Acura TL 2011 Sedan Owner's Manual PDF

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities.

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owners manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the Maintenance Minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealers staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2011 Acura TL was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.

Introduction

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California Proposition 65 Warning

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Event Data Recorders

This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

Introduction

WARNING:

This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.

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Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

on the vehicle. preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of

three signal words: , , or . These signal words mean:

such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions.

such as Driver and Passenger Safety. how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

Safety Labels Safety Messages

Safety Headings

Safety Section Instructions

A Few Words About Safety

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you dont follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you dont follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you dont follow instructions.

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(fluid capacities and tire pressures)

(main controls)

(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)

(indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column)

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(fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)

(engine and transmission operation)

(minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)

(flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses)

(vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)

(warranty and contact information)

(how to order)

climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items

Contents

................................................................................................................................................Index . I

Service Information Summary

...............................................................................................Your Vehicle at a Glance . 3

............................................................Driver and Passenger Safety . 5

.......Instruments and Controls . 61

..............Features . 215

.......................................................................Before Driving . 443

.........................................................................................Driving . 459

.................................................Maintenance . 495

........................................Taking Care of the Unexpected . 547

..............................................Technical Information . 577

.......................Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only) . 595

..................................................................................Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) . 599

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Owner's Identification Form

00X31-TK4-6200 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved

2011 TL Online Reference Owner's Manual

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A convenient reference to the sections in this manual.

A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle.

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicles seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints.

A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information.

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

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

Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, the multi-information display, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column.

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

The Maintenance Minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them.

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park.

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

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

Contents

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver and Passenger Safety

Instruments and Controls

Technical Information

Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only)

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

Index

Service Information Summary

Features

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Maintenance

Driving

Before Driving

Overview of Contents

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DRIVERS FRONT AIRBAG

MIRROR CONTROLS

DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY

MOONROOF SWITCH(P. 63) (P. 75)

(P. 77)

(P. 9, 26)

(P. 162)

(P. 148)

(P. 9, 26)

(P. 139)

(P. 198)

(P. 447)

(P. 202) HOMELINK BUTTONS

A/T model with navigation system is shown.

PASSENGERS FRONT AIRBAG

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 207)

(P. 225)

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 216)

CLOCK AUDIO

(P. 386)

(P. 374) COMPASS (P. 379)

(P. 146)

(P. 164)

(P. 445)

USB ADAPTER CABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION(P. 465)

(P. 468) (P. 372)

(P. 254, 263, 340, 350) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 207)

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.

Refer to the navigation system owners manual. If equipped

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

CENTER DISPLAY

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

HORN

NAVIGATION DISPLAY HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES

(P. 133, 137)

(P. 131)

(P. 34)

(P. 139)

(P. 178)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH

HEADLIGHT WASHERS (P. 132)

(P. 139/163) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 137)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS

PADDLE SHIFTERS

(P. 370)

(P. 485)

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 140)

BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 196)

SELECTOR KNOB (P. 226) INTERFACE DIAL (P. 273) (P. 406)

VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS for NAVIGATION SYSTEM / BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM

(P. 191)

KEYLESS ACCESS REMOTE SLOT

ENGINE START/ STOP BUTTON

(P. 217, 274)(P. 473)

: Models with keyless access system

IGNITION SWITCH (P. 145)

MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY BUTTONS (P. 78)A/T model with navigation system is shown.

(P. 389)

(P. 383)

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This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 6 .......Your Vehicles Safety Features . 7

.......................................Seat Belts . 8 ...........................................Airbags . 9

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11 .....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 11

...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 13 ............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 14

...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 15 5. Fasten and Position the

.............................Seat Belts . 16 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting

................................Position . 18 .....Advice for Pregnant Women . 18 ...Additional Safety Precautions . 19

Additional Information About .......................Your Seat Belts . 20

..Seat Belt System Components . 20 ......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 21

Automatic Seat Belt ...............................Tensioners . 22

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 23 Additional Information About

...........................Your Airbags . 24 ......Airbag System Components . 24

How Your Front Airbags .........................................Work . 26

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags

.........................................Work . 32 ..How the SRS Indicator Works . 32

How the Side Airbag Off ......................Indicator Works . 33

How the Passenger Airbag Off ......................Indicator Works . 34

.............................Airbag Service . 35 ...Additional Safety Precautions . 36

Protecting Children General ................................Guidelines . 37

All Children Must Be ...............................Restrained . 37

All Children Should Sit in a .................................Back Seat . 38

The Passengers Front Airbag .........Can Pose Serious Risks . 38

If You Must Drive with Several ...................................Children . 40

If a Child Requires Close ..................................Attention . 40

...Additional Safety Precautions . 40 Protecting Infants and Small

...................................Children . 42 .......................Protecting Infants . 42

.........Protecting Small Children . 43 .....................Selecting a Child Seat . 45 ....................Installing a Child Seat . 46

...............................With LATCH . 47 .........With a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 49

..............................With a Tether . 51 ...........Protecting Larger Children . 53

...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 53 ..................Using a Booster Seat . 54

When Can a Larger Child Sit in .........................................Front . 55

...Additional Safety Precautions . 56 .............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 57

...................................Safety Labels . 58

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Youll find many safety dations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recom- mendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important.

A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page ).

Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages ).

While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual.

Alcohol and driving dont mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So dont drink and drive, and dont let your friends drink and drive, either.

Engaging in mobile phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles and

pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert attention away from driving.

Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page ).

Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.16

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Always Wear Your Seat Belt

Restrain All Children

Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

Dont Drink and Drive

Pay Appropriate Attention to the Task of Driving Safely

Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition

Control Your Speed

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Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash.

The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers.

However, you and your passengers cant take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in the correct position and

. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly.

Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash.

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(8) (9)(6) (9) (4)

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(10)

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(1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners (12) Occupant Position Detection

System (OPDS) Sensors

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Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions.

Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts.

Seat belts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger 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 vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts.

When properly worn, seat belts:

Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicles built-in safety features.

Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants.

Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle.

Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever 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. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury.

Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly.

Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including:

frontal impacts side impacts rear impacts rollovers

Your Vehicles Safety Features

Seat Belts

Why Wear Seat Belts

What You Should Do:

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Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.

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Your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page

for more information on how your front airbags work).

Your vehicle also has side airbags to help protect the upper torso of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact (see page for more information on how your side

In addition, your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver, front passenger, and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact (see page

for more information on how your side curtain airbags work).26

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The most important things you need to know about your airbags are:

They are designed to supplement the seat belts.

To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly.

Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible.

The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety.

Remember however, that no safety system can prevent all injures or deaths that can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy.

Your Vehicles Safety Features

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

Airbags offer no protection in rear collisions, or minor frontal or side collisions.

Airbags can pose serious hazards.

What you should do:

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The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the front seat.

See pages for important guidelines on how to properly protect infants, small children, and larger children who ride in your vehicle.

Your vehicle has a door/ trunk open indicator (red)

on the instrument panel to indicate when any door or the trunk lid is not tightly closed.

Your vehicle also has a door and trunk open indicator on the multi- information display to indicate when a specific door or the trunk is not tightly closed. You will see the appropriate indicator(s) for each condition.

See page for how to lock the doors, and page for how the door/ trunk open indicator works.

You will also hear a beep when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and each time you open any door or the trunk with the key in the ON (II) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked.

