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Capacities Chart

. 486

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Carbon Monoxide Hazard

. 55

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Carrying Cargo

. 367

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CAUTION, Explanation of

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CD Care

. 256

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CD Changer

. 244

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CD Player

. 189

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Certification Label

. 484

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Ceiling Light

. 161

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Chains

. 453

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Changing a Flat Tire

. 459

Changing Oil

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How to

. 421

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When to

. 409

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Charging System Indicator

. 61, 470

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Checklist, Before Driving

. 374

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Child Safety

. 36

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Booster Seats

. 52

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Child Seats

. 43, 44

Important Safety

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Reminders

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Infants

. 41

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Larger Children

. 51

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LATCH

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Risks with Airbags

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Small Children

. 42

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Tether

. 50

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Warning Labels

. 56

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Where Should a Child Sit

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Child Seats

. 36

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LATCH

. 46

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Tether Anchorage Points

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Childproof Door Locks

. 125

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Cleaning the Seat Belts

. 442

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Client Service Information

. 502

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Climate Control System

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Clock

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Clutch Fluid

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CO in the Exhaust

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Cold Weather, Starting in

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Compact Spare

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Compass

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Console Compartment

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Consumer Information

. 502

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Controls, Instruments and

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Coolant

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Adding

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Checking

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Proper Solution

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Temperature Gauge

. 69

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Courtesy Lights

. 162

Crankcase Emissions Control

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System

. 495

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Cruise Control Indicator

. 66

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Cruise Control Operation

. 299

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Customer Service Office

. 502

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Customized Settings

. 81

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DANGER, Explanation of

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Dashboard

. 3, 58

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Daytime Running Lights

. 114

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Dead Battery

. 466

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Defects, Reporting Safety

. 504

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Defogger, Rear Window

. 117

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Defrosting the Windows

. 170

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Dimensions

. 486

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Dimming the Headlights

. 111

Dipstick

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Automatic Transmission

. 425

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Engine Oil

. 361

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Directional Signals

. 111

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Disc Brake Wear Indicators

. 389

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Disposal of Used Oil

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Summary of Contents for 2009 TSX

Page 1: ...y be formatted for printing instead of web use This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked...

Page 2: ...le when it is sold This owner s manual covers all models of the TSX You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CANADI...

Page 3: ...s preceded by a symbol This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle other property or the environment Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the...

Page 4: ...le is equipped with service related devices that record information about powertrain performance The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and or help technicians diagnose and solve se...

Page 5: ...or maintaining your vehicle You must use your own good judgement This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully how to use this vehicle correctly and safely suc...

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Page 7: ...e specifications tires and emissions controls warranty and contact information how to order climate control audio steering wheel security cruise control HomeLink and other convenience items Contents I...

Page 8: ...you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them The proper way to start the engine shift the transmis...

Page 9: ...ET CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM HAZARD WARNING BUTTON COMPASS P 290 P 174 AUDIO SYSTEM PASSENGER S FRONT AIRBAG MOONROOF SWITCH MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY DRIVER S FRONT AIRBAG AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL...

Page 10: ...TROL BUTTONS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR FRONT FOG LIGHTS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS P 287 NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS Vehicle with navigatio...

Page 11: ...em Components 23 How Your Front Airbags Work 25 How Your Side Airbags Work 29 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 31 How the SRS Indicator Works 31 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 32 How the Pa...

Page 12: ...a booster seat and a lap shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat see pages A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions Airbags are designed to sup...

Page 13: ...e not used properly Some features do not require any action on your part These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones a c...

Page 14: ...s seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper...

Page 15: ...airbags to help protect the heads of the driver front passenger and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact see page for more information on how your si...

Page 16: ...upplement the seat belts Remember however that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy To do...

Page 17: ...u open any door or the trunk with the key in the ON II position The above illustration shows that all doors and the trunk are open Your vehicle has a door trunk open indicator red on the instrument pa...

Page 18: ...ectedly opening a door when you come to a stop Your vehicle has the auto door locking unlocking feature For more information see page When one or more doors or the trunk lid are not tightly closed the...

Page 19: ...ast 10 inches 25 cm between the center of the steering wheel and the chest In addition to adjusting the seat you can adjust the steering wheel up and down and in and out see page If you cannot get far...

Page 20: ...crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury See page for how to adjust the seat backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright p...

Page 21: ...the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched Check that the belt is not twisted because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect o...

Page 22: ...hold the release button and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder you need to ad...

Page 23: ...s 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 Sitting improperly can increase the cha...

Page 24: ...objects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your front airbag inflates When driving remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far bac...

Page 25: ...II position before your seat belt is fastened the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash If your seat belt is not fastened before the beeper stops the indicator will stop flashing but remain o...

Page 26: ...the rear of the seat back If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver s seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no items on the front seat something may be in...

Page 27: ...activated the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out the lockable retractor will...

Page 28: ...d condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts See your booklet for details If a seat belt...

Page 29: ...Weight Sensors Control Unit OPDS Sensors Control Unit 13 Side Impact Sensors Second 14 Side Curtain Airbags 15 Supplemental Restraint System SRS Indicator 16 Safing Sensor 6 Driver s Seat Position Se...

Page 30: ...o turn the airbag off see page Sensors that can detect whether the driver s seat belt and the front passenger s seat belt are latched or unlatched see page A driver s seat position sensor that monitor...

Page 31: ...ont passenger s airbags at the time and with the force needed During a frontal crash your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest Although...

Page 32: ...rmful people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort If this occurs get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Your front airbags are dual stage airbags This mean...

Page 33: ...ies to short drivers and children who ride in front Occupants must sit upright and wear their seat belts properly For both advanced airbags to work properly Do not spill any liquids on or under the se...

Page 34: ...infant or small child up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg the system will automatically turn the passenger s front airbag off Be aware that objects placed on the passenger s seat can also cause the airbag to...

Page 35: ...ar seat Also make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger s seat is properly positioned on the floor see page If it is not the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the front passenger...

Page 36: ...e side airbag may also shut off if a short adult leans sideways or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the airbag s deployment path Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also caus...

Page 37: ...in a moderate to severe frontal collision which causes the front airbags to deploy To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and...

Page 38: ...briefly and then go out see page If it doesn t come on stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have the system checked You will also see a CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM message...

Page 39: ...eat or in the seat back pocket If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat the airbag will be off However the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on The passenger air...

Page 40: ...the driver s seat position sensor the front passenger s weight sensors the front seat belt tensioners and all seat belts and their anchors worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly...

Page 41: ...s weight sensors ineffective If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities first contact Acura Client Services at 800 382 2238 Additional Information A...

Page 42: ...killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained In fact vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death of children age 12 and under 41 50 51 54 properly...

Page 43: ...According to accident statistics children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that...

Page 44: ...be properly restrained in a back seat your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard U S models and on the front visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels U S Models Canadian Mo...

Page 45: ...n watch the child or because the child requires attention If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in a back...

Page 46: ...ts and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themsel...

Page 47: ...ar back as recommended or from locking their seat back in the desired position It can also interfere with proper operation of the passenger s advanced front airbag system If placed facing forward an i...

Page 48: ...ild seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat We strongly recommend placing a forward facing child seat in a back seat not the front If the vehicle seat is too far forward o...

Page 49: ...stem Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt whereas LATCH compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two outer seating positions in t...

Page 50: ...type of seat you choose to provide proper protection a child seat should meet three requirements Look for FMVSS 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box Rear facing for infants forward facing for small children Be...

Page 51: ...e of child seat that can be firmly secured Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker s instructions A child who is not properly secured in a child se...

Page 52: ...ions Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchors and tethers for children at the outer rear seats The lower anchors are located between the seat back and seat bottom and are to be used only with...

Page 53: ...ide to side to verify that it is secure Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker Route the tether strap through the legs of the he...

Page 54: ...owly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able...

Page 55: ...to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To remove slack i...

Page 56: ...n provide additional security to the lap shoulder belt installation we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available After properly securing the child seat see page route the tether s...

Page 57: ...lap shoulder belt The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed and important precautions for a child who must sit in fro...

Page 58: ...facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use...

Page 59: ...enger s front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained improperly restrained sitting too close to the airbag or ou...

Page 60: ...ully read the owner s manual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back agai...

Page 61: ...a hazardous condition If you must drive with the trunk open open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running even...

Page 62: ...bels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read except for the U S dashboard label which may be removed by the owner contact your dealer for a replacement U S models Canadian models Canadi...

Page 63: ...18 Keys and Locks 119 Immobilizer System 121 Ignition Switch 122 Door Locks 124 Childproof Door Locks 125 Remote Transmitter 126 Trunk 130 Trunk Main Switch 131 Emergency Trunk Opener 132 Seats 134 Po...

Page 64: ...TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MIRROR CONTROLS Vehicle with navigation system is shown CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 145 P 142 P 124 P 147 P 130 P 359 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET P 156 USB ADAPTER CABLE AU...

