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Service Station Procedures

Oil Check

DIPSTICK

Check the engine oil level every time
you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few
minutes after turning the engine off
before you check the oil.

1. Remove the dipstick (orange

handle).

2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean

cloth or paper towel.

3. Insert it all the way back in its tube.

Before Driving

Summary of Contents for 2000 3.2 TL

Page 1: ...d other cargo Driving 159 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 187 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle...

Page 2: ...approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and with out incurring any obligation whatsoever OWNER...

Page 3: ...you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it pr...

Page 4: ...gement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the car Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER W...

Page 5: ...IRBAGS P 9 43 DIGITAL CLOCK P 100 CLIMATE CONTROL P 110 118 AUDIO SYSTEM P 123 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 162 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 148 FUEL FILL DOOR HANDLE P 147 TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON P 82 POWER WINDOW...

Page 6: ...NTROL P 175 MOONROOF SWITCH P 96 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 64 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS P 63 65 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 65 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 67 CRUISE CONTROL P 69 HORN P 62 TILT ADJUSTMEN...

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Page 8: ...Precautions 19 Protecting Children 20 All Children Must Be Restrained 20 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 21 ThePassenger sFrontAirbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 21 If You Must Drive with Sev...

Page 9: ...tal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them or are not properly restrained Infants young children and short adults are at the greatest risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in t...

Page 10: ...ude a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash and a collapsible steeri...

Page 11: ...ous injury or death in a crash even if you have airbags Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly When properly worn seat belts Keep you connected to the vehicle so...

Page 12: ...your airbags are Airbags do not replace seat belts They are designed to supplement the seat belts Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts rollovers or minor frontal or side collisions Airbags can...

Page 13: ...seat belt s effectiveness and increases the chance that the seat s occupant will slide under the seat belt in a crash and be seriously injured What you should do Move the front seats as far back as po...

Page 14: ...at see page 20 Front seat occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 12 Seat backs are upright see page 13 Head restraints are properly ad...

Page 15: ...rument panel to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and acc...

Page 16: ...are concerned about sitting too close we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the se...

Page 17: ...to adjust seat backs 4 Adjust the Head Restraints Before driving make sure everyone with an adjustable head restraint has properly positioned the head restraint The restraint should be positioned so t...

Page 18: ...belt so the lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack fro...

Page 19: ...f a lap shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back This could cause very serious injuries in a crash If a seat belt does not seem to work as it should it may not protect the occupant in a crash...

Page 20: ...engine is off Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or bo...

Page 21: ...always wear a seat belt whenever she drives or rides in a car Remember to keep the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back a...

Page 22: ...ur front airbag inflates Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the center of the steering wheel and on top of th...

Page 23: ...d seat A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt All Children Must Be Restrained Each year many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrain...

Page 24: ...nd it inflates with tremendous speed Infants Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s front airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of th...

Page 25: ...AFETY PROTECTION IN ALL TYPES OF CRASHES YOU MUST ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELT DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACING CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO...

Page 26: ...hild requires attention Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards from the passenger s front airbag and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important t...

Page 27: ...for infants and small children Selecting a Child Seat To provide proper protection a child seat should meet three requirements 1 The child seat should meet safety standards The child seat should meet...

Page 28: ...e design of child seats vehicle seats and seat belts all child seats will not fit all vehicle seating positions However Acura is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly in...

Page 29: ...n inflating front airbag can kill or seriously injure the child If a small child must ride in the front follow the instructions provided in this section Front Passenger s Seat Infants Never in the fro...

Page 30: ...a child seat does not need to be rock solid In some vehicles or seating positions it may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move at all Some side to side or back and forth moveme...

Page 31: ...ant be restrained in a rear facing child seat until the infant reaches the seat maker s weight or height limit and is able to sit up without support Rear Facing Child Seat Placement In this car a rear...

Page 32: ...the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt a...

Page 33: ...ut weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright...

Page 34: ...e recommend that you place the child seat directly behind the front passenger seat move the front seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller child seat that...

Page 35: ...quipped with a passenger s front airbag can be hazardous If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child...

Page 36: ...ition route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of...

Page 37: ...the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during norm...

Page 38: ...ild reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward facing child seat the child should sit in the back seat and wear a lap shoulder belt If a child is too short for the shoulder part of t...

Page 39: ...ss the neck This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm This could cause very serious injuries du...

Page 40: ...ont The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat The back seat is the safest place for a...

Page 41: ...t a child must be able to follow the rules including sitting properly and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride If you decide that a child can safely ride up front be sure to Carefully read...

Page 42: ...securing a tether style child seat to the car Since a tether can provide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available Attach the tether strap hook to the tethe...