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When one or more doors or the trunk lid are not tightly closed, the corresponding indicator for each condition will come on.

The above example shows the front right and rear left doors, and the trunk open.

When the trunk is not tightly closed, the TRUNK OPEN indicator will come on.

If any door or the trunk is not closed tightly, the multi-information display reminds you to close the open door(s) or the trunk before you start driving.

The above illustration shows that all doors and the trunk are open.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest. In addition to adjusting the seat, you can adjust the steering wheel up and down, and in and out (see page ).

If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help.

If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard.

Adjust the drivers seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible.

Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out.

Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to

Your vehicle has the auto door locking/unlocking feature. For more information, see page .

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Adjust the drivers seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel.

Passengers with adjustable seat- backs should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position.

See page for how to adjust the front seats.

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Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.

Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible.

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Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupants chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the chance 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.

See page for how to adjust the seat-backs.

Adjust the drivers head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint.

Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well. Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible.

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Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.

Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before driving.

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Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries.

See page for how to adjust the head restraints and how the drivers and front passengers active head restraints work.

Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash.

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If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, 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.

This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

If a seat belt does not seem to work properly, it may not protect the occupant in a crash.

See page for additional information about your seat belts and how to take care of them.

If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height.

The front seats have adjustable seat belt anchors. To adjust the height of an anchor, press and hold the release button and slide the anchor up or down as needed (it has four positions).

Using a seat belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death. Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible.

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No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt.

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Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.

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If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips.

In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag.

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and head restraints, and put on their seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safely parked and the engine is off.

Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. 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.

Advice for Pregnant WomenMaintain a Proper6.

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Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash.

Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor.

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If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. When riding as a front passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible.

Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if its okay for you to drive.

Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can result in injuries if your airbags inflate.

This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag.

Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability of the belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

Objects on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper

operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate.

If your hands or arms are close to an airbag cover, they could be injured if the airbags inflate.

If a side airbag or a side curtain airbag inflates, a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone.

Improperly replacing or covering front seat-back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact.

Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the same seat belt.

Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag.

Do not put any accessories on seat belts.

Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers.

Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers.

Do not attach hard objects on or near a door.

Do not cover or replace front seat- back covers without consulting your dealer.

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Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in all seating positions. The front seat belts are also equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners.

The seat belt system includes an indicator on the

instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts.

If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals.

When no one is sitting in the front passengers seat, or a child or small adult is riding there, the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound.You will also see a FASTEN SEAT

BELT message on the multi- information display.

This system monitors the front seat belts. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before your seat belt is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash. If your seat belt is not fastened before the beeper stops, the indicator will stop flashing but remain on.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

You will also see a FASTEN SEAT BELT or FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT message on the multi- information display.

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If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the drivers seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no items on the front seat, something may be interfering with the monitoring system. Look for and remove:

Any items under the front passengers seat.

Any object(s) hanging on the seat or in the seat-back pocket.

Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat-back.

The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your hips.

To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched (see page for how to properly position the belt).

To unlock the belt, press the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across your body so that it retracts completely. After exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door.

All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body.

The seat belts in all positions except the drivers have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat (see page ).

If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, the lockable retractor will activate. The belt will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely.

If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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To deactivate the lockable retractor, unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the seat belt, pull it out only as far as needed.

For added protection, the front seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position.

The tensioners can be activated during a collision in which the front airbags . In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be helpful.

If the tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator comes on and the tensioner must be replaced.

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For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly.

If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by your 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 anchors for damage and replace them if needed. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, they must be replaced.

Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem (see page

). Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible.

Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your

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Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed.

Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible.

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(1) Drivers Front Airbag (2) Passengers Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags

(15) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator (16) Safing Sensor

(6) Drivers Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passengers Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (First) (11) Occupant Detection System (ODS) Sensors (12) Front Passengers Weight Sensors Control Unit/

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Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page ).

Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe front impact or side impact.

Sensors that can detect whether a child is in the passengers side airbag path and signal the control unit to turn the airbag off (see page ).

Your airbag system includes:

Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for a front passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seat- backs. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG (see page ).

Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The drivers airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passengers airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked SRS AIRBAG (see page ).

Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. The airbags are stored in the ceiling, above the side windows. The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG (see

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Sensors that can detect whether the drivers seat belt and the front passengers seat belt are latched or unlatched (see page ).

A drivers seat position sensor that monitors the distance of the seat from the front airbag. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force (see

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Weight sensors that monitor the weight on the front passengers seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child), the passengers front airbag will be turned off (see page ).

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If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, sensors will detect the vehicles rapid deceleration.

If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will inflate the drivers and front passengers airbags, at the time and with the force needed.

A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

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An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbag system components (see page ).

An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you that the passengers side airbag has been turned off (see page ).

An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passengers front airbag has been turned off (see page ).

Emergency backup power in case your vehicles electrical system is disconnected in a crash.

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After a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbags surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

The total time for inflation and deflation is one-tenth of a second, so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps.

After inflating, the front airbags immediately deflate, so they wont interfere with the drivers visibility, or the ability to steer or operate other controls.

During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest.

Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.

This can happen if 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 protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.

Only the drivers airbag can deploy if there is no passenger in the front seat, or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passengers airbag off (see page ).34

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Your vehicle is equipped with dual- stage, multiple-threshold front airbags (SRS). During a frontal crash severe enough to cause one or both front airbags to deploy, the airbags can inflate at different rates, depending on the severity of the crash, whether or not the seat belts are latched, and/or other factors. Front airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and chest injuries in frontal crashes.

Objects placed or pushed under the front passengers seat may cause the sensor to malfunction, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Your front airbags are also advanced airbags. The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag- caused injuries to short drivers and children or small-statured adults who ride in front.

For both advanced airbags to work properly:

Occupants must sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.

Do not spill any liquids on or under the seats, cover the sensors, or put any cargo or metal objects under the front seats.

Failure to follow these instructions could damage the sensors or prevent them from working properly.

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The passengers advanced front airbag system has weight sensors under the seat. Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of an infant or small child (up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn the passengers front airbag off.

Be aware that objects placed on the passengers seat can also cause the airbag to be turned off.

When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page ).

If the weight sensors detect there is no passenger in the front seat, the airbag is automatically turned off. However, the passenger airbag off indicator in this situation will not come on.

The drivers advanced front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the seat. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force, regardless of the severity of the impact.

If there is a problem with the sensor, the SRS indicator will come on, and the airbag will inflate in the normal manner regardless of the drivers seating position.

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To ensure that the passengers advanced front airbag system will work properly,

This includes:

A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passengers seat.

Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against cargo on the seat or floor behind it.

Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the seat-back pocket.

If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the drivers or the passengers side airbag.

Also, make sure the floor mat behind the front passengers seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor (see page ). If it is not, the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the sensors and operation of the seat.

Back seat passengers should not wedge objects or intentionally force their feet under the front passenger seat.

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There will be some delay between the moment the passenger moves into or out of the airbag deployment path and when the indicator comes on or goes off.

A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or another object as a backrest. It may prevent the cutoff system from working properly.

Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact. If the impact is on the passengers side, the passengers side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger.

To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats.

The side airbag may also shut off if a short adult leans sideways, or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the airbags deployment path.

Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off.

Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff system designed primarily to protect a child riding in the front passengers seat.

If the side airbag off indicator comes on (see page ), have the passenger sit upright. Once the passenger is out of the airbags deployment path, the system will turn the airbag back on, and the indicator will go out.Although Acura does not encourage

children to ride in front, if the position sensors detect a child has leaned into the side airbags deployment path, the airbag will shut off.

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If the impact is on the passengers side, the passengers side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no occupants on that side of the vehicle.

One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate to severe frontal collision which causes the front airbags to deploy.

To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on briefly then goes off. This tells you the system is working properly.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

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In a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag.

The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem with your airbag system components.

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If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example:

If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or on models with keyless access system, press the engine start/ stop button to set ON mode (see page ).

If the indicator stays on after the engine starts.

If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive.

You will also see a CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM message on the multi-information display.

If you see any of these indications, the airbag system components

This indicator alerts you that the passengers side airbag has been automatically shut off. It does mean there is a problem with your side airbags.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the indicator should come on briefly and then go out (see page ). If it doesnt come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked.

You will also see a PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF message on the multi-information display.

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Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.

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Be aware that objects placed on the front seat can cause the indicator to come on.

If no weight is detected on the front seat, the airbag will be automatically shut off. However, the indicator will not come on.

The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

If an adult or teenage passenger is riding in front, move the seat as far to the rear as possible, and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly.

This indicator alerts you that the passengers front airbag has been shut off because weight sensors detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child) on the front passengers seat. It does there is a problem with the airbag.

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If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no objects on the seat, or with an adult riding there, something may be interfering with the weight sensors. Look for and remove:

Any items under the front passengers seat.

Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your vehicle serviced if:

Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop.

If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

Any object hanging on the seat or in the seat-back pocket.

Any object(s) touching the rear of the seat-back.

Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, your airbags may not operate properly.

Even if your airbags do not inflate, your dealer should inspect the drivers seat position sensor, the front passengers weight sensors, the front seat belt tensioners, and all seat belts and their anchors worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly.

Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced.

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The SRS indicator alerts you to a problem.

If your vehicle has a moderate to severe impact.

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Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection.

Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.

If water or another liquid soaks into a seat- back, it can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from working properly.

This could make the drivers seat position sensor or the front passengers weight sensors ineffective. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services.

In the US, call 800-382-2238, and in Canada ,call 888-9- ACURA-9.

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Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags.

Do not tamper with airbag components or wiring for any reason.

Do not expose the front passengers seat-back to liquid.

Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer.

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Children depend on adults to protect them. However, despite their best intentions, many adults do not know how to protect child passengers.

If you have children, or ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children.

Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, traffic collisions are the number one cause of death of children age 12 and under.

To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian province and territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.

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Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash.

Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt and use a booster seat if necessary.

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Whenever possible, larger children should sit in the back seat, on a booster seat if needed, and be properly restrained with a seat belt (see page for important information about protecting larger children).

Front airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision. To do this, the passengers front airbag is quite large, and it can inflate with enough force to cause very serious injuries.

If the vehicle seat is too far forward, or the childs head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure a small child.Even though your vehicle has an

advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passengers front airbag off under certain circumstances (see page ), please follow these guidelines:

According to crash statistics, children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting where children may ride.

Children who ride in the back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision or hard braking. Also, children cannot be injured by an inflating front airbag when they ride in the back.

If the airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant.

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Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passengers front airbag can be hazardous.

Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passengers front airbag.

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To remind you of the passengers front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

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Many parents say they prefer to put an infant or a small child in the front passenger seat so they can watch the child, or because the child requires attention.

Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards in a frontal collision, and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving, placing both of you at risk.

Your vehicle has a back seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:

Place the largest child in the front seat, provided the child is large enough to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly (see page ).

Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible (see page ).

Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat (see page ).

Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page

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If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact, we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in the back seat. The back seat is far safer for a child than the front.

If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms and be seriously hurt or killed.

During a crash, the belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.

If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

This can prevent children from accidentally falling out (see page ).

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Never hold an infant or child on your lap.

Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child.

Never let two children use the same seat belt.

Use the childproof door locks to prevent children from opening the rear doors.

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If a child wraps a loose seat belt around their neck, they can be seriously or fatally injured. (See pages and for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.)

Leaving children without adult supervision is illegal in most states, Canadian provinces and territories, and can be very hazardous.

Your vehicle has the engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. For more information on how to select the power mode, see page .

For example, infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch or with the keyless access remote in the vehicle can accidentally set the vehicle in

motion, possibly injuring themselves or others.

Children who play in vehicles can accidentally get trapped inside. Teach your children not to play in or around vehicles. Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature (see page ).

Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch , and open the trunk, which can lead to accidental injury or death.

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Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and locked.

Do not leave children alone in a vehicle.

Lock all doors and the trunk when your vehicle is not in use.

Keep vehicle keys/remote transmitters or keyless access remotes out of the reach of children.

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An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat makers weight or height limit for the seat, and the child is at least one year old.

Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a babys head, neck, and back.

Two types of seats may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible seat used in the rear- facing, reclining mode.

If placed facing forward, an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision.

A rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat, but not in the front.

If the passengers front airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant.

When properly installed, a rear- facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their seat as far back as recommended, or from locking their seat-back in the desired position.

It can also interfere with proper operation of the passengers advanced front airbag system.

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In any of these situations, we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passengers seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.

Many states, Canadian provinces and territories allow a child one year of age or older who also meets the minimum size and weight requirements to transition from a rear-facing child seat to a forward facing seat. Know the requirements where you are driving and follow the child seat instructions. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat up to age two, if the childs height

and weight are appropriate for a rear-facing seat.

Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown.

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Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during a crash.

Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front.

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Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passengers front airbag off (see page ), a back seat is the safest place for a small child.

If it is necessary to put a forward- facing child seat in the front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible, and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat.

We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front.

If the vehicle seat is too far forward, or the childs head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries.

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Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.

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Since LATCH-compatible child seats are easier to install and reduce the possibility of improper installation, we recommend selecting this style.

When buying a child seat, you need to choose either a conventional child seat, or one designed for use with the Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) system.

In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- compatible child seat can be installed using a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, to provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements:

Look for FMVSS 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used.

Conventional child seats must be secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, whereas LATCH-compatible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the two outer seating positions in the back seat.

Rear-facing for infants, forward- facing for small children.

Selecting a Child Seat

The child seat should meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

The child seat should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be used.

The child seat should be of the proper type and size to fit the child.

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After selecting a proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are three main steps in installing the seat:

All child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash.

After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat belt should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be rock solid. Some side-to-side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seats effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, try installing it in a different seating position, or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured.

Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat makers instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provide guidelines on how to properly install a child seat. A forward-facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rear- facing child seats.Properly secure the child seat to

the vehicle.

Make sure the child seat is firmly secured.

Secure the child in the child seat.

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Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) at the outer rear seats.

To install a LATCH-compatible child seat:

Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. Make sure there are no objects

near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors.

Use the pull strap to lower the anchor cover on the lower seat cushion that covers the LATCH anchor holes in the seat.

The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point.

The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.

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LOWER ANCHORS Outer seating position

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Push the button located next to each rear head restraint to pivot the head restraint down.

Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat makers instructions.

Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above.

Other LATCH-compatible seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above.

Whatever type you have, follow the child seat makers instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit.

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Outer seating position Rigid type Flexible type

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Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat maker.

Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure.

When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the drivers have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat.

Route the tether strap over the head restraint, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted.

With the child seat in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat makers instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle and remove any slack from the lap portion of the belt.

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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.

