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Climate Control System

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Fully-automatic Operation

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Semi-automatic Operation

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Fully-automatic Operation

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Semi-automatic Operation

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Rear Ventilation

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Sunlight Sensor/

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Temperature Sensor

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Audio System

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AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer

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Audio System

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Operating the Radio

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Adjusting the Sound

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Audio System Lighting

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Operating the Cassette

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Player

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Tape Search Functions

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Operating the CD Changer

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CD Changer Error

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Indications

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AM/FM/Cassette/CD Changer/

Satellite Digital Radio Audio

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System

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Operating the Radio

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Adjusting the Sound

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Audio System Lighting

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Radio Frequencies

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Radio Reception

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Digital Clock

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Operating the Cassette

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Player

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Tape Search Functions

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Caring for the Cassette

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Player

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Operating the CD Changer

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Protecting Compact Discs

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CD Changer Error

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Indications

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Satellite Digital Radio

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Operating Satellite Radio

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Receiving Satellite Radio

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Service

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Remote Audio Controls

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Theft Protection

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Security System

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Cruise Control

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HomeLink Universal

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Transceiver

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Customer Assistance

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Important Safety Precautions .

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Training HomeLink

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Training with a Rolling Code

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System

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Erasing Codes

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OnStar

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3.5 RL without Navigation System

U.S. 3.5 RL with Navigation System

3.5 RL without Navigation System

U.S. 3.5 RL with Navigation System

Comfort and Convenience Features

Comf ort and Convenience Features

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Summary of Contents for 2004 3.5 RL

Page 1: ...o break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 215 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 239 The Maintenance...

Page 2: ...covers all models of the 3 5 RL 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 vehicle and...

Page 3: ...to it at any time Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your car needs maintenance keep i...

Page 4: ...s 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 must use...

Page 5: ...ONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM AUDIO SYSTEM DRIVING POSITION MEMORY POWER WINDOW SWITCHES TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 88 P 103 P 98 P 96 P...

Page 6: ...TEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS CRUISE CONTROL VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS FOG LIGHTS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 72 P 76 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 71 P 76 P 73 75 P 75 I...

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Page 8: ...n 20 All Children Must Be Restrained 20 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 21 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 21 If You Must Drive with Several Children 23 If a Child Re...

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: ...ear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash a collapsible steering column and seat belt tensioners that automatically tighten the front seat belts in the event of a c...

Page 11: ...e designed to reduce the severity of injuries in a crash However you and your passengers can t take full advantage of these safety features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and In fact s...

Page 12: ...urse seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash But in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Your car...

Page 13: ...wear your seat belt properly and sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard How you adjust your seats and seat backs can also affect your safety For example sitting...

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: ...wheel is at risk of being seriously injured or killed by striking the steering wheel or from being struck by an inflating front airbag during a crash Your car has a door monitor light on the instrumen...

Page 16: ...National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers adjust the seat so the center of the chest is at least 10 inches away from the center of the steering wheel I...

Page 17: ...A passenger who sits too close to the dashboard could be injured if the front airbag inflates Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant s chest r...

Page 18: ...crash 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 twi...

Page 19: ...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 Anyone using a seat belt that is not working properly can be...

Page 20: ...justed their seats and put on seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright well back in their seats with their feet on the floor until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off...

Page 21: ...s okay for you to drive Remember to keep the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips Remember to get the best protection from your car s airbags and other safety features you must...

Page 22: ...g inflates a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the...

Page 23: ...ges 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be restrained whenever they ride in a vehicle 24 35 properly All...

Page 24: ...perly restrained with a seat belt See page for important information about protecting larger children If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very ser...

Page 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themselves or others Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside the trunk and be seriously injured or could die Tea...

Page 28: ...t s head neck and back See page for additional information on protecting infants Due to variations in the design of child seats vehicle seats and seat belts all child seats will not fit all vehicle se...

Page 29: ...itions Properly secure a forward facing child seat see page A small child in a forward facing child seat is also at risk If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward du...

Page 30: ...erent seating position or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured in the desired seating position All child seats are designed to be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of...

Page 31: ...iously injured during a frontal collision We recommend that an infant be restrained in a rear facing child seat until the infant is at least one year old reaches the seat maker s weight or height limi...

Page 32: ...h this type of seat belt If you have a child seat designed to be attached to the vehicle s LATCH anchorage system follow the instructions on page To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the sho...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...hild 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 child seat in the front move the vehicle seat as far to the...

Page 36: ...n insert the latch plate into the buckle If you have a child seat designed to be attached to the vehicle s LATCH anchorage system follow the instructions on page To activate the lockable retractor slo...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...nd important precautions for a child who must sit in the front seat If you are wearing a seat belt the child can be torn from your arms during a crash For example if your car crashes into a parked veh...

Page 39: ...booster seat This could result in serious neck and internal injuries during a crash This could cause very serious injuries during a crash It also increases the chance that the child will slide under...

Page 40: ...path of a deploying airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries Whichever style you select follow the booster seat maker s instructions If a child needs a booster seat we recommend choos...

Page 41: ...operly positioned and secured Physically a child must be large enough for the lap shoulder belt to properly fit over the hips chest and shoulder see pages and If the seat belt does not fit properly th...

Page 42: ...nder the rear window Since a tether can provide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available Tethers are required in Canada To use either outside anchorage poi...

Page 43: ...t designed for use with LATCH Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration then tighten the strap according to the child seat maker s instructions Make sure...

Page 44: ...ear left or right vehicle seat and attach the child seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker s instructions Small marks are positioned to indicate the locations of each anchor point...

Page 45: ...tether strap over the seat back between the legs of the head restraint Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker s instructions...

Page 46: ...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 8 Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety 43...

Page 47: ...d The beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light will stay on until the driver s seat belt is fastened Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar After exiting the vehicle be sure the...

