2013 Acura TL Owners Manual

Enter a 4-digit PIN, re-enter it, and select ‘‘OK.’’

If you select ‘‘DO NOT USE PIN,’’ before entering any number, the phone will not have a PIN.

If the phone is already PIN-protected, you need to enter the current PIN before creating a new one.

Tonameaphone:

TocreateaPINforeachphone: When you set a PIN for a phone, you will be asked to enter the PIN every time you select the phone.

1.

Select ‘‘Edit Phone Name/PIN’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Phone Name.’’

3.

Enter a phone name, and select ‘‘OK’’ when complete.

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1.

Select ‘‘Edit Phone Name/PIN’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select a phone to set a PIN (see page

437

).

3.

Select ‘‘PIN.’’

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

AutomaticTransferring If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL with the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON (see page

185

).

AutomaticAnswering You can choose when the HFL system automatically answers incoming calls.

Toclearthecellularphone information(onephone) Clearing a phone name will clear all settings, such as call history and phonebook.

1.

Select ‘‘Auto Transfer’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘OFF’’ or ‘‘ON.’’

1.

Select ‘‘Auto Answer’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Off,’’ ‘‘2sec,’’ ‘‘5sec,’’ or ‘‘10sec.’’

1.

Select ‘‘Clear Cellular Phone Information’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select the phone you want to clear.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Toclearthecellularphone information(allphones) OnthenavigationSETUPscreen This operation clears all stored settings for the cell phones paired to the vehicle.

1.

Press the INFO button on the control panel.

2.

Select ‘‘Set up’’ from the Main Info screen.

3.

Push the interface selector to the right to select the Other tab on the SET UP screen. Select ‘‘Clear Personal Data.’’

4.

Select ‘‘Cellular Phone Information.’’

5.

A trash icon appears next to the selected item. Select ‘‘OK’’ to confirm.

6.

Select ‘‘Yes’’ from the confirmation screen.

3.

A trash icon appears next to the selected phone. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

4.

Select ‘‘Yes’’ from the confirmation screen.

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AutomaticImportCellular PhonebookandCallHistory (availableonsomephones) When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook and call history are automatically imported to HFL.

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Up to three category icons appear next to the phonebook entries .

＊

EditSpeedDial

Preference

Home

Mobile

Work

Pager

Fax

Car

Voice

Other

These indicate how many numbers are stored for the name. If a name has more than three category icons, ‘‘…’’ is displayed.

＊

Available on some phones

The first four speed dial entries.

Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone name, and the first four numbers are displayed on the Cellular Phone screen.

Select a ‘‘No Entry’’ field to store a speed dial entry, or use the following procedure.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Tostoreaspeeddialnumber: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Store Speed Dial.’’

3.

Select a number on the speed dial list where you want to store the number.

5.

When the speed dial number is successfully stored, you are asked to store a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.

When a voice tag is stored for the entry, you can dial the number by saying ‘‘Dial by voice tag,’’ followed by the voice tag and ‘‘Dial’’ from any screen.

4.

Choose a number from:

Phonebook the linked cell phone’s imported phonebook

−

Call History numbers

−

the last 20

Dial manual number input

−

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Toaddavoicetagtoa storedspeeddialnumber: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Store Voice Tag.’’

3.

Select the number you want to store a voice tag for.

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Todeleteavoicetag: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Delete Voice Tag.’’

3.

Select the number you want to delete the voice tag for.

4.

A trash icon appears next to the selected numbers. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

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4.

Follow the prompts to complete the voice tag.

NOTE:

Avoid using duplicate voice tags.

Avoid using ‘‘home’’ as a voice tag.

It is easier for HFL to recognize a longer name. For example, use ‘‘John Smith’’ instead of ‘‘John.’’

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Todeleteaspeeddialnumber: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Delete Speed Dial.’’

3.

Select the number you want to delete, and push ENTER.

4.

A trash icon appears next to the selected numbers. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

Making a Call You can make calls by inputting any phone number, using the imported phonebook, using the call history, or with speed dial entries.

Tomakeacallusinga nameinthePhoneBook: When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook and call history are automatically imported to HFL.

1.

Select ‘‘Phone Book’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

2.

Select a name from the list.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

3.

Push ENTER to list the number or numbers stored for the selected name.

4.

Select a number and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.

Tomakeacallusingaphonenumber:

TomakeacallusingCallHistory:

HISTORY LIST

Push down the selector to dial.

1.

Select ‘‘Dial’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

1.

