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Cleaning

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Operating the Power

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Rear, Defogger

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Cleaning

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Defroster

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Washers

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Changing Blades

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Operation

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Worn Tires

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Wrecker, Emergency Towing

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Index

Summary of Contents for 2003 TL

Page 1: ...w to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 187 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 219 The Maintena...

Page 2: ...o Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CANADI...

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

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

Page 5: ...N A AI IR RB BA AG GS S A AU UT TO OM MA AT TI IC C T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N C CL LI IM MA AT TE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L S SY YS ST TE EM M P PO OW WE ER R D DO OO OR R L LO OC CK KS S F F...

Page 6: ...P PA AN NE EL L B BR RI IG GH HT TN NE ES SS S M MO OO ON NR RO OO OF F S SW WI IT TC CH H F FO OG G L LI IG GH HT TS S P P 6 69 9 7 71 1 P P 7 72 2 7 73 3 P P 7 73 3 P P 6 68 8 P P 7 75 5 P P 1 10 0...

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Page 8: ...ldren 21 All Children Must Be Restrained 21 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 22 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 22 If You Must Drive with Several Children 25 If a Chil...

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

Page 10: ...ten the front seat belts in the event of a crash CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Your Car s Safety Features 7 5 5 7 7 6 6 2 2 2 2 1 1 3 3 8 8 7 7 4 4 9 9 1 10 0 9 9 1 1 S Sa af fe et ty y C Ca a...

Page 11: ...children Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash even though your car has a...

Page 12: ...r deploy A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag Of course seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash...

Page 13: ...For example sitting too close to the steering wheel or dashboard increases the risk of you or your passenger being injured by striking the inside of the car or by an inflating airbag Reclining a seat...

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

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

Page 16: ...ition Most shorter drivers can get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the pedals However if you are concerned about sitting too close we recommend that you investigate whether som...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Page 24: ...ath of children ages 12 and under So if you have children or if you ever need to drive with a grandchild or other children in your car be sure to read this section See page See page 26 37 properly All...

Page 25: ...so children cannot be injured by an inflating airbag when they ride in the back If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child If you...

Page 26: ...k seat in a booster seat if needed and be properly restrained with a seat belt See page for important information about protecting larger children 37 Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety In...

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

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

Page 29: ...children not to play in or around cars Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener U S models only and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature see page Even very young child...

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

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

Page 32: ...ide to verify that it is secure To provide security during normal driving maneuvers as well as during a collision we recommend that parents secure a child seat as firmly as possible However a child se...

Page 33: ...recommend that another adult sit in the back seat with the baby If placed facing forward an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision We recommend that an infant be restrained...

Page 34: ...may prevent the driver or a front seat passenger from moving the seat as far back as recommended see page Or it may prevent them from locking the seat back in the desired upright position see page In...

Page 35: ...e belt is not tight the child seat will not be secure To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt To activate the lockable...

Page 36: ...mechanism and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract A child at least one year old who can sit up without support and who fits within the child sea...

Page 37: ...shoulder belts in the back and front passenger seating positions have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a forw...

Page 38: ...acts After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps After confir...

Page 39: ...driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child restraint system un...

Page 40: ...r a child who must sit in the front seat To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child sit in the rear seat all the way back against the seat and have them put on the seat b...

Page 41: ...injured in a crash If the shoulder part of the belt rests over the child s collarbone and against the center of the chest and if the lap belt rests over the child s hipbones and touches the tops of th...

Page 42: ...es risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator o...

Page 43: ...front a child must be able to follow the rules including sitting properly and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride Physically a child must be large enough for the lap shoulder belt to prop...

Page 44: ...tings are located under plastic covers Pivot the cover backward to access the anchor fitting Attach the attaching clip to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration then tighten the strap...

Page 45: ...d seat in the rear left or right vehicle seat and attach the child seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker s instructions To install a LATCH compatible child seat Make sure there a...

Page 46: ...pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers This symbol on rear or forward facing child seats or booster cushi...

Page 47: ...fasten your belts If the driver s seat belt is not fastened before the ignition is turned ON II the light will come on and a beeper will also sound The beeper will stop after a few seconds but the lig...

Page 48: ...ot cause the airbags to deploy In this case the airbags would not be needed but the additional seat belt tension can be helpful For added protection the front seat belts are equipped with automatic se...

Page 49: ...matic seat belt tensioners that deployed during a crash must be replaced For information on how to clean your seat belts see page If a seat belt is worn during a crash it must be replaced by the deale...

Page 50: ...ate to severe frontal collision the sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control unit will instantly inflate the front airbags A sophisti...

Page 51: ...ly one airbag to inflate This can occur when the severity of a collision is at the margin or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy In such cases the seat belt will provide s...

Page 52: ...ks and both are marked SIDE AIRBAG If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or...

Page 53: ...lert you to a potential problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners page or your side airbags or passenger s side airbag automatic cutoff system page If you see any of these indications your fron...

Page 54: ...f indicator light comes on you should have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the deployment path of the side airbag the system will turn the airbag back on and the light will go o...

Page 55: ...erly Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself This must be done by an Acura dealer or a...

Page 56: ...in an unconfined area with the engine running adjust the climate control system as follows Your car s exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the...

Page 57: ...that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Acura dealer for a replacement U S models only U S models Canadian models Safety L...