Page 48: ...front passenger in place The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions The tensioners are independent of the airbag system so they can be activated during a collision that m...

Page 49: ...seat belt is worn during a crash it must be replaced by the dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also i...

Page 50: ...y backup power in case your car s electrical system is disconnected in a crash A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors the control unit th...

Page 51: ...the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal After inflating the front airbags immediately deflate so they won t interfere with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or...

Page 52: ...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 53: ...ag automatic cutoff system page When you turn the ignition ON II this indicator will light briefly then go out This tells you that the system is working properly If you see any of these indications yo...

Page 54: ...u turn the ignition switch to ON II the indicator should light briefly and go out see page If it doesn t light stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have the system...

Page 55: ...operly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a collision If rain or spilled water soaks into a seat back it can prevent the side airbag syste...

Page 56: ...ystem as shown below Your car s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your car properly Have the e...

Page 57: ...ld 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 Driver and Passe...

Page 58: ...er 76 Steering Wheel Adjustments 76 Keys and Locks 79 Keys 79 Immobilizer System 80 Ignition Switch 82 Power Door Locks 83 Remote Transmitter 84 Childproof Door Locks 87 Trunk 88 Emergency Trunk Opene...

Page 59: ...6 TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON HOOD RELEASE HANDLE AUDIO SYSTEM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM DOOR LOCK SWITCHES DRIVING POSITION MEMORY POWER WINDOW SWITCHES FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE MIRROR CONTROLS P 96 P 83...

Page 60: ...ALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP BRAKE LAMP INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTO...

Page 61: ...protect yourselves by fastening the seat 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 T...

Page 62: ...I or LOCK 0 without turning off the light switch this indicator will remain on A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver s door This indicator will also come on when the light switch i...

Page 63: ...ere is a problem with the VSA system Take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked Without VSA your car still has normal driving ability but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement S...

Page 64: ...gnal bulbs is burned out see page Replace the bulb as soon as possible since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch both turn signal lights blink Al...

Page 65: ...age This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch to ON II with the headlight switch off and the parking brake set It should go off if you turn on the headlights or release the parking brake...

Page 66: ...s are the speed in miles per hour mph The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm To protect the engine from damage never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone Gauge...

Page 67: ...number of miles U S or kilometers Canada driven since you last reset it There are two trip meters Trip A and Trip B Switch between these displays by pressing the Select button repeatedly Each trip met...

Page 68: ...hen you are driving on curvy or hilly roads This shows the temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gau...

Page 69: ...ion switch to ON II and then flash for ten seconds Press and hold the select and reset buttons next to the instrument pan el then turn the ignition switch ON II Hold the buttons for approximately ten...

Page 70: ...or the cruise control instrument panel brightness and the VSA System The switches for the rear window defogger and fog lights are under the audio system The steering wheel adjustment switch on the sid...

Page 71: ...n switch to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver s door The rotating switch on the...

Page 72: ...ecomes low at dusk for example The Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder The lights and indicator will turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light The lights will remain on w...

Page 73: ...turn the ignition off even if you set the parking brake The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you will not be drivin...

Page 74: ...e way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn To reduce glare at night the instru ment panel illumination dims when you t...

Page 75: ...position as soon as you release it You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam They will go off when you turn the headlights off or onto high beam With the light switch in the...

Page 76: ...h speed getting shorter as you drive faster In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rota...

Page 77: ...l you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield The windshield wiper arms have two parked positions Winter and Summer In the winter position the arms sit slightly above the...

Page 78: ...release it Push the red button to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warn...

Page 79: ...ide to side The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you d...

Page 80: ...l reaches the desired position Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest not toward your face and that you can see the instrument panel gauges and warning lights Locate the adjustment swi...

Page 81: ...to its original position when you insert the key back in the ignition switch Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the Driving Position Memory System see page 98 Controls Near the Steering Wh...

Page 82: ...ry to take them apart The master key fits all the locks on your car Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk pass through cover Glove box The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks You can keep the...

Page 83: ...u need a new key made take the key number plate the learning key and all other keys that came with your car to your Acura dealer The Immobilizer System protects your car from theft A properly coded ma...

Page 84: ...ice The system may not recognize 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...

Page 85: ...Park The anti theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key 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 sta...

Page 86: ...ting out of the vehicle push the lock tab down and close the door To lock the driver s door remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the master switch down then close...

Page 87: ...urtesy lights will come on when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open any door the lights stay on for about 10 seconds then fade out If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before...

Page 88: ...ic mode allows you to remotely activate your car s security system to attract attention When activated the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To activate panic mod...

Page 89: ...en the remote transmitter s battery begins to get weak it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the LED will get dim Replace the battery as soon as possible Battery typ...

Page 90: ...will need to have the replacement programmed to your car s system by your Acura dealer Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed As required by the FCC This device complies wit...

Page 91: ...t key does not work in this lock Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter for approximately one second see page To close the trunk press down on the trunk lid See page for car...

Page 92: ...with the master key Give the person the valet key Even if the trunk main switch is turned off you can open the trunk with the master key or the remote transmitter To open the trunk push the release l...

Page 93: ...f the handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key Glove Box Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls 90 An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenge...

Page 94: ...several directions The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle Make all seat adjustments before you start driving Your Acura has power adjustments for both front seats The two power seat ad...

Page 95: ...on by pushing the appropriate memory button Refer to page for how to memorize and select the seat positions Pull the center of the horizontal switch up to raise the seat Push it down to lower the seat...

Page 96: ...adjustments before you start driving You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position Vary the lumbar support by pushing the switch on the outside edge of the seat bottom Push the swit...

Page 97: ...ys and push the restraint down To adjust the tilt pivot the head restraint to the desired position The head restraints help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries They are mo...