Select ‘‘Call History’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

2.

Enter the phone number, and select ‘‘Dial.’’

To enter the phone number by voice, press the TALK button and say it in a continuous string.

2.

Call History is sorted by ‘‘All,’’ ‘‘Dial,’’ ‘‘Receive,’’ and ‘‘Missed.’’ Selecting a number begins automatic dialing.

Some phones do not support

NOTE: ‘‘All’’ in the Call History.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

TomakeacallusingSpeedDial:

SPEED DIAL PHONE ICON

VOICE TAG ICON

Select one of the four entries on the Cellular Phone screen, and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.

TomakeacallusingMoreSpeedDial: Select ‘‘More Speed Dial’’ on the 1. Cellular Phone screen.

2.

A list of up to 20 stored speed dial entries is shown. Select the entry you want to call, and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.

: Any voice-tagged speed dial

NOTE entry can be dialed by voice from any screen. Press the Talk button and say ‘‘Dial by voice tag,’’ followed by the voice tag name and ‘‘Dial.’’

TomakeacallusingRedial: Press and hold the PICK-UP button to redial the last number dialed in your phone’s history. On the Cellular Phone screen, you can also redial by pressing and holding ENTER.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Receiving a Call When you receive a call, a notification appears on the screen (see page

427

).

To answer the call, press the PICK- UP button on the steering wheel.

To end or decline the call, press the HANG-UP button.

During a Call

Example

The following options are available during a call:

−

Allows you to send

DialTones ＊ numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call a menu- driven phone system.

−

Allows you to transfer a

Transfer call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL.

−

Mute voice.

Allows you to mute your

＊

Available on some phones

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

CallWaiting If your phone has Call Waiting, press and release the PICK-UP button to put the original call on hold and answer the incoming call.

HFL Limitations An incoming call on HFL will Audio when it is interrupt playing. Audio will resume when the call is ended.

Bluetooth

This device complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. See page 628
more information.

for

U.S.modelsonly In addition, you cannot use HFL while using AcuraLink.

Bluetooth

Wireless Technology

Bluetooth word mark and logos The are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

To return to the original call, press the PICK-UP button again. If you don’t want to answer the incoming call, disregard it and continue with your original call. If you want to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the HANG-UP button.

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Onmodelswithnavigationsystem AcuraLink enhances your ownership experience by providing a direct communication link between your vehicle and the Acura Server. Working through the XM Radio, AcuraLink works in conjunction with the navigation system, HandsFreeLink (HFL), and audio system in your vehicle. It displays and receives several kinds of messages, including:

Bluetooth

Operating tips and information on your vehicle’s features.

Important recall and safety information.

Maintenance information to keep your vehicle in top condition.

Diagnostic information to provide information about any problems with your vehicle.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Interface Dial Most AcuraLink functions are controlled by the interface dial. The interface dial has two parts, a dial and a selector.

CANCEL BUTTON

INFO BUTTON

The selector can be pushed left, right, up, down, and in. Use the selector to scroll through lists, to select menus, and to highlight menu items. When you make a selection, push the center of the selector (ENTER) to go to that selection.

DIAL

ENTER

SELECTOR

The dial turns left and right. Use it to make selections or adjustments to a list or menu on the screen.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Reading Messages If you have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the lower left hand part of the navigation screen.

To view previously read messages:

To open a message: Press ENTER on the interface selector, then select New Messages from the navigation system map menu.

A list of all messages will be shown. New messages will be at the top. Select the message you want to read by pressing ENTER.

A red exclamation will be marked on an envelope icon with an important message.

Press the INFO button. The information screen will be shown.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Unread messages have a closed envelope icon next to them. The icon disappears when it has already been read.

Message Options

Only Diagnostic Info

NOTE: messages appear on the navigation screen while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page

460

).

Select ‘‘Messages,’’ then select a message category. Select the message you want to read and press ENTER.

After purchasing your vehicle, messages may not appear immediately.

Your dealer has to register the vehicle identification before you can receive messages. This can take several days to process.

When you open a message, you can read a summary of it, and then choose one of several options. If an option is not available for a message, that option will not be highlighted.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Delete the current message.

−

Select this option to delete

−

Voice Select this option to hear a voice read the entire message. This gives you more information than the screen can display at one time. When you select the Voice option, it changes to a Stop Reading option. Select the option again to stop the voice.

−

Call Select this option to call a phone number embedded in the Call message. When you select Bluetooth dials the number for you.

