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Introduction
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Acura MDX was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will find
It will give you years of driving pleasure. information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read
intended to help you avoid damage to
this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
your vehicle, other property, or the
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so
environment.
you can refer to it at any time.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
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 dealer's 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.
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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 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. 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.
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Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
is very important. And operating this ● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility. ●
Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
To help you make informed
decisions about safety, we have These signal words mean:
provided operating procedures and
other information on labels and in You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
this manual. This information alerts HURT if you don't follow instructions.
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
Of course, it is not practical or HURT if you don't follow instructions.
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
maintaining your vehicle. You must instructions.
use your own good judgement.
●
Safety Headings- such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
●
Safety Section - such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
●
Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it
carefully.
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Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground
clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough
terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a high
center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly
more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear
seat belts.
For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page 338 of this manual and the
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on page 378. Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of
control or an accident.
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Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii
Important Handling Information .................................................................................................................... iv
Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3
Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5
Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ..... 61
Features (climate control,audio,rear entertainment,steering wheel,security,cruise control,and other convenience items) ......... 169
Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ..................................................................... 321
Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 337
Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 381
Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ............................... 423
Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 449
Warranty and Client Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) .......... 465
Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I
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Overview of Contents
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DRIVER'S FRONT INSTRUMENT PANEL HomeLink® BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH MIRROR CONTROL
AIRBAG (P. 9, 27) INDICATORS (P. 63) (P. 276) (P. 152) AUTO BUTTONꭧ
ꭧ: If equipped
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ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
ꭧ2: If equipped
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This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt ....................... 21 If You Must Drive with Several
information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Children ................................. 40
yourself and your passengers. It shows Tensioners .............................. 22 If a Child Requires Close
you how to use seat belts. It explains Seat Belt Maintenance ................. 23 Attention ................................. 40
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You'll find many safety Restrain All Children Don't Drink and Drive
recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even
section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back one drink can reduce your ability to
The recommendations on this page seat, not the front seat. Infants and respond to changing conditions, and
are the ones we consider to be the small children should be restrained your reaction time gets worse with
most important. in a child seat. Larger children every additional drink. So don't drink
should use a booster seat and a lap/ and drive, and don't let your friends
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
shoulder belt until they can use the drink and drive, either.
A seat belt is your best protection in
belt properly without a booster seat
all types of collisions. Airbags are Control Your Speed
(see pages 37 - 57). Excessive speed is a major factor in
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though Be Aware of Airbag Hazards crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
your vehicle is equipped with While airbags can save lives, they the higher the speed, the greater the
airbags, make sure you and your can cause serious or fatal injuries to risk, but serious injuries can also
passengers always wear your seat occupants who sit too close to them, occur at lower speeds. Never drive
belts, and wear them properly (see or are not properly restrained. faster than is safe for current
page 15). Infants, young children, and short conditions, regardless of the
adults are at the greatest risk. Be maximum speed posted.
sure to follow all instructions and Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
warnings in this manual. Condition
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 415).
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Seat Belts ●
Help keep you from being thrown
Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle
belts in all seating positions. Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants.
increases the chance of serious
Your seat belt system also includes injury or death in a crash, even ●
Keep you from being thrown out of
an indicator on the instrument panel though your vehicle has the vehicle.
and a beeper to remind you and your airbags. ●
Help keep you in a good position
passengers to fasten your seat belts.
should the airbags ever deploy. A
Why Wear Seat Belts Be sure you and your good position reduces the risk of
Seat belts are the single most passengers always wear seat injury from an inflating airbag and
effective safety device for adults and belts and wear them properly. allows you to get the best
larger children. (Infants and smaller advantage from the airbag.
children must be properly restrained When properly worn, seat belts:
in child seats.) Of course, seat belts cannot
●
Keep you connected to the vehicle completely protect you in every
Not wearing a seat belt properly so you can take advantage of the crash. But in most cases, seat belts
increases the chance of serious vehicle's built-in safety features. can reduce your risk of serious
injury or death in a crash, even injury.
though your vehicle has airbags. ●
Help protect you in almost every
type of crash, including: What you should do: Always wear
In addition, most states and all your seat belt, and make sure you
Canadian provinces require you to – frontal impacts wear it properly.
wear seat belts. – side impacts
– rear impacts
– rollovers
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The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear The rest of this section gives more
to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you
upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
● Airbags do not replace seat belts.
steering wheel as possible while
They are designed to supplement Remember, however, that no safety
allowing full control of the vehicle. A
the seat belts. system can prevent all injuries or
front passenger should move their
deaths that can occur in a severe
●
Airbags offer no protection in rear seat as far back from the dashboard
impacts, or minor frontal or side crash, even when seat belts are
as possible.
collisions. properly worn and the airbags
deploy.
● Airbags can pose serious hazards.
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.
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5. Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again
Belts to remove any slack, then check that
Insert the latch plate into the buckle, the belt rests across the center of
then tug on the belt to make sure the your chest and over your shoulder.
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If the seat belt touches or crosses The front seats have adjustable seat Never place the shoulder portion of a
your neck, or if it crosses your arm belt anchors. To adjust the height of lap/shoulder belt under your arm or
instead of your shoulder, you need to an anchor, squeeze the release behind your back. This could cause
adjust the seat belt anchor height. button and slide the anchor up or very serious injuries in a crash.
down as needed (it has four If a seat belt does not seem to work
positions). properly, it may not protect the
occupant in a crash.
No one should sit in a seat with an
inoperative seat belt. 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.
RELEASE
BUTTON See page 20 for additional
information about your seat belts and
how to take care of them.
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Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit This will reduce the risk of injuries to
upright and adjust the seat as far both you and your unborn child that
back as possible while allowing full can be caused by a crash or an
control of the vehicle. When riding inflating front airbag.
as a front passenger, adjust the seat
Each time you have a checkup, ask
as far back as possible.
your doctor if it's okay for you to
drive.
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Seat Belt System Components The seat belt system If either the driver or a front
Your seat belt system includes lap/ includes an indicator on the passenger does not fasten their seat
shoulder belts in all seating instrument panel and a beeper to belt while driving, the beeper will
positions. The front seat belts are remind you and your passengers to sound and the indicator will flash
also equipped with automatic seat fasten your seat belts. again at regular intervals.
belt tensioners. This system monitors the front seat You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT
This system uses the same sensors belts. If you turn the ignition switch BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER
as the front airbags to monitor to the ON (II) position before your SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi-
whether the front seat belts are seat belt is fastened, the beeper will information display (see page 81).
latched or unlatched, and how much sound and the indicator will flash. If
your seat belt is not fastened before When no one is sitting in the front
weight is on the front passenger's
the beeper stops, the indicator will passenger's seat, or a child or small
seat (see pages 29 and 30).
stop flashing but remain on. adult is riding there, the indicator
should not come on and the beeper
If a front passenger does not fasten should not sound.
their seat belt, the indicator will
come on about 6 seconds after the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
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If the indicator comes on or the Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency
beeper sounds when the driver's seat The lap/shoulder belt goes over your locking retractor. In normal driving,
belt is latched and there is no front shoulder, across your chest, and the retractor lets you move freely in
seat passenger and no items on the across your hips. your seat while it keeps some tension
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(4)
(3)
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Automatic front seat belt ●
Weight sensors that monitor the ●
An indicator on the instrument
tensioners (see page 22). weight on the front passenger's panel that alerts you to a possible
seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs problem with your airbags,
● Sensors that can detect a moderate
(29 kg) or less (the weight of an sensors, or seat belt tensioners
to severe front impact, side impact,
infant or small child), the (see page 33).
or if your vehicle is about to
passenger's front airbag will be
rollover. ●
An indicator on the instrument
turned off (see page 29).
panel that alerts you that the
●
Sensors that can detect whether a ●
A rollover sensor that can detect if passenger's side airbag has been
child is in the passenger's side
your vehicle is about to roll over turned off (see page 33).
airbag path and signal the control
and signal the control unit to
unit to turn the airbag off (see ● An indicator on the dashboard that
deploy both side curtain airbags
page 31). alerts you that the passenger's
and front seat belt tensioners (see
front airbag has been turned off
●
Sensors that can detect whether page 32).
(see page 34).
the driver's seat belt and the front ●
A sophisticated electronic system
passenger's seat belt are latched or ●
Emergency backup power in case
that continually monitors and
unlatched (see page 20). your vehicle's electrical system is
records information about the
disconnected in a crash.
● A driver's seat position sensor that sensors, the control unit, the
monitors the distance of the seat airbag activators, the seat belt
from the front airbag. If the seat is tensioners, and driver and front
too far forward, the airbag will passenger seat belt use when the
inflate with less force (see page ignition switch is in the ON (II)
29). position.
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How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt
restrains your lower body and torso,
and the front airbag helps protect
your head and chest.
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The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags
deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual-
fast that most occupants are not airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this
aware that the airbags deployed until inflation stages that can be ignited feature have two deployment
they see them lying in their laps. sequentially or simultaneously, thresholds that depend on whether
depending on crash severity. sensors detect the occupant is
After a crash, you may see what wearing a seat belt or not.
looks like smoke. This is actually In a more severe crash, both stages
powder from the airbag's surface. will ignite simultaneously to provide If the occupant's belt is not latched,
Although the powder is not harmful, the quickest and greatest protection. the airbag will deploy at a slightly
people with respiratory problems In a less severe crash, one stage will lower threshold, because the
may experience some temporary ignite first, then the second stage will occupant would need extra
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of ignite a split second later. This protection.
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do provides longer airbag inflation time If the occupant's belt is latched, the
so. with a little less force. airbag will inflate at a slightly higher
threshold, when the airbag would be
needed to supplement the protection
provided by the seat belt.
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Advanced Airbags
Your front airbags are also advanced
airbags. The main purpose of this
feature is to help prevent airbag-
caused injuries to short drivers and
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Only one airbag will deploy during a Side Airbag Cutoff System If the side airbag off indicator comes
side impact. If the impact is on the Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff on (see page 33), have the passenger
passenger's side, the passenger's system designed primarily to protect sit upright. Once the passenger is
side airbag will deploy even if there a child riding in the front passenger's out of the airbag's deployment path,
seat.
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How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger's In a Rollover
Work side, the passenger's side curtain If the rollover sensor detects your
airbag will inflate even if there are no vehicle is about to roll over, it signals
occupants on that side of the vehicle. the control unit, which immediately
deploys both side curtain airbags and
activates both front seat belt
tensioners.
The airbag on the passenger's side
will deploy, and the seat belt
tensioner will activate, even if there
are no passengers on that side of the
vehicle.
To get the best protection from the
side curtain airbags, occupants
In a Side Impact should wear their seat belts and sit
In a moderate to severe side impact, upright and well back in their seats.
sensors will detect rapid acceleration
and signal the control unit to
instantly inflate the side curtain
airbag and activate the seat belt
tensioner on the driver's or the
passenger's side of the vehicle.
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How the SRS Indicator Works If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off Indicator
The SRS indicator alerts the airbags and seat belt tensioners Works
you to a potential problem may not work properly when you U.S. Canada
with your airbags or seat belt need them.
This indicator
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How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no
Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects
come on. on the seat, or with an adult riding
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR there, something may be interfering
U.S. Canada If no weight is detected on the front
with the weight sensors. Look for
seat, the airbag will be automatically
and remove:
shut off. However, the indicator will
not come on. ●
Any items under the front
passenger's seat.
The passenger airbag off indicator
may come on and off repeatedly if the ● Any object(s) hanging on the seat
total weight on the seat is near the or in the seat-back pocket.
airbag cutoff threshold. ●
Any object(s), such as a folded-
If an adult or teenage passenger is down back seat, that are touching
riding in front, move the seat as far to the rear of the seat-back.
This indicator alerts you that the the rear as possible, and have the
If no obstructions are found, have
passenger's front airbag has been passenger sit upright and wear the
your vehicle checked by a dealer as
shut off because weight sensors seat belt properly.
soon as possible.
detect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less
(the weight of an infant or small
child) on the front passenger's seat.
It does not mean there is a problem
with the airbag.
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Airbag Service ●
If your vehicle has a moderate to Additional Safety Precautions
Your airbag systems are virtually severe impact. Even if your airbags ● Do not attempt to deactivate your
maintenance free, and there are no do not inflate, your dealer should airbags. Together, airbags and seat
parts you can safely service. inspect the driver's seat position belts provide the best protection.
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Do not remove or modify a front ●
Do not cover or replace front seat-
seat without consulting your back covers without consulting
dealer. This could make the your dealer. Improperly replacing
driver's seat position sensor or the or covering front seat-back covers
front passenger's weight sensors can prevent your side airbags from
ineffective. If it is necessary to inflating during a side impact.
remove or modify a front seat to
accommodate a person with
disabilities, first contact Acura
Client Services at 800-382-2238.
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All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Small Children
Seat Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in
According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped
children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger's front airbag can be
safer when they are restrained in a severe frontal collision. To do this, hazardous. If the vehicle seat is too
back seat. the passenger's front airbag is quite far forward, or the child's head is
large, and it can inflate with enough thrown forward during a collision, an
The National Highway Traffic Safety inflating front airbag can strike the
force to cause very serious injuries.
Administration and Transport child with enough force to kill or
Canada recommend that all children Even though your vehicle has an very seriously injure a small child.
aged 12 and under be properly advanced front airbag system that
restrained in a back seat. Some automatically turns the passenger's Larger Children
states have laws restricting where front airbag off (see page 34), please Children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured
children may ride. follow these guidelines: or killed by an inflating passenger's
Children who ride in the back are Infants front airbag. Whenever possible,
less likely to be injured by striking Never put a rear-facing child seat in larger children should sit in the back
interior vehicle parts during a the front seat of a vehicle equipped seat, on a booster seat if needed, and
collision or hard braking. Also, with a passenger's front airbag. If the be properly restrained with a seat
children cannot be injured by an airbag inflates, it can hit the back of belt. (See page 54 for important
inflating front airbag when they ride the child seat with enough force to information about protecting larger
in the back. kill or very seriously injure an infant. children.)
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If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical
Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact,
Your vehicle has two rows of back Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another
seats where children can be properly an infant or a small child in the front adult ride with the child in a back
restrained. If you ever have to carry a passenger seat so they can watch the seat. The back seat is far safer for a
group of children, and a child must child, or because the child requires child than the front.
ride in front: attention.
●
Place the largest child in the front Placing a child in the front seat
seat, provided the child is large exposes the child to hazards in a
enough to wear the lap/shoulder frontal collision, and paying close
belt properly (see page 54). attention to a child distracts the
driver from the important tasks of
●
Move the vehicle seat as far to the
driving, placing both of you at risk.
rear as possible (see page 12).
●
Have the child sit upright and well
back in the seat (see page 17).
● Make sure the seat belt is properly
positioned and secured (see page
15).
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Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement
seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed
or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back
facing, reclining mode. seat, but not in the front. Never put a
rear-facing child seat in the front seat.
Do not put a rear-facing child seat in
a forward-facing position. If placed If the passenger's front airbag
facing forward, an infant could be inflates, it can hit the back of the
very seriously injured during a child seat with enough force to kill or
frontal collision. seriously injure an infant.
When properly installed in the
second row, a rear-facing child seat
may prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat as
Child Seat Type far back as recommended, or from
An infant must be properly restrained locking their seat-back in the desired
in a rear-facing, reclining child seat position.
until the child reaches the seat
maker's weight or height limit for the It can also interfere with proper
seat, and the child is at least one year operation of the passenger's
old. advanced front airbag system.
Only a rear-facing child seat provides
proper support for a baby's head,
neck, and back.
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In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small
strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat until the child
the child seat directly behind the reaches the weight or height limit for
front passenger's seat, move the seat the seat.
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When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not Whatever type of seat you choose, to
to choose either a conventional child equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- provide proper protection, a child
seat, or one designed for use with compatible child seat can be installed seat should meet three
the lower anchors and tethers for using a seat belt. requirements:
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After selecting a proper child seat A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide
and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install
there are three main steps in possible. However, it does not need a child seat. A forward-facing child
installing the seat: to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side seat is used in all examples, but the
movement can be expected and instructions are the same for a rear-
1. Properly secure the child seat to
the vehicle. All child seats must be should not reduce the child seat's facing child seat.
secured to the vehicle with the lap effectiveness.
part of a lap/shoulder belt or with If the child seat is not secure, try
the LATCH (lower anchors and installing it in a different seating
tethers for children) system. A position, or use a different style of
child whose seat is not properly child seat that can be firmly secured.
secured to the vehicle can be
3. Secure the child in the child seat.
endangered in a crash.
Make sure the child is properly
2. Make sure the child seat is firmly strapped in the child seat
secured. After installing a child according to the child seat maker's
seat, push and pull the seat instructions. A child who is not
forward and from side-to-side to properly secured in a child seat
verify that it is secure. can be seriously injured in a crash.
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The location of each lower anchor is When you install a child seat in rear
indicated by a small button above the seating position, use the lower
anchor point. To install a LATCH-compatible child
anchors as shown in the illustration.
seat in either outer second row seat:
You can install up to three child seats
at a time with LATCH. 1. Move the seat belt buckle or
tongue away from the lower
Do not attach two child seat anchors.
connectors to a single lower anchor
at a time. 2. Make sure there are no objects
near the anchors that could
prevent a secure connection
between the child seat and the
anchors.
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3. Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats 5. Lift the head restraint (see page
seat, then attach the seat to the have a flexible-type connector as 141), then route the tether strap
lower anchors according to the shown above. through the legs of the head
child seat maker's instructions. restraint and over the seat-back,
4. Whatever type you have, follow the
making sure the strap is not
Some LATCH-compatible seats child seat maker's instructions for
twisted.
have a rigid-type connector as adjusting or tightening the fit.
shown above.
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4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat
locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to
the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to
up to remove any slack from the stay upright during normal driving
lap part of the belt. Remember, if maneuvers. If the child seat is not
the lap part of the belt is not tight, secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to
the child seat will not be secure. retract fully, then repeat these
steps.
To remove slack, it may help to put
weight on the child seat, or push To deactivate the lockable retractor
on the back of the seat while and remove a child seat, unlatch the
pulling up on the belt. buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let
the belt fully retract.
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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT 1. After properly securing the child For the center seat, lower the head
seat (see page 50), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap
Each second row seat has a tether
restraint, then route the tether over the head restraint and seat-back.
anchorage point behind the seat-
strap over the seat-back and
back.
through the head restraint legs.
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3. Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces
between the child's neck and arm? also require children to use a booster
seat until they reach a given age or
4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as
weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be
possible, touching the child's
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If a child who uses a booster seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And
must ride in front, move the vehicle Front while age may be one indicator of
seat as far back as possible and be The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front,
sure the child is wearing the seat belt Administration and Transport there are other important factors you
properly. Canada recommend that all children should consider.
age 12 and under be properly Physical Size
A child may continue using a booster
restrained in a back seat. Physically, a child must be large
seat until the tops of their ears are
even with the top of the vehicle's or If the passenger's front airbag enough for the lap/shoulder belt to
booster's seat-back. A child of this inflates in a moderate to severe properly fit (see pages 15 and 54). If
height should be tall enough to use frontal collision, the airbag can cause the seat belt does not fit properly,
the lap/shoulder belt without a serious injuries to a child who is with or without the child sitting on a
booster seat. unrestrained, improperly restrained, booster seat, the child should not sit
sitting too close to the airbag, or out in front.
of position. Maturity
A side airbag also poses risks. If any To safely ride in front, a child must
part of a larger child's body is in the be able to follow the rules, including
path of a deploying side airbag, the sitting properly, and wearing the seat
child could receive possibly serious belt properly throughout a ride.
injuries.
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Your vehicle's exhaust contains With the tailgate open, airflow can
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's
monoxide should not enter the Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous
vehicle in normal driving if you Breathing it can cause condition. If you must drive with the
maintain your vehicle properly and unconsciousness and even kill tailgate open, open all the windows,
follow the information on this page. you. and set the climate control system as
shown below.
Have the exhaust system inspected Avoid any enclosed areas or
for leaks whenever: activities that expose you to If you must sit in your parked vehicle
carbon monoxide. with the engine running, even in an
● The vehicle is raised for an oil
unconfined area, adjust the climate
change.
control system as follows:
●
You notice a change in the sound High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas, 1. Select the fresh air mode.
of the exhaust.
such as a garage. Do not run the 2. Select the mode.
●
The vehicle was in an accident that engine with the garage door closed.
may have damaged the underside. Even with the door open, run the 3. Turn the fan on high speed.
engine only long enough to move the 4. Set the temperature control to a
vehicle out of the garage. comfortable setting.
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Safety Labels
HOOD
RADIATOR CAP
BATTERY LABEL
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Safety Labels
Canadian models
U.S. models
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Main Menu
This section gives information about Control Locations .......................... 62 Seats ........................................... 140
the controls and displays that Instrument Panel .......................... 63 Detachable Anchor ................. 146
contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators .......... 64 Seat Heaters................................ 148
your vehicle. All the essential Gauges.......................................... 72 Power Windows .......................... 149
controls are within easy reach. Multi-Information Display ............. 73 Moonroof .................................... 152
Controls Near the Steering Parking Brake ............................. 153
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Control Locations
CLIMATE CONTROL
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM (P. 170)
RELEASE HANDLE
(P. 153)
AUDIO SYSTEM
POWER WINDOW (P. 180)
SWITCHES
(P. 149)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FUEL FILL DOOR (P. 341)
RELEASE BUTTON
(P. 323)
REAR CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
POWER TAILGATE (P. 175)
BUTTONꭧ (P. 132)
ꭧ: If equipped
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Instrument Panel
ꭧ: If equipped
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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The instrument panel has many Seat Belt Reminder If either of you do not fasten your
indicators to give you important Indicator seat belt while driving, the beeper
information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you will sound and the indicator will flash
turn the ignition switch to the ON again at regular intervals, and you
(II) position. It reminds you and your will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT
passengers to fasten your seat belts. BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER
A beeper also sounds if you have not SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi-
fastened your seat belt. information display (see page 81).
If you turn the ignition switch to the For more information, see page 20.
ON (II) position before fastening
your seat belts, the beeper sounds,
and the indicator flashes. If you do
not fasten your seat belts 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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Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada Parking Brake 2. If it stays on after you have fully
Indicator and Brake released the parking brake while
The engine can be severely damaged System Indicator the engine is running, or if it
if this indicator flashes or stays on comes on while driving, it can
This indicator has two functions:
when the engine is running, or if a indicate a problem in the brake
‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ 1. It comes on when you turn the system. You will also see a ‘‘LOW
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Low Tire Pressure/ If this happens, pull to the side of the A/T Temperature
TPMS Indicator road when it is safe, check which tire Indicator
This indicator normally comes on for has lost pressure on the multi- This indicator monitors the
a few seconds when you turn the information display, and determine temperature of the automatic
ignition switch to the ON (II) the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, transmission fluid. It should come on
position. have the flat tire repaired as soon as for a few seconds when you turn the
This indicator has two functions: possible. If two or more tires are ignition switch to the ON (II)
underinflated, call a professional position. If it comes on while driving,
1. If it comes on while driving, it towing service. For more
indicates that one or more of your it means the transmission fluid
information, see page 446. temperature is too high. Pull to the
vehicle's tires are significantly low
2. If this indicator begins to flash, side of the road when it is safe, shift
on pressure.
there is a problem with the tire to Park, and let the engine idle until
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE pressure monitoring system the indicator goes out.
PRESSURE’’ message on the multi- (TPMS). You will also see a You will also see an ‘‘A/T TEMP
information display (see page 82). ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ HIGH’’ message on the multi-
Check the tire pressure monitor on message on the multi-information information display (see page 82).
the multi-information display and display. The indicator continues to
determine the cause (see page 352). flash for a while (approximately 1
minute), then stays on. If this
happens, have your dealer check
the system as soon as possible. Continuing to drive with the A/T
For more information, see page temperature indicator on may cause
354. serious damage to the transmission.
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Gauges
Temperature Gauge
This shows the temperature of the
engine's coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise to
about the middle of the gauge. In
TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER
severe driving conditions, the pointer
TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE may rise to the upper zone. If it
GAUGE reaches the red (hot) mark, pull
safely to the side of the road. For
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine's cooling
system, see page 434.
Fuel Gauge
This shows how much fuel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount.
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Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display in the INFO (▲/▼) With the ignition switch in the ON
instrument panel displays various BUTTON (II) position, the multi-information
information and messages when the display changes as shown on the
ignition switch is in the ON (II) next page each time you press the
position. Some of the messages help INFO (▲/▼) button or SEL/RESET
you operate your vehicle more button.
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Multi-Information Display
Main Menu
INFO button
Go to Customize Menu (See page 83)
SEL/RESET button
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Multi-Information Display
TRIP METER
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Multi-Information Display
When you reset Trip A, average fuel Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is in the
economy A is reset at the same time. front bumper. The temperature
When you reset Trip B, average fuel OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE reading can be affected by heat
economy B is reset. U.S. reflection from the road surface,
engine heat, and the exhaust from
In the customizing mode, you can set
surrounding traffic. This can cause
Trip A and average fuel economy A
an incorrect temperature reading
to reset at the same time when you
when your vehicle speed is under 19
refuel your vehicle (see page 92).
CANADA 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 outside Fahrenheit In certain weather conditions,
temperature in U.S. models, and temperature readings near freezing
Celsius temperature in Canadian (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is
models. forming on the road surface.
You can adjust the outside
temperature display (see page 91).
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Multi-Information Display
Canada
This shows the remaining life of the When the tire pressure monitor is
engine oil. It shows 100% after the This monitor shows how much shown on the multi-information
engine oil is replaced and the display torque is being delivered to each display, press the SEL/RESET
is reset. The engine oil life is wheel. For more information, see button. The display changes as
calculated based on engine operating page 348. shown.
conditions and accumulated engine You can see the pressure of each tire
revolutions. For more information, in this monitor. If one or more tires
see page 383. are low, inflate them to the correct
pressure. For more information, see
page 351.
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Multi-Information Display
You can receive or make phone calls When the main menu displays ‘‘TRIP
from your cell phone through your COMPUTER’’, pressing the SEL/
vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® RESET button changes the display to
(HFL) system without touching your ‘‘AVERAGE FUEL A/RANGE’’ to
cell phone. ‘‘AVERAGE FUEL B/RANGE’’ and
to ‘‘AVERAGE SPEED/ELAPSED
TIME’’.
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Multi-Information Display
System Messages The system message(s) triggers the To cancel the message(s) before 5
appropriate indicator(s) on the seconds elapsed, press the INFO
SYSTEMMESSAGE INDICATOR (▲/▼) button on the steering
instrument panel, including the
system message indicator, to come wheel.
on. The system message indicator
Even if you press the INFO (▲/▼)
does not go off until the problem(s)
button, some messages stay on or
is corrected.
come on again at regular intervals
You will also hear a beep when the until the problem is corrected.
system message comes on for the
You can see the message(s) again by
first time.
pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button
Most of the messages are displayed repeatedly if the system message
for about 5 seconds, and then the indicator remains lit on the
normal display returns. If there are instrument panel.
If there is a problem with your several system messages to be
vehicle, for example, the engine oil Here is a list of all messages:
shown, the display switches these
level is low or a door is not fully messages every 5 seconds.
closed, the multi-information display
will show you the problem. It does
this by interrupting the current
display with one or more messages.
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U.S.
See page See page
11 436
See page
Canada 153
See page See page
U.S.
See page See page
20 436
See page
Canada 438
See page See page
33 358
U.S. U.S.
See page
359
See page See page
Canada 33 Canada 438
See page
377
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U.S.
See page See page
398 324
See page
Canada 134
See page
71
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Multi-Information Display
DEFAULT ALL
To set the default settings, press the When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will
INFO (▲/▼) button to select SET see the above display for several
If you want to set the default settings,
then press the SEL/RESET button. seconds, then the screen returns to
press the INFO (▲/▼) button to
CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.
select DEFAULT ALL, then press the If you want to cancel DEFAULT ALL,
SEL/RESET button. select CANCEL, then press the SEL/ If the setting is not successfully
RESET button. The screen goes back completed, ‘‘FAILED’’ is shown for
to the previous display. several seconds, and then the screen
goes back to the normal message
mode. Repeat the same procedure to
select DEFAULT ALL.
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Multi-Information Display
METER SETUP
see page 89
POSITION SETUP
see page 97
Select ‘‘EXIT’’
LIGHTING SETUP
see page 100
Select
Select ‘‘CANCEL’’ ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ DOOR/WINDOW SETUP
see page 105
WIPER SETUP
see page 113
SEL/RESET BUTTON
INFO (▲/▼) BUTTON
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Multi-Information Display
Meter Setup
Here are the six custom settings for
the meter setup:
●
LANGUAGE SELECTION
●
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.
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Multi-Information Display
Language Selection
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Position Setup
Here are the two custom settings for
the position setup:
●
MEMORY POSITION LINK
●
AUTO TILT & TELESCOPE
SEL/RESET
BUTTON
NFO (▲or▼)
BUTTON
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Lighting Setup
Here are the three custom settings
for the lighting setup:
●
INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING
TIME
●
HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER
●
AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY
While ‘‘LIGHTING 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.
SEL/RESET
BUTTON
INFO (▲or▼)
BUTTON
Multi-Information Display
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Multi-Information Display
You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see
from ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ by the selections.
pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button
Select the desired setting by
repeatedly.
pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button,
then enter your selection by pressing
the SEL/RESET button.