Page 98: ...page The rear seat armrest is located at the center of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it The trunk pass through cover can be opened from either side it folds forward onto the center armrest Open t...

Page 99: ...ou start driving 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 is on...

Page 100: ...finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns off the adjustment button so you can t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the button Move the mirror right lef...

Page 101: ...unless the ignition switch is ON II You can recall a memorized position with the ignition switch in any position Two seat steering wheel and outside mirror positions for different drivers or driving...

Page 102: ...system will move the seat steering wheel and outside mirrors to the memorized positions The indicator light in the selected memory button will flash during movement When the adjustments are complete...

Page 103: ...pped with seat heaters The ignition switch 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 t...

Page 104: ...does not cycle with temperature changes In HI the heater turns off when the seat gets warm and turns back on after the seat s temperature drops It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI...

Page 105: ...Make sure the tip of the ski sleeve is resting on the center console After use make sure the ski sleeve is dry both inside and out before folding it up for storage This will help to prevent mildew Op...

Page 106: ...appropriate switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position To close the window pull back on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want Your ca...

Page 107: ...w switch briefly If the driver s window runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically it will stop and then reverse direction To close the window remove the obstacle then use the window swi...

Page 108: ...on the driver s window switch to close the window completely then hold the switch for a further second or two more Start the engine Push down on the driver s window switch until the window is fully op...

Page 109: ...tion cannot work with the moonroof in the tilt up position The moonroof has an AUTO function To open the moonroof fully pull the OPEN CLOSE switch backward firmly until it clicks then release it The m...

Page 110: ...ake the ABS indicator may come on and the ABS may not work properly The VSA system indicator will also come on along with the ABS indicator see page 58 225 Parking Brake Moonroof Parking Brake Instrum...

Page 111: ...hold the MIN button until the numbers advance to the desired time Press and hold the HOUR button until the hour advances to the desired hour The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switc...

Page 112: ...der to pop open while driving Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder To open the sunglasses holder push on the front edge It will unlatch and swing down To close it push it until i...

Page 113: ...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 The...

Page 114: ...and push it down until it latches To open the console compartment pull the lever and lift the lid You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid To use the tray lift the ar...

Page 115: ...nded by sliding 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 when you pull up the cover Make sure you put the sun visor...

Page 116: ...rette lighter element Route the wire through the notch in the edge of the console compartment The accessory power socket is located in the console compartment To use the accessory power socket pull do...

Page 117: ...ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II for the cigarette lighter to work To heat up the lighter push it in It will pop out when it is ready for use Do not hold the lighter in while it is heat...

Page 118: ...ushing on the lid To close the ashtray push it in until it clicks shut To remove it for emptying grasp the tab on the left side of the inner tray and lift it up and out Ashtrays Instruments and Contro...

Page 119: ...position the main lights come on when you open any door After all doors are closed tightly they dim slightly then fade out in about 10 seconds In the ON position far right the main lights stay on cont...

Page 120: ...If you relock the driver s door or close the driver s door with the key in the ignition switch the lights turn off immediately Otherwise they remain on then fade out in about 10 seconds The door court...

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Page 122: ...Frequencies 156 Radio Reception 156 Digital Clock 158 Operating the Cassette Player 159 Tape Search Functions 160 Caring for the Cassette Player 163 Operating the CD Changer 164 Protecting Compact Dis...

Page 123: ...center of each vent up and down and side to side The side vents can be opened and closed with the dials next to them The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of th...

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Page 125: ...on and set the fan control dial to AUTO then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial You will see FULL AUTO in the system s display The light above either the or button als...

Page 126: ...ature of the air flow to a comfortable setting With the A C in economy mode you will see A C ECON in the system s display Use this mode to get better fuel economy Press the A C button to operate the a...

Page 127: ...splay shows the mode selected Press the button four times to see all the modes These two buttons control the source of the air going into the sys tem In Fresh Air mode air is brought in from outside t...

Page 128: ...e floor vents 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 das...

Page 129: ...automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard...

Page 130: ...ly It does not regulate the interior temperature When the temperature is set between the lower and upper limits the system regulates the interior temperature to the set value In cold weather the fan w...

Page 131: ...em press the A C INFO button next to the display to show these functions Use the A C icons in the display to select the air conditioning mode You will see A C ON A C OFF or A C ECON activated in the d...

Page 132: ...m the vehicle s interior is sent through the system again Recircula tion mode When the indicator is off air is brought in from outside the vehicle Fresh Air mode You can for example manually put the s...

Page 133: ...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 comes from the dashboard vents The main air flow is divided bet...

Page 134: ...you select the A C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the...

Page 135: ...and down and side to side You can also adjust the amount of the air flow by sliding the air flow control lever under the upper vents Slide this lever upward to increase the amount of air flow Upper po...

Page 136: ...ed in the top of the dashboard 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 Co...

Page 137: ...with the same controls used for the radio See page for CD changer operation The anti theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle s battery To get the system working ag...

Page 138: ...e it press either SEEK button or then release it Depending on which SEEK button you press the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency It stops when it finds a station with a strong...

Page 139: ...cies with each preset button To store a frequency You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two fr...

Page 140: ...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 pressing the A SEL button The pr...

Page 141: ...the TUNE knob The displayed number shows you the current setting When the adjustment level reaches the center you will see These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker BAL...

Page 142: ...tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radio or CD changer while listening to a tape press the AM FM or CD button To change back to the cassette player press the TAPE button Dolby...

Page 143: ...You will see FF displayed Press the FF REW or PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward When the system reaches the end of the tape it reverses direction and begins to play Tape Se...

Page 144: ...sage 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 song push the button You will see FF flashing in the display as...

Page 145: ...REPEAT by pressing the button again Pressing the REW or FF button or either of the SKIP buttons also turns off REPEAT The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a...