Page 58: ...r Window Defogger 74 Steering Wheel Adjustment 75 Keys and Locks 76 Keys 76 Immobilizer System 77 Ignition Switch 78 Power Door Locks 79 Remote Transmitter 81 Childproof Door Locks 84 Trunk 85 Emergen...

Page 59: ...MI IR RR RO OR R C CO ON NT TR RO OL LS S A AU UD DI IO O S SY YS ST TE EM M F FU UE EL L F FI IL LL L D DO OO OR R R RE EL LE EA AS SE E H HA AN ND DL LE E C CL LI IM MA AT TE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL...

Page 60: ...L I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R S SU UP PP PL LE EM ME EN NT TA AL L R RE ES ST TR RA AI IN NT T S SY YS ST TE EM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R I IM MM MO OB BI IL LI IZ ZE ER R S SY YS ST TE EM M I IN...

Page 61: ...EM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R L LO OW W F FU UE EL L I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R S SE EA AT T B BE EL LT T R RE EM MI IN ND DE ER R L LI IG GH HT T B BR RA AK KE E L LA AM MP P I IN ND DI IC CA AT...

Page 62: ...t belts A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car This light has two functions This indicat...

Page 63: ...er to have it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock For complete information see page This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it...

Page 64: ...with the VSA system Take the car to your dealer to have it checked Without VSA your car still has normal driving ability but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement See page for more inf...

Page 65: ...right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see page Replace the bul...

Page 66: ...ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 This lights when you set the cruise control See page for information on operating the cruise control This light comes on as a reminder that you must...

Page 67: ...ever drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone Gauges Instruments and Controls Speedometer Tachometer 64 T TA AC CH HO OM ME ET TE ER R S SP PE EE ED DO OM ME ET TE ER R F FU UE EL L G GA AU UG...

Page 68: ...umber resets to 0 0 Both trip meters will reset if the car s battery goes dead or is disconnected The trip meter shows the number of miles U S or kilometers Canada driven since you last reset it There...

Page 69: ...fely to the side of the road Turn to page for instructions and precautions on checking the engine s cooling system This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit in U S models and in Ce...

Page 70: ...tenance is done by someone other than your Acura dealer reset the indicator as follows For the first 6 000 miles 9 600 km after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset it will come on for two seco...

Page 71: ...L L B BR RI IG GH HT TN NE ES SS S T TI IL LT T A AD DJ JU US ST TM ME EN NT T H HA AZ ZA AR RD D W WA AR RN NI IN NG G L LI IG GH HT TS S H HO OR RN N C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L R RE EA...

Page 72: ...nal lever back lightly then release it The high beams will come on and go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back no matter what position the headlight switch is in The...

Page 73: ...exterior lights and the instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver s door This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in...

Page 74: ...d up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn The dial on the...

Page 75: ...the rotary switch If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h In intermittent the wip...

Page 76: ...ase the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield Push the red button to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicator...

Page 77: ...ight in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition You have to tur...

Page 78: ...your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position Make sure you have securely lo...

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

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

Page 81: ...START III As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this de...

Page 82: ...let go of the key The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key s coding see page You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position...

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

Page 84: ...the button a second time The parking lights side marker lights taillights and license plate lights flash twice each time you push the button The ceiling light if the ceiling light switch is in the ce...

Page 85: ...on the remote transmitter You can also turn the ignition switch to ON II Panic mode will not activate if the ignition switch is in the ON II position The driving position memory activated Memory 1 Mem...

Page 86: ...cloth on the edge of the transmitter and remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat tip screwdriver When the remote transmitter s battery begins to get weak it may take se...

Page 87: ...dropping or throwing it Also protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth Do not use strong cleaners or solvents that could harm the case Immersing th...

Page 88: ...ior See on page Reach through the trunk pass through and pull the trunk release handle You can open the trunk in three ways Press the trunk release button on the driver s door Press the trunk release...

Page 89: ...key Even if the trunk main switch is turned off you can open the trunk with the remote transmitter To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else Disable the trunk releas...

Page 90: ...on Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature For more information about child safety see pages and 25 26 Glove Box Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls 87 G G...

Page 91: ...seat with the ignition switch in any position Make all adjustments before you start driving The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom The horizontal switch adj...

Page 92: ...the direction you want to move The driver s seat includes a memory feature Two seat positions can be stored in separate memories You can then select a memorized position by pushing the appropriate mem...

Page 93: ...ort by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the lumbar support through its full range Make all seat adjustments before you start driving You...

Page 94: ...adjust the restraint as high as possible The head restraints adjust for height On Premium models it adjusts for tilt You need both hands to adjust the restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while drivi...

Page 95: ...down to use it Make sure the passenger s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it The lid of the console compartment can be used as an armrest by moving it forward and backward Make...

Page 96: ...ake sure it latches properly Make sure all items in the trunk and those extending through the pass through are secured For security this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key To lo...

Page 97: ...n 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 when th...

Page 98: ...is will give you a better view of that side of the vehicle while parallel parking The mirror returns to its original position when you take the transmission out of reverse Outside mirror positions can...

Page 99: ...ies You select a memorized position by pushing the appropriate button or using the appropriate remote transmitter Memory 1 or Memory 2 Adjust the seat to a comfortable position see page Adjust the out...

Page 100: ...want to add a new position while retaining the current one use the other memory button All stored driving positions will be lost if your car s battery goes dead or is disconnected Press the desired me...

Page 101: ...If you change the memorized position the indicator light in the memory button will go out To keep this driving position for later use you must store it in the driving position memory Press any button...