Multi-Information Display
CONTINUED
Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
Door/Window Setup
Here are the five custom settings for
the door/window setup:
●
AUTO DOOR LOCK
●
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
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Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
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Multi-Information Display
Press the SEL/RESET button to see If you choose ‘‘SHIFT TO P’’ or ‘‘IGN When your selection is successfully
the selections. OFF’’, you will see the above display. completed, the display changes as
shown above, and then goes back to
Select the desired setting by Press the INFO (▲/▼) button to
the customize item screen.
pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, switch the door lock mode setting
then enter your selection by pressing between the driver's door and all If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’
the SEL/RESET button. doors. Then, press the SEL/RESET message appears, go back to ‘‘AUTO
button to enter your selection. DOOR UNLOCK’’ and repeat the
procedure again.
Multi-Information Display
CONTINUED
Multi-Information Display
You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see
from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ by the selections.
pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button
Select ON or OFF by pressing the
repeatedly.
INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter
your selection by pressing the SEL/
RESET button.
Multi-Information Display
When your selection is successfully You can choose this customize item
completed, the display changes as from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ by
shown above, and then goes back to pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button
the customize item screen. repeatedly.
If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’
message appears, go back to
‘‘KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENT’’ and repeat
the procedure again.
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Multi-Information Display
Multi-Information Display
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Multi-Information Display
You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully
from ‘‘WIPER SETUP’’ by pressing the selections. completed, the display changes as
the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. shown above, and then goes back to
Select the desired setting by
the customize item screen.
pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button,
then enter your selection by pressing If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’
the SEL/RESET button. message appears, go back to
‘‘WIPER ACTION’’ and repeat the
procedure again.
ꭧ1: If equipped
ꭧ2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Push the right lever up or down to LO - The wipers run at low speed.
select a position.
HI - The wipers run at high speed.
MIST - The wipers run at high
Windshield Washer - Pull the
speed until you release the lever.
wiper control lever toward you, and
OFF - The wipers are not activated. hold it. The washers spray until you
release the lever. The wipers run at
INT - The length of the wipe
low speed, then complete one more
interval is varied automatically
sweep after you release the lever.
according to vehicle speed.
If you turn it to the shortest delay,
the wipers change to low speed
1. MIST operation when the vehicle speed
2. OFF exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).
3. INT - Intermittent To change the ‘‘WIPER ACTION’’
4. LO - Low speed setting, see page 113.
5. HI - High speed
6. Windshield washers
Headlight Washers The headlight washers use the same Rear Window Wiper and Washer
(On Canadian models) fluid reservoir as the windshield
washers.
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3. When you turn the wiper switch to Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on the
the ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper will lever to signal a left turn and up to
return to its parked position. signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever,
4. Rotate the switch
and hold it. The lever will return to
counterclockwise to spray the
center when you release it or
window washer.
complete a turn.
When you shift the transmission to
Headlights On - Turning the
the reverse position with the front
switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on
windshield wipers activated, the
the parking lights, taillights,
rear window wiper operates
instrument panel lights, side-marker
automatically.
lights, and rear license plate lights.
When the wiper control lever
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position is INT, the rear wiper 1. Turn signal position turns on the headlights. If
operates intermittently. When it is 2. Off you leave the lights on with the key
LO or HI, the rear wiper operates 3. Parking and indicator lights removed from the ignition switch,
continuously. 4. AUTO you will hear a reminder chime when
The rear window washer uses the 5. Headlights on you open the driver's door.
same fluid reservoir as the 6. High beams
windshield washer. 7. Flash high beams
8. Fog lights off
9. Fog lights on
When the light switch is in either of AUTO - The automatic lighting Even with the automatic lighting
these positions, the lights on feature turns on the headlights and feature turned on, we recommend
indicator comes on as a reminder. all other exterior lights, when it that you turn on the lights manually
senses low ambient light. when driving at night or in a dense
This indicator stays on if you leave
fog, or when you enter dark areas
the lights on and turn the ignition To turn on automatic lighting, turn
such as long tunnels or parking
switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the light switch to AUTO at any time.
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If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ Automatic Lighting Off Feature If you turn the ignition switch to the
message on the multi-information This feature turns off the headlights, LOCK (0) position with the headlight
display, there is a problem with the all other exterior lights, and the switch on, but do not open the door
daytime running light system. Take instrument panel lights within 15 and get out, the lights turn off after
your vehicle to a dealer to have it seconds after you remove the key 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch
checked. and close the driver's door. is in the ‘‘AUTO’’ position).
Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
The defogger 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 156.
Push the button between the center The rear window defogger will clear
vents to turn on the hazard warning fog, frost, and thin ice from the
lights (four-way flashers). This window. Push the defogger button to
causes all four outside turn signals turn it on and off. The indicator in the
and both indicators in the instrument button lights to show the defogger is
panel to flash. Use the hazard on. If you do not turn it off, the
warning lights if you need to park in defogger will shut itself off after
a dangerous area near heavy traffic, about 15 minutes. It also shuts off
or if your vehicle is disabled. when you turn off the ignition. You
have to turn it on again when you
restart the vehicle.
Make any steering wheel adjustment Release the switch when the steering
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
before you start driving. wheel reaches the desired position.
Make sure the steering wheel points
towards your chest, not toward your
face, and that you can see the
Adjusting the steering wheel instrument panel gauges and
position while driving may indicators.
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
in a crash.
When you remove the key from the If your vehicle's battery is
ignition switch, the steering wheel disconnected or goes dead, or the
automatically moves fully in and up. fuse for the power tilt and telescopic
steering wheel is removed, the
To change the ‘‘AUTO TILT &
power tilt and telescopic steering
TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL’’
wheel system needs to be reset when
setting, see page 99.
KEY MASTER KEY VALET KEY KEY MASTER KEY VALET KEY These keys contain electronic
NUMBER WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) NUMBER WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) circuits that are activated by the
TAG TRANSMITTER TAG TRANSMITTER immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the circuits
are damaged.
●
Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
● Do not drop the keys or set heavy
Models without power tailgate Models with power tailgate
objects on them.
●
Keep the keys away from liquids.
The master key fits all the locks on You should have received a key If they get wet, dry them
your vehicle. The valet key works number tag with your keys. You will immediately with a soft cloth.
only in the ignition and the driver's need this key number if you ever
door lock. You can keep the glove have to get a lost key replaced. Use The valet key does not contain a
box locked when you leave your only Acura-approved key blanks. battery. Do not try to take it apart.
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
facility.
Retractable Master Key Always use the fully-extended key The key may come in contact with
when you insert it to the ignition your finger while being retracted or
RELEASE BUTTON
switch. If the key does not fully extended. Make sure your fingers do
Push extend, the immobilizer system may not touch the pivot of the key when
not operate properly and prevents retracting or extending the key.
from starting the engine.
Immobilizer System
The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC:
your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the
improperly coded key (or other contact your dealer. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
device) is used, the engine's fuel following two conditions: (1) This device
Do not attempt to alter this system or may not cause harmful interference, and
system is disabled.
add other devices to it. Electrical (2) this device must accept any
When you turn the ignition switch to problems could result that may make interference received, including
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer your vehicle inoperable. interference that may cause undesired
system indicator should come on operation.
If you have lost your key and you
briefly, then go off. If the indicator Changes or modifications not expressly
cannot start the engine, contact your
starts to blink, it means the system approved by the party responsible for
dealer.
does not recognize the coding of the compliance could void the user's
key. Turn the ignition switch to the authority to operate the equipment.
LOCK (0) position, remove the key,
This device complies with Industry
reinsert it, and turn the ignition Canada Standard RSS-210.
switch to the ON (II) position again. Always take the ignition key with you
whenever you leave the vehicle alone. Operation is subject to the following two
The system may not recognize your conditions: (1) this device may not cause
key's coding if another immobilizer interference, and (2) this device must
key or other metal object (i.e. key accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
fob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.
Ignition Switch
ACCESSORY (I) - You can operate You will hear a reminder beeper if
the audio system and the accessory you leave the key in the ignition
power sockets in this position. switch in the LOCK (0) or the
ACCESSORY (I) position and open
ON (II) - This is the normal key
the driver's door. Remove the key to
position when driving. Several of the
turn off the beeper.
indicators on the instrument panel
Door Locks
The childproof door locks are To open the tailgate, push up inside
designed to prevent children seated the handle, then lift up. To close the
in the rear from accidentally opening tailgate, use the inner handle to pull
the rear doors. Each rear door has a it down, then press down on the back
lock lever near the edge. With the edge.
lever in the LOCK position (lever is
Keep the tailgate closed at all times
down), the door cannot be opened
while driving to avoid damaging the
from the inside regardless of the
tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas
position of the lock tab. To open the
from getting into the interior. See
door, push the lock tab forward and
Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page
use the outside door handle.
58.
Tailgate
TAILGATE SWITCH
POWER TAILGATE SWITCH
The tailgate can also be closed by
pressing the button on the tailgate. If
If equipped
you press the button again while the
The tailgate can be opened and
tailgate is closing, you will hear three
closed with the remote transmitter
beeps, and the tailgate will stop
(see page 135) or the switch in the
moving, reverse direction, and stop
driver's door pocket when both front
at the fully opened position.
doors are unlocked.
Press and hold the tailgate button on
the remote transmitter or the switch
for about 1 second to open or close
the tailgate. Each time you press the
button on the remote transmitter or
the switch, you will hear a beep, and
some front and rear lights will flash.
Tailgate
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Tailgate
If you try to drive off with the tailgate Unlocking the Tailgate
not closed completely, a beeper
sounds and a ‘‘DOOR & TAILGATE
OPEN’’ message is shown on the
multi-information display.
Keep the tailgate closed at all times
while driving to avoid damaging the
tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas
from getting into the interior. See
Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page
58.
If there is a problem in the power Push the release lever to the right as
tailgate system, you will see a shown.
‘‘CHECK POWER TAILGATE’’ Models with power tailgate
message on the multi-information If the power door lock system cannot If you need to unlock the tailgate
display. Have the system checked by unlock the tailgate, unlock it manually, it means there is a
your dealer. manually. problem with the tailgate. Have the
vehicle checked by your dealer.
With this message shown on the Use a small flat-tipped screwdriver to
multi-information display, you can remove the cover on the back of the
still open or close the tailgate tailgate.
manually.
PANIC
BUTTON
PANIC
Models without power tailgate BUTTON To change the ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK
If you cannot open the tailgate, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT’’ setting,
LOCK - Press this button once to
remove the cover on the back of the see page 110.
lock all doors and the tailgate. Some
tailgate (see page 134). Push the
exterior lights will flash. When you
release lever to the right as shown,
push LOCK twice within 5 seconds,
then pull the outer handle to open
you will hear a beep to verify that the
the tailgate.
doors and tailgate are locked and the
security system has set. This button
does not work if any door or tailgate
is not fully closed.
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Remote Transmitter
UNLOCK - Press this button once When you press the UNLOCK If you push the same button again
to unlock the driver's door. Push it button, the front and rear individual while the tailgate is opening or
twice to unlock the other doors. map lights and the cargo area light, closing, three beeps sound, the
Some exterior lights will flash twice depending on their switch positions, tailgate stops moving, reverses
when you push the button. If you do will come on (see page 160). If you direction and stops in the fully
not open any door or the tailgate do not open any door or the tailgate, opened or fully closed position.
within 30 seconds, they will the lights stay on for about 30
PANIC - Press and hold this
automatically relock. seconds, then go out. If you relock
button for about 1 second to attract
the doors and the tailgate with the
To change the ‘‘KEY AND REMOTE attention; the horn will sound, and
remote transmitter before 30 seconds
UNLOCK MODE’’ setting, see page the exterior lights will flash for about
have elapsed, the lights will go off
109. 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode,
immediately.
press any other button on the remote
To change the ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK
TIMER’’ setting, see page 111.
Models with power tailgate transmitter, or turn the ignition
TAILGATE - Press and hold the switch to the ON (II) position. Panic
TAILGATE button to open or close mode does not work when the key is
the power tailgate. When the tailgate in the ignition switch.
begins to move, you will hear a beep,
and some front and rear lights will
flash.
Remote Transmitter
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Remote Transmitter
Remote Transmitter
Keyless Memory Settings™ Here are the settings activated with The steering wheel will move to the
the remote: stored position when you insert the
key into the ignition switch.
● Customized settings
(see page 83). You will also see the ‘‘WELCOME
DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘WELCOME DRIVER
●
Driving position memory
2’’ message on the multi-information
Seats
Seats
They are most effective when you Adjusting the Head Restraint
adjust them so the center of the back The head restraints adjust for height.
of the occupant's head rests against You need both hands to adjust the
the center of the restraint. restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it
while driving. To raise it, pull
upward. To lower the restraint, push
the release button sideways, and
push the restraint down.
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Seats
Seats
Active Head Restraints After a collision, the activated For a head restraint system to work
restraint should return to its normal properly:
position. ● Do not hang any items on the head
If the restraints do not return to their restraints, or from the restraint
normal position, or in the event of a legs.
severe collision, have the vehicle
Seats
Adjusting the Second Row Seats Folding the Second Row Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back
The left and right halves can be does not press against the front
folded separately. passenger's seat, as this could cause
the weight sensors to work
1. To unlatch the detachable anchor
improperly.
before folding the seat-back, insert
the latch plate into the slot on the
side of the anchor buckle (see
page 146) and allow the seat belt to
retract. Store the detachable
anchor and seat belt latch plates in
the retractor housing.
HANDLE 2. Lower the head restraints to their
lowest positions.
To change the seat-back angle of the
seats in the second row, pull up on 3. Pull up the handle on the outside
the handle on the outside of the seat- of the seat-back.
back, and push the seat-back. 4. Fold the seat-back forward.
Overall, the seat-back has six Reverse this procedure to return the
different positions. seat to the upright position. Make
sure the seat is locked securely
before driving.
Seats
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Seats
Reverse this procedure to return the Detachable Anchor When the seats are returned to the
seat to the upright position. Make upright position, these detachable
sure the seat is locked securely anchors should be latched back
before driving. Reconnect the seat properly.
belts to the detachable anchors.
Make sure all items in the cargo area
are secured. Loose items can fly
forward and cause injury if you have Using the seat belt with the
to brake hard (See Carrying Cargo detachable anchor unlatched
on page 332). increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash.
LATCH PLATE
Before using the seat belt,
The seat belts in the second row make sure the detachable
center seat and the third row seats anchor is correctly latched.
are equipped with detachable
anchors.
To unlatch the detachable anchor,
insert the latch plate into the slot on
the side of the anchor buckle. Store
the detachable anchor and seat belt
latch plates in the retractor housing.
Seats
SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT THIRD ROW SEATS SMALL LATCH PLATE
LATCH PLATE
Pull out the small latch plate and the Pull out the outer shoulder belts Line up the triangle marks on the
latch plate from each holding slot in from the hook. Both of the third-row small latch plate and anchor buckle
the ceiling, and pull out the seat belt hooks should only be used when the when reattaching the belt and
to extend it. seat belt is detached. buckle.
Tug on the seat belt to verify that the
detachable anchor is securely
latched. Make sure the seat belt is
not twisted.
Seat Heaters
Passenger's
Seat
HI
Driver's LOW
HEATERS Seat Front seat Second row seat
Both front seats are equipped with Push the front of the switch, HI, to U.S. Entertainment Packages and
seat heaters. Because of the sensors rapidly heat up the seat. After the Canadian models
for the side airbag cutoff system, seat reaches a comfortable The outer second row seat cushions
there is no heater in the passenger's temperature, select LO by pushing and seat-backs are equipped with
seat-back. The ignition switch must the back of the switch. This will keep seat heaters. Turning the switch on
be in the ON (II) position to use the the seat warm. the driver side warms the outer seat
heaters. behind the driver's seat only. The
passenger side switch warms the
outer seat behind the front passenger
seat.
In the HI setting, the heater turns off Power Windows The windows will operate for up to 10
when the seat gets warm, and turns minutes after you turn off the ignition
back on after the seat's temperature DRIVER'S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH switch. Opening either front door
SWITCH
drops. cancels this function.
In the LO setting, the heater runs
continuously. It does not cycle with
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Power Windows
To close either front window fully, AUTO REVERSE - If either front If your vehicle's battery is
pull back the window switch firmly to window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the
the second detent, then release it. is closing automatically, it will driver's window fuse is removed, the
The window automatically goes all reverse direction and then stop. To AUTO function may be disabled. If
the way up. To stop the window from close the window, remove the the AUTO function is disabled, the
going all the way up, push down on obstacle, then use the window switch power window system will need to be
the window switch briefly. again. reset after reconnecting the battery
or installing the fuse.
When you push the MAIN switch in, Auto reverse stops sensing when the
the switch is off, and the passengers' window is almost closed. You should 1. Start the engine. Push down and
windows cannot be raised or always check that all passengers and hold the driver's window switch
lowered. To cancel this feature, push objects are away from the window until the window is fully open.
on the switch again to get it to pop before closing it.
2. Pull and hold the driver's window
out. Keep the MAIN switch pushed switch to close the window
in when you have children in the completely, then hold the switch
vehicle so they do not injure for about 2 seconds.
themselves by operating the
windows unintentionally. If the power windows do not operate
properly after resetting, have your
vehicle checked by your dealer.
Power Windows
Opening the Windows and Opening/Closing the Windows 3. Turn the key clockwise again, and
Moonroof with the Remote and Moonroof with the Key hold it. All four windows and the
Transmitter moonroof start to open. To stop
You can open all of the windows and the windows and the moonroof,
the moonroof from outside with the release the key.
remote transmitter.
4. To open the windows and the
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4. To close the windows and the Moonroof To tilt up the moonroof, push on the
moonroof further, turn and hold center of the moonroof switch. To
the key again (within 10 seconds stop the moonroof from tilting up
of step 2). fully, push the switch briefly.
Auto reverse does not work when To close the moonroof fully, firmly
closing the windows and moonroof push the moonroof switch forward,
with the key. then release it. The moonroof
automatically closes all the way. To
NOTE: If the windows and the
stop the moonroof from closing, push
moonroof stop before the desired
the switch briefly.
position, repeat steps 2 and 3.
To open or close the moonroof
MOONROOF SWITCH partially, pull back or push forward
the moonroof switch lightly and hold
To open the moonroof fully, pull back it. The moonroof will stop when you
the moonroof switch firmly. The release the switch.
moonroof opens all the way. To stop
the moonroof from opening fully,
push the switch briefly.
Auto Reverse You can open and close the Parking Brake
If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after
obstacle while it is closing you turn off the ignition switch. RELEASE HANDLE
automatically, it will reverse Opening either front door cancels
direction, and then stop. To close the this function.
moonroof, remove the obstacle, then
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Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors
Driving the vehicle with the parking clean and adjusted for best visibility.
brake applied can damage the rear Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if you start driving.
the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake on.
SENSOR
INDICATOR
AUTO BUTTON
Mirrors
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Mirrors
Your vehicle has a memory feature Storing a Driving Position in MEMORY BUTTONS
for the steering wheel, driver's seat, Memory
and outside mirror positions. Store a driving position only when
the vehicle is parked.
Seat, except for power lumbar,
steering wheel and outside mirror 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
positions can be stored in separate (II) position. You cannot add a new
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Doing any of the following after Selecting a Memorized Position To stop the system's automatic
pressing the MEMO button will To select a memorized position, do adjustment, do any of these actions:
cancel the storing procedure. this: ● Press any button on the control
●
Not pressing a memory button 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked. panel: MEMO, 1, or 2.
within 5 seconds.
2. Press the desired memory button ●
Push any of the adjustment
●
Readjusting the seat position. (1 or 2) until you hear a beep, then switches for the seat.
release the button.
●
Readjusting the outside mirror ●
Shift out of Park.
position. The system will move the seat, ● Adjust the outside mirrors.
steering wheel, and outside mirrors
Each memory button stores only one
to the memorized positions. The If desired, you can use the
driving position. Storing a new
indicator in the selected memory adjustment switches to change the
position erases the previous setting
button will flash during movement. positions of the seat, steering wheel
stored in that button's memory. If
When the adjustments are complete, or outside mirrors after they are in
you want to add a new position while
you will hear two beeps, and the their memorized position. If you
retaining the current one, use the
indicator will remain on. change the memorized position, the
other memory button.
indicator in the memory button will
To change the ‘‘MEMORY
go out. To keep this driving position
POSITION LINK’’ setting, see page
for later use, you must store it in the
98.
driving position memory.
Interior Lights
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Interior Lights
COURTESY LIGHT
Interior Lights
CENTER POCKET
ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKET
BUTTONS
SUN VISOR
To use the sun visor, pull it down. To use the vanity mirror on the back
When using the sun visor for the of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
side window, remove the support rod
The vanity mirror light will not come
from the clip, and swing it out.
on if the sun visor is slid outward.
In this position, the sun visor can be
adjusted by moving it on its slider.
Do not use the extended sun visor
over the inside mirror.
Make sure you put the sun visor
back in place when you are getting
into or out of the vehicle.
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Always run the engine when you use NOTE: The AC power outlet is not
the AC power outlet. designed for electric appliances
which require high initial peak
The maximum capacity for this
wattage such as cathode-ray tube
power outlet is 115 volt AC at 100
type televisions, refrigerators,
watts or less. If you use an appliance
electric pumps, etc. It is also not
which requires more than 100 watts,
suitable for devices that process
it automatically stops supplying the
precise data such as medical
power. If this happens, turn the
equipment or measuring
ignition switch off and turn it on
instruments. Any appliances that
again.
require an extremely stable power
supply such as microcomputer-
controlled electric blankets, touch
sensor lamps, etc., should not be
connected to this outlet.
Main Menu
Features
The climate control system in your Climate Control System .............. 170 Playing the XM® Satellite Radio
vehicle provides a comfortable Rear Climate Controls ............. 175 (Models with navigation
driving environment in all weather Audio System .............................. 180 system) ............................... 210
conditions. Playing the AM/FM Radio Playing Discs (Models with
(Models without navigation navigation system) .................. 218
The standard audio system has many
system) ............................... 181 Disc Changer Error
features. This section describes
Playing the XM® Satellite Radio Messages ................................ 228
those features and how to use them.
(Models without navigation Protecting Your Discs ................. 229
Features
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system) ............................... 185 Auxiliary Input Jack .................... 232
system that requires a code number Playing Discs (Models without Remote Audio Controls ............... 233
to enable it. navigation system) .................. 190 Radio Theft Protection ................ 235
Disc Changer Error Message Setting the Clock and
(Models without navigation Calendar ................................. 236
system) ............................... 199 Rear Entertainment System ........ 237
Audio System (Models with Security System .......................... 269
navigation system) .................. 200 Cruise Control ............................ 270
Playing the AM/FM Radio Compass ..................................... 273
(Models with navigation HomeLink® Universal
system) ............................... 201 Transceiver ............................. 276
AM/FM Radio Reception ............ 205 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ....... 278
Playing the AM/FM Radio AcuraLink® (U.S. models
(Models with navigation only) ....................................... 307
system) ............................... 207 Rearview Camera and
Monitor ................................... 319
Personalization Setting Using Automatic Climate Control The system automatically selects the
When you unlock the doors with The automatic climate control system proper mix of conditioned and/or
your remote, the driver's ID (Driver in your vehicle picks the proper heated air that will, as quickly as
1 or Driver 2) is detected, and the combination of air conditioning, possible, raise or lower the interior
climate control settings are turned to heating, and ventilation to maintain temperature to your preference.
the respective mode automatically the interior temperature you select. Temperature Control
when the ignition is turned to the ON The system also adjusts the fan The driver's side temperature, the
(II) position. speed and airflow levels. passenger's side temperature and the
Features
Voice Control System 1. Press the Auto button on the front rear passenger compartment
On models with navigation system control panel. temperature can be set separately.
The climate control system can also Press the ▲ button of the
2. Set the desired temperature with appropriate temperature control to
be operated by voice control. See the
the temperature control buttons. increase the temperature of airflow.
Navi section in your quick start guide
You will see AUTO in the system's Press the ▼ button to decrease it.
for an overview of this system, and
display. Each set temperature is shown in the
the navigation system manual for
complete details. 3. You can set the driver's side display. The rear temperature is
temperature, the passenger's side shown in the display on the back of
temperature, and the temperature the center console.
of the rear passenger compartment
separately.
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When you set the temperature to its On models with navigation system Dual Button
lower limit ( ) or its upper limit In the Auto mode, the vehicle's You can set the temperatures for the
( ), the system runs at full cooling interior temperature is independently driver's side and the passenger's side
or heating only. It does not regulate regulated for the driver, front separately when this button is
the interior temperature. passenger, and rear passengers pressed (indicator is on). When the
according to each adjusted indicator in the DUAL button is off,
When you press a fan control button, the temperatures for both sides are
temperature. The system also
the fan is taken out of AUTO mode. synchronized to the driver's side set
regulates each temperature based on
When the indicator in the dual the information of the sun light temperature. When defrost mode is
button is on, the driver's side and sensor and the sun's position which selected, dual mode operation is
passenger's side temperature can be is updated automatically by the canceled.
controlled independently (see page navigation's global positioning
177). system (GPS). For example, if the
driver's side of the vehicle is getting
When the indicator in the rear button
too much sun, the system will adjust
is on, the temperature of the rear
to a lower temperature.
passenger compartment can be
controlled independently (see page
177).
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indicator off, the temperature of the from collecting, you should have outside temperature.
rear passenger compartment is the fan running at all times.
synchronized to the driver's side set Recirculation Button
temperature. You will see the AUTO Semi-automatic Operation When the indicator in the button is
SYNC on the system display of the You can manually select various on, air from the vehicle's interior is
rear control panel. Changing the functions of the climate control sent throughout the system again.
temperature of the rear passenger system when it is in fully automatic When the indicator is off, air is
compartment also makes the mode. All other features remain brought in from the outside of the
indicator turn on, and takes the automatically controlled. Making any vehicle (fresh air mode).
system out of synchronized mode. manual selection causes the word
AUTO in the display to go out. The outside air intakes for the
This causes the word SYNC in the climate control system are at the
display to go out. Fan Control base of the windshield. Keep this
Press the ▲ button to increase the area clear of leaves and other debris.
fan speed and airflow. Press the ▼
button to decrease it. The system should be left in fresh air
mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C off,
can cause the windows to fog up.
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Switch to recirculation mode when Airflow is divided between the For your safety, make sure you have
driving through dusty or smoky floor and corner vents and the a clear view through all the windows
conditions, then return to fresh air defroster vents at the base of the before driving.
mode. windshield. When the indicator in the button is
Rear Window Defogger Button Windshield Defroster Button on, the front passenger's and rear
This button turns the rear window This button directs the main airflow passenger compartment
defogger off and on (see page 122). to the windshield for faster temperatures cannot be set
Pushing this button also turns the defrosting. It also overrides any separately from the driver's.
power mirror heaters on and off. mode selection you may have made.
Mode Control When you select , the system
Use the mode control button to automatically switches to fresh air
select the vents the air flows from. mode and turns on the A/C. For
Some air will flow from the faster defrosting, manually set the
dashboard vents in all modes. fan speed to high. You can also
increase airflow to the windshield by
Air flows from the center and closing the corner vents on the
corner vents in the dashboard. dashboard. To close the vents, rotate
Airflow is divided between the the wheel under each corner vent.
vents in the dashboard and the floor When you turn off by pressing
vents. the button again, the system returns
Air flows from the floor vents. to its former settings.
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AUTO BUTTON MODE BUTTON
OFF BUTTON
REAR BUTTON
You can use the rear control panel
Rear Button when the indicator in the REAR
When the indicator in this button is off, button on the front control panel is
the temperature of the rear passenger on. Pressing any control button on
compartment is synchronized to the the rear control panel turns on the
driver's side set temperature. If the rear button indicator on the front
AUTO mode is selected on the front control panel.
control panel, you will see the AUTO
SYNC on the rear system display. When
the indicator in this button is on, the
temperature of the rear passenger
compartment can be adjusted with the
rear temperature control buttons. A
passenger can also adjust the fan speed
and airflow.
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controlled independently.
To adjust each temperature, press
either of the temperature control
buttons (▲or▼) on the climate
control panel.
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SUNLIGHT SENSOR
Audio System
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AUTO SELECT BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS
FM BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
AM BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
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To Play the Radio To Select a Station SCAN - The scan function samples
The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. find radio stations on the selected selected band. To activate it, press
Turn the system on by pushing the band: tune, seek, scan, the preset the SCAN button, then release it.
power/volume knob or the AM or buttons, and auto select. You will see SCAN in the display.
FM button. Adjust the volume by The system will scan for a station
TUNE - Use the TUNE knob to
turning the power/volume knob. with a strong signal. When it finds
tune the radio to a desired frequency.
one, it will stop and play that station
The band and frequency that the Turn the knob right to tune to a
for about 10 seconds.
radio was last tuned to are displayed. higher frequency, or left to tune to a
To change bands, press the AM or lower frequency. If you do nothing, the system will
FM button. On the FM band, ST will scan for the next strong station and
SEEK - The SEEK function
be displayed if the station is play it for 10 seconds. When it plays
searches up and down from the
broadcasting in stereo. Stereo a station that you want to listen to,
current frequency to find a station
reproduction in AM is not available. press the SCAN button again.
with a strong signal. To activate it,
On the AM band, AM noise press the + or - SEEK button, then
reduction turns on automatically. release it.