Page 146: ...be in ACCESSORY I or ON II Load and play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems Avoid using CDs that have adhesive type labels The edges can curl up and...

Page 147: ...playing the last CD loaded If you stop loading CDs before all six positions are filled and you do not press the LOAD button the system will wait for ten seconds then stop the load operation and begin...

Page 148: ...tion 1 to 6 The system will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence It will then play the CD just loaded If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing the system will stop play...

Page 149: ...button You will see RDM in the display The system will then select and play tracks randomly This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing the RDM button again or you select a different...

Page 150: ...e CD button play will continue at the same point that it left off If you turn the system off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or the ignition switch play will continue at the same po...

Page 151: ...oad sequence so you can load another CD in that position If you do not load another CD after ten seconds the system begins playing the next disc in the changer If the changer is empty the system selec...

Page 152: ...will eject the next disc in the numerical order By doing this six times you can remove all the CDs from the changer In any mode if you press the CD eject button and hold it until you hear a beep the...

Page 153: ...to your Acura dealer Solution Cause Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs check for error indication Insert the CD again If the code does not disappear or the CD cannot be pulled out consult...

Page 154: ...controls used for the radio See page for CD changer operation The anti theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle s battery To get the system working again you must...

Page 155: ...a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play tha...

Page 156: ...es with each preset button To store a frequency You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two freq...

Page 157: ...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 pressing the A SEL button The pr...

Page 158: ...rning the TUNE knob The displayed number shows you the current setting When the adjustment level reaches the center you will see These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speak...

Page 159: ...e from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmospheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station...

Page 160: ...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 161: ...T to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 The audio system display usually shows the time when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY I or ON II To set the clock press and hold the CLOCK CD TAPE button until th...

Page 162: ...will begin playing where it left off Dolby noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette The indi cator will light in the display If the tape was not recorded with Dolby noise reduction turn it...

Page 163: ...button You will see FF displayed Press the FF REW or PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward When the system reaches the end of the tape it reverses direction and begins to play...

Page 164: ...sage 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 song push the button You will see FF flashing in the display as...

Page 165: ...to PLAY mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again Pressing the REW or FF button or either of the SKIP buttons also turns off REPEAT Th...

Page 166: ...ettes 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 or c...

Page 167: ...t be in ACCESSORY I or ON II Load and play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems Avoid using CDs that have adhesive type labels The edges can curl up an...

Page 168: ...ing the last CD loaded If you stop loading CDs before all six positions are filled and you do not press the LOAD button the system will wait for ten seconds then stop the load operation and begin play...

Page 169: ...n 1 to 6 The system will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence It will then play the CD just loaded If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing the system will stop playing...

Page 170: ...You will see RDM in the display The system will then select and play tracks randomly This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing the RDM button again or you select a different CD with...

Page 171: ...the AM FM button or insert a cassette in the player If a tape is already in the cassette player press the CD TAPE button When you return to CD mode by pressing the CD TAPE button play will continue a...

Page 172: ...ence so you can load another CD in that position If you do not load another CD after ten seconds the system begins playing the next disc in the changer If the changer is empty the system selects the p...

Page 173: ...disc in the numerical order By doing this six times you can remove all the CDs from the changer In any mode if you press the CD eject button and hold it until you hear a beep the system will eject al...

Page 174: ...its edges never touch either surface Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD These along with contamination from fingerprints liquids and felt tip pens can cause the CD to not play properly...

Page 175: ...ura dealer Indication Solution Cause Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs check for error indication Insert the CD again If the code does not disappear or the CD cannot be pulled out consult...

Page 176: ...oduce clear high quality digital reception It offers many channels in several categories Along with a large selection of different types of music satellite radio also allows you to view channel name a...

Page 177: ...es in the following sequence channel name channel number category artist name and music title You may experience periods when XM Radio does not transmit the artist s name and the song title informatio...

Page 178: ...tons Each button stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band To store a channel To store a channel Press the SAT Radio button until XM1 or XM2 appears in the display Once a...

Page 179: ...sate for this ground based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equato...

Page 180: ...usic types and styles will play Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east west road Driving in tunnels Driving on a road beside a vertical wall steep cliff or hill to the south...

Page 181: ...display After you ve registered with XM Radio keep your audio system in the SAT Radio mode while you await activation This should take about 30 minutes While awaiting activation make sure your vehicle...

Page 182: ...o 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 press the AUDIO CH button The system fast...

Page 183: ...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 184: ...ock starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it The security system helps to protect your car and valuables from...

Page 185: ...ator pedal It should be used for 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 ful...

Page 186: ...l comes on When climbing a steep hill the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the RESUME accel button...

Page 187: ...ke pedal lightly with your foot The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instru ment panel will go out When the vehicle slows to the desired speed press the SET decel button The vehicle will then maintain the...

Page 188: ...nt panel will go out and the vehicle will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way The system remembers the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelera...

Page 189: ...g training Repeatedly pressing the remote control button could burn out the motor HomeLink stores the code in a permanent memory There should be no need to retrain HomeLink if your car s battery goes...

Page 190: ...and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 20 seconds until the red light flashes Release the buttons then proceed to Step 1 If you are training the second or third button...

Page 191: ...ote control every two seconds until HomeLink has learned the code The red light in HomeLink should begin flashing It will flash slowly at first then rapidly When the red light flashes rapidly release...

Page 192: ...it again If it still does not work you may have a variable or rolling code garage door opener Test this by pressing and holding the HomeLink transceiver button you just trained If the red light blink...

Page 193: ...ximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps Make sure you have properly completed the Training HomeLink procedure Press and hold the button on HomeLink for 3 4 seconds The same button you trai...

Page 194: ...operation of the device To erase the codes stored in all three buttons press and hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash then release the buttons To train an already programm...