Page 43: ...will also sound The beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light will stay on until the driver s seat belt is fastened Lap Shoulder Belt This seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shou...

Page 44: ...onal locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat See pages 29 and 33 for instructions on how to secure child seats with this type of seat belt If the shoulder part of the belt is p...

Page 45: ...omponent that fails to function properly during normal use Please see your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death i...

Page 46: ...ion about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators driver and passenger seat belt use and all related wiring when the ignition is ON II An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts...

Page 47: ...re with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not...

Page 48: ...u should have the system checked by your dealer For example If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON II If the light stays on after the engine starts If the light com...

Page 49: ...e side impact the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or the passenger s side airbag Only one airbag will deploy during a side i...

Page 50: ...er adult slouches and leans sideways and the adult s head is in the deployment path of the airbag A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or other object as a backrest It may prevent the cutof...

Page 51: ...ication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection Do not tamp...

Page 52: ...o carbon monoxide High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas such as a garage Do not run the engine with the garage door closed Even with the door open run the engine only lo...

Page 53: ...ack as possible from the air bag ALWAYS use SEAT BELTS and CHILD RESTRAINTS Canadianmodels HOOD Accidental deployment can seriously hurt or kill you Follow Service Manual instructions carefully Un dep...

Page 54: ...Steering Wheel Controls 69 Cruise Control 69 Remote Audio Controls 72 Keys and Locks 73 Keys 73 Immobilizer System 74 Ignition Switch 75 Power Door Locks 77 Remote Transmitter 78 Childproof Door Lock...

Page 55: ...K SWITCH P 77 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 96 TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON P 82 FUEL FILL DOOR HANDLE P 147 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 148 CLIMATE CONTROL P 110 118 AUDIO SYSTEM P 123 Instruments and Controls DIGITAL C...

Page 56: ...ATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR CHARGING DOOR OPEN LOW FUEL SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR BRAKE LAMP INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG I...

Page 57: ...ed if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running For complete information see page 267 Charging System Indicator If this light comes on when the engine is running the battery is not bei...

Page 58: ...ormally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II and when the ignition switch is turned to START III If this light comes on at any other time there is a problem in the ABS If...

Page 59: ...u turn on the Hazard Warning switch both turn signal lights blink All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash Daytime Running Lights Indicator Canadian models only This indicator lights wh...

Page 60: ...rs behind you cannot tell you are braking Have your brake lights repaired right away Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II It w...

Page 61: ...er numbers are the speed in miles per hour mph Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm To protect the engine from damage never drive with the tachometer needle i...

Page 62: ...number resets to 0 0 Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle s battery goes dead or is disconnected Outside Temperature Indicator This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit in U...

Page 63: ...engine s cooling system Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have It is most accurate when the car is on level ground It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving o...

Page 64: ...7 500 miles 12 000 km without having the scheduled maintenance performed this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled main...

Page 65: ...rs The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof the traction control and the cruise control The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steeri...

Page 66: ...on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver s door To change between low beams and high beams pull the turn signal lever until you hea...

Page 67: ...r ten minutes The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver s door If you unlock the door but do not open it within 15 seconds the lights will go off With the driver s door open you...

Page 68: ...when you release the lever It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn To signal a lane change push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it The lever will return...

Page 69: ...often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed o...

Page 70: ...is causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your car is...

Page 71: ...steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped To adjust the steering wheel u...

Page 72: ...y roads heavy rain or bad weather You should have full control of the car under those conditions Using the Cruise Control CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH 1 Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch to the...

Page 73: ...ccel button The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on When climbing a steep hill the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed Changing the Set Speed You can increase...

Page 74: ...ut When the car slows to the desired speed press the SET decel button The car will then maintain the desired speed Even with the cruise control turned on you can still use the accelerator pedal to spe...

Page 75: ...and then press the RESUME accel button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system...

Page 76: ...r if you have to get a lost key replaced Keep the plate stored in a safe place When replacing keys use only Acura approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the I...

Page 77: ...ze your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object is near the ignition switch when you insert the key To make sure the system recognizes the key code Do not keep other immobilizer...

Page 78: ...this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Ignition Switch The ignition switch is on the right side of the...

Page 79: ...est when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON START III Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to ON II when you let go of the key The engine will not start if the...

Page 80: ...t the key in the driver s door lock turn the key and release it If you turn the key and hold it all doors will unlock All four doors will unlock when you unlock the passenger s door with the key Locko...

Page 81: ...door unlocks The remaining doors unlock when you push the button a second time The parking lights side marker lights and taillights flash twice The ceiling light if the ceiling light switch is in the...

Page 82: ...will be set To open the trunk push the Trunk Release button for approximately one second The trunk will not open if the key is in the ignition switch Panic Mode Panic mode allows you to remotely acti...