Page 65: ...INDICATOR LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR SYST...

Page 66: ...flashes If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and t...

Page 67: ...position It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key If it is not a properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine s fuel system will be disabled see page This...

Page 68: ...ers driver s seat position sensor or the front passenger s weight sensors You will also see a CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM message on the multi information display For more information see page This indicator...

Page 69: ...e on the multi information display Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked Without VSA your vehicle still has normal driving ability but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement F...

Page 70: ...e For more information see page If this indicator begins to flash there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi informatio...

Page 71: ...r on the EPS may be turned off making the vehicle harder to steer If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed you may feel...

Page 72: ...eadlights For more information see page This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights DRL are on see page This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights...

Page 73: ...ee page to see the message see page Most of the time this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator SRS indicator VSA system indic...

Page 74: ...turns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition Gauges Fuel Gauge 68 SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE U S model is shown TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY Avoid driving with an extremel...

Page 75: ...nter may rise to the upper zone 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 cooling system If the pointer of...

Page 76: ...hicle control settings to your liking with the multi information display and the three buttons on the steering wheel see page When you unlock and open the driver s door the display shows DRIVER 1 or D...

Page 77: ...u can customize your vehicle control settings see page The multi information display consists of an upper segment a middle segment and a lower segment In the normal display mode the upper and middle s...

Page 78: ...Oil Life See page 76 Trip Computer See page 74 Tire Pressure for each tire See page 76 Outside Temperature See page 74 This display will be shown when the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink is activated Press th...

Page 79: ...trip meters Trip A and Trip B Each trip meter works independently so you can keep track of two different distances To reset a trip meter display it and then press and hold the SEL RESET button until t...

Page 80: ...lection from the road surface engine heat and the exhaust from surrounding traffic This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph 30 km h When you start your t...

Page 81: ...ou can travel on the fuel remaining in the fuel tank This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles U S or kilometers Canada so it will vary with changes in...

Page 82: ...nformation see page When the tire pressure monitor is shown on the multi information display press the SEL RESET button The display changes as shown You can see the pressure of each tire in this monit...

Page 83: ...how to link your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls or visit the acura com handsfreelink website You can receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicl...

Page 84: ...ge comes on for the first time Most of the messages are displayed for about 5 seconds and then the normal display returns If there are several system messages to be shown the display switches these me...

Page 85: ...e 19 See page 19 See page 32 See page 32 See page 428 See page 472 See page 470 See page 471 See page 470 See page 390 See page 398 See page 69 Multi Information Display Instruments and Controls 79 U...

Page 86: ...95 See page 395 See page 379 See page 67 See page 65 See page 122 See page 122 See page 123 See page 425 See page 114 See page 410 See page 411 See page 413 See page 358 See page 394 Multi Information...

Page 87: ...you cannot change the settings You can customize some vehicle control settings for DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2 separately If DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 is not displayed customizing is not possible To have the dr...

Page 88: ...ay on after you close the driver s door Changes the timing of when the headlights come on The headlight switch needs to be in the AUTO position METER SETUP P 86 POSITION SETUP P 92 LIGHTING SETUP P 94...

Page 89: ...ou unlock but do not open the door Changes when the doors automatically unlock Set Cancel all the customized settings as default SHIFT FROM P A T only WITH VEH SPD OFF DRIVER DOOR ALL DOORS ON OFF 90...

Page 90: ...een changes as shown on the next page Press the INFO button until you see the setup you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection If you do not make any changes select...

Page 91: ...lay Instruments and Controls 85 Any of the normal displays Press the SEL RESET button Press the INFO button Press and hold METER SETUP See page 86 POSITION SETUP See page 92 LIGHTING SETUP See page 94...

Page 92: ...is shown press the SEL RESET button to enter the customize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you...

Page 93: ...the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select the desired language by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully comple...

Page 94: ...o set the desired value When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go ba...

Page 95: ...goes back to the customize item screen To cause Trip A and average fuel for trip A to reset every time you refuel your vehicle follow these instructions You can choose this item to customize from METE...

Page 96: ...tting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button There are three elapsed time reset choices you can make IGN OFF The elapsed time is reset when you turn the...

Page 97: ...ed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to ELAPSED TIME RESET and repeat the procedure again Multi Infor...

Page 98: ...utton to enter the customize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the custom setting then press the SEL RESET bu...

Page 99: ...oes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to MEMORY POSITION LINK and repeat the procedure again If MEMORY POSITION LINK is set to ON the driver s seat mo...

Page 100: ...he screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection Here are the three custom s...

Page 101: ...LIGHT DIMMING TIME and repeat the procedure again The interior lights fade out when you close all doors To change how long the lights stay on before they fade out follow these instructions You can ch...

Page 102: ...ker lights taillights and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from the ignition switch and close the driver s door To change how long the lights stay on before...

Page 103: ...utomatically come on when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ambient light reaches a changeable level You can select the auto light sensitivity from the following five levels MAX The...

Page 104: ...een If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY and repeat the procedure again Press the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select the desired setting MAX HIGH MID...

Page 105: ...own press the SEL RESET button to enter the customize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want...

Page 106: ...the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button OFF The auto door lock is deactivated all the time WITH VEH SPD The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph ab...

Page 107: ...s go back to AUTO DOOR LOCK and repeat the procedure again To select whether the driver s door unlocks or all the doors unlock when you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the key follow t...

Page 108: ...r your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMP...

Page 109: ...en you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the trunk are locked and the security system has set see page You can customize the exterior lights not to flash and the...

Page 110: ...ESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT and repeat the procedure again If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds the doors automatically relock and the sec...

Page 111: ...t the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Press the SEL RESET button to enter the selecting mode If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message ap...

Page 112: ...LL DOORS WITH SHIFT TO P All the doors unlock when you move the shift lever to Park DRIVER DOOR WITH IGN OFF The driver s door unlocks when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position ALL DOOR...

Page 113: ...INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Press the SEL RESET button to enter the selecting mode If you choose DRIVER DOOR with SHIFT to P you will see the above display I...

Page 114: ...mode Repeat the same procedure to select DEFAULT ALL If you want to cancel DEFAULT ALL select CANCEL then press the SEL RESET button The screen goes back to the previous display To set the default set...

Page 115: ...F SWITCH Vehicle without navigation system is shown SEAT HEATER SWITCHES CENTER DISPLAY INTERFACE DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON MULTI INFORMATION BUTTONS CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS INSTRU...

Page 116: ...un at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the lever MIST OFF INT Intermittent LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring If you tu...

Page 117: ...e the lights on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch you will hear a reminder chime when you open...

Page 118: ...m on again either turn the ignition switch to the ON II position or turn the light switch to the position Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on we recommend that you turn on the lights ma...

Page 119: ...You can change this 15 second timer to 0 30 or 60 seconds see page The automatic lighting off feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or position or if the lights are turned on by s...

Page 120: ...the parking brake They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off even if you set the parking brake The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch If you see a...

Page 121: ...y will go off when the headlights turn off or the daytime running lights are on The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights Turn the knob to adjust the brig...

Page 122: ...the reduced brightness The instrument panel will illuminate with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver s door The brightness will increase slightly when you insert the key in the igni...

Page 123: ...r is on It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle The defogger will shut itself off within about 10 to 30 minutes acco...

Page 124: ...fully to lock the steering wheel in position Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up down in and out Make sure the lever is positioned securely at the bo...

Page 125: ...arking facility The valet key does not contain a battery Do not try to take it apart These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system They will not work to start the...

Page 126: ...key push the release button to release the key from the transmitter The key should be fully extended To retract the key push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transm...

Page 127: ...ion again The system may not recognize your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object i e key chain is near the ignition switch when you insert the key As required by the FCC This...

Page 128: ...ont wheels are turned the anti theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key You can insert or remove the key only in this po...

Page 129: ...key to turn off the beeper You will also see a REMOVE KEY message on the multi information display If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the shift lever must be in Park before you can remove t...

Page 130: ...master door lock switch on either front door pull the lock tab rearward on the driver s door or use the key on the outside lock on the driver s door Pushing the rear of either master door lock switch...

Page 131: ...e driver s door is closed the lock tab on the driver s door is not disabled Pulling the driver s lock tab rearward will lock all doors If you try to lock an open driver s door by pulling the lock tab...

Page 132: ...d the relock timer setting refer to the customized settings on page Locking and unlocking the driver s door will also lock and unlock the fuel fill door see page You can also open all power windows an...

Page 133: ...in the ignition switch The driving position memory activated Driver 1 Driver 2 is shown on the back of each transmitter Make sure you store your desired driving position in the memory that is activate...

Page 134: ...he same time The LED in the remote transmitter will blink twice Then release the buttons Doing this also cancels the memory position link setting for that remote and restores the default settings To t...

Page 135: ...the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Snap the two halves of the keypad...

Page 136: ...release switch then lift up You can also open the trunk in either of two ways Push the trunk release button on the driver s door Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter To un...

