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FUSE PULLER
BLOWN
Fuses
4.
Check the smaller fuses in the under-hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse boxes by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is inside the primary under-hood fuse box.
5.
Look for a blown wire inside the fuse. If it is blown, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower.
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Fuses
SPARE FUSES
FUSE PULLER
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6.
If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit, and have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician.
If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket).
If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate that anything is wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.
Replacing a f use with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating.
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If the fuse for the driving position memory system is removed, all stored driving positions will be lost. To store the driving positions again, see page
164
If the fuse for the power tilt telescopic steering is removed, the system will be disabled. The system needs to be reset after reinstalling the fuse (see page
149
).
Onvehicleswithnavigationsystem If the navigation system fuse is removed, the navigation system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the ignition switch, the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used. Refer to the navigation system manual.
Onvehicleswithoutnavigationsystem If the compass system fuse is removed, the compass system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the ignition switch, the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used. Enter the four- digit anti-theft security code (see page ). You will also need to reset the clock according to the setting the clock instructions (see page
298
313
).
Fuses
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Fuse Locations
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
518
No.
Amps.
Circuits Protected
No.
Amps.
Circuits Protected
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
2223
40 A 15 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 40 A 70 A 120 A 50 A 50 A
Back-up, ACC Hazard ABS/VSA motor ABS/VSA Option Option Heater motor Passenger’s fuse box Battery IG main Power window
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: On Canadian models
10
11
12
13
1415 A 30 A 10 A 15 A 10 A 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 30 A 30 A 10 A 7.5 A 15 A 40 A
Left headlight low beam Rear defroster coil Left headlight high beam Small light Right headlight high beam Right headlight low beam Back-up FI ECU Wiper Headlight washer Fog lights MG clutch Horn, Stop Rear defroster
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No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
50 A
Radiator fan
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver’s side
No.
Amps.
Circuits Protected
No.
Amps.
Circuits Protected
Fuse Locations
SECONDARY INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver’s side
10
11
12
13
14
1515 A 15 A 10 A 15 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 7.5 A
15 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 7.5 A
Drive by Wire Ignition coil Daytime running light LAF heater Radio Interior light Back-up Door lock Accessory socket Occupant position detection system (OPDS) Wiper Rear heated seat Passenger’s power seat reclining Driver’s power seat sliding Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
No.
Amps.
Circuits Protected
7.5 A 7.5 A
Starter diag. Starter signal
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
2930
31
32
3320 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 7.5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 30 A 20 A 7.5 A
7.5 A 7.5 A 10 A −
Driver’s power seat reclining Passenger’s power seat sliding ACG Fuel Pump IGN SOL Meter SRS IGP (PGM-FI ECU) Left rear power window ETS (telescopic) ETS (tilt) Driver’s power window Moonroof Adaptive Front Lighting System Air Conditioner e-pretensioner ACC Not Used
519
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A
20 A
SH-AWD Premium amplifier Passenger’s power window Driver’s automatic seat belt tensioner/e-pretensioner Right rear power window
20 A 7.5 A
30 A
7.5 A
Heated seats Illumination lights Passenger’s automatic seat belt tensioner/ e-pretensioner Air conditioner
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Fuse Locations
INTERIOR FUSE BOX Passenger’s side
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Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat-bed equipment. The operator will load your vehicle on the back of a truck. Any other method of towing will damage the drive system. When you contact the towing agency, inform them a flat-bed is required.
Towing with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. Your vehicle should be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer.
Emergency Towing, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
COVER
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see the previous column).
For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchor in the front bumper.
To use the towing hook: 1.
Remove the cover from the front bumper by pushing the right corner edge of the cover with a finger until the cover comes out as shown in the illustration.
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
COVER
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
TETHER
The cover is attached to the bumper with a tether.
2.
3.
Remove the towing hook and wheel nut wrench from the tool case in the spare tire.
Screw the towing hook into the hole, and tighten it with the wheel nut wrench.
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To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a f lat bed. Do not use it as a tie down.
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The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle, and the location of identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle’s tires and emissions control systems.
Identification Numbers Specifications DOT Tire Quality Grading
................ ................................
(U.S. Vehicles)
Treadwear Traction Temperature
...................... ................................. ...................................... ............................. Tire Labeling ................................. Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)
−
Explanation
Required Federal ............................
. 524
. 526. 528
. 528
. 528
. 529
. 530. 532
Technical Information
Emissions Controls ....................... The Clean Air Act ..................... Crankcase Emissions Control .................................... Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System
System
Onboard Refueling Vapor
. 534
. 534. 534
. 534
Recovery
. 534
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 535
. 535................................ ... ....................