Page 102: ...o use them Push the front of the switch HI to rapidly heat up the seat After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature select LO by pushing the back of the switch This will keep the seat warm Follow...

Page 103: ...urn the ignition switch to ON II to raise or lower any window Each door has a switch that controls its window To open the window push the switch down and hold it Release the switch when you want the w...

Page 104: ...own pull back on the window switch briefly To close the driver s window fully pull back the window switch firmly then release it The window automatically goes all the way up To stop the window from go...

Page 105: ...er s window fuse is removed the AUTO function will be disabled The power window system needs to be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse You should do the following Start the eng...

Page 106: ...ition Make sure everyone s hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it The moonroof has two positions it can be tilted up in the back for ventilation or it can be slid back into the...

Page 107: ...gain The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running see page 59 Instruments and Controls Parking Brake 104 P PA AR RK KI...

Page 108: ...ward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 To set the clock Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time Press and...

Page 109: ...ose lower the lid and push it down until it latches You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid To use the tray pull up on the right lever and lift up the armrest pad Co...

Page 110: ...vot the lid up To remove a storage compartment for emptying open the lid then carefully pull the compartment straight up and out of the armrest These storage compartments can also be used as ashtrays...

Page 111: ...u are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior Th...

Page 112: ...iding out the extension To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on positions Make sur...

Page 113: ...to the coin box and the other is in the console compartment To use an accessory power socket the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II To open the socket on the front panel pull the cover do...

Page 114: ...essories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps To use the socket in the console compartment pull the cover up The ceiling light with the switch in the center position also comes on when you unlock...

Page 115: ...ng the button next to each light Push the button again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times The storage tray is located above the audio system Push on the center of the tray to get i...

Page 116: ...d small items in the inner box in the storage tray Lift the lid to use the tray To reinstall the storage tray into the dashboard close the lid then push the storage tray in until it latches Instrument...

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Page 118: ...equencies 135 Radio Reception 135 Operating the Cassette Player 137 Tape Search Functions 138 Caring for the Cassette Player 141 Operating the CD Changer 142 Protecting Compact Discs 148 CD Changer Er...

Page 119: ...ustable For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling the engine must be running The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep th...

Page 120: ...Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 117 P PA AS SS SE EN NG GE ER R S S S SI ID DE E V VE EN NT T R RE EA AR R V VE EN NT TS S D DI IA AL L T TA AB BS S...

Page 121: ...r limit 90 F 32 C the system runs at full cooling or heating only It does not regulate the interior temperature When the temperature is set between the lower and upper limits the system regulates the...

Page 122: ...the A C off the sys tem cannot regulate the inside tem perature if you set the dial below the outside temperature With the A C on use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air...

Page 123: ...air is brought in from outside the car Fresh Air mode You can for example manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes Use the MODE button to select the...

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

Page 125: ...lly If it is not in AUTO manually increase the fan speed or set the dial to AUTO You can increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing th...

Page 126: ...the proper mix of conditioned and or heated air that will as quickly as possible raise or lower the interior temperature from its current level to the set temperature When you set the temperature to i...

Page 127: ...ual selection causes the indicator in the AUTO button to go out Pressing ON or OFF in the display turns the air conditioning on and off You will see A C ON or A C OFF activated in the display Semi aut...

Page 128: ...nually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes When you turn the A C off the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you set it below the outside t...

Page 129: ...comes from the floor vents The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de froster vents at the base of the wind shield Use the MODE icons to select the vents the air flows from Some air w...

Page 130: ...can increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing the button again the system returns to its former settings This button turns the rear...

Page 131: ...and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 132: ...s Dolby noise reduction automatic sensing of chromium dioxide CrO tape and auto reverse for continuous play The in dash CD changer holds up to six discs You operate the CD changer with the same contro...

Page 133: ...s the AM or FM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broad casting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Operating t...

Page 134: ...button again The preset frequencies will be lost if your car s battery goes dead is disconnected or the radio fuse is removed You can use any of four methods to find radio stations on the selected ban...

Page 135: ...that does not have a station stored To activate Auto Select press the A SEL button A SEL will flash in the display and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds It automatically scans bot...

Page 136: ...does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre viously When you return home turn off Auto Select by pressing the A SEL button The preset buttons will then select the frequencies you originally set...

Page 137: ...e These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker BAL adjusts the side to side strength while FAD adjusts the front to back strength Select BAL or FAD by pressing the TUNE kn...

Page 138: ...weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to...

Page 139: ...cted by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in c...

Page 140: ...he tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radio or CD changer while listening to a tape press the AM FM or CD button To change back to the cassette player press the TAPE button Dol...

Page 141: ...reverses direction and begins to play Tape Search Functions FF REW Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 138 D DO OL LB BY Y I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R P PW WR R V VO OL L K KN NO OB B A AM M...

Page 142: ...see FF flashing in the display as the tape fast forwards When the system finds the begin ning of a song or passage it goes back to PLAY To stop the SKIP function before it finds the beginning of a so...

Page 143: ...EAT by pressing the button again Pressing the REW or FF button or either of the SKIP buttons also turns off REPEAT The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a son...

Page 144: ...cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place cassettes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight high heat or high humidity If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat...

Page 145: ...You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system For best results when using CD R discs use only high quality discs labeled for audio use When recording a CD R the recording must be closed i...