Page 137: ...nk release button on the driver s door and the trunk release switch on the trunk lid by turning off the trunk main switch in the glove box and locking the glove box Make sure either rear seat is not f...

Page 138: ...eir children should be shown how to use this feature For more information about child safety see page Remove the rear left side head restraint by pressing the release button If the power door lock sys...

Page 139: ...the key clockwise then release the key The trunk lid will be opened If you need to unlock and open the trunk manually it means there may be a problem with the power door lock system or the trunk lock...

Page 140: ...ustments before you start driving The passenger seat has the same adjustments as the driver s seat but without any height adjustment The driver s seat includes a memory feature Two seat positions can...

Page 141: ...against the center of the restraint Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries Vary the lumbar supp...

Page 142: ...pull the restraint out of the seat back When reinstalling a head restraint put the legs back in place Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button Make sure the head rest...

Page 143: ...juries to the neck and upper spine After a collision the activated restraint should return to its normal position For a head restraint system to work properly Do not hang any items on the head restrai...

Page 144: ...can be released from inside the trunk When storing cargo you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide To release the seat back from inside the trunk pu...

Page 145: ...on the front seat backs and you cannot fold down the rear seat back fully you can remove the head restraints see page Make sure the removed head restraints are securely stored To lock the seat back u...

Page 146: ...tion while pulling up the release lever Release the lever to lock it in position where you want it to stop The rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it A beverage ho...

Page 147: ...g Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly because it draws large amounts of current from the battery Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters Because of the sensors for the side airba...

Page 148: ...memory buttons 1 or 2 until you hear two beeps The indicator in the memory button will come on The current position of the driver s seat is now stored This setting can be linked or unlinked with the...

Page 149: ...e use the other memory button To select a memorized position do this Doing any of the following after pressing the SET button will cancel the storing procedure Readjust the seat position Turn the igni...

Page 150: ...Park automatic Release the parking brake manual If desired you can use the adjustment switches to change the seat position after it is in its memorized position If you change the memorized position t...

Page 151: ...button on the bottom of the mirror The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder When it is on the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you then returns to normal visibility wh...

Page 152: ...move fog and frost With the ignition switch in the ON II position turn on the heaters by pressing the rear window defogger button The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button ag...

Page 153: ...he window from going all the way down pull back on the window switch briefly To close either front window fully pull back the window switch firmly to the second detent then release it The window autom...

Page 154: ...he switch will pop out and the indicator will go off The windows and the main switch feature will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either front door cancels...

Page 155: ...again within 10 seconds of step 1 and hold it If the windows and the moonroof stop before the desired position repeat steps 1 and 2 You cannot close the windows or the moonroof with the remote transmi...

Page 156: ...s and the moonroof start to close To stop the windows and the moonroof release the key To close the windows and the moonroof further turn and hold the key again within 10 seconds of step 2 To open the...

Page 157: ...switch To stop the moonroof from tilting up fully push the switch briefly To open the moonroof pull back on the switch and hold it Release the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position To...

Page 158: ...ould always check that all passengers and objects are away from the moonroof before closing it If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically it will reverse direction and th...

Page 159: ...fully released see page If you drive without releasing the parking brake a beeper will sound and you will also see a RELEASE PARKING BRAKE message on the multi information display 61 Parking Brake Ins...

Page 160: ...INPUT JACK COAT HOOK SUN VISOR VANITY MIRROR FRONT DOOR POCKET DRIVER S POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET SUNGLASSES HOLDER CENTER POCKET CENTER...

Page 161: ...ng the beverage holders A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Liquid can also spill from the rear door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors Use only re...

Page 162: ...cigarette lighter element Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects getting into the socket Your vehicle has two accessory power sockets one is at the front...

Page 163: ...when the parking lights are on Inside the glove box there is a detachable shelf CONTINUED Glove Box Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls 157 GLOVE BOX To lock DETACHABLE SHELF An open g...

Page 164: ...pop open while driving To open the sunglasses holder push then release the indent It will unlatch and swing down To close it push it until it latches Make sure the holder is closed while you are drivi...

Page 165: ...in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover The vanity mirror lights come on when you pull up the cover To open th...

Page 166: ...nd swing up To close it push the lid down until it latches To use a coat hook slide it out slightly then pull it down Make sure the coat hook is pulled up when you are not using it This hook is not de...

Page 167: ...o not open a door the light stays on then fades out in about 30 seconds Turn on a spotlight by pushing the lens Push the lens again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times Unlock the dr...

Page 168: ...open any door The lights fade out in about 30 seconds after the doors are closed tightly In the OFF position the lights do not come on Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch Thi...

Page 169: ...st its brightness turn the instrument panel brightness control knob on the dashboard with the ignition switch in the ON II position see page In addition to the courtesy light on the ceiling the driver...

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Page 171: ...aying an iPod 199 iPod Error Messages 207 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device 208 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages 216 Bluetooth Audio System 217 Audio System 222 Playing the FM AM Radio 223 Playi...

Page 172: ...TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH OFF BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON MODE CONTROL BUTTON PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON DRIVER S S...

Page 173: ...s Press the Auto button The indicator in the button also comes on as a reminder You will see AUTO on the display in the center display on models with navigation system Set the desired temperature with...

Page 174: ...dated automatically by the navigation s global positioning system GPS For example if the driver s side of the vehicle is getting too much sun the system will adjust to a lower temperature You can set...

Page 175: ...ield Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is in fully automatic mode All other features remain automatically...

Page 176: ...urns on the A C For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase airflow to the windshield by closing the center and corner vents on the dashboard To close the vents rota...

Page 177: ...rol switch up or down The driver s side and the passenger s side temperature can be controlled independently by adjusting these switches when the green indicator in the DUAL button is on Your vehicle...

Page 178: ...iver s side To set the passenger s side to a different value than the driver s push the switch up or down on the passenger s side You can adjust the passenger s side without pressing the DUAL button f...

Page 179: ...light sensor is 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 Climate Control System Climate Control Sensors...

Page 180: ...vehicle s audio system For vehicles without navigation system see pages through For vehicles with navigation system see pages through 175 221 222 284 Audio System 174 Canadian TSX U S TSX and Canadia...

Page 181: ...e selector ENTER knob switches the display between the normal display and the extended display The extended display has three segments to display the detailed information Pressing the MENU button agai...

Page 182: ...TITLE BUTTON RETURN BUTTON FM BUTTON CATEGORY BAR SCAN BUTTON A SEL AUTO SELECT BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR SELECTOR KNOB MENU BUTTON TITLE BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR...

Page 183: ...frequency Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency or left to tune to a lower frequency Each time you press and release either side of the SKIP bar the radio frequency changes in small incre...

Page 184: ...n if auto select cannot find a strong station for that preset button If you do not like the stations auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously describe...

Page 185: ...elease the TITLE button With the system on you will see the PS ON message on the display If the station you are listening to is an RDS station the displayed frequency switches to the station name If t...

Page 186: ...the selected RDS category name for about 10 seconds You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations in the selected RDS category If you do nothing while the RDS category name is display...

Page 187: ...m does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station You can use the RDS program search or scan function even if the PS name di...

Page 188: ...gth of the sound Adjusts the treble Each mode is shown in the display as it changes Turn the selector knob to adjust the setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see C in the...

Page 189: ...tellite Radio Models without navigation system U S TSX and Canadian TSX Premium Features 183 RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB MENU BUTTON CATEGORY BAR SCAN BUTTON VOL VOLUME POWER KNOB SKIP BAR TITLE BUTTO...

Page 190: ...of music XM Satellite Radio allows you to view channel and category selections in the display To listen to XM Satellite Radio turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or ON II position and press t...

Page 191: ...category You can also select a channel or category from the list by using the selector knob Push the selector knob ENTER to switch the display to the list displayed with three segments then turn the k...

Page 192: ...tune to it Press the button again The other XM band will show Store the next six channels using steps 2 and 3 There is a problem with the XM antenna Please consult your dealer The selected channel nu...

Page 193: ...Interference can be caused by any of these conditions Driving on the north side of an east west mountain road Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east west road Driving in tun...

Page 194: ...r you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or the ON II position pres...

Page 195: ...o 189 MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB MP3 WMA INDICATOR MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB CD BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR TITLE BUTTON DISC SLOT MP3 WMA INDICAT...

Page 196: ...button see page The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes The specifications for compatible MP3 files are A disc compressed in AAC format cannot be played in this audio system Vi...

Page 197: ...lay 3 inch 8 cm discs in this unit For information on how to handle and protect compact discs see page Each time you press the TITLE button the display shows you the text data on a disc if the disc wa...

Page 198: ...r and file name When you turn on the audio system next time the system keeps your selection with the TITLE button Use the SKIP bar while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks files in...

Page 199: ...of the next track file in MP3 or WMA mode Press and release the side of the bar to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track To...