HandsFreeLink (HFL)

Bluetooth

To make a call, your compatible phone must be paired to the vehicle’s HandsFreeLink system, powered on, and located within the vehicle (see page

432

).

452

Find Acura Dlr. Select this option to find the nearest Acura dealer using the navigation system.

−

−

Select this

Call Your Dealer option to call the Acura dealer you purchased your vehicle from. AcuraLink also directs you to this dealer so you can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about a message. If your assigned servicing dealer, changes AcuraLink will reset to call that dealer.

−

Select this

Diagnostic Info option to get more information about the current diagnostic message. To use this option, your cell phone must be paired with HFL. In addition, the paired phone must have a compatible data service and be set up with the AcuraLink system to make a data connection. Go to www.acura.com/ to find out which data handsfreelink services are currently compatible with AcuraLink.

Message Preferences To set your AcuraLink preferences (the types of messages you want to receive, if any), visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura.com choose what you would like to receive. If you do not have internet access, call Acura Client Relations at (800) 382-2238; they can set your message preferences for you.

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Diagnostic info and recall/

Deleting Messages NOTE: campaign messages can only be deleted by your dealer. To delete a single message:

Press the INFO button to bring up the INFO screen.

Scroll to the Messages option, then select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Select the message category that contains the message you want to delete.

Use the interface dial 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 dial, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

To delete all messages:

The Delete All Messages

NOTE: command does not apply to Diagnostic Info and Recall messages. They can only be deleted by your dealer.

Press the INFO button to view the INFO screen. Select ‘‘Set up’’ with the interface dial, then press ENTER to view the SET UP screen.

Select Other by pushing the interface selector to the right.

Use the interface dial to scroll to the AcuraLink/Messages option, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Scroll to the Delete Messages option, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Scroll to the category with the messages you want to delete, and select the category by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Message Categories There are six message categories in AcuraLink: Feature Guide, Quick Tips, Scheduled Dealer Appointments, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info, and Maintenance Minder . The system can store up to 255 messages.

TM

Message categories can be added, revised, or deleted through broadcast messages from Acura.

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Quick Tips

Feature Guide

These messages, based on updated vehicle information and comments from other TL owners, supplement your Owner’s Manual. They provide you with relevant information for a safe and enjoyable ownership experience. For additional information, call Acura Client Services directly through HFL.

During the first 90 days of ownership, a number of messages appears each day. These messages help you to use and understand the features of your vehicle.

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Maintenance Minder

TM

These messages provide detailed information about the service needed for your vehicle. When a maintenance message appears on the multi-information display, a list of needed maintenance items is provided through an AcuraLink message. These messages tell you the exact maintenance needed, helping you to avoid unnecessary maintenance costs.

You can use the following message options:

Make an appointment from the schedule at the dealer.

Reschedule the appointment with the dealer.

Call your dealer for an appointment.

Find the nearest dealer.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

AutomatedAppointment You can make an appointment with your dealer through AcuraLink when you receive a Maintenance Minder message.

To use the automated appointment function, you should visit the My Acura website at , register some www.owners.acura.com required settings, and complete the Phone-Data Connection set-up (see page compatible phone should also be paired and linked to your vehicle (see page

Bluetooth

). Your

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

When you see the Maintenance Minder message on the multi- information display, you will also receive a message in the navigation screen. To open the message, press ENTER. Select ‘‘New Messages,’’ then press ENTER. You will see the list of all messages. The most recent message is listed at the top.

Select the received message, then press ENTER. You will see the message as shown. To make an appointment, select ‘‘Schedule Dealer Appt.’’ then press ENTER.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Scheduled Dealer Appointments Torescheduletheappointment:

You will see the screen to reschedule as shown. To make an appointment, select ‘‘Reschedule Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

The confirmation message will be displayed on the screen. Make sure to confirm the appointment date, time and dealer. If it is OK, press ENTER.

If you want to change or reschedule the appointment date, select ‘‘Cancel,’’ then press ENTER.

Press the INFO button to go to the INFO screen. Select ‘‘Messages,’’ then select ‘‘Scheduled Dealer Appointments’’ from the message category list. Then press ENTER.

The system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you a new appointment date and time on the navigation screen. If you accept this appointment, select ‘‘Confirm Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Tocanceltheappointment:

Select ‘‘Messages’’ on the INFO screen, then press ENTER. Select ‘‘Scheduled Dealer Appointments’’ from the message category list. Then press ENTER. To cancel the appointment, select ‘‘Cancel Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

The system will request you to confirm the cancellation on the navigation screen. To cancel the appointment, select ‘‘YES,’’ then press ENTER. If you select ‘‘NO,’’ the screen goes back to the previous message display.