Page 146: ...CDs before all six positions are filled and you do not press the Load button the system will wait for ten seconds then stop the load operation and begin playing the last CD loaded To load a single CD...

Page 147: ...sition the CD Loaded indicator is off and press the preset button for that position 1 to 6 The system will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence It will then play the CD just load...

Page 148: ...so turns off the repeat feature This feature when activated plays the tracks within a CD in random order rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD To activate Random Play press the RDM butt...

Page 149: ...OL knob or the ignition switch play will continue at the same point when you turn it back on Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 146 P PR RE ES SE ET T B BU UT TT TO ON NS S S SK KI IP P B B...

Page 150: ...elect it with the appropriate preset button When that CD begins playing press the Eject button If you press the Eject button while listening to the radio or tape or with the audio system turned off th...

Page 151: ...extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the magazine A new CD may be rough...

Page 152: ...e right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Acura dealer Indication Cause Solution Disc changer malfunction High temperature Consult your Acura dealer Will disappear when the...

Page 153: ...press the AM or FM button on the audio system s front panel If you are playing a cassette use the AUDIO CH button to advance to the next selection You will see FF blinking in the display when you pre...

Page 154: ...e audio system s serial number in this Owner s Manual If you should happen to lose the card you must obtain the code number from your Acura dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number I...

Page 155: ...ar or remove the radio This alarm continues for two minutes then the system resets To reset an alarming system before the two minutes have elapsed unlock either front door with the key or the remote t...

Page 156: ...for cruising on straight open highways It is not recommended for conditions such as city driving winding roads slippery roads heavy rain or bad weather You should have full control of the car under t...

Page 157: ...1 6 km h Push on the accelerator pedal Ac celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button The cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills If y...

Page 158: ...off the accelerator pedal The car will return to the set cruising speed Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause the cruise control to cancel You can cancel the cruise control in any of these...

Page 159: ...rument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way The system remembers the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelera...

Page 160: ...Link make sure you have a clear view of the garage door or gate and that no one will be injured by its movement If you are training HomeLink to operate a garage door or gate it is recommended that you...

Page 161: ...ned codes before training the first button To do this press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 20 seconds until the red light flashes Release the buttons then proce...

Page 162: ...When the red light flashes rapidly release both buttons HomeLink should have learned the code from the remote control Plug in the garage door opener motor then test the HomeLink transceiver button by...

Page 163: ...conds to complete the following steps Make sure you have properly completed the Training HomeLink procedure Press and hold the button on HomeLink for 3 4 seconds The same button you trained with the T...

Page 164: ...ed operation of the device To erase the codes stored in all three buttons press and hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash then release the buttons You should erase all three...

Page 165: ...a fast busy signal The system will retry the connection several times before returning to the ready mode The OnStar buttons and indicator are located in the base of the rear view mirror The Safe and S...

Page 166: ...ar advisor or to cancel the call if you should press one of the other buttons accidentally If the OnStar center should call you press this button to answer the call This button is also used to initiat...

Page 167: ...o evaluate the situation and contact the nearest emergency services provider The OnStar advisor can help you if you are ever in a minor accident by asking you for information about the accident Comple...

Page 168: ...dinner reservations purchase tickets to events send flowers etc The OnStar advisor can give you information on nearby hotels restaurants ATMs hospitals gas stations and many other services in any are...

Page 169: ...Answer End DOT Button OnStar will respond with Ready Say Dial OnStar will respond with Number Please Say the first digit of the number OnStar will repeat that digit Always wait for OnStar to confirm...

Page 170: ...too much background noise Repeat the command after a short pause With voice feedback off the system will respond with a tone rather than Ready or repeating each number you say Other responses will sti...

Page 171: ...y Call OnStar will respond with Nametag Please Say the nametag for the number you want to call OnStar will respond with Calling nametag then place the telephone call If you have forgotten what nametag...

Page 172: ...that digit Say the third digit of the code Say the fourth digit of the code OnStar will repeat that digit OnStar will respond with Security code number is now ON OFF If you forget the security code en...

Page 173: ...u can set up a customized profile with OnStar that makes it easier to get information about areas that are of specific interest to you To do this you must go to the OnStar web site www onstar com This...

Page 174: ...s the Global Positioning System GPS to locate your vehicle for functions such as route guidance and roadside assistance GPS is affected by structures that can obstruct the signal such as tunnels parki...

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Page 176: ...ction will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 174 Gasoline 174 Service Station Procedures 175 Filling the Fuel Ta...

Page 177: ...ncing additive called MMT If you use such gasolines your emissions control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this happens co...

Page 178: ...ear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door 1 2 3 CONTINUED Filling the Fuel Tank Service Station Procedures Before Driving 175 F FU UE EL...

Page 179: ...y be a problem with this system Consult your dealer Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten it until it clicks several times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may c...

Page 180: ...supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before the...

Page 181: ...minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil Remove the dipstick orange handle Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel Insert it all the way back in its tube 1 2 3 Before...

Page 182: ...MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to on page for information on checking other items in your Acura 4 233 238 231 Service Stat...

Page 183: ...dition of your car and your driving habits are the two most important things that affect the fuel mileage you get Always maintain your car according to the maintenance schedule This will keep it in to...

Page 184: ...bscure any lights or interfere with proper car operation or performance Have the installer contact your Acura dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory However if electronic acc...

Page 185: ...rmarket wheels because they are a universal design can cause excessive stress on suspension components Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System Modific...