Page 195: ...ces The Luxury and Leisure Plan adds Information and Convenience Services Ride Assist Route Support The Directions and Connections Plan provides these additional features Online Concierge Services Rem...

Page 196: ...wers then explain your mistake The advisor will ask about the nature of the emergency locate your car and notify the appropriate emergency service agencies There is a problem in the system Press the O...

Page 197: ...you are ever in an accident that causes the airbags to deploy the OnStar system automatically places a call provided the OnStar system and your car s electrical system are still intact The advisor wil...

Page 198: ...OnStar advisor can make the arrangements for you Use the OnStar button or call 888 4 ONSTAR The OnStar advisor can give you verbal directions from your current location to a desired destination From y...

Page 199: ...hone number or the system responds with the wrong digit say Clear This will cause the system to erase the last digit If you need to cancel the phone call attempt before entering the complete phone num...

Page 200: ...too much background noise Repeat the command after a short pause With voice feedback off the system will respond with a tone rather than Ready or repeating each number you say Other responses will sti...

Page 201: ...y Call OnStar will respond with Nametag Please Say the nametag for the number you want to call OnStar will respond with Calling nametag then place the telephone call If you have forgotten what nametag...

Page 202: ...that digit Say the third digit of the code Say the fourth digit of the code OnStar will repeat that digit OnStar will respond with Security code number is now ON OFF If you forget the security code en...

Page 203: ...d your account number and PIN to access your account information and to design your customized profile If you do not have Internet access a default profile can be set up for you The system will connec...

Page 204: ...ning System GPS to locate your car for functions such as route guidance and roadside assistance GPS is affected by structures that can obstruct the signal such as tunnels parking structures and tall b...

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Page 206: ...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 204 Gasoline 204 Service Station Procedures 205 Filling the Fuel Ta...

Page 207: ...nes contain an octane enhancing 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...

Page 208: ...ecovery system to help keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with this system Consult your deale...

Page 209: ...tches Standing in front of the vehicle reach in between the hood and the front bumper with your finger Slide the latch handle Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten it until it clicks at least three...

Page 210: ...e Lift the hood up most of the way The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up To close the hood lower it to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then press down firmly wi...

Page 211: ...for information on adding the proper coolant Remove the dipstick again and check the level It should be between the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see on page Insert it a...

Page 212: ...least monthly The condition of your car and your driving habits are the two most important things that affect the fuel mileage you get Always maintain your car according to the maintenance schedule Th...

Page 213: ...rload electrical circuits see page Before installing any accessory However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed your car s electrical system capacity they can interfere with th...

Page 214: ...rmarket wheels because they are a universal design can cause excessive stress on suspension components Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s anti lock b...

Page 215: ...rger heavier items In addition the trunk pass through allows you to carry longer items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your car s handling stability stopping distan...

Page 216: ...will be four 150 lbs occupants in your car the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 250 lbs 4 150 lbs 600 lbs 850 lbs 600 lbs 250 lbs If your car will be towing a trailer load from...

Page 217: ...formation Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle...

Page 218: ...Preparing to Drive 216 Starting the Engine 217 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 217 Automatic Transmission 218 Shift Lever Position Indicator 218 Shift Lever Positions 218 Engine Speed Limite...

Page 219: ...eat 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 lights in the instrument panel see page Vi...

Page 220: ...ot race An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters adds to the problem Use the following procedure Turn off all electrical access...

Page 221: ...ons It must be in Park or Neutral to start the engine When you are stopped in D D 2 1 N or R press firmly on the brake pedal and keep your foot off the accelerator pedal The D indicator comes on for a...

Page 222: ...fore you can remove the key from the ignition switch To shift to Reverse from Park see the explanation under Park To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a complete stop and then shift Push down on t...

Page 223: ...he transmission in second gear It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop Second gives you more power when climbing and increased engine braking when going down steep hills Use second...

Page 224: ...move the cover Carefully pry on the edge of the cover Push down on the key and move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot Remove the key from the Shift L...

Page 225: ...brake is not fully released it does not indicate that the parking brake is firmly set Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your car may roll if it is parked on an incline Make sure the parkin...

Page 226: ...he 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 they feel normal If no...

Page 227: ...to prevent the wheels from locking up and skidding during hard braking allowing you to retain steering control When the front tires skid you lose steering control the vehicle continues straight ahead...

Page 228: ...g ability You should have the dealer inspect your car as soon as possible if this light stays on after you start the engine or comes on while driving it only helps with steering control during braking...

Page 229: ...s as instructed on page If the brakes feel normal drive slowly and have your car repaired by your dealer as soon as possible Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and...

Page 230: ...ns more or less than desired It also assists you in maintaining traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces It does this by regulating the engine s output and by selectively applyin...

Page 231: ...the VSA Activation Indicator light comes on as a reminder Pressing the switch again turns the system back on If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned ON II there may be a p...

Page 232: ...act spare tire installed see page If you install winter tires make sure they are the same size as those that were originally supplied with your car Exercise the same caution during winter driving as y...

Page 233: ...conditions Always drive slower than you would in dry weather It takes your car longer to react even in conditions that may seem just barely damp Apply smooth even pressure to all the controls Abrupt s...

Page 234: ...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 235: ...e approximately 10 percent of the trailer weight Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway Too much tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control The tot...

Page 236: ...cked 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 combination a fully loaded vehicle and trailer then recheck the to...

Page 237: ...chains Make sure they are secured to both the trailer and hitch and that they cross under the tongue so they can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched Leave enough slack to allow the trailer to tu...

Page 238: ...se a converter you can get the connector and pins that mate with the connector in your car from your Acura dealer Since lighting and wiring vary in trailer type and brand you should also have a qualif...

