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Страница 1: ...w to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 191 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 215 The Maintena...

Страница 2: ...models of the 3 5 RL You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the car and should remain w...

Страница 3: ...ime Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your car needs maintenance keep in mind that yo...

Страница 4: ...nt Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions Your safety and the safety of others is very important And operating this car safely is an important responsibility Of course it is not practical or...

Страница 5: ...OW W S SW WI IT TC CH HE ES S D DR RI IV VI IN NG G P PO OS SI IT TI IO ON N M ME EM MO OR RY Y 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 I IN NS ST TR RU UM ME...

Страница 6: ...NI IN NG G L LI IG GH HT TS S P P 7 71 1 F FO OG G L LI IG GH HT TS S P P 6 67 7 H HE EA AD DL LI IG GH HT TS S T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL LS S P P 6 63 3 6 66 6 R RE EA AR R W WI IN ND DO OW W D D...

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

Страница 9: ...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 problems check y...

Страница 10: ...t 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 1 1 9 9 8 8 1 10 0 3 3 8 8 2 2 7 7 4 4 6 6 1 1 S Sa af fe et ty y C Ca ag ge e 2 2 C...

Страница 11: ...duce the severity of injuries in a crash However you and your passengers can t take full advantage of these safety features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and In fact some safety featu...

Страница 12: ...from being thrown against the inside of the car and against other occupants Keep you from being thrown out of the car Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good position re...

Страница 13: ...ting 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 back too far re...

Страница 14: ...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 the airbags depl...

Страница 15: ...closed and locked For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and accidentally fall out It also reduces the chance of...

Страница 16: ...d about sitting too close we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help See page for how to adjust the front seats Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it bac...

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

Страница 18: ...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 because a...

Страница 19: ...ry serious injuries in a crash If a seat belt does not seem to work as it should it may not protect the occupant in a crash Anyone using a seat belt that is not working properly can be seriously injur...

Страница 20: ...cupant 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 occupant who is out...

Страница 21: ...es 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 keep the lap por...

Страница 22: ...l and on top of the dashboard could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags Or if the airbags inflate the objects could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone Devices intended to impr...

Страница 23: ...e of death of children ages 12 and under See page 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 24 35 properly All C...

Страница 24: ...iously injure an infant If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very...

Страница 25: ...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 front passenger...

Страница 26: ...ide 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 belt properly see...

Страница 27: ...ition can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themselves or others Children who play in cars can accidentally get trapped inside the trunk Teach your children not to play in or ar...

Страница 28: ...ns in your car 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 information on prote...

Страница 29: ...ing front airbag can kill or seriously injure the child Never in the front seat due to the front airbag hazard Not recommended due to the front airbag hazard If a small child must ride in front move t...

Страница 30: ...is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured in the desired seating position When you are not using a child seat e...

Страница 31: ...he passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant If an infant must be closely watched we recommend that another adult...

Страница 32: ...as the belt retracts After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat these st...

Страница 33: ...the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the c...

Страница 34: ...ng child seat 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 positio...

Страница 35: ...e very serious or fatal injuries If a small child must be closely watched we recommend that another adult sit in the back seat with the child If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in t...

Страница 36: ...peat these steps The lap 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 instruction...

Страница 37: ...at while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not s...

Страница 38: ...art of the belt to properly fit we recommend that the child use a booster seat until the child is tall enough to use the seat belt without a booster The following pages give instructions on how to che...

Страница 39: ...hild will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt Follow the instructions on page Then check how th...

Страница 40: ...also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of...

Страница 41: ...r near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is properly positioned and secured Supervise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly Phy...

Страница 42: ...e the strap is not twisted Your car has three tether anchorage points under the rear window for securing a tether style child seat to the car Since a tether can provide additional security we recommen...

Страница 43: ...ile it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body The seat belts in all seating positions except the driver...

Страница 44: ...r in place The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions The tensioners are independent of the airbag system so they can be activated during a collision that might not cause...

Страница 45: ...orn during a crash it must be replaced by the dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anch...

Страница 46: ...in case your car s electrical system is disconnected in a crash If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision the sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of decelera...

Страница 47: ...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 sufficient protec...

Страница 48: ...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 the passenger s...

Страница 49: ...tem page When you turn the ignition ON II this indicator will light briefly then go out This tells you that the system is working properly If you see any of these indications your front or side airbag...

Страница 50: ...system will turn the airbag back on and the light will go out When you turn the ignition ON II the indicator should light briefly and go out see page If it doesn t light stays on or comes on while dri...

Страница 51: ...g or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a collision If rain or spilled water soaks into a seat back it can prevent the side airbag system from working...

Страница 52: ...r leaks whenever The car is raised for an oil change You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust The car was in an accident that may have damaged the underside Select the Fresh Air mode Select the...

Страница 53: ...injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Acura dealer for a replacement U S models only U S models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety Safe...

Страница 54: ...ing Wheel Adjustments 71 Keys and Locks 74 Keys 74 Immobilizer System 75 Ignition Switch 77 Power Door Locks 78 Remote Transmitter 79 Childproof Door Locks 82 Trunk 83 Emergency Trunk Opener 84 Glove...

Страница 55: ...TR RO OL LS S C CL LI IM MA AT TE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L S SY YS ST TE EM M H HO OO OD D R RE EL LE EA AS SE E H HA AN ND DL LE E T TR RU UN NK K R RE EL LE EA AS SE E B BU UT TT TO ON N F FU UE EL L...