Page 83: ...sible Battery type CR2025 To replace the battery place a cloth on the edge of the transmitter and remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat tip screwdriver BATTERY Remove...

Page 84: ...vere shock to the trans mitter such as dropping or throwing it Also protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth Do not use strong cleaners or solvents...

Page 85: ...unk press down on the trunk lid See page 156 for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and to prevent exhaust gas fr...

Page 86: ...e remote transmitter GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by squeezing the handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key The glove box light comes on only when the instrume...

Page 87: ...anufacturer of the equipment While training or using the transmitter make sure you have a clear view of the garage door or gate and that no one will be injured by its movement General Information If y...

Page 88: ...n To do this press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transmitter until the red light flashes Release the buttons then proceed to Step 1 If you are training the second or third buttons g...

Page 89: ...r opener Test this by pressing and holding the HomeLink transmitter button you just trained If the red light blinks for two seconds then stays on you have a rolling code garage door opener You may be...

Page 90: ...til the light next to the button comes on then release it The light may blink or come on and stay on You then have approximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps 4 Press and release the butt...

Page 91: ...ons press and hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash then release the buttons You should erase all three codes before selling the car As required by the FCC This device compl...

Page 92: ...in several directions The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position Make all adjustments before you start driving Push the hori...

Page 93: ...witch in the direction you want to move Front Passenger s Seat Adjustments The seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom Push the long horizontal switch forward or backward t...

Page 94: ...assengers from whiplash and other injuries They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint A taller person should adjust the r...

Page 95: ...ter of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it Trunk Pass through Cover KNOB The pass through cover can be opened from either side it folds forward onto the center armrest Open the cover by sliding the...

Page 96: ...the pass through are secured For security this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key To lock the cover insert the key and turn it clockwise Never drive with this cover open and the...

Page 97: ...s temperature drops It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on In LO the heater runs continuously It does not cycle...

Page 98: ...R S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH The driver s door armrest has a master power window control panel To open any of the passengers win dows push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the wi...

Page 99: ...ontrols power to the passengers windows With this switch off the passengers windows cannot be raised or lowered The MAIN switch does not affect the driver s window Keep the MAIN switch off when you ha...

Page 100: ...inutes after you turn off the ignition The key off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door You must then turn the ignition ON II for the moonroof to operate If you try to open the moonroof...

Page 101: ...to turn off this sensing Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver s door armrest 1 Turn the ignition switch ON II 2 Move the sele...

Page 102: ...to turn the heaters off Parking Brake PARKING BRAKE PEDAL To apply the parking brake push the parking brake pedal down with your foot To release the parking brake push on the pedal again The parking...

Page 103: ...and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired minutes You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing R sets the clock...

Page 104: ...lower the lid and push it down until it latches LEVER You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid To use the tray pull up on the right lever and lift up the armrest pad...

Page 105: ...doors To open a compartment pivot the lid up To remove a storage compartment for emptying open the lid then carefully pull the compartment straight up and out of the armrest These storage compartment...

Page 106: ...can be removed if you want to hold a larger cup Be careful when you are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage th...

Page 107: ...the sun visor can be extended by sliding out the extension Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear v...

Page 108: ...and swing down To close it push it until it latches Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder Accessory Power Sockets To use an a...

Page 109: ...F position the light does not come on In the center position the ceiling light comes on when you open any door The light fades out after all doors are closed In the ON position the ceiling light stays...

Page 110: ...a courtesy light in the ignition switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed CD Holder You can store up to four CDs in the CD...

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Page 112: ...gger Button 116 Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor 117 3 2 TL with Navigation System Fully automatic Operation 118 Semi automatic Operation 119 Rear Window Defogger Button 122 Audio System 123 Operati...

Page 113: ...dashboard and in back of the center console is adjustable To adjust the air flow from each vent move the tab in the center of each vent up and down and side to side The side and rear vents can be ope...

Page 114: ...Climate Control System PASSENGER S SIDE VENT REAR VENTS DIAL TABS Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 115: ...system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and or heated air that will as quickly as possible raise or lower the interior temperature from its current level to the set temperature TEMP...

Page 116: ...emain auto matically controlled Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out Air Conditioning A C Button Press the A C button to turn the air conditioning on and off You will see A C ON...

Page 117: ...n manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial When you turn the dial clockwise the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed Turning the dial fully clo...

Page 118: ...ents and de froster vents at the base of the wind shield The main air flow comes from the floor vents The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents The main air flow com...

Page 119: ...l is in AUTO the fan speed increases automatically If it is not in AUTO manually increase the fan speed or set the dial to AUTO You can increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in...

Page 120: ...SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any...

