Acura 2002 MDX - Owner's Manual Bedienungsanleitung

2002 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed own

You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be t

Store the head restraints in thestorage compartment under thecargo area floor. Insert the shaftsof the head restraints into theholes in the sides of t

Make sure the outer shoulder beltsare positioned on each hookwhenever the third seat is folded.Unlock the seat-back by pullingthe handle. Push the sea

The seat belts in the center seat ofthesecondrowandinbothofthethird row seats are equipped with adetachable seat belt anchor thatallows the seat belt

Both front seats are equipped withseat heaters. The ignition switchmust be ON (II) to use them. Pushthe front of the switch, HI, to rapidlyheat up the

Your vehicle’s windows areelectrically-powered. Turn theignition switch to ON (II) to raise orlower any window.Each door has a switch that controlsits

−CONTINUEDThe master control panel also con-tains these extra features:To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down and release

The power window system has a key-off delay function. The windows willstilloperateforuptotenminutesafter you turn off the ignition.Opening either fron

The moonroof has two positions: itcan be tilted up in the back forventilation, or it can be slid back intothe roof. Use the switch under theleft dashb

The inside mirror can automaticallydarken to reduce glare. To turn onthis feature, press the button on thebottom of the mirror. The AUTOindicator come

Adjust the outside mirrors with theadjustment switch on the left side ofthe dashboard:Turn the ignition switch ON (II).Move the selector switch to L(d

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.These safety features are designedto red

To apply the parking brake, push theparking brake pedal down with yourfoot. To release the parking brake,push on the pedal again. The parkingbrake lig

Turn the ignition switch ON (II).You cannot add a new drivingposition in the memory unless theignition switch is ON (II). You canrecall a memorized po

Doing any of the following afterpressing the MEMO button willcancel the storing procedure.Not pressing a memory buttonwithin 5 seconds.You can select

Press any button on the controlpanel: MEMO, 1 or 2.To stop the system’s automatic ad-justment;Push any of the adjustmentswitches for the seat.Shift ou

Your vehicle is equipped with a flip-over center console lid that providesa tray and beverage holders for thesecond row passengers.To open the beverag

The second row seat also has abeverage holder in the centerarmrest. To use it, pivot the armrestdown.Beverage HolderInstruments and ControlsSecond Row

The hooks on the floor of the cargoarea enable you to tie down itemsstored in the back. Make sure allstored items are secured beforedriving.To open th

To open the sunglasses holder, pushon the front edge. It will unlatch andswing down. To close it, push it untilit latches. Make sure the holder isclos

To use the sun visor, pull it down.You can also use the sun visor at theside window. Remove the supportrod from the clip and swing the sunvisor toward

Your vehicle has three accessorypower sockets. The front accessorypower socket is located under theaudio system. The second socket islocated in the ce

Your seat belt system alsoincludes a light on theinstrument panel to remind you andyour passengers to fasten your seatbelts.Seat belts are the single

The coin box is located under theaudio system. To open the coin box,pull the bottom edge. Close it with afirm push.To use a coat hook, push on the lid

When this switch is in the OFFposition:None of the lights come on when adoor or the tailgate is opened.The individual map lights in thefront can be tu

The cargo area (3rd row) lightcomes on when any door or thetailgate is opened if the switch inthe light is in the door activated(center) position. Whe

This light also works with the lightcontrol switch (see page ).The cargo area light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position,the light does no

The ignition switch light comes onwhen you open the driver’s door, andstays on several seconds after youclose the door.The light in the tailgate has a

...Climate Control System . 122...Fully-automatic Operation . 124...Semi-automatic Operation . 125...Mode Button/Mode Icons .

For the climate control system toprovide heating and cooling, theengine must be running.The automatic climate controlsystem in your Acura picks thepro

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▲▼Pressing the OFF button shuts theclimate control system completelyoff. Keep the system completely offonly for short periods. To keep staleair and mu

CONTINUEDWhen you turn the A/C off, thesystem cannot regulate the insidetemperature if you set it below theoutside temperature. With the A/Con, use th

Your vehicle has a SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger du

This button controls the source ofthe air going into the system. Whenthe indicator above this button is lit,air from the vehicle’s interior is sentthr

CONTINUEDUse the MODE Button or MODEicon to select the vents the air flowsfrom. Some air will flow from thedashboard corner vents in all modes.Each ti

The button directs the mainair flow to the windshield for fasterdefrosting. It also overrides anyMODE selection you may have made.When you turn off by

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is locatedin the top of the dashboard and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. D

Your vehicle has two controls for therear A/C unit. The rear A/C controlbutton is located on the climatecontrol panel, and the rear A/Cpassenger contr

CONTINUEDWhen the system is in FULL AUTO,the rear A/C passenger controlpanel cannot be used. The systemwill cycle on and off automatically tobring the

Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe temperature of the air flow.Use the MODE buttons to select thevents the air flows from.With the button select

＊＊The anti-theft feature will disable thesystem if it is disconnected from thecar’s battery. To get the systemworking again, you must enter acode numb