To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, then let the belt feed back into the retractor.

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.

After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure.

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 secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps.

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To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.

A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat, using one of the anchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.

After properly securing the child seat with the lap/shoulder belt (see page ), pivot the head restraint down (see page ) and route the tether strap over the head restraint.

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Lift the anchor cover, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted.

Tighten the strap according to the seat makers instructions.

Follow steps 2 and 3 in the previous column.

After properly securing the child seat (see page ), adjust the head restraint to its lowest position, then route the tether strap over the head restraint.

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To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt, then ask yourself:

Does the child sit all the way back against the seat?

Do the childs knees bend comfortably over the edge of

When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear the lap/ shoulder belt.

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

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Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passengers front airbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly.

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Does the shoulder belt cross between the childs neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the childs thighs?

Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster.

Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page

) and that you follow the booster seat makers instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible and be sure the child is wearing the seat belt properly.

Some states, Canadian provinces and territories also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states, provinces or territories where you intend to drive.

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A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of their ears are even with the top of the vehicles or boosters seat-back. A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster seat.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in the back seat.

If the passengers front airbag inflates in a moderate to severe frontal collision, the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to the airbag, or out of position.

A side airbag also poses risks. If any part of a larger childs body is in the path of a deploying side airbag, the child could receive possibly serious injuries.

Of course, children vary widely. And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front, there are other important factors you should consider.

Physically, a child must be large enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit (see pages and ). If the seat belt does not fit properly, with or without the child sitting on a booster seat, the child should not sit in front.

To safely ride in front, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout the ride.

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If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owners manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.

Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor.

Check that the childs seat belt is properly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly.

This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash.

This could cause very serious injuries during a crash. It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured.

If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

Devices intended to improve a childs comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck.

Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm.

Two children should never use the same seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on a seat belt.

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Your vehicles exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page.

High levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage.

Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

With the trunk lid open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicles interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open, open all the windows, and set the climate control system as shown below.

Select the fresh air mode. Select the mode. Set the fan speed to high. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running, even in an unconfined area, adjust the climate control system as follows:

The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in a collision that may have damaged the underside.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

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These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.

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This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

...........................Control Locations . 62 ............................Instrument Panel . 63

..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 64 .............................................Gauges . 75

..................................Fuel Gauge . 75 ...................Temperature Gauge . 76

.............Multi-Information Display . 77 Controls Near the Steering

.........................................Wheel . 130 Windshield Wipers and

.....................................Washers . 131 .......Turn Signals and Headlights . 133

Automatic Lighting Off ...................................Feature . 135

.........Daytime Running Lights . 136 .....................................Fog Lights . 137

......Instrument Panel Brightness . 137 ...............Hazard Warning Button . 139 ...............Rear Window Defogger . 139

......Steering Wheel Adjustments . 140 .............................Keys and Locks . 141

......................Immobilizer System . 143 ..............................Ignition Switch . 145

....................................Door Locks . 146 ............Childproof Door Locks . 147

..............................................Trunk . 148 ......Emergency Trunk Opener . 150

.....................Remote Transmitter . 151 ...............................................Seats . 155

......Trunk Pass-through Cover . 160 ...........................................Mirrors . 161

Driving Position Memory ........................................System . 164

................Keyless Access System . 167 ...........Keyless Access Remote . 173

........Engine Start/Stop Button . 177 ..................................Seat Heaters . 196

............................Power Windows . 198 .......................................Moonroof . 202

...............................Parking Brake . 204 .........Interior Convenience Items . 205

.....................Beverage Holders . 206 ........Accessory Power Sockets . 207

..................................Glove Box . 208 .............Console Compartment . 208

............................Vanity Mirror . 209 ...................................Sun Visor . 209

...........................Center Pocket . 210 ....................Sunglasses Holder . 210

..................................Coat Hook . 211 ...............................Interior Lights . 211

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GAUGES MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY

MIRROR CONTROLS

DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS MOONROOF SWITCH

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P. 63) (P. 75)

(P. 77)

(P. 162)

(P. 164)

(P. 146)

(P. 148)

(P. 139)

AUDIO

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

(P. 198)

(P. 445)

(P. 447)

(P. 207)

HOMELINK BUTTONS

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 465)

(P. 468)

(P. 207)

CLOCK COMPASS

(P. 225)

(P. 216)

(P. 202)

AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 196)

USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 254, 263, 340, 350)

(P. 386)

(P. 374) (P. 379)

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.

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CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR

SH-AWD INDICATOR

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATORIf equipped:

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR

KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) INDICATOR

FOG LIGHT INDICATOR

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P. 68)

(P. 73)

(P. 68)

(P. 74) (P. 69)

(P. 72)

(P. 72)

(P. 67)

(P. 73)

(P. 65)

(P. 70)

(P. 71)

(P. 67)

(P. 66)

SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72)

MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAYSEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF INDICATOR

(P. 72)

(P. 71)

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(P. 77)

(P. 71)

DOOR/TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P. 71)

(P. 65, 561)

(P. 64, 561)

(P. 64, 562)

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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your vehicle.

You will also see a FASTEN SEAT BELT message on the multi- information display.

You will also see a CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page .

The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, and you will see a CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL message on the multi- information display. For more information, see page .

If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals, and you will see a FASTEN SEAT BELT or FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT message on the multi- information display. For more information, see page .

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before fastening your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on.

If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.

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If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged, and you will also see a CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page .

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key, on models with keyless access system, if an appropriate keyless access remote is used. If it is not a properly coded key or keyless access remote, the indicator will blink, and the engines fuel system will be disabled (see page ).

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

This indicator has two functions:

It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

If you drive without releasing the parking brake, a beeper will sound, and you will also see a RELEASE PARKING BRAKE message on the multi-information display (see page ).

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If it stays on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. You will also see a LOW BRAKE FLUID or CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page .

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It may also come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is the equivalent of START (III). For more information, see pages

. If this indicator comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. You will also see a CHECK ABS SYSTEM message on the multi- information display. For more information, see page .

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This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passengers side airbag has automatically shut off. For more information, see page .

You will also see a PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF message on the multi-information display.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your airbag system components. You will also see a CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM message on the multi- information display. For more information, see page .

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This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It may also come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position.

This indicator has two functions:

It flashes when VSA is active (see page ).

If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA or Hill Start Assist (on SH-AWD models only) system. You will also see a CHECK VSA SYSTEM or CHECK HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM message on the multi- information display. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it

checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. For more information, see page .

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II), and START Mode is the equivalent of START (III). For more information, see pages

.

If the VSA indicator illuminates, hill start assist will not be working. Without hill start assist, the vehicle will roll downhill immediately when you release the brake on an incline.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It may also come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. For more information, see page .

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This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

This indicator has two functions:

If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicles tires are significantly low on pressure.

You will also see a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message on the multi- information display (see page ).

Check the tire pressure monitor on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page ).

If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi- information display, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service. For more information, see page .

If this indicator begins to flash, there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi-information display. The indicator continues to flash for a while (approximately 1 minute), then stays on. If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. For more information, see

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The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages and ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and goes off after the engine starts. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the electric power steering system.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine. Reset the system by restarting the engine. The indicator will stay on, but should go off after driving a short distance. If it does not go off, or comes back on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer.

If you turn the steering wheel to the full left or right position repeatedly while stopping or driving at very low speed, you may feel slightly harder steering in order to prevent damage to the steering system caused by overheating. This may also happen if you hold the steering wheel on the full left or right position for a while.