Page 200: ...et the selection Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate repeat random or scan mode then press the selector knob ENTER to set your selection To cancel the selected repeat random or scan mode p...

Page 201: ...turns off the repeat feature This feature when activated replays all the files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed in MP3 or WMA To activate folder repeat mode select the folder r...

Page 202: ...rs for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then play the following first files for 10 seconds each When it plays a file that you want to continue listening to press and hold the SCAN bu...

Page 203: ...an appropriate audio unit if it is connected to the auxiliary input jack or the USB adapter cable Press the CD button again to switch back to the disc player For information on how to handle and prote...

Page 204: ...Error Message Cause Solution 257 High temperature Track File format not supported Mechanical error Servo error Disc error Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal Current track will be s...

Page 205: ...d Models without navigation system Features U S TSX and Canadian TSX Premium 199 MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB TITLE BUTTON iPod INDICATOR VOL VOLUME POWER KNOB SKIP BAR AUX BUTTON CD BUTTON...

Page 206: ...t operate an iPod as a mass storage device The system will only play songs stored on the iPod with iTunes iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks owned by Apple Inc iPods that are compatible with yo...

Page 207: ...RM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE and then skips to the next file Unclip the USB connector by pivoting it and pull out the USB adapter cable in the console compartment Install the dock connec...

Page 208: ...will see the first 15 characters and the indicator in the display Press and hold the TITLE button until the next 16 characters are shown If the audio system still does not recognize the iPod the iPod...

Page 209: ...right or the left also changes the file You can also select a file from any list on the iPod menu playlists artists albums and songs by using the selector knob Push the selector knob ENTER to switch...

Page 210: ...b to select PLAY MODE Press ENTER to set the selection Turn the selector knob to select a play mode normal play shuffle off shuffle all shuffle album repeat off or repeat one track then press ENTER to...

Page 211: ...nob changes the file while keeping the repeat feature This feature turns off the repeat mode This feature plays all available files in a selected list playlists artists albums or songs in random order...

Page 212: ...e CD button to switch to the disc mode if a disc is loaded Press the AUX button to switch the audio mode between the Bluetooth audio if equipped and iPod If you see an error message in the display see...

Page 213: ...lear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer Solution Error Message The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the iPod There is a possibility that the files have been damaged App...

Page 214: ...evice Models without navigation system U S TSX and Canadian TSX Premium 208 MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB TITLE BUTTON VOL VOLUME POWER KNOB CATEGORY BAR USB INDICATOR AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR CD...

Page 215: ...your vehicle Do not keep the USB flash memory device in the vehicle Direct sunlight and high heat will damage it We recommend backing up your data before playing a USB flash memory device Depending on...

Page 216: ...version cannot be played If the system finds it the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED and then skips to the next file In WMA or AAC format DRM digital rights management files cannot be played If the sy...

Page 217: ...folder name the file name the artist name the album name the song name or name off which turns off the text display The display shows up to about 16 characters of the selected data If the text data ha...

Page 218: ...o select a different folder press and release either side of the CATEGORY bar Press the side to skip to the next folder and press the side to skip to the beginning of the previous folder You can also...

Page 219: ...o select PLAY MODE Press the selector knob ENTER to set the selection Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate repeat random or scan mode then press the selector knob ENTER to set your selectio...

Page 220: ...so select the scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob see page This feature replays all the files on the selected folder in the order they are stored Select normal play to turn it off...

Page 221: ...can feature off Pressing either side of the CATEGORY or SKIP bar also turns off the feature This function samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder scan...

Page 222: ...essage take your vehicle to your dealer Solution Error Message The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the USB flash memory device There is a possibility that the files have been damaged...

Page 223: ...Bluetooth Audio System Models without navigation system Features U S TSX and Canadian TSX Premium 217 TITLE BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SKIP BAR AUX BUTTON...

Page 224: ...is recognized you will see NO CONNECT on the display This message will go off when the phone is recognized then the system begins to play After a device is linked press the TITLE button to confirm the...

Page 225: ...also changes a file The resume pause mode can stop playing a file temporarily Press the MENU button to display the audio settings Turn the selector to select RESUME PAUSE mode then press ENTER to set...

Page 226: ...ile the system is in the pause mode the mode will be canceled and Bluetooth Audio will continue to play Select any other audio mode by pressing a button FM AM XM or CD if a disc is loaded on the audio...

Page 227: ...red operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada...

Page 228: ...e selector can be pushed left right up down and in Use the selector to scroll through lists to select menus and to highlight menu items When you make a selection push the center of the selector ENTER...

Page 229: ...els with navigation system Features 223 INTERFACE DIAL AUDIO BUTTON CATEGORY BAR PRESET BUTTONS FM AM BUTTON TUNE BAR SCAN A SEL SCAN AUTO SELECT BAR SKIP BAR SOUND BUTTON CENTER DISPLAY VOL VOLUME PO...

Page 230: ...reduction turns on automatically The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or the ON II position Press the AUDIO button to view the audio control display Turn the system on by pressing the VOL k...

Page 231: ...side to tune to a lower frequency To tune with the interface dial push the selector down and turn the knob to TUNE icon Then press ENTER on the selector and turn the knob to the desired frequency To e...

Page 232: ...and hold it for more than 2 seconds Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one...

Page 233: ...d if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button You can also press the A SEL side of the SCAN A SEL bar You will see A SEL on the screen and the system goes into scan mode for se...

Page 234: ...ded by the RDS Press the AUDIO button to display the radio information on the screen Push down the selector on the interface dial then turn the knob to select RDS SEARCH icon Press ENTER to set your s...

Page 235: ...the center display while searching it When the system finds a station the selected RDS category name will be displayed again for about 5 seconds in the center display If the system does not find a st...

Page 236: ...AN side of the SCAN A SEL bar You will see SCAN in the center display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal in the selected RDS category You will also see the selected RDS category n...

Page 237: ...o press the SCAN side of the SCAN A SEL bar again If the system does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station While the RD...

Page 238: ...s ENTER on the selector to enter the setting The display shows up to about 64 characters of text data on the selected RDS station If the selected RDS station has the radio text information you will se...

Page 239: ...ton repeatedly Each mode is shown in the center display as it changes Turn the VOL knob to adjust the setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see C in the display BASS TREBLE...

Page 240: ...system will return to the audio playing mode in the center display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode To adjust bass and treble select BASS or TREBLE and press ENTER on the interface sel...

Page 241: ...ls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC has four modes SVC OFF SVC LOW SVC MID and SVC HIGH The d...

Page 242: ...ellite Radio Models with navigation system 236 TITLE BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON TUNE BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL CATEGORY BAR PRESET BUTTONS VOL VOLUME POWER KNOB CENTER DISPLAY SKIP BAR SCAN A SEL SC...

Page 243: ...ic XM Satellite Radio also allows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display Push the AUDIO button to display XM information on the screen You can operate the XM Satellite Radio...

Page 244: ...ame On the screen you will see the selected CHANNEL number CATEGORY NAME artist name and TITLE music title Press either side of the TUNE bar to change channel selections Press the side of the bar for...

Page 245: ...to the right You will see SCAN on the screen and center display The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds then selects the next channel When you hear a channel you want to con...

Page 246: ...the audio or program information The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting The encryption code is being updated Wait until the encryption code is fully updated Channels 0 and 1 should...

Page 247: ...h 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 of you Driving on the lower level of a multi tiered...

Page 248: ...mation The system can store up to 30 sound files If you continue to store more information the oldest one will be deleted each time you add new information To replay and see the stored information pre...

Page 249: ...from a previous owner you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or the ON II position press the button A variety of mu...

Page 250: ...vigation system 244 TITLE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CENTER DISPLAY AUDIO BUTTON NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL VOLUME POWER KNOB DISC BUTTON SKIP BAR SCAN A SEL SCAN AUTO SELECT BAR INTERFACE DIAL DISC SLOT DISC E...

Page 251: ...P3 or WMA format see page When playing a disc in MP3 you will see MP3 in the audio display if selected In WMA format WMA will appear in the display In the center display you will see MP3 or WMA depend...

Page 252: ...u insert the first disc the changer will start to play the disc When LOAD appears in the center display again insert the next disc into the slot Do not try to insert a disc until LOAD appears You coul...

Page 253: ...empty position in numerical order If you press the LOAD button while a disc is playing the system will stop playing that disc and start the loading sequence It will then play the disc just loaded Rep...

Page 254: ...and release the side of the skip bar or push the interface selector to the left to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press the side or push the interface selector to the left again t...

Page 255: ...10 seconds of its first track and continues through the rest of the discs the same way When the system reaches the last disc DISC SCAN is canceled and that disc continues to play If you don t the syst...

Page 256: ...o TRACK on the screen To turn this feature off highlight TRACK REPEAT if not already highlighted and press ENTER on the interface selector again To replay the current disc continuously select DISC REP...

Page 257: ...uding ROOT 8 layers Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 9...