Страница 56: ...I IL LI IZ ZE ER R S SY YS ST TE EM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R P P 5 55 5 P P 5 54 4 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 L LO OW W F FU UE EL L I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO...

Страница 57: ...ves by fastening the seat belts A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car This indicator co...

Страница 58: ...the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates that the passenger s side airbag has automatically shut off For complete information see page This indicator reminds you that th...

Страница 59: ...on and stays on at any other time or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch ON II there is a problem with the VSA system Take the car to your dealer to have it checked Without VSA your...

Страница 60: ...on as possible since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch both turn signal lights blink All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should fla...

Страница 61: ...ed zone The gauges illuminate when you turn the ignition switch ON II Gauges Speedometer Tachometer Instruments and Controls 58 T TA AC CH HO OM ME ET TE ER R T TE EM MP PE ER RA AT TU UR RE E G GA AU...

Страница 62: ...ly so you can keep track of two different distances To reset a trip meter display it and then press the Reset button until you hear a beep Both trip meters will re set if the car s battery goes dead o...

Страница 63: ...an that ice is forming on the road surface The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper Therefore the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road sur face engine heat...

Страница 64: ...select and reset buttons next to the instrument pan el then turn the ignition switch ON II Hold the buttons for approximately ten seconds until the indicator resets This indicator reminds you that it...

Страница 65: ...steering column allows you to tilt and telescope the steering wheel Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instruments and Controls 62 C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L H HE EA AD DL LI IG GH HT TS...

Страница 66: ...lights Turning the switch to the position turns on the headlights When the light switch is in either of these positions the Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder This light remains on if you lea...

Страница 67: ...example The Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder The lights and indicator will turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light The lights will remain on when you turn off the ig...

Страница 68: ...ven if you set the parking brake The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you will not be driving the car for an extende...

Страница 69: ...release the lever It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn To reduce glare at night the instru ment panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to or Turning the instrument pane...

Страница 70: ...can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam They will go off when you turn the headlights off or onto high beam With the light switch in the AUTO position you can also use the fog...

Страница 71: ...ting shorter as you drive faster In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch I...

Страница 72: ...his gives you a quick way to clear the windshield The windshield wiper arms have two parked positions Winter and Summer In the winter position the arms sit slightly above the edge of the hood This red...

Страница 73: ...on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a da...

Страница 74: ...defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defog...

Страница 75: ...position Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest not toward your face and that you can see the instrument panel gauges and warning lights Locate the adjustment switch on the left side...

Страница 76: ...position when you insert the key back in the ignition switch Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the Driving Position Memory System see page 93 Instruments and Controls Controls Near the St...

Страница 77: ...s on your car Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk pass through cover Glove box The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks You can keep the trunk trunk pass through cover and glove box locked w...

Страница 78: ...e take the key number plate the learning key and all other keys that came with your car to your Acura dealer The Immobilizer System protects your car from theft A properly coded master or valet key mu...

Страница 79: ...not recognize your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object is near the ignition switch when you insert the key To make sure the system recognizes the key code If you have lost y...

Страница 80: ...Park The anti theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key This is the normal key position when driving All features and accessories on the car are usable Several of the lights on...

Страница 81: ...b down and close the door To lock the driver s door remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the master switch down then close the door All doors can be locked from t...

Страница 82: ...open any door the lights stay on for about 10 seconds then fade out If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 10 seconds have elapsed the lights will go off immediately You can lock a...

Страница 83: ...s feature off stand near the car with the remote transmitter Press and hold the Trunk Release button then press the Lock button within one second You should see the LED on the remote transmitter come...

Страница 84: ...the battery place a cloth on the edge of the transmitter and remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat tip screwdriver Remove the old battery and note the polarity Make s...

Страница 85: ...e replacement programmed to your car s system by your Acura dealer Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC...

Страница 86: ...ase button on the remote transmitter for approximately one second see page To close the trunk press down on the trunk lid See page for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid clo...

Страница 87: ...e the person the valet key Even if the trunk main switch is turned off you can open the trunk with the master key or the remote transmitter To open the trunk push the release lever to the left As a sa...

Страница 88: ...ose it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key Glove Box Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls 85 An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash ev...

Страница 89: ...irections The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle Make all seat adjustments before you start driving Your Acura has power adjustments for both front seats The two power seat adjustment s...

Страница 90: ...e appropriate memory button Refer to page for how to memorize and select the seat positions Pull the center of the horizontal switch up to raise the seat Push it down to lower the seat Adjust the seat...

Страница 91: ...e by pushing the vertical switch in the direction you want to move The head restraints help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries They are most effective when you adjust the...

Страница 92: ...cleaning or repair pull it up as far as it will go Push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat back The head restraints adjust for height and tilt You need both hands to adjust the...

Страница 93: ...he rear seat armrest is located at the center of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it The pass through cover can be opened from either side it folds forward onto the center armrest Open the cover by...

Страница 94: ...n automatic anti glare mechanism When the AUTO switch is pushed in the indicator will light When the mirror senses light from the headlights of the car behind you the mirror surface will automatically...

Страница 95: ...f position This turns off the adjustment button so you can t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the button Move the mirror right left up or down by pushing the adjustment button in...

Страница 96: ...s ON II You can recall a memorized position with the ignition switch in any position Store a driving position as explained in this section only when the car is parked Two seat steering wheel and outsi...

Страница 97: ...at steering wheel and outside mirrors to the memorized positions The indicator light in the selected memory button will flash during movement When the adjustments are complete you will hear two beeps...