You will also see a CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM message on the multi-information display.

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This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page .

This indicator also comes on with reduced brightness when the daytime running lights (DRL) are on (see page ).

This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. For more information, see page .

This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the

or position. This indicator will also come on when the light switch is in AUTO and the lights turn on automatically. If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position, without turning off the light switch, this indicator will remain on. Reminder beeps will also sound when you open the drivers door.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0) and ACCESSORY Mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I). For more information, see pages

and .

This indicator comes on red if any door or the trunk lid is not closed tightly.

You will also see a corresponding indicator(s) on the multi-information display to indicate which door and/ or the trunk is not closed tightly (see page ).

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This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button on the steering wheel (see page ).

This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page

for information on operating the cruise control.

This indicator comes on when there is a system message on the multi- information display. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see page ) to see the message (see page ).

Most of the time, this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.

This indicator comes on when the security system is set. For more information, see page .

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This indicator is in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. You will also see a LOW FUEL message on the multi- information display.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If this indicator comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the SH-AWD system. You will also see a CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM message on the multi-information display (see page ). Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. For more information, see page .

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

When the indicator comes on, there are about 2.5 U.S. gal (9.6 ) on SH-AWD models, and 2.8 U.S. gal (10.5 ) on 2WD models of fuel remaining in the tank.

When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank.

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If the indicator blinks while driving, the differential temperature is too high.

You will also see an SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. HIGH message on the multi-information display (see

).

Pull to the side of the road when it is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out.

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you select the ON mode with the engine start/stop button (see page ). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that there is a problem with the system.

If this indicator comes on along with a CHECK KEYLESS STARTING SYSTEM message on the multi-information display, there is a problem with the keyless starting system. In this case, your vehicle may not restart. If you can continue to drive safely, take the vehicle to your dealer and have it checked as soon as possible. For more information, see page .This indicator has two functions:

If this indicator comes on along with a CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM message on the multi-information display, there is a problem with the keyless access system. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible. For more information, see page .

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This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition/power mode.

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This shows the temperature of the engines coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page for instructions and precautions on checking the engine cooling system. If the pointer of the temperature

gauge reaches to or above the red mark, you will also see the WATER TEMP HOT message on the multi- information display. This will alert you that the engine should be cooled down.

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You can select the displayed language and also customize some vehicle control settings to your liking with the multi-information display and the three buttons on the steering wheel (see page ).

When you unlock and open the drivers door, the display shows DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 depending on which remote transmitter/keyless access remote

you use, and the drivers seat and the outside mirrors move to the position stored in that remote transmitter/ keyless access remote (see

).

The drivers ID (1 or 2) is displayed when the power mode is set to ON.

The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some of the messages help you operate your vehicle more comfortably. Others help to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

There are three types of messages: normal display messages, engine oil life and maintenance messages, and system messages.

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These messages go off after several seconds.

With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the multi-information display changes as shown on page

each time you press the INFO ( / ) button or the SEL/RESET button.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection is displayed.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

If you do not fasten your seat belt, you will also see a FASTEN SEAT BELT message on the multi- information display when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

These messages go off several seconds after the key is inserted into the ignition switch.

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In the multi-information display, the system message is also displayed (see page ) and you can customize your vehicle control settings (see page ) .

In the normal display mode, the upper segment displays trip computer information, such as fuel economy or average speed. The lower segment displays the odometer/trip meter (A/B), outside temperature, and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s).

The multi-information display consists of an upper segment and a lower segment.

You will see some keyless access system messages until you select the ON mode by operating the engine start/stop button. These messages can be customized (see page ).

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

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Odometer (See page 81.)

Trip Meter (See page 81.)

Trip Computer (See page 82.)

Engine Oil Life (See page 84.)

Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 85.)

HFL (See page 86.)

Outside Temperature (See page 84.)

SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 85.)

Keyless Memory Settings (See page 92.)

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The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial/ territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the SEL/ RESET button until the number resets to 0.0.

When you reset Trip A, average fuel economy A, average vehicle speed A, and elapsed time A are reset at the same time. When you reset Trip B, average fuel economy B, average vehicle speed B, and elapsed time B are reset.

In the customizing mode, you can set Trip A and average fuel economy A to reset when you refuel your vehicle (see page ).102

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Along with the trip meter, the trip computer calculates these values:

Average Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed

Instant Fuel Economy Elapsed Time

Range

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This shows your instant fuel economy.

This shows the accumulated traveling time since you last reset it. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME A or B is reset.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

This shows your vehicles average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset Trip A or Trip B.

You can customize the Trip A and AVG. FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see

).

This shows the average speed you are traveling in miles per hour (mph) for U.S. models or kilometers per hour (km/h) for Canadian models.

This shows the estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc.

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This shows the outside Fahrenheit temperature in U.S. models, and Celsius temperature in Canadian models.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32F, 0C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

You can adjust the outside temperature display (see page ).

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed.

This shows the remaining engine oil life. It shows 100% after the engine oil is replaced and the display is reset. The engine oil life is calculated based on engine operating conditions. For more information, see page .

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You can see the pressure of each tire in this monitor. If one or more tires are low, inflate them to the correct pressure. For more information, see page .

This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to each wheel. For more information, see page .

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You can receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicles HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone.

To use the system, your cell phone and the HFL system must be linked. Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. Refer to page

for instructions on how to link your cell phone to HFL and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. In Canada, visit , or call (888) 528-7876.

You can see HFL information on the navigation screen (see page ).

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If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more messages.

The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected.

You will also hear a beep when the system message comes on for the first time.

Most of the messages are displayed for about 5 seconds, and then the normal display returns. If there are several system messages to be shown, the display switches these messages every 5 seconds.

To switch the message(s) before 5 seconds have elapsed, press the INFO ( / ) button on the steering wheel.

Even if you press the INFO ( / ) button, some messages stay on or come on again at regular intervals until the problem is corrected.

If the system message indicator remains lit on the instrument panel, you can see the corresponding message(s) again by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

On the next page is a list of all messages:

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You can customize some vehicle control settings. To change the settings, the ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position, and the vehicle must be stopped with the transmission in Park (automatic) or with the parking brake set (manual).

If you try to enter the customizing mode while the vehicle is moving, you will see a MUST STOP AND SHIFT TO PARK TO CHANGE SETTINGS (automatic) or MUST STOP AND SET PARK BRAKE TO CHANGE SETTINGS (manual) message and you cannot change the settings.

You can customize some vehicle control settings for DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2 separately.

To have the drivers ID detected, make sure the drivers door is unlocked with a corresponding remote transmitter/keyless access remote.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0), ACCESSORY Mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I), and ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages and

If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position, move the shift lever out of Park (automatic) or release the parking brake (manual), the display will change to the normal screen.

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Refer to the table on the following pages about the settings you want to customize.

If you want to change any vehicle control settings, select Keyless Memory Settings by pressing either INFO button ( / ), then press the SEL/RESET button. Select CHG SETTING, then press the SEL/RESET button.

If you use the key to unlock the drivers door, the system cannot recognize either DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2.

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LOW MIN OFF

LANGUAGE SELECTION

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TRIP COMPUTER TRIP A INFO RESET

ADJUST ALARM VOLUME

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Changes the language used in the display.

Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading.

Causes trip meter A and the average fuel economy to reset when you refuel.