Page 258: ...hile playing a MP3 WMA disc press the AUDIO button The currently playing folder and file information comes on the screen While playing an MP3 WMA disc you can select a folder within the disc by pressi...

Page 259: ...ar repeatedly You will see SCAN next to FOLDER and the folder number blinking To listen to the rest of the folder press and hold the SCAN side of the bar until you hear a beep If you do not the system...

Page 260: ...face dial For more information see page If you do not remove the disc from the slot the system will reload the disc after 10 seconds To begin playing the disc press the DISC button To remove a differe...

Page 261: ...Message Solution Cause 257 Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal Current track will be skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically Press the EJECT button and pull out...

Page 262: ...to not play properly or possibly jam in the drive When a disc is not being played store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination To prevent warpage keep discs out of direct sunl...

Page 263: ...damage the audio unit Examples of these discs are shown to the right Bubbled wrinkled labelled and excessively thick discs Damaged discs Poor quality discs 1 2 3 CONTINUED Additional Information on Re...

Page 264: ...s Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip Recommended discs are printed with the following logo Audio unit may not play the following formats This audio unit cannot play a...

Page 265: ...Playing an iPod Models with navigation system Features 259 INTERFACE DIAL AUDIO BUTTON MAP BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON CATEGORY BAR USB ICON DISC BUTTON CENTER DISPLAY AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR iPod ICON...

Page 266: ...ay songs stored on the iPod with iTunes iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks owned by Apple Inc You can select the AUX mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons but cannot operate...

Page 267: ...gement files cannot be played If the system finds a DRM file the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE and then skips to the next file Unclip the USB connector by pivoting it and pull out the USB adapter cab...

Page 268: ...isplay on the iPod If the display does not change this function is not supported on your iPod model or firmware If the iPod indicator does not appear in the audio display check the connections and try...

Page 269: ...s with the interface dial Press the AUDIO button to show the audio control display on the navigation screen Push the selector to the right side to skip forward and to the left side to skip backward Yo...

Page 270: ...k to the normal audio playing display Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio control display on the screen You can select any type of...

Page 271: ...r side of the SKIP bar changes the file while keeping the repeat feature This feature plays all available files from the selected items in the iPod menu list playlists artists albums or songs in rando...

Page 272: ...he AM FM or XM button Press the DISC button to switch to the disc mode if a disc is loaded Press the AUX button to switch the audio mode between the Bluetooth audio and iPod This feature plays all ava...

Page 273: ...played message may vary on models or versions On some models there is no message to disconnect When you disconnect the iPod while it is playing the center display and the audio screen if selected show...

Page 274: ...nnot clear the error message take your vehicle to your dealer Error Message Solution The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the iPod There is a possibility that the files have been damag...

Page 275: ...with navigation system Features 269 SKIP BAR AUX BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL CENTER DISPLAY CANCEL BUTTON AUDIO CONTROL DISPLAY SOUND BUTTON SCAN A SEL SCAN AUTO SELECT BAR AUDIO BUTTON MAP BUTTON CATEGORY...

Page 276: ...mode by using the navigation system voice control buttons but cannot operate the play mode functions The recommended USB flash memory devices are 256 Mbyte or higher USB flash memory devices Some digi...

Page 277: ...m layers 8 The specifications for compatible AAC files are Sampling frequency 8 11 025 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 48 320 kbps Supported standards MPEG4 AAC LC MPEG2 AAC LC Partition Top pa...

Page 278: ...folder and file names and the elapsed time in the navigation screen Unclip the USB connector by pivoting it and pull out the USB adapter cable in the console compartment Connect the USB flash memory d...

Page 279: ...he interface dial Press the AUDIO button to show the audio control display on the navigation screen Push the selector knob to the right side to skip to the beginning of the next file and to the left s...

Page 280: ...your selection To go back to the normal playing display press the AUDIO button Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio mode display Y...

Page 281: ...display Turn the knob on the interface dial to select the highlighted play mode then press ENTER to turn off that selected mode This feature replays all the files in the selected folder in the order...

Page 282: ...ction samples the first file in each folder in the order they are stored To activate the folder scan feature push the selector to the right repeatedly You will see FOLDER SCAN on the screen You will a...

Page 283: ...vice in any time even if the USB mode is selected on the audio system Always follow the USB flash memory device s instructions when you remove it When you disconnect the USB flash memory device while...

Page 284: ...message take your vehicle to your dealer Error Message Solution The system cannot read the file s Check the files in the USB flash memory device There is a possibility that the files have been damage...

Page 285: ...CONTINUED Bluetooth Audio System Models with navigation system Features 279 INTERFACE DIAL AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR AUDIO BUTTON TITLE BUTTON...

Page 286: ...e If an iPod USB flash memory device or audio unit connected to the auxiliary input jack was selected at the last mode you will see iPod USB or AUX in the center display and the audio control display...

Page 287: ...ious file You can also operate the skip function with the interface dial on the audio control display of the navigation screen Push the AUDIO button Each time you push the selector on the interface di...

Page 288: ...d mode Select SOUND then press ENTER to set your selection Turn the knob on the interface dial to switch the setting between the resume pause mode and the sound mode Select RESUME PAUSE then press ENT...

Page 289: ...ne Turn the knob to select a sound mode then press ENTER to set your selection Turn the knob to your liking see page for more sound setting information Select any other audio mode by pressing a button...

Page 290: ...undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry...

Page 291: ...re 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 an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering of...

Page 292: ...can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a...

Page 293: ...Each time you press the top of the button the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to Press the bottom to go back to the previous station If you press and hold the CH...

Page 294: ...m to skip backward to the previous folder If you are playing a conventional CD without the text data and not compressed in MP3 or WMA you can use the skip function to select discs Press and hold the t...

Page 295: ...early impossible You should have received a radio code card that lists your audio system s code and serial numbers It is best to store this card in a safe place at home In addition you should write th...

Page 296: ...et button to set the time back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour the same procedure sets the time forward to the beginning of the next hour The navigation system receiv...

Page 297: ...etting hours minutes and SET The selected item is indicated with in the display You can also adjust the clock and switch the clock display between 24 hours and 12 hours in the menu mode To adjust the...

Page 298: ...k pressing the RETURN button will go back to the previous display Pressing the MENU button again will cancel this setting mode Turn the selector knob to change the setting between 12H and 24H Press th...

Page 299: ...ly to show you the system is setting itself Once the security system is set opening any door without using the key or the remote transmitter the hood or the trunk will cause the system to alarm It als...

Page 300: ...or add other devices to it Use the remote transmitter to quickly check that the hood the trunk and all doors are closed Push the lock button twice within 5 seconds There should be an audible confirma...

Page 301: ...cause a magnetic disturbance It can also be affected by accessories such as antennas and roof racks that are mounted by magnets When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the compass is s...

Page 302: ...h you last selected When the calibration is successfully completed the CAL indicator goes off and the compass display will stop blinking and show an actual heading Drive the vehicle slowly in two comp...

Page 303: ...ress the selector knob ENTER to enter your selection The display shows you the currently selected zone number Find the zone for your area on the map see page If the correct zone is not shown turn the...

Page 304: ...The audio system is not related to the compass system Even if the compass system is in the zone setting mode the display returns to the normal display which you last selected Compass 298 Zone Map...

Page 305: ...on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on Accelerate to the desired...

Page 306: ...of these ways Press and hold the RES ACCEL button When you reach the desired cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Accelerate to the desired cruising speed then press the SE...

Page 307: ...ate to the same cruising speed as before You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways Tap the brake or clutch pedal Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel Push the CRUISE button on the ste...

Page 308: ...s If your garage door was manufactured before April 1 1982 you may not be able to program HomeLink to operate it These units do not have safety features that cause the motor to stop and reverse it if...

Page 309: ...ns in HomeLink before you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button To do this press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 10 20 secon...

Page 310: ...to train the other two HomeLink buttons to operate any other compatible remotely controlled devices around your home lighting automatic gate security system etc Test the HomeLink button by pushing it...

Page 311: ...il the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly Press and hold the button on HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds Press the HomeLink button again for about 1 second It should operate the garage door Find the...

Page 312: ...2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device www homelink com If you have problems with training the HomeLink Universal Transceiver or would like informa...

Page 313: ...oth HandsFreeLink HFL HFL uses Bluetooth technology to link your cell phone to your vehicle With HFL you can place and receive calls through your vehicle s audio system without the distraction of hand...

Page 314: ...e knob or the steering wheel volume controls The HFL can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in its phonebook With a linked phone you can then automatically dial any name or number in the phonebook...

Page 315: ...ving calls Some phones do not send this information to the HFL When you are operating the HFL or when you manually select HFL on the multi information display you will see this information on the scre...

Page 316: ...ll see the above screen on the navigation display You will also see HANDS FREE LINK on the center display indicator will be displayed on the center display if your phone is linked to the Bluetooth com...

Page 317: ...of the background noise speak louder If the microphone picks up voices other than yours the system may not interpret your voice commands correctly If the HFL does not recognize a command its response...