−−○○−−＋Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the TUNE knob to the right totune to a higher frequency, or to theleft to tune t

−The preset frequencies will be lost ifyour car’s battery goes dead, isdisconnected, or the radio fuse isremoved.Once a station’s frequency is stored,

Head restraints can help protect youfrom whiplash and other injuries. Formaximum protection, the back ofyour head should rest against thecenter of the

− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive the stations youpreset, you can use the Auto Selectfeature to find stations in the locala

−−Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader areeach adjustable. You select which ofthese you want to adjust by pressingthe TUNE knob. The mode changesfromBASto

For information, see page .You can use the instrument panelbrightness control dial to adjust the il-lumination of the audio system (seepage ). The aud

▲The ignition switch must be inACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).Make sure the tape opening on thecassette is facing to the right, theninsert the cassette most

−With a cassette playing, you can usethe FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEATfunction to find a desired program.Fast Forward andRewind move the tape rapidly. Tore

○○−○○−＋−＋To stop the SKIP function before itfinds the beginning of a song orpassage, press either of the SKIPbuttons ( or ).The SKIP function allowsyo

− The Repeat functioncontinuously replays the currentsong or passage. Press the RPTbutton to activate it; you will see RPTdisplayed as a reminder. Whe

CONTINUEDYour Acura’s audio system has an in-dash CD changer that holds up to sixdiscs, providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment. Youoperate

To load multiple CDs in oneoperation:Press and hold the Load buttonuntil you hear a beep and see‘‘____’’inthedisplay,thenrelease the button.On the lef

CONTINUEDIf you press the Load button while aCD is playing, the system will stopplaying that CD and start the loadingsequence. It will then play the C

To make sure you and yourpassengers get the maximumprotection from your vehicle’s safetyfeatures, check the following eachtime before you drive away:A

−−−○○○○＋−＋−Select the CD changer by pressingthe CD button. You will see ‘‘Cd’’ inthe display. The system will beginplaying the last selected disc in t

CONTINUEDTo take the system out of CD mode,press the AM or FM button, or inserta cassette in the player. If a tape isalready in the cassette player, p

To remove the disc that is currentlyplaying, press the Eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the display. Whenyou remove the disc from the slot,the sy

If you press the Eject button whilelistening to the radio or tape, or withthe audio system turned off, the discthat was last selected is ejected.After

IndicationIf you see an error indication in thedisplay while operating the CDchanger, find the cause in the chartto the right. If you cannot clear the

The anti-theft feature will disable thesystem if it is disconnected from thevehicle’s battery. To get the systemworking again, you must enter acode nu

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to is displayed.To change bands, press the AM orFM button. On the FM band, ST willbe displayed if

−−−−○○−＋The SCAN functionsamples all the stations with strongsignals on the selected band. Toactivate it, press the SCAN button,then release it. The s

− If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive the stations youpreset, you can use the Auto Selectfeature to find stations in the locala

If you do not like the stations AutoSelect has stored, you can storeother frequencies in the presetbuttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, orSCAN function to fin

The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver and other adultoccupants.These instructions also apply tochildren who hav

−−These twocontrols adjust the strength of thesound coming from each speaker.The Balance control adjusts the side-to-side strength, while the Fadercon

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control knob to adjust theillumination of the audio system (seepage ). The audio systemilluminates when the

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

You operate the CD player with thesame controls used for the radio.With the system on, insert the discinto the CD slot. Push the disc inhalfway, the d

−○○−○○＋−＋−You can use the SKIP buttons whilea disc is playing to select passagesand change tracks.This feature,when activated, plays the tracks onthe

−A Compact Disc changer is availableforyourvehicle.Itholdsuptosixdiscs, providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment. Youoperate this CD changer

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe CD player or the magazine.A new CD may be rough on theinner and outer edges. The smallplastic pieces causing

If you see an error indication in thedisplay while operating the CDplayer,findthecauseinthecharttothe right. If you cannot clear theerror indication,

If you see an error indication in thedisplay while in CD mode, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error indication,take t

＊＊The cassette system features Dolbynoise reduction, automatic sensing ofchromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, andauto-reverse for continuous play.Make sure t

CONTINUEDTo reduce the chance of injury, wearyour seat belt properly, sit uprightwith your back against the seat, andmovetheseatawayfromthesteering wh

▲−The tape direction indicator will lightto show you which side of thecassette is playing. The indicatesthesideyouinsertedfacingupwardis now playing.