Changes the indicator alarm volumes into three levels.

Changes the interior light sensitivity to your liking.

Changes the display of the keyless start guidance screens. Changes the drivers seat and the outside mirror positions to a stored setting.

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Group Setup Page Changes which doors unlock when you use the remote or grab the drivers door handle. Causes some exterior lights to blink when you unlock/lock the doors by grabbing or touching the sensor/pushing the button on the drivers door handle. Causes the beeper to sound when you unlock/lock the doors by grabbing or touching the sensor/ pushing the button on the drivers door handle. Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you close the doors. Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights stay on after you close the drivers door.

Changes the timing of when the headlights come on. The headlight switch needs to be in the AUTO position.

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Changes when the doors automatically lock.

Changes when the doors automatically unlock.

Changes which doors unlock with the remote transmitter/keyless access remote on the first push. The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. A beeper will also sound when you press the LOCK button twice. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you unlock but do not open the door. Set/Cancel all the customized settings as default.

AUTO DOOR LOCK

AUTO DOOR UNLOCK

KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE

KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT

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You can customize some of the vehicle control settings to your preference. Here are the settings you can customize:

METER SETUP

When you want to change the vehicle control settings, press the INFO ( / ) button to select CHG SETTING, then press the SEL/ RESET button.

Each time you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as

shown on the next page. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setup you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

If you do not make any changes, select EXIT. The display returns to the normal display.

DOOR/WINDOW SETUP LIGHTING SETUP

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DEFAULT ALL See page 129.

METER SETUP See page 99.

POSITION SETUP See page 108.

LIGHTING SETUP See page 116.

DOOR/WINDOW SETUP See page 121.

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Here are the five or six custom settings for the meter setup:

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Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired language by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

There are three language selections you can make: English, French, and Spanish. To choose the language you want, follow these instructions:

You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

While METER SETUP is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.

Each time you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as

shown in the illustration. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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If you sometimes find that the temperature reading is a few degrees above or below the actual temperature, you can adjust it by following these instructions:

You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. Press the SEL/RESET button to enter the setting.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to LANGUAGE SELECTION and repeat the procedure again.

The displayed number is the current adjustment above or below the outside temperature.

Adjust the outside temperature value by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. Press the SEL/RESET button to set the desired value.

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When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY and repeat the procedure again.

You can select the reset timing of the Trip A information: Trip A, Average Fuel Economy A, Average Vehicle Speed A, and Elapsed Time A.

You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

WITH REFUEL The Trip A information is reset every time you refuel your vehicle.

MANUAL ONLY You can reset the Trip A information when Trip A is displayed (see page ).

There are three reset choices you can make:

IGN OFF The Trip A information is reset when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0). For more information, see pages

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Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to TRIP COMPUTER TRIP A INFO RESET and repeat the procedure again.

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Select the warning alarm volume from three levels.

You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired level by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to ADJUST ALARM VOLUME and repeat the procedure again.

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Auto Interior Illumination While the headlight switch is turned on, the interior lights gradually dim, as the outside light level gets low. You can customize at which outside light level the lights start to dim.

There are MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW and MIN levels and OFF for the auto interior illumination settings.

If you want the illuminations to start dimming as early as possible, select MAX. For illuminations to start dimming as late as possible, select MIN. Choose HIGH, MID, or LOW for levels in between.

To disable the auto interior illumination function, select OFF.

You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

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When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION and repeat the procedure again.

When this item is set to ON, you will see some guidance messages on the multi-information display. You can change this setting between on and off. For more information on start guidance messages, see page .

You can choose this item to customize from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

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Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to KEYLESS START GUIDANCE SCREENS and repeat the procedure again.

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You can customize the MEMORY POSITION LINK setting in position setup.

While POSITION SETUP is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.

Each time you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes asshown in the illustration. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the custom setting then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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: Press the SEL/RESET button.

: Press the INFO button ( / ).

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Memory Position Link

On models with keyless access system

When Memory Position Link is set to ON, the drivers seat and the outside mirrors move to the positions stored in memory. To cause the memory to activate, open the drivers door with the remote transmitter. On models with keyless access system, open the drivers door with the remote, or grab the door handle while carrying the remote.

To set the memory positions, see page .

For information on using the remote, see page .

You can choose this item to customize from POSITION SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

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When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to MEMORY POSITION LINK and repeat the procedure again.

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then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

While KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.

KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP

KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH

DOOR UNLOCK MODE

There are three custom settings for the keyless access setup:

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: Press the INFO button ( / ).

: Press the SEL/RESET button.

See page 112.

See page 113.

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Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

To select whether the drivers door or all doors unlock when you open the drivers door with the remote or by grabbing the door handle (while carrying the remote), follow these instructions:

You can choose this item to customize from KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

Select DRIVER DOOR or ALL DOORS by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button .

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to DOOR UNLOCK MODE and repeat the procedure again.

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Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the

When KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH is set to ON, some exterior lights blink twice when you unlock the doors by grabbing the drivers door handle while carrying the remote.

You can choose this item to customize from KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

The same exterior lights blink once when you lock the doors by pushing the door lock button while carrying the remote.

Keyless Access Light Flash

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When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

When KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP is set to ON, the beeper sounds twice when you unlock the doors by grabbing the drivers door handle while carrying the remote.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH and repeat the procedure again.

You can choose this item to customize from KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.

When you lock the doors by pushing the door lock button while carrying the remote, the beeper sounds once.

Keyless Access Beep

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Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.Select ON or OFF by pressing the

INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP and repeat the procedure again.

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INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER

While LIGHTING SETUP is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.

Here are the three custom settings for the lighting setup:

AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY

Lighting Setup

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: Press the SEL/RESET button.

: Press the INFO button ( / ).

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See page 118.

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then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Interior Light Dimming Time

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME and repeat the procedure again.

The interior lights fade out when you close all doors. To change how long the lights stay on before they fade out, follow these instructions:

You can choose this item to customize from LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO ( /

) button repeatedly.

Select the desired setting (15 sec, 30 sec, or 60 sec) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

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Headlight Auto Off Timer

You can choose this item to customize from LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from the ignition switch and close the drivers door. On models with keyless access system, the lights go off after the selected time when you close the drivers door and take the remote with you. To change how long the lights stay on before they go off, follow these instructions:

Select the desired setting (60 sec,

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30 sec, 15 sec or 0 sec) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

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Auto Light Sensitivity

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER and repeat the procedure again.

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

HIGH The headlights come on when it is somewhat bright.

MID The headlights come on when it is as bright as sunset or sunrise.

LOW The headlights come on when it is somewhat dark.

MIN The headlights come on when it is dark.

You can choose this item to customize from LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

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When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY and repeat the procedure again.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired setting (MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW or MIN) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

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AUTO DOOR LOCK

Here are the five custom settings for the door setup:

AUTO DOOR UNLOCK

While DOOR/WINDOW SETUP is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.

SECURITY RELOCK TIMER

KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT

KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE

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: Press the SEL/RESET button.

: Press the INFO button ( / ).

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See page 125.

See page 126.

See page 127.

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then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Auto Door Lock

(Automatic transmission model only)

There are three settings you can choose from:

SHIFT FROM P The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of Park.

Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

Press the SEL/RESET button to enter the selecting mode.

You can choose this item to customize from DOOR/WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

OFF The auto door lock is deactivated all the time.

WITH VEHICLE SPEED The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (about 16 km/h).

