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■ Engine Specifications Displacement

212 cu-in (3,471 cm3) NGK DENSO

ILZKR7B11
SXU22HCR11

Spark Plugs

■ Fuel Fuel: Type Fuel Tank Capacity ■ Battery Capacity/Type ■ Washer Fluid

Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number of 91 or higher 18.5 US gal (70 ℓ)

55AH(5)/72AH(20)

Tank Capacity

U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ) Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)

■ Light Bulbs Headlights (Low Beam) Headlights (High Beam) Fog Lights Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors) Brake/Taillights Rear Turn Signal Lights Back-Up Lights Rear Side Marker Lights High-Mount Brake Light License Plate Lights Trunk Light Interior Lights

Spotlight Ceiling Light

Vanity Mirror Lights Courtesy Lights

35W (D2S) 60W (HB3) 55W (H11)

21/5W

LED

21/5W 21W 21W 3CP 21W 5W 5W

8W 8W 2W 3.8W

6-cylinder models ■ Vehicle Specifications Model Acura TSX No. of Passengers: Front Rear Total Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front)

U.S.: 4,630 lbs (2,100 kg) Canada: 2,100 kg

U.S.: 2,557 lbs (1,160 kg) Canada: 1,160 kg

Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear)

Air Conditioning: Refrigerant Type Charge Quantity Lubricant Type

U.S.: 2,083 lbs (945 kg) Canada: 945 kg

HFC-134a (R-134a) 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g) SP-10

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■ Engine Oil

Capacity

Recommended

4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)

·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil Change Change including filter ■ Engine Coolant Specified Ratio

Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
50/50 with distilled water 1.77 US gal (6.7 ℓ) (change including the remaining 0.196 US gal (0.74 ℓ) in the reserve tank)

4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)

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■ Brake/Clutch Fluid Specified ■ Transmission Fluid

Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Specified

Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)

3.5 US qt (3.3 ℓ) (Change)

Capacity

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■ Tire

Regular

Compact Spare

Wheel Size

Size Pressure psi (kPa [kgf/cm2]) Size Pressure psi (kPa [kgf/cm2]) Regular Compact Spare

P235/45R18 94V

33 (230 [2.3])

T135/80D16 101M

60 (420 [4.2])

18 x 8J 16 x 4T

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Identification Numbers

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register your vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle. See the image below for the VIN locations.

Engine Number and Transmission Number See the image below for the locations of your vehicle’s engine number and transmission number.

Vehicle Identification Number

4-cylinder models

Engine Number

Automatic Transmission Number

Manual Transmission Number

6-cylinder models

Engine Number Automatic Transmission Number

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Certification Label/ Vehicle Identification Number

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Devices that Emit Radio Waves

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The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.

U.S. models AcuraLink

Bluetooth® Audio

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver

Audio System

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®

Immobilizer System

Remote Transmitter

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below:

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Reporting Safety Defects

In the U.S. 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.

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.

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.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA,

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590.

You can also obtain othe r information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

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 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 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/roadsafety

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Testing of Readiness Codes Your vehicle uses “readiness codes,” as part of its onboard self diagnostic system. Some states refer to these codes during testing to see if your vehicle’s emissions components are working properly.

The codes may not be read if you go through the testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.

To check if they are set, turn the ignition switch to ON (w, without starting the engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.

If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready, prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:

1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.

2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.

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3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40 °F and 95 °F (4 °C and 35 °C).

4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for

20 seconds.

5. Keep the vehicle in (P (automatic transmission) or (N (manual transmission).

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).

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6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.

1Testing of Readiness Codes

The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test.

If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see a dealer.

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uuEmissions TestinguTesting of Readiness Codes

7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in (D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do not use 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. 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. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

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Warranty Coverages

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■ U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions control systems, and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.

Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty – these two warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information.

Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.

Accessory Limited Warranty – Acura accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details.

Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Acura replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.

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Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer.

Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.

Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2013 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 2013 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.

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Authorized Manuals

■ For U.S. Owners: The publications listed below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credit card orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.

Make an inquiry to Helm Inc. at (800) 782-4356 if you are interested in ordering other models’ or other years’ manuals.