PGM-FI System Ignition Timing Control
System
................................ Exhaust Gas Recirculation ...................
(EGR) System
Three Way Catalytic
. 535
. 535
Converter
Replacement Parts Three Way Catalytic
........................... ....................
. 535
. 535Converters
Emissions Testing
................................. ........................
. 536
. 537523
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Identification Numbers
Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places.
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver’s side. It is also on the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
CERTIFICATION LABEL
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The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front left, below the valve cover.
The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission.
Identification Numbers
ENGINE NUMBER
TRANSMISSION NUMBER
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Specifications
Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track
Front Rear
Weights Gross vehicle weight rating
Seating Capacities Total Front Rear
Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type
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195.8 in (4,973 mm) 72.7 in (1,847 mm) 57.2 in (1,455 mm) 110.2 in (2,800 mm) 62.0 in (1,575 mm) 62.4 in (1,585 mm)
See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
HFC-134a (R-134a) −
15.8 17.60 oz (450 500 g)
−
ND-OIL8
Capacities Fuel tank
Engine coolant Engine oil
Change ＊ Total Change ＊
Including filter Without filter
Total Change Total
Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential fluid
SH-AWD differential case SH-AWD clutch case
Transfer assembly fluid Windshield washer reservoir
Change Total
Change Total Change Total
U.S. vehicles Canadian vehicles
Approx. 19.4 US gal (73 ) 1.59 US gal (6.0 ) 2.27 US gal (8.6 )
4.5 US qt (4.3 ) 4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 5.3 US qt (5.0 ) 3.3 US qt (3.1 ) 8.2 US qt (7.8 )
0.77 US qt (0.73 ) 0.79 US qt (0.75 )
2.8 US qt (2.7 ) 3.3 US qt (3.1 ) 0.45 US qt (0.43 ) 0.48 US qt (0.45 )
2.6 US qt (2.5 ) 6.9 US qt (6.5 )
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1 :
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2 :
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.58 ) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
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Lights Headlights (High Beam) Front turn signal Front side marker/Parking lights Rear turn signal lights Back-up lights Fog lights License plate lights Ceiling lights
Front Rear
Vanity mirror lights Door courtesy lights Trunk lights
inside trunk trunk lid
(HB3)
(Amber)
(Amber)
(H8)
60 W 24/2.2 CP 1.5 CP 21 W 21 W 35 W 5 W 8 W 8 W 2 W 2 CP 5 W 5 W
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Low beam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge tube (D2S).
Battery Capacity
Fuses Interior
Under-hood
12 V 12 V
− −
55 AH/5 HR 72 AH/20 HR
See page 519 and 520 or the fuse label attached to the inside of each fuse box cover. See page 518 or the fuse box cover.
Specifications
Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs
Alignment Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Tires Size
Pressure
Front Rear Front Rear Front
Front/Rear Spare Front Rear Spare
SOHC VTEC V-6 gasoline engine
3.54 x 3.78 in (90 x 96 mm)
223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm )
11.2 : 1
NGK: DENSO:
ILZKR7B-11S SXU22HCR11S
0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°8’ − 1°15’ − 2°10’
P245/45R18 96V T155/70D17 110M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one- half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature AAll passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
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Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below.
TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE
(1)
(1)
(4)
(3)
(2)
Tire Size Tire Identification Number (TIN) Maximum Tire Pressure
(1) (2) (3) (4) Maximum Tire Load
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TireSize Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means.
P245/45R18 96V
−
Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle).
245
−
Tire width in millimeters.
45
−
Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a percentage of its width).
−
Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
18
−
Rim diameter in inches.
96
−
Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry).
−
Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating).
TireIdentificationNumber(TIN) The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire.
DOT B97R FW6X 2202
DOT
−
This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
B97R
−
Manufacturer’s identification mark.
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FW6X
−
Tire type code.
Glossary of Tire Terminology
2202
−
Date of manufacture. Year Week
−
Cold Tire Pressure pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
The tire air
Tire Labeling
principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.
−
Load Rating Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum tire air pressure that the tire can hold.
−
Maximum Load Rating Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
−
Recommended Inflation Pressure The cold tire inflation pressure recommended by the manufacturer.
−
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) − Means the projections within the
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
−
Required Federal Explanation
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale
when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
−
Required Federal Explanation
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a 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.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
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Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your vehicle’s engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Con- trolling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environ- ment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon monoxide does not contri- bute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.
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The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on pages 445
and
452
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In Canada, Acura vehicles comply
with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada, at the time they are manufactured.
Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine’s crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The positive
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crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.
Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal 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.
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off.
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Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing control, exhaust gas recirculation, and three way catalytic converter. These four systems work together to control the engine’s combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that come out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems.
PGM-FISystem The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The powertrain control module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions.
IgnitionTimingControlSystem This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
ExhaustGasRecirculation(EGR) System The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned.
ThreeWayCatalyticConverter The three way catalytic converters are in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, they convert HC, CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen (N ), and water vapor.
Emissions Controls
Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Acura replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion.
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Three Way Catalytic Converters
THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine’s per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle’s three way catalytic converters.
Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converters ineffective.
Keep the engine well maintained.
Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.
The three way catalytic converters contain precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converters are referred to as three-way catalysts, since they act on HC, CO, and NOx. Replacement units must be original Acura parts or their equivalent.
The three way catalytic converters must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. They can set on fire any combustible materials that come near them. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables.
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Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following.
1.
2.
3.
Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4).
Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and 95°F (4° and 35°C).
Emissions Testing
4.
5.
Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it idle for 20 seconds.
Keep the vehicle in Park. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
6.
Without touching the accelerator pedal, let the engine idle for 20
seconds.CONTINUED
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Emissions Testing
7.
Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in D. Do not use the cruise control. 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).8.
Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
9.
Stop the vehicle, turn off the ignition switch, and leave it off for 30 minutes.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer.
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Warranty and Client Relations
Client Service Information Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects Authorized Manuals
.......... .................... ............. .....................
. 540
. 541
. 542
. 543539
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Client Service Information
Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management. The service manager or general manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way.
If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact Acura Client Relations
U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Relations Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 382-2238
Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc. Acura Client Services 180 Honda Boulevard Markham, ON L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-Mail: [email protected]540
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816Tel: (787) 620-7546
When you call or write, please give us this information:
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Vehicle identification number (see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Odometer reading of your vehicle Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:
NewVehicleLimitedWarranty covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.
−
these two
EmissionsControlSystemsDefects WarrantyandEmissions PerformanceWarranty − warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information.
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a seat SeatBeltLimitedWarranty belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
all exterior body panels are
RustPerforationLimitedWarranty − covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.
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AccessoryLimitedWarranty Acura accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details.
ReplacementPartsLimited covers all Acura Warranty replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.
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ReplacementBatteryLimited provides prorated Warranty coverage for a replacement battery purchased from your dealer.
−
ReplacementMufflerLifetime provides LimitedWarranty coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
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Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2012 Acura Warranty Information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2012 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Reporting Safety Defects
In the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada Inc. and you may also inform Transport Canada.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.saf ercar.gov NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from; or write to: Administrator,
http://www.saf ercar.gov
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety, go to
http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsaf ety
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Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order by phone or online:
(U.S. only)
Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only) Go online at
www.helminc.com
If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356.
Publication
Form Number
61SJA07
61SJA07EL61SJA30
61SJA31
31SJA670
31SJA850
31SJAM70
31SJAQ70ACU-R
Form Description
2009-2012 Acura RL Service Manual
2012 Acura RL
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
2005 Model Series Acura RL Body Repair Manual 2009 Acura RL Body Repair Manual Supplement
2012 Acura RL Owner’s Manual
2012 Acura RL Navigation System Manual
2012 Acura RL Maintenance Journal
2012 Acura RL Advanced Technology Guide
Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired
Authorized Manuals
Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand.
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.
Body Repair Manual: Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts.
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Accessories ACCESSORY (Ignition Switch
....................................
Position)
..................................... Accessory Power Sockets ............ Active Head Restraints ................ AcuraLink .................................... Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
. 391
. 152
. 197
. 159
. 337(AFS)
. 66, 319
. 320Indicator Operation
............................... ................................... Adaptive Front Lighting System .......................................... .................... ...........................
Additives, Engine Oil Advanced Airbags Airbag (SRS) Air Conditioning Air Pressure, Tires Alcohol in Gasoline Antifreeze Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
............................ ....................... ....................... ......................................
.............................
. 144
. 459
. 30
. 11, 26
. 204
. 482
. 383
. 461Indicator Operation
............................... ................................... ..............
. 64, 416
. 416
. 280Anti-theft, Audio System Anti-theft Steering Column
Lock
............................................
. 152
. 213
Audio System Auto Control Mode, Starting
................................
Engine
........................................ . 401
.......... Automatic Climate Control