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When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to AUTO DOOR LOCK and repeat the procedure again.

There are five possible settings for automatic transmission models and three possible settings for manual transmission models.

DRIVER DOOR WITH SHIFT TOP The drivers door unlocks when

you move the shift lever to Park with the brake pedal depressed.

ALL DOORS WITH IGN OFF All the doors unlock when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0). For more information, see pages

and .

OFF The auto door unlock is deactivated all the time.

DRIVER DOOR WITH IGN OFF The drivers door unlocks when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

ALL DOORS WITH SHIFT TO P All the doors unlock when you move the shift lever to Park with the brake pedal depressed.

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Press the INFO ( / ) button to switch the door lock mode setting between the drivers door and all doors. Then, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

If you choose IGN OFF, you will see the above display.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

You can choose this item to customize from DOOR/WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

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Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

Press the SEL/RESET button to enter the selecting mode.You can select whether the drivers

door or all the doors unlock the first time you press the unlock button on the remote transmitter/keyless access remote.

You can choose this item to customize from DOOR/WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to AUTO DOOR UNLOCK and repeat the procedure again.

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You can choose this item to customize from DOOR/WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

When you press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, some exterior lights flash, and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the trunk are locked and the security system has set (see page ). You can customize the exterior lights not to flash and the beeper not to sound.

When you press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote to unlock the drivers door/all the doors (depending on the customize setting), the exterior lights blink twice to verify that the door(s) is unlocked and the security system is turned off.

To turn this feature on or off, follow these instructions.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE and repeat the procedure again.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

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When you unlock the doors by touching either front door handle while carrying the keyless access remote, the relock time is fixed in 30 seconds.

You can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds.

If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock, and the security system sets.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT and repeat the procedure again.

Press the SEL/RESET button to enter the selecting mode.

Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button.

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If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears, go back to SECURITY RELOCK TIMER and repeat the procedure again.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen.

Press the SEL/RESET button to enter the selecting mode.

Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button.

You can choose this item to customize from DOOR/WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO

button repeatedly.

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If you want to set the default settings,

press the INFO ( / ) button to select DEFAULT ALL, then press the SEL/RESET button.

If the setting is not successfully completed, FAILED is shown for several seconds, and then the screen goes back to the normal message mode. Repeat the same procedure to select DEFAULT ALL.

If you want to cancel DEFAULT ALL, select CANCEL, then press the SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to the previous display.

To set the default settings, press the INFO ( / ) button to select SET then press the SEL/RESET button.

When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen returns to the default all setting display.

DEFAULT ALL

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Refer to the navigation system owners manual.

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SEAT HEATER SWITCHES

PADDLE SHIFTERSREMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH

CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS/ FOG LIGHTS

HEADLIGHT WASHERS

MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY BUTTONS

HORN

KEYLESS ACCESS REMOTE SLOT

ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON

(P. 137)

(P. 133, 137)

(P. 132)

(P. 140) (P. 78)

(P. 131)

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(P. 485)

VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS for NAVIGATION SYSTEM / BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM

(P. 191)

(P. 196)

NAVIGATION DISPLAY

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF INDICATOR

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 139)

CENTER DISPLAY

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P. 139, 163)

INTERFACE DIAL SELECTOR KNOB (P. 226)

(P. 273)

(P. 217, 274)

(P. 34)

(P. 178)

(P. 473) (P. 370)

(P. 389, 406)

(P. 383)

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MIST OFF INT Intermittent LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers

Push the right lever up or down to select a position.

The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.

The wipers are not activated.

The wipers run at low speed.

The wipers run at high speed.

Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you turn it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

The length of the wipe interval is varied automatically according to vehicles speed.

Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete a few more sweeps after you release the lever.

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When you activate the windshield washer with the headlights turned on, the headlight washer will be activated under certain conditions. For more information, see

section in the next column.

The headlight washers use the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washers.

The headlight washers can be operated at any time by pressing the headlight washer button located next to the steering wheel column. The headlights must be turned on to use this button. In addition, the headlight washer will automatically turn on the first time you turn on the windshield washers while the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

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Push down on the left lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it. The lever will return to the center when you release it or complete a turn.

Turning the switch to the position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate 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.

Turn Signal Off Parking and instrument panel AUTO Headlights on High beams Flash high beams Fog lights off Fog lights on

This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0) and ACCESSORY Mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I). For more information, see pages

and .

If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, or with the power mode in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), you will hear reminder beeps when you open the drivers door.

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The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it senses low ambient light.

To turn on automatic lighting, turn the light switch to AUTO. The lights will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at dusk, for example). The lights on indicator comes on as a reminder. The lights and indicator will turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light.

Push the left lever forward until you hear a click. The blue high beam indicator will come on (see page ). Pull the lever back to return to the low beams.

To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

The lights will remain on when you turn off the ignition switch. They will turn off automatically when you remove the key and open the drivers door. To turn them on again, either turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or turn the light switch to the position.

Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night or in a dense fog, or when you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.

The lights will remain on when you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). They will turn off automatically when you open the drivers door and take the remote with you. To turn them on again, either set the power mode to ON or turn the light switch to the

position.

To change the AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY setting, see

.

Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you will not be driving the vehicle for an extended period (a week or more). You should also turn off the lights if you plan to leave the engine idling or off for a long time.

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The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on top of the dashboard. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on it.

The automatic lighting off feature turns off the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the drivers door, or on models with keyless access system, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), take the remote with you, and close the drivers door.

If you remove the key (or the vehicle is in VEHICLE OFF mode on models with keyless access system), and the drivers door is opened and closed, the automatic lighting off feature activates with the headlight switch in the or position, or the lights turned on by setting the switch in the AUTO position.

To change the HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER setting, see page .

If you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door and get out, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the AUTO position).

Your vehicle has the engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. For more information on how to select the power mode, see page .178

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If you see a CHECK DRL SYSTEM message on the multi- information display, there is a problem with the daytime running light system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0). For more information, see pages

and .

With the headlight switch off or in the position, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

and .

The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the drivers door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights will go off. With the drivers door open, you will hear a lights on reminder beeper.

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Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch.

You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam.

With the light switch in the AUTO position, you can also use the fog lights when the headlights turn on automatically. They will go off when the headlights turn off.

Adjust the brightness of the instrument panel by pressing the or button with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position. Press the button to increase the brightness and the button to decrease it.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

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To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to

or . To cancel the glare reduction function, set the brightness to the highest level, then press the button. You will hear a beep when it is canceled.

When the brightness reaches the maximum level, BRIGHTNESS MAXIMUM LEVEL appears on the display.

The level of brightness is shown on the multi-information display while you adjust it. It goes out 5 seconds after you finish adjusting.

If your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system, the navigation system screen will also go to full brightness. This can be helpful when using the headlights during daylight hours.

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Push the button between the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

The rear window defogger clears fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off within about 10 to 30 minutes according to the outside temperature. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch, or set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) on

models with keyless access system. You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle.

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off. For more information, see page .163

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Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving.

Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.

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Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

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You should have received a key number tag with your key. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only an Acura-approved key blank.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Protect the key from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

The valet key does not contain a battery. Do not try to take it apart.

The valet key works only in the ignition and the drivers door lock. You can keep the trunk pass-through cover and the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle.

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Always make sure the key is fully extended when you insert it to the ignition switch. If the key is not fully extended, the immobilizer system may not operate properly and prevent the engine from starting.