Publication Form Number

61TL204
61TP103

61TL204EL

61TP103EL

61TL232
31TL1640

31TL1840

31TL1M40
31TL1Q40

ACU-R

Form Description

2011-2013 Acura TSX L4 Sedan/Sport Wagon Service Manual

2013 Acura TSX V6 Service Manual

2011-2013 Acura TSX

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual

2013 Acura TSX V6

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual

2009-2013 Acura TSX Body Repair Manual

2013 Acura TSX Owner’s Manual

2013 Acura TSX

Navigation System Owner’s Manual 2013 Acura TSX Maintenance Journal

2013 Acura TSX Advanced Technology Guide

Order Form for Previous Years- Indicate Year and Model Desired

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1Authorized Manuals Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman technician, 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.

For Canadian Owners: Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du propriétaire en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33TL1C40

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Client Service Information

Acura dealer personnel are trained professionals.

1Client Service Information

When you call or write, please give us the following information: • Vehicle Identification Number

2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

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• Date of purchase • Odometer reading of your vehicle • Your name, address, and telephone number • A detailed description of the problem • Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you

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 service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact Acura Client Relations/ Services.

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]

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Bella International P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546

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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 212
Accessories and Modifications ................ 219
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 129
Active Head Restraints............................. 122
Additives

Coolant .................................................. 240
Engine Oil ............................................... 234
Washer ................................................... 246
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 234
Adjusting

Armrest .................................................. 124
Front Seats.............................................. 116
Head Restraints....................................... 118
Headlights .............................................. 247
Mirrors.................................................... 114
Rear Seats............................................... 123
Steering Wheel ....................................... 113
Temperature ............................................. 78

Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System).................................................... 133
Changing the Mode................................ 133
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 134
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 270
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 133
Sensor .................................................... 136
Synchronized Mode ................................ 135
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 133
Air Pressure .............................. 260, 305, 307

Airbags ........................................................ 33
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 39
After a Collision......................................... 37
Airbag Care............................................... 47
Event Data Recorder .................................. 19
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 36
Indicator........................................ 44, 67, 70
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 45
Sensors...................................................... 33
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 42
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 40
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 43
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 143
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 212
Indicator.................................................... 66
Armrest ..................................................... 124
Audio System ............................................ 138
Adjusting the Sound................................ 142
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 140
Error Messages ........................................ 158
General Information ................................ 161
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 153
Recommended CDs ................................. 162
Recommended Devices............................ 164
Remote Controls ..................................... 160
Security Code .......................................... 140
Theft Protection....................................... 140
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 139
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 164
Authorized Manuals................................. 315

Auto Door Lock/Unlock.............................. 94
Customize........................................... 81, 83
Automatic Lighting .................................. 106
Automatic Transmission........................... 194
Creeping ................................................. 194
Fluid........................................................ 242
Kickdown................................................ 194
Operating the Shift Lever................... 13, 196
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 197
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 287
Shifting ................................................... 195
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 140
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 78
Average Speed ........................................... 79

Battery ...................................................... 268
Charging System Indicator................. 65, 290
Jump Starting.......................................... 284
Maintenance (Checking the Battery)........ 268
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 269
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 26
Beverage Holders ..................................... 128
Bluetooth® Audio ..................................... 156
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 167
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 59
Brake System ............................................ 210
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 212
Brake Assist System ................................. 213
Fluid........................................................ 244

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Foot Brake ............................................... 211
Indicator ............................................ 64, 292
Parking Brake .......................................... 210
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 109
Bulb Replacement..................................... 247
Back-Up Lights......................................... 254
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights .......... 253
Fog Lights................................................ 251
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights..................................................... 252
Headlights ............................................... 247
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 256
Rear License Plate Light............................ 255
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights..................................................... 253
Bulb Specifications............................ 304, 306

Carbon Monoxide Gas................................ 60
Cargo Hooks.............................................. 130
Carrying Cargo.................................. 183, 185
CD Player ................................................... 147
Certification Label .................................... 308
Changing Bulbs......................................... 247
Charging System Indicator ................. 65, 290
Child Safety ................................................. 48
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 94
Emergency Trunk Opener .......................... 97

Child Seat.................................................... 48
Booster Seats ............................................ 59
Child Seat for Infants................................. 50
Child Seat for Small Children..................... 51
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.................................................. 55
Larger Children ......................................... 58
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 50
Selecting a Child Seat................................ 52
Using a Tether........................................... 57
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 94
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 273
Cleaning the Interior................................ 271
Client Service Information ....................... 316
Climate Control System............................ 133
Changing the Mode ................................ 133
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows............................................... 134
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 270
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 133
Sensors ................................................... 136
Synchronized Mode................................. 135
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 133
Clock............................................................ 88
Clutch Fluid............................................... 245
Coat Hook................................................. 130
Compact Spare Tire .................. 277, 305, 307
Compass .................................................... 179
Console Compartment ............................. 127
Controls....................................................... 87

Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 240
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 241
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 240
Overheating............................................ 288
Temperature Gauge.................................. 75
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 194
Cruise Control .......................................... 201
Indicator ................................................... 71
Cup Holders.............................................. 128
Customized Features ................................. 80

Daytime Running Lights .......................... 107
Dead Battery ............................................ 284
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows................................................. 134
Detachable Shelf...................................... 126
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 309
Dimming

Headlights .............................................. 105
Rear View Mirror..................................... 114
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 235
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 105
Door Mirrors............................................. 114
Doors .......................................................... 89
Auto Door Lock ........................................ 94
Auto Door Unlock..................................... 94
Door and Trunk Open Indicator........... 25, 68
Keys.......................................................... 89

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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................................... 93
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................... 91
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 92
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 262
Driving ...................................................... 181
Automatic Transmission .......................... 194
Braking ................................................... 210
Cruise Control ........................................ 201
Shifting Gear .................................. 195, 199
Starting the Engine ................................. 191
Driving Position Memory System ............ 111
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 270

Elapsed Time .............................................. 79
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System

Indicator ........................................... 68, 292
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 204
Emergency................................................ 299
Emergency Trunk Opener ......................... 97
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 311
Engine....................................................... 308
Coolant .................................................. 240
Jump Starting ......................................... 284
Oil .......................................................... 234
Starting................................................... 191
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 104

Engine Coolant ......................................... 240
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 241
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 240
Overheating ............................................ 288
Temperature Gauge .................................. 75
Engine Oil ................................................. 234
Adding .................................................... 237
Checking................................................. 235
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 225
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 64, 290
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 234

EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 68, 292
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 60
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 273
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 114

Features..................................................... 137
Filters

Dust and Pollen ....................................... 270
Oil ........................................................... 238
Flat Tire ..................................................... 277
Floor Mats ................................................. 272
Fluids

Automatic Transmission........................... 242
Brake/Clutch............................................ 244
Engine Coolant........................................ 240
Manual Transmission ............................... 243
Windshield Washer.................................. 246

Fog Light Indicator..................................... 70
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 123
Foot Brake ................................................ 211
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 36
Front Seats................................................ 116
Adjusting ................................................ 116
Fuel...................................................... 14, 215
Economy ................................................. 218
Gauge....................................................... 75
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Range ....................................................... 78
Recommendation .................................... 215
Refueling................................................. 215
Fuel Economy ........................................... 218
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 14, 217
Message.................................................. 291
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 14, 216
Unable to Unlock .................................... 300
Fuses.......................................................... 294
Inspecting and Changing......................... 298
Locations................................................. 294

Gasoline (Fuel)

Economy ................................................. 218
Gauge....................................................... 75
Information ............................................. 215
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66

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Refueling ................................................. 215
Gauges......................................................... 75
Gear Shift Lever Positions

Automatic Transmission........................... 195
Manual Transmission ............................... 199
Glass (care) ................................................ 274
Glove Box .................................................. 126

Halogen Bulbs................................... 247, 251
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 275
HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ............................... 167
Change Language ................................... 178
Help Features........................................... 168
Information Display.................................. 168
Making a Call .......................................... 173
Menus..................................................... 169
Muting a Call........................................... 174
Phone Setup ............................................ 171
Phonebook .............................................. 175
Receiving a Call ....................................... 174
Sending Numbers or Names During a Call........................................................ 174
Transferring a Call ................................... 174
Hazard Warning Button............................... 2
Head Restraints......................................... 118
Headlights................................................. 105
Aiming .................................................... 247
Automatic Operation ............................... 106
Dimming ......................................... 105, 107

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Operating................................................ 105
Heated Door Mirrors................................ 110
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 132
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 69
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver............ 165

Identification Numbers ............................ 308
Engine and Transmission ......................... 308
Vehicle Identification ............................... 308
Ignition Switch ......................................... 104
Illumination Control................................. 109
Knob....................................................... 109
Immobilizer System .................................... 98
Indicator.................................................... 70
Indicators .................................................... 64
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 66
Charging System ............................... 65, 290
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 71, 202
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 71, 201
Door and Trunk Open ......................... 25, 68
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System.. 68, 292
Fog Light................................................... 70
High-Beam ................................................ 69
Immobilizer System ................................... 70
Lights On .................................................. 69
Low Fuel ................................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure................................ 64, 290
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS............. 68, 206, 208
Maintenance MinderTM ............................ 225

Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 291
Parking Brake and Brake System ............... 64
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 27, 66
Security System Alarm............................... 71
Side Airbag Off ................................... 46, 70
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 44, 67
System Message ....................................... 69
Transmission ............................................. 65
Turn Signal ............................................... 69
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System ............................................ 67, 204
VSA® OFF.......................................... 67, 205
Information .............................................. 303
Information Buttons .................................. 76
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 78
Instrument Panel........................................ 63
Brightness Control .................................. 109
Interior Lights........................................... 125
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 114

Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 280
Jump Starting........................................... 284

Key Number Tag ........................................ 90
Keyless Lockout Prevention....................... 92
Keys............................................................. 89
Lockout Prevention ................................... 92

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Number Tag.............................................. 90
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................. 94
Remote Transmitter .................................. 91
Retractable Master Keys............................ 89
Types and Functions.................................. 89
Valet Key .................................................. 90
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 194

Using a Key ............................................... 92
Lockout Prevention System........................ 92
Low Battery Charge.................................. 290
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 66
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 290
Lower Anchors............................................ 53
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 305, 307
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 185

Language (HFL) ........................................ 178
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 53
Lights ................................................ 105, 247
Automatic............................................... 106
Bulb Replacement ................................... 247
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 107
Fog Lights ............................................... 107
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 69
Interior.................................................... 125
Light Switches......................................... 105
Lights On Indicator.................................... 69
Turn Signals ............................................ 105
Load Limits ............................................... 185
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 89
Auto Door Lock/Unlock............................. 94
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 94
From Inside ............................................... 93
From Outside ............................................ 91
Keys.......................................................... 89
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 92

Maintenance............................................. 221
Battery .................................................... 268
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 244
Cleaning.................................................. 271
Climate Control....................................... 270
Coolant ................................................... 240
Maintenance MinderTM ............................ 225
Oil ........................................................... 235
Precautions.............................................. 222
Radiator .................................................. 241
Remote Transmitter ................................. 269
Replacing Light Bulbs............................... 247
Safety...................................................... 223
Service Items ........................................... 227
Tires ........................................................ 259
Transmission Fluid ................................... 242
Under the Hood ...................................... 229
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 65, 291
Manual Transmission................................ 199
Map Lights ................................................ 125

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Maximum Load Limit ............................... 185
Meters, Gauges........................................... 75
Mirrors ...................................................... 114
Adjusting ................................................ 114
Automatic Dimming ................................ 114
Door ....................................................... 114
Exterior ................................................... 114
Interior Rearview ..................................... 114
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 219
Moonroof ................................................. 103
MP3 ................................................... 147, 153
Multi-Information Display ......................... 76

Numbers (Identification).......................... 308

Odometer ................................................... 77
Oil (Engine)............................................... 234
Adding.................................................... 237
Checking................................................. 235
Displaying Oil Life.................................... 225
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 64, 290
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 234
Viscosity .................................................. 234

Opening/Closing

Hood....................................................... 231
Moonroof ............................................... 103
Power Windows...................................... 100

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Trunk......................................................... 95
Overheating .............................................. 288

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Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ................................................ 13, 198
Panic Mode ................................................. 99
Parking ...................................................... 214
Parking Brake............................................ 210
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 64, 292
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 45
Passing Indicators ..................................... 105
Power Windows........................................ 100
Precautions While Driving........................ 193
Rain......................................................... 193
Pregnant Women ....................................... 31
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 277

Radiator..................................................... 241
Radio (AM/FM).......................................... 143
Radio Data System (RDS).......................... 144
Range .......................................................... 78
RDS (Radio Data System).......................... 144
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 311
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...................................................... 110
Rear Seats (Folding Down)....................... 123

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Rearview Mirror (Automatic Dimming) .. 114
Refueling .................................................. 215
Fuel Gauge............................................ 8, 75
Gasoline.................................. 215, 304, 306
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 66
Regulations............................... 208, 262, 309
Remote Transmitter ................................... 91
Replacement

Battery .................................................... 269
Bulbs....................................................... 247
Fuses....................................................... 294
Tires ........................................................ 265
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 257
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 310
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 77
Retractable Master Keys ............................ 89
Reverse Tilt Mirror.................................... 115

Safe Driving ................................................ 21
Safety Check ............................................... 25
Safety Labels............................................... 61
Safety Message........................................... 20
Seat Belts .................................................... 26
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 28
Checking................................................... 32
Fastening .................................................. 29
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.................................................. 55