−−○○−＋The SKIP and REPEAT functionsuse silent periods on the tape to findthe end of a song or passage. Thesefeatures may not work to yoursatisfaction

The cassette player picks up dirt andoxides from the tape. This contami-nation builds up over time andcauses the sound quality to degrade.To prevent t

▲▼The top and bottom buttons adjustthevolumeup( )ordown( ).Press the proper button and hold ituntil the desired volume is reached,then release it.The

You will have to store your favoritestations in the Preset buttons afterthe system begins working. Youroriginal settings were lost whenpower was disco

Once the security system is set,opening any door (without using thekey or the remote transmitter), orthe hood, will cause it to alarm. Italso alarms i

Push in the Cruise Control MasterSwitch to the left of the steeringcolumn. The indicator in theswitch will light.Cruise control allows you to maintain

You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the SET/decelbutton. The vehicle will decelerate.Release the button when yo

Youcancancelthecruisecontrolinany of these ways:Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.Press the Cruise Control MasterSwitch.Even with the cruise

−−＋＋The Trip Computer displays thefollowing information. The ignitionswitch must be in Accessory or ON.ClockDirection of travelOutside temperatureInst

Before driving, make sure everyonewith an adjustable head restraint hasproperly positioned the headrestraint. The restraint should bepositioned so the

TheAvgdisplayshowsyoutheaverage fuel economy since youlast reset the display.The E/T is the elapsed time thatthe ignition has been on. Itautomatically

The display shows either the rangeand Avg fuel economy, or the E/Tand Trip odometer. To changebetween these, press and release theTRIP button.To reset

To set the clock:Push the CLOCK button. Thehours digits will start blinking. Ifyou want to only set the minutes,go to step 4.To change the hours to a

−−You can also quickly set the time tothe nearest hour. Press the CLOCKbutton, then press the RESET button.If the displayed time is before thehalf hou

−−Press and hold the CLOCK andTRIP buttons until the displaychanges (about 1 second).Press the Calibrate (MODE)button.Press the Set (FAN) button.‘‘Cal

−−Drivethevehicleslowlyintwocomplete circles.In most areas, there is a variationbetween magnetic north and truenorth. Zone selection is required sothe

If the zone is incorrect, press andhold the MODE button to get thenumber to count down, or the A/Cbutton to get the number to countup. If the zone is

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Always use a soft cloth and mildglass/plastic cleaner (such ascleaners for computer monitorscreens) to clean the display.When you wipe the screen, som

The Trip Computer displays thefollowing information. To switch tothis display, press the A/C-Tripbutton.TheAvgdisplayshowsyoutheaverage fuel economy s

CONTINUEDPosition the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthebeltsothelappartfitssnugly.This l

The E/T is the elapsed time thatthe ignition has been on. Thisdisplay can be reset at any time.The Trip display shows you thetotal distance you have d

If the fuel pump icon is displayed, itmeans the displays were recordedand reset automatically when thevehicle was refueled.Every time the displays are

Always refer to the operatinginstructions and safety informationthat came with your garage dooropener or other equipment youintend to operate with the

−If you are training the second orthird buttons, go directly to Step 1.Unplug the garage door openermotor from the house current.Before you can use Ho

Canadian Owners:The remote control you are trainingfrom may stop transmitting after twoseconds. This is not long enough forHomeLink to learn the code.

Itmaybehelpfultohavesomeoneassist you with this procedure.Find the ‘‘Training’’ button on yourgarage door opener unit. Thelocation will vary, dependin

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Before you begin driving your Acura,youshouldknowwhatgasolinetouse, and how to check the levels ofimportant fluids. You also need toknow how to proper

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

Because the fuel fill cap is on thedriver’s side of the vehicle, parkwith that side closest to theservice station pumps.Open the fuel fill door by pul

This Owner’s Manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle, and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This Owner’s Manual covers

If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your arminstead of your shoulder, you need toadjust the seat belt anchor height.If nece

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.Place the cap in the holder on thefuel fill door.Stop

CONTINUEDIf you can open the hood withoutlifting the hood latch handle, or thehood latch handle moves stiffly ordoes not spring back as before, themec

Wipe the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.Insert it all the way back in its tube.Check the engine oil level every timeyou fill the vehicle wi

Remove the dipstick again andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make

The condition of your vehicle andyour driving habits are the two mostimportant things that affect the fuelmileage you get.Always maintain your vehicle

However, if electronic accessoriesare improperly installed, or exceedyour vehicle’s electrical systemcapacity, they can interfere with theoperation of

Do not remove any originalequipment or modify your vehicle inany way that would alter its design oroperation. This could make yourvehicle unsafe and i

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas so you can stow cargosafely.The glove box, and the pockets inthe front doors and seat-backs, aredesig

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rol

Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the cargo area, placing theheaviest items on the bottom andas far forward as possible. Tiedown items that could

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.If a seat belt does not seem to workas it should, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.Anyone us

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Your MDX has higher groundclearance than a passenger vehicledesigned for use only on pavement.Higher ground clearance has manyadvantages for off-highw

Youshoulddothefollowingchecksand adjustments every day beforeyou drive your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean anduno

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Pre

This indicator on the instrumentpanel shows which position the shiftlever is in.Your Acura’s transmission has fiveforward speeds, and is electronicall

−To shift from:PtoRRtoNNtoDDtoDDtoDDto22to11to22toDDtoDDtoDDtoNNtoRRtoPDo this:Press the brake pedal, thenmove the shