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2001 TL Online Reference Owner's Manual

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Contents

Introduction

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A Few Words About Safety

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Driver and Passenger Safety

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

Instruments and Controls

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

Comfort and Convenience Features

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

Before Driving

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

Driving

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

Maintenance

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

Appearance Care

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249

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

Taking Care of the Unexpected

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257

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

Technical Information

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285

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)

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299

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

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305

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index

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Service Information Summary

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

Owner's Identification Form

Your Car at a Glance

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Summary of Contents for 2001 3.2 CL

Page 1: ...and other cargo Driving 163 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 191 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehi...

Page 2: ...l covers all models of the Acura 3 2 TL You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the car a...

Page 3: ...nt When your car needs maintenance keep in mind that your Acura dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Acura Your Acura dealer is dedicated to your satisfacti...

Page 4: ...such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions Of course it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your car You mus...

Page 5: ...RE EL LE EA AS SE E B BU UT TT TO ON N A AI IR RB BA AG GS S A AU UT TO OM MA AT TI IC C T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N C CL LI IM MA AT TE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L S SY YS ST TE EM M P P 7 79 9...

Page 6: ...NI IN NG G L LI IG GH HT TS S W WI IN ND DS SH HI IE EL LD D W WI IP PE ER RS S W WA AS SH HE ER RS S T TI IL LT T A AD DJ JU US ST TM ME EN NT T R RE EA AR R W WI IN ND DO OW W D DE EF FO OG GG GE ER...

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Page 8: ...utions 20 Protecting Children 21 All Children Must Be Restrained 21 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 22 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 22 If You Must Drive with Sever...

Page 9: ...who is too small for a seat belt must be properly restrained in a child safety seat See page Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous To reduce the possibility of such...

Page 10: ...ll advantage of these safety features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly Driver and Passenger Safe...

Page 11: ...you to wear seat belts When properly worn seat belts For your safety and the safety of your passengers your car is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions Not wearing a seat belt properly in...

Page 12: ...to supplement the seat belts Always wear your seat belt properly and sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard To do their job airbags must inflate with tremendous f...

Page 13: ...dvantage of the protection offered by seat belts and the energy absorbing materials in the seats Move the front seats as far back as possible and keep adjustable seat backs in an upright position when...

Page 14: ...nformation about how you can maximize your safety Remember however that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in severe crashes even when seat belts are properly worn and...

Page 15: ...ing a door when you come to a stop See page for how to lock the doors For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and a...

Page 16: ...r back against the seat and move the seat as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining full control of the car Also make sure your front seat passenger moves the seat as far...

Page 17: ...hance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright positio...

Page 18: ...h injuries See page for how to adjust the head restraints Insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched Also check that the belt is not twisted...

Page 19: ...houlder part then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body If the seat belt touch...

Page 20: ...upant in a crash Anyone using a seat belt that is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed Have your Acura dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page for additional information...

Page 21: ...For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition an...

Page 22: ...risk of injuries to both the mother and her unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating airbag Each time you have a check up ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive Remember to k...

Page 23: ...e airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel or on top of the dashboard they could be injured if the front airbags inflate Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the...

Page 24: ...unrestrained or not properly restrained In fact vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under So if you have children or if you ever need to drive with a grandchil...

Page 25: ...that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in the back seat In the back seat children are less likely to be injured by striking hard interior parts during a collision or hard braking...

Page 26: ...ld sit in the back seat properly restrained with a seat belt See page for important information about protecting larger children 37 Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety Infants Never put a...

Page 27: ...ard and on the driver s and front passenger s visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels To remind you of the front airbag hazards your car has warning labels on the driver s and f...

Page 28: ...another adult ride with the child in the back seat The back seat is far safer for a child than the front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear a seat be...

Page 29: ...afety Standard 213 CMVSS 213 Look for the manufacturer s statement of compliance on the box and seat Children who play in cars can accidentally get trapped inside the trunk Teach your children not to...

Page 30: ...all vehicle seating positions A child who is too large for a rear facing child seat and who can sit up without support should be restrained in a forward facing child seat See page for additional infor...

Page 31: ...lision an inflating front airbag can kill or seriously injure the child Never in the front seat due to the front airbag hazard Not recommended due to the front airbag hazard If a small child must ride...

Page 32: ...e it and store it in a safe place or make sure it is properly secured An unsecured child seat can be thrown around the car during a crash or sudden stop and injure someone All child seats must be secu...

Page 33: ...lining mode If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant If an infant must be closely watched we recommend tha...

Page 34: ...clicking noise as the belt retracts After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to...

Page 35: ...seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving ma...

Page 36: ...ed reclining angle it may help to put a rolled up towel under the toe of the child seat as shown For proper protection an infant must ride in a reclined or semi reclined position To determine the prop...

Page 37: ...gh force to cause very serious or fatal injuries If a small child must be closely watched we recommend that another adult sit in the back seat with the child If it is necessary to put a forward facing...

Page 38: ...noise as the belt retracts After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat th...

Page 39: ...on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If t...

Page 40: ...the shoulder part of the belt to properly fit we recommend that the child use a booster seat until the child is tall enough to use the seat belt without a booster The following pages give instruction...

Page 41: ...hance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt Follow the instructions on page T...

Page 42: ...The side airbag also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries A child may continue using a booster seat u...

Page 43: ...rvise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Move the...

Page 44: ...rovide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration then tighten the st...

Page 45: ...light on the instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to fasten your belts If the driver s seat belt is not fastened before the ignition is turned ON II the light will come on and a beeper...

Page 46: ...eded All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the...

Page 47: ...et for details If a seat belt is worn during a crash you should have your dealer inspect the belt and replace it if necessary A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of...

Page 48: ...you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision the sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control unit will instantly inflate the fr...

Page 49: ...ly one airbag to inflate This can occur when the severity of a collision is at the margin or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy In such cases the seat belt will provide s...

Page 50: ...ks and both are marked SIDE AIRBAG If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or...

Page 51: ...bag automatic cutoff system may not work properly See your Acura dealer as soon as possible When you turn the ignition ON II this indicator will light briefly then go out This tells you that the syste...

Page 52: ...the side airbag the system may also shut off the side airbag If the side airbag indicator light comes on you should have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the deployment path of t...

Page 53: ...erly Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself This must be done by an Acura dealer or a...

Page 54: ...in an unconfined area with the engine running adjust the climate control system as follows Your car s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the...

Page 55: ...that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Acura dealer for a replacement U S models only U S models Canadian models Safety L...

Page 56: ...72 Cruise Control 72 Remote Audio Controls 75 Keys and Locks 76 Keys 76 Immobilizer System 77 Ignition Switch 78 Power Door Locks 79 Remote Transmitter 81 Childproof Door Locks 84 Trunk 84 Emergency...

Page 57: ...E EL LE EA AS SE E H HA AN ND DL LE E M MI IR RR RO OR R C CO ON NT TR RO OL LS S A AU UD DI IO O S SY YS ST TE EM M F FU UE EL L F FI IL LL L D DO OO OR R R RE EL LE EA AS SE E H HA AN ND DL LE E C C...

Page 58: ...EA AM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R P P 5 59 9 S SU UP PP PL LE EM ME EN NT TA AL L R RE ES ST TR RA AI IN NT T S SY YS ST TE EM M...

Page 59: ...t belts A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car This light has two functions This indicat...

Page 60: ...irbag automatic cutoff system For complete information see page This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates that the passenger s side ai...

Page 61: ...right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see page Replace the bul...

Page 62: ...ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 This lights when you set the cruise control See page for information on operating the cruise control This light comes on as a reminder that you mus...

Page 63: ...ever drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone Gauges Instruments and Controls Speedometer Tachometer 60 T TA AC CH HO OM ME ET TE ER R S SP PE EE ED DO OM ME ET TE ER R F FU UE EL L G GA AU UG...

Page 64: ...umber resets to 0 0 Both trip meters will reset if the car s battery goes dead or is disconnected The trip meter shows the number of miles U S or kilometers Canada driven since you last reset it There...

Page 65: ...e to near the upper red mark If it reaches the red Hot mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to page for instructions and precautions on checking the engine s cooling system This indicator dis...

Page 66: ...tenance is done by someone other than your Acura dealer reset the indicator as follows For the first 6 000 miles 9 600 km after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset it will come on for two seco...

Page 67: ...the cruise control Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instruments and Controls 64 M MO OO ON NR RO OO OF F S SW WI IT TC CH H I IN NS ST TR RU UM ME EN NT T P PA AN NE EL L B BR RI IG GH HT TN NE ES SS...

Page 68: ...nal lever back lightly then release it The high beams will come on and go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back no matter what position the headlight switch is in The...

Page 69: ...revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch 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 th...

Page 70: ...mplete the turn The dial on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights Turn the dial to adjust the brightness To signal a lane change push lightly on the turn signal l...

Page 71: ...the rotary switch If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h In intermittent the wip...

Page 72: ...er This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield Push the button to the right of the clock to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and bot...

Page 73: ...the car Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged When clean...

Page 74: ...your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position Make sure you have securely lo...

Page 75: ...r cruising on straight open highways It is not recommended for conditions such as city driving winding roads slippery roads heavy rain or bad weather You should have full control of the car under thos...

Page 76: ...km h Push on the accelerator pedal Ac celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button The cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills If your s...

Page 77: ...foot off the accelerator pedal The car will return to the set cruising speed Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause the cruise control to cancel You can cancel the cruise control in any of t...

Page 78: ...edal the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way The system remembers the previously set cruisi...

Page 79: ...aster keys and a valet key The master key fits all the locks on your car Ignition Doors Glove box Trunk pass through cover You should have received a key number plate with your keys You will need this...

Page 80: ...metal Keep other keys away from your car s key and the ignition switch while trying to start the engine If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key contact your Acura dealer Th...

Page 81: ...START III 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 de...

Page 82: ...key The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key s coding see page You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or ACCESS...

Page 83: ...lock tab on the driver s door all doors lock Pulling up the lock tab on the driver s door only unlocks that door The lock tab on each passenger s door only locks and unlocks that door To lock any pass...

Page 84: ...position will come on when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open any door the light stays on for about 10 seconds then fades out If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 10...

Page 85: ...te transmitter You can also turn the ignition switch to ON II Panic mode will not activate if the ignition switch is in the ON II position When the remote transmitter s battery begins to get weak it m...

Page 86: ...o 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 operation This d...

Page 87: ...also need to be reprogrammed The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge With...

Page 88: ...handle To close the trunk press down on the trunk lid See page for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and to prev...

Page 89: ...re your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature For more information about...

Page 90: ...The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls Glove Box 87 G GL LO OV VE E B BO OX X An open glove box can cause serious injury to y...

Page 91: ...t device during training Repeatedly pressing the remote control button could burn out the motor The HomeLink transmitter stores the code in a permanent memory There should be no need to retrain the tr...

Page 92: ...ton you want to train If you just took delivery of your vehicle and have not trained any of the buttons in the HomeLink transmitter before you should erase any previously learned codes before training...

Page 93: ...ing 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 able to verify this with the manufactur...

Page 94: ...ay blink or come on and stay on You then have approximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps Press and release the button on the HomeLink transmitter The same button you trained with the Tra...

Page 95: ...of the device To train an already programmed transmitter button to operate a new device Select the transmitter button you want to train Press and hold the transmitter button until the red light begins...

Page 96: ...with the ignition switch in any position Make all adjustments before you start driving The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom The horizontal switch adjusts...

Page 97: ...h in the direction you want to move Make all seat adjustments before you start driving You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position See pages for important safety information and w...

Page 98: ...t the restraint as high as possible Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the lumbar support through its full rang...

Page 99: ...ile driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair pull it up as far as it will g...

Page 100: ...e rear seat armrest is located at the center of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it The pass through cover can be opened from either side it folds forward onto the center armrest Open the cover by s...

Page 101: ...ch must be ON II to use them Push the front of the switch HI to rapidly heat up the seat After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature select LO by pushing the back of the switch This will keep the...

Page 102: ...powered Turn the ignition switch to ON II to raise or lower any window Each door has a switch that controls its window To open the window push the switch down and hold it Release the switch when you...

Page 103: ...annot be raised or lowered The MAIN switch does not affect the driver s window Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them selves by operating the windows uni...

Page 104: ...of the switch Release the switch when the moonroof gets to the desired position Make sure everyone s hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it Keep the inside and outside mirrors c...

Page 105: ...or R passenger s side The inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare To turn on this feature press the button on the bottom of the mirror The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder When it...

Page 106: ...dal down with your foot To release the parking brake push on the pedal again The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine runn...

Page 107: ...ward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 To set the clock Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time Press and...

Page 108: ...ose lower the lid and push it down until it latches 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 In...

Page 109: ...vot 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 compartments can also be used as ashtrays...

Page 110: ...u are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior Th...

Page 111: ...iding out the extension To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on positions Make sur...

Page 112: ...re driving Your car has two accessory power sockets One is located on the front panel next to the coin box and the other is in the console compartment To use an accessory power socket the ignition swi...

Page 113: ...er element These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps To use the socket in the console compartment pull the cover up The ceiling lig...

Page 114: ...e ignition switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light Push the...

Page 115: ...Lift the lid to reach the storage trays To reinstall the CD holder into the dashboard close the lid then push the CD holder in until it latches CD Holder Instruments and Controls 112...

Page 116: ...omatic Operation 121 Semi automatic Operation 122 Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor 126 Audio System 127 Operating the Radio 128 Adjusting the Sound 132 Audio System Lighting 133 Radio Frequencies 13...

Page 117: ...ustable For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling the engine must be running The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep th...

Page 118: ...Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 115 P PA AS SS SE EN NG GE ER R S S S SI ID DE E V VE EN NT T R RE EA AR R V VE EN NT TS S D DI IA AL L T TA AB BS S...

Page 119: ...r limit 90 F 32 C the system runs at full cooling or heating only It does not regulate the interior temperature When the temperature is set between the lower and upper limits the system regulates the...

Page 120: ...the A C off the sys tem cannot regulate the inside tem perature if you set the dial below the outside temperature With the A C on use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air...

Page 121: ...air is brought in from outside the car Fresh Air mode You can for example manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes Use the MODE button to select the...

Page 122: ...nts The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de froster vents at the base of the wind shield The main air flow comes from the floor vents The main air flow comes from the dashboard ven...

Page 123: ...lly 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 the dashboard When you turn off by pressing th...

Page 124: ...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 When you set the temperature to i...

Page 125: ...ual selection causes the indicator in the AUTO button to go out 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 Semi aut...

Page 126: ...nually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes When you turn the A C off the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you set it below the outside t...

Page 127: ...comes from the floor vents The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de froster vents at the base of the wind shield Use the MODE icons to select the vents the air flows from Some air w...

Page 128: ...can increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing the button again the system returns to its former settings This button turns the rear...

Page 129: ...and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 130: ...low you to easily select your favorite stations The anti theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the car s battery To get the system working again you must enter a code number...

Page 131: ...switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II to operate the audio system Turn the system on by pushing the PWR VOL knob Adjust the volume by turning the same knob Audio System Comfort and Convenience Featur...

Page 132: ...nd radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN AUTO SELECT and the Preset buttons The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SC...

Page 133: ...that does not have a station stored To activate Auto Select press the A SEL button A SEL will flash in the display and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds It automatically scans bot...

Page 134: ...as described previously Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre viously When you return home turn off Auto Select by pressing the A SEL button The preset buttons will then sele...

Page 135: ...e done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE control knob to get it to...

Page 136: ...weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to...

Page 137: ...cted 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 of a change in c...

Page 138: ...er problems Do not play discs with disc accessories such as protective seals or rubbers Using them may also cause the audio system to malfunction When the system reaches the end of the disc it will re...

Page 139: ...utton again to turn it off 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 to skip backward to the beginning of t...

Page 140: ...FM or AM button When you switch back to CD mode the system selects the same unit in dash or changer that was playing when you switched out of CD mode To use the SKIP REPEAT and RANDOM functions refer...

Page 141: ...extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the magazine A new CD may be rough...

Page 142: ...n the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Acura dealer Solution Cause Consult your Acura dealer Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal Contr...

Page 143: ...in magazine Consult your Acura dealer Press the magazine eject button and insert an empty magazine If the code disappears within a few seconds unit is OK If it does not consult your Acura dealer Pres...

Page 144: ...orpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Operating the Cassette Player 141 R RE EP PE EA AT T...

Page 145: ...play To fast forward the tape push the FF button You will see FF displayed Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fas...

Page 146: ...of a song or passage To skip to the beginning of a song or passage currently playing push the button You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds To skip to the beginning of the next s...

Page 147: ...cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place cassettes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight high heat or high humidity If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat...

Page 148: ...press the AM or FM button on the audio system s front panel If you are playing a cassette use the AUDIO CH button to advance to the next selection You will see FF blinking in the display when you pre...

Page 149: ...audio system s serial number in this Owner s Manual If you should happen to lose the card you must obtain the code number from your Acura dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If...

Page 150: ...ar or remove the radio This alarm continues for two minutes then the system resets To reset an alarming system before the two minutes have elapsed unlock either front door with the key or the remote t...

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Page 152: ...ction will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 150 Gasoline 150 Service Station Procedures 151 Filling the Fuel Ta...

Page 153: ...ncing additive called MMT If you use such gasolines your emissions control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this happens co...

Page 154: ...ear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door 1 2 3 CONTINUED Filling the Fuel Tank Service Station Procedures Before Driving 151 F FU UE EL...

Page 155: ...be a problem with this system Consult your dealer Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten it until it clicks several times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may co...

Page 156: ...supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before the...

Page 157: ...minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil Remove the dipstick orange handle Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel Insert it all the way back in its tube 1 2 3 Before...

Page 158: ...MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to on page for information on checking other items in your Acura 4 205 210 203 Service Stat...

Page 159: ...he outside air temperature is moderate Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a constant speed Every time you slow down and speed up your car uses extra fuel Use the cruise control when appro...

Page 160: ...ifications on the page for additional information When properly installed cellular phones alarms two way radios and low powered audio systems should not interfere with your car s computer controlled s...

Page 161: ...interfere with the operation of the car s anti lock brakes and other systems If a side airbag inflates a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the car...

Page 162: ...allows you to carry longer items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your car s handling stability and operation and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be...

Page 163: ...re towing a trailer The final number is the total weight of cargo you can carry If you are towing a trailer add the tongue weight to the number above Add up the weight of all occupants To figure out h...

Page 164: ...e trunk The cargo net can be used to help hold down items stored in the trunk To use the cargo net hook it to the buttons on the floor and sides of the trunk You can use the cargo net in several confi...

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Page 166: ...164 Starting the Engine 165 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 165 Automatic Transmission 166 Shift Lever Position Indicator 166 Shift Lever Positions 167 Engine Speed Limiter 173 Shift Lock R...

Page 167: ...hat your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page Turn the ignition switch ON II Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel Start the engine see page Check the gauges and indicator l...

Page 168: ...tion 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 the engine does not race An engine...