Страница 98: ...rized position without inserting the key in the ignition switch only the seat and outside mirrors will adjust To get the system to also adjust the steering wheel insert the key in the ignition switch...

Страница 99: ...th temperature changes In HI the heater turns off when the seat gets warm and turns back on after the seat s temperature drops It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI The HI indicator...

Страница 100: ...tip of the ski sleeve is resting on the center console After use make sure the ski sleeve is dry both inside and out before folding it up for storage This will help to prevent mildew Open the trunk Re...

Страница 101: ...window reaches the desired position To close the window pull back on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want Your car s windows are electrically powered Tur...

Страница 102: ...n the window switch briefly To open or close the driver s window partially push down or pull back on the window switch lightly and hold it The window will stop when you release the switch To close the...

Страница 103: ...itch to close the window completely then hold the switch for a further second or two more Start the engine Push down on the driver s window switch until the window is fully open If the power windows d...

Страница 104: ...orward again to close the moonroof completely The moonroof has an AUTO function To open the moonroof fully pull the OPEN CLOSE switch backward firmly until it clicks then release it The moonroof opens...

Страница 105: ...ngine running see page If you try to drive the car without releasing the parking brake the ABS indicator may come on and the ABS may not work properly The VSA system indicator will also come on along...

Страница 106: ...to the desired time You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing the RESET button sets the clock back to the previou...

Страница 107: ...e driving To open the sunglasses holder push on the front edge It will unlatch and swing down To close it push it until it latches Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving Some larger styl...

Страница 108: ...beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior The rear seat also...

Страница 109: ...ray pull the right lever and lift up the armrest pad To open the console compartment pull the left lever and lift the lid To close lower the lid and push it down until it latches Coin Box Console Comp...

Страница 110: ...e extension To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car Do not use the sun visor ext...

Страница 111: ...olt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element Route the wire through the notch in the edge of the console compartment Acces...

Страница 112: ...I or ON II for the cigarette lighter to work To heat up the lighter push it in It will pop out when it is ready for use Do not hold the lighter in while it is heating up you could cause it to overhea...

Страница 113: ...tray push it in until it clicks shut To remove it for emptying grasp the tab on the left side of the inner tray and lift it up and out Ashtrays Instruments and Controls 110 I IN NN NE ER R T TR RA AY...

Страница 114: ...when you open any door After all doors are closed tightly they dim slightly then fade out in about 10 seconds In the ON position far right the main lights stay on continuously Turn on the spotlights i...

Страница 115: ...e driver s door or close the driver s door with the key in the ignition switch the lights turn off immediately Otherwise they remain on then fade out in about 10 seconds The door courtesy lights come...

Страница 116: ...o Reception 143 Operating the Cassette Player 145 Tape Search Functions 145 Caring for the Cassette Player 148 Operating the CD Changer 149 Loading the CD Changer 151 Protecting Compact Discs 153 CD C...

Страница 117: ...ide The side vents can be opened and closed with the dials next to them The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep these vents clear of leaves...

Страница 118: ...Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 115 01 09 28 19 43 32 31SZ3660_118...

Страница 119: ...rom its current level to the set temperature To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully automatic mode press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO then set the desired temperature by...

Страница 120: ...ill see A C ECON in the system s display Use this mode to get better fuel economy Press the A C button to operate the air conditioning Each time you press the A C button the display shows the mode A C...

Страница 121: ...see all the modes These two buttons control the source of the air going into the sys tem In Fresh Air mode air is brought in from outside the ve hicle In Recirculation mode air from the car s interio...

Страница 122: ...he 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 vents Cl...

Страница 123: ...cally and the system selects Fresh Air mode For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When yo...

Страница 124: ...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 In cold weather the fan will not come on automa...

Страница 125: ...will see A C ECON in the system s display Use this mode to get better fuel economy Press the A C button to operate the air conditioning Each time you press the A C button the display shows the mode A...

Страница 126: ...e fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed Turning the dial fully clockwise increases the fan s speed which increases air flow Use the MODE button to select the vents t...

Страница 127: ...in 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 vents Climate...

Страница 128: ...n speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing the button again the system returns to its former settings Thi...

Страница 129: ...n the center console by moving the tab in the center of each vent up and down and side to side You can also adjust the amount of the air flow by sliding the air flow control lever under the upper vent...

Страница 130: ...e 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 127 S SU UN NL L...

Страница 131: ...will disable the system if it is disconnected from the car s battery To get the system working again you must enter a code number see page 156 2 Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from D...

Страница 132: ...r side of the SEEK SKIP buttons or Push the button to scan up from the current frequency and the button to scan down It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal The band and frequency that t...

Страница 133: ...and twelve on FM Once a station s frequency is stored simply press and release the proper Preset button to tune to it The preset frequencies will be lost if your car s battery goes dead is disconnecte...

Страница 134: ...see a 0 displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored With Auto Select on you cannot manually store any frequencies in the preset buttons If you do not like the stati...

Страница 135: ...nnot change the setting by accidentally bumping it Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out Without...

Страница 136: ...ot The system will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette i...

Страница 137: ...Comfort and Convenience Features Tape Search Functions FF REW 134 A AM M F FM M B BU UT TT TO ON N T TM MS S I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R D DO OL LB BY Y I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R E EJ JE EC CT T B...

Страница 138: ...system finds the beginning of a song or pas sage it goes back to PLAY mode Press the TMS button again to turn it off CONTINUED Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features TMS 135 P PW WR R V VO OL L...

Страница 139: ...silent period in the middle of a selection Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems See page for information on cassette care and protection A Compact Disc changer is standar...