Page 318: ...nd stop its voice recognition The next time you press the Talk button the HFL begins listening from the point at which it timed out To end a command sequence at any time press and hold the Back button...

Page 319: ...er the beep the HFL returns to its main menu Saying No will result in no ring tone or prompt playback during an incoming call The audio system will still mute and a message will be displayed Press and...

Page 320: ...tch is turned to the ON II position and you press the Talk button You will only be asked for the passcode once per ignition cycle If the passcode is set its response is The system is locked What is th...

Page 321: ...quires operation of your mobile phone For safety only perform this function while the vehicle is stopped State a four digit code for pairing Note this code It will be requested by the phone HFL does n...

Page 322: ...ur digit code you want to use For example say 1 2 3 4 The HFL response is 1 2 3 4 Is this correct Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is HFL is now searching for...

Page 323: ...main menu Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phone setup The HFL response is Phone setup options are status pair edit delete and list Press and release the Talk button After the bee...

Page 324: ...y Phone setup The HFL response is Phone setup options are status pair edit delete and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say List The HFL responds by listing the name of each paired...

Page 325: ...the Talk button After the beep say Call or Dial The HFL response is Calling or Dialing Once connected you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers To change the volume use the audio...

Page 326: ...e beep say Send The HFL response is What name or number would you like to send Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the number you want to send For example say 1 2 3 The HFL response i...

Page 327: ...ease the Talk button to answer it When you do this the original call is placed on hold To return to the original call press the Talk button again If you don t want to answer the new call disregard it...

Page 328: ...tore edit delete receive contact and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Store The HFL response is What name would you like to store Press and release the Talk button After the b...

Page 329: ...alk button After the beep say Delete The HFL response is What name would you like to delete Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is The name has been deleted Retur...

Page 330: ...rom your mobile phone Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is Calling Once connected you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers To change the v...

Page 331: ...If you say No the HFL response is Returning to the main menu Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the name you would like to store For example say Neil at work The HFL response is Nei...

Page 332: ...do not want to continue to store any other numbers press and release the Talk button After the beep say No The HFL response is Returning to the main menu The cellular phonebook option allows you to st...

Page 333: ...lete Imported Phonebook This option allows you to delete the stored phonebook from the HFL When you link your phone to the HFL and select this option the system will automatically delete the phonebook...

Page 334: ...se the correct PIN number You can search the stored number by entering keywords to make calls by using the HFL Select Search Imported Phonebook from the Select an option screen The display will change...

Page 335: ...The following category icons will appear Enter the keyword for a person s name such as the first name or last name using the Interface Dial If the system does not find an exact match say or select LI...

Page 336: ...elect an option screen The display will change as shown above After selecting a person the system will display a list of the person s phone numbers Select the desired number from the list to make a ca...

Page 337: ...following screen appears Say or select Yes and the message The imported phonebook has been deleted will appear Select OK to complete the deletion Select a phonebook from the displayed list If the phon...

Page 338: ...for The display will change as shown above Enter the 4 digit PIN number You will be asked to re enter the PIN to verify Select the phonebook you wish to add the PIN number to The phonebook you select...

Page 339: ...p and clear Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Clear The HFL response is This process will clear all paired phones clear all entries in the phonebook clear the passcode and restore t...

Page 340: ...HFL response is Vous avez selectionne Fran ais Les noms enregistres en mode Anglais ne seront pas accessible en mode Fran ais Voulez vous continuer You have selected French Name tags that were stored...

Page 341: ...The HFL response is Anglais ou Fran ais Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Anglais The HFL response is You have selected English Name tags that were stored while in French mode will...

Page 342: ...d by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any...

Page 343: ...ience by providing a direct communication link between your vehicle and the Acura Server Working through the XM radio satellite AcuraLink works in conjunction with the navigation system Bluetooth Hand...

Page 344: ...from the navigation system map menu A list of all messages will be shown New Messages will be at the top Select the message you want to read by pressing ENTER To view previously read messages Press t...

Page 345: ...not appear immediately Your dealer has to register the vehicle identification before you can receive messages This can take several days to process Select Messages then select a message category by p...

Page 346: ...ently compatible with AcuraLink To set your AcuraLink preferences the types of messages you want to receive if any visit the Owner Link website at and choose what you would like to receive If you do n...

Page 347: ...it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector To delete all messages The Delete All Messages command does not apply to Diagnostic Info and Recall messages They can only be deleted by your dealer Pre...

Page 348: ...e six message categories in AcuraLink Quick Tips Feature Guide Maintenance Minder Recalls Campaigns Diagnostic Info and Scheduled Dealer Appointment The system can store up to 255 messages During the...

Page 349: ...dealer Reschedule the appointment with the dealer Call your dealer for an appointment Find the nearest dealer You can make an appointment with your dealer through the AcuraLink when you receive a mai...

Page 350: ...TER The system will automatically connect to the Acura server then show you an appropriate appointment date and time on the navigation screen If you accept this appointment select Confirm Appointment...

Page 351: ...n press ENTER Select Scheduled Dealer Appointment then press ENTER You will see the screen to reschedule as shown To make an appointment select Reschedule Appointment then press ENTER The system will...

Page 352: ...automatically connect to the Acura server then show you the confirmation on the navigation screen If you accept the cancel press ENTER Select AcuraLink Messages on the Setup screen then press ENTER S...

Page 353: ...the nearest dealer and call the dealer directly with the HFL When a maintenance appointment is due soon you will also receive an appointment reminder message If your vehicle is affected by a recall or...

Page 354: ...ress it This helps you handle the problem as it occurs preventing or limiting costly repairs The AcuraLink system cannot determine some mechanical problems such as squeaks or rattles that are not trig...

Page 355: ...aler When viewing a diagnostic info message through the INFO menu you can use the Diagnostic Info option to connect to the Acura server and retrieve the latest information regarding the problem There...

Page 356: ...he vehicle based on appointments created or changed at the Owner Link Online Scheduling website Appointments can still be created rescheduled and canceled from the vehicle however the appointment info...

Page 357: ...fied of new messages envelope icon appears on the navigation screen Select OFF if you do not want to be notified of new messages envelope icon does not appear on the screen Messages can still be acces...

Page 358: ...e Phone Data Connection setup To find more information on Bluetooth compatible and enabled cell phones visit or call the HandsFreeLink consumer support at 1 888 528 7876 In Canada visit or call 1 888...

Page 359: ...ra display area is limited you should always back up slowly and carefully and look behind you for obstacles Whenever you shift to reverse R with the ignition switch in the ON II position the rearview...

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Page 361: ...ction will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 356 Fuel Recommendation 356 Service Station Procedure 357 Refue...

Page 362: ...with a pump octane number less than 87 can lead to engine damage We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In addition in o...

Page 363: ...ortant fuel related information please refer to your Make sure that the driver s door is unlocked With the driver s door locked the fuel fill door is also locked Outside of the vehicle push on the rig...

Page 364: ...TEN FUEL CAP message on the multi information display If the system still detects an evaporative system leak after retightening the cap the malfunction indicator lamp may come on see page Push the fue...

Page 365: ...the engine off and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed If it is loosen it then retighten it until it clicks at least once The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tig...

Page 366: ...pport rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open t...

Page 367: ...n your vehicle If it is near or below the lower mark see on page Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel Remove the dipstick orange handl...

Page 368: ...iles per gallon achieved is also provided The EPA fuel economy estimates shown in the example to the right are a useful tool for comparison when buying a vehicle EPA estimates include Represents a com...

Page 369: ...car top carriers roof racks and bike racks are also big contributors to increased drag If your vehicle has a manual transmission you can boost your fuel economy by up shifting as early as possible Idl...

Page 370: ...gine is more fuel efficient than a cold one Direct calculation is the recommended source of information about your actual fuel economy Using frequency of fill ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT...

Page 371: ...ur vehicle These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle and are covered by warranty Although non Acura accessories may fit on your vehicle they may not meet factory specification...

Page 372: ...w the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects which could cause the airbags to deploy Raising your vehicle with a non Acura suspension kit can affect the handling and stability If you...

Page 373: ...Driver s pocket However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo b...

Page 374: ...unt of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity i...

Page 375: ...oss Axle Weight Rating GAWR Both are on a label on the driver s doorjamb Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Carrying Cargo Before Driving 369 Cargo Weight 550 lbs Cargo Weight 250 lbs Cargo Weight 100 lbs...

Page 376: ...proper operation of the sensors under the seats Also keep all cargo below the bottom of the windows If it is higher it could interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags Distribute...

Page 377: ...ur floor hooks in the trunk Make sure all stored items are secured before driving The cargo net can be used to help hold down items stored in the trunk Optional Carrying Cargo Cargo Hooks Cargo Net Be...

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Page 379: ...stem the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer Preparing to Drive 374 Starting the Engine 375 Manual Transmission 376 Automatic Transmission 379...

Page 380: ...d Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely You should do these checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle Check the seat adjustment see page Whe...