Page 169: ...ft lever is in The illuminated number next to the D indicator shows you the gear you have selected in the Sequential SportShift mode The D indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the igniti...

Page 170: ...n manually You cannot shift out of Park with the brake pedal depressed when the ignition switch is in LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I Whenever you move the shift lever slide it along the guide on the console 5...

Page 171: ...ark To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a complete stop and then shift If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page If you cannot s...

Page 172: ...shift gears much like a manual transmission but without a clutch pedal To enter the Sequential SportShift mode move the shift lever to the left To return to D move the shift lever to the right When yo...

Page 173: ...Speed range under 18 mph 29 km h under 34 mph 55 km h To shift from 4 3 5 4 Speed range under 34 mph 55 km h under 47 mph 75 km h The transmission will also shift automatically as the vehicle comes t...

Page 174: ...dicator is flashing the transmission will downshift and the display will show the selected lower gear If the transmission temperature is below 14 F 10 C you may not be able to use the Sequential Sport...

Page 175: ...s you more power and increased engine braking For faster acceleration when in D D or D you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to the floor The transmi...

Page 176: ...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 red zone This allows you to move the shift lever out of Par...

Page 177: ...ll metal plate neither are included in the tool kit to remove the cover Carefully pry off the edge of the cover Remove the screwdriver from the Shift Lock Release slot then reinstall the cover Make su...

Page 178: ...heels toward the curb Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes Set the parking brake before...

Page 179: ...ormal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Since a longer distance is needed to stop with wet brakes be extra cautious and alert in your driving Your Acura is equipped with disc brake...

Page 180: ...brakes has two separate circuits Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle the left front brake is connected with the right rear brake etc If one circuit should develop a problem you will stil...

Page 181: ...aler inspect your car as soon as possible Always steer moderately when you are braking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the ro...

Page 182: ...h 30 km h The TCS monitors the speed of all four wheels When it senses a front wheel losing traction it applies braking to that wheel The TCS indicator flashes when this occurs The TCS indicator will...

Page 183: ...that the TCS system has turned off After the brakes have cooled down usually for about 10 minutes the TCS will turn back on and the indicator will turn off This switch is under the side vent It lets...

Page 184: ...along with the ABS indicator if there is a problem in the anti lock brake system see on page The TCS indicator may occasionally come on for one or two seconds and then go out This is normal The TCS in...

Page 185: ...can cause loss of control in wet weather Be extra cautious for the first few miles kilometers of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions This is especially true in snow A person...

Page 186: ...side temperature is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can change without warning Be careful when downshifting If tr...

Page 187: ...lbs 450 kg Towing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trail...

Page 188: ...trailer and 40 percent toward the rear then re adjust the load as needed on the front axle on the rear axle and Driving Towing a Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR...

Page 189: ...nd trailer weights are within limits is to have them checked at a public scale Using a suitable scale or a special tongue load gauge check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combinatio...

Page 190: ...nverter you can get the connector and pins that mate with the connector in your car from your Acura dealer Your car has a trailer lighting connector located in the trunk by the left taillight To use t...

Page 191: ...a trailer Even if they don t you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you or if the trailer creates a blind spot Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items a...

Page 192: ...let the engine cool If the transmission shifts frequently between 4th and 5th gears while going up a hill shift to D And if the transmission shifts frequently between 3rd and 4th gears shift to D Dri...

Page 193: ...e someone guide you when backing up Grip the of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right If y...

Page 194: ...rd 201 Owner Maintenance Checks 203 Fluid Locations 204 Engine Oil 205 Adding Oil 205 Recommended Oil 205 Synthetic Oil 206 Additives 207 Changing the Oil and Filter 207 Cooling System 210 Adding Engi...

Page 195: ...on This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks such as checking and adding oil Any service items not detailed in this section should be performed by an Acura technician or other qu...

Page 196: ...engine is off This will help to eliminate several potential hazards To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline or batteries Use a commercially available de...

Page 197: ...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 within the legal speed...

Page 198: ...formance and durability Your authorized Acura dealer knows your car best and can provide competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Main...

Page 199: ...nd adjust drive belts Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant Replace transmission fluid Inspect front and rear brakes Replace brake fluid Check parking brake adjustment Replace air conditioning fil...

Page 200: ...n A B C Do items in A Do items in A B D Do items in A Do items in A B C Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Do items in A B C D Do items in A Replace timing belt and inspect water pump Inspect...

Page 201: ...itions of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls Vehicle underbody Rotate tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Inspect every 7 500 miles...

Page 202: ...km 30 000 mi 48 000 km 2 yrs 33 750 mi 54 000 km 37 500 mi 60 000 km 41 250 mi 66 000 km 45 000 mi 72 000 km 3 yrs 48 750 mi 78 000 km 52 500 mi 84 000 km 56 250 mi 90 000 km 60 000 mi 96 000 km 4 yr...