Страница 140: ...propriate preset button 1 6 If you select an empty slot in the magazine the changer will after finding that slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load an...

Страница 141: ...her than in the order they are recorded on the CD To activate Random Play press the A SELECT button You will see A SELECT in the display The sys tem will then select and play tracks randomly on the cu...

Страница 142: ...gnition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II to operate the audio system Turn the system on by pushing the PWR VOL knob or the AM FM button Adjust the volume by turning the knob Use the TUNE bar to...

Страница 143: ...six stations on AM and twelve on FM Once a station s frequency is stored simply press and release the proper Preset button to tune to it The preset frequencies will be lost if your car s battery goes...

Страница 144: ...is happens you will see a 0 displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored With Auto Select on you cannot manually store any frequencies in the preset buttons If you do...

Страница 145: ...nnot change the setting by accidentally bumping it Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out Without...

Страница 146: ...dio receives stations is dependent on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmospheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get f...

Страница 147: ...ric 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 conditions Electr...

Страница 148: ...the cassette will remain in the drive When you turn the system back on the tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radio or CD changer while listening to a tape press the AM FM or...

Страница 149: ...button flashing Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features TMS 146 C CA AS SS SE ET TT TE E S SL LO OT T E EJ JE EC CT T B BU UT TT TO ON N P PW WR R V VO OL L K KN NO OB B P PR RO OG G P PL LA AY...

Страница 150: ...the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing it will automatically go into rewind When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage the system returns to PLAY mode It wi...

Страница 151: ...cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place...

Страница 152: ...e You will see the disc and track number displayed When that disc ends the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played After the last disc finishes the system returns to disc 1 To operate the CD ch...

Страница 153: ...appropriate preset button 1 6 If you select an empty slot in the magazine the changer will after finding that slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load...

Страница 154: ...side Push the EJECT button to remove the CD magazine The magazine will pop up automatically 1 2 CONTINUED Loading the CD Changer Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 151 S Sl li id de e E EJ...

Страница 155: ...Store all six trays in the magazine and then reinstall the magazine in the CD changer as shown in the il lustration To install a CD pull the tab out to remove the tray from the maga zine Slide the li...

Страница 156: ...To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge When a CD is not being played store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination To p...

Страница 157: ...ion High temperature Misconnection or disconnection of CD changer No CD magazine in the CD changer No CD in magazine Press the magazine eject button If the magazine does not eject consult your Acura d...

Страница 158: ...next preset station on the band you are listening to You will see the number of the selected Preset button in the display To change bands press the AM FM button on the audio system s front panel If y...

Страница 159: ...on the system Use the Preset buttons to enter the five digit code If it is entered correctly the radio will start playing You should have received a card that lists your audio system s code number an...

Страница 160: ...em sets auto matically fifteen seconds after you lock the doors hood and trunk For the system to activate you must lock the doors from the outside with the key lock tab door lock switch or remote tran...

Страница 161: ...ng 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 those condit...

Страница 162: ...omatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the RESUME accel button The car will acceler ate When you reach the...

Страница 163: ...ired speed press the SET decel button The car will then maintain the desired speed To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET decel button repeatedly Each time you do this your car will slow down...

Страница 164: ...l 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 accelerate to above 25 m...

Страница 165: ...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 unplug the mot...

Страница 166: ...ning 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 proceed to Step 1 Hold the...

Страница 167: ...elease 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 pushing it It should operate the gar...

Страница 168: ...e 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 Training HomeLink...

Страница 169: ...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 codes before se...

Страница 170: ...ailable in the area you are driving in you will hear a fast busy signal The system will retry the connection several times before returning to the ready mode Roadside Assistance Emergency Services Aut...

Страница 171: ...ncel 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 initiate the Personal Call...

Страница 172: ...list of information you should collect at the accident scene Complete detailed information will make it easier to complete accident reports and insurance claims By sending a signal to your vehicle th...

Страница 173: ...ular telephone To sign up for Personal Calling press the OnStar button in your vehicle and notify the advisor that you d like to sign up The advisor will get all the information needed to set up your...

Страница 174: ...ou make a mistake speaking a digit of the phone number or the system responds with the wrong digit say Clear This will cause the system to erase the last digit If you need to cancel the phone call att...

Страница 175: ...t the nametag To place a telephone call using a nametag OnStar will respond with Storing nametag Press the DOT button OnStar will respond with Ready Say Call OnStar will respond with Nametag Please Sa...

Страница 176: ...urity code Say the first digit of the code OnStar will repeat that digit OnStar will repeat that digit Say the second digit of the code Say the third digit of the code OnStar will repeat that digit Sa...

Страница 177: ...cific interest to you To do this you must go to the OnStar web site www onstar com This is a secure site you will need your account number and PIN to access your account information and to design your...

Страница 178: ...such as tunnels parking structures and tall buildings It may not be possible for OnStar to pinpoint your location if you are in or near such structures OnStar uses cellular technology to communicate w...

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Страница 180: ...p you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 178 Gasoline 178 Service Station Procedures 179 Filling the Fuel Tank 179 Opening...

Страница 181: ...ctane enhancing additive called MMT If you use such gasolines your emissions control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this...

Страница 182: ...that side closest to the service station pumps Your car has an on board refueling vapor recovery system to help keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off e...

Страница 183: ...board The hood will pop up slightly 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 come on see page...

Страница 184: ...od latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated see page Lift the hood up most of the way The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest...

Страница 185: ...e the dipstick again and check the level It should be between the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see on page Insert it all the way back in its tube 4 3 227 231 225 Service...