Page 186: ...allows you to carry longer items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your car s handling stability and operation and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be...

Page 187: ...re towing a trailer The final number is the total weight of cargo you can carry If you are towing a trailer add the tongue weight to the number above Add up the weight of all occupants To figure out h...

Page 188: ...e trunk The cargo net can be used to help hold down items stored in the trunk To use the cargo net hook it to the buttons on the floor and sides of the trunk You can use the cargo net in several confi...

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Page 190: ...portant Safety Reminders 202 ABS Indicator 202 Traction Control System 203 TCS ON OFF Switch 204 TCS Indicator 205 Vehicle Stability Assist System 206 Driving in Bad Weather 209 Towing a Trailer 211 T...

Page 191: ...that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page Turn the ignition switch ON II Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel Start the engine see page Check the gauges and indicator...

Page 192: ...tion key in the START III position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 5 if the engine does not start If it starts lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race An engine...

Page 193: ...ft lever is in The illuminated number next to the D indicator shows you the gear you have selected in the Sequential SportShift mode The D indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the igniti...

Page 194: ...n manually You cannot shift out of Park with the brake pedal depressed when the ignition switch is in LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I Whenever you move the shift lever slide it along the guide on the console 5...

Page 195: ...ark To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a complete stop and then shift If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page If you cannot s...

Page 196: ...shift gears much like a manual transmission but without a clutch pedal To enter the Sequential SportShift mode move the shift lever to the left To return to D move the shift lever to the right When yo...

Page 197: ...Speed range under 18 mph 29 km h under 34 mph 55 km h To shift from 4 3 5 4 Speed range under 34 mph 55 km h under 47 mph 75 km h The transmission will also shift automatically as the vehicle comes t...

Page 198: ...14 F 10 C you may not be able to use the Sequential SportShift mode The table shows the speed ranges for upshifting and downshifting To shift from 2 3 3 4 4 5 Speed range over 9 mph 15 km h over 18 mp...

Page 199: ...s you more power and increased engine braking For faster acceleration when in D D or D you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to the floor The transmi...

Page 200: ...in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if...

Page 201: ...mall metal plate neither are included in the tool kit to remove the cover Carefully pry on the edge of the cover Remove the screwdriver from the Shift Lock Release slot then reinstall the cover Make s...

Page 202: ...heels toward the curb Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes Set the parking brake before...

Page 203: ...ormal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Since a longer distance is needed to stop with wet brakes be extra cautious and alert in your driving Your Acura is equipped with disc brake...

Page 204: ...brakes has two separate circuits Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle the left front brake is connected with the right rear brake etc If one circuit should develop a problem you will stil...

Page 205: ...aler inspect your car as soon as possible Always steer moderately when you are braking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the ro...

Page 206: ...skills or technique The TCS does not control your car s whole braking system and cannot prevent skidding if you enter a corner too fast It is still your responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds a...

Page 207: ...cates that TCS has turned off After the brakes have cooled down usually for about 10 minutes TCS will turn back on and the indicator will turn off This switch is under the side vent It lets you turn t...

Page 208: ...e on along with the ABS indicator if there is a problem in the anti lock brake system see on page The TCS indicator may occasionally come on for one or two seconds and then go out This is normal The T...

Page 209: ...espond to the accelerator in the same way it does at other times You will also see the VSA Activation Indicator blink The Vehicle Stability Assist system helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornerin...

Page 210: ...h is turned ON II there may be a problem with the VSA system Have your dealer inspect your car as soon as possible Without VSA your car will have normal braking and cornering ability but it will not h...

Page 211: ...me size and type as your original tires see page Deactivate the VSA system if you need to drive with the compact spare tire installed see page If you install winter tires make sure they are the same s...

Page 212: ...can cause loss of control in wet weather Be extra cautious for the first few miles kilometers of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions This is especially true in snow A person...

Page 213: ...side temperature is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can change without warning Be careful when downshifting If tr...

Page 214: ...450 kg Towing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer pu...

Page 215: ...exceed on the front axle on the rear axle on the front axle on the rear axle and Premium model Type S Premium model Type S Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Towing a Trai...

Page 216: ...ailer weights are within limits is to have them checked at a public scale Using a suitable scale or a special tongue load gauge check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination a f...

Page 217: ...ctor located in the trunk by the left taillight To use the connector undo the fastener and unscrew the cargo net mounting button on the left side of the trunk lining Refer to the drawing in this page...

Page 218: ...a trailer Even if they don t you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you or if the trailer creates a blind spot Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items a...

Page 219: ...the engine cool If the transmission shifts frequently between 4th and 5th gears while going up a hill shift to D And if the transmission shifts frequently between 3rd and 4th gears shift to D Drive sl...

Page 220: ...e someone guide you when backing up Grip the of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right If y...

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Page 222: ...ecord 229 Owner Maintenance Checks 231 Fluid Locations 232 Engine Oil 233 Adding Oil 233 Recommended Oil 233 Synthetic Oil 234 Additives 235 Changing the Oil and Filter 235 Cooling System 238 Adding E...

Page 223: ...on This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks such as checking and adding oil Any service items not detailed in this section should be performed by an Acura technician or other qu...

Page 224: ...engine is off This will help to eliminate several potential hazards To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline or batteries Use a commercially available de...

Page 225: ...This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed...

Page 226: ...formance and durability Your authorized Acura dealer knows your car best and can provide competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Main...