Page 203: ...inspect water pump Check idle speed Clean air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Do items in A B C Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace timing belt and inspect...

Page 204: ...or dealer stamp 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 You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here...

Page 205: ...nature 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 Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Da...

Page 206: ...thly If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page Lights Check the operation of the headlights parking lights taillights high...

Page 207: ...p p W WA AS SH HE ER R F FL LU UI ID D B Bl lu ue e c ca ap p P PO OW WE ER R S ST TE EE ER RI IN NG G F FL LU UI ID D R Re ed d c ca ap p B BR RA AK KE E F FL LU UI ID D G Gr ra ay y c ca ap p A AU U...

Page 208: ...use a premium grade detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements It is...

Page 209: ...oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20 F 7 C You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil it displays the API Certification S...

Page 210: ...car should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic Run the en...

Page 211: ...e remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Acura dealer is required to remove the filter Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it Put a new washer on the dr...

Page 212: ...inutes then check the oil level If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick Refill the engine with the recom mended oil Engine oil change capacity including filter 9 8 7...

Page 213: ...t does not require any additional mixing 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 a...

Page 214: ...cooling system Make sure the engine and radiator are cool Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolan...

Page 215: ...Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic The cooling system should be comple...

Page 216: ...e splash guard Loosen the drain bolt at the rear of the engine cylinder block Turn the ignition ON II Turn the heater temperature control dial to maximum heat climate control to 90 F 32 C Turn off the...

Page 217: ...Pre mixing is not required The cooling system capacity is Start the engine and let it run for about 30 seconds Then turn off the engine Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck...

Page 218: ...up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark Start the engine and let it run until the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice Then stop the engine Check the lev...

Page 219: ...fluid on a clean cloth This will help to condition the blade edges Check the reservoir s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap The low washer level indica...

Page 220: ...the maintenance schedule If you are not sure how to add fluid contact your Acura dealer Always use Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid If it is not available you may use a DEXRON III automatic...

Page 221: ...s a temporary replacement However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fl...

Page 222: ...ible A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cle...

Page 223: ...r such as a service station ask your Acura dealer to do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the dr...

Page 224: ...ewdriver Remove the cover on the front cylinder bank by pulling it straight up Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils The spark plugs in your car are a special platinu...

Page 225: ...f a turn after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque Use a wrench to remove the hexagon socket head cap bolt holding the ignition coil Remove the ignition coil by pulling it straight out Rem...

Page 226: ...le putting its mounting clip in the hole on the passenger s side Secure the cover by turning the heads of the two holding clips one quarter turn clockwise with a flat tipped screwdriver NGK DENSO 8 11...

Page 227: ...re corrosion Check the condition of your car s battery monthly You should check the color of the test indicator window and for corrosion on the terminals Remove the battery cover Check the battery con...

Page 228: ...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 CONTINUED B...

Page 229: ...code see page 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 Navigation Syst...

Page 230: ...the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold it in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm To replace the blade Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Tur...

Page 231: ...old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield Slide the w...

Page 232: ...ple of things to make sure the air conditioning works efficiently Periodically check the engine s radiator and air conditioning condenser for leaves insects and dirt stuck to the front surface These b...

Page 233: ...is brought in from the outside through the climate control system Check the tension of the power steering belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys Check the condition of the t...

Page 234: ...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 to check air pressure how to inspect yo...

Page 235: ...e harshly are more prone to damage from road hazards and wear unevenly If you check the pressure when the tires are hot the car has been driven several miles you will see readings 4 to 6 psi 30 to 40...

Page 236: ...ou should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure Every time you check inflation you should also examine the tires for damage foreign objects and wear You should look for Bumps or...

Page 237: ...roperly balanced by the factory They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consis tent vibration while driving A tire should al...

Page 238: ...to match the perform ance capabilities of the car while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort and long life You should replace them with radial tires of the same size load range spe...

Page 239: ...at your Acura dealer Tire See page for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied with th...

Page 240: ...r for maximum speed recommen dations Because your Acura has limited tire clearance mount only SAE Class S cable type traction devices on the front tires Use traction devices only when required by driv...

Page 241: ...nce 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 Lights Maintenance 238 HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM HEA...

Page 242: ...an models If you find any bulbs are burned out replace them as soon as possible Refer to the chart on page to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed 289 Lights Maintenance 239 H HI IG GH H...

Page 243: ...adlight 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 alcohol and a clean cloth The headlights were proper...

Page 244: ...side remove the radiator reserve tank Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by squeezing the connector to unlock the tab then slide the connector off the bulb The front side marker turn signa...

Page 245: ...lights to make sure the new bulb is working Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bumper P...

Page 246: ...ter until it locks the center is flush with the head Screw the cargo net mounting button back into the hole Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Open the trunk Remove the...

Page 247: ...ll the socket Make sure the new bulb is working Use a small Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws Remove the lens from the license plate assembly Remove the bulb by pulling it straight ou...