Preset - Each preset button can AUTO SELECT - If you are To turn off auto select, press the A.SEL
store one frequency on AM and two traveling far from home and can no (auto select) button. This restores
frequencies on FM. longer receive your preset stations, the presets you originally set.
you can use the auto select feature to
1. Select the desired band, AM or The presets may be lost if your
find stations in the local area.
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store vehicle's battery goes dead, is
two frequencies with each preset Press the A.SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ disconnected, or the radio fuse is
button. flashes in the display, and the system removed.
goes into scan mode for several
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2. Use the tune, seek, or scan For information on AM/FM radio
seconds. It stores the frequencies of
function to tune the radio to a frequencies and reception, see page
six AM and twelve FM stations in the
desired station. 205.
preset buttons.
3. Pick a preset button, and hold it
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
until you hear a beep.
pressing a preset button if auto select
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a cannot find a strong station for that
total of six stations on AM and preset button.
twelve stations on FM.
If you do not like the stations auto
select has stored, you can store other
frequencies on the preset buttons as
previously described.
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Adjusting the Sound SVC - Adjusts the volume level This function is set to MID as the
Press the TUNE (SOUND) knob based on the vehicle speed. default setting when the vehicle
repeatedly to display the BASS, leaves the factory.
Each mode is shown in the display as
TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE,
it changes. Turn the TUNE knob to Audio System Lighting
SUBWOOFER, and SVC (speed- You can use the instrument panel
adjust the setting to your liking.
sensitive volume compensation) brightness control buttons to adjust
When the level reaches the center,
settings.
you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display. the illumination of the audio system
BASS - Adjusts the bass. (see page 123). The audio system
The system will return to the audio
illuminates when the parking lights
TREBLE - Adjusts the treble. display about 5 seconds after you
are on, even if the radio is off.
stop adjusting a mode.
FADER - Adjusts the front-to-back
strength of the sound. Speed-sensitive Volume
Compensation (SVC)
BALANCE - Adjusts the side-to- The SVC mode controls the volume
side strength of the sound. based on vehicle speed. The faster
SUBWOOFER - Adjusts the you go, the louder the audio volume
strength of sound from the becomes. As you slow down, the
subwoofer speaker. audio volume decreases.
CENTER - Adjusts the strength of The SVC has four modes; SVC OFF,
sound from the center speaker. SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC
HIGH. Turn the TUNE knob to
adjust the setting to your liking. If
you feel the sound is too loud,
choose low. If you feel the sound is
too quiet, choose high.
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XM RADIO BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS
SCAN BUTTON
DISP/MODE BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
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Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the Satellite Radio You may experience periods when
XM® Satellite Radio anywhere in the To listen to XM satellite radio, turn XM Radio does not transmit the
United States, except Hawaii and the ignition switch to the artist's name and song title
Alaska. ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. information. If this happens, there is
On Canadian models, you can also Push the power/volume knob to turn nothing wrong with your system.
receive XM® Satellite Radio in on the audio system, and press the
TUNE - Turn the TUNE knob to
Canada. button. The last channel you
change channel selections. Turn the
XM® is a registered trademark of XM listened to will show in the display.
knob right for higher numbered
Satellite Radio, Inc. Adjust the volume by turning the
channels and left for lower numbered
power/volume knob.
XM satellite radio receives signals channels. In the category mode, you
from two satellites to produce clear, MODE - To switch between can only select channels within that
high-quality digital reception. It channel mode and category mode, category.
offers many channels in several press and hold the DISP/MODE
CATEGORY (- or +) - Press
categories. Along with a large button until the mode changes.
either button to select another
selection of different types of music,
In the channel mode, you can select category.
XM satellite radio allows you to view
all of the available channels. In the
channel and category selections in
category mode, such as Jazz, Rock,
the display.
Classical, etc., you can select all of
the channels within that category.
Each time you press and release the
DISP/MODE button, the display
changes in the following sequence:
channel name, channel number,
category, artist name, and music title.
SCAN - The SCAN function gives 2. Use the TUNE knob, the The presets may be lost if your
you a sampling of all channels while CATEGORY buttons, or the SCAN vehicle's battery goes dead, is
in the channel mode. In the category buttons to tune to a desired disconnected, or the radio fuse is
mode, only the stations within that channel. removed.
category are scanned. To activate XM Radio Display Messages
In category mode, only channels
scan, press the SCAN button. The
within that category can be selected.
system plays each channel in ‘‘LOADING’’ - XM is loading the
In channel mode, all channels can be
numerical order for a few seconds, audio or program information.
selected.
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then selects the next channel. When
you hear a channel you want to 3. Pick the preset button you want for ‘‘OFF AIR’’ - The channel
continue listening to, press the that channel. Press and hold the currently selected is no longer
button again. button until you hear a beep. broadcasting.
Preset - You can store up to 12 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the ‘‘UPDATING’’ - The encryption
preset channels using the six preset first six channels. code is being updated. Wait until the
buttons. Each button stores one encryption code is fully updated.
5. Press the XM button again. The
channel from the XM1 band and one Channels 0 and 1 should still work
other XM band will show. Store
channel from the XM2 band. normally.
the next six channels using steps 2
To store a channel: and 3.
1. Press the XM button. Either XM1 Once a channel is stored, simply
or XM2 will show in the display. press and release the proper preset
button to tune to it.
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GROUND REPEATER
The XM satellites are in orbit over Satellite signals are more likely to be
the equator; therefore, objects south blocked by tall buildings and
of the vehicle may cause satellite mountains the farther north you
reception interruptions. To help travel from the equator. Carrying
compensate for this, ground-based large items on a roof rack can also
repeaters are placed in major block the signal.
metropolitan areas.
Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: After you've registered with XM Radio,
may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly keep your audio system in the Satellite
Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for Radio mode while you wait for
these conditions: compliance could void the user's activation. This should take about 30
authority to operate the equipment. minutes.
●
Driving on the north side of an
Receiving Satellite Radio Service While waiting for activation, make sure
east/west mountain road. If your XM Radio service has expired or your vehicle remains in an open area
●
Driving on the north side of a large you purchased your vehicle from a with good reception. Once your audio
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commercial truck on an east/west previous owner, you can listen to a system is activated, ‘‘CATEGORY’’ or
road. sampling of the broadcasts available on ‘‘CH’’ will appear in the display, and
XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition you'll be able to listen to XM Radio
● Driving in tunnels. switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to
(II) position, push the power/volume send an activation signal to your vehicle
●
Driving on a road beside a vertical knob to turn on the audio system, and for at least 12 hours from the activation
wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south press the button. A variety of request. If the service has not been
of you. music types and styles will play. activated after 36 hours, contact XM
Driving on the lower level of a Radio.
●
If you decide to purchase XM satellite
multi-tiered road. radio service, contact XM Radio at www.
xmradio.com, or at 1-800-852-9696. In
● Driving on a single lane road Canada, contact XM Canada at www.
alongside dense trees taller than xmradio.ca, or at 1-877-438-9677. You
50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. will need to give them your radio I.D.
●
Large items carried on a roof rack. number and your credit card number.
To get your radio I.D. number, turn the
There may be other geographic TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the
situations that could affect XM radio display. Your I.D. will appear in the
reception. display.
PRESET BUTTONS
RANDOM BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON
To Play a Disc This audio system can also play The specifications of the compatible
To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in WMA files are:
switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA formats. When playing Sampling frequency:
(I) or ON (II) position. a disc in MP3, you will see ‘‘MP3’’ in 22.05/32/44.1/48 kHz
the display. In WMA format, ‘‘WMA’’ Bitrate:
You operate the disc changer with
will appear in the display. The disc, 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps
the same controls used for the radio.
folder and track numbers are Compatible with variable bitrate and
To select the disc changer, press the
displayed. You can select up to 255 multi-session.
DISC button. You will see ‘‘DISC’’ in
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folders or tracks. Maximum layers
the display. The disc and track
(including ROOT): 8 layers
numbers, and the elapsed time are Video CDs and DVD discs do not
shown in the display. You can also work in this unit.
select the displayed information with
The specifications of the compatible
the DISP button (see page 193). The
MP3 files are:
system will continuously play a disc
Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz
until you change modes.
(MPEG1)
16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2)
Bitrate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/
112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. Compatible with variable bitrate and
The label can curl up and cause the multi-session.
disc to jam in the unit. Maximum layers
(including ROOT): 8 layers
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Text Data Display Function If the text data has more than 16 ●
When you insert a disc, and the
Each time you press the DISP characters, you will see the first 15 system begins to play.
button, the display shows you the characters and the > indicator in the
text data on a disc, if the disc was When playing a CD-DA with text
display. Press and hold the DISP
recorded with text data. data, the album and track name are
button until the next 16 characters
shown in the display. With a disc in
You can see the album, artist, and are shown. You can see up to about
MP3 or WMA, the display shows the
track name in the display. If a disc is 31 characters of the text data.
folder and file name.
recorded in MP3 or WMA, you can If you press and hold the DISP
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see the folder and file name, and the When you turn on the audio system
button again, the display shows the
album, artist, and track tag. next time, the system keeps your
first 16 characters again.
selection with the DISP button.
With the folder name, you will see If any letter is not available, it is
the FOLDER indicator in the display. replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the
The TRACK indicator is shown with display.
the file or track name. When the disc has no text data, you
When you press and release the will see ‘‘NO INFO’’ on the display.
DISP button while a disc without text You will also see some text data
data is playing, you will see ‘‘NO under these conditions:
INFO’’ on the display. ● When a new folder, file, or track is
The display shows up to about 16 selected.
characters of selected text data (the
folder name, file name, etc.).
●
When you change the audio mode
to play a disc with text data or in
MP3 or WMA.
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To Change or Select Tracks/Files To move rapidly within a track or file, REPEAT (Track Repeat) - To
Use the seek buttons while a disc is press and hold the + or - seek continuously replay a track (file in
playing to select passages and button. MP3 or WMA mode), press and
change tracks (files in MP3 or WMA release the RPT button. You will see
mode). In MP3 or WMA mode
RPT in the display. Press and hold
FOLDER SELECTION - To select
In MP3 or WMA mode, use the the RPT button to turn it off.
a different folder, turn the TUNE
TUNE knob to select folders in the knob to move to the beginning of the Pressing either seek button also
disc and use either seek button to next folder. Turn the knob to the turns off the repeat feature.
change files. right until it clicks once to skip to the
To select a different disc, use the next folder, and to the left to move to
appropriate preset buttons (1 the beginning of the current folder.
through 6). If you select an empty Turn it again to skip to the beginning
position, the system will go into the of the previous folder. Turning the
loading sequence (see page 192). TUNE knob more than two clicks
skips several folders.
SEEK/SKIP - Each time you press
and release the + seek button, the
player skips forward to the beginning
of the next track (file in MP3 or
WMA mode). Press and release the
- seek button to skip backward to
the beginning of the current track.
Press it again to skip to the
beginning of the previous track.
In MP3 or WMA mode Each time you press and release the In MP3 or WMA mode
FOLDER REPEAT - This feature, RPT button, the mode changes from FOLDER RANDOM - This
when activated, replays all the files file repeat to folder repeat, to disc feature, when activated, plays the
on the selected folder in the order repeat then to normal playing. files within a current folder in
they are compressed in MP3 or random order, rather than in the
RANDOM (Random within a disc)
WMA. To activate folder repeat order they are compressed in MP3
- This feature plays the tracks
mode, press and release the RPT or WMA. To activate folder random
within a disc (the files in MP3 or
button repeatedly until you see F- play, press and release the RDM
WMA mode) in random order. To
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RPT in the display. The system button repeatedly. You will see F-
activate random play, press and
continuously replays the current RDM in the display. The system will
release the RDM button. In MP3 or
folder. Press and hold the RPT then select and play files randomly.
WMA mode, press the RDM button
button to turn it off. Pressing the This continues until you deactivate
repeatedly to select RDM (within a
RDM button, or selecting a different folder random play by pressing and
disc random play). You will see RDM
folder with the TUNE knob also holding the RDM button again, or
in the display. Press the RDM button
turns off the repeat feature. you select a different folder with the
for 2 seconds to return to normal
TUNE knob.
DISC REPEAT - This feature play.
continuously replays the current Each time you press and release the
disc. To activate disc repeat, press RDM button, the mode changes from
and release the RPT button folder random play, to within a disc
repeatedly until you see D-RPT in the random play, then to normal play.
display. Press and hold the RPT
button again to turn it off.
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SCAN - The SCAN function In MP3 or WMA mode Pressing either seek button, or
samples all the tracks on the disc in F-SCAN - This feature, when selecting a different disc (using the
the order they are recorded on the activated, samples the first file in preset buttons) or folder (using the
disc (all files in the selected folder in each folder on the disc in the order TUNE knob) turns off the SCAN or
MP3 or WMA mode). To activate the they are recorded. To activate the F-SCAN feature.
scan feature, press and release the folder scan feature, press and release
SCAN button. You will see SCAN in the SCAN button repeatedly. You will
the display. You will get a 10 second see F-SCAN in the display. The
sampling of each track/file in the system will then play the first file in
disc/folder. Press and hold the the main folders for about 10
SCAN button to get out of scan mode seconds. If you do nothing, the
and play the last track sampled. system will then play the following
first files for 10 seconds each. When
it plays a file that you want to
continue listening to, press and hold
the SCAN button.
D-SCAN - This feature, when When the first track in the last disc, To Stop Playing a Disc
activated, samples the first track in or the first file in the last main folder Press the eject button ( ) to
each disc in order (the first file in the in the last disc begins to play, the remove the disc. If you eject the disc,
main folder on each disc in MP3 or disc scan mode will be canceled. but do not remove it from the slot,
WMA mode). To activate the disc Pressing either seek button or the system will automatically reload
scan feature, press and release the selecting a different folder with the the disc after 10 seconds. To begin
SCAN button repeatedly until TUNE knob also turns off the scan playing, press the DISC button.
D-SCAN shows in the display. The feature.
You can also eject the disc when the
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system will then play the first track/
Each time you press and release the ignition switch is off.
file in the first main folder in the first
SCAN button, the mode changes
disc for about 10 seconds. If you do To play the radio when a disc is
from scan, disc scan, then to normal
nothing, the system will then play the playing, press the AM or FM button.
playing.
following first tracks/files for 10 Press the DISC button again to
seconds each. When it plays a track/ In MP3 or WMA mode switch back to the disc changer.
file that you want to continue Each time you press and release the
listening to, press and hold the SCAN button, the mode changes
SCAN button again. from file scan, folder scan, disc scan,
then to normal playing.
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If you turn the system off while a disc To remove a different disc from the
is playing, either with the power/ changer, first select it with the
volume knob or by turning off the appropriate preset button. When that
ignition switch, the disc will stay in disc begins playing, press the eject
the drive. When you turn the system button. Continue pressing the eject
back on, the disc will begin playing button to remove all the discs from
where it left off. the changer.
Removing Discs from the In-dash You can also eject discs when the
Disc Changer ignition switch is off. The disc that
To remove the disc currently in play, was last selected is ejected first.
press the eject button. When a disc is
removed from a slot, the system Protecting Discs
automatically begins the load For information on how to handle
sequence so you can load another and protect compact discs, see page
disc in that position. If you do not 229.
remove the disc from the changer
within 10 seconds, the disc will
reload into the slot. Then the system
returns to the previous mode (AM,
FM, or XM).
The chart on the right explains the Error Message Cause Solution
error messages you may see in the HEAT ERROR High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to
display while playing a disc. normal.
FORMAT Track/File format not Current track will be skipped. The next supported
If you see an error message in the supported track or file plays automatically.
display while playing a disc, press BAD DISC - Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc(s).
PLEASE CHECK Check the disc for serious damage, signs of
the eject button. After ejecting the OWNER'S Mechanical Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
disc, check it for damage or MANUAL PUSH (see page 230). Insert the disc again. If the code
deformation. If there is no damage, EJECT does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot be
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BAD DISC - removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to
insert the disc again. PLEASE CHECK force the disc out of the player.
Servo Error
OWNER'S
For the additional information on MANUAL
damaged discs, see page 230.
The audio system will try to play the
disc. If there is still a problem, the
error message will reappear. Press
the eject button, and pull out the
disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new disc
plays, there is a problem with the
first disc. If the error message cycle
repeats and you cannot clear it, take
your vehicle to a dealer.
Interface Dial The knob turns left and right. Use it Personalization Setting
On models with navigation system to make selections or adjustments to When you unlock the doors with
Most audio system functions can still a list or menu on the screen. your remote and turn the audio
be controlled by standard buttons, system on, the driver's ID (Driver 1
The selector can be pushed left,
dials, and knobs, but some functions or Driver 2) is detected, and the
right, up, down, and in. Use the
can only be accessed using the radio presets and sound level
selector to scroll through lists, to
interface dial. The interface dial has settings (see page 207) are turned to
select menus, and to highlight menu
two parts, a knob and a selector. the respective memorized mode
items. When you make a selection,
automatically.
KNOB ENTER push the center of the selector
(ENTER) to go to that selection. Voice Control System
The audio system can also be
operated by voice control. See the
Navi section in your quick start guide
for an overview of this system, and
the navigation system manual for
complete details.
SELECTOR
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AUTO
SCAN SELECT
SCAN BUTTON
BUTTON BUTTON
SEEK SEEK
BUTTONS AM/FM
AM/FM BUTTON BUTTONS
BUTTON
TUNE KNOB
INTERFACE DIAL
INTERFACE DIAL
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SEEK - The SEEK function To scan with the interface dial, push
searches up and down from the SCAN ICON the selector down, and then push it
current frequency to find a station to the right. You will see SCAN
with a strong signal. To activate it, flashing on the screen.
press the - or + SEEK button, then
The system will scan for a station
release it. You can also activate
with a strong signal. When it finds
SEEK by pushing the interface
one, it will stop and play that station
selector to the right or left.
for about 10 seconds. If you do
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nothing, the system will then scan for
the next strong station and play it for
10 seconds. When it plays a station
that you want to listen to, press the
SCAN - The SCAN function scan button again, or push the
samples all stations with strong interface selector to the right again.
signals on the selected band. To
activate it, press the SCAN button,
then release it.
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Preset - Each preset button or You can also press the A.SEL button.
preset icon can store one frequency AUTO SEL ICON You will see AUTO SEL on the
on AM and two frequencies on FM. screen, and the system goes into
scan mode for several seconds. The
To store a preset memory location:
system stores the frequencies of six
1. Select the desired band, AM or AM and twelve FM stations in the
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store preset buttons.
two sets of FM frequencies with
You will see ‘‘0’’ displayed if auto
the preset buttons (on-screen
select cannot find a strong station for
icons).
every preset button.If you do not like
2. Use the tune, seek, or scan the stations auto select has stored,
function to tune the radio to a you can store other frequencies on
desired station. AUTO SELECT - If you are the preset buttons (icons) as
traveling far from home and can no previously described.
3. Press the preset button, and hold it longer receive your preset stations,
until you hear a beep. You can also you can use the auto select feature to To turn off auto select, press ENTER
store frequencies with the find stations in the local area. on the interface selector or press the
interface dial. Select the preset A.SEL button again. This restores
icon you want to store the Push the interface selector down to the presets you originally set.
frequency on, then press ENTER scroll down the screen, highlight
on the interface selector, and hold A.SEL, then press ENTER on the
it for more than 2 seconds. interface selector. You will see AUTO
SEL on the screen, and the system
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a goes into scan mode for several
total of six stations on AM and seconds.
twelve stations on FM.
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Radio stations on the AM band are
transmitter. If you are listening to an
assigned frequencies at least 10 kHz
AM station, you will notice the sound
apart (530, 540, 550). Stations on the
volume becoming weaker, and the
FM band are assigned frequencies at
station drifting in and out. If you are
least 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3). Driving very near the transmitter of a
listening to an FM station, you will
Stations must use these exact see the stereo indicator flickering off station that is broadcasting on a
frequencies. It is fairly common for and on as the signal weakens. frequency close to the frequency of
stations to round-off the frequency in Eventually, the stereo indicator will the station you are listening to can
their advertising, so your radio could go off and the sound will fade also affect your radio's reception. You
display a frequency of 100.9 even completely as you get out of range of may temporarily hear both stations,
though the announcer may identify the station's signal. or hear only the station you are close
the station as ‘‘FM101.’’ to.
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compensation (SVC).
These adjustments can be made by SOUND ICON
the SOUND button or the interface
dial.
To adjust them, press the AUDIO Select the mode you want to adjust
button, push the interface selector by turning the interface dial.
down, and turn the interface knob to
You can also adjust the sound by
SOUND. Then press ENTER on the
pushing the SOUND button
selector.
repeatedly. Each mode is shown in
the audio display as it changes. Turn
the TUNE knob to adjust the setting
to your liking.
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Dolby PL (ProLogic) II - Dolby To set this feature on or off, select Speed-sensitive Volume
PL (ProLogic) II signal processing Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on Compensation (SVC)
creates multi-channel surround the interface selector. Rotate the The SVC mode controls the volume
sound from 2 channel stereo audio interface dial to ON or OFF, and based on vehicle speed. The faster
sources. Dolby ProLogic II can only press ENTER. you go, the louder the audio volume
activate when listening to DISC becomes. As you slow down, the
Manufactured under license from audio volume decreases.
(CD-DA, MP3/WMA), XM radio,
Dolby Laboratories. ‘‘Dolby’’,
and AUX. When ProLogic II is active, The SVC has four modes; SVC OFF,
‘‘ProLogic’’, and the double-D symbol
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‘‘PL II’’ is shown in the audio display. SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC
are trademarks of Dolby
ProLogic ON/OFF settings are Laboratories. HIGH. The default setting is MID. To
independently controlled for DISC, change the SVC mode, select SVC,
XM and AUX sources. then press ENTER on the interface
selector. The current setting is
shown on the screen. Turn the
interface knob to the desired level,
and enter your selection by pressing
ENTER on the interface selector. If
you feel the sound is too loud,
choose low. If you feel the sound is
too quiet, choose high.
XM SCAN
BUTTON BUTTON CATEGORY
SCAN BUTTONS
BUTTON
TUNE TUNE KNOB
POWER/ KNOB POWER/
VOLUME VOLUME
KNOB KNOB DISPLAY/
DISPLAY/
MODE XM MODE
PRESET BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON
BUTTONS
AUDIO
BUTTON
AUDIO
BUTTON
Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio Push the AUDIO button to display
XM® Satellite Radio anywhere in the XM information on the screen. You
United States, and Canada, except can operate the XM Satellite Radio
Hawaii and Alaska. XM® is a system with the interface dial.
registered trademark of XM Satellite
Radio, Inc.
XM Satellite Radio receives signals
from two satellites to produce clear,
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high-quality digital reception. It
offers many channels in several
categories. Along with a large
selection of different types of music,
XM Satellite Radio also allows you to
view channel and category selections To listen to XM satellite radio, turn
in the audio display. the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Push the power/volume knob to turn
on the audio system, and press the
button. The last channel you
listened to will show in the display.
Adjust the volume by turning the
power/volume knob.
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MODE - To switch between the In the category mode, such as Jazz, TUNE - Turn the TUNE knob to
category mode and channel mode, Rock, Classical, etc., you can change channel selections. Turn the
press and hold the DISP/MODE navigate through all of the channels knob right for higher numbered
button until the mode changes. The within that category. In the channel channels and left for lower numbered
CATEGORY or CHANNEL mode is mode, you can select all of the channels. You can also change
displayed on the screen. To switch available channels. channels with the interface selector,
the mode with the interface dial, push down the interface selector to
Each time you press and release the
scroll down, select MODE, and press choose TUNE and press ENTER on
DISP/MODE button, the audio
ENTER on the selector. the selector. Turn the interface knob
display changes in the following
to the same directions. In the
sequence: channel name, channel
category mode, you can only select
number, category, artist name, and
channels within that category.
music title.
On the screen, you will see the
selected CHANNEL (number),
CATEGORY, NAME (artist name),
and TITLE (music title).
CATEGORY (- or +) - Press SCAN - The scan function gives The system plays each channel in
either button to select another you a sampling of all channels while numerical order for a few seconds,
category. You can also change a in the channel mode. In the category then selects the next channel. When
category by pushing the interface mode, only the channels within that you hear a channel you want to
selector left or right. category are scanned. To activate continue listening to, push the
SCAN, press the SCAN button. To interface selector to the right again
scan with the interface dial, scroll or press the SCAN button to cancel.
down, and push the interface selector
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to the right. You will see SCAN on
the screen and audio display.
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currently selected view of the
is no longer southern
broadcasting. horizon.
‘‘UPDATING’’ - The encryption ‘‘ ’’ - The selected channel
code is being number does not exist
updated. Wait or is not part of your
until the subscription, or this
encryption code channel has no artist or
is fully updated. title information at this
Channels 0 and 1 time.
should still work
normally. ‘‘ANTENNA’’- There is a problem
with the XM
antenna. Please
consult your
dealer.
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SATELLITE
GROUND REPEATER
Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: After you've registered with XM Radio,
may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly keep your audio system in the Satellite
Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for Radio mode while you wait for activation.
these conditions: compliance could void the user's This should take about 30 minutes.
authority to operate the equipment. While waiting for activation, make sure
●
Driving on the north side of an your vehicle remains in an open area
Receiving XM Satellite Radio Service
east/west mountain road. If your XM Radio service has expired or with good reception. Once your audio
●
Driving on the north side of a large you purchased your vehicle from a system is activated, ‘‘category’’ or ‘‘CH’’
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commercial truck on an east/west previous owner, you can listen to a will appear in the display, and you'll be
sampling of the broadcasts available on able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts.
road. XM Radio will continue to send an
XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition
● Driving in tunnels. switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON activation signal to your vehicle for at
(II) position, push the power/volume least 12 hours from the activation
●
Driving on a road beside a vertical knob to turn on the audio system, and request. If the service has not been
wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south press the button. A variety of activated after 36 hours, contact XM
of you. music types and styles will play. Radio.
●
Driving on the lower level of a If you decide to purchase XM satellite
multi-tiered road. radio service, contact XM Radio at www.
xmradio.com, or at 1-800-852-9696. In
● Driving on a single lane road Canada, contact XM Canada at www.
alongside dense trees taller than xmradio.ca, or at 1-877-438-9677. You will
50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. need to give them your radio I.D.
number and your credit card number. To
There may be other geographic get your radio I.D. number, turn the
situations that could affect satellite TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the
radio reception. display. Your I.D. will appear in the
display.
AUDIO DISPLAY
REPEAT BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY
RANDOM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS
SEEK BUTTONS
AUDIO
BUTTON
AUDIO BUTTON
Your vehicle's audio system has an The changer can also play MP3 or
in-dash disc changer with the same WMA format (see page 224).
controls used for the radio. To
DVD-A discs not meeting DVD
operate the disc changer, the ignition
verification standards may not be
switch must be in the ACCESSORY
playable.
(I) or the ON (II) position.
The changer cannot play DVD-V
The disc changer can play these disc
format.
formats:
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Some CD-DA and CD-ROM mixed
● CD (CD-DA)
discs are not playable.
● CD-R/RW
Manufactured under license under
●
DVD-A U.S. Patent # 's:5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 &
●
DVD-R/RW
other U.S. and worldwide patents
●
MP3/WMA issued & pending. DTS and DTS
The disc packages or jackets should Digital Surround are registered
have one of these marks. trademarks and the DTS logos and
Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc.
© 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.
You cannot load and play 3-inch
(8-cm) discs in this system.
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To Play a Disc The player can play CD-TEXT, MP3, If the disc does not carry album,
and WMA formats. track, or artist name, pressing the
DISP button changes the display
When you play CD-TEXT, you will
from normal display to ‘‘NO INFO’’.
see the track name, artist name, and
album name on the screen. When To Change Tracks
you play MP3/WMA discs, you will Each time you press and release the
see the track name and folder name SEEK (+) button or push the
on the screen. If the disc was not interface selector to the right, the
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recorded with this information, it will player skips forward to the beginning
not be displayed. of the next track. Press and release
the SEEK (-) button or push the
CURRENT DISC
Each time you press the DISP interface selector to the left to skip
button, the audio display changes backward to the beginning of the
from album name, to track name, to current track. Press the SEEK (-)
Select the changer by pressing the artist name, and then to normal
DISC button. The system will begin button or push the interface selector
display that shows the track number to the left again to skip to the
playing the last selected disc in the and the current time. When playing a
disc changer. You will see the previous track. To move rapidly
disc in MP3/WMA, the display mode within a track, press and hold the
current disc position highlighted. changes from folder name, to file SEEK (-) or SEEK (+) button.
To select a different disc, press the name, to artist tag, to album tag, to
corresponding number on the preset track tag, and then to normal display.
buttons, or turn the interface knob to
highlight the desired disc, then press
ENTER on the interface selector.
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to TRACK on the screen and RPT in will see REPEAT next to DISC on the next to TRACK on the screen and
the audio display. To turn this feature screen and D-RPT in the audio RDM in the audio display. To turn
off, press and hold the RPT button display. To turn this feature off, press this feature off, press and hold the
until you hear a beep, or highlight and hold the RPT button until you RDM button until you hear a beep, or
TRACK REPEAT (if not already hear a beep, or highlight DISC highlight TRACK RANDOM (if not
highlighted), and press ENTER on REPEAT (if not already highlighted), already highlighted), and press
the interface selector again. and press ENTER on the interface ENTER on the interface selector
selector again. again.