Page 227: ...tions Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Rotate tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km 15 24 12 30 48 24 60 96 48 120 192 96 75 120 60 105 168 84 45 72 36 90 144 72 Every 3 years independent of mile...

Page 228: ...km 3 yrs 3 yrs 52 500 mi 84 000 km 60 000 mi 96 000 km 4 yrs 67 500 mi 108 000 km 75 000 mi 120 000 km 5 yrs 82 500 mi 132 000 km 90 000 mi 144 000 km 6 yrs 6 yrs 97 500 mi 156 000 km 105 000 mi 168 0...

Page 229: ...every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Inspect every 7 500 miles 12 000 km or 6 months Every 7 500 miles 12 000 km or 6 months Every 3 years independent of mileage See timing belt on page for replacement informa...

Page 230: ...d boots Inspect suspension components Inspect driveshaft boots Check parking brake adjustment Lubricate all hinges locks and latches with multipurpose grease Inspect brake hoses and lines including AB...

Page 231: ...000 mi 168 000 km 7 yrs 108 750 mi 174 000 km 112 500 mi 180 000 km 116 250 mi 186 000 km 120 000 mi 192 000 km 8 yrs 9 yrs 120 000 mi 192 000 km 10 yrs 120 000 mi 192 000 km 7 yrs Do items in A B Do...

Page 232: ...or dealer stamp Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here...

Page 233: ...nature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Da...

Page 234: ...oir each time you stop for fuel See page Lights Check the operation of the headlights parking lights taillights high mount brake light turn signals brake lights and license plate lights monthly See pa...

Page 235: ...p p W WA AS SH HE ER R F FL LU UI ID D B Bl lu ue e c ca ap p P PO OW WE ER R S ST TE EE ER RI IN NG G F FL LU UI ID D R Re ed d c ca ap p B BR RA AK KE E F FL LU UI ID D G Gr ra ay y c ca ap p A AU U...

Page 236: ...mance and longevity Always use a premium grade 5W 20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Insti...

Page 237: ...maintenance schedule The SAE number tells you the oil s viscosity or weight Select the oil for your vehicle according to this chart 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your Acura to i...

Page 238: ...car should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic Run the en...

Page 239: ...e remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Acura dealer is required to remove the filter Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it Put a new washer on the dr...

Page 240: ...inutes then check the oil level If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick Refill the engine with the recom mended oil Engine oil change capacity including filter 9 8 7...

Page 241: ...r It does not require any additional mixing If it is not available you may use another major brand non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended fo...

Page 242: ...cooling system Make sure the engine and radiator are cool Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolan...

Page 243: ...refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 Use of any non Honda coolant or plain water...

Page 244: ...2 C Turn off the ignition Open the hood Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch Remove the radiator cap Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator The coolant will drain throu...

Page 245: ...re mixing is not required The cooling system capacity is Start the engine and let it run for about 30 seconds Then turn off the engine Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck...

Page 246: ...up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark Start the engine and let it run until the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice Then stop the engine Check the lev...

Page 247: ...fluid on a clean cloth This will help to condition the blade edges Check the reservoir s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap The low washer level indica...

Page 248: ...the maintenance schedule If you are not sure how to add fluid contact your Acura dealer Always use Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid If it is not available you may use a DEXRON III automatic...

Page 249: ...s a temporary replacement However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fl...

Page 250: ...ible A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cle...

Page 251: ...ean the air cleaner element by blowing compressed air through it in the opposite direction to normal air flow If you do not have access to compressed air such as a service station ask your Acura deale...

Page 252: ...he old air cleaner element Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover tighten the four bolts 2 3 4 5 On Premium model On Type S Air Cleaner El...

Page 253: ...d screwdriver Remove the cover on the front cylinder bank by pulling it straight up Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils The spark plugs in your car are a special pl...

Page 254: ...urn after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque Use a wrench to remove the hexagon socket head cap bolt holding the ignition coil Remove the ignition coil by pulling it straight out Remove t...

Page 255: ...ide Secure the cover by turning the heads of the two holding clips one quarter turn clockwise with a flat tipped screwdriver Spark Plug Gap Spark Plug Gap NGK DENSO 8 11 10 9 NGK DENSO Specifications...

Page 256: ...rrosion Check the condition of your car s battery monthly You should check the color of the test indicator window and for corrosion on the terminals Remove the battery cover Check the battery conditio...

Page 257: ...rush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system Batter...

Page 258: ...e lost To store the driving positions again see the storing procedure on page The Navigation System will also disable itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you t...

Page 259: ...onnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold it in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm To replace the blade Raise the wiper arm off the windshi...

Page 260: ...old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield Slide the w...

Page 261: ...ple of things to make sure the air conditioning works efficiently Periodically check the engine s radiator and air conditioning condenser for leaves insects and dirt stuck to the front surface These b...

Page 262: ...s brought in from the outside through the climate control system Check the tension of the power steering belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys Check the condition of the two...

Page 263: ...must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed information on how and when to check air pressure how to inspect yo...

Page 264: ...shly are more prone to damage from road hazards and wear unevenly If you check the pressure when the tires are hot the car has been driven several miles you will see readings 4 to 6 psi 30 to 40 kPa 0...

Page 265: ...tire if you can see fabric or cord Excessive tread wear The compact spare tire pressure is These pressures are also given on the tire information label on the driver s doorjamb Tubeless tires have so...

Page 266: ...roperly balanced by the factory They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consis tent vibration while driving A tire should al...