Page 239: ...irrors 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 are recommended or required for your towing situation The...

Page 240: ...d and follow the guidelines discussed below Drive slower than normal in all driving situations and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers Use the D position when towing a trailer on level...

Page 241: ...el 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 Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can disrupt y...

Page 242: ...Record 249 Owner Maintenance Checks 251 Fluid Locations 252 Engine Oil 253 Adding Oil 253 Recommended Oil 253 Synthetic Oil 254 Additives 254 Changing the Oil and Filter 255 Cooling System 257 Adding...

Page 243: ...e best way to protect your investment Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers It will also reward you with more economical trouble free driving and help reduce...

Page 244: ...degreaser or parts cleaner not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the battery and all fuel related parts Before you begin any maintenance make sure your car is parked...

Page 245: ...rating see page The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you will use your car as normal transportation for passengers and their possessions You should als...

Page 246: ...es the work fill out the Maintenance Record Check your warranty booklet for more information We recommend the use of Acura parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to...

Page 247: ...last column page Replace at 60 000 miles 96 000 km or 4 years then every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 2 years Replace at 120 000 miles 192 000 km or 6 years then every 90 000 miles 144 000 km or 5 years...

Page 248: ...d inspect water pump Replace engine coolant Replace brake fluid O Or r e ev ve er ry y 1 1 y ye ea ar r w wh hi ic ch he ev ve er r c co om me es s f fi ir rs st t 15 24 30 48 45 72 60 96 75 120 90 14...

Page 249: ...aler 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 wheth...

Page 250: ...i 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 Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi...

Page 251: ...mi 127 500 mi 131 250 mi 135 000 mi 138 750 mi 142 500 mi 146 250 mi 150 000 mi 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 198 0...

Page 252: ...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 253: ...nance 250 RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID Gray cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER S...

Page 254: ...ot spill Clean up any spills immediately Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment Oil is major contributor to your engine s performance and longevity Always use a premium grade de...

Page 255: ...u the oil s viscosity or weight Select the oil for your car according to this chart An oil with a viscosity of 5W 30 is preferred for optimum fuel economy and year round protection in your Acura You m...

Page 256: ...m the bottom of the engine Drain the oil into an appropriate container Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Acura dealer is required to remove the...

Page 257: ...sit for several minutes then check the oil level If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick Replace the engine oil fill cap Start the engine The oil pressure indicator l...

Page 258: ...osal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment If you change your own oil please dispose of the used oil properly Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center Do not discard it...

Page 259: ...t antifreeze and 50 percent water It 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 hig...

Page 260: ...ck on Tighten it fully Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to you...

Page 261: ...oling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type...

Page 262: ...aining tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator Put the drain cap back in place tightly then reinstall the clip on the drain cap securely On the right side of the engine block remove the c...

Page 263: ...ifreeze Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck This coolant is a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water Pre mixing is not required The cooling system capacit...

Page 264: ...he reserve tank to the MAX mark Install the reserve tank cap Check the level in the radiator add coolant if needed Remove the radiator cap Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler n...

Page 265: ...Install the radiator cap and tighten it fully If necessary fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark Install the reserve tank cap 18 19 Cooling System Maintenance 262 RESERVE TANK...

Page 266: ...level by removing the cap and looking at the float It should be up to the top of the neck If the float is at the bottom of the neck the reservoir is nearly empty When you refill the reservoir clean th...

Page 267: ...ark Always use Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid If it is not available you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement However continued use can affect shift...

Page 268: ...sert the dipstick back in the transmission Make sure the notch fits in the dipstick guide and the dipstick is down all the way The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according...

Page 269: ...replacement However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as s...

Page 270: ...old weather Have 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 a...

Page 271: ...ver Do not disconnect the air intake tube from the air cleaner housing cover Unsnap the four clamps holding the air cleaner housing cover To replace it The air cleaner element is inside the air cleane...

Page 272: ...ree clips Remove the two bolts and the three nuts with a 7 16 inch 10 mm wrench then remove the engine cover The spark plugs in your car are a special platinum tipped design for longer life The spark...

Page 273: ...n coil Remove the ignition coil by pulling it straight out Remove the spark plug with a five eighths inch 16 mm spark plug socket Disconnect the wire connector from the ignition coil by pushing on the...

Page 274: ...r nuts Tightening torque Push the wire connector onto the ignition coil Make sure it locks in place Install the engine cover First tighten the two bolts on the front of the engine cover then tighten t...

Page 275: ...ttery explains the test indicator s colors 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 NGK DENSO Batter...

Page 276: ...cable first and recon nect it last Clean the battery termi nals with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease Battery posts terminals...

Page 277: ...will see in the frequency display Use the Preset buttons to en ter the five digit code see page If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead all stored driving positions will be lost To store th...

Page 278: ...wiped areas when used To replace the blade 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 travel Disconne...

Page 279: ...e remove the metal reinforcement strips from the 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 Slide the w...

Page 280: ...surface These block the air flow and reduce cooling efficiency Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to remove them Your car s air conditioning is a sealed system Any major maintenance such as...

Page 281: ...e through the climate control system This filter should be replaced every 30 000 miles 48 000 km under nor mal conditions It should be replaced every 15 000 miles 24 000 km if you drive primarily in u...

Page 282: ...o do when your tires need to be replaced Replace these belts at 60 000 miles U S or 100 000 km Canada if you regularly drive your car in one or more of these conditions Keeping the tires properly infl...

Page 283: ...he vehicle has been parked for at least three hours If you have to drive the vehicle before checking the tire pressure the tires can still be considered cold if you drive less than 1 mile 1 6 km If yo...

Page 284: ...12 7 mm wide band running across the tread This shows there is less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread left on the tire A tire that is this worn gives very little traction on wet roads You should replace...

Page 285: ...and distribute wear more evenly you should have the tires rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated Make sure the installer bala...