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Repeat the procedure to go into a
lower folder. If you highlight a file
If you use the interface selector, you and press ENTER, the system starts
can see the list of all the files and to play your selected file.
folders within a disc. While playing a
MP3/WMA disc, press the AUDIO
button. The currently playing folder
and file information comes on the
screen. Turn the selector knob,
highlight the folder you want to see
the information within, and press
ENTER.
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Removing Discs from the Changer To remove a different disc from the
To remove the disc that is currently changer, first select it by pressing
playing, press the eject button. You the corresponding number on the
will see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the audio preset button or turning the interface
display. When you remove the disc knob, and pressing ENTER on the
from the slot, the system interface selector. When that disc
automatically enters the previous begins playing, press the eject
mode AM, FM1, FM2, or XM button.
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Satellite Radio. The system also
When you press the eject button
begins the load sequence so you can
while listening to the radio, or with
load another disc. If you do not load
the audio system turned off, the disc
another disc, the load sequence is
that was last selected is ejected. After
canceled, and the system continues
that disc is ejected, pressing the eject
playing in the previous mode.
button again will eject the next disc
If you do not remove the disc from in numerical order. By doing this six
the slot, the system will reload the times, you can remove all the discs
disc after 10 seconds. To begin from the changer.
playing the disc, press the disc
You can also eject discs when the
button.
ignition switch is off:
To eject one disc, press and release
the eject button.
To eject all discs, press and hold the
eject button.
The chart on the right explains the Error Message Cause Solution
error messages you may see in the HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to
display while playing a disc. normal.
FORMAT Track/File format not Current track will be skipped. The next supported
If you see an error message in the supported track or file plays automatically.
display while playing a disc, press BAD DISC - Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc(s).
PLEASE CHECK Check the disc for serious damage, signs of
the eject button. After ejecting the OWNER'S Mechanical Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt
disc, check it for damage or MANUAL PUSH (see page 229). Insert the disc again. If the code
deformation. If there is no damage, EJECT does not disappear, or the disc(s) cannot be
BAD DISC - removed, consult your dealer. Do not try to
insert the disc again. PLEASE CHECK force the disc out of the player.
Servo Error
OWNER'S
For the additional information on MANUAL
damaged discs, see page 229.
The audio system will try to play the
disc. If there is still a problem, the
error message will reappear. Press
the eject button, and pull out the
disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new disc
plays, there is a problem with the
first disc. If the error message cycle
repeats and you cannot clear it, take
your vehicle to a dealer.
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to the outside edge.
● Play only standard, round, 5-inch
(12 cm) discs. Smaller or odd- A new disc may be rough on the
shaped discs may jam in the drive inner and outer edges. The small
or cause other problems. plastic pieces causing this roughness Handle a disc by its edges; never
can flake off and fall on the recording touch either surface. Do not place
●
Handle your discs properly to
surface of the disc, causing skipping stabilizer rings or labels on the disc.
prevent damage and skipping.
or other problems. Remove these These, along with contamination
pieces by rubbing the inner and from finger prints, liquids, and felt-tip
outer edges with the side of a pencil pens, can cause the disc to not play
or pen. properly, or possibly jam in the drive.
Do not use discs with adhesive labels.
The label can curl up and cause the Never try to insert foreign objects in
disc to jam in the unit. the disc changer.
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Chipped/ Warped
Cracked Burrs
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3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Fingerprints, scratches, etc.
● CD-R or CD-RW may not play due ● Audio unit may not play the
to the recording conditions. following formats.
●
Scratches and fingerprints on the
discs may cause the sound to skip.
●
This audio unit cannot play a
Can Shape Arrow Shape
Dualdisc® .
The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a disc, the system
up (▲) or down (▼). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next
or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top
MODE the desired volume is reached, then (+) of the CH button. Press the
BUTTON release it. bottom (-) to return to the
beginning of the current track. Press
CH The MODE button changes the
it again to return to the previous
BUTTON mode. Pressing the button
track. You will see the disc and track
repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,
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numbers in the upper display.
DISC (if a disc is loaded), DVD video
(if equipped), XM1, XM2, or AUX. To go to the next disc, press the top
VOL BUTTON
(+) of the button. Press the bottom
If you are listening to the radio, use
(-) to go back to the previous disc.
Three controls for the audio system the CH button to change stations.
When you play an MP3/WMA disc,
are mounted in the steering wheel Each time you press the top (+) of
press the top (+) of the button for 1
hub. These let you control basic the button, the system goes to the
second to go to the next folder. Press
functions without removing your next preset station on the band you
the bottom (-) for 1 second to go
hand from the wheel. are listening to. Press the bottom
back to the previous folder.
(-) to go back to the previous
station.
To search up and down from the
current frequency and find a station
with a strong signal, press the top
(+) or bottom (-) of the button for
1 second.
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If you are listening to XM Satellite If you are playing a DVD video, use
Radio, use the CH button to change the channel button to change
channels. Each time you press the chapters. Each time you press the
top (+) of the button, the system top (+) of the button, the system
goes to the next preset channel. goes to the next chapter. Press the
Press the bottom (-) to go back to bottom (-) to return to the
the previous preset channel. beginning of the current chapter.
To go to the next channel of the Press it again to return to the
category you are listening to, press previous chapter.
the top (+) of the button for 1
second. Press the bottom (-) for 1
second to go back to the previous
channel.
Your vehicle's audio system may If your vehicle's battery is The system will retain your AM and
disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, or the FM presets even if power is
from electrical power for any reason. radio fuse is removed, the audio disconnected.
To make it work again, you must system will disable itself. If this
enter a specific five-digit code with happens, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in
the preset buttons. Because there are the audio display the next time you
hundreds of number combinations turn on the system. Use the preset
possible from the five digits, making buttons to enter the five-digit code.
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the system work without knowing The code is located on the radio code
the exact code is nearly impossible. card included in your owner's
manual kit. When it is entered
You should have received a card that
correctly, the radio will start playing.
lists your audio system code number
and serial number. It is best to store If you make a mistake entering the
this card in a safe place at home. In code, do not start over; complete the
addition, you should write the audio five-digit sequence, then enter the
system's serial number in this correct code. You have 10 tries to
owner's manual. enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in 10 attempts, you
If you lose the card, you must obtain
must then leave the system on for 1
the code number from your dealer.
hour before trying again.
To do this, you will need the audio
system's serial number.
Available on U.S. Entertainment Package To Turn On the System The rear system selects the source it
and Canadian Elite Package models Press the REAR PWR button. The was last set to. If that source has
Your vehicle is equipped with a rear indicator on the REAR PWR button been removed (the DVD has been
entertainment system that includes a will come on, as well as the indicator ejected from the player, for example),
DVD player for the enjoyment of the on the FRONT SOURCE button. The you will see ‘‘DVD EJECT’’ in the
rear passengers. rear seat passengers can then display. You should select another
With this system, the rear operate the rear system from the source or insert a DVD.
passengers can enjoy a different control panel in the ceiling. The rear Rear Speakers
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entertainment source (radio, disc control panel can also be detached When you turn on the system, the rear
changer, DVD player, XM Radio, or and used as a remote control, by speakers are automatically turned off if
optional CD changer/tape player) pushing the RELEASE button, and the rear system selects a different
than the front seat occupants. The pulling the remote toward you. entertainment source than the front
system. You will see the Rear Speakers
audio is broadcast through the Pressing the REAR CTRL OFF Off icon both in the audio display and the
supplied wireless headphones. button disables rear control. The overhead screen. The sound for the rear
The ignition switch must be in the indicator in the button comes on and system is sent to the wireless
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) your passengers can no longer headphones.
position to operate the rear operate the system with the rear If you want to turn the rear speakers on
entertainment system. control panel. When the button is again, press and hold the REAR PWR
pressed, the ‘‘CTRL OFF’’ message button until the Rear Speakers Off icon
appears in the overhead screen to let goes off.
your passengers know that the
NOTE: The rear speakers are connected
control panel is disabled. to the front system, so they will always
play the source that the front system is
set to.
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REAR PWR BUTTON REAR CTRL OFF BUTTON Overhead Screen Unit
To Select Rear Entertainment Operating the DVD Player from REAR CONTROL PANEL
from the Front Control Panel the Front Control Panel
To operate the rear entertainment The DVD player in your rear
system from the front panel, press entertainment system can play DVD
the REAR SOURCE button. You will video discs, audio CDs MP3/WMA
hear two beeps and the indicator in discs and DTS CDs.
the button comes on to show that the
control panel is enabled.
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If you do not operate the rear OPEN BUTTON
entertainment system from the front
panel within 10 seconds, the OVERHEAD SCREEN
indicator goes off and the FRONT
SOURCE indicator comes on Open the overhead screen by
automatically. pushing the OPEN button. The
screen will swing down part-way.
To play the radio, the buttons for the Pivot the screen the rest of the way.
front entertainment system have the If you pivot the screen too far
same functions. forward, past the second detent, the
If discs are loaded in the disc display will turn off. Pivot the screen
changer of the upper part, select the back to the second or first detent to
6 DISC button. If a disc is loaded in turn the display back on. To close the
the lower player, select the DVD screen, pivot it up until it latches.
button.
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EJECT BUTTON
PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON
SEEK/SKIP - Press and hold the EJECT - Press the eject button to Using the Rear Control Panel
+ button to move forward; you will remove the DVD from the drive. To turn on the rear entertainment
see the time elapsed shown in the system from the rear control panel,
To Return to Front Audio Controls
overhead screen advancing rapidly. press the PWR button. Use the AM/
To return front panel control to the
Press and hold the - button to move front audio system. Press the
FM button, XM RADIO button, 6
backward; you will see the time DISC button, DVD button, or AUX
FRONT SOURCE button. You will
elapsed shown in the overhead button to select the entertainment
hear a beep and the indicator in the
screen decreasing. Release the source. The selected source will be
button comes on. The indicator also
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button when the system reaches the shown in the display. Make sure the
comes on automatically, when you do
point you want. rear control operation has not been
not operate the rear entertainment
disabled with the REAR CTRL button
Each time you press the + button system for 10 seconds.
on the front panel. When the audio
and release it, the system skips
system is off or the front side rear
forward to the beginning of the next
power is off, the rear control panel
track or chapter. Press and release
cannot be turned on.
the - button to skip backward to the
beginning of the current track. Press
and release it again to skip to the
beginning of the previous track or
chapter.
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While the overhead screen is closed, To Play a Disc in the 6-Disc To change the disc currently playing,
you can see the XM radio Changer from the Rear Control use the ▲ , ▼ , , or button to
information in the subsidiary display Panel highlight your selected disc icon, and
in the ceiling. Pressing the DISP If discs are loaded in the disc press ENT.
MODE button repeatedly changes changer, select them by pressing the
If CDs are loaded in the CD changer
the subsidiary display from the 6 DISC button.
and the overhead screen is not open,
channel number, to the category
Use the ▲ , ▼ , , or button to pressing the ▲ or ▼ button changes
name, to the music title, to the artist
highlight REPEAT, RANDOM, the discs.
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name, and to the channel name, and
SCAN, , (skip), , or
then back to the channel number.
(cue) on the overhead screen. You
To change mode, press and hold the can enter the highlighted function by
DISP MODE button for 5 seconds. pressing the ENT button. These
functions have the same features as
those of the front audio system.
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When you press the DISP button When you press the MENU SCROLL When you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’, the
while a DVD is playing, the current button while a DVD is playing, the screen changes to the DVD's title
status of title, chapter, elapsed time, DVD Menu appears. The menu menu. This menu also appears when
angle, subtitle, audio, and sound options are TOP MENU, MENU, you press the MENU SCROLL
characteristics, with the personal PLAY MODE, SEARCH, and NUM button while a DVD is not playing.
surround logo are displayed. To INPUT. To go back to play, press the
return to the DVD video screen, RETURN button.
To go to your selected menu, use the
press the DISP button again.
or button to highlight the icon
If you do not press the DISP button, and press the ENT button. To return
the screen returns to the DVD video to the DVD video screen, select
screen after several seconds. EXIT.
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When you select ‘‘MENU’’ with the When you select ‘‘PLAY MODE’’ To change the Audio setting,
or button, the screen changes to with the or button, you can highlight ‘‘Audio’’ from the play
the DVD's title menu. change the DVD's Audio, Subtitle or mode menu with the ▼ or ▲ button
Angle setting. and press the ENT button. A
submenu of the dubbed language
appears. You can select another
language by pressing the or
button. The sound characteristics
(Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio,
dts) recorded with the selected
language is also displayed next to the
language.
The selectable languages vary from ‘‘Subtitle’’ After selecting your desired subtitle,
DVD to DVD, and this feature may press the RETURN button or cursor
not be available on some DVDs. back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go
back to the top of the Play Mode
Press the RETURN button or cursor
menu. Press the RETURN button
back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go
again to exit completely.
back to the top of the Play Mode
menu. Press the RETURN button
again to exit completely.
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To change the DVD's subtitle,
highlight ‘‘Subtitle’’ from the play
mode menu with the ▼ or ▲ button
and press the ENT button. You can
see the available subtitles with the
or button. Press the ENT button
when your desired subtitle is
highlighted.
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To change the view angle, highlight When you highlight ‘‘Search’’ with
‘‘Angle’’ from the play mode menu the or button, the ‘‘Jump to
with the ▼ or ▲ button and press chapter and title number input’’
the ENT button. You can see the message appears. To select
available angle options with the or ‘‘Chapter’’ or ‘‘Title’’ search, press the
button. Press the ENT button ENT button.
when your desired subtitle is
highlighted.
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Select the first digit number using
the ▼ , ▲ , , or button, and
With ‘‘Title’’ highlighted, use the A numerical command can be issued
enter it by pressing the ENT button.
or button to jump to your desired to a DVD by inputting a two digit
If you want to change the number,
title and press the ENT button. number, and a button number can be
select ‘‘DEL,’’ and press the ENT
When ‘‘Chapter’’ is highlighted, selected on the screen.
button, then select and enter the new
follow the same procedure for the
When you highlight, ‘‘NumInput’’ number.
chapter search.
with the or button, the ‘‘Jump to
keypad’’ message appears. Press the
ENT button to go to the NumInput
selection screen.
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Select and enter the second digit SETUP Button Disp Adjust
number the same way. The cursor To adjust the display, highlight ‘‘Disp
will automatically move to the ‘‘ENT’’ Adjust’’ from the setup menu with
icon when you press the ENT button. the ▼ or ▲ button and press the
Press the ENT button to enter the ENT button. You can adjust these
number command. To go back to the display settings:
DVD screen, press the RETURN ●
Brightness
button or select EXIT and press the
ENT button. ●
Contrast
● Black Level
●
Tint
●
Color
When you press the SETUP button
while a DVD is playing, the setup
menu appears. The menu options are
DISP ADUSTMENT, ASPECT
RATIO, and PERSONAL
SURROUND.
To change a setup, use the or
button to highlight your selection
and press the ENT button. To return
to the DVD video screen, select
EXIT.
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Select the quality you want to adjust If you want to set the display to the The display changes as shown above.
by pressing the ▼ or ▲ button. default setting, select ‘‘Reset’’ by
Select ‘‘Yes,’’ and press the ENT
Adjust the setting by pressing the pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, and,
button. You will see the message
or button. When you are finished then pressing the ENT button.
‘‘Default display settings applied’’ on
with your adjustment, cursor back to
the display for 5 seconds.
the top of the setup menu, or press
the RETURN button to exit.
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Personal Surround Select ‘‘Cinema,’’ ‘‘Music,’’ or ‘‘Voice’’ If you select ‘‘Off,’’ the logo
by pressing the or button, and disappears, and there will be no
enter your selection by pressing the special sound effect.
ENT button. The ‘‘PERSONAL
SURROUND’’ logo is displayed in
the upper right corner of the screen.
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To change the Personal Surround
setting, highlight ‘‘PERSONAL
SURROUND’’ from the setup menu
with the ▼ or ▲ button and press
the ENT button. The effect selection
appears.
CONTINUED
When you press the SETUP button When you select ‘‘Language’’ with To select the language used in the
on the rear control panel when a the or button, the menu shown DISC menus, select ‘‘Menu
DVD is not playing, the ‘‘INITIAL above appears. Language’’ by pressing the ▼ or ▲
SETTINGS’’ menu is displayed. button.
To return to the stop or previous
There are two selectable menus: screen, select ‘‘Exit’’ using the or
‘‘Language’’ and ‘‘Others.’’ button, and then press the ENT, or
the SETUP button.
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Select the desired language by If you want another language than If you select ‘‘No,’’ and press the
pressing the or button, and then those listed, you need to enter the ENT button, the display returns to
pressing the ENT button. code number of the desired the initial screen of the ‘‘Language’’
language. Select ‘‘other,’’ and press menu.
The selectable languages are,
the ENT button. The display changes
English, French, Spanish, German,
as shown in the next column.
Italian, Dutch, Chinese, Korean,
Thai, Japanese or others.
CONTINUED
Audio Language
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You can select the subtitle language When you select ‘‘Others’’ at the top
before playing DVDs. of the ‘‘INITIAL SETTINGS’’ screen,
Select ‘‘Subtitle Language’’ by the above menu appears on the
pressing the ▼ or ▲ button. You will screen.
see the submenu next to the
‘‘Subtitle Language.’’
Follow the same instructions you
used to set the menu language.
CONTINUED
Angle Mark
ANGLE MARK
When you select the ‘‘Dynamic Select ‘‘Angle Mark’’ by pressing the
Range’’ by pressing the ▼ or ▲ ▼ or ▲ button. The above submenu
When you switch to another angle
button, you will see the submenu appears. If you want the angle mark
while playing a DVD, the angle mark
next to the ‘‘Dynamic Range’’ as to be displayed, select ‘‘ON’’ with the
is displayed in the upper right corner
shown above. or button.
of the screen.
To turn ‘‘Dynamic Range’’ on or off,
You can set the system to display or
select ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘OFF’’ by pressing
not display this angle mark.
the or button.
Parental Level
You can place an auditory restriction
by changing the parental control
level. The higher the level number,
the lower the restriction.
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Highlight ‘‘Parental Level’’ and press When you select and enter ‘‘Yes,’’ the
the ENT button. You will see the display changes as shown above. To
submenu. If you select ‘‘No’’ and change the level, you need to enter
press the ENT button, the screen your four digit password. Select the
goes back to the ‘‘Others’’ menu. number for the first digit by pressing
the ▼ , ▲ , , or button, and
enter it by pressing the ENT button.
Repeat this until all four digits are
filled. When you enter the fourth
number, the cursor automatically
moves to ‘‘ENT’’ on the display.
Press the ENT button on the control
panel.
CONTINUED
If the system does not recognize the If you enter the password correctly,
password you entered, you will see you can then change the parental
The password was set to ‘‘1111’’
the above display. Repeat the control level.
when the vehicle left the factory.
parental control level steps until you
Once you correctly enter the
enter the correct password.
password, press the or button to
change the level, and then press the
ENT button to enter your selection.
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To change the password, select Select the first digit by pressing the If the system does not recognize the
‘‘Password.’’ You will see the above ▼ , ▲ , , or button, and enter it password you entered, you will see
menu displayed. Select ‘‘Yes’’ by by pressing the ENT button. Repeat the above display. Repeat the
pressing the or button, then this until all four digits are entered. password setting steps until you
press the ENT button. When you enter the fourth number, enter the correct password.
the cursor automatically moves to
If you select ‘‘No,’’ and press the
‘‘ENT’’ on the display. Press the ENT
ENT button, the display returns to
button on the control panel.
the ‘‘Others’’ menu.
CONTINUED
Remote Control
RELEASE BUTTON
If you forget the password, select The display changes as shown above.
‘‘Password,’’ and press the ▲ button If you want to use the default
The rear control panel can be
10 times. password (1111), select ‘‘Yes,’’ and
detached from the ceiling unit and
press the ENT button.
used as a remote control. To remove
The message ‘‘Default password it from the ceiling unit, press the
setting applied’’ is displayed for 5 release button. The control panel will
seconds. swing down partway. Pivot it down
further past the detent until it
detaches from the hinge. To reinstall
it, reverse the procedure.
Replacing the Remote Control An improperly disposed of battery As required by the FCC:
Batteries can hurt the environment. This device complies with Part 15 of the
Always confirm local regulations for FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
COVER following two conditions: (1) This device
battery disposal.
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
If it takes several pushes on the Operation is subject to the following two
button to operate the rear conditions: (1) this device may not cause
entertainment system, have your interference, and (2) this device must
dealer replace the batteries as soon accept any interference that may cause
as possible. undesired operation of the device.
Battery type: BR3032
CONTINUED
Playable DVDs The DVD player can also play discs Protecting DVDs
recorded in MP3/WMA formats and The tips on how to handle and
DTS CDs. protect DVDs are basically the same
as those for compact discs. Refer to
Those packages or jackets should
‘‘Protecting Your CDs’’ on page 229.
also bear the designation of ‘‘1’’ or
‘‘ALL’’. DVD-ROMs cannot be played
in this system.
This product incorporates copyright
protection technology that is
protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection
There are various types of DVDs technology must be authorized by
available. Some of them are not Macrovision, and is intended for
compatible with your system. home and other limited viewing uses
only unless otherwise authorized by
The DVD player in your rear Macrovision.
entertainment system can play DVDs
and CDs bearing the above marks on Reverse engineering or disassembly
their packages or jackets. is prohibited.
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normal.
deformation. If there is no damage, The disc is not playable in this unit. Eject the disc,
insert the disc again. REGION ERR Invalid region code
and insert a disc compatible with this system.
PARENT ERR Invalid parental Reinsert the disc, and increase the parental control
The audio system will try to play the control level level (see page 259).
disc. If there is still a problem, the
error message will reappear. Press
the eject button, and pull out the
disc.
Insert a different disc. If the new disc
plays, there is a problem with the
first disc. If the error message cycle
repeats and you cannot clear it, take
your vehicle to a dealer.
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VOLUME DIAL
The audio for the rear entertainment
system is sent to the wireless
Some state and local government
headphones that come with the
agencies prohibit the use of
system. When using the
headphones by the driver of a motor
headphones, make sure you wear
vehicle. Always obey applicable laws
them correctly: L (left) and R (right)
and regulations.
are marked on the sides of the frame.
Wearing the headphones backwards
may affect audio reception, limiting
the sound quality and range.
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BATTERY
TAB
Remove the battery. Install the new
battery in the earpiece as shown in
Each headphone uses one AAA Auxiliary input jacks and headphone
the diagram next to the battery slot.
battery. The battery is under the connectors for the rear
Slide the cover back into place on the
cover on the left earpiece. To remove entertainment system are on the
earpiece, then press down on the
the cover, insert a coin in the slot and back of the center console
back edge to lock it in place.
twist it slightly to pry the cover away compartment.
from the earpiece. Pull the cover
outward, and pivot it out of the way.
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VOLUME DIALS
Security System
The security system helps to protect The security system will not set if the
your vehicle and valuables from hood, tailgate, or any door is not fully
theft. The horn sounds and a closed. If the system will not set,
combination of headlights, position check that the doors, the tailgate and
lights, side marker lights and the hood are fully closed.
taillights flashes if someone attempts
Do not attempt to alter this system or
to break into your vehicle or remove
add other devices to it.
the audio unit. This alarm continues
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for 2 minutes, then the system
resets. To reset an activated system
before the 2 minutes have elapsed, SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
unlock the driver's door with the key
or the remote transmitter. Once the security system is set,
The security system automatically opening any door, the tailgate, or the
sets 15 seconds after you lock the hood without using the key or the
doors, hood, and the tailgate. For the remote transmitter, will cause it to
system to activate, you must lock the alarm. It also alarms if the radio is
doors and the tailgate from the removed from the dashboard or the
outside with the key, driver's lock wiring is cut.
tab, door lock master switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself.
Cruise Control
Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control 3. Press and release the SET/
a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering
CRUISE BUTTON
without keeping your foot on the wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL
accelerator pedal. It should be used RES/ACCEL indicator on the instrument panel
BUTTON
for cruising on straight, open comes on to show the system is
highways. It is not recommended for now activated.
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Cruise Control
Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising
speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
down hills. If your vehicle speed speed in any of these ways: ● Press and hold the SET/DECEL
increases going down a hill, use the ●
Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. Release the button when
brakes to slow down. This will cancel
button. When you reach the you reach the desired speed.
the cruise control. To resume the set
desired cruising speed, release the
speed, press the RES/ACCEL ●
To slow down in very small
button.
button. The CRUISE CONTROL amounts, tap the SET/DECEL
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indicator on the instrument panel will ●
Push on the accelerator pedal. button. Each time you do this,
come back on. Accelerate to the desired cruising your vehicle will slow down about
speed, then press the SET/ 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
When climbing a steep hill, the
DECEL button.
automatic transmission may ●
Tap the brake pedal lightly with
downshift to hold the set speed. ●
To increase the speed in very your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL
small amounts, tap the RES/ indicator on the instrument panel
ACCEL button. Each time you do will go out. When the vehicle
this, your vehicle will speed up slows to the desired speed, press
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). the SET/DECEL button.
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Cruise Control
Even with cruise control turned on, Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed
you can still use the accelerator pedal When you push the CANCEL button
to speed up for passing. After CRUISE BUTTON or tap the brake pedal, the system
completing the pass, take your foot remembers the previously set speed.
off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle To return to that speed, accelerate to
will return to the set cruising speed. above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press
and release the RES/ACCEL button.
Resting your foot on the brake pedal
The CRUISE CONTROL indicator
causes cruise control to cancel.
comes on. The vehicle accelerates to
the same speed as before.
Pressing the CRUISE button turns
CANCEL BUTTON the system completely off and erases
the previous cruising speed.
You can cancel cruise control in any
of these ways:
●
Tap the brake pedal.
●
Push the CANCEL button on the
steering wheel.
● Push the CRUISE button on the
steering wheel.
Compass
Compass Operation
Canadian MDX model
Compass operation can be affected
by driving near power lines or
stations, across bridges, through Press and
hold SET
tunnels, over railroad crossings, past Press SET
large vehicles, or driving near large Press ▼
objects that can cause a magnetic
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COMPASS DISPLAY
disturbance. It can also be affected
by accessories such as antennas and
roof racks that are mounted by
magnets.
Compass Calibration 1. Press and hold the SET button for 3. Press the ▼ button. ‘‘CAL ? Y’’ will
If you see ‘‘--’’ in the compass five seconds until the clock display be displayed.
display and ‘‘CAL’’ and ‘‘ ’’ are changes to ‘‘ZON ? N.’’ (Clock
4. Press the SET button. The
shown in the calendar display, the adjustment mode will be started
compass display will change to
compass is self-calibrating. after the first two seconds.)
‘‘--’’ and ‘‘CAL’’ and ‘‘ ’’ are
The compass may need to be 2. Press the SET button. ‘‘CAL ? N’’ shown.
manually calibrated after exposure to will be displayed. At this point,
a strong magnetic field. If the 5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two
pressing the SET button will exit
compass seems to be continually complete circles.
calibration mode.
showing the wrong direction and is
not self-calibrating, do the following.
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Compass
6. When the display goes from 4. Find the zone for your area on the
‘‘--’’ to an actual heading, the map.
unit is calibrated and the display
5. If the zone is incorrect, press the
returns to normal.
▼ button to cycle the count down,
NOTE: Do this procedure in an open or the ▲ button to cycle the count
area, away from buildings, power up. Once the correct zone is
lines, and other vehicles. displayed, continue to step 6.
Compass Zone Selection 6. Press the SET button to set the
In most areas, there is a variation zone selection.
between magnetic north and true
north. Zone selection is required so 7. Press and hold the SET button for
the compass can compensate for this about 5 seconds to exit the zone
1. Press and hold the SET button for selection and return display to
variation. To check and select the five seconds until the clock display normal.
zone, do this: changes to ‘‘ZON ? N.’’ (Clock
adjustment mode will be started
after the first two seconds.)
2. Press the ▼ button. ‘‘ZON ? Y’’ will
be displayed.
3. Press the SET button. The zone
the compass is currently in will be
displayed.
Compass
Zone Map
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CONTINUED
The HomeLink® Universal Units manufactured between April 1, Important Safety Precautions
Transceiver built into your vehicle 1982 and January 1, 1993 may be Refer to the safety information that came
can be programmed to operate up to equipped with safety stop and with your garage door opener to test that
three remote controlled devices reverse features. If your unit does not the safety features are functioning
properly. If you do not have this
around your home, such as garage have an external entrapment information, contact the manufacturer of
doors, lighting, or home security protection system, an easy test to the equipment.
systems. confirm the function and Before programming HomeLink to a
performance of the safety stop and garage door or gate opener, make sure
General Safety Information
reverse feature is to lay a 2 ╳ 4 that people and objects are out of the way
Before programming your HomeLink of the device to prevent potential injury
under the closing door. The door
to operate a garage door opener, or damage.
should stop and reverse upon
confirm that the opener has an When programming a garage door
contacting the piece of wood.
external entrapment protection opener, park just outside the garage.
