ‘‘Fuel transmission fluid) only.

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