Page 286: ...selected to match the perform ance capabilities of the vehicle while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort and long life You should replace them with radial tires of the same size l...

Page 287: ...local laws under certain conditions Wheels Tires See page for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading The ABS and VSA system work by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the...

Page 288: ...r local laws Make sure they are the correct size for your tires Metal link type chains should not be used No matter how tight they seem to be installed they can come into contact with the body and sus...

Page 289: ...nth 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 286 HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM HE...

Page 290: ...te lights Side marker lights High mount brake light Daytime running lights Canadian models If you find any bulbs are burned out replace them as soon as possible Refer to the chart on page to determine...

Page 291: ...the trunk or pull a trailer readjustment may be required Adjustment of the headlights should be performed by an Acura technician or other qualified mechanic The low beam headlight bulbs are a type of...

Page 292: ...d down wire back in place and clip the end into the slot Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly Make sure it is right side up it is marked Push the electrical connector onto t...

Page 293: ...the bumper Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling the connector straight back Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab Unclip the end of the hold down wire from its slot...

Page 294: ...r fender If you are changing the bulb on the driver s side start the engine turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and turn off the engine If you are changing the bulb on the passenger s sid...

Page 295: ...g Undo the fastener on the side of the trunk lining by pushing on the center of the fastener s head until it pops in Pull the lining back Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockw...

Page 296: ...ut the fastener in the hole in the side of the trunk lining and push on the center until it locks the center is flush with the head Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it locks Install the ne...

Page 297: ...the assembly into place Turn on the parking lights and check that the new bulb is working Remove the license light assembly by carefully prying on the left edge of the lens with a flat tip screwdriver...

Page 298: ...ght Pry on the front edge of the lens in the middle Rear ceiling light Pry on the rear edge of the lens in the middle Remove the bulb cover by pulling it straight down The courtesy lights in the doors...

Page 299: ...ing around the lens Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Snap the lens back in place Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Snap the lens b...

Page 300: ...dealer perform the inspections called for in the 2 years 30 000 miles 48 000 km maintenance schedule Normal Conditions as soon as you take it out of storage see page The replacements called for in the...

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Page 302: ...s and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 300 Washing 300 Waxing 301 Aluminum Wheels 301 Paint Touch up 301 Interior Care 302 Carpeting 302 Flo...

Page 303: ...s you dry the vehicle inspect it for chips and scratches that could allow corrosion to start Repair them with touch up paint see page Check the body for road tar tree sap etc Remove these stains with...

Page 304: ...this clear coat Only use a mild detergent and soft brush or sponge to clean the wheels Polishes Polishes and cleaner waxes can restore the shine to paint that has oxidized and lost some of its shine...

Page 305: ...ck in your car If you replace it use an Acura floor mat that is designed to be used with the floor mat anchor in your car If you use a non Acura floor mat in the driver s footwell make sure it fits pr...

Page 306: ...ply this soap with a damp soft cloth Wipe down and buff as described above Vacuum dirt and dust out of the material frequently For general cleaning use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water letti...

Page 307: ...ner make sure you fasten it securely so it does not spill as you drive Clean the wood trim with a soft cloth dipped in clear water and wipe it dry with another soft cloth Soap may leave a film that du...

Page 308: ...performing some simple periodic maintenance Use a high pressure spray to clean the underside of your car This is especially important in areas that use road salt in winter It is also a good idea in hu...

Page 309: ...ze the quality of original parts some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts You should investigate this before any repairs have begun Body repairs can affect your car...

Page 310: ...g your car towed Compact Spare Tire 308 Changing a Flat Tire 309 If Your Engine Won t Start 314 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 314 The Starter Operates Normally 315 Jump Sta...

Page 311: ...ances This tire gives a harsher ride and less 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 Your ca...

Page 312: ...take the spare tire out of its well Park the vehicle 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 313: ...point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by a mark molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the ja...

Page 314: ...f you put it face down 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 from driving Use the extension...

Page 315: ...inst the hub Do not try to tighten them fully Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wh...

Page 316: ...t from the trunk well Wrap the spacer cone and spare tire wing bolt with cloth or paper and store them in the trunk well Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well 15 16 17 18 Changing a Fla...

Page 317: ...the hole at the top of the jack over the bracket in the trunk well Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store the tool kit back in its place Close the trunk lid Store the center cap and spa...

Page 318: ...an electrical 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 If the headlights di...

Page 319: ...f your car s battery has run down you may be able to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions To jump start your car...

Page 320: ...her end to the positive terminal on the booster battery Turn off all the electrical acces sories climate control stereo system lights etc Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking br...

Page 321: ...metal on the vehicle until all are disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short Start your car If the starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections to make sure th...

Page 322: ...ning indicators The pointer of your car s tempera ture gauge should stay in the mid range under most conditions It may go higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day If it climbs...

Page 323: ...sure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum climate control to FULL AUTO...

Page 324: ...s on with the engine running it shows that the engine has lost oil pressure and serious engine damage is possible In either case you should take immediate action If necessary add oil to bring the leve...

Page 325: ...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 Starting the engine will discharge the bat...

Page 326: ...her time it indicates one of the engine s emissions control systems may have a problem Even though you may feel no difference in your car s performance it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your c...

Page 327: ...e 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 possible...

Page 328: ...e action Because of the brake system s dual circuit design a problem in one part of the system will still give you braking at two wheels You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the v...

Page 329: ...ll does not operate you can close the moonroof manually Insert the moonroof wrench into the socket behind this plug Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed Remove the lens from the rear cei...

Page 330: ...he interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side To open it turn the knob as shown All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overl...

Page 331: ...x Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off If something electrical in your car stops working the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse D...

Page 332: ...it temporarily such as the cigarette lighter 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...