As an additional safety feature,
system, such as an ‘‘electronic eye,’’
garage door openers manufactured Training HomeLink
or other safety and reverse stop
features.
after January 1, 1993 are required to Before you begin - If you just
have external entrapment protection received your vehicle and have not
If your garage door was systems, such as an electronic eye, trained any of the buttons in
manufactured before April 1, 1982, which detect an object obstructing HomeLink before, you should erase
you may not be able to program the door. any previously learned codes before
HomeLink to operate it. These units training the first button.
do not have safety features that cause To do this, press and hold the two
the motor to stop and reverse it if an outside buttons on the HomeLink
obstacle is detected during closing, transceiver for about 20 seconds,
increasing the risk of injury. Do not until the red indicator flashes.
use HomeLink with any garage door Release the buttons, then proceed to
opener that lacks safety stop and step 1.
reverse features.
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on for about 25 for 2 seconds, then
HomeLink button complete seconds (standard remains on for about 23
2 Press and hold the desired HomeLink again. transmitter) seconds (rolling code
button and the button on the remote transmitter)
HomeLink® is a registered trademark As required by the FCC: Your vehicle is equipped with
of Johnson Controls, Inc. This device complies with Part 15 of the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL).
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the HFL uses Bluetooth® technology to
following two conditions: (1) This device link your cell phone to your vehicle.
may not cause harmful interference, and With HFL, you can place and receive
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including calls through your vehicle's audio
interference that may cause undesired system, without the distraction of
operation. handling your cell phone. To use this
feature, you need a Bluetooth-
Changes or modifications not expressly compatible cell phone with the
approved by the party responsible for Hands-Free Profile. For more
compliance could void the user's information, and a list of compatible
authority to operate the equipment.
cell phones, visit www.acura.com/
This device complies with Industry handsfreelink, or call 1-888-528-7876.
Canada Standard RSS-210. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call
Operation is subject to the following two 1-888-9-ACURA-9. The HFL is
conditions: (1) this device may not cause available in English on U.S. models,
interference, and (2) this device must and in both English and French on
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device. Canadian models. To change the
language, see page 304.
Here are the main features of the
HFL. Instructions for using the HFL
begin on page 289.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Voice Control To use the HFL, your phone must On models with navigation system
HFL recognizes simple voice have approved Bluetooth capability Your vehicle's HFL system has the
commands, such as phone numbers along with the Hands Free Profile. cellular phonebook import function.
and names. It uses these commands This type of phone is available This allows you to import your
to automatically dial, receive, and through many phone makers and cellular phonebook to the HFL.
store numbers. For more information cellular carriers. You can also find an Using the navigation system, you can
on voice control, see Using Voice approved phone by visiting make a call directly and store a
Control on page 282. www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by desired number in the HFL from the
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology calling the HandsFreeLink® list shown on the navigation display.
consumer support at 1-888-528-7876. For more information on how to
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark
In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call import the phonebook or to make a
of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
1-888-9-ACURA-9. call, see page 289.
Bluetooth is the wireless technology
that links your phone to the HFL. Incoming/Outgoing Calls On all models
The HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, With a linked phone, HFL allows you You can also store the desired
which means the maximum range to send and receive calls in your number to the HFL directly from
between your phone and vehicle is vehicle without holding the phone. your cell phone using the receive
30 feet (10 meters). contact function in the HFL.
Phonebook
The HFL can store up to 50 names
and phone numbers in its
phonebook. With a linked phone,
you can then automatically dial any
name or number in the phonebook.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink®
®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Multi-Information Display ●
Signal Strengthꭧ - Indicates the How to Use the HFL
network signal strength of the The HFL is operated by the HFL
SIGNAL HFL BATTERY current phone. Five bars equals Talk and Back buttons on the left
STRENGTH MODE LEVEL STATUS
full strength. side of the steering wheel. The next
few pages provide instructions for all
●
ROAM Statusꭧ - Indicates your
basic features of the HFL.
phone is roaming.
NOTE: All phones may not operate
●
Battery Level Statusꭧ - Indicates
identically, and some may cause
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the power currently remaining in
inconsistent operation of the HFL.
your phone's battery. Five bars
equals full battery strength.
ROAM STATUS PHONE DIALING ●
HFL Mode - Indicates when you
are dialing and receiving calls.
When you are operating the HFL, or ●
Phone Dialing - Indicates the
when you manually select HFL on number you entered or the
the multi-information display, you number of the incoming call.
will see this information on the
screen: ꭧ: Some phones do not send this
information to the HFL.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink®
®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
●
To go back one step in a command ●
When you finish a command Setting Up the System
process, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or press sequence, the HFL goes back to The voice of the HFL can be set to
the Back button. its main menu. For example, when male or female (U.S. models only).
If nothing is said while the HFL is you store the name, ‘‘Eric,’’ the Also, the incoming notification can
listening for a command, the HFL HFL response is, ‘‘Eric has been be set to a ring tone, a prompt, or no
will time out and stop its voice stored.’’ The next time you press notification.
recognition. The next time you the Talk button, you will be at the
To set up the system, do this:
press the Talk button, the HFL main menu.
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begins listening from the point at 1. Press and release the Talk button.
which it timed out. After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ The
HFL response is, ‘‘System options
● To end a command sequence at are setup and clear.’’
any time, press and hold the Back
button, or press and release the 2. Press and release the Talk button.
Talk button, wait for the beep, and After the beep, say ‘‘Setup.’’ The
say, ‘‘Cancel.’’ The next time you HFL response is ‘‘Would you like
press the Talk button, the HFL male or female prompts?’’
begins from its main menu.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink®
®
3. Press and release the Talk button. 5. Press and release the Talk button. Setting Your Passcode
After the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or After the beep, say ‘‘Ring tone’’ or The HFL will accept a numeric, four-
‘‘Female,’’ depending on the ‘‘Prompt.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘A digit passcode that you can use for
system voice you want. The HFL ring tone will be used’’ or ‘‘An security purposes.
response is, ‘‘Male (Female) incoming call prompt will be
To set your passcode, do this:
prompts have been selected. used.’’
Would you like an audible If you choose ‘‘Ring tone,’’ you will 1. Follow the system setup procedure
notification of an incoming call?’’ hear a ring tone through the audio as described previously.
speakers to announce an incoming
4. Press and release the Talk button. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
call. If you choose ‘‘Prompt,’’ you
If you say ‘‘Yes’’ after the beep, the After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’
will hear this message to announce
HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like
an incoming call: ‘‘You have an 3. The HFL response is ‘‘What is the
the notification to be a ring tone or
incoming call.’’ four-digit number you would like
prompt?’’ If you say ‘‘No’’ after the to set as your passcode?’’
beep, the HFL returns to its main 6. The HFL response continues ‘‘A
menu. Saying ‘‘No’’ will result in no security option is available to lock 4. Press and release the Talk button.
ring tone or prompt playback the HFL system. Each time the After the beep, say the four-digit
during an incoming call. The audio vehicle is turned on, a passcode passcode you want to use. For
system will still mute, and a would be required to use this example, say ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4.’’ The HFL
message will be displayed. system. Would you like this response is ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this
security option turned on?’’ If you correct?’’
say ‘‘Yes,’’ you can set your
passcode. Refer to the setting
procedure in the next column.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
5. Press and release the Talk button. 1. The HFL will prompt you for your Pairing Your Phone
After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The passcode each time the ignition Your Bluetooth® compatible phone
HFL response is ‘‘Security is on. switch is turned to the ON (II) with HandsFree Profile must be
Each time the vehicle is turned on, position and you press the Talk paired to the HFL before you can
the passcode will be required to button. You will only be asked for make and receive hands-free calls.
use the system. The system setup the passcode once per ignition To confirm that your phone is
is complete. Returning to the main cycle. If the passcode is set, its Bluetooth compatible, visit
menu.’’ response is ‘‘The system is locked. www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or call
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What is the four-digit passcode?’’ 1-888-528-7876. In Canada, visit
6. Press and release the Talk button.
www.acura.ca, or call
If you say ‘‘No.’’ after the beep, the 2. Press and release the Talk button.
1-888-9-ACURA-9. Your phone
HFL response is ‘‘Security will not After the beep, say your four-digit
retailer should also be able to
be used. The system setup is passcode. For example, say ‘‘1, 2,
confirm that your phone is Bluetooth
complete.’’ 3, 4.’’
compatible.
To enter your passcode, do this; 3. If the passcode is correct, the HFL
Once a passcode is set, you can lock response is ‘‘Main menu.’’ If the
the HFL so it only operates after the passcode is not correct, the HFL
passcode is entered. response is ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4 is incorrect.
Please try again.’’ Go back to the
step 2.
If you forget your passcode and you
cannot activate the HFL, consult your
dealer to cancel the passcode.
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NOTE: 1. With your phone on and the 4. Press and release the Talk button.
ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
● HFL does not allow you to pair
ON (II) position, press and release HFL response is ‘‘Searching for a
your phone if the vehicle is
the Talk button. After the beep, Bluetooth phone.’’
moving.
say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ The HFL
NOTE: Steps 5 and 6 show a
●
For pairing, your phone must be in response is ‘‘Phone setup options
common way to get your phone into
its Discovery mode. are status, pair, edit, delete, and
its Discovery mode. If these steps do
Up to six phones can be paired to list.’’
●
not work on your phone, refer to the
the HFL. 2. Press and release the Talk button. phone's operating manual.
● The following procedure works for After the beep, say ‘‘Pair.’’ The 5. Follow the prompts on your phone
HFL response is ‘‘The pairing to get it into its Discovery mode.
most phones. If you cannot pair
process requires operation of your The phone will search for the HFL.
your phone to the HFL with this
procedure, refer to your phone's cell phone. For safety, only When it comes up, select
operating manual, visit perform this function while the HandsFreeLink from the list of
www.acura.com/handsfreelink, call
vehicle is stopped. State a four- options displayed on your phone.
the Hands Free Link® consumer digit code for pairing. Note this
code. It will be requested by the 6. When asked by the phone, enter
support at (888) 528-7876, or call
phone.’’ the four-digit code from step 3 into
your phone retailer. In Canada,
your phone. The HFL response is
visit www.acura.ca or call (888) 9- 3. Press and release the Talk button. ‘‘A new phone has been found.
ACURA-9. After the beep, say the four-digit What would you like to name this
●
During the pairing process, turn code you want to use. For phone?’’
off any previously paired phones example, say ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4.’’ The HFL
before pairing a new phone. response is, ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this
correct?’’
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
7. Press and release the Talk button. To rename a paired phone, do this: To delete a paired phone, do this:
After the beep, say the name you 1. Press and release the Talk button. 1. Press and release the Talk button.
want to use. For example, say After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’
‘‘Eric's phone.’’ The HFL response
The HFL response is ‘‘Phone setup The HFL response is ‘‘Phone setup
is ‘‘Eric's phone has been options are status, pair, edit, options are status, pair, edit,
successfully paired. Returning to delete, and list.’’ delete, and list.’’
the main menu.’’
2. Press and release the Talk button. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
8. If you want to pair another phone,
Features
After the beep, say ‘‘Edit.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ The
repeat steps 1 through 7. HFL response is ‘‘Which phone HFL response is, ‘‘Which phone
Once the pairing process is would you like to edit?’’ would you like to delete?’’
completed, AcuraLink may display a
3. Press and release the Talk button. 3. Press and release the Talk button.
connection confirmation screen. This After the beep, say the name of the After the beep, say the name of the
screen is used to create a data phone you want to rename. For phone you want to delete. For
connection between your cell phone example, say ‘‘Eric's phone.’’ The example say ‘‘Eric's phone.’’ The
and the AcuraLink system. You can HFL response is ‘‘What is the new HFL response is ‘‘Would you like
choose to set up the data connection name for Eric's phone?’’ to delete Eric's phone?’’
now, or do it later. If you want to do it
now, exit the HFL menu by pressing 4. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button.
the HFL Back button one or more After the beep, say the new name After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
times. of the phone. For example, say HFL response is ‘‘Preparing to
‘‘Lisa's phone.’’ The HFL response delete Eric's phone.’’ Say ‘‘OK’’ to
is, ‘‘The name has been changed. continue. Otherwise, say ‘‘Go
Returning to the main menu.’’ back,’’ or ‘‘Cancel.’’
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5. Press and release the Talk button. To find out the status of the phone being To change from the currently linked
If you say ‘‘OK’’ after the beep, the used, do this: phone to another paired phone, do this:
HFL response is ‘‘The phone has 1. Press and release the Talk button. 1. Press and release the Talk button.
been deleted. Returning to the After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ After the beep, say ‘‘Next phone.’’
main menu.’’ If you say ‘‘Go back,’’ The HFL response is, ‘‘Phone The HFL response is ‘‘Searching
or ‘‘Cancel,’’ the phone will not be setup options are status, pair, edit, for the next phone.’’ The HFL then
deleted. delete, and list.’’ disconnects the linked phone and
To list all paired phones, do this: searches for another paired phone.
2. Press and release the Talk button.
If no other phones are found, the
1. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Status.’’ An
first phone remains linked.
After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’ example of the HFL response is,
The HFL response is ‘‘Phone setup ‘‘Eric's phone is linked. Battery
options are status, pair, edit, strength is three bars. Signal
delete, and list.’’ strength is five bars, and the
phone is roaming. Returning to the
2. Press and release the Talk button. main menu.’’
After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The
HFL responds by listing the name
of each paired phone. When all
phones paired to the system have
been read, the HFL response is
‘‘The entire list has been read.
Returning to the main menu.’’
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Making a Call 2. Press and release the Talk button. To make a call using a name in the HFL
You can make calls using any phone After the beep, say the number phonebook, do this:
number, or by using a name in the you want to call. For example, say 1. With your phone on and the
HFL phonebook. You can also redial ‘‘123 456 7891.’’ The HFL response ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or
the last number called. During a call, is ‘‘123 456 7891. Say call, dial, or ON (II) position, press and release
the HFL allows you to talk up to 30 continue to add numbers.’’ the Talk button. After the beep,
minutes after you remove the key say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL
On models with navigation system
from the ignition switch. Continuing response is, ‘‘What name or
You can also make a call directly
Features
a call without running the engine number would you like to call/
from the list shown on the
may discharge and weaken the dial?’’
navigation display.
vehicle's battery.
3. Press and release the Talk button. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
To make a call using a phone number,
do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ After the beep, say the name you
The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or want to call. For example, say
1. With your phone on and the ‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, you ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is
ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or will hear the person you called ‘‘Would you like to call Eric?’’
ON (II) position, press and release through the audio speakers. To 3. Press and release the Talk button.
the Talk button. After the beep, change the volume, use the audio After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL system volume knob, or the HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or
response is, ‘‘What name or steering wheel volume controls. ‘‘Dialing.’’ Once connected, you
number would you like to call/
4. To end the call, press the Back will hear the person you called
dial?’’
button. through the audio speakers. To
change the volume, use the audio
system volume knob, or the
steering wheel volume controls.
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4. To end the call, press the Back Sending Numbers or Names 3. Press and release the Talk button.
button. During a Call After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The
The HFL allows you to send dial tones will be sent, and the call
To redial the last number called by
numbers or names during a call. This will continue.
the phone, press and release the Talk
is useful when you call a menu-
button. After the beep, say ‘‘Redial.’’ To send a name during a call, do this:
driven phone system. You can also
The HFL response is, ‘‘Redialing.’’
program account numbers into the 1. Press and release the Talk button.
Once connected, you will hear the
HFL phonebook for easy retrieval After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The
person you called through the audio
during menu-driven calls. HFL response is, ‘‘What name or
speakers. To change the volume, use
number would you like to send?’’
the audio system volume knob, or To send a number during a call, do this:
the steering wheel volume controls. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
1. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say the name you
After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The
want to send. For example, say
HFL response is, ‘‘What name or
‘‘Account number.’’ The HFL
number would you like to send?’’
response is ‘‘Would you like to
2. Press and release the Talk button. send account number?’’
After the beep, say the number
3. Press and release the Talk button.
you want to send. For example, say
After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The
‘‘1, 2, 3.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘1,
dial tones will be sent, and the call
2, 3. Say send, or continue to add
will continue.
numbers.’’
NOTE: To send a pound (#), say
‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say
‘‘star.’’
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Features
press the Back button. audio switches from the HFL to the HFL response is, ‘‘Mute is active.’’
If your phone has Call Waiting, and phone. To unmute your voice, do this:
you receive a call when you are on To transfer a call from your phone to the 2. Press and release the Talk button.
the phone, press and release the Talk HFL, do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’ The
button to answer it. When you do HFL response is, ‘‘Mute is
this, the original call is placed on Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Transfer.’’ The canceled.’’
hold. To return to the original call,
press the Talk button again. If you audio switches from your phone to
don't want to answer the new call, the HFL.
disregard it, and continue with your
original call. If you want to hang up
the original call and answer the new
call, press the Back button.
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Setting up the Phonebook 3. Press and release the Talk button. To edit the number of a name, do this:
The HFL phonebook can store up to After the beep, say the name you
1. Press and release the Talk button.
50 names with their associated would like to store. For example,
After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’
numbers. These can be any types of say ‘‘Eric’’ or say ‘‘account
The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook
numbers. For example, you can store number.’’ The HFL response is
options are store, edit, delete,
a phone number and use it to make a ‘‘What is the number for Eric,’’ or
receive contact, and list.’’
call, or you can store an account ‘‘What is the number for account
number and use it during a call to a number?’’ 2. Press and release the Talk button.
menu-driven phone system. After the beep, say ‘‘Edit.’’ The
4. Press and release the Talk button.
HFL response is, ‘‘What name
To add a name, do this: After the beep, say the number.
would you like to edit?’’
For example, say ‘‘123 456 7891.’’
1. Press and release the Talk button.
The HFL response is ‘‘123 456 3. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’
7891.’’ Say ‘‘Enter.’’ or continue to After the beep, say the name you
The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook
add numbers. would like to edit. For example,
options are store, edit, delete,
say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is
receive contact, and list.’’ 5. Press and release the Talk button.
‘‘What is the new number for
After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The
2. Press and release the Talk button. Eric?’’
HFL response is ‘‘Eric (or account
After the beep, say ‘‘Store.’’ The
number) has been stored. 4. Press and release the Talk button.
HFL response is, ‘‘What name
Returning to the main menu.’’ After the beep, say the new
would you like to store?’’
number for Eric. For example, say
‘‘987 654 3219.’’ The HFL response
is, ‘‘987 654 3219.’’ Say ‘‘Enter.’’ or
continue to add numbers.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
5. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button. To call a name from the phonebook list,
After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The do this:
HFL response is ‘‘The number has HFL response is, ‘‘The name has 1. Press and release the Talk button.
been changed. Returning to the been deleted. Returning to the After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’
main menu.’’ main menu.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook
To delete a name, do this: To list all names in the phonebook, do options are store, edit, delete,
this: receive contact, and list.’’
1. Press and release the Talk button.
Features
After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ 1. Press and release the Talk button. 2. Press and release the Talk button.
The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebook After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The
options are store, edit, delete, The HFL response is, ‘‘The HFL responds by listing the names
receive contact, and list.’’ Phonebook options are store, edit, in the phonebook. When it says
delete, receive contact, and list.’’ the name you want to call, for
2. Press and release the Talk button. example, Eric, press the Talk
After the beep, say ‘‘Delete.’’ The 2. Press and release the Talk button.
button, and then say ‘‘Call.’’ The
HFL response is, ‘‘What name After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The
HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like
would you like to delete?’’ HFL responds by listing the names
to call Eric?’’
in the phonebook. When the end
3. Press and release the Talk button. of the list is reached, the HFL 3. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say the name you response is, ‘‘The entire list has After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The
would like to delete. For example, been read. Returning to the main HFL response is ‘‘Calling.’’ Once
say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is menu.’’ connected, you will hear the
‘‘Would you like to delete Eric?’’ person you called through the
audio speakers. To change the
volume, use the audio system
volume knob, or the steering
wheel volume controls.
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Storing a Phone Number Directly 2. Press and release the Talk button. 5. Press and release the Talk button.
from Your Phone After the beep, say ‘‘Receive After the beep, say either ‘‘Yes’’ or
You can store the desired number to contact.’’ The HFL response is, ‘‘No.’’ If you say ‘‘Yes,’’ the HFL
the HFL phonebook directly from ‘‘The receive process requires response is, ‘‘Neil at work has
your cellular phone. operation of your cell phone. For been stored. Would you like HFL
safety, only perform this function to receive another contact?’’ Go to
NOTE: Your phone may not have
while the vehicle is stopped. HFL step 6.
this capability. Visit www.acura.com/
is now waiting to receive a contact
handsfreelink or call the Hands Free If you say ‘‘No,’’ the HFL response
from a Bluetooth device.’’
Link® consumer support at is ‘‘Returning to the main menu.’’
(888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit 3. Select a desired number from the
www.acura.ca or call list on your phone, and transmit/
(888) 9-ACURA-9. You can see your send (individual steps will vary for
phone's owner's manual for each type of phone, refer to your
information. phone's owner's manual) via
Bluetooth. The HFL response is
To store a phone number from your
phone: ‘‘One phone number has been
received for this contact. What
1. With your phone on and the name would you like to store for
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY the mobile number? To discard
(I) or ON (II) position, press and this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’
release the Talk button. After the
beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’ The HFL 4. Press and release the Talk button.
response is, ‘‘Phonebook options After the beep, say the name you
are store, edit, delete, receive would like to store. For example,
contact and list.’’ say ‘‘Neil at work.’’ The HFL
response is, ‘‘Neil at work will be
stored. Is this correct?’’
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
6. If you want to continue to store any 8. Press and release the Talk button. Cellular Phonebook Options
other numbers, press and release After the beep, say the name you On models with navigation system
the Talk button. After the beep, would like to store. For example, The cellular phonebook option allows
say ‘‘Yes.’’ The HFL response is, say ‘‘Susan at work.’’ The HFL you to store up to 1,000 names and
‘‘HFL is now waiting to receive a response is, ‘‘Susan at work will be 10,000 phone numbers in the
contact from a Bluetooth device.’’ stored. Is this correct?’’ phonebook of Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink® from your cellular
7. Select a desired number from the 9. Press and release the Talk button.
phonebook. The maximum names
list on your phone, and transmit/ After the beep, say either ‘‘Yes’’ or
Features
and numbers to be stored varies on
send (individual steps will vary for ‘‘No.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘Susan
the data size. With the HFL, you can
each type of phone, refer to your at work has been stored. Would
then automatically dial any name or
phone's owner's manual) via you like HFL to receive another
number in the phonebook.
Bluetooth. The HFL response is contact?’’
‘‘One phone number has been NOTE: Your phone may not have
10. If you do not want to continue to
received for this contact. What this capability. Visit www.acura.com/
store any other numbers, press
name would you like to store for handsfreelink or call the Hands Free
and release the Talk button. After
the cell phone number? To discard Link® consumer support at
the beep, say ‘‘No.’’ The HFL
this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’ (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit
response is ‘‘Returning to the main
www.acura.ca or call
menu.’’
(888) 9-ACURA-9. You can see your
phone's owner's manual for
information.
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PIN Number: This option allows you Search Imported Phonebook: This
to add, change, or remove a PIN option allows you to search the
number for any phonebook that has phone numbers stored in the HFL.
been imported. When you enter keyword for a
person's name, such as the first
Import Cellular Phonebook: This
name or last name, the system will
option allows you to store the
find the number you want and let you
phonebook of your cellular phone in
make calls.
the HFL. When you link your phone
to the HFL and select this option, the Delete Imported Phonebook: This
system will start importing and option allows you to delete the stored
loading the phonebook. phonebook from the HFL. When you
link your phone to the HFL and
To use the cellular phonebook with select this option, the system will
the HFL, say or select ‘‘Cellular automatically delete the phonebook
Phonebook’’ from the Information of the linked phone from the HFL
screen. The navigation display will (see page 295).
change as shown above.
If any phonebook is not stored and
your phone is not linked to the HFL,
Cellular Phonebook is grayed out.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Features
the Interface Dial to select ‘‘OK.’’ HFL, see page 285.
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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Pager
Features
Fax
After selecting a person, the system
will display a list of the person's
phone numbers. Say or select ‘‘STORE IN
Car
Select the desired number from the HandsFreeLink’’ from the ‘‘Select a
list to make a call. number to call’’ screen. The screen
shown above will appear.
Voice Select the desired number from the
list to store it in the HFL.
Other
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Enter the PIN number to access the Say or select ‘‘Yes’’, and the message
phonebook. You cannot access a PIN ‘‘The imported phonebook has been
You can delete the stored phonebook
protected phonebook if you do not deleted.’’ will appear. Select ‘‘OK’’ to
from the HFL.
use the correct PIN number. complete the deletion.
Link your phone to the HFL and
select ‘‘Delete Imported Phonebook’’ After you enter the correct PIN
from the ‘‘Select an option’’ screen. number, or if the phonebook you
The display will change as shown select is not PIN protected, the
above. following screen appears.
Select a phonebook from the
displayed list. If the phonebook you
select has a PIN icon, you will need
the 4-digit PIN number to access the
phonebook. The following screen
will appear.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Features
2. Enter the 4-digit PIN number. You
will be asked to re-enter the PIN to
1. Select the phonebook you wish to
You can add, change or remove a verify.
add the PIN number to. The
PIN number from any phonebook. phonebook you select cannot
Select ‘‘PIN Number’’ from the already have a PIN icon. The
‘‘Select an Option’’ screen. The display will change as shown
display will change as shown above. above.
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2. Enter your current PIN number. 3. Enter your new 4-digit PIN
number. You will be asked to re-
1. Select the phonebook that you
enter the PIN to verify.
wish to change the PIN number
for. The display will change as
shown above.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Clearing the System 3. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button.
This operation clears the HFL of After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘OK’’ to
your passcode, your paired phones, HFL response is ‘‘Preparing to proceed, or say ‘‘Go back’’ or
all names in the HFL phonebook, clear all paired phones, all ‘‘Cancel.’’
and all imported phonebooks. phonebook entries, the passcode,
5. If you said ‘‘OK,’’ the HFL
Clearing is recommended before you and restore the defaults in the
response is, ‘‘Please wait while the
sell your vehicle. system setup. Say OK to proceed,
system is cleared.’’ This may take
otherwise say go back or cancel.’’
To clear the system, do this: up to 2 minutes to complete, then
Features
the HFL response is, ‘‘The system
1. Press and release the Talk button.
has been cleared. Returning to the
After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ The
main menu.’’
HFL response is, ‘‘System options
are setup and clear.’’
2. Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ The
HFL response is, ‘‘This process
will clear all paired phones, clear
all entries in the phonebook, clear
the passcode, and restore the
defaults in the system setup. Is
this what you would like to do?’’
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Changing Language 3. Press and release the Talk button. 4. The HFL response is, for example,
Canadian models only After the beep, say ‘‘Oui’’ or ‘‘Yes.’’ ‘‘Quel est le nom Français pour
To change from English to French, do If there are no paired phones <Paul's phone>?’’ Press and
this: without French name tags, the release the Talk button. After the
1. Press and release the Talk button. HFL response is ‘‘Venillez attendre beep, say ‘‘Téléphone de Paul.’’
After the beep, say ‘‘Change que le systeme change de langue. The HFL response is, ‘‘Quel est le
language.’’ The HFL response is Please wait while the language is nom Français pour
‘‘English or French?’’ changed.’’ ‘‘La langue a ete <Pat's phone>?’’ Press and
changee. Retour au menu release the Talk button. Say
2. Press and release the Talk button. principal.’’ ‘‘Téléphone de Pat.’’ After all
After the beep, say ‘‘French.’’ The paired phones missing a French
HFL response is ‘‘Vous avez NOTE: If there are paired phones
name tag are re-recorded, the HFL
selectionne Français. Les noms without French name tags, the
will prompt, ‘‘Retour au menu
enregistres en mode Anglais ne following prompts will continue.
principal.’’
seront pas accessible en mode If there are paired phones without
Français. Voulez-vous continuer? French name tags, the HFL response
You have selected French. Name is ‘‘Pour que le système identifie les
tags that were stored while in téléphones qui ont été jumelés dans
English mode will not be une autre langue, les noms des
accessible in French mode. Would téléphones doivent être ré-
you like to continue? ’’ enregistrés.’’
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
To change from French to English, do 3. Press and release the Talk button. 4. The HFL says, for example, ‘‘What
this: After the beep, say ‘‘Yes’’ or ‘‘Oui.’’ is the English name for
1. Press and release the Talk button. If there are no paired phones <Téléphone de Paul>?’’ Press
After the beep, say ‘‘Changer without English name tags, the and release the Talk button. After
Langue.’’ The HFL response is, HFL response is ‘‘Please wait while the beep, say ‘‘Paul's phone. ’’ The
‘‘Anglais ou Français?’’ the language is changed. Venillez HFL response is ‘‘What is the
attendre que le systeme change de English name for <Téléphone de
2. Press and release the Talk button. langue.’’ ‘‘The language has been Pat>?’’ Press and release the Talk
Features
After the beep, say ‘‘Anglais.’’ The changed. Returning to the main button. After the beep, say ‘‘Pat's
HFL response is, ‘‘You have menu.’’ phone.’’ After all paired phones
selected English. Name tags that missing an English name tag are
were stored while in French mode NOTE: If there are paired phones
re-recorded, the HFL will say
without English name tags, the
will not be accessible in English ‘‘Returning to the main menu.’’
mode. Would you like to continue? following prompts will continue.