Page 248: ...lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens Door light Pry on the top middle of the l...

Page 249: ...straight out of its metal tabs Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Push the cover back in place 1 2 3 4 Lights Maintenance Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb 246 D DO OO OR R L LI IG GH HT T T TR RU UN...

Page 250: ...n Nonporous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint If possible run the engine for a while periodically preferably once a month Leave one window open slightly if th...

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Page 252: ...k wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 250 Washing 250 Waxing 251 Aluminum Wheels 251 Paint Touch up 251 Interior Care 252 Carpeting...

Page 253: ...it into the shade and let the exterior cool down before you start Rinse the car thoroughly with cool water to remove loose dirt As you dry the car inspect it for chips and scratches that could allow...

Page 254: ...movers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Clean your Acura s aluminum alloy wheels as you do the rest of the exterior Wash them with...

Page 255: ...hooked over the floor mat anchor This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals If you remove the floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in y...

Page 256: ...ou can also use commercially available spray or foam type vinyl cleaners Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently Pay particular attention to the pleats and seams Clean the leather with a soft...

Page 257: ...to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces If you want to use an air freshener deodorizer in the interior of your car it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi cals t...

Page 258: ...car stays damp promoting corrosion in that area Removal of paint and protective coatings from the exterior and underside of the car Many corrosion preventive measures are built into your Acura You can...

Page 259: ...recognize the quality of original parts some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts You should investi gate this before any repairs have begun Body repairs can affect y...

Page 260: ...g your car towed Compact Spare Tire 258 Changing a Flat Tire 259 If Your Engine Won t Start 265 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 265 The Starter Operates Normally 266 Jump Sta...

Page 261: ...traction 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 espe...

Page 262: ...and take the spare tire out of its well Park the car on firm level and non slippery ground away from traffic Put the transmission in Park Apply the parking brake If you are towing a trailer unhitch th...

Page 263: ...ck is behind a cover in the right fender Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclock wise then pulling on the cover Loosen the five wheel nuts 1 2 turn with the wheel wrench 6 7 8 Taking Care...

Page 264: ...the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire Temporarily place the fl...

Page 265: ...ly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot f...

Page 266: ...e spare tire well Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt turn it over and put it back on the bolt Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole Remove the center cap before stor...

Page 267: ...d and lower the trunk floor Close the trunk lid Store the center cap in the trunk Make sure it does not get scratch ed or damaged 20 21 22 23 Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat Tire 264 Loo...

Page 268: ...cking sound or series of clicks or nothing at all Check these things Check the transmission interlock The transmission must be in Park or Neutral or the starter will not operate Turn the ignition swit...

Page 269: ...problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page If you find nothing wrong you will need a qualified technician to find the problem See on page Your car has the Immobilizer Syste...

Page 270: ...condition of the electrolyte If it seems slushy or like ice do not try jump starting until it thaws Turn off all the electrical acces sories climate control stereo system lights etc Put the transmissi...

Page 271: ...ion show you the order to connect the jumper cables Make sure to disconnect the cables in the reverse order Start your car If the starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections...

Page 272: ...t the parking brake Turn off the climate control and all other accessories Turn on the hazard warning indicators If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine If you do...

Page 273: ...erve tank see page If the level is below the MIN mark add coolant to halfway between the MIN and MAX marks Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum climate control to FULL AUTO...

Page 274: ...ee page Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If the light does not go out within ten seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can...

Page 275: ...omes on brightly when the engine is running it indicates that the charging system has stopped charging the battery Immediately turn off all electrical accessories radio climate control rear defogger c...

Page 276: ...ave the car checked by the dealer as soon as possible Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem Avoid full throttle acceleration and driving at high speed If you have recently refuel...

Page 277: ...et the test cannot be completed If your car s battery has been disconnected or gone dead these codes are erased It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again If poss...

Page 278: ...ll feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the car begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal The distance needed to stop will be much longer Slow down by shifting to...

Page 279: ...it with one of the same or lower rating Try closing the moonroof If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually Insert the moonroof...

Page 280: ...from a short circuit or overload These fuses are located in three fuse boxes The interior fuse boxes are located on each side of the dashboard To open an interior fuse box open the car door Pull the b...

Page 281: ...g out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under hood fuse box If something electrical in your car stops working the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse Determine from the chart...

Page 282: ...ly such as the accessory power socket or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse wi...

Page 283: ...t Used Right Headlight ABS F S Stop ACG Spare Fuse ABS Motor Hazard Battery Cooling Fan 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Back Up ACC Power Window Motor Spare Fuse Power Seat TCS Heater Motor Rear Defrost...

Page 284: ...A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 15 A 30 A 7 5 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 On Canadian models Moonroof Left Power Seat Reclining Heated Seat Driver s Power Seat Assistant Power Seat Right Seat Reclining...