Страница 186: ...onditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel Turn off the A C or set the climate control to a higher temperature to cut down on air conditioning use Use the flow through v...

Страница 187: ...er controlled systems such as the SRS and anti lock brake system If possible have your dealer inspect the final installation Have the installer contact your Acura dealer for assistance before installi...

Страница 188: ...one In addition any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb speed bump or other raised object which could cause your airbags to deploy D...

Страница 189: ...g 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 sure to read the following pages Carrying Cargo...

Страница 190: ...and be thrown around the car during a crash The final number is the total weight of cargo you can carry Subtract the total from 850 lbs 395 kg If you are towing a trailer add the tongue weight to the...

Страница 191: ...evenly on the floor of the trunk placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible If you can carry any items on a roof rack be sure the total weight of the rack and the items do...

Страница 192: ...Drive 190 Starting the Engine 191 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 191 Automatic Transmission 192 Shift Lever Position Indicator 192 Shift Lever Positions 192 Engine Speed Limiter 194 Shift L...

Страница 193: ...ge Turn the ignition switch ON II Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel Start the engine see page Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel see page Visually check the...

Страница 194: ...ne is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters adds to the problem Use the following procedure Turn off all electrical accessories to reduce...

Страница 195: ...Neutral to start the engine When you are stopped in D D 2 1 N or R press firmly on the brake pedal and keep your foot off the accelerator pedal The D indicator comes on for a few seconds when you tur...

Страница 196: ...remove the key from the ignition switch To shift to Reverse from Park see the explanation under Park To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a complete stop and then shift Push down on the shift leve...

Страница 197: ...in second gear It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop Second gives you more power when climbing and increased engine braking when going down steep hills Use second gear when start...

Страница 198: ...he edge of the cover Push down on the key and move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot If you need to use the Shift Lock Release it means your car is d...

Страница 199: ...not fully released it does not indicate that the parking brake is firmly set Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your car may roll if it is parked on an incline Set the parking brake before...

Страница 200: ...wnshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them ge...

Страница 201: ...heels from locking up and skidding during hard braking allowing you to retain steering control When the front tires skid you lose steering control the car continues straight ahead even though you turn...

Страница 202: ...ing goes wrong the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on see page This means the anti lock function of the braking system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system withou...

Страница 203: ...on page If the brakes feel normal drive slowly and have your car repaired by your dealer as soon as possible Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to...

Страница 204: ...o assists you in maintaining traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces It does this by regulating the engine s output and by selectively applying braking When VSA activates you ma...

Страница 205: ...t comes on as a reminder Pressing the switch again turns the system back on If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned ON II there may be a problem with the VSA system Have y...

Страница 206: ...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 size as those tha...

Страница 207: ...s drive slower than you would in dry weather It takes your car longer to react even in conditions that may seem just barely damp Apply smooth even pressure to all the controls Abrupt steering wheel mo...

Страница 208: ...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 traction is low yo...

Страница 209: ...10 percent of the trailer weight Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway Too much tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control The total weight of th...

Страница 210: ...pants all cargo and the tongue load must not exceed To achieve a proper tongue load start by loading 60 percent of the load toward the front of the trailer and 40 percent toward the rear then re adjus...

Страница 211: ...n electric or surge type brakes If you choose electric brakes be sure they are electronically actuated Do not attempt to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic system No matter how successful it may seem a...

Страница 212: ...and wiring vary in trailer type and brand you should also have a qualified mechanic install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer Driving Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights 209 G GR R...

Страница 213: ...ttachments are secure All items on and in the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive The lights and brakes on your vehicle and the trailer are working properly Many states and C...

Страница 214: ...nger to slow down and stop when towing a trailer For your safety and the safety of others take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road and follow the guidelines discussed b...

Страница 215: ...arking including putting the transmission in Park and firmly setting the parking brake Also place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backin...

Страница 216: ...r Maintenance Checks 225 Fluid Locations 226 Engine Oil 227 Adding Oil 227 Recommended Oil 227 Synthetic Oil 228 Additives 228 Changing the Oil and Filter 229 Cooling System 231 Adding Engine Coolant...

Страница 217: ...protect your investment Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers It will also reward you with more economical trouble free driving and help reduce air pollution...

Страница 218: ...rts cleaner not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the battery and all fuel related parts Before you begin any maintenance make sure your car is parked on level ground...

Страница 219: ...g to the time and mileage periods on one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages Select the schedule for Severe Conditions if most of your driving is done under one or more of the conditio...

Страница 220: ...liability 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 Maintenance may be...

Страница 221: ...nd condition of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Rotate tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Replace engine oil Replace engine oil filter Check engine...

Страница 222: ...in A B Do items in A Replace front differential fluid Do items in A B C Replace engine coolant then replace every 60 000 mi 96 000 km 5 yrs Replace transmission fluid then every 90 000 mi 144 000 km...

Страница 223: ...ace engine coolant Replace transmission fluid Replace front differential fluid Inspect front and rear brakes Replace brake fluid Check parking brake adjustment Replace air conditioning filter Lubricat...

Страница 224: ...lt balancer belt and inspect water pump Do items in A B C D Replace transmission fluid then replace every 30 000 mi 48 000 km 2 yrs Replace engine oil and filter Inspect front and rear brakes Rotate t...

Страница 225: ...120 000 mi 192 000 km 8 yrs 120 000 mi 192 000 km 10 yrs 120 000 mi 192 000 km 7 yrs Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace front differential fluid Clean air cleaner element Do items in...