Page 267: ...atch the perform ance capabilities of the car while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort and long life You should replace them with radial tires of the same size load range speed ra...

Page 268: ...m work by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied with the car Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to work i...

Page 269: ...a has limited tire clearance mount only SAE Class S cable type traction devices on the front tires Use traction devices only when required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the co...

Page 270: ...h A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers CONTINUED Lights Maintenance 267 TURN SIGNAL SIDE MARKER...

Page 271: ...anadian models If you find any bulbs are burned out replace them as soon as possible Refer to the chart on page to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed 319 Lights Maintenance 268 H HI IG...

Page 272: ...ht bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth The headlights were properly ai...

Page 273: ...remove the radiator reserve tank Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by squeezing the connector to unlock the tab then slide the connector off the bulb The front side marker turn signal lig...

Page 274: ...t the lights to make sure the new bulb is working Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bum...

Page 275: ...e a wrench to loosen the light assembly s mounting bolt Your car uses halogen fog light bulbs See page for information on replacing a halogen bulb Remove the bulb by turning it approximately one quart...

Page 276: ...push on the center until it locks the center is flush with the head Reinstall the trunk lining Make sure it is installed under the edge of the trunk seal Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is w...

Page 277: ...ll the socket Make sure the new bulb is working Use a small Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws Remove the lens from the license plate assembly Remove the bulb by pulling it straight ou...

Page 278: ...lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens Door light Pry on the top middle of the l...

Page 279: ...straight out of its metal tabs Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Push the cover back in place 1 2 3 4 Lights Maintenance Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb 276 D DO OO OR R L LI IG GH HT T T TR RU UN...

Page 280: ...n Nonporous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint If possible run the engine for a while periodically preferably once a month Leave one window open slightly if th...

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Page 282: ...k wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 280 Washing 280 Waxing 281 Aluminum Wheels 281 Paint Touch up 281 Interior Care 282 Carpeting...

Page 283: ...it into the shade and let the exterior cool down before you start Rinse the car thoroughly with cool water to remove loose dirt As you dry the car inspect it for chips and scratches that could allow...

Page 284: ...movers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Clean your Acura s aluminum alloy wheels as you do the rest of the exterior Wash them with...

Page 285: ...hooked over the floor mat anchor This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals If you remove the floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in yo...

Page 286: ...ou can also use commercially available spray or foam type vinyl cleaners Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently Pay particular attention to the pleats and seams Clean the leather with a soft...

Page 287: ...to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces If you want to use an air freshener deodorizer in the interior of your car it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi cals t...

Page 288: ...car stays damp promoting corrosion in that area Removal of paint and protective coatings from the exterior and underside of the car Many corrosion preventive measures are built into your Acura You can...

Page 289: ...ze the quality of original parts some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts You should investigate this before any repairs have begun Body repairs can affect your car...

Page 290: ...g your car towed Compact Spare Tire 288 Changing a Flat Tire 289 If Your Engine Won t Start 295 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 295 The Starter Operates Normally 296 Jump Sta...

Page 291: ...ns whenever you are using the compact spare tire Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h under any circumstances This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur faces than the regular tire Use...

Page 292: ...and take the spare tire out of its well Park the car on firm level and non slippery ground away from traffic Put the transmission in Park Apply the parking brake If you are towing a trailer unhitch th...

Page 293: ...ck is behind a cover in the right fender Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclock wise then pulling on the cover Loosen the five wheel nuts 1 2 turn with the wheel wrench 6 7 8 Taking Care...

Page 294: ...the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire Temporarily place the fl...

Page 295: ...ly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot f...

Page 296: ...e spare tire well Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt turn it over and put it back on the bolt Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole Remove the center cap before stor...

Page 297: ...d and lower the trunk floor Close the trunk lid Store the center cap in the trunk Make sure it does not get scratch ed or damaged 20 21 22 23 Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat Tire 294 Loo...

Page 298: ...tion switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or don t light at all the battery is discharged See on page Turn the ignition switch to START III...

Page 299: ...Turn the ignition switch to ON II for a minute and watch the fuel gauge The low fuel level warning light may not be working so you were not reminded to fill the tank Are you using the proper starting...

Page 300: ...ectrolyte If it seems slushy or like ice do not try jump starting until it thaws Turn off all the electrical acces sories climate control stereo system lights etc Put the transmission in Neutral or Pa...

Page 301: ...r car If the starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal to metal contact Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any m...

Page 302: ...t the parking brake Turn off the climate control and all other accessories Turn on the hazard warning indicators If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine If you do...

Page 303: ...erve tank see page If the level is below the MIN mark add coolant to halfway between the MIN and MAX marks Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum climate control to FULL AUTO...

Page 304: ...ee page Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If the light does not go out within ten seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can...

Page 305: ...omes on brightly when the engine is running it indicates that the charging system has stopped charging the battery Immediately turn off all electrical accessories radio climate control rear defogger c...

Page 306: ...g Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes at least three driving trips This indicator should light when the ignition switch is ON II and go out after the engine st...

Page 307: ...of driving under various conditions to set the codes again If possible do not take your vehicle for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set To check if they are set turn the ignition...

Page 308: ...o slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal The distance needed to stop will be much longer Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the road when it is safe Becaus...

Page 309: ...it with one of the same or lower rating Try closing the moonroof If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually Insert the moonroof...

Page 310: ...over open then take it out of its side hinges by pulling it toward you The under hood fuse box is located in the back of the engine compart ment on the passenger s side To open it push the tabs as sho...