Vous avez selectionne Anglais. Les HFL Limitations
If there are paired phones without
noms enregistres en mode In addition, you cannot use the HFL
English name tags, the HFL
while using AcuraLink.
Français ne seront pas accessible response is ‘‘The language has been
en mode Anglais. Voulez-vous changed. For the system to identify
contnuez?’’ phones that were paired while in
another language, the phone names
need to be re-recorded.’’
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U.S. Technology and Sport Packages Interface Dial The selector can be pushed left,
AcuraLink enhances your ownership Most AcuraLink functions are right, up, down, and in. Use the
experience by providing a direct controlled by the interface dial. The selector to scroll through lists, to
communication link between your interface dial has two parts, a knob select menus, and to highlight menu
vehicle and the Acura Server. and a selector. items. When you make a selection,
Working through the XM radio push the center of the selector
satellite, AcuraLink works in KNOB ENTER (ENTER) to go to that selection.
conjunction with the navigation
Features
system, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
(HFL), and audio system in your
vehicle. It displays and receives
several kinds of messages, including:
●
Operating tips and information on
your vehicle's features.
●
Important recall and safety
information. SELECTOR
● Maintenance information to keep The knob turns left and right. Use it
your vehicle in top condition. to make selections or adjustments to
●
Diagnostic information to provide a list or menu on the screen.
information about any problems
with your vehicle.
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Features
need immediate attention (see page
314).
After purchasing your vehicle,
Select ‘‘Messages’’, then select a messages may not appear
message category by pressing immediately.
Your dealer has to register the When you open a message, you can
ENTER. Select the message you
vehicle identification before you can read a summary of it, and then
want to read and press ENTER.
receive messages. This can take choose one of several options. If an
several days to process. option is not available for a message,
that button will not be highlighted.
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Delete - Select this button to delete Find Nearest Acura Dealer - Diagnostic Info - Select this
the current message. Select this button to find the nearest button to get more information about
Acura dealer using the navigation the current diagnostic message. To
Voice - Select this button to hear a
system. use this option, your cellphone must
voice read the entire message. This
be paired with the HFL. In addition,
gives you more information than the Call Your Acura Dealer - Select
the paired phone must have a
screen can display at one time. When this button to call the Acura dealer
compatible data service and be set up
you select the Voice button, it you purchased your vehicle from.
with the AcuraLink system to make a
changes to a Stop Reading button. AcuraLink also directs you to this
data connection. Access the
Select the button again to stop the dealer so you can schedule a
handsfreelink.com website to find
voice. maintenance appointment or receive
out which data services are currently
information about a message. If your
Call - Select this button to call a compatible with AcuraLink.
assigned servicing dealer changes,
phone number embedded in the
AcuraLink will reset to call that Message Preferences
message. When you select Call, the
dealer. To set your AcuraLink preferences
Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®(HFL)
(the types of messages you want to
dials the number for you. receive, if any), visit the My Acura
To make a call, your website at www.owners.acura.com, and
Bluetooth®compatible phone must be choose what you would like to
paired to the vehicle's receive. If you do not have internet
HandsFreeLink system, powered on, access, call Acura Client Services at
and located within the vehicle (see (800) 382-2238; they can set your
page 278). message preferences for you.
Features
●
Scroll to the Messages option, the setup screen. ●
Scroll to the category with the
then select it by pressing ENTER messages you want to delete, and
● Select MORE by pushing the
on the interface selector. select the category by pressing
interface selector to the right.
ENTER on the interface selector.
●
Select the message category that
contains the message you want to
delete.
●
Use the interface knob to scroll up
or down to the message title you
want to delete, and select it by
pressing ENTER on the interface
selector.
●
Scroll to Delete with the interface
knob, and select it by pressing
ENTER on the interface selector.
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Features
These messages provide detailed If your vehicle is affected by a recall
information about the service needed or other important safety
for your vehicle. When a information, a letter will be mailed to
maintenance message appears on the you about the issue and how to fix it.
multi-information display, a list of If you don't get your vehicle fixed,
needed maintenance items is you will also receive a reminder
provided through an AcuraLink message through AcuraLink. You
message. These messages tell you can then use the message options to
the exact maintenance needed, call your dealer for an appointment
helping you to avoid unnecessary or to find the nearest dealer.
maintenance costs.
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Features
the time elapsed since the previous
time you retrieved the information
from the Acura server.
You can then use the message
options to call your dealer for an
When you make an appointment
appointment or to find the nearest
through the My Acura Online
dealer.
Scheduling Service, you can be
reminded in advance about that
appointment through AcuraLink. If
you need to reschedule, you can call
your dealer directly with the HFL.
The timing of your reminder is based
on your reminder preference
established on Owner Link.
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Features
NOTE: For the Phone Data
Connection button to be active, you
need a Bluetooth® compatible and
enabled cell phone paired to the
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL).
To complete the data connection
setup, the paired phone must have a
compatible data service.
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Features
Whenever you shift to reverse (R)
with the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the rearview is shown
on the navigation system screen.
For the best picture, always keep the
rearview camera clean, and do not
cover the camera lens. To avoid
scratching the lens when you clean
it, use a moist, soft cloth.
Main Menu
Before Driving
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5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on until Tighten Fuel Cap Message If the system still detects a leak in
it clicks at least once. If you do not the vehicle's evaporative emissions
properly tighten the cap, you will system, the malfunction indicator
see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill
message on the multi-information cap was not already tightened, turn
display (see right column on this the engine off, and check or
page), and the malfunction retighten the fuel fill cap until it
indicator lamp may also come on clicks at least once. The MIL should
(see page 437). go off after several days of normal
driving once the cap is tightened or
6. Push the fuel fill door closed until
replaced. If the MIL does not go off,
it latches.
have your vehicle inspected by a
dealer. For more information, see
Your vehicle's on board diagnostic system page 437.
will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as
an evaporative system leak. The first time a
leak is detected a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’
message appears on the multi-information
display. Turn the engine off, and confirm
the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it,
then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
The message should go off after several
days of normal driving once you tighten or
replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another
message, press the INFO button. The
‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message will
appear each time you restart the engine
until the system turns the message off.
Opening and Closing the Hood 3. Lift the hood up most of the way.
The hydraulic supports will lift it
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE up the rest of the way and hold it
up.
To close the hood, lower the hood to
about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then press down firmly with
your hands. Make sure it is securely
latched.
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
MIN
MAX
4. Remove the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
Wait a few minutes after turning the Look at the coolant level in the
between the upper and lower
engine off before you check the oil. radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
marks.
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). If it is near or below the lower mark, it is below the MIN line, see Adding
2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean see Adding Engine Oil on page 393. Engine Coolant on page 396 for
cloth or paper towel. information on adding the proper
coolant.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way back
into its hole. Refer to Owner's Maintenance
Checks on page 389 for information
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
●
Minimize the use of the air Checking Your Fuel Economy
conditioning system - The A/C
puts an extra load on the engine
which makes it use more fuel. Use
the fresh-air ventilation when
possible. Gallons of Miles per
Miles driven
●
Plan and combine trips - fuel Gallon
Combine several short trips into
one. A warmed-up engine is more
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Carrying Cargo
CARGO AREA
Carrying Cargo
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Carrying Cargo
Example 2
Max Load (1,158 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight
(150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) (558 lbs)
Example 3
Max Load (1,158 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight
(150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) (408 lbs)
Carrying Cargo
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Carrying Cargo
Main Menu
Driving
Driving
(TPMS), and facts you need if you (TPMS) ................................... 351
are planning to tow a trailer or drive Braking System .......................... 356
off-high way. Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ............... 357
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®),
aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System ..................... 359
Active Damper System ................ 361
Towing a Trailer.......................... 363
Trailer Stability Assist ................. 376
Off-Highway Driving
Guidelines............................... 378
Driving Guidelines ●
Do not modify your vehicle in any Preparing to Drive
Your vehicle has higher ground way that would raise the center of You should do the following checks
clearance that allows you to travel gravity. and adjustments before you drive
over bumps, obstacles, and rough your vehicle.
●
Do not carry heavy cargo on the
terrain. It also provides good 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
roof.
visibility so you can anticipate
and outside lights are clean and
problems earlier. See page 378 for off-highway driving
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
guidelines.
Because your vehicle rides higher off or ice.
the ground, it has a high center of 2. Check that the hood is fully
gravity that can cause it to roll over if
closed.
you make abrupt turns. Utility
vehicles have a significantly higher 3. Visually check the tires. If a tire
roll over rate than other types of looks low, use a gauge to check its
vehicles. pressure.
To prevent rollovers or loss of 4. Check that any items you may be
control: carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely.
● Take corners at slower speeds
than you would with a passenger 5. Check the seat adjustment (see
vehicle. page 140).
●
Avoid sharp turns and abrupt
maneuvers whenever possible.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside Starting the Engine If you hold the ignition switch in
and outside mirrors (see page Your vehicle's starting system has an the START (III) position for more
154). auto control mode. When you turn than 7 seconds, the starter motor,
the ignition switch to the START (III) depending on the outside
7. Check the steering wheel
position, this feature keeps the temperature, runs for about 10 to
adjustment (see page 124).
engine's starter motor running until 25 seconds until the engine starts.
8. Make sure the doors and tailgate the engine starts. Follow these
If the engine does not start, wait at
are securely closed and locked. instructions to start the engine:
least 10 seconds before trying
9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that 1. Apply the parking brake. again.
your passengers have fastened
2. In cold weather, turn off all
their seat belts (see page 15).
electrical accessories to reduce the
Driving
10. When you start the engine, check drain on the battery.
the gauges and indicators in the The immobilizer system protects your
3. Make sure the shift lever is in vehicle from theft. If an improperly-
instrument panel, and the
Park. Press on the brake pedal. coded key (or other device) is used, the
messages on the multi-information
display (see pages 63, 72 and 81). 4. Without touching the accelerator engine's fuel system is disabled. For
pedal, turn the ignition switch to more information, see page 128.
the START (III) position, then
release the ignition switch. You do
not need to hold the ignition
switch in the START (III) position
to start the engine. Depending on
the outside temperature, the
starter motor runs for about 6 to 9
seconds until the engine starts.
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5. If the engine does not start within Check Starting System Message If this message is on, the ignition
15 seconds, or starts but stalls switch has to be held in the START
right away, repeat step 4 with the (III) position manually until the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway engine starts. The ignition switch can
down. If the engine starts, release be held in that position up to 15
pressure on the accelerator pedal seconds.
so the engine does not race.
Even though you may be able to start
6. If the engine fails to start, press the engine manually without the auto
the accelerator pedal all the way control mode of the starting system,
down, and hold it there while have your dealer inspect your
starting to clear flooding. If the vehicle.
engine still does not start, return to
step 5.
If there is a problem with the starting
system, you will see a ‘‘CHECK
STARTING SYSTEM’’ message on
The engine is harder to start in cold the multi-information display when
weather. Also, the thinner air found at the ignition switch is turned to the
altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 ON (II) position. You will also see
meters) adds to this problem. this message when the auto control
mode of the starting system has a
problem.
Automatic Transmission
Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few Shifting
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. If it
flashes while driving (in any shift
position), it indicates a possible
problem in the transmission.
If the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem with the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and
Driving
have the transmission checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
These indicators on the instrument When the ‘‘D’’ indicator warns of a To shift from Park to any position,
panel show which position the shift possible problem with the press firmly on the brake pedal, and
lever is in. In the Sequential transmission, you will see a ‘‘CHECK press the release button on the front
SportShift Mode, the ‘‘M’’ indicator TRANSMISSION’’ message on the of the shift lever, then move the
next to the ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on, multi-information display (see page lever. You cannot shift out of Park
and the illuminated number under 82). when the ignition switch is in the
the charging system indicator shows LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I)
you the gear you have selected. position.
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Automatic Transmission
To shift from: Do this: To avoid transmission damage, come Drive (D) - Use this position for
Press the brake pedal, and to a complete stop before shifting your normal driving. The
P to R press the shift lever release
button. into Park. The shift lever must be in transmission automatically selects a
R to P Press the shift lever release Park before you can remove the key suitable gear (1 through 5) for your
N to R button. from the ignition switch. speed and acceleration. You may
D to D3
notice the transmission shifting up at
D3 to D Reverse (R) - Press the brake
D to N higher engine speeds when the
Move the shift lever. pedal and press the release button on
N to D engine is cold. This helps the engine
R to N the front of the shift lever to shift
warm up faster.
from Park to reverse. To shift from
Park (P) - This position reverse to neutral, come to a
mechanically locks the transmission. complete stop, and then shift. Press
Use Park whenever you are turning the release button before shifting
off or starting the engine. To shift out into reverse from neutral.
of Park, you must press on the brake
pedal and press the release button on Neutral (N) - Use neutral if you
the shift lever. Make sure your foot is need to restart a stalled engine, or if
off the accelerator pedal. it is necessary to stop briefly with the
engine idling. Shift to the Park
If you have done all of the above and position if you need to leave your
still cannot move the lever out of vehicle for any reason. Press on the
Park, see Shift Lock Release on brake pedal when you are moving
page 346. the shift lever from neutral to
another gear.
Automatic Transmission
Sequential SportShift Mode (ꬽ) UP SHIFT When you accelerate away from a
stop, the transmission starts in first
gear. You have to manually upshift
between first and fifth gears. Make
sure you upshift before the engine
speed reaches the tachometer's red
zone.
The transmission remains in the
selected gear (5, 4, 3, 2, or 1). There
is no automatic downshift when you
(ꭥ) DOWN SHIFT push the accelerator pedal to the
floor.
Driving
SELECTED GEAR To enter the Sequential SportShift
mode, move the shift lever further to
With the shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position,
the driver's side. To return to ‘‘D,’’
you can select the Sequential
move the shift lever to the
SportShift mode to shift gears much
passenger's side.
like a manual transmission, but
In Sequential SportShift mode, each
without a clutch pedal.
time you push forward on the shift
When you move the shift lever from lever, the transmission shifts to a
‘‘D’’ to ‘‘M’’ position, the display higher gear. Pull back on the lever to
shows the selected gear. downshift. The number of the gear
selected is displayed on the
instrument panel.
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Automatic Transmission
The transmission may automatically Downshifting gives you more power If you try to manually downshift at a
downshift from the higher gear to when climbing, and provides engine speed that would cause the engine to
the lower gear under these braking when going down a steep exceed the redline in a lower gear,
conditions: hill. the transmission does not downshift.
The gear indicator will flash the
Driving on level roads and downhill The transmission also shifts
number of the lower gear several
automatically as the vehicle comes to
To shift from Speed range times, then return to the higher gear.
a complete stop. It downshifts to first
gear when the vehicle speed is under If the vehicle speed slows to below
4→3 under 19 mph 10 mph (16 km/h). the redline of the selected lower gear
(31 km/h) position while the indicator is
flashing, the transmission
5→4 under 38 mph downshifts, and the display shows
(60 km/h) the selected lower gear.
Driving uphill
To shift from Speed range
Automatic Transmission
The table shows the speed ranges for Starting in Second Gear
To shift from Speed range When you are in Sequential
upshifting and downshifting.
SportShift mode, and the vehicle is
To shift from Speed range 3→2 under 60 mph stopped, push forward on the shift
(96 km/h) lever to shift to second gear. You will
1→2 over 0 mph see ‘‘2’’ in the display. Starting out in
(0 km/h) 4→3 under 93 mph second gear will help to reduce
(150 km/h) wheelspin in deep snow or on a
2→3 over 10 mph slippery surface.
(16 km/h) 5→4 under 118 mph If you start out in second gear, the
(190 km/h) transmission will be fixed in that
3→4
Driving
over 19 mph gear.
(31 km/h)
The transmission will not
automatically downshift to first gear
4→5 over 37 mph even when the vehicle speed is
(60 km/h) under 10 mph (16 km/h). You need
to shift down to first gear manually.
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Automatic Transmission
Drive (D3) - This position is similar Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release
to D, except only the first three gears If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift
are selected. Use D3 when towing a for the gear you are in, the engine lever out of Park if the normal
trailer in hilly terrain, or to provide speed will enter into the method of pushing on the brake
engine braking when going down a tachometer's red zone. If this occurs, pedal and pressing the release button
steep hill. D3 can also keep the you may feel the engine cut in and does not work.
transmission from cycling between out. This is caused by a limiter in the 1. Set the parking brake.
third, fourth, and fifth gears in stop- engine's computer controls. The
and-go driving. engine will run normally when you 2. Remove the key from the ignition
reduce the rpm below the red zone. switch.
For faster acceleration when in D3 or
D, you can get the transmission to Before downshifting, make sure the
automatically downshift by pushing engine will not go into the
the accelerator pedal to the floor. tachometer's red zone.
The transmission will shift down one,
two, or three gears, depending on
your speed.
Automatic Transmission
Driving
3. Put a cloth on the edge of the shift 4. Insert a key into the shift lock
lock release slot cover. Use a small release slot.
flat-tipped screwdriver or metal
5. Push down on the key while you
fingernail file to carefully pry up
press the release button on the
the edge of the cover and remove
front of the shift lever and move
it from the slot.
the shift lever out of Park to
neutral.
The super handling-all wheel drive SH-AWD Torque Distribution Each torque indicator is displayed as
(SH-AWD) system is a full time all- Monitor a bar graph divided into 5 segments.
wheel-drive system that The number of segments represents
automatically controls and transfers TORQUE INDICATOR the amount of torque distributed to
varying amounts of engine torque to each wheel.
all wheels independently, according
When there is only a slight change in
to the driving conditions.
torque distribution while driving,
While the SH-AWD system helps to such as cruising on level roads at the
enhance the vehicle's driving same speed, the torque distribution
stability in all situations, it is still monitor may stop displaying the
your responsibility to drive and amount of torque. This is not a
corner at reasonable speeds and to system problem. The monitor will
leave a sufficient margin of safety. TORQUE INDICATOR show the amount if the system
senses any change in torque
The SH-AWD torque distribution distribution.
monitor on the multi-information
display shows you the amount of
torque being sent to the wheels.
Each wheel: right front (RF), left
front (LF), right rear (RR), and left
rear (LR), has its own torque
indicator.
Driving
If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while If the SH-AWD indicator on the
driving, it indicates the differential instrument panel stays on, and the
temperature is too high. You will also ‘‘CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM’’
see an ‘‘SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. message also appears on the multi-
HIGH’’ message on the multi- information display, there is problem
information display. If this happens, with the SH-AWD system.
pull to the side of the road when it is
safe, shift to Park, and let the engine
idle until the indicator goes out. If
the indicator does not go out, take
your vehicle to a dealer to have it
checked.
Parking
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Low Tire Pressure/ If you think you can safely drive a
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) TPMS Indicator short distance to a service station,
that turns on every time you start the When the low tire pressure/TPMS proceed slowly to the station, then
engine and monitors the pressure in indicator is on, one or more of your inflate the tire to the recommended
your tires while driving. tires is significantly underinflated. pressure.
Each tire has its own pressure You should stop and check your tires If the tire is flat, or if the tire pressure
sensor. If the air pressure of a tire as soon as possible, and inflate them is too low to continue driving, replace
becomes significantly low, the sensor to the proper pressure as indicated the tire with the compact spare tire
in that tire immediately sends a on the vehicle's tire information (see page 425).
signal that causes the low tire placard.
Driving on a significantly under-
pressure/TPMS indicator in the It is possible that the pressures inflated tire causes the tire to
Driving
instrument panel to come on. If this shown on the multi-information overheat and can lead to tire failure.
happens, you will see which tire is display and the pressures you Under-inflation also reduces fuel
losing pressure on the multi- manually measure are slightly efficiency and tire tread life, and may
information display along with a different. affect the vehicle's handling and
‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ If the difference is significant or you stopping ability.
message. cannot make the low tire pressure/
TPMS indicator and message on the Because tire pressure varies by
multi-information display go out after temperature and other conditions,
inflating the tires to the specified the low tire pressure/TPMS
values, have your dealer check the indicator may come on unexpectedly.
system as soon as possible.
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For example, if you check and fill Although your tire pressure is Tire Pressure Monitor
your tires in a warm area, then drive monitored, you must manually check
in extremely cold weather, the tire the tire pressures monthly.
pressure will be lower than
Each tire, including the spare, should
measured and could be underinflated
be checked monthly when the
and cause the low tire pressure/
vehicle is cold, and set to the
TPMS indicator to come on. Or, if
recommended inflation pressure as
you check and adjust your tire
specified on the vehicle placard and
pressure in cooler conditions, and
in the owner's manual (see page
drive into extremely hot conditions,
416).
the tire may become overinflated.
However, the low tire pressure/
TPMS indicator will not come on if
the tires are overinflated.
To select the tire pressure monitor,
Refer to page 415 for tire inflation press the INFO button several times
guidelines. with the ignition switch in the ON
If there is a problem with the TPMS, (II) position.
this indicator begins to flash. It stops You will see the above display on the
flashing after approximately 1 multi-information display when all
minute, then stays on. You will also tire pressures are normal.
see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’
message on the multi-information
display (see page 82).
Driving
To see the inflation pressures of all Each tire pressure is shown in PSI Each tire has its own pressure
four tires, press the SEL/RESET (U.S. models) or in kPa (Canadian sensor. If the air pressure of a tire
button. The display changes as models). becomes significantly low, the sensor
shown above. in that tire immediately sends a
signal that causes the low tire
pressure/TPMS indicator in the
instrument panel to come on. If this
happens, you will see which tire is
losing pressure on the multi-
information display along with a
‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’
message.
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If any of the tires has low pressure, If there is a problem with the TPMS,
the tire pressure monitor also shows the tire pressure monitor shows a
If there is a problem with the TPMS,
the above message to warn you ‘‘SYSTEM FUNCTION ERROR’’
you will see the above message on
about the low tire pressure when you message and the tire pressure
the multi-information display.
select the display by pressing the readings are not displayed. If this
INFO button several times. happens, you will first see a system If you see this message, the system
Following this display, press the warning message ‘‘CHECK TPMS is off and is not monitoring the tire
SEL/RESET button to see each tire SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information pressures. Have the system checked
pressure. display. by your dealer as soon as possible.
When you continue driving after
Also, the low tire pressure/TPMS
installing the spare tire, you will also
indicator begins to flash, then stays
see this message on the multi-
on (see page 352).
information display.
If the low tire pressure/TPMS After the flat tire is replaced with the This indicator and the warning
indicator comes on, or the multi- spare tire, the low tire pressure/ message on the multi-information
information display shows a ‘‘CHECK TPMS indicator stays on while display will go off, after several miles
TPMS SYSTEM’’ message, the VSA driving. After several miles (kilometers) driving, when the spare
system automatically turns on even (kilometers) driving, this indicator tire is replaced with the specified
when the VSA system is turned off begins to flash, then stays on again. regular tire equipped with the tire
by pressing the VSA OFF switch You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS pressure monitor sensor.
(see page 360). If this happens, you SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- Each wheel is equipped with a tire
cannot turn the VSA system off by information display. This is normal; pressure sensor mounted inside the
pressing the VSA OFF switch again. the system cannot monitor the spare tire behind the valve stem. You must
tire pressure. Manually check the use TPMS specific wheels. It is
When you restart the vehicle with
spare tire pressure to be sure it is recommended that you always have
Driving
the compact spare tire, the TPMS
correct. your tires serviced by your dealer or
system message will also be
a qualified technician.
displayed on the multi-information
Never use a puncture-repairing agent
display after several miles
in a flat tire. If used, you will have to
(kilometers) driving.
replace the tire pressure sensor.
Changing a Tire with TPMS Have the flat tire repaired by your
If you have a flat tire, the low tire dealer as soon as possible.
pressure/TPMS and tire monitor
indicators will come on. Replace the
indicated flat tire with the compact
spare tire (see page 425).
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Braking System Design Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake
The hydraulic system that operates The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pedal when the ABS activates, and
the brakes has two separate circuits. helps prevent the wheels from may hear some noise. This is normal:
Each circuit works diagonally across locking up, and helps you retain it is the ABS rapidly pumping the
the vehicle (the left-front brake is steering control by pumping the brakes. On dry pavement, you will
connected with the right-rear brake, brakes rapidly, much faster than a need to press on the brake pedal
etc.). If one circuit should develop a person can do it. very hard before the ABS activates.
problem, you will still have braking However, you may feel the ABS
The electronic brake distribution
at two wheels. activate immediately if you are trying
(EBD) system, which is part of the
to stop on snow or ice.
Brake Wear Indicators ABS, also balances the front-to-rear
All four brakes have audible brake braking distribution according to
Driving
wear indicators. vehicle loading.
If the brake pads need replacing, you You should never pump the brake pedal.
will hear a distinctive, metallic Let the ABS work for you by always
screeching sound when you apply keeping firm, steady pressure on the
the brake pedal. If you do not have brake pedal. This is sometimes
the brake pads replaced, they will referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
screech all the time. It is normal for
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
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ABS Indicator If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders
system indicator come on together, ABS does not reduce the time or
If this indicator comes on, the anti- and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the
lock function of the braking system released, the EBD system may also vehicle. It only helps with steering
has shut down. The brakes still work be shut down. control during braking.
like a conventional system, but Test your brakes as instructed on ABS will not prevent a skid that
without anti-lock. You should have page 438. If the brakes feel normal, results from changing direction
your dealer inspect your vehicle as drive slowly and have your vehicle abruptly, such as trying to take a
soon as possible. repaired by your dealer as soon as corner too fast or making a sudden
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS possible. Avoid sudden hard braking lane change. Always drive at a safe
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- which could cause the rear wheels to speed for the road and weather
information display (see page 81). lock up and possibly lead to a loss of conditions.
control.
If the indicator comes on while ABS cannot prevent a loss of
driving, test the brakes as instructed The VSA indicator will come on stability. Always steer moderately
on page 438. along with the ABS indicator. when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.
A vehicle with ABS may require a
longer distance to stop on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator If the indicator does not come on
system helps to stabilize the vehicle when the ignition switch is turned to
during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the the ON (II) position, there may be a
more or less than desired. It also VSA activation indicator blink. problem with the VSA system. Have
assists you in maintaining traction your dealer inspect your vehicle as
while accelerating on loose or Vehicle Stability Assist soon as possible.
slippery road surfaces. It does this by (VSA) System Indicator
regulating the engine's output and by
selectively applying the brakes. If this indicator comes on while
driving, pull to the side of the road
When VSA activates, you may notice when it is safe, and turn off the
that the engine does not respond to engine. Reset the system by
Driving
the accelerator in the same way it restarting the engine. If the VSA
does at other times. There may also system indicator stays on or comes
be some noise from the VSA back on while driving, have the VSA
hydraulic system. You will also see system inspected by your dealer.
the VSA activation indicator blink.
NOTE:The main function of the VSA
The VSA system cannot enhance the system is generally known as
vehicle's driving stability in all Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
situations and does not control your The system also includes a traction
vehicle's entire braking system. It is control function.
still your responsibility to drive and
corner at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.
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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA VSA Off Switch VSA is turned on every time you start
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- the engine, even if you turned it off
information display if there is a the last time you drove the vehicle.
problem with the VSA system.
In certain unusual conditions when
If the low tire pressure/TPMS your vehicle gets stuck in shallow
indicator comes on, or the multi- mud or fresh snow, it may be easier
information display shows a ‘‘CHECK to free it with the VSA temporarily
TPMS SYSTEM’’ message, the VSA switched off. When the VSA system
system automatically turns on even is off, the traction control system is
when the VSA system is turned off also off. You should only attempt to
by pressing the VSA OFF switch free your vehicle with the VSA off if
(see page 360). If this happens, you you are not able to free it when the
cannot turn the VSA system off by VSA is on.
pressing the VSA OFF switch again. This switch is under the driver's side Immediately after freeing your
Without VSA, your vehicle will have vent. To turn the VSA system on and vehicle, be sure to switch the VSA on
normal braking and cornering ability, off, press and hold it until you hear a again. We do not recommend driving
but it will not have VSA traction and beep. your vehicle with the VSA and
stability enhancement. When VSA is off, the VSA activation traction control systems switched off.
indicator comes on as a reminder.
With the VSA off, the trailer stability
assist function is also turned off (see
page 376).
VSA and Tire Sizes U.S. Sport Packages and Canadian Elite The system provides two selectable
Driving with varying tire or wheel models modes.
sizes may cause the VSA to The active damper system is always
on, constantly adjusting your Sport mode: The system prioritizes
malfunction. When replacing tires,
vehicle's dampers to the best settings handling response, vehicle body
make sure they are of the same size
for current road conditions along control and tire-to-road adhesion to
and type as your original tires (see
with vehicle speed and handling allow for higher performance
page 419).
inputs. handling.
If you install winter tires, make sure
The system uses electrically Comfort mode: The system
they are the same size as those that
controlled dampers to enhance prioritizes road isolation to allow for a
were originally supplied with your
handling precision, vehicle more comfortable ride.
vehicle. Exercise the same caution
Driving
during winter driving as you would if composure, tire to road adhesion and Either mode can be used in any type
your vehicle was not equipped with rough road ride comfort isolation. of operating conditions.
VSA. The system reacts to inputs from
various electronic sensors to give
exactly the right amount of
suspension damping to provide
optimal ride comfort and handling.
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To switch between comfort and sport When comfort mode is selected, the When sport mode is selected, the
mode, press and release the active green indicator in the button comes green indicator in the button goes
damper system button located on the ON, and the message ‘‘COMFORT’’ off, and the message ‘‘SPORT’’ will
center console to choose the desired will appear on the multi-information appear on the multi-information
mode. display for five seconds. display for five seconds.