Страница 226: ...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 whether you foll...

Страница 227: ...r 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 Date mi km Date m...

Страница 228: ...conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page Lights Check the operation of the headlights parking lights taillights high mount brake ligh...

Страница 229: ...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 W WA AS SH HE ER R F FL LU UI ID D B Bl lu ue e c ca ap p E EN NG GI IN NE E O OI IL L F FI IL LL L C CA AP P E EN...

Страница 230: ...m grade detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements It is highly recom...

Страница 231: ...lect the oil for your car according to this chart An oil with a viscosity of 5W 30 is preferred for optimum fuel economy and year round protection in your Acura You may use a 10W 30 oil if the tempera...

Страница 232: ...il into an appropriate container Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Acura dealer is required to remove the filter Changing the oil and filter re...

Страница 233: ...recom mended oil Engine oil change capacity including filter Replace the engine oil fill cap Start the engine The oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds If it does not turn of...

Страница 234: ...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...

Страница 235: ...p by pushing down and turning counterclockwise Turn the radiator cap counter clockwise without pressing down on it until it stops This relieves any pressure remaining in the cooling system Do not add...

Страница 236: ...etely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 Use of any non Honda cool...

Страница 237: ...diator Put the drain cap back in place tightly then reinstall the clip on the drain cap securely On the right side of the engine block remove the clip with a plier and then remove the drain cap 5 4 6...

Страница 238: ...the base of the filler neck This coolant is a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water Pre mixing is not required The cooling system capacity is Tighten the bleeder bolt when coolant come...

Страница 239: ...ver First tighten the two bolts on the front of the engine cover then tighten the three nuts on the engine cover Tightening torque Install the radiator cap and tighten it to the first stop Start the e...

Страница 240: ...cap and looking at the float It should be up to the top of the neck If the float is at the bottom of the neck the reservoir is nearly empty When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the windsh...

Страница 241: ...Always use Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid If it is not available you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement However continued use can affect shift qual...

Страница 242: ...sitting level Remove the oil filler plug and check that the oil level is up to the edge of the hole Insert the dipstick back in the transmission Make sure the notch fits in the dipstick guide and the...

Страница 243: ...da brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible Brake fluid marked DOT 5 i...

Страница 244: ...g system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as so...

Страница 245: ...be from the air cleaner housing cover Unsnap the four clamps holding the air cleaner housing cover To replace it The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger s side of th...

Страница 246: ...three nuts with a 7 16 inch 10 mm wrench then remove the engine cover The spark plugs in your car are a special platinum tipped design for longer life The spark plugs should be replaced according to...

Страница 247: ...emove the spark plug with a five eighths inch 16 mm spark plug socket Disconnect the wire connector from the ignition coil by pushing on the lock tab and pulling on the connector Pull on the plastic c...

Страница 248: ...ng torque Push the wire connector onto the ignition coil Make sure it locks in place Install the engine cover First tighten the two bolts on the front of the engine cover then tighten the three nuts o...

Страница 249: ...colors Check the condition of your car s battery monthly You should check the color of the test indicator window and for corrosion on the terminals NGK DENSO Battery Specifications Spark Plugs Batter...

Страница 250: ...nd recon nect it last Clean the battery termi nals with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery t...

Страница 251: ...the battery Your driver s power window see page and your audio system will also disable itself when the bat tery is disconnected or goes dead The next time you turn on the radio you will see Code in...

Страница 252: ...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 Turn the ignition ON II switch the...

Страница 253: ...from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm...

Страница 254: ...uce cooling efficiency Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to remove them Your car s air conditioning is a sealed system Any major maintenance such as recharging should be done by a qualifie...

Страница 255: ...Have dust and pollen filter replaced by your Acura dealer Check the tension of each belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys If you see signs of wear or looseness have your dea...

Страница 256: ...tires need to be replaced Replace these belts at 60 000 miles U S or 100 000 km Canada if you regularly drive your car in one or more of these conditions Keeping the tires properly inflated provides t...

Страница 257: ...psi 30 to 40 kPa 0 3 to 0 4 kgf cm higher than the cold reading This is normal Do not let air out to match the specified cold pressure The tire will be underinflated You should get your own tire pres...

Страница 258: ...e tire if you can see fabric or cord Excessive tread wear Your car s tires have wear indicators molded into the tread When the tread wears down to that point you will see a 1 2 inch 12 7 mm wide band...

Страница 259: ...000 km Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated Make sure the installer balances the wheels when you have new tires installed This increases riding comfort and tir...

Страница 260: ...d tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall Mixing radial and bias ply tires on your car can reduce its braking ability traction and steering accuracy It is best to replace all four tires a...

Страница 261: ...der certain conditions Wheels Tires See page for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading If you ever need to replace a wheel make sure you use an identical style aluminum alloy wheel that originall...

Страница 262: ...Make sure they are the correct size for your tires Metal link type chains should not be used No matter how tight they seem to be installed they can come into contact with the body and suspension causi...

Страница 263: ...lity to signal your intentions to other drivers Lights Maintenance 260 F FR RO ON NT T F FO OG G L LI IG GH HT T L LO OW W B BE EA AM M H HE EA AD DL LI IG GH HT T T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL L P PA...

Страница 264: ...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 313 Lights Maintenance 261 H HI IG GH H M MO OU UN N...

Страница 265: ...it even with the light switch off and the key removed Because of this you should not attempt to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself If a low beam headlight bulb fails take the car to...

Страница 266: ...slot Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly Make sure it is right side up it is marked Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb Turn on the headlights to test the new b...