Page 311: ...g out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under hood fuse box If something electrical in your car stops working the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse Determine from the chart...

Page 312: ...ly such as the accessory power socket or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse wi...

Page 313: ...SA F S Right Headlight Not Used Left Headlight 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 20 A 30 A 15 A 60 A 40 A 40 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 15 A 10 A 7 5 A Condenser Fan Condenser Fan Small Light IG1 Main Rear Wind...

Page 314: ...cks Clock Back up A C Mg Clutch Moonroof Rear Right Power Window 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 7 5 A 20 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 30 A 20 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Fuel Pump SRS...

Page 315: ...damage your car must be towed with the front wheels on the ground do the following Release the parking brake Start the engine Shift to D then to N Turn off the engine The tow truck uses two pivoting...

Page 316: ...dio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing Taking Care of the Unexpected 313 Trying to lift or tow your car by the bu...

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Page 318: ...A A B C 320 Temperature A B C 321 Oxygenated Fuels 322 Driving in Foreign Countries 323 Emissions Controls 324 The Clean Air Act 324 Crankcase Emissions Control System 324 Evaporative Emissions Contro...

Page 319: ...a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamp...

Page 320: ...ransmission The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block It is on the front Identification Numbers Technical Information 317 A AU UT TO OM MA AT TI IC C T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N N NU...

Page 321: ...p qt Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 0 13 Imp gal Excluding the oil remaining in the engine HFC 134a R 134a 25 27 oz 70...

Page 322: ...V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 4 CP 1 1 W 2 CP 5 W 7 W 3 CP 18 W 21 W 21 5 W 21 W Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs 10 5 1 12 V 51 W HB4 Toe in Camber Caster Siz...

Page 323: ...the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in d...

Page 324: ...grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on th...

Page 325: ...erating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the per...

Page 326: ...d gasoline in your Acura will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian emissions regulations and will be illegal to operate...

Page 327: ...in an agreement with Environment Canada at the time they are manufactured Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into...

Page 328: ...This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the inta...

Page 329: ...Acura part or its equivalent The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any com bustible materials that come near...

Page 330: ...ater date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle re tested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for re testing by doing the following Make sure the gas tank is nea...

Page 331: ...okay If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds If the testing facility dete...

Page 332: ...Customer Relations Information 330 Warranty Coverages 331 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 332 Authorized Manuals 333 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 329...

Page 333: ...rrance Blvd Torrance CA 90501 2746 Tel 800 382 2238 In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands Vortex Motor Corp Bella International P O Box 190816 San Juan PR 00919 0816 787 250 4327 Canadian Owners V...

Page 334: ...e conditional Please read the warranty manual for exact information this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery provides coverage for as long as the pur chaser of the muf...

Page 335: ...ry or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Acura Automobile Division American Honda Motor Co Inc If NHTSA receives simi...

Page 336: ...ce Manual 1999 2003 Acura 3 2 TL Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 1999 2003 Acura 3 2 TL Body Repair Manual 2003 Acura 3 2 TL Owner s Manual 2002 Acura 3 2 TL Navigation Manual Order Form for Previou...

Page 337: ...er or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETR...

Page 338: ...90 Capacity Fluid 318 Checking Fluid Level 244 Shifting 190 Shift Lever Position Indicator 190 Shift Lever Positions 191 Shift Lock Release 197 Battery Charging System Indicator 59 302 Jump Starting 2...

Page 339: ...123 Clock Setting the 105 CO in the Exhaust 53 Coin Box 106 Cold Weather Starting in 189 Compact Spare 288 Console Compartment 106 Consumer Information 330 Controls Instruments and 55 Coolant Adding...

Page 340: ...66 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 59 303 Oil Pressure Indicator 59 301 Oil What Kind to Use 233 Overheating 299 Specifications 319 Speed Limiter 197 Starting 189 Ethanol in Gasoline 322 Evaporative Emiss...

Page 341: ...ning Lights 70 High Beam Indicator 62 Reminder Chime 69 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 269 Turning on 69 Head Restraints 91 High Altitude Starting at 189 High Low Beam Switch 69 HomeLink Universal Transceive...

Page 342: ...y 220 Schedule 224 228 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 59 303 Memory Driving Position 96 Meters Gauges 64 Methanol in Gasoline 322 Mirrors Adjusting 94 Moonroof 103 Closing Manually 306 Operation 103 Neutr...

Page 343: ...lts 12 Additional Safety Precautions 20 Advice for Pregnant Women 19 Protecting Children 21 Protecting Infants 30 Protecting Larger Children 37 Protecting Small Children 33 Using Child Seats with Teth...

Page 344: ...ndicator Works 50 How Your Airbags Work 47 SRS Components 47 SRS Service 52 SRS Indicator 50 60 START Ignition Key Position 79 Starting the Engine 189 In Cold Weather at High Altitude 189 With a Dead...

Page 345: ...en Monitor Light 62 Turn Signals 71 Underside Cleaning 285 Unexpected Taking Care of the 287 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 320 Unleaded Gasoline 174 Upholstery Cleaning 282 Used Oil How to Dispose of 2...

Page 346: ...84 Operating the Power 100 Rear Defogger 74 Windshield Cleaning 72 Defroster 122 125 Washers 73 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 256 Operation 72 Worn Tires 262 Wrecker Emergency Towing 312 U S and C...

Page 347: ...TF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see page Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replac...

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