Active Damper System If you see this warning indicator and Towing a Trailer
Indicator message, have your vehicle checked Your vehicle has been designed
If there is a problem with the active at your dealer as soon as possible. primarily to carry passengers and
damper system, the active damper their cargo. You can also use it to tow
In this case, your vehicle still has the
system shuts down and the active a trailer if you carefully observe the
normal damper function, but it will
damper system indicator on the load limits, use the proper
not have the active damper function.
instrument panel comes on. equipment, and follow the guidelines
in this section.
Break-In Period
Avoid towing a trailer during your
vehicle's first 600 miles (1,000 km)
Driving
(see page 322).
Be sure to read the Off-Highway
Driving Guidelines section on page
378 if you plan to tow off paved
surfaces.
Your vehicle is equipped with a
trailer stability assist to help stabilize
the vehicle/trailer combination by
You will also see the ‘‘CHECK ADS reducing the vehicle speed. For more
SYSTEM’’ message appear on the information, see page 376.
multi-information display.
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Towing a Trailer
Load Limit
Exceeding any load limit or
improperly loading your vehicle
and trailer can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.
Tongue Load
The weight that the tongue of a fully
Total Trailer Weight
loaded trailer puts on the hitch
The maximum allowable weight of
should be 5 to 10 percent of the total
the trailer and everything in or on it
trailer weight for boat trailers, and 8
depends on the number of occupants
to 15 percent of total trailer weight
in your vehicle and the type of trailer
for all other trailers. (See page 366
being towed (see page 366).
for limits for your towing situation).
Towing a trailer that is too heavy can Too much tongue load reduces front-
seriously affect your vehicle's tire traction and steering control. Too
handling and performance. It can little tongue load can make the trailer
also damage the engine and unstable and cause it to sway.
drivetrain.
Towing a Trailer
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Estimating Loads To Estimate the Tongue Load
(GVWR) - The maximum allowable The best way to confirm that all loads 1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
weight of the vehicle, all occupants, are within limits is to check them at a 2. Measure and record the distance
all accessories, all cargo and the public scale. For public scales in your from the ground to the bottom of
tongue load is 5,952 lbs (2,700 kg). area, check your local phone book, the trailer hitch.
or contact your trailer dealer or
Gross Axle Weight Ratings 3. Connect the fully loaded trailer to
rental agency for assistance.
(GAWR) - The maximum allowable the hitch.
weight of the vehicle, all occupants, To help ensure a safe drive to a scale,
all accessories, all cargo, and the or if you cannot get to a public scale, 4. Measure again from the ground to
tongue load must not exceed 2,888 we recommend that you estimate the same spot on the bottom of the
lbs (1,310 kg) on the front axle, and your total trailer weight and tongue hitch.
Driving
3,175 lbs (1,440 kg) on the rear axle. load as described. 5. Subtract the second measurement
Gross Combined Weight Rating To Estimate the Total Trailer Weight from the first measurement, then
(GCWR) - The maximum allowable Add the weight of your trailer (as refer to the following table.
weight of the fully loaded vehicle and quoted by the manufacturer) with
trailer is 10,053 lbs (4,560 kg) with everything in or on the trailer. Then
the proper hitch. The GCWR must be check the tables on page 366 to make
reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 sure you do not exceed the limit for
feet (305 meters) of elevation. your conditions.
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Towing a Trailer
MDX and Technology Packages models U.S. Sport Packages and Canadian Elite
models
If the Estimated
difference is: tongue load is: If the Estimated
difference is: tongue load is:
13/32’’ 150 lbs (68 kg)
11/16’’ 250 lbs (114 kg) 1/2’’ 150 lbs (68 kg)
31/32’’ 350 lbs (159 kg) 27/32’’ 250 lbs (114 kg)
1 1/4’’ 450 lbs (205 kg) 1 5/32’’ 350 lbs (159 kg)
1 1/2’’ 450 lbs (205 kg)
Towing a Trailer
Driving
maximum trailer weight and maximum tongue load. Never exceed the gross axle weight ratings (see page 364).
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Recommended tongue load should be 5 - 15% of the total trailer weight for boat trailers, and 8 - 15% of the total trailer weight for
all other trailers.
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Towing a Trailer
Checking Loads
To accurately check your loads at the
public scale, the vehicle and trailer
should be fully loaded, and all
occupants should stay in the vehicle
while the attendant watches the
scale.
2. Check the gross vehicle weight. 5. Check the gross combined weight.
Limit: 5,952 lbs (2,700 kg) Limit: 10,053 lbs (4,560 kg)
Remember, maximum gross
3. Check the rear gross axle weight.
combined weight should be
Limit: 3,175 lbs (1,440 kg)
decreased 2% for every 1,000 feet
4. If you cannot weigh the rear axle (305 meters) of elevation.
directly, you can calculate the rear
gross axle weight by subtracting
1. Check the front gross axle weight.
the weight in step 1 from the
Limit: 2,888 lbs (1,310 kg)
weight in step 2.
Limit: 3,064 lbs (1,390 kg)
Towing a Trailer
Driving
the weight in step 6 from the your trailer sales or rental agency,
weight in step 7. and make sure all equipment is
Limit: See page 366. properly installed, maintained, and
Recommended: see page 364. also meets state, federal, province,
Range: 5-10% for boat trailers and local regulations.
8-15% for other trailers
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Towing a Trailer
Towing a Trailer
Driving
This device is recommended if your trailer sales or rental agency where
GROUND STOP
trailer tends to sway. Your trailer and how to store the trailer's spare
(BLACK) (LIGHT GREEN) maker can tell you what kind of sway tire.
control you need and how to install it.
Trailer Mirrors
Many states and provinces require
special exterior mirrors when towing
a trailer. Even if they don't, you
should install special mirrors if you
cannot clearly see behind you, or if
the trailer creates a blind spot.
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Towing a Trailer
Trailer lights and equipment must Refer to the above illustration for
comply with federal, state, province, wiring information.
and local regulations. Check trailer
We recommend that you have your
light requirements for the areas
dealer install an Acura wiring
where you plan to tow, and use only
harness and converter. This harness
equipment designed for your vehicle.
has been designed for your vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with a
connector to install an optional trailer
lighting connector that mates with
your vehicle. You can get this
optional connector from your dealer.
Towing a Trailer
Pre-Tow Checklist ●
The lights and brakes on your Driving Safely With a Trailer
When preparing to tow, and before vehicle and the trailer are working The added weight, length, and
driving away, be sure to check the properly. height of a trailer will affect your
following: vehicle's handling and performance,
●
Your vehicle tires and spare are in
so driving with a trailer requires
●
The vehicle has been properly good condition and properly
some special driving skills and
serviced, and the suspension and inflated.
techniques.
the cooling system are in good ●
The trailer tires and spare are in
operating condition. For your safety and the safety of
good condition and inflated as
others, take time to practice driving
● The trailer has been properly recommended by the trailer
maneuvers before heading for the
serviced and is in good condition. maker.
open road, and follow the guidelines
Driving
●
All weights and loads are within in this section.
limits.
●
The hitch, safety chains, and any
other attachments are secure.
●
All items on and in the trailer are
properly secured and cannot shift
while you drive.
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Towing a Trailer
Towing Speeds and Gears When driving uphill and downhill, If the automatic transmission fluid
Drive slower than normal in all use the Sequential SportShift mode temperature increases and exceeds
driving situations, and obey posted to provide the proper engine power the specified limit, the A/T
speed limits for vehicles with trailers. and engine braking on each gear. temperature indicator comes on (see
Use the D position when towing a Select fourth, third, second, or first page 68). You will also see a ‘‘A/T
trailer on level roads. D3 is the proper gear, depending on the vehicle TEMP HIGH’’ message on the multi-
shift lever position to use when speeds and road condition. Do not information display.
towing a trailer in hilly terrain. (See use fifth gear. The recommended Making Turns and Braking
‘‘Driving on Hills’’ on the next page speed range for each gear position is Make turns more slowly and wider
for additional gear information.) shown in the table. than normal. The trailer tracks a
When towing a fixed-sided trailer (e. Gear position Speed range smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
g., camper), do not exceed 55 mph can hit or run over something the
(88 km/h). At higher speeds, the vehicle misses.
trailer may sway or affect vehicle 1 0 - 19 mph
handling. (0 - 30 km/h) Allow more time and distance for
braking. Do not brake or turn
2 19 - 31 mph suddenly as this could cause the
(30 - 50 km/h) trailer to jackknife or turn over.
3 31 - 41 mph
(50 - 65 km/h)
4 over 41 mph
(over 65 km/h)
Towing a Trailer
Driving
someone guide you when backing emergency, see page 446.
Do not try to hold the vehicle in place up. Grip the bottom of the steering
by pressing on the accelerator, as wheel, then turn the wheel to the left
this can cause the automatic to get the trailer to move to the left.
transmission to overheat. Turn the wheel to the right to move
When driving down hills, reduce the trailer to the right.
your speed and shift down to D3. Do Parking
not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes. Remember, it Follow all normal precautions when
takes longer to slow down and parking, including putting the
stop when towing a trailer. transmission in Park and firmly
setting the parking brake. Also, place
wheel chocks at each of the trailer's
tires.
Your vehicle is equipped with trailer Under these conditions, trailer Trailer stability assist cannot prevent
stability assist function. This function stability assist begins to stabilize the a loss of control. Always reduce the
works on the same sensors as the vehicle/trailer combination by vehicle speed and steer firmly. Do
vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. reducing the vehicle speed. The not brake suddenly or make quick
This function helps to stabilize the control unit sends signals to steering motion. It could cause the
vehicle/trailer combination when the selectively apply the brakes and trailer to jackknife or turn over and
trailer severely sways or oscillates. regulate the engine output. The the system becomes ineffective.
For more information on the VSA brake lights of your vehicle will be
Trailer stability assist cannot prevent
system, see page 359. turned on automatically by the
swaying that can occur in crosswinds
system even if you do not keep the
If the function detects vehicle/trailer and in normal and emergency
pressure on the brake pedal.
instability, it checks if the swaying is driving maneuvers. It helps only to
caused by the trailer, and if the When the brakes are applied, the stabilize the vehicle/trailer
trailer swaying or oscillation is trailer's brake lights come on along combination in these conditions,
increasing. with the vehicle brake lights. after the oscillation becomes severe.
The vehicle/trailer combination is When the trailer stability assist Trailer stability assist will also be
more affected by crosswinds, activates, you will see the VSA ineffective while driving at high
buffeting, and improper tongue load. activation indicator blink. There may speed or towing a trailer with a high
These conditions can make the also be some noise from the VSA center of gravity.
trailer unstable, and cause it to sway. hydraulic system.
Always obey the recommended
speed limits for towing a trailer, see
page 374.
Trailer Stability Assist Failure In this case, your vehicle still has the If you turn off the VSA, the trailer
VSA traction and stability stability assist function also shuts off.
enhancement, but it will not have the Press and hold the VSA off switch
trailer stability assist function. until you hear a beep (see page 360).
The VSA activation indicator comes
If there is a problem with the VSA
on as a reminder. Press and hold the
system, the system and trailer
switch again to turn the system on.
stability assist shuts off. The VSA
system and VSA activation indicators The function turns on every time you
also come on (see page 359). start the engine along with the VSA,
even if you turned it off the last time
The ABS indicator and the brake
you drove the vehicle.
system indicator may also come on
Driving
along with the VSA system indicator.
The control unit monitors the VSA If you see these warning indicators,
circuitry and the braking system. If have your vehicle checked at your
there is a problem with the brake dealer as soon as possible.
lighting system, the trailer stability
assist function shuts down and the
‘‘CHECK TRAILER STABILITY
ASSIST’’ message appears on the
multi-information display.
If you see this message, have your
vehicle checked at your dealer as
soon as possible.
Driving
Recheck the condition of the tires need more time and distance to
the hill.
and the tire pressures. brake to a stop on unpaved surfaces.
Avoid hard braking. Do not ‘‘pump’’ Crossing a Stream
Remember
the brakes; let the anti-lock braking Before driving through water, stop,
The route presents limits (too steep
system pump them for you. get out if necessary, and make sure
or bumpy roads). You have limits
that:
(driving skill and comfort). And your Avoiding Obstacles
vehicle has limits (traction, stability, Debris in the road can damage your ●
The water is not deep enough to
and power). suspension or other components. cover your wheel hubs, axles, or
Because your vehicle has a high exhaust pipe. You could stall and
Driving off-highway can be
center of gravity, driving over a large not be able to restart your engine.
hazardous if you fail to recognize
obstacle, or allowing a wheel to drop The water can also damage
limits and take the proper
into a deep hole can cause your important vehicle components.
precautions.
vehicle to tip or roll over.
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●
The banks are sloped so you can If the water is deeper than the wheel You should never use a jack to try to
drive out. hubs, some additional service may be get unstuck. Your vehicle could
required. This service is not covered easily slip off the jack and hurt you or
● The water is not flowing too fast.
by your warranties. someone else.
Deep rushing water can sweep you
downstream. Even very shallow If You Get Stuck Towing a Trailer Off-Road
rushing water can wash the If you get stuck, carefully try to go in You may be able to safely tow a
ground from under your tires and the direction (forward or reverse) lightweight trailer (such as a
cause you to lose traction and that you think will get you unstuck. motorcycle or small tent trailer) off-
possibly roll over. Do not spin the tires at high speeds. road if you follow these guidelines:
It will not help you get out and may
● The banks and surface under the ● Do not exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg)
cause damage to the transmission or
water provide good traction. The or a tongue weight of 100 lbs (45
SH-AWD system.
water may hide hazards such as kg).
rocks, holes, or mud. If you are still unable to free yourself, ●
Stay on smooth, level dirt roads,
your vehicle is equipped with front
If you decide it is safe to drive and avoid driving in hilly terrain.
and rear tow hooks designed for this
through water, choose a suitable purpose. ●
Allow extra room for starting,
speed, and proceed without shifting, stopping, and turning.
changing speeds, stopping, or Use a nylon strap to attach the MDX
shutting off the engine. to the recovery vehicle and carefully ● Slow down if you encounter bumps
take out the slack in the strap. Once or other obstacles.
After driving through water, test your the strap is tight, the recovery
brakes. If they got wet, gently vehicle should apply force.
‘‘pump’’ them while driving slowly Remember that the recovery vehicle
until they operate normally. needs good traction to avoid
becoming stuck, too.
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Maintenance
Maintenance
perform more complex maintenance Timing Belt ................................. 402
tasks on your vehicle, you may want Lights.......................................... 403
to purchase the service manual. See Dust and Pollen Filter ................. 409
page 469 for information on how to Cleaning the Seat Belts ............... 409
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Floor Mats .................................. 410
Wiper Blades .............................. 411
Tires ........................................... 415
Checking the Battery .................. 421
Vehicle Storage ........................... 422
Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance
To see the remaining engine oil life 20%
displayed on the multi-information 15% - 11% 15%
display as a percentage, turn the 10% - 6% 10%
ignition switch to the ON (II) 5% - 1% 5%
position. Make sure the display 0% 0%
shows blank, SH-AWD and tire
pressure, and then press the SEL/
RESET button on the steering wheel
repeatedly until the engine oil life
appears (see page 73).
The remaining engine oil life is
displayed according to the table
shown below.
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Maintenance Minder
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
MAIN ITEM SUB ITEMS
When the remaining engine oil life is When the remaining oil life is 1 to 5 Press the SEL/RESET button on the
15 to 6 percent, the multi-information percent, the multi-information display steering wheel repeatedly to select
display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ the engine oil life. The message
SOON’’ message along with the message with the same maintenance ‘‘SERVICE’’, along with ‘‘5%’’, and the
maintenance schedule code items ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ was maintenance item code are displayed
indicating the main and sub items displayed with. When you see this on the lower part of the multi-
required at the time of the oil message have the indicated information display when the
change. Refer to page 390 for a maintenance performed as soon as calculated engine oil life is 1-5
complete list of the maintenance possible. percent (see page 383).
main items and sub items.
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance
oil life reaches 0%, the multi- the engine oil life. The message
information display will show the ‘‘SERVICE’’, along with ‘‘0%’’, and the
message ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ and maintenance item code are displayed
the maintenance item code(s). This on the lower part of the multi-
message is displayed when the total information display when the
mileage is less than 10 miles (for calculated engine oil life is 0-1%.
U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian
models) after the engine oil life
became 0%.
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Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life
Items Display
Your dealer will reset the display
after completing the required
maintenance service. You will see
‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the display the
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE next time you turn the ignition
MAIN ITEM SUB ITEMS switch to the ON (II) position.
If maintenance service is done by
someone other than your dealer,
reset the maintenance minder as
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
follows: 4. Select ‘‘RESET’’ by pressing the INFO
MAIN ITEM SUB ITEMS 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) (▲/▼) button, then press the SEL/
Maintenance
position. RESET button to reset the engine oil
All the maintenance items displayed life display. The maintenance item
in the multi-information display are in 2. If the engine oil life is not displayed, code(s) will disappear, and the engine
press the SEL/RESET button on the oil life will reset to ‘‘100.’’ If you want to
code. steering wheel repeatedly the multi- cancel the oil life reset mode, select
For an explanation of the information display shows blank, ‘‘CANCEL.’’
maintenance codes, see page 390. SH-AWD and tire pressure.
3. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button
on the steering wheel for more than 10
seconds. The remaining engine oil life
reset mode will be shown on the multi-
information display.
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Maintenance Minder
Important Maintenance Your authorized dealer knows your We recommend using Acura parts
Precautions vehicle best and can provide and fluids whenever you have
If you have the required service done competent, efficient service. maintenance done. These are
but do not reset the display, or reset However, service at a dealer is not manufactured to the same high-
the display without doing the service, mandatory to keep your warranties in quality standards as the original
the system will not show the proper effect. Maintenance may be done by components, so you can be confident
maintenance intervals. This can lead any qualified service facility or of their performance and durability.
to serious mechanical problems person who is skilled in this type of
because you will no longer have an automotive service. Keep all receipts
accurate record of when as proof of completion, and have the
maintenance is needed. person who does the work fill out
your Maintenance Journal or
Canadian Maintenance Log. Check
your warranty booklet for more
information.
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance
recommends that all maintenance ●
Automatic transmission - Check
services be performed in accordance the fluid level monthly. See page
with the intervals indicated by the 399.
multi-information display. ● Brakes - Check the fluid level
monthly. See page 401.
● Tires - Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
416.
Maintenance Minder
Fluid Locations
BRAKE FLUID
POWER STEERING FLUID (Black cap)
(Red cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
AUTOMATIC
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TRANSMISSION
(Orange loop) FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
RADIATOR CAP
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Recommended Engine Oil The oil viscosity or weight is
Oil is a major contributor to your provided on the container's label.
engine's performance and longevity. 5W-20 oil is formulated for year-
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 round protection of your vehicle to
detergent oil displaying the API improve cold weather starting and
Certification Seal. This seal indicates fuel economy.
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute's latest requirements. It is
highly recommended that you use
Acura motor oil in your vehicle.
Make sure the API Certification Seal
Unscrew and remove the engine oil says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
fill cap on top of the valve cover. Pour
Maintenance
in the oil slowly and carefully so you
do not spill. Clean up any spills
Ambient Temperature
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a few
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine. API CERTIFICATION SEAL
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OIL FILTER 4. Install a new oil filter according to 7. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap.
the instructions that come with it. Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
Make sure to clean off any dirt and
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
dust on the connecting surface of a
engine, and check your work.
new oil filter.
8. Let the engine run for several
5. Put a new washer on the drain
minutes, then check the drain bolt
bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt.
and oil filter for leaks.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m, 4.0 kgf·m) 9. Turn off the engine and let it sit for
several minutes, then check the oil
6. Refill the engine with the
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
recommended oil.
3. Remove the oil filter, and let the add more oil.
remaining oil drain. A special
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Engine oil change capacity
wrench (available from your (including filter):
dealer) is required. 4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
Make sure the oil filter gasket is Improper disposal of engine oil can be
not stuck to the engine block. If it harmful to the environment. If you
is, remove it before installing a change your own oil, please dispose of
new oil filter. the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
Engine Coolant
Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely
freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the
is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or plain
water.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not Removing the radiator cap
available, you may use another while the engine is hot can
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a cause the coolant to spray out,
temporary replacement. Make sure it seriously scalding you.
MAX is a high-quality coolant
MIN recommended for aluminum Always let the engine and
engines. Continued use of any non- radiator cool down before
If the coolant level in the reserve Honda coolant can result in removing the radiator cap.
tank is at or below the MIN line, add corrosion, causing the cooling
coolant to bring it up to the MAX system to malfunction or fail. Have
line. Inspect the cooling system for the cooling system flushed and
leaks. refilled with Honda antifreeze/
coolant as soon as possible.
Engine Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator 3. Remove the radiator cap by
are cool. pushing down and turning
Maintenance
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the radiator cap cover.
Relieve any pressure in the cooling
system by turning the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without
pressing down.
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Windshield Washers
MAX Check the fluid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least Do not use engine antifreeze or a
monthly during normal use. vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze
If the washer fluid is low, a can damage your vehicle's paint, while
‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ message a vinegar/water solution can damage
appears on the multi-information the windshield washer pump. Use only
display. commercially-available windshield
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality washer fluid.
RESERVE TANK MIN windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. prevents freezing in cold weather.
Fill it to halfway between the MAX When you refill the reservoir, clean
and MIN marks. Put the cap back the edges of the windshield wiper
on the reserve tank. blades with windshield washer fluid
Do not add any rust inhibitors or on a clean cloth. This will help to
other additives to your vehicle's condition the blade edges.
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
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doing step 2. with a clean cloth. shown in the illustration.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the
fluid level. It should be between
the upper and lower marks.
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Brake Fluid
Replace the brake fluid when this Always use Honda Heavy Duty
service is indicated on a maintenance Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
message in the multi-information available, you should use only DOT 3
display. or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed
container, as a temporary
Check the fluid level in the brake
replacement.
fluid reservoir monthly.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can
cause corrosion and decrease the life
of the system. Have the brake
system flushed and refilled with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT MIN MAX
3 as soon as possible.
The fluid level should be between
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not the MIN and MAX marks on the side
Maintenance
compatible with your vehicle's of the reservoir. If the level is at or
braking system and can cause below the MIN mark, your brake
extensive damage. system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
Power Steering Fluid Always use Acura Power Steering Timing Belt
Fluid. You may use another power The timing belt should be replaced at
UPPER LEVEL steering fluid as an emergency the intervals shown in the
replacement, but have the power maintenance minder schedule.
steering system flushed and refilled
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
with Acura PSF as soon as possible.
miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km
A low power steering fluid level can (Canada) if you regularly drive your
indicate a leak in the system. Check vehicle in any of the following
the fluid level frequently, and have conditions:
the system inspected as soon as ● In very high temperatures
possible.
(over 110°F, 43°C).
LOWER LEVEL If you are not sure how to add fluid, ●
In very low temperatures
contact your dealer.
Check the level on the side of the (under -20°F, -29°C).
reservoir when the engine is cold. ●
Frequently tow a trailer.
The fluid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not add power steering fluid to the Turning the steering wheel to full left or
UPPER LEVEL mark. right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
Lights
Maintenance
circuit even with the light switch off when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
and the key removed. Because of on the glass can cause the bulb to tab and pulling the connector
this, you should not attempt to overheat and shatter. down.
examine or change a low beam 4. Remove the bulb by turning it
headlight bulb yourself. If a low 1. Open the hood. about one-quarter turn
beam headlight bulb fails, take the counterclockwise.
vehicle to your dealer to have it 2. Remove the front bulkhead cover
replaced. (see page 392).
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Lights
5. Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing Front Turn Signal/ PARKING LIGHT BULB
and turn it one-quarter turn Parking and Side Marker Light
clockwise to lock it in place. Bulbs
6. Push the electrical connector onto FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT
the new bulb. BULB
SOCKET
Lights
SOCKET
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. 1. Remove the bolt and use the flat-
tip screwdriver to remove the
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Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the
glass can cause the bulb to overheat holding clips located under the
and shatter. front bumper.
2. Push down the inner fender.
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Lights
COVER
3. Remove the electrical connector 2. Remove the two bolts, and remove
from the bulb by pushing on the the rear light assembly from the
tab and pulling the connector rear pillar.
1. Open the tailgate. Use a flat-tip
down.
screwdriver protected with a cloth 3. Determine which of the two bulbs
4. Remove the bulb from the fog light to pry open the two covers. is burned out: turn signal/hazard
assembly by turning it one-quarter lights or side marker light.
turn counterclockwise.
Lights
6. Push the new bulb straight into Replacing a Back-up Light Bulb
the socket until it bottoms.
7. Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
8. Put the socket back into the light
assembly, and turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
9. Install the rear light assembly in
BULB SOCKET the rear pillar. Tighten the two
bolts. Snap the bolt covers into
position. COVER
4. Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Maintenance
1. Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on
5. Pull the bulb straight out of its the edge of the light assembly
socket. cover. Remove the cover by
carefully prying in the notch on its
middle edge with a flat-tip
screwdriver.
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Lights
6. Put the socket back into the light Side Turn Signal Light
BULB assembly, and turn it clockwise to Each outside mirror has side turn
lock it in place. signal lights. The lights should be
replaced by your dealer.
7. Place the cover back into the light
assembly. Push it up until it locks Rear License Plate Bulb
in place. The license plate has two lights
above it. The bulbs should be
replaced by your dealer.
SOCKET
Dust and Pollen Filter Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of
This filter removes the dust and the seat belt anchors can cause the
pollen that is brought in from the OPENING belts to retract slowly. Wipe the
outside through the climate control openings with a clean cloth
system. dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
Have your dealer replace the filter
when this service is indicated by a
maintenance message on the multi-
information display. It should be
replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000
km) if you drive primarily in urban
areas that have high concentrations
of soot in the air, or if the flow from
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the climate control system becomes If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft
less than usual. brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry before
you use the vehicle.
Floor Mats
Front Rear
The floor mats that came with your If you use a non-Acura floor mat,
vehicle hook over the floor mat make sure it fits properly and that it
anchors. This keeps the floor mats can be used with the floor mat
from sliding forward, possibly anchors. Do not put additional floor
interfering with the pedals, or mats on top of the anchored mats.
backwards, making the front
passenger's weight sensors
ineffective.
If you remove a floor mat, make sure
to re-anchor it when you put it back
in your vehicle.
Wiper Blades
LOCK TAB
Maintenance
1. Raise each wiper arm off the
windshield, lifting the driver's side ● Press and hold the lock tab.
first, then the passenger's side. ● Slide the blade assembly toward
the lock tab until it releases
from the wiper arm.
Do not open the hood when the wiper When replacing a wiper blade, make
arms are raised, or you will damage the sure not to drop the wiper blade or
hood and the wiper arms. wiper arm down on the windshield.
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Wiper Blades
3. Remove the blade from its holder 4. Examine the new wiper blades. If
by grabbing the tabbed end of the they have no plastic or metal
blade. Pull firmly until the tabs reinforcement along the back
come out of the holder. edge, remove the metal
reinforcement strips from the old
wiper blade, and install them in the
slots along the edge of the new
blade.
Wiper Blades
WIPER ARM
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
To replace the rear wiper blade: 2. Slide the blade out of the wiper 3. Examine the new wiper blades. If
arm. they have no plastic or metal
Maintenance
1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear
window. reinforcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinforcement strips from the old
wiper blade, and install them in the
slots along the edge of the new
blade.
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Wiper Blades
Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air
tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a
size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of month. Even tires that are in good
tread, and correctly inflated. handling, tread life, and riding condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
comfort. 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm2) per
The following pages give more
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, month. Remember to check the
detailed information on how to take ●
adversely affect handling and fuel spare tire at the same time.
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced. economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
● Overinflated tires can make your
vehicle ride more harshly, are
Using tires that are excessively more prone to damage from road
worn or improperly inflated can hazards, and wear unevenly.
Maintenance
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed. The tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) warns you when a tire
Follow all instructions in this pressure is low. See page 351 for
owner's manual regarding tire more information.
inflation and maintenance. Even though your vehicle is
equipped with TPMS, we
recommend that you visually check
your tires every day. If you think a
tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
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Tires
Check the air pressures when the While tubeless tires have some Recommended Tire Pressures
tires are cold. This means the vehicle ability to self-seal if they are The following chart shows the
has been parked for at least 3 hours, punctured, you should look closely recommended cold tire pressures for
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). for punctures if a tire starts losing most normal and high-speed driving
Add or release air, if needed, to pressure. conditions.
match the recommended cold tire Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
You should get your own tire
pressures. for Normal Driving
pressure gauge and use it whenever P255/55R18 104H Front/Rear:
If you check air pressures when the you check your tire pressures. This 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2
tires are hot [driven for several miles will make it easier for you to tell if a kgf/cm2)
(kilometers)], you will see readings 4 pressure loss is due to a tire problem The compact spare tire pressure is:
to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 and not due to a variation between 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)
kgf/cm2) higher than the cold gauges.
readings. This is normal. Do not let For convenience, the recommended
air out to match the recommended tire sizes and cold tire pressures are
cold air pressure. The tire will be on a label on the driver's doorjamb.
underinflated. For additional information about your
tires, see page 454.