Page 121: ...e from its current level to the set temperature When you set the temperature to its lower limit 60 F 18 C or its upper limit 90 F 32 C the system runs at full cooling or heating only It does not regul...

Page 122: ...tions Air Conditioning A C Buttons Pressing ON or OFF in the display turns the air conditioning on and off You will see A C ON or A C OFF activated in the display When you turn the A C off the system...

Page 123: ...outside the vehicle Fresh Air mode You can for example manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes Fan Control Icons You can manually select the fan sp...

Page 124: ...ents and de froster vents at the base of the wind shield The main air flow comes from the floor vents The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents The main air flow com...

Page 125: ...ystem selects Fresh Air mode and the fan speed increases You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing the button again the...

Page 126: ...on both AM and FM bands while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations The anti theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle s battery To ge...

Page 127: ...me by turning the same knob The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed To change bands press the AM or FM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broad c...

Page 128: ...tion for approximately five seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds When it plays a station that you want to continue listening t...

Page 129: ...econds It automatically scans both bands looking for stations with strong signals It stores the frequencies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You can then use the preset...

Page 130: ...requencies then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre viously When you return home turn off Auto Select by pr...

Page 131: ...r and adjust the side to side sound to your liking Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it BASS FADER CONTROL TREBLE BALANCE CONTROL Treble...

Page 132: ...may identify the station as FM101 Radio Reception How well your Acura s radio receives stations is dependent on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects a...

Page 133: ...ion can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because o...

Page 134: ...y 3 inch 8 cm discs without using an adapter ring In all cases play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems When the system reaches the end of the disc it...

Page 135: ...ard Release the button when the system reaches the point you want Each time you press the button and release it the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press and release the button...

Page 136: ...at slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load and play If you load a CD in the in dash player while the changer is playing a CD the system will stop the...

Page 137: ...age keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges...

Page 138: ...r Data Read Error Search Error Mechanical Error Control Error LSI Error Solution Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD player Make sure the dis...

Page 139: ...changer No CD magazine in the CD changer No CD in magazine Solution Consult your Acura dealer Press the magazine eject button and insert an empty magazine If the code disappears within a few seconds u...

Page 140: ...t then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot The system will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licen...

Page 141: ...ng off the ignition the cassette will remain in the drive When you turn the system back on the tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing pre...

Page 142: ...passage Press the REPEAT button to activate it you will see REPEAT displayed as a reminder When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing it will automatically go into rewin...

Page 143: ...may break or jam the drive Look at the cassette before you insert it If the tape is loose tighten it by turning a hub with a pencil or your finger If the label is peeling off remove it from the casse...

Page 144: ...on to change stations Each time you press this button the system advances to the next preset station on the band you are listening to You will see the number of the selected Preset button in the displ...

Page 145: ...number from your Acura dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If your vehicle s battery is discon nected or goes dead the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will...

Page 146: ...ight next to the driver s door lock starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself SECURITY SYSTEM LIGHT Once the security system is set opening any door without using the key or...

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Page 148: ...mation in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 146 Gasoline 146 Service Station Procedures 147 Fi...

Page 149: ...leaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance We...

Page 150: ...e outside of the driver s seat Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only...

Page 151: ...ng off even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with this system Consult your dealer 5 Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten it until it clicks several times If you do not properly ti...

Page 152: ...n the hood without lifting the hood latch handle or the hood latch handIe moves stiffly or does not spring back as before the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated see page 215 3 Lift the hood up...

Page 153: ...l level every time you fill the car with fuel Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange handle 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or pap...

Page 154: ...dding Oil on page 201 Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engi...

Page 155: ...y Rapid acceler ation abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to mai...

Page 156: ...tability and performance and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding accessories and modifications When properly installed cellular ph...

Page 157: ...y your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System Modifications could make the system ineffective Additional Safety Precautions Do not attach or place objects on the airbag...

Page 158: ...glove box and the pockets in the front doors and seat back are designed for small lightweight items The trunk is intended for larger heavier items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storin...

Page 159: ...ability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment Store or secure all items th...

Page 160: ...e 49 If you can carry any items on a roof rack be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight Please contact your Acura dealer for further information...

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Page 162: ...g to Drive 160 Starting the Engine 161 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 161 Automatic Transmission 162 Shift Lever Position Indicator 162 Shift Lever Positions 163 Engine Speed Limiter 169 Sh...

Page 163: ...ith you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 12 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 97 7 Check the adjustment...

Page 164: ...r flooding As before keep the ignition key in the START III position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 5 if the engine does not start If it starts lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so...

Page 165: ...indicator in the tachometer shows which position the shift lever is in The illuminated number next to the D5 indicator shows you the gear you have selected in the Sequential SportShift mode The D5 in...

Page 166: ...Sequential SportShift mode slide the shift lever toward the left from the D5 position In this mode the shift lever allows you to shift up and down manually To shift from P toR R to N N to Ds D5 to D4...

Page 167: ...The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch Reverse R To shift to Reverse from Park see the explanation under Park To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a...

Page 168: ...the shift lever in D5 position you can select the Sequential SportShift mode to shift gears much like a manual transmission but without a clutch pedal When the Sequential SportShift Mode is selected t...

Page 169: ...ter s red zone The transmission remains in the selected gear 5 4 3 There is no automatic downshift when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor The transmission may automatically downshift from th...

Page 170: ...ash the number of the lower gear several times then return to the higher gear If the car speed slows to below the redline of the selected lower gear position while the indicator is flashing the transm...

Page 171: ...ngine braking when going down a steep hill D3 gives you more power and increased engine braking For faster acceleration when in D3 D4 or D5 you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by p...

Page 172: ...hometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the re...

Page 173: ...SLOT 4 Insert a screwdriver in the shift lock release slot 5 Push down on the screwdriver and move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral To release the Reverse Lockout move the shift lever from Neut...

Page 174: ...you want to drive away If the car is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If the car is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb Make sure the parking brake is fully re...

Page 175: ...he engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if t...

Page 176: ...rn the steering wheel The ABS helps to prevent lock up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person can do it You should never pump the brake pedal thi...

Page 177: ...are braking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or un...

Page 178: ...ICATOR When starting out or driving at low speeds on a loose or slippery road surface you may notice that the vehicle does not respond to the accelerator in the same way it does at other times This is...

Page 179: ...nder Pressing the switch again turns the system back on The Traction Control System turns on every time you start the engine even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle TCS Indicator...

Page 180: ...e TCS inspected by your Acura dealer You can still drive the vehicle without TCS The TCS indicator may occasionally come on for one or two seconds and then go out This is normal This indicator will co...

Page 181: ...just barely damp Apply smooth even pressure to all the controls Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden hard appli cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather Be extra cautious for...

Page 182: ...r wear and proper pressure Both are important in preventing hydroplaning loss of traction on a wet surface In the winter mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling Watch road conditions...

Page 183: ...s too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain Tongue Load The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch...

Page 184: ...load limits or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to...

Page 185: ...so make sure that all equipment is properly installed and that it meets federal state province and local regulations Hitches Any hitch used on your vehicle must be properly bolted to the underbody Saf...

Page 186: ...e a potential hazard Trailer Lights GROUND BLACK BACK UP LIGHT GREEN BLACK RIGHT TURN SIGNAL GREEN YELLOW BRAKE LIGHT WHITE BLACK LEFT TURN SIGNAL GREEN BLUE TAILLIGHT RED BLACK Your car has a trailer...

Page 187: ...ow and before driving away be sure to check the following The vehicle has been properly serviced and the tires brakes suspension and cooling system are in good operating condition All weights and load...

Page 188: ...iler tracks a smaller arc than your vehicle and it can hit or run over something the vehicle misses Allow more time and distance for braking Do not brake or turn suddenly as this could cause the trail...

Page 189: ...steering or braking corrections Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up Grip the bottom of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to mo...

Page 190: ...Maintenance Record 197 Owner Maintenance Checks 199 Fluid Locations 200 Engine Oil 201 Adding Oil 201 Recommended Oil 201 Synthetic Oil 203 Additives 203 Changing the Oil and Filter 203 Cooling System...

Page 191: ...ns and schedules in this owner s manual This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks such as checking and adding oil Any service items not detailed in this section should be perform...

Page 192: ...haust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless in structed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skill...

Page 193: ...g your car s load limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads...

Page 194: ...enuine Acura parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and d...

Page 195: ...olant at each fuel stop Adjust only if noisy Rotate tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Visually inspect the following items Tie rod ends steering gear box and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boo...

Page 196: ...82 500 mi 132 000 km 5 yrs 90 000 mi 144 000 km 6 yrs 97 500 mi 156 000 km 6 yrs 105 000 mi 168 000 km 7 yrs 112 500 mi 180 000 km 7 yrs 120 000 mi 192 000 km 8 yrs Do items in A Do items in A B Do it...

Page 197: ...following items Tie rod ends steering gear box Suspension components Driveshaft boots and boots Brake hoses and lines including ABS All fluid levels and conditions of fluids Cooling system hoses and c...

Page 198: ...ems in A B C Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace timing belt 1 inspect water pump Do items in A B C D Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace coolant Clean air cleaner elem...

Page 199: ...ace brake fluid Do items in A B C D Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace timing belt 1 and inspect water pump Replace coolant Check idle speed Clean air cleaner element Replace spark pl...

Page 200: ...1 year 18 750 mi 30 000 km 22 500 mi 36 000 km or 1 years 26 250 mi 42 000 km 30 000 mi 48 000 km or 2 years Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date...

Page 201: ...years Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 93 750 mi 150 000 km 97 500 mi 156 000 km or 6 years 101 250 mi 162 000 km 105...

Page 202: ...eck the level in the reservoir monthly If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 212 Automatic transmission Check the fluid...

Page 203: ...ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap BRAKE FLUID Gray cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR...

Page 204: ...major contributor to your engine s performance and longevity Always use a premium grade deter gent oil It is highly recommended that you use Genuine Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you...

Page 205: ...classification API SERVICE LABEL The oil container may also display the API Certification seal Make sure it says For Gasoline Engines API CERTIFICATION MARK The SAE numbers tell you the oil s viscosi...

Page 206: ...t only increases the cost of operating your car Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance miles kilometers recommenda tions in the maintenance sch...

Page 207: ...an appropriate container OIL FILTER 3 Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Acura dealer is required to remove the filter 4 Install a new oil filt...

Page 208: ...the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for several minutes then check the oil level If necessary add oil to bring the lev...

Page 209: ...use Genuine Honda Antifreeze Coolant If it is not available you may use another major brand non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for alum...

Page 210: ...radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap RADIATOR CAP 1 Make sure the engine and radiator are cool 2 Turn the radiator cap counter clockwise without pressing down on it until it stops This...

Page 211: ...s or other additives to your car s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine compo nents Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refille...

Page 212: ...PLUG DRAIN BOLT 3 Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator The coolant will drain through the splash guard Loosen the drain bolt at the rear of the engine cylinder block RESERVE TANK CAP R...

Page 213: ...n container The cooling system capacity is 1 48 US gal 5 6 i 1 23 Imp gal 8 Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck Start the engine and let it run for about 30 seconds Then t...

Page 214: ...ator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark 13 Start the engine and hold it at 1 500 rpm until the cooling fan comes on Turn off the engine Check the coolant le...

Page 215: ...ight when the level is low see page 57 Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather NOTICE Do not use eng...

Page 216: ...wer marks 5 If the level is below the lower mark add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark Always use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF If it is not available you may...

Page 217: ...However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda DOT 3 brake fluid as soon as possible Brake f...

Page 218: ...ave the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the s...

Page 219: ...r Acura dealer to do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation Replacement The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver s side of the engi...

Page 220: ...emove the cover on the front cylinder bank by turning the two clips one quarter turn counterclockwise 2 Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils 3 Disconnect the wire co...

Page 221: ...plug with a five eighths inch 16 mm spark plug socket 6 Put the new spark plug into the socket then screw it into the hole Screw it in by hand so you do not crossthread it 7 Torque the spark plug If...

Page 222: ...inder head 8 Install the ignition coil Reinstall the hexagon socket head cap bolt 9 Push the wire connector onto the ignition coil Make sure it locks in place 10 Repeat this procedure for the other fi...

Page 223: ...est indicator window on the battery The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals...

Page 224: ...ire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system T...

Page 225: ...digit code see page 142 The Navigation System will also disable itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used Refer to the Navi...

Page 226: ...ped areas when used WIPER ARMS To replace the blade 1 Turn the ignition ON II switch the wipers to INT or low position then turn the ignition OFF when the wiper arm is approximately midway in its trav...

Page 227: ...t along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 6 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the...

Page 228: ...t bristle brush to clean them AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady...

Page 229: ...dustry and diesel pow ered vehicles Replace it more often if air flow from the climate control system becomes less than usual Have the air conditioning filter re placed by your Acura dealer Drive Belt...

Page 230: ...To safely operate your car your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed information on how and when t...

Page 231: ...per month Remember to check the spare tire at the same time you check all the other tires Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold This means the car has been parked for at least three hours...

Page 232: ...en on the tire information label on the driver s doorjamb Tubeless tires have some ability to self seal if they are punctured However because leakage is often very slow you should look closely for pun...

Page 233: ...tire wear If you find a tire is worn unevenly have your dealer check the wheel alignment The tires were properly balanced by the factory They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are wor...

Page 234: ...signed to rotate only in one direction If you use directional tires they should be rotated only front to back Replacing Tires and Wheels The tires that came with your car were selected to match the pe...

Page 235: ...just one tire can seriously affect your car s handling The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied with the car Tire size and constru...

Page 236: ...with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommen dations Traction Devices Mount traction devices only when required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the correct size for your tir...

Page 237: ...ights at least once a month A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM TURN SIGNA...

Page 238: ...m Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High mount brake light Turn signals Back up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights Canadian models If you f...

Page 239: ...am headlight bulbs When replacing a high beam headlight bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alco...

Page 240: ...w bulb 7 Reinstall the radiator reserve tank Replacing Front Turn Signal and Side Marker Light Bulbs 1 If you are changing the bulb on the driver s side start the engine turn the steering wheel all th...

Page 241: ...Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 8 Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 9 Put the inner fender cover in place Install the holdin...

Page 242: ...ocket until it bottoms 5 Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks 6 Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 7 Reinstall the trunk lining Make su...

Page 243: ...and reinstall the socket Make sure the new bulb is working Replacing a Rear License Bulb 1 Use a small phillips screwdriver to remove the lens from the license plate light assembly 2 Remove the bulb...

Page 244: ...around the lens Door light Pry on the top middle of the lens Ceiling light Pry on the front edge of the lens near both sides Spotlights Pry on the front edge in front of both spotlights CEILING LIGHT...

Page 245: ...UNK LIGHT 1 Open the trunk Pull down the trunk light cover 2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 3 Push the new bulb into the metal tabs 4 Push the cover back in place Mainten...

Page 246: ...doors Disconnect the battery Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and tru...

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Page 248: ...appearance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 246 Washing 246 Waxing 247 Aluminum Wheels 247 Paint Touch up 2...

Page 249: ...r Mix in a mild detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the car using the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Star...

Page 250: ...ar insects etc with removers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Aluminum Wheels Clean your Acura s aluminum alloy wheels as you do t...

Page 251: ...a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild soap and water Use the same solution with a soft bristle brush on more difficult spots You can also use commercially a...

Page 252: ...one part white vinegar to ten parts water This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of the windows Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces The rear...

Page 253: ...the paint as soon as you discover them Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body Check the floor coverings for dampness Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a l...

Page 254: ...e installed they do not give the same high quality appearance When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want Genuine Acura parts used in the repair Although most insurers re...

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Page 256: ...you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 254 Changing a Flat Tire 255 If Your Engine Won t Start 260 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 261...

Page 257: ...action on some road sur faces than the regular tire Use greater caution while driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especia...

Page 258: ...OOK SPARE TIRE TOOL BOX 1 Park the car on firm level and non slippery ground away from traffic Put the transmission in Park Apply the parking brake 2 Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ign...

Page 259: ...Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclock wise then pulling on the cover JACK 7 Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack WHEEL NUTS 8 Loosen the five wh...

Page 260: ...f the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch WHEEL WRENCH 10 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire...

Page 261: ...loth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 13 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel...

Page 262: ...l nuts to 80 lbf ft 108N m 11 kgf m 16 Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well WING BOLT CONE 17 Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well 18 Remove the spacer...

Page 263: ...not get scratch ed or damaged 22 Unclip the hook from the trunk lid and lower the trunk floor 23 Close the trunk lid If Your Engine Won t Start Diagnosing why your engine won t start falls into two ar...

Page 264: ...t light at all the battery is discharged See Jump Starting on page 262 Turn the ignition switch to START III If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is...

Page 265: ...for a minute and watch the fuel gauge The low fuel level warning light may not be working so you were not reminded to fill the tank There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump...

Page 266: ...ttery can cause it to rupture 2 Turn off all the electrical acces sories climate control stereo system lights etc Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake 3 Remove the battery...

Page 267: ...the starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal to metal contact 8 Once your car is running discon nect the negative cable from your car t...

Page 268: ...u should take immediate action Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you Do not open the hood if steam is coming out 1 Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission...

Page 269: ...seriously scalding you Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap 9 Using gloves or a large heavy cloth turn the radiator cap counterclockwise without pushing down...

Page 270: ...ately Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the car stopped 1 Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 Let the car sit for a minute Open the...

Page 271: ...ssories radio heater A C rear defogger cruise control etc Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Star...

Page 272: ...until it clicks several times Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes three driving trips If the indicator remains on pa...

Page 273: ...ar to your dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads However if the brake pedal does not feel normal you should take immediate action Because of the brake system s dual c...

Page 274: ...use blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk ROUND PLUG 4 Use a screwdriver or coin...

Page 275: ...fuse boxes are located on each side of the dashboard To open an interior fuse box open the car door Pull the bottom of the cover open then take it out of its side hinges by pulling it toward you UNDER...

Page 276: ...fuses and check the component s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box BLOWN 3 Check each of th...

Page 277: ...the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system If you do not have a repla...

Page 278: ...ed Right Headlight ABS F S Stop ACG Spare Fuse ABS Motor Hazard Battery Cooling Fan No 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Amps 30 A 40 A 40 A 20 A 40 A 40A 50 A 15 A 20 A Circuits Protected Back Up ACC Pow...