Page 381: ...15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race Pres...

Page 382: ...amage the transmission by trying to shift into reverse with the vehicle moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse or shift into one of the forward gear...

Page 383: ...in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control The following shift points are recommended If you exceed the...

Page 384: ...cle may be developing a problem Have it checked by your dealer The manual transmission has lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from any forward gear to reverse while the vehicle is moving at a ce...

Page 385: ...oblem in the transmission These indicators in the tachometer show which position the shift lever is in When the D indicator warns of a possible problem with the transmission you will see a CHECK TRANS...

Page 386: ...efore you can remove the key from the ignition switch Press the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to reverse To shift from reverse to neutral...

Page 387: ...a clutch pedal For more information on driving with the paddle shifters see page If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If t...

Page 388: ...the shift lock release slot then reinstall the cover Make sure the notch on the cover is on the right side Press the brake pedal and restart the engine If you need to use the shift lock release it mea...

Page 389: ...osition indicator shows you the selected gear number To shift up or down use the right or left paddle shifter on each side of the steering wheel Downshifting with the paddle shifter allows you to incr...

Page 390: ...ll not allow you to shift up or down if You downshift before the engine speed falls below the upper limit of the lower gear If you try to do this the gear position indicator will flash the number of t...

Page 391: ...r 5th gear the transmission downshifts to the lower gear under the following conditions The vehicle slows down to a certain speed You press the brake pedal With the shift lever in S position you can m...

Page 392: ...not allow you to shift up or down if You downshift before the engine speed falls below the upper limit of the lower gear If you try to do this the gear position indicator will flash the number of the...

Page 393: ...You will see M2 in the display Starting in second gear helps to reduce wheelspin in deep snow or on a slippery surface To shift from 2 1 3 2 4 3 5 4 Speed range under 31 mph 50 km h under 62 mph 100...

Page 394: ...rear brakes If the vehicle is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If your vehicle has a manual transmission put it in first gear If the vehicle is facing downhill turn the front wh...

Page 395: ...onnected with the right rear brake etc If one circuit should develop a problem you will still have braking at two wheels All four brakes have audible brake wear indicators If the brake pads need repla...

Page 396: ...loading You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates and you may hear some noise This is normal it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes On dry pavement you will need to press...

Page 397: ...est your brakes as instructed on page If the brakes feel normal drive slowly and have your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as possible Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear whee...

Page 398: ...r If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low the sensor in that tire immediately sends a signal that causes the low tire pressure TPMS indicator in the instrument panel to come on If this...

Page 399: ...s to flash It stops flashing after approximately 1 minute then stays on You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page Although your tire pressure is monitored...

Page 400: ...pressure of a tire becomes significantly low the sensor in that tire immediately sends a signal that causes the low tire pressure TPMS indicator in the instrument panel to come on If this happens you...

Page 401: ...If this happens you will first see a system warning message CHECK TPMS SYSTEM on the multi information display If any of the tires has low pressure the tire pressure monitor also shows the above mess...

Page 402: ...veral miles kilometers driving this indicator begins to flash then stays on again You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi information display This is normal the system cannot monito...

Page 403: ...sponsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this...

Page 404: ...it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine If the VSA system indicator stays on or comes back on while driving have the VSA system inspected by your dealer If the in...

Page 405: ...easier to free it with the VSA temporarily switched off When the VSA system is off the traction control system is also off You should only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA off if you are not...

Page 406: ...etrain The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be approximately 10 of the total trailer weight Too much tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering contr...

Page 407: ...tal trailer weight by adding the weight of your trailer as quoted by the manufacturer with everything in or on the trailer If you normally pull the same load each time you tow a trailer you can use a...

Page 408: ...ydraulic system No matter how successful it may seem any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic system will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard See your tra...

Page 409: ...the vehicle and the trailer Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to your vehicle s electrical system and affect your vehicle warranty Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any othe...

Page 410: ...e safety of others take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road and follow the guidelines in this section Drive slower than normal in all driving situations and obey posted...

Page 411: ...he automatic transmission from overheating In this case the gear position 1 next to the M indicator in the instrument panel blinks about for five seconds then it stays on Make turns more slowly and wi...

Page 412: ...the vehicle speeds and road condition When going down a steep hill use second gear to provide greater engine braking Shift down to first gear when driving up steep hills Do not ride the brakes and re...

Page 413: ...ing Engine Oil 419 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 421 Engine Coolant 423 Windshield Washers 424 Transmission Fluid 425 Automatic Transmission 425 Manual Transmission 427 Brake and Clutch Fluid 428...

Page 414: ...ever you operate the engine Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion keep cigarettes sparks and flames...

Page 415: ...ve your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service To see the current engine oil life displayed on the multi information display turn the ignition switch to the ON II posi...

Page 416: ...h the message the system message indicator comes on see page The message appears on the multi information display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position This message reminds you...

Page 417: ...ible Pressing either INFO button switches the display from the message to another display To see the message again press either INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel...

Page 418: ...y time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Immediately have the service performed and make sure to reset the display as described on page Pressing either INFO button switches the displa...

Page 419: ...from the message to another display To see the message again press either INFO button repeatedly This message is displayed when you drive over 10 miles for U S models or 10 km for Canadian models aft...

Page 420: ...ealer reset the maintenance minder as follows Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If the engine oil life is not displayed press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly Press a...

Page 421: ...anufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and durability If you have the required service done but do not reset the display...

Page 422: ...s Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects See page U S Vehicles According to state and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on the items marked wit...

Page 423: ...of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions replace every 15 000 miles 24 000 km Replace dust a...

Page 424: ...CAP CLUTCH FLUID Manual Transmission only Light gray cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID Black cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange handle WASHER FLUID Blue...

Page 425: ...few minutes and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick Do not fill above the upper mark you could damage the engine Oil is a major contributor to your engine s performance and longevity Alwa...

Page 426: ...urability The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy You may u...

Page 427: ...s and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle 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...

Page 428: ...to the instructions that come with it Make sure to clean off any dirt and dust on the connecting surface of a new oil filter Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench avai...

Page 429: ...ure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines Continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling syst...

Page 430: ...the engine compartment Put the radiator cap back on and 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...

Page 431: ...e fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature Park the vehicle on level ground Start the engine let it run until the radiator fan comes on then shut off the engine For accurate results...

Page 432: ...so you do not spill any Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment Always use Honda Genuine ATF Z1 automatic transmission fluid Insert the dipstick all the wa...

Page 433: ...run out of the hole Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely Check the fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground The transmissi...

Page 434: ...l should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system needs attention Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brak...

Page 435: ...s not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid specified for the brake system A low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system Have this system inspected as soon as po...

Page 436: ...eam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge tube High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the light switch off and the key removed Because of this you should not attempt to examin...

Page 437: ...el to the right Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bumper Remove the cover on the back of the headlight assembly by turning the tab counterclockwise Use a flat tip screwdriver to rem...

Page 438: ...ip the end into the slot Reinstall the cover over the back of the headlight assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb Put the inner fender cover in...

Page 439: ...ir intake duct securely Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pushing on the tab to unlock it then slide the connector off the bulb Remove the bulb by turning it approximately one quarter t...

Page 440: ...inner fender and remove the screw with a Phillips head screwdriver Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bumper To change the bulb on the driver s side start the engine turn the steeri...

Page 441: ...the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Install the new bulb and turn it clockwise to lock it in place Put the inner fender cover in place Install the holding clip Lock it in plac...

Page 442: ...the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks Reinstall the light assembly cover Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out stop taillight rear side marker or turn s...

Page 443: ...e Pull back the appropriate corner of the trunk lid lining carefully Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straig...

Page 444: ...e trunk lid lining Make sure it is installed under the edge of the trunk seal Install the fasteners Each outside mirror has side turn signal lights The lights should be replaced by your dealer The lic...

Page 445: ...t until it bottoms Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counter clockwise Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it locks Make sure the new...

Page 446: ...glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth The fog lights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new If you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or pull a trailer readjustment may...

Page 447: ...it one quarter turn counterclockwise Install the new bulb into the hole and turn it one quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb Make sure it is on...

Page 448: ...openings with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol The driver s floor mat that came with your vehicle hooks over the floor mat anchors To lock each hook turn the kno...

Page 449: ...icated by a maintenance message on the multi information display It should be replaced every 15 000 miles 24 000 km if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the a...

Page 450: ...s at least every six months Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used Put a cloth on the edge of the loc...

Page 451: ...rubber tabs inside the blade fit to each notch of the reinforcement as shown Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder...

Page 452: ...er blade assembly onto the wiper arm Push down the lock tab Make sure the wiper blade assembly locks in place Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield the passenger s side first then the driver...

Page 453: ...mation on the TPMS Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS we recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Use...

Page 454: ...chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions The compact spare tire pressure is For additional information about your tires see page For convenience the recommen...

Page 455: ...action on wet roads You should replace the tire if you can see three or more tread wear indicators The service life of your tires is dependent on many factors including but not limited to driving habi...