Страница 267: ...by pulling the connector straight back Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab Unclip the end of the hold down wire from its slot Pivot the wire out of the way and remove the bulb Insert...

Страница 268: ...g the bulb on the driver s side start the engine turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and turn off the engine If you are changing the bulb on the passenger s side turn the steering wheel t...

Страница 269: ...the side of the trunk lining by pushing on the center of the fastener s head until it pops in Pull the lining back Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Determine which of...

Страница 270: ...in the hole in the side of the trunk lining and push on the center until it locks the center is flush with the head Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it locks Install the new bulb in the s...

Страница 271: ...hts and check that the new bulb is working Remove the license light assembly by carefully prying on the left edge of the lens with a flat tip screwdriver and pulling the assembly out Remove the lens f...

Страница 272: ...ens in the middle Rear ceiling light Pry on the rear edge of the lens in the middle Remove the bulb cover by pulling it straight down The courtesy lights in the doors and roof come apart the same way...

Страница 273: ...pulling it straight out of its metal tabs Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Snap the lens back in place Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Snap the lens back in place Remove the bulb by pullin...

Страница 274: ...over one made from a porous material such as cotton Nonporous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint Disconnect the battery Support the front wiper blade arms with...

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Страница 276: ...lso included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 274 Washing 274 Waxing 275 Aluminum Wheels 275 Paint Touch up 275 Interior Care 276 Carpeting 276 Floor Mats 276 Fabr...

Страница 277: ...art at the top and work your way down Rinse frequently Frequent washing helps preserve your car s beauty Dirt and grit can scratch the paint while tree sap and bird droppings can permanently ruin the...

Страница 278: ...cluding some commercial wheel cleaners or stiff brushes can damage this clear coat Only use a mild detergent and soft brush or sponge to clean the wheels Your dealer has touch up paint to match your v...

Страница 279: ...eplace it use a genuine Acura floor mat that is designed to be used with the floor mat anchor in your car If you use a non Acura floor mat in the driver s footwell make sure it fits properly and that...

Страница 280: ...h a damp soft cloth Wipe down and buff as described above If your seat belts get dirty you can use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleani...

Страница 281: ...u fasten it securely so it does not spill as you drive Clean the wood trim with a soft cloth dipped in clear water and wipe it dry with another soft cloth Soap may leave a film that dulls the finish I...

Страница 282: ...to causing corrosion in your car Many corrosion preventive measures are built into your Acura You can help keep your car from corroding by performing some simple periodic maintenance Use a high press...

Страница 283: ...and that corrosion preventive coatings were applied to all repaired and replaced parts When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want genuine Acura parts used in the repair...

Страница 284: ...r car towed Compact Spare Tire 282 Changing a Flat Tire 283 If Your Engine Won t Start 288 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 288 The Starter Operates Normally 289 Jump Starting...

Страница 285: ...some road sur faces than the regular tire Use greater caution while driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare Your car has a compact spare tire that takes up less space Use th...

Страница 286: ...e out of its well Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the car while you change the tire Park the car on firm level and non slipp...

Страница 287: ...t is pointed to by a mark molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the...

Страница 288: ...of the wheel facing up You could scratch the wheel if you put it face down Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub c...

Страница 289: ...Do not try to tighten them fully Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to L...

Страница 290: ...with cloth or paper and store them in the trunk well Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well 15 16 17 18 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 287 S SP PA AC CE ER R B BA AS...

Страница 291: ...top of the jack over the bracket in the trunk well Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store the tool kit back in its place Close the trunk lid Store the center cap and spacer basket in th...

Страница 292: ...problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page If you find nothing wrong you will need a qualified technician to find the problem See on page If the headlights dim noticeably o...

Страница 293: ...ttery has run down you may be able to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions To jump start your car follow these di...

Страница 294: ...dle Connect one jumper cable to the positive terminal on your Acura s battery Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery Turn off all the electrical acces sories climate con...

Страница 295: ...ble from your car then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your car then the booster battery Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the car un...

Страница 296: ...The pointer of your car s tempera ture gauge should stay in the mid range under most conditions It may go higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day If it climbs to the red mark...

Страница 297: ...ing system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum climate control to FULL AUTO at 90 F 32 C Ad...

Страница 298: ...ows that the engine has lost oil pressure and serious engine damage is possible In either case you should take immediate action If necessary add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dip...

Страница 299: ...er electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly This indicator should com...

Страница 300: ...d driving at high speed You should also have the dealer inspect your car if this indicator comes on repeatedly even though it may turn off as you continue driving If you have recently refueled your ca...

Страница 301: ...e completed If your car s battery has been disconnected or gone dead these codes are erased It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again If possible do not take you...

Страница 302: ...page However if the brake pedal does not feel normal you should take immediate action Because of the brake system s dual circuit design a problem in one part of the system will still give you braking...

Страница 303: ...an close the moonroof manually Insert the moonroof wrench into the socket behind this plug Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed Remove the wrench Replace the plug and lens Remove the len...

Страница 304: ...dashboard on the driver s side To open it turn the knob as shown All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload These fuses are located in two fuse...

Страница 305: ...0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off If something electrical in your car stops working the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse Determine from the chart on pages an...

Страница 306: ...as soon as you can If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time there is probably a serious electrical problem in your car Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your car ch...

Страница 307: ...Left Headlight High Right Headlight High Condenser Fan Moonroof Front Passenger s Power Seat 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 A 20 A 15 A 7 5 A 20 A 30 A 50 A 40 A 40 A 120 A 40 A 40 A 50 A F...