The system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you the confirmation on the navigation screen. If you accept the cancellation, press ENTER.

If you cancel the appointment, you cannot reschedule it. If you want to change or reschedule the appointment date, call your dealer directly with HFL.

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Recall/Campaigns

Using automated appointments, your registered dealer through My Acura is automatically selected. If you want to select another dealer, such as in case of an emergency, find the nearest dealer and call the dealer directly with HFL.

When a maintenance appointment is due soon, you will also receive an appointment reminder message.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

For this reason, it is important that we retain your current phone number. Please update your information using My Acura at www.owners.acura.com.

If your vehicle is affected by a recall or other important safety information, a letter will be mailed to you about the issue and how to fix it. You will also receive a reminder message through AcuraLink. You can then use the message options to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Diagnostic Info When an indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the Multi- Information Display (MID), AcuraLink can provide information about the cause of the indicator or message and the recommended action to address it. This helps you handle the problem as it occurs, preventing or limiting costly repairs.

The AcuraLink system cannot determine mechanical problems (such as squeaks or rattles) that are not triggered by the diagnostic indicator monitors.

For more information on the instrument panel indicators, see page

64

If you want the information now, select the Check Now option. (If the navigation screen is not active, you must select OK from the navigation disclaimer screen before you can check the information.)

Depending on the severity of the problem, the message will let you know if you should see your dealer immediately or if you can wait until a later date.

When any indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the MID, AcuraLink immediately notifies you with the message, ‘‘An indicator is on. AcuraLink can help you decide what to do.’’

If you do not want the information right away, select the Check Later option.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Reminder Message

When viewing a diagnostic info message through the INFO menu, you can select the Diagnostic Info option to connect to the Acura server and retrieve the latest information regarding the problem.

There may not be any

NOTE: additional information, depending on the time elapsed since the previous time you retrieved the information from the Acura server.

When you make an appointment through My Acura’s online Schedule Service Appointment, you can be reminded in advance about that appointment through AcuraLink.

You can then use the message options to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer.

If you need to reschedule or cancel the appointment, see page

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

AcuraLink/Message Screen

To access the following functions, press the INFO button. Select ‘‘Set up’’ to view the SET UP screen. Push the interface selector to the right to select Other, then rotate the interface dial to select AcuraLink/ Messages.

−

Select this

Delete Messages option to delete all stored messages within a category, except for diagnostic info and recall campaign messages. These messages can only be deleted by a certified technician after the recall is done or the problem is corrected, or through a broadcast message from Acura.

Turning the Automated Appointment preference off will disable appointment notifications in the vehicle based on appointments created or changed at My Acura’s online scheduling website.

Appointments can still be created, rescheduled, and canceled from the vehicle; however the appointment information stored in the vehicle will not be updated. Any changes to those appointments should be made from the My Acura website.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

−

Select

Phone-Data Connection this option to begin the process required to connect to Acura. This is used to access the most recent diagnostic information when a problem occurs.

−

New Message Notification Select ON if you want to be notified of new messages (envelope icon appears on the navigation screen). Select OFF if you do not want to be notified of new messages (envelope icon does not appear on the screen). Messages can still be accessed using the INFO menu. If you would like to stop receiving messages, visit the My Acura website at www.owners. acura.com preferences.

to change your messaging

−

Auto Reading Select ON to have the system automatically read each message to you. Select OFF to manually select the Voice option when you want a message read to you.

Bluetooth

compatible and

For the Phone-Data

NOTE: Connection option to be active, you need a enabled cell phone paired to Bluetooth To complete the data connection setup, the paired phone must have a compatible data service.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

This device complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. See page 628
more information.

for

−

Connect to the Acura Server The default setting is prompt. When a diagnostic info message appears, and you select the Check Now option, the system will prompt you before connecting to the Acura server. If you do not wish to connect at that time, select No at the prompt, and you will see the information from the onboard database. The ‘‘Auto’’ setting will remove the prompt when you select the Check Now option and will automatically connect to the Acura server. This setting only applies when you have a Bluetooth enabled phone that is paired with HFL and you have completed the Phone-Data Connection setup.

compatible and enabled

To find more information on Bluetooth cell phones, visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink the HandsFreeLink consumer support at 1-888-528-7876.

or call

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Onmodelswithnavigationsystem Refer to the navigation system manual for operation of the rearview camera.