Page 456: ...removed from the wheel When you have new tires installed make sure they are balanced This increases riding comfort and tire life For best results have the installer perform a dynamic balance The last...

Page 457: ...le can reduce braking ability traction and steering accuracy Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system VSA to work inconsistently The ABS an...

Page 458: ...s you should install snow tires or tire chains They may be required by local laws under certain conditions If you mount snow tires on your vehicle make sure they are radial tires of the same size and...

Page 459: ...m with the same solution and rinse them thoroughly Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear coat that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing Cleaning the wheels with harsh chemicals inc...

Page 460: ...in lead and lead compounds If additional battery maintenance is needed see your dealer or a qualified technician If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damag...

Page 461: ...han 1 month there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back on the road If possible store y...

Page 462: ...the painted surfaces that mate with the door and trunk seals Cover the vehicle with a breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Non porous materials such as plastic sheeting trap...

Page 463: ...ot you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 458 Changing a Flat Tire 459 If the Engine Won t Start 464 Jump Starting 466 If the Engine Overheats 468 Low Oil Pre...

Page 464: ...a regular wheel and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put it back o...

Page 465: ...vehicle on firm level and non slippery ground Put the transmission in Park automatic or reverse manual Apply the parking brake Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to the LO...

Page 466: ...heel nut wrench Take the jack out of the tool kit case Take the tool kit case out of the trunk Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well 6 7 4 5 Changing a Flat Tire 460 SPARE TIRE...

Page 467: ...l the flat tire is off the ground Remove the wheel nuts then remove the flat tire Handle the wheel nuts carefully they may be hot from driving Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surfac...

Page 468: ...ghten the wheel nuts fully Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotiv...

Page 469: ...k opening and lower the trunk floor lid then close the trunk lid Your vehicle s original tire has a tire pressure monitoring system sensor To replace a tire refer to see page Store the jack and tools...

Page 470: ...nition switch to the START III position If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition...

Page 471: ...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 Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to on pa...

Page 472: ...vehicle with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it Turn off all the electrical accessories climate control audio system lights etc Put the transmission in neutral manual or Park automati...

Page 473: ...ehicle If the starter motor still operates slowly check that the jumper cables have good metal to metal contact Once your vehicle is running disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle then from t...

Page 474: ...t is due to overloading the engine should start to cool down almost immediately If it does wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint then continue driving The pointer of the vehicle...

Page 475: ...he MIN mark Start the engine and set the temperature to maximum heat climate control to AUTO at Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixt...

Page 476: ...d you should take immediate action You will also see a CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL message on the multi information display when this indicator comes on If the charging system indicator comes on brightly w...

Page 477: ...des are set Refer to for more information see page If the indicator comes on repeatedly even though it may turn off as you continue driving have your vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible...

Page 478: ...icator comes on while driving the brake fluid level is probably low Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal If it does check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a servic...

Page 479: ...r behind the left side cover in the trunk If you also cannot unlock the trunk due to the power door lock system malfunction see page and open the trunk manually To open the fuel fill door pull the rel...

Page 480: ...side interior fuse box is on the lower passenger s side panel To remove the fuse box lid put your finger in the notch on the lid and pull it upward slightly then pull it toward you and take it out of...

Page 481: ...eciding that a blown fuse is not the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse box by looking at the wire inside Removing these f...

Page 482: ...lown replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse boxes by pulling out each one with the...

Page 483: ...ician 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 with one of the correct rating as soon as y...

Page 484: ...ter Sub Fan Motor Not Used Not Used Heater Motor Hazard Horn Not Used Stop IG Coil FI Sub Back Up Interior Lights FI Main DBW Not Used MG Clutch Engine Oil Level 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18...

Page 485: ...w Driver s Side Door Lock Left Front Fog Light Left Side Small Lights Exterior Left Headlight High Beam TPMS Left Headlight Low Beam Not Used Engine Oil Level If equipped Not Used Seat Memory Washer W...

Page 486: ...nger s Side Power Seat Reclining Passenger s Side Power Seat Sliding Right Side Door Lock Rear Passenger s Side Power Window Rear Accessory Power Socket Front Passenger s Power Window Not Used 9 10 11...

Page 487: ...ting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off the ground The rear tires remain on the ground Start the engine Press on the brake pedal Move the shift lever through all its positions Shift...

Page 488: ...l cause serious damage The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle s weight The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I posi...

Page 489: ...uld know about your vehicle s tires and emissions control systems Identification Numbers 484 Specifications 486 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles 489 Tire Labeling 491 Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys...

Page 490: ...your vehicle The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the certification...

Page 491: ...is on a label on top of the transmission The engine number is stamped into the front of the engine block Identification Numbers Technical Information 485 MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER AUTOM...

Page 492: ...g the oil remaining in the engine Engine coolant Engine oil Manual trans mission fluid Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir Length Width Height Wheelbase Track 62 2 in 1 580 mm 62...

Page 493: ...lights Stop Taillights High mount brake light Back up lights Rear side marker lights License plate lights Ceiling light Spotlights Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights SXU22HCR11S IL...

Page 494: ...lignment Size Pressure P225 50R17 93V T135 80D16 101M 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm Toe in Camber Caster 0 00 in 0 0 mm 0 08 in 2 0 mm 0 1 3 48 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Front Rear Front Rear Front Front...

Page 495: ...B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have...

Page 496: ...ty to dissipate 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 lif...

Page 497: ...ting Whenever tires are replaced they should be replaced with tires of the same size Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means Vehicle type P indicates pass...

Page 498: ...Tire type code Date of manufacture This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transportation The maximum air pressure the tire can hold The maximum load the tire can...

Page 499: ...a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and...

Page 500: ...malfunction exists Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS t...

Page 501: ...gine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned As ga...

Page 502: ...aust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system Through chemical reactions it conver...

Page 503: ...mpair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle s three way catalytic converter The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts prom...

Page 504: ...testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three...

Page 505: ...elect a nearby lightly 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 automatic or 5th manual Do not use the crui...

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Page 507: ...Client Service Information 502 Warranty Coverages 503 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 504 Authorized Manuals 505 Warranty and Client Relations Warranty and Client Relations 501...

Page 508: ...nformation In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name...

Page 509: ...re covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty manual for details covers all Acura replacement parts against defects...

Page 510: ...ich could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc To co...

Page 511: ...formation for each electrical circuit in your vehicle Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Service Manual...

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Page 513: ...s 383 Shifting 379 Shift Lever Position Indicators 379 Shift Lever Positions 380 Shift Lock Release 381 Auxiliary Input Jack 288 Battery Charging System Indicator 61 470 Jump Starting 466 Maintenance...

Page 514: ...lient Service Information 502 Climate Control System 166 Clock 290 Clutch Fluid 429 CO in the Exhaust 55 495 Cold Weather Starting in 375 Compact Spare 458 Compass 295 Console Compartment 156 Consumer...

Page 515: ...ing 466 Brake System Indicator 472 Changing a Flat Tire 459 Charging System Indicator 470 Checking the Fuses 474 Fuel Fill Door Opening Manually 473 Hazard Warning Flashers 117 Jump Starting 466 Low O...

Page 516: ...9 Fuel 68 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission 379 Manual Transmission 376 Glove Box 157 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 369 401 Halogen Headlight Bulbs 430 HandsFreeLink 307 Hazard Warni...

Page 517: ...High Beam 66 High Temperature Coolant 69 Key Immobilizer System 61 Lights On 66 Low Fuel 67 Low Oil Pressure 60 470 Low Tire Pressure TPMS 64 392 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 471 Security System 67 Side...

Page 518: ...472 Octane Requirement Gasoline 356 Odometer 73 Oil Change How to 421 Change When to 409 Checking Engine 361 Pressure Indicator 60 470 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart 420 ON Ignition Key Position 12...

Page 519: ...Child 36 Reverse Gear Position 380 Reverse Lockout 378 Rotation Tire 451 Safety Belts 8 19 Safety Defects Reporting 504 Safety Features 7 Airbags 9 Seat Belts 8 Safety Labels Location of 56 Safety Me...

Page 520: ...Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 31 Signaling Turns 111 Snow Tires 452 Sound System 174 Spare Tire Inflating 458 Specifications 488 Spark Plugs 487 Specifications 486 Speed Control 299 Speed Limiter 37...

Page 521: ...e Labeling 491 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 392 493 Check TPMS 395 Low Tire Pressure TPMS Indicator 64 392 Required Federal Explanation 493 Tires 447 Air Pressure 448 488 Chains 453 Checking W...

Page 522: ...torage 455 Ventilation 169 VIN 484 Viscosity Oil 420 Voice Control System 167 222 XM Satellite Radio 183 236 WARNING Explanation of iii Warning Labels Location of 56 Warranty Coverages 503 Washers Win...

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Page 526: ...1 or higher Oil change capacity including filter Honda Genuine ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid see page API Premium grade 5W 20 detergent oil see page Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or...

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