Page 279: ...Signal PASSENGER S SIDE On Canadian models No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Amps 30 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 7 5 A 20 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 20 A 20 A Circuits Protected Moonroo...

Page 280: ...s These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that end of the car off the ground Your car s suspension and body can be seriously damaged This method of towing is unaccep...

Page 281: ...sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ig...

Page 282: ...Tire Quality Grading 284 Treadwear 284 Traction 284 Temperature 285 Oxygenated Fuels 286 Driving in Foreign Countries 287 Emissions Controls 288 The Clean Air Act 288 Crankcase Emissions Control Syst...

Page 283: ...icensing and insuring your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on...

Page 284: ...on Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block It is on the front The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical...

Page 285: ...on fluid Windshield washer reservoir Change 1 Total Change Including filter Without filter Total Change Total U S Cars Canada Cars 1 48 US gal 5 6 l 1 23 Imp gal 1 98 US gal 7 5 l 1 65 Imp qal 4 6 US...

Page 286: ...kPa 4 2 kgf cm2 Technical Information Headlights Front turn signal Side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Stop Taillights High mount brake light Back up lights License plate lights Ceiling light...

Page 287: ...a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions of their use howe...

Page 288: ...e temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B...

Page 289: ...or grain alcohol You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether You may use gas...

Page 290: ...d gasoline is not available be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Acura will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian...

Page 291: ...th the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This...

Page 292: ...e ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the...

Page 293: ...et on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contri...

Page 294: ...nty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information 292 Canada Zone Office Map 293 Warranty Coverages 294 Reporting Safety Defects U S Cars 295 Authorized Manuals 297 Warranty and Customer Relat...

Page 295: ...a Automobile Division Client Services Office American Honda Motor Co Inc 1919 Torrance Blvd Torrance CA 90501 2746 or telephone 800 382 2238 In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands Vortex Motor Corp...

Page 296: ...ER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B2K8 Tel 1 888 9 ACURA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 0909 Toronto 416 287 4776 Honda Canada Inc National Office War...

Page 297: ...specified time period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Acura Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other facto...

Page 298: ...nds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda M...

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Page 300: ...l Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Price Each 64 00 42 00 40 00 35 00 27 00 FREE Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Valid only fo...

Page 301: ...estocking fee may be applied against the original order P O BOX 07280 DETROIT MICHIGAN 48207 1 800 782 4356 Service Manual This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engin...

Page 302: ...em Components 40 Additional Information About Your Side Airbags 46 How the Side Airbag Indicator Light Works 47 How Your Side Airbags Work 46 Additives Engine Oil 203 Adjustments Mirrors 94 Head Restr...

Page 303: ...Signal Lights 237 Bulbs Halogen 236 Changing Engine Coolant 208 Charging System Indicator 54 268 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 213 Battery Condition 220 Brake Fluid 214 Drive Belts 226 Engine...

Page 304: ...ntries 287 Checking the Fuses 272 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 267 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 269 Manually Closing Moonroof 271 Overheated Engine 265 Emergency Brake 99 Emergency Flashers 67 Emissions C...

Page 305: ...Daytime Running Lights 64 High Beam Indicator 56 High Beams Turning on 63 Low Beams Turning on 63 Reminder Chime 63 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 236 Turning on 63 Head Restraints 91 High Altitude Starting...

Page 306: ...LOCK Ignition Key Position 75 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 75 Fuel Fill Door 147 Glove Box 83 Power Door 77 Trunk 82 Low Coolant Level 206 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 54 267 Lubricant Specificatio...

Page 307: ...nant Women 18 Protecting Children 20 Protecting Infants 28 Protecting Larger Children 35 Protecting Small Children 32 Using Child Seats with Tethers 39 Rear Seat Armrest 92 Rear View Mirror 97 Rear Wi...

Page 308: ...162 Side Airbags 9 46 Side Airbag Indicator 47 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement in 238 Signaling Turns 65 Snow Tires 233 Solvent type Cleaners 246 Sound System 123 Spare Tire Inflating 254 Specifi...

Page 309: ...g 255 Towing ATrailer 180 Emergency Wrecker 277 Traction Devices 233 Transmission Checking Fluid Level Automatic 213 Fluid Selection 213 Identification Number 280 Shifting the Automatic 162 Treadwear...

Page 310: ...the Steering 68 Alignment and Balance 230 Compact Spare 254 Windows Cleaning 249 Operating the Power 95 Rear Defogger 67 Windshield Cleaning 65 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 223 Operation 65 Worn...

Page 311: ...Imp qt Automatic Transmission Fluid Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see page 213 Power Steering Fluid Genuine Honda Power St...

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