Rearview Camera and Monitor

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Before Driving

Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures

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Refueling Tighten Fuel Cap Message Opening and Closing the

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Hood

Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

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Fuel Economy . 476
Accessories and Modifications . 479
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Carrying Cargo

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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Onvehicleswithmanualtransmission You may hear a knocking noise from the engine if you drive the vehicle at low engine speed (below about 1,000
rpm) in a higher gear. To stop this, raise the engine speed by shifting to a lower gear.

Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 91 or higher. If this octane grade is unavailable, regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher may be used temporarily. The use of regular unleaded gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. The long-term use of regular-grade gasoline can lead to engine damage.

Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.

Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).

Do not change the oil until the multi-information display indicates it is needed.

You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.

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We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent f uel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good perf ormance, f uel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmf ul manganese- based f uel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is available. Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely af f ect perf ormance, and cause the malf unction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your dealer f or service. Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.

Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of ‘‘TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline’’ where available to help maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines. Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met ‘‘TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline’’ standards at the retail location. This fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission control system.

Fuel Recommendation

For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit My Acura at . In Canada, visit owners.acura.com www.acura.ca information on gasoline. For more information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com

for additional

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Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.

3.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank equalizes. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.

The fuel fill cap is attached to the fuel fill door with a tether to avoid losing the cap.

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Service Station Procedures

Refueling

Push

1.

Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.

FUEL FILL CAP

2.

Open the fuel fill door by pressing the button in the driver’s door (to open the fuel fill door manually, see page

599

).

HOLDER

TETHER

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4.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. This leaves some room in the fuel tank for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.

5.

If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer.

Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, you will see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message on the multi- information display. If the system still detects an evaporative system leak after retightening the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page

597

).

6.

Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

Service Station Procedures

Tighten Fuel Cap Message

Your vehicle’s on board diagnostic system 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.

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Service Station Procedures

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.

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If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page

597

Opening and Closing the Hood

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

1.

Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.

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LATCH

3.

Lift the hood up most of the way. The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up.

2.

Put your fingers between the front edge of the hood and the front grille to locate the hood latch handle. Push this handle up until it releases the hood. Lift the hood.

If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.

Service Station Procedures

To close the hood, lower it to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. Make sure the hood is securely latched.

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Service Station Procedures

Oil Check Park the vehicle on a level surface.

Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.

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DIPSTICK

1.

Remove the dipstick (orange loop).

4.

2.

Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.

3.

Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole.

UPPER MARK

LOWER MARK

Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.

If it is near or below the lower mark, see 543

Adding Engine Oil

on page

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Engine Coolant Check

MAX

RESERVE TANK

MIN

Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If Adding it is below the MIN line, see Engine Coolant for 546
information on adding the proper coolant.

on page

To access the radiator reserve tank, remove the right-side engine compartment cover (see page

542

).

See page location.

541

for the engine coolant

Owner’s Maintenance on page

Refer to Checks for information about checking other items on your vehicle.

539

Service Station Procedures

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Fuel Economy

Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits, and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in all environments.

The EPA fuel economy estimates shown in the example to the right are a useful tool for comparison when buying a vehicle. EPA estimates include:

−

Represents urban

City MPG driving in light traffic. A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided.

−

Represents a

Highway MPG mixture of rural and interstate driving, in a warmed-up vehicle, typical of longer trips in free-flowing traffic. A range of miles per gallon

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City MPG

Highway MPG

Combined Fuel Economy

Estimated Annual Fuel Cost

(Sample U.S. EPA label shown)

achieved is also provided.

−

Combined Fuel Economy Represents a combination of city and highway driving. The scale represents the range of combined fuel economy for other vehicles in the class.

Estimated Annual Fuel Cost − Provides an estimated annual fuel cost, based on 15,000 miles (20,000
km) per year multiplied by the cost

per gallon (based on EPA fuel cost data) divided by the combined fuel economy.

For more information on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy, visit www.fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit

www.vehicles.gc.ca

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Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle’s fuel economy:

Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation (engines are more efficient when warmed up) Driving with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires

Improving Fuel Economy VehicleMaintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance messages displayed on the multi- Owner’s information display (see Maintenance Checks 539
on page

).

For example:

Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see page

543

).

Fuel Economy

DriveEfficiently

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Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption.

Rapid

Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases − ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which reduces fuel economy.

Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle load on the engine, increasing fuel consumption.

It puts a heavier

−

−

Keep your vehicle clean In particular, a build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel economy.