Tires
Maintenance
●
Excessive tread wear.
tread wears down, you will see a 1/2 years old. It is also recommended
inch (12.7 mm) wide band across the that all tires, including the spare, be
tread. This shows there is less than removed from service after 10 years
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on from the date of manufacture,
the tire. regardless of their condition or state
of wear.
A tire this worn gives very little The last four digits of the TIN (tire
traction on wet roads. You should identification number) are found on
replace the tire if you can see three the sidewall of the tire and indicate
or more tread wear indicators. the date of manufacture (See Tire
Labeling on page 456).
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Tires
Tires
Maintenance
Wheel:
18 x 8 J tires of the same size and load range
Replacement wheels are available at
as the original tires. Mount snow
your dealer. Tires: tires on all four wheels. The traction
P255/55R18 104H provided by snow tires on dry roads
See page 454 for information about may be lower than your original tires.
DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page Check with the tire dealer for
456 for tire size and labeling maximum speed recommendations.
information.
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Tires
Maintenance
indicator window: WARNING: Battery posts, maintenance.
Green - Good condition terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. If the radio fuse is removed, the
White - Liquid level low, replace Wash your hands after handling.
battery audio system will disable itself. The
If you need to connect the battery to next time you turn on the radio you
Black - Charging necessary
a charger, disconnect both cables to will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
prevent damaging your vehicle's frequency display. Use the preset
electrical system. Always disconnect buttons to enter the digit code (see
the negative (-) cable first, and page 235).
reconnect it last.
Vehicle Storage
Main Menu
This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire .................... 424
common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ................... 425
experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won't Start ............. 431
gives you information about how to Jump Starting .............................. 432
safely evaluate the problem and what If the Engine Overheats .............. 434
to do to correct it. If the problem has Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......... 436
stranded you on the side of the road, Charging System Indicator ......... 436
you may be able to get going again. If Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 437
not, you will also find instructions on Brake System Indicator ............... 438
getting your vehicle towed. Fuses .......................................... 439
Fuse Locations ............................ 443
Opening the Fuel Fill Door
Manually ................................. 446
Emergency Towing ..................... 446
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .......... 447
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PLASTIC COVER
KNOB COVER
5. The tools and jack are under the 6. Turn the jack's end bracket 7. The spare tire is stored
cargo area behind a cover on the counterclockwise to loosen it, then underneath the rear cargo area.
driver's side. Remove the cover by remove the jack. Remove the plastic cover on the
turning the knobs cargo area lining to access the
counterclockwise, then pulling out shaft for the spare tire hoist.
the cover.
BRACKET
9. Keep turning the wheel nut 11. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn
wrench to create slack in the with the wheel nut wrench.
cable.
The wheel nut wrench supplied with
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EXTENSION
12. Place the jack under the jacking 13. Use the extension and the wheel 15. Before mounting the spare tire,
point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting
change. Turn the end bracket vehicle until the flat tire is off the surface of the wheel and hub with
clockwise until the top of the jack ground. a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
contacts the jacking point. Make carefully; it may be hot from
14. Remove the wheel nuts, then
sure the jacking point tab is driving.
remove the flat tire.
resting in the jack notch.
16. Put on the spare tire. Put the 20. Place the flat tire face up under the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight, hoist.
then tighten them in a crisscross
21. Insert the hoist bracket into the
pattern with the wheel nut wrench
center hole of the flat tire.
until the wheel is firmly against the
hub. Do not try to tighten the
wheel nuts fully.
17. Lower the vehicle to the ground,
and remove the jack.
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Diagnosing why the engine won't Check these things: If the headlights dim noticeably or
start falls into two areas, depending go out when you try to start the
● Check the transmission interlock.
on what you hear when you turn the engine, either the battery is
The transmission must be in Park
ignition switch to the START (III) discharged or the connections are
or neutral or the starter will not
position: corroded. Check the condition of
operate.
the battery and terminal
●
You hear nothing, or almost ●
Turn the ignition switch to the ON connections (see page 421). You
nothing. The engine's starter
(II) position. Turn on the can then try jump starting the
motor does not operate at all, or
headlights, and check their vehicle from a booster battery (see
operates very slowly.
brightness. If the headlights are page 432).
● You can hear the starter motor very dim or do not come on at all,
The Starter Operates Normally
operating normally, or the starter the battery is discharged. See
In this case, the starter motor's speed
motor sounds like it is spinning Jump Starting on page 432.
sounds normal, or even faster than
faster than normal, but the engine ●
Turn the ignition switch to the normal, when you turn the ignition
does not start up and run.
START (III) position. If the switch to the START (III) position,
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●
Are you using the proper starting Jump Starting To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
procedure? Refer to Starting the Although this seems like a simple 1. Open the hood, and check the
Engine on page 339. procedure, you should take several physical condition of the battery.
precautions. In very cold weather, check the
●
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel condition of the electrolyte. If it
gauge; the warning indicator may seems slushy or frozen, do not try
not be working. jump starting until it thaws.
●
There may be an electrical A battery can explode if you do
problem, such as no power to the not follow the correct
fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see procedure, seriously injuring
page 440). anyone nearby. If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
If you find nothing wrong, you will electrolyte inside can freeze. Attempting
need a qualified technician to find the Keep all sparks, open flames, to jump start with a frozen battery can
problem. See Emergency Towing on and smoking materials away cause it to rupture.
page 446. from the battery.
2. Turn off all the electrical
You cannot start your vehicle by accessories: heater, A/C, climate
pushing or pulling it. control, audio system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Jump Starting
The pointer of your vehicle's 1. Safely pull to the side of the road.
temperature gauge should stay in the Put the transmission in Park, and
midrange under most conditions. If it Steam and spray from an set the parking brake. Turn off all
climbs to the red mark, you should overheated engine can accessories, and turn on the
determine the reason (hot day, seriously scald you. hazard warning indicators.
driving up a steep hill, etc.).
Do not open the hood if steam 2. If you see steam and/or spray
If the vehicle overheats, you should is coming out. coming from under the hood, turn
take immediate action. The only off the engine. Wait until you see
indication may be the temperature no more signs of steam or spray,
gauge climbing to or above the red then open the hood.
mark. Or you may see steam or spray
3. If you do not see steam or spray,
coming from under the hood.
leave the engine running and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to
overloading, the engine should
Driving with the temperature gauge start to cool down almost
pointer at the red mark can cause immediately. If it does, wait until
serious damage to the engine. the temperature gauge comes
down to the midpoint, then
continue driving.
4. If the temperature gauge stays at 9. Start the engine and set the
the red mark, turn off the engine. climate control to AUTO at ‘‘Hi.’’
Removing the radiator cap Add coolant to the radiator up to
5. Look for any obvious coolant while the engine is hot can the base of the filler neck. If you
leaks, such as a split radiator hose. cause the coolant to spray out, do not have the proper coolant
Everything is still extremely hot, seriously scalding you. mixture available, you can add
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
plain water. Remember to have the
must be repaired before you Always let the engine and cooling system drained and refilled
continue driving (see Emergency radiator cool down before with the proper mixture as soon as
Towing on page 446). removing the radiator cap. you can.
6. If you do not find an obvious leak,
10. Put the radiator cap back on
check the coolant level in the 8. Using gloves or a large heavy tightly. Run the engine, and check
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant cloth, turn the radiator cap the temperature gauge. If it goes
if the level is below the MIN mark. counterclockwise, without pushing back to the red mark, the engine
7. If there was no coolant in the down, to the first stop. After the needs repair (see Emergency
Low Oil Pressure Indicator 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator
This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system
come on when the engine is warning indicators. indicator comes on brightly
running. If it starts flashing or stays 2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute. when the engine is running, the
on, the oil pressure has dropped very Open the hood, and check the oil battery is not being charged.
low or lost pressure. Serious engine level (see page 326). An engine You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
damage is possible, and you should very low on oil can lose pressure CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
take immediate action. during cornering and other driving the multi-information display (see
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK maneuvers. page 81).
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the Immediately turn off all electrical
the multi-information display when level back to the full mark on the accessories. Try not to use other
this indicator comes on. dipstick (see page 393). electrically operated controls such as
4. Start the engine, and watch the oil the power windows. Keep the engine
pressure indicator. If it does not go running; starting the engine will
out within 10 seconds, turn off the discharge the battery rapidly.
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical engine. There is a mechanical Go to a service station or garage
damage almost immediately. Turn off problem that needs to be repaired where you can get technical
the engine as soon as you can safely get before you can continue driving assistance.
the vehicle stopped. (see Emergency Towing on page
446).
U.S. Canada If the fluid level is low, take your Slow down by shifting to a lower
The brake system vehicle to a dealer, and have the gear, and pull to the side of the road
indicator normally brake system inspected for leaks or when it is safe. Because of the long
comes on when you turn the ignition worn brake pads. distance needed to stop, it is
switch to the ON (II) position, and as hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
However, if the brake pedal does not
a reminder to check the parking should have it towed, and repaired as
feel normal, you should take
brake. It will stay on if you do not soon as possible (see Emergency
immediate action. A problem in one
fully release the parking brake. Towing on page 446).
part of the system's dual circuit
If the brake system indicator comes design will still give you braking at If you must drive the vehicle a short
on while driving, the brake fluid level two wheels. You will feel the brake distance in this condition, drive
is probably low. Press lightly on the pedal go down much farther before slowly and carefully.
brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If the vehicle begins to slow down, and
If the ABS indicator and the VSA
it does, check the brake fluid level you will have to press harder on the
system indicator come on with the
the next time you stop at a service pedal.
brake system indicator, have your
station (see page 401). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE vehicle inspected by your dealer
You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- immediately.
FLUID’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 81).
information display (see page 81).
Fuses
TAB
The vehicle's fuses are located in The rear fuse box is located at the
four fuse boxes. left side of cargo area. UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY)
The interior fuse box is underneath The primary under-hood fuse box is
TAB
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Fuses
Fuses
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1 120 A Main fuse 3-5 50 A Power Window
- Not Used 3-6 60 A SH-AWD, Power Tailgate
2-1 - Not Used Open/Closer, Rear ACC
Socket, Cargo Area Light,
2-2 - Not Used Rear Defroster
2-3 30 A Rear Blower Motor 3-7 30 A ECU (PCM)
2-4 40 A ABS VSA 3-8 - Not Used
2-5 40 A Trailer Main 4 40 A Audio, Door Lock, Interior
2-6 40 A Power Seats, Driver's Position Lights
Memory System, Subwoofer 5 - Not Used
2-7 40 A Front Heated Seat, TPMS, 6 - Not Used
Moonroof, Driver's Lumbar
Support 7 30 A Active Damper Control Unit
2-8 - Not Used 8 30 A Audio Amplifier
3-1 60 A Fog Lights, Front Blower 9 7.5 A Rear Entertainment System
Motor 10 15 A Hazard
3-2 40 A Headlights, Daytime Running 11 15 A Horn, Stop
Lights 12 20 A ABS VSA
ꭧ: Canadian model
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Fuse Locations
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected REAR FUSE BOX
5 7.5 A Small Lights (Exterior)
6 30 A Headlight Low Main
7 7.5 A Cooling Fan Timer
8 15 A IGP
9 15 A IG Coil
10 15 A DBW
11 15 A AFHT
12 40 A Front Blower Motor
13 20 A Fog lights
14 30 A Headlight Washerꭧ
15 30 A Condenser Fan
16 30 A Cooling Fan
17 7.5 A MG Clutch No. Amps. Circuits Protected
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 18 15 A Left Headlight Low 1 - Not Used
1 10 A Left Daytime Running Light 19 15 A Right Headlight Low 2 - Not Used
2 10 A Right Daytime Running 22 7.5 A Small Lights (Interior) 3 - Not Used
Light 4 - Not Used
ꭧ: Canadian model
3 10 A Left Headlight High 5 10 A Rear ACC Socket
4 10 A Right Headlight High 6 20 A Power Tailgateꭧ
7 - Not Used
8 7.5 A Cargo Area Light
9 30 A SH-AWD
10 30 A Rear Defroster
11 40 A Power Tailgate
ꭧ: If equipped
Fuse Locations
INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected
6 7.5 A Interior Light 22 10 A SRS
7 10 A Interior Light, Moonroof 23 - Not Used
8 20 A Door Lock 24 20 A Left Rear Power Window
9 15 A ACC Socket 25 20 A Right Rear Power Window
10 15 A IG Coil 26 30 A Passenger's Power Window
11 30 A Windshield Wiper 27 30 A Driver's Power Window
12 10 A Subwoofer 28 20 A Tilt Steering Wheel
13 20 A Passenger's Power Recline 29 10 A ABS VSA
14 20 A Driver's Power Slide 30 10 A A/C
Auxiliary 15 20 A Telescope Steering Wheel Headlight Auto Leveling,
16 20 A Driver's Power Recline 31 15 A Rear Wiper, Windshield/
Rear Washer
17 20 A Passenger's Power Slide
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 32 10 A ACC
18 10 A Alternator
1 7.5 A TPMS 33 - Not Used
19 20 A Fuel Pump
2 10 A Driver's Lumbar Support 20 7.5 A SH-AWD, Active Damper Auxiliary
Motor Control Unit No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1. Remove the cover, put cloth on the The cover is attached to the bumper
edge of the cover and carefully pry with a tether.
with a small flat-tip screwdriver or
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Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give you Identification Numbers ............... 450
the dimensions and capacities of Specifications .............................. 452
your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.
identification numbers. It also Vehicles) ................................. 454
includes information you should Tire Labeling .............................. 456
know about your vehicle's tires and Tire Pressure Monitoring System
emissions control systems. (TPMS) - Required Federal
Explanation ......................... 458
Emissions Controls ..................... 460
Three Way Catalytic
Converter ................................ 462
Emissions Testing....................... 463
Identification Numbers
CERTIFICATION LABEL
Identification Numbers
Specifications
Dimensions Capacities
Length 190.7 in (4,844 mm) Fuel tank Approx.
Width 78.5 in (1,995 mm) 21.00 US gal (79.5 L)
Height 68.2 in (1,733 mm) Engine Changeꭧ1 1.93 US gal (7.3 L)
coolant Total 2.43 US gal (9.2 L)
Wheelbase 108.3 in (2,750 mm)
Track Front 67.7 in (1,720 mm) Engine oil Changeꭧ2
Rear 67.5 in (1,715 mm) Including 4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
filter
Weights
Without 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Gross vehicle weight rating See the tire information label filter
attached to the driver's doorjamb. Total 5.3 US qt (5.0 L)
Gross combined weightꭧ1 10,053 lbs (4,560 kg) Automatic Change 3.0 US qt (2.8 L)
rating (GCWR) transmission Total 8.3 US qt (7.9 L)
ꭧ1: The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305 fluid
meters) of elevation. Rear Change 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
differential Total 2.9 US qt (2.7 L)
Air Conditioning
fluid
Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Transfer Change 0.4 US qt (0.4 L)
Charge quantity 21.2-22.9 oz (600-650 g) assembly Total 0.4 US qt (0.4 L)
Lubricant type ND-OIL 8 fluid
Windshield U.S. vehicles 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Seating Capacities
washer Canadian 6.1 US qt (5.8 L)
Total 7 reservoir vehicles
Front 2
ꭧ1: Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
Second 3 engine
Third 2 Reserve tank capacity:
0.18 US gal (0.7 L)
ꭧ2: Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Specifications
Lights Fuses
Headlights High 12 V - 60 W (HB3) Interior See page 445 or the fuse label attached
to the inside of the fuse box lid.
Lowꭧ 12 V - 35 W (D2S)
Rear See page 444 or the fuse label attached
Daytime running lights 12 V - 60 W (HB3) to the inside of the fuse box lid.
Front side marker lights 12 V - 3 CP Under-hood See page 443 and 444 or the fuse box
Front turn signal lights 12 V - 21 W cover.
Parking lights 12 V - 3 CP Engine
Fog light 12 V - 55 W (H11) Type Water-cooled, 4-stroke SOHC VTEC V6
Rear turn signal lights 12 V - 21 W gasoline engine
Bore x Stroke 3.54 x 3.78 in (90.0 x 96.0 mm)
Rear side marker lights 12 V - 3 CP
Displacement 223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm3)
Backup lights 12 V -18 W
Compression ratio 11.0 : 1
License plate lights 12 V - 3 CP
Spark plugs DENSO: SKJ20DR-M11
Individual map lights Front 12 V - 5 W NGK: IZFR6K11
Rear 12 V - 5 W Alignment
Cargo area lights 12 V - 8 W
Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Tailgate lights 12 V - 3.4 W Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
12 V - 2 W
Tire Labeling
Tire Labeling
Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under-
provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to
monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
the inflation pressure recommended that illuminates a low tire pressure Under-inflation also reduces fuel
by the vehicle manufacturer on the telltale efficiency and tire tread life, and may
vehicle placard or tire inflation affect the vehicle's handling and
pressure label. stopping ability.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different when one or more of your tires is Please note that the TPMS is not a
size than the size indicated on the significantly under-inflated. substitute for proper tire
vehicle placard or tire inflation maintenance, and it is the driver's
pressure label, you should determine Accordingly, when the low tire responsibility to maintain correct tire
the proper tire inflation pressure for pressure telltale illuminates, you pressure, even if under-inflation has
those tires.) should stop and check your tires as not reached the level to trigger
soon as possible, and inflate them to illumination of the TPMS low tire
the proper pressure. pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction
with a TPMS malfunction indicator to telltale after replacing one or more
indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to
operating properly. The TPMS ensure that the replacement or
malfunction indicator is combined alternate tires and wheels allow the
with the low tire pressure telltale. TPMS to continue to function
When the system detects a properly.
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long
as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended.
Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act Crankcase Emissions Control
vehicle's engine produces several The United States Clean Air Actꭧ System
byproducts. Some of these are sets standards for automobile Your vehicle has a positive crankcase
carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of emissions. It also requires that ventilation system. This keeps
nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons automobile manufacturers explain to gasses that build up in the engine's
(HC). Gasoline evaporating from the owners how their emissions controls crankcase from going into the
tank also produces hydrocarbons. work and what to do to maintain atmosphere. The positive crankcase
Controlling the production of NOx, them. This section summarizes how ventilation valve routes them from
CO, and HC is important to the the emissions controls work. the crankcase back to the intake
environment. Under certain Scheduled maintenance is on page manifold. They are then drawn into
conditions of sunlight and climate, 390. the engine and burned.
NOx and HC react to form ꭧ
In Canada, Acura vehicles comply Evaporative Emissions Control
photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon
with the Canadian emission System
monoxide does not contribute to As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
requirements, as specified in an
smog creation, but it is a poisonous tank, an evaporative emissions
agreement with Environment
gas. control canister filled with charcoal
Canada, at the time they are
manufactured. adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
canister while the engine is off. After
the engine is started and warmed up,
the vapor is drawn into the engine
and burned during driving.
Emissions Controls
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that 4. Without touching the accelerator
If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it
emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
battery has been disconnected or date to complete the test. If you must
5. Keep the vehicle in Park. Increase
gone dead, it may not pass the test. get the vehicle retested within the
the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness next two or three days, you can
hold it there until the temperature
codes’’ that must be set in the on- condition the vehicle for retesting by
gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the
board diagnostics for the emissions doing the following.
scale (about 3 minutes).
systems. These codes are erased 1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
when the battery is disconnected, 6. Without touching the accelerator
but not completely, full (around
and set again only after several days pedal, let the engine idle for 20
3/4).
of driving under a variety of seconds.
conditions. 2. Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient
temperature is between 40° and
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7. Select a nearby lightly traveled 8. Then drive in city/suburban traffic 9. Make sure the vehicle has been
major highway where you can for at least 10 minutes. When parked with the engine off for 30
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph traffic conditions allow, let the minutes.
(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 vehicle coast for several seconds
If the testing facility determines the
minutes. Drive on the highway in without using the accelerator pedal
readiness codes are still not set, see
D. Do not use the cruise control. or the brake pedal.
your dealer.
When traffic allows, drive for 90
seconds without moving the
accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed
may vary slightly; this is okay.) If
you cannot do this for a continuous
90 seconds because of traffic
conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
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Acura dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give
trained professionals. They should Acura Client Services us this information:
be able to answer all your questions. Honda Canada Inc.
715 Milner Avenue ● Vehicle Identification Number (see
If you encounter a problem that your Toronto, ON page 450)
dealership does not solve to your M1B 2K8
satisfaction, please discuss it with the ●
Name and address of the dealer
dealership's management. The Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9 who services your vehicle
service manager or general manager Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 ●
Date of purchase
can help. Almost all problems are Toronto (416) 287-4776
solved in this way. ● Mileage on your vehicle
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
If you are dissatisfied with the Islands: ● Your name, address, and
decision made by the dealership's Vortex Motor Corp. telephone number
management, contact Acura Client Bella International
P.O. Box 190816 ●
A detailed description of the
Services. San Juan, PR 00919-0816 problem
U.S. Owners: ●
Name of the dealer who sold the
Tel: (787) 620-7546
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Acura Client Services vehicle to you
Mail Stop 500-2N-7E
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty - a seat Replacement Battery Limited
Your new vehicle is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty - provides prorated
warranties: covered by a limited warranty. Please coverage for a replacement battery
read your warranty booklet for purchased from your dealer.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty -
details.
covers your new vehicle, except for Replacement Muffler Lifetime
If you believe that your vehicle has a If NHTSA receives similar To contact NHTSA, you may call the
defect which could cause a crash or complaints, it may open an Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
could cause injury or death, you investigation, and if it finds that a 1-888-327-4236
should immediately inform the safety defect exists in a group of (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
National Highway Traffic Safety vehicles, it may order a recall and http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administration (NHTSA), in addition remedy campaign. However, NHTSA Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New
to notifying American Honda Motor cannot become involved in individual Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC
Co., Inc. problems between you, your dealer, 20590. You can also obtain other
or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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INDEX
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) B
Indicator Light .................. 66, 357
Operation ................................ 357 Battery
Anti-theft, Audio System ............. 235 Charging System
Indicator ........................ 65, 436
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D Locking and Unlocking ........... 130 Checking the Fuses ................ 440
Lockout Prevention ................. 131 Driving with a Flat Tire ........... 424
DANGER, Explanation of .............. iii Monitor .................................... 11 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 122
Dashboard ............................... 3, 62 Power Door Locks .................. 130 Jump Starting .......................... 432
Daytime Running Lights ............ 120 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..... 436
Dead Battery .............................. 432 Vehicles) ................................ 454 Malfunction Indicator
Defects, Reporting Safety ........... 468 Driver and Passenger Safety .......... 5 Lamp ................................... 437
Defogger, Rear Window ............. 122 Driving ....................................... 337 Opening the Fuel Fill Door
Defrosting the Windows ............ 174 Economy ................................. 327 Manually ............................. 446
Differential Fluid ........................ 452 Driving Guidelines ..................... 338 Overheated Engine ................. 434
Dimensions ................................ 452 Driving Position Memory Towing .................................... 446
Dimming the Headlights ............ 118 System ................................... 157 Emergency Brake ...................... 153
Dipstick Dust and Pollen Filter ................ 409 Emergency Flashers .................. 122
Automatic Transmission ......... 399 DVD Player ................................ 239 Emergency Towing .................... 446
Engine Oil ............................... 326 DVD Player Error Emissions Controls .................... 460
Directional Signals ....................... 67 Messages ............................... 265 Emissions Testing ...................... 463
Disc Brake Wear Indicators ....... 357
Disc Care ................................... 229 E
Disc Changer ...................... 190, 218
Disc Changer Error
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Economy, Fuel ........................... 327
Messages ........................ 199, 228 Emergencies on the Road .......... 423
Disc Player .......................... 190, 218 Battery, Jump Starting ............. 432
Disposal of Used Oil ................... 395 Brake System Indicator ........... 438
Doors Changing a Flat Tire ............... 425
Childproof Door Locks ............ 131 Charging System Indicator ..... 436
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H
Hood, Opening and Closing
Halogen Headlight Bulbs ........... 403 the .......................................... 325
HandsFreeLink® ........................ 278 Horn .......................................... 115
HFL Buttons ........................... 280
Hazard Warning Flashers .......... 122
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Indicators, Instrument Panel ........ 63 Tire Pressure Monitor .............. 68 Jump Starting ............................. 432
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) .............. 66 Turn Signal and Hazard
Active Damper System ...... 71, 361 Warning ............................... 67 K
A/T Temp ................................ 68 VSA Activation ......................... 67
Brake (Parking and Brake VSA System ............................. 67 Keyless Memory Settings .......... 139
System) ......................... 65, 438 Individual Map Lights ................ 160 Keys ........................................... 126
Charging System .............. 65, 436 Infant Restraint ............................ 42
Cruise Control .......................... 70 Infant Seats .................................. 42
Cruise Main ............................. 70 Tether Anchorage Point ........... 51 L
Fog Lights ................................ 70 Inflation, Proper Tire .................. 415
High Beam ............................... 70 Inside Mirror ............................. 154 Label, Certification ..................... 450
Key (Immobilizer System) ....... 70 Inspection, Tire .......................... 417 Lane Change, Signaling ............. 118
Lights On ................................. 70 Installing a Child Seat .................. 46 Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 15, 21
Low Fuel .................................. 71 Instrument Panel .......................... 63 LATCH Anchorage System .......... 47
Low Oil Pressure .............. 65, 436 Instrument Panel Light Control Switch .................. 159
Low Tire Pressure .................... 68 Brightness .............................. 123 Lights
Maintenance Minder ............... 383 Instruments and Controls ............. 61 Bulb Replacement ................... 403
Malfunction Indicator Interface Dial ............................. 200 Indicator ................................... 63
Lamp ................................... 437 Interior Lights ............................ 159 Interior .................................... 159
Passenger Airbag Off ............... 34 Introduction ................................... i Parking ................................... 118
Seat Belt Reminder ............. 20, 64 Load Limit ........................... 333, 364
Security System ....................... 71 J LOCK (Ignition Key
SH-AWD® ................................. 69 Position) ................................. 129
Side Airbag Off ......................... 66 Locks
Jacking up the Vehicle ............... 425 Anti-theft Steering Column ...... 129
SRS ..................................... 33, 66 Jack, Tire ................................... 425
System Message ................. 69, 80 Childproof Door ...................... 131
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Owner's Maintenance Odometer ..................................... 75 Park Gear Position ..................... 342
Checks ................................ 389 Odometer, Trip ............................ 75 Parking ...................................... 350
Safety ...................................... 382 Off-Highway Driving Parking Brake ............................ 153
Schedule ................................. 390 Guidelines .............................. 378 Parking Brake and Brake System
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ....... 437 Off-Road Precautions .................. 378 Indicator ........................... 65, 438
Memory, Driving Position .......... 157 Parking Lights ........................... 118
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Door Locks .............................. 11 Heaters ................................... 148 How Your Side Airbags
Head Restraints ........................ 14 Position Memory .................... 157 Work .................................... 30
Seat Belts .............................. 8, 15 Third Row Access ................... 145 Off Indicator ............................. 33
Seats & Seat-Backs .............. 12, 13 Seats, Adjusting the ................... 140 Side Curtain Airbags .................... 32
Safety Labels, Location of ............. 59 Security System ......................... 269 How Your Side Curtain Airbags
Safety Messages ........................... iii Sensors Work .................................... 32
Satellite Radio, XM® ............ 185, 210 Driver's Seat Position Side Marker Lights, Bulb
Seat Belts ................................. 8, 15 Sensor .................................. 29 Replacement in ....................... 404
Additional Information ............. 20 Front Passenger's Weight Signaling Turns ............................ 67
Advice for Pregnant Women .... 18 Sensors ................................ 29 Snow Tires ................................. 419
Automatic Seat Belt Impact Sensors ................... 24, 25 Sound System ..................... 180, 200
Tensioners ........................... 22 Sequential SportShift Mode ........ 343 Spare Tire .................................. 424
Cleaning .................................. 409 Serial Number ............................ 450 Inflating ........................... 415, 424
Lap/Shoulder Belt .............. 15, 21 Service Intervals ......................... 383 Specifications .......................... 453
Maintenance ............................ 23 Service Manual (U.S. only) ........ 469 Spark Plugs ................................ 453
Reminder Indicator and Service Station Procedures ........ 323 Specifications ............................. 452
Beeper ............................. 20, 64 SH-AWD® Speed Control ............................ 270
System Components ................ 20 Indicator ................................... 69 Speed Limiter ............................. 346
Use During Pregnancy ............. 18 Shifting the Automatic Speedometer ................................ 72
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Transmission .......................... 341
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Belt ....................................... 21 Shift Lever Position
Seats .......................................... 140 Indicators ............................... 341
Adjusting the Second Seat ....... 144 Shift Lock Release ...................... 346
Folding the Second Seat .......... 144 Side Airbags ................................. 30
Folding the Third Seat ............ 145 How the Side Airbag Off
Head Restraints ....................... 141 Indicator Works ................... 33
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System ................................ 351 Treadwear .................................. 417 System ........................ 359
Replacing ................................ 418 Trip Computer ............................. 78 VSA Activation Indicator ..... 67, 81
Rotating .................................. 418 Trip Meter ................................... 75 VSA System Indicator ......... 67, 81
Snow ....................................... 419 Turn Signals ................................. 67 Vehicle Storage .......................... 422
Specifications .......................... 453 Ventilation .................................. 177
Tire Chains ............................. 420 VIN ............................................ 450
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