The master key can be retracted into the remote transmitter. To use the key, push the release button to release the key from the transmitter. The key should be fully extended. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter until it is securely latched.

The key may come in contact with your finger while being retracted or extended. Make sure your fingers do not touch the pivot of the key when retracting or extending it.

Each keyless access remote has a built-in key. This key is used to lock/ unlock the doors when the remote battery becomes weak and the power door lock/unlock operation is disabled. You cannot start the engine with this key.

The built-in key (see page ) fits all the locks on your vehicle.

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You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Acura-approved key blanks.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key or keyless access remote (or other device) is used, the engines fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, or select the ON mode with the engine start/ stop button, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key or keyless access remote.

On models without keyless access system, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.

On models with keyless access system, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then select the ON mode again.

The system may not recognize your keys or remotes coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key chain) is near the ignition switch or the keyless access remote when you insert the key or set the power mode to ON.

Your vehicle has the engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. See page for a comparison between conventional power switches and your engine start/stop button. For more information on selecting the power mode, see page .

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If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key or keyless access remote, contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable.

If you have lost your key or keyless access remote and you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.

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 device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Always take the ignition key or the keyless access remote with the built-in key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

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If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

This is the normal key position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the drivers door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

You will also see a REMOVE KEY message on the multi-information display.

The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, you must push the key in slightly. The shift lever must also be in Park.

Go to page for information on the engine start/stop button.

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You can customize the door lock/ unlock settings (see page ).

You can open or close the windows and the moonroof by using the key in the drivers door (see page ).

To lock all doors, push the front of the master door lock switch on either front door, pull the lock tab rearward on the drivers door, or turn the key counterclockwise in the outside lock on the drivers door.

All doors can be locked from the outside by using the key in the drivers door. To unlock only the drivers door, insert the key, turn it clockwise, and release it. The remaining doors unlock when you turn the key a second time within a few seconds.

The built-in key can be used to lock/ unlock the doors when the remote battery becomes weak and the power door lock/unlock operation is

When the door is unlocked, you can see the red indicator on the lock tab above the inner door handle.

The lock tab on any passengers door locks and unlocks that door.

Pushing the rear of either master door lock switch will unlock all doors. Pushing forward the lock tab on the drivers door unlocks only that door.

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If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, lockout prevention will not allow you to lock the drivers door. With any door open and the key in the ignition switch, locking with the master door lock switch is disabled. If the drivers door is closed, the lock tab on the drivers door is not disabled. Pulling the drivers lock tab rearward will lock all doors. If you try to lock an open drivers door by pulling the lock tab

door.

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position (lever is down), the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle.

To lock any passengers door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.

To lock the drivers door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull the lock tab rearward or push the front of the master switch, then close the door.

When the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h) or more, all the doors lock automatically.

When you shift to P after driving, the drivers door unlocks.

When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) after driving, the drivers door unlocks.

Default setting

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If the doors are unlocked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk lid.

If the doors are locked, press the trunk release switch on the trunk lid with the remote in keyless access operating range.

You can open the trunk in any of the following ways:

Press the trunk release button on the drivers door.

Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote.

To open the trunk from the outside, push the release switch, then lift up.

The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the doors and trunk when the remote battery becomes weak and the power door lock/unlock operation is disabled. For more information, see page .

To unlock the trunk, turn the key twice to unlock the doors, push the rear of either master door lock switch, or push UNLOCK twice on the keyless access remote.

The trunk will lock when you lock the drivers door with the key , the keyless access remote, either master door lock switch, or the lock tab on the drivers door.

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If your vehicles battery goes dead or is disconnected, you can open the trunk from the rear seat by pulling the trunk release tab through the trunk pass-through.

Pull down the rear seat armrest. Pull on the tab at the top of the inner partition, and press on the button to fully release the cover. Reach in and locate the rubber tab, and pull it out.

Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See

, page .

To close the trunk, use the inner handle to lower the lid, then press down on the back edge.

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To protect items in the trunk, you can disable the trunk release button on the drivers door by turning off the trunk main switch in the glove box, locking the glove box, and locking the trunk pass-through

built-in key.

If you need to give the key to someone else, give them the valet key.

As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside. To open the trunk, push the release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page .

To use the valet function, remove the built-in key from the remote by pressing the button, then give that remote to someone else as a valet key (see page ).

Your vehicle is equipped with the emergency fuel lid release in the trunk. Refer to page for how to access it.

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Press this button once to unlock the drivers door or all the doors (depending on the keyless memory setting). Press it twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button.

Press this button once to lock all doors. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors are locked and the security system has set. You cannot lock the doors if any door is not fully closed or if the key is in the ignition switch.

If you do not open any door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock and the security system sets.

The keyless lock acknowledgment beep and flashing of the lights can be deactivated (see page ).

The door activated map lights come on when you press the UNLOCK button if the door activated position is selected. If you do not open any door within 30 seconds (or whatever setting of the interior light dimming time is set to), the light(s) will fade out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light(s) will go off immediately.

To change the lock/unlock setting and the relock timer setting, refer to the customized settings on page .

You can also open all power windows and the moonroof from outside the vehicle with the remote transmitter (see page ).

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Be careful when removing this screw as the head of the screw can strip out.

Separate the keypad from the transmitter by pushing any button from outside.

If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR1616

On models with keyless access system, see page for how to replace the battery on the keyless access remote.

To replace the battery:

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

Press and hold this button for about 1 second to open the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

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Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing up), then insert it in the keypad.

Place a cloth on the edge of the keypad to prevent scratches, and remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat-tip screwdriver or coin.

An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

Snap the two halves of the keypad, then install the parts in reverse order.

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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 device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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When you unlock the drivers door with your remote transmitter, each remote transmitter activates the customized settings related to that remote.

When you unlock and open the drivers door with the remote, the drivers seat (except power lumbar) and outside mirrors move to the positions stored in memory. An indicator on one of the driving position memory buttons on the drivers door also comes on.

You will also see the DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 message on the multi- information display, depending on which linked remote transmitter is used.Driving position memory

(see page ).

Customized settings (see page ).

Here are the settings activated with the remote:

The driving position memory activated (Driver 1, Driver 2) is shown on the back of each transmitter. Make sure you store your desired driving position in the memory that is activated by the transmitter you normally carry.

Audio system settings (see page ).

Climate control settings (see page ).

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See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs.

Drivers seat only:

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The passenger seat has the same adjustments as the drivers seat but without any lumbar adjustment.

Raises or lowers the seat.

Moves the whole seat up and forward, or down and backward. The front of the seat also tilts up or down at the same time.

Adjusts the seat-back angle forward or backward.

The controls for the power adjustable front seats are on the outside edge of each seat bottom. You can adjust the seats with the ignition switch in any position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0), ACCESSORY Mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I),

and ON Mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages

Moves the seat forward and backward.

Moves the front of the seat up or down.

Increases or decreases the lumbar support.

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They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupants head rests against the center of the restraint.

Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries.

The drivers 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 memory button. Refer to page for how to memorize and select the seat positions.

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The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise a front or rear center head restraint, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.

To lower either rear outer head restraint for better visibility, press the tilt button on the side of the head restraint. It folds down backward. To raise the rear outer head restraint, pull it up from behind by hand. Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you lower or raise it.

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When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.

Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.

To remove a front or rear center head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat-back.

To remove either rear outer head restraint, push the tilt button, then fold the head restraint backward. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat-back.

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Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

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