Pregnant Women...................................... 31
Reminder .................................................. 27
Warning Indicator ............................... 27, 66
Seat Heaters ............................................. 132
Seats.......................................................... 116
Adjusting ................................................ 116
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support.................. 120
Front Seats.............................................. 116
Rear Seats............................................... 123
Seat Heaters ........................................... 132
Security System .......................................... 98
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 70
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 71
SEL/RESET Knob.......................................... 76
Select Lever ................................ 13, 195, 199
Operation ................................. 13, 196, 199
Releasing ................................................ 287
Won’t Move ........................................... 287
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 52
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 141
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 197
Setting the Clock........................................ 88
Shift Lever .................................. 13, 195, 199
Shift Position Indicator ............................ 196
Shifting (Transmission) .................... 195, 199
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 30
Side Airbags ............................................... 40
Cutoff System........................................... 42
Off Indicator ............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 43
Snow Tires ................................................ 267

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Index

Spare Tire ................................. 277, 305, 307
Spark Plugs ....................................... 304, 306
Specifications ........................................... 304
Specified Fuel ........................... 215, 304, 306
Speedometer.............................................. 75
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 36
Starting the Engine.................................. 191
Does Not Start ........................................ 283
Engine Switch Buzzer.............................. 104
Jump Starting ......................................... 284
Steering Wheel ........................................ 113
Adjusting ................................................ 113
Stopping ................................................... 214
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 131
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 36
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 2, 3, 104
SYNC Mode .............................................. 135
System Message Indicator ......................... 69

Tachometer ................................................ 75
Temperature .............................................. 78
Gauge ........................................................ 8
Outside Temperature Display .................... 78
Temperature Sensor ................................ 136
Time (Setting)............................................. 88
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..................................................... 206
Indicator ........................................... 68, 293

Tires ........................................................... 259
Air Pressure ............................. 260, 305, 307
Checking and Maintaining....................... 259
Inspection................................................ 259
Labeling .................................................. 260
Puncture (Flat Tire)................................... 277
Regulations ............................................. 262
Rotation .................................................. 266
Spare Tire ................................ 277, 305, 307
Tire Chains .............................................. 267
Wear Indicators ....................................... 264
Winter..................................................... 267
Tools .......................................................... 276
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 187
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 188
Load Limits .............................................. 187
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 190
Emergency .............................................. 299

TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 206
Indicator............................................ 68, 293
Transmission ..................................... 195, 199
Automatic ............................................... 195
Fluid ................................................ 242, 243
Manual.................................................... 199
Number................................................... 308
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 197
Shift Position Indicator....................... 13, 196
Trip Meter ................................................... 77
Trip/Reset Switch ........................................ 77

Troubleshooting....................................... 275
Blown Fuse.............................................. 294
Brake Pedal Vibrates.................................. 17
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 18
Emergency Towing.................................. 299
Engine Won’t Start.................................. 283
Noise When Braking.................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 288
Premium Gasoline ................... 215, 304, 306
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 277
Rear Door Won’t Open........................ 17, 94
Select Lever Won’t Move......................... 287
Warning Indicators .................................... 64
Trunk........................................................... 95
Lid............................................................. 95
Light Bulb........................................ 304, 306
Main Switch .............................................. 97
Unable to Open....................................... 301
Turn Signals .............................................. 105
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 69

Unlocking the Doors .................................. 91
USB Adapter Cable........................... 138, 139
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 164

Valet Key..................................................... 90
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5

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Tire Chains .............................................. 267
Wipers and Washers................................. 108
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 257
WMA ................................................. 147, 153
Worn Tires ................................................ 259

X Y Z

XM® Radio ................................................ 145

Vehicle Identification Number................. 308
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) .................. 204
Off Button ............................................... 205
Off Indicator .............................................. 67
System Indicator ........................................ 67
Ventilation ................................................ 133
Viscosity (Oil)............................. 234, 305, 307
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 204

Warning and Information Messages ......... 72
Warning Indicator On/Blinking................ 290
Warning Labels ........................................... 61
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately)............................................... 313
Watts ................................................. 304, 306
Wear Indicators (Tire)............................... 264
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)............ 280
Window Washers...................................... 108
Adding/Refilling Fluid............................... 246
Switch ..................................................... 108
Windows (Opening and Closing)............. 100
Windshield ................................................ 108
Cleaning.................................................. 274
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 134
Washer Fluid............................................ 246
Wiper Blades ........................................... 257
Wipers and Washers ................................ 108
Winter Tires............................................... 267
Snow Tires............................................... 267

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