Страница 308: ...15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 7 5 A 7 5 A 10 A 7 5 A 20 A 7 5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 7 5 A 20 A 30 A 15 A 7 5 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 7 5 A 7 5 A Starter Signal ACG ACC Socket Power...

Страница 309: ...aged If your Acura cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed by wheel lift equipment with the front wheels off the ground If due to damage your car must be towed with the front wheels on th...

Страница 310: ...ms plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing Taking Care of the Unexpected 307 Trying to lift or tow your car by the bumpers will caus...

Страница 311: ...308 01 09 28 20 15 20 31SZ3660_311...

Страница 312: ...rature 315 Oxygenated Fuels 316 Driving in Foreign Countries 317 Emissions Controls 318 The Clean Air Act 318 Crankcase Emissions Control System 318 Evaporative Emissions Control System 318 Onboard Re...

Страница 313: ...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 stamped on the engine compart...

Страница 314: ...t left below the valve cover The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Identification Numbers Technical Information 311 T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N N NU UM MB BE ER R E...

Страница 315: ...al 4 9 US qt 4 6 4 0 Imp qt 5 6 US qt 5 3 4 7 Imp qt 3 2 US qt 3 0 2 6 Imp qt 9 1 US qt 8 6 7 6 Imp qt 1 11 US qt 1 05 0 92 Imp qt 1 16 US qt 1 10 0 97 Imp qt 2 6 US qt 2 5 2 2 Imp qt 6 9 US qt 6 5 5...

Страница 316: ...ights High mount brake light Front side marker lights Back up lights License plate lights Ceiling lights Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror light Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compressio...

Страница 317: ...g explains these gradings Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width For example The traction grades from highest to low...

Страница 318: ...tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperatur...

Страница 319: ...line containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol The following are the U S EPA and Canadian CGSB approved percentages of oxygenates...

Страница 320: ...our 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 in North Ameri...

Страница 321: ...ibute to smog creation but it is a poisonous gas Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The Posit...

Страница 322: ...produced The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produc...

Страница 323: ...up 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 it Park your car away from...

Страница 324: ...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 nearly but not completely full around 3...

Страница 325: ...ghway 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 A T Do not use the cruise control When traffic allows drive for 90 seconds without...

Страница 326: ...mation 324 Canada Zone Office Map 325 Warranty Coverages 326 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 327 Authorized Manuals 329 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 323 01 09...

Страница 327: ...y U S Owners 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 Refer to the Canadian Zone Office Map on the next page C...

Страница 328: ...lations 325 CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENT LE Honda Canada Inc National Office Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 ACURA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 0909 Toron...

Страница 329: ...pend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty manual for details all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no...

Страница 330: ...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 similar com plaints...

Страница 331: ...328 01 09 28 20 18 14 31SZ3660_331...

Страница 332: ...orm Description 1996 2001 Acura 3 5 RL Service Manual 2002 Acura 3 5 RL Service Manual Supplement 1996 2002 Acura 3 5 RL Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 1996 2002 Acura 3 5 RL Body Repair Manual 200...

Страница 333: ...ame 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 DETROIT MICHIGAN 48...

Страница 334: ...are 273 Armrest 89 Ashtrays 110 Audio Controls Remote 155 Audio System 128 Automatic Climate Control System 114 Automatic Lighting 64 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 41 Automatic Speed Control 158 Auto...

Страница 335: ...m Indicator 54 297 Checklist Before Driving 190 Child Safety 20 Child Seats 24 Tether Anchorage Point 39 Childproof Door Locks 82 Cigarette Lighter 109 Cleaner Air 241 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 275 Car...

Страница 336: ...on the Road 281 Battery Jump Starting 290 Brake System Indicator 299 Changing a Flat Tire 283 Charging System Indicator 296 Checking the Fuses 302 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 295 Malfunction Indicator...

Страница 337: ...178 Fuel Reserve Indicator 57 Gauge 60 Octane Requirement 178 Tank Filling the 179 Gas Station Procedures 179 Gauges 58 Engine Coolant Temperature 60 Fuel 60 Speedometer 58 Tachometer 58 GAWR Gross Ax...

Страница 338: ...t 40 Learning Key 75 Leather Cleaning 276 Lights On Indicator 55 Lighter Cigarette 109 Lights Bulb Replacement 262 Ceiling 111 Courtesy 112 Indicator 53 Parking 63 Turn Signal 66 Load Limit 187 LOCK I...

Страница 339: ...or 54 299 Parking Lights 63 Parking Over Things that Burn 320 PGM FI System 319 Polishing and Waxing 275 Pre Drive Safety Checklist 11 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 18 Protecting Adults 12 Additional Saf...

Страница 340: ...Light and Beeper 40 54 Replacement 42 System Components 40 Use During Pregnancy 18 Wearing a Lap Shoulder Belt 15 Seat Heaters 95 Seat Position Memory 93 Seats Adjusting the 86 Security Alarm System...

Страница 341: ...ynthetic Oil 228 Tachometer 58 Taillights Changing Bulbs in 266 Taking Care of the Unexpected 281 Tape Player 133 148 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading 314 Emissions Control Systems 318...

Страница 342: ...56 202 VSA Activation Indicator 56 201 VSA Off Switch 202 Vehicle Storage 271 Ventilation 116 VIN 310 Vinyl Cleaning 277 Viscosity Oil 228 WARNING Explanation of ii Warning Labels Location of 50 Warra...

Страница 343: ...y see page Oil change capacity including filter Front Rear 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a tempor...

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