Page 333: ...Front Fog Light ETS Electrical Tilt Telescope Steering Meter Back up Radio Interior Lights Wiper Motor Ignition Switch Power Window Heater Motor Battery VSA Motor Rear Window Defogger Fuse box Not Use...

Page 334: ...ower Window Ignition Coils Not Used Small Light Not Used OP Condenser Fan Relay Cooling Fan Relay ACC Radio A C Clutch Front Heated Seat ECU PCM SRS Driver s Power Seat Reclining Rear Height Power Lum...

Page 335: ...o the following Release the parking brake Shift the transmission to Neutral With the front wheels on the ground it is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles 80 km and keep the speed below 35...

Page 336: ...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 333 The steering system can be damaged if th...

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Page 338: ...mperature 341 Tire Information 342 Oxygenated Fuels 343 Driving in Foreign Countries 344 Emissions Controls 345 The Clean Air Act 345 Crankcase Emissions Control System 345 Evaporative Emissions Contr...

Page 339: ...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 the Certification label attached t...

Page 340: ...tamped into the engine block It is on the front left below the valve cover The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Identification Numbers Technical Information 337 TRANSMISSIO...

Page 341: ...8 0 US gal 68 1 61 US gal 6 1 2 27 US gal 8 6 4 9 US qt 4 6 5 6 US qt 5 3 3 2 US qt 3 0 9 1 US qt 8 6 1 11 US qt 1 05 1 16 US qt 1 10 2 6 US qt 2 5 6 9 US qt 6 5 0 172 US gal 0 65 Length Width Height...

Page 342: ...oke SOHC V 6 gasoline engine Toe Camber Caster Size Pressure Capacity 12 V 55 AH 5 HR Interior Under hood 65 AH 20 HR 12 V See page 331 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door un...

Page 343: ...standards The following explains these gradings Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width For example The traction gra...

Page 344: ...ate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excess...

Page 345: ...de R indicates radial Load index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry Rim diameter in inches Speed symbol an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating Tire...

Page 346: ...l You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol The following are the U S EPA and Canadian CGSB approved percent...

Page 347: ...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 348: ...n monoxide does not contribute to smog creation but it is a poisonous gas The Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ORVR system captures the fuel vapors during refueling The vapors are adsorbed in a canist...

Page 349: ...takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned The three way catalytic...

Page 350: ...ng properly The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals The catalytic con...

Page 351: ...and 95 F Without touching the accelerator pedal start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set you will be requested to return...

Page 352: ...traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph 80 to 97 km h for at least 20 minutes Drive on the highway in D Do not use the cruise control When traffic allows drive for 90 se...

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Page 354: ...Customer Relations Information 352 Warranty Coverages 353 Reporting Safety Defects U S Cars 354 Authorized Manuals 355 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 351...

Page 355: ...ehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name address and tele phone number A detailed description of the pr...

Page 356: ...anual for details all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit provides coverage for as long as the pur chaser of the muffl...

Page 357: ...ect 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 Acura Automobile Division American Ho...

Page 358: ...2004 Acura 3 5 RL Owner s Manual 2004 Acura 3 5 RL Navigation Manual 2004 Acura 3 5 RL Maintenance Journal 2004 Acura 3 5 RL Quick Start Guide Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model De...

Page 359: ...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 DETROI...

Page 360: ...13 Additives Engine Oil 254 Airbag SRS 9 47 49 Air Cleaner Element 267 Air Conditioning System 120 Maintenance 277 Usage 122 127 Air Outlets Vents 120 Air Pressure Tires 279 Alarm Anti theft 181 Alcoh...

Page 361: ...dicator 58 322 Checklist Before Driving 216 Child Safety 20 Child Seats 24 Tether Anchorage Points 39 Using LATCH 40 Childproof Door Locks 87 Cigarette Lighter 114 Cleaner Air 267 Cleaning Aluminum Wh...

Page 362: ...onomy Fuel 209 Emergencies on the Road 307 Battery Jump Starting 316 Brake System Indicator 325 Changing a Flat Tire 309 Charging System Indicator 322 Checking the Fuses 328 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...

Page 363: ...omatic Transmission 264 Brake 266 Differential 265 Power Steering 266 Windshield Washer 263 FM Stereo Radio Reception 135 152 Fog Lights 72 Foreign Countries Driving in 344 Four way Flashers 75 Front...

Page 364: ...ti theft Steering Column 82 Childproof Door 87 Fuel Fill Door 205 Glove Box 90 Power Door 83 Trunk 88 Trunk Pass through Cover 95 Low Coolant Level 208 Low Fuel Indicator 62 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...

Page 365: ...2 Using Child Seats with Tethers 39 Using LATCH 40 Maintenance 239 Owner Maintenance Checks 249 Record 246 248 Required Indicator 66 Safety 240 Schedule 244 245 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 59 323 Memor...

Page 366: ...rity Alarm System 181 Serial Number 336 Service Intervals 244 Service Manual 355 Service Station Procedures 205 Setting the Clock 108 158 Shifting the Automatic Transmission 218 Shift Lever Position I...

Page 367: ...w Tires 285 Solvent type Cleaners 300 Sound System 134 151 Spare Tire Inflating 308 Specifications 339 Spark Plugs Replacing 269 Specifications Charts 338 Speed Control 182 Speedometer 63 Spotlights 1...

Page 368: ...ning Labels Location of 54 Warranty Coverages 353 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 263 Operation 75 Washing 300 Waxing and Polishing 301 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 76 Alignment and Balanc...

Page 369: ...ating the Power 103 Rear Defogger 76 Windshield Cleaning 73 Defroster 126 131 Washers 75 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 275 Operation 73 Wood Trim 304 Worn Tires 281 Wrecker Emergency Towing 332 U...

Page 370: ...gf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 pref...

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