Page 285: ...damage your car must be towed with the front wheels on the ground do the following Release the parking brake Start the engine Shift to D then to N Turn off the engine The tow truck uses two pivoting...

Page 286: ...dio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing Taking Care of the Unexpected 283 Trying to lift or tow your car by the bu...

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Page 288: ...A A B C 290 Temperature A B C 291 Oxygenated Fuels 292 Driving in Foreign Countries 293 Emissions Controls 294 The Clean Air Act 294 Crankcase Emissions Control System 294 Evaporative Emissions Contro...

Page 289: ...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 the Certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamp...

Page 290: ...ransmission The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block It is on the front Identification Numbers Technical Information 287 A AU UT TO OM MA AT TI IC C T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N N NU...

Page 291: ...p qt Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 0 13 Imp gal Excluding the oil remaining in the engine HFC 134a R 134a 25 27 oz 70...

Page 292: ...tio Spark plugs Water cooled 4 stroke SOHC VTEC 6 cylinder V6 gasoline engine Interior Under hood Capacity 12 V 65 AH 20 HR Headlights Front turn signal Side marker Parking lights Rear turn signal lig...

Page 293: ...rnment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving ha...

Page 294: ...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 and A represent higher levels of performance on th...

Page 295: ...erating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the per...

Page 296: ...d 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 emissions regulations and will be illegal to operate...

Page 297: ...ards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmo...

Page 298: ...is system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake...

Page 299: ...Acura part or its equivalent The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any com bustible materials that come near...

Page 300: ...ater date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle re tested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for re testing by doing the following Make sure the gas tank is nea...

Page 301: ...f you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds Then drive in city suburban traffic...

Page 302: ...Relations Information 300 Canada Zone Office Map 301 Warranty Coverages 302 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 303 Authorized Manuals 305 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relat...

Page 303: ...tions Office U S Owners Acura 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 Virg...

Page 304: ...and Customer Relations 301 Honda Canada Inc National Office CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENT LE Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 ACURA 9 Fax Toll free 1 87...

Page 305: ...verage are conditional Please read the warranty manual for exact information this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery provides coverage for as long as the pur chaser o...

Page 306: ...ry or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Acura Automobile Division American Honda Motor Co Inc If NHTSA receives simi...

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Page 308: ...1999 2001 Acura 3 2 TL Service Manual 1999 2001 Acura 3 2 TL Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 1999 2001 Acura 3 2 TL Body Repair Manual 2001 Acura 3 2 TL Owner s Manual 2001 Acura 3 2 TL Navigation M...

Page 309: ...er or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETR...

Page 310: ...on 166 Capacity Fluid 288 Checking Fluid Level 216 Shifting 166 Shift Lever Position Indicator 166 Shift Lever Positions 167 Shift Lock Release 173 Battery Charging System Indicator 56 272 Jump Starti...

Page 311: ...121 Clock Setting the 104 CO in the Exhaust 51 Coin Box 105 Cold Weather Starting in 165 Compact Spare 258 Console Compartment 105 Consumer Information 300 Controls Instruments and 53 Coolant Adding...

Page 312: ...3 Oil Pressure Indicator 56 271 Oil What Kind to Use 205 Overheating 269 Specifications 289 Speed Limiter 173 Starting 165 Ethanol in Gasoline 292 Evaporative Emissions Controls 294 Exhaust Fumes 51 E...

Page 313: ...g 240 Automatic Lighting Off Feature 66 Daytime Running Lights 66 High Beam Indicator 58 Lights On Indicator 58 Reminder Chime 65 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 240 Turning on 65 Head Restraints 95 High Alti...

Page 314: ...5 Parking 65 Turn Signal 67 Load Limit 160 LOCK Ignition Key Position 78 Lockout Prevention 80 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 78 Fuel Fill Door 151 Glove Box 87 Power Door 79 Trunk 84 Low Coolant Le...

Page 315: ...ent 243 Rear Seat Armrest 97 Rear View Mirror 101 Rear Window Defogger 70 Reclining the Seat Backs 94 Reminder Lights 55 Remote Audio Controls 145 Remote Transmitter 81 Replacement Information Air Cle...

Page 316: ...dicator Works 48 How Your Airbags Work 45 SRS Components 45 SRS Service 50 SRS Indicator 48 57 START Ignition Key Position 79 Starting the Engine 165 In Cold Weather at High Altitude 165 With a Dead B...

Page 317: ...el Automatic 216 Fluid Selection 217 Identification Number 287 Shifting the Automatic 166 Treadwear 233 290 Trip Meter 61 Trunk 84 Emergency Trunk Release 86 Opening the 84 Open Monitor Light 58 Turn...

Page 318: ...Washers 69 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 227 Operation 68 Worn Tires 233 Wrecker Emergency Towing 282 U S and Canada only Index IX...

Page 319: ...emium unleaded gasoline pump octane number of 91 or higher Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see page Honda Power Steering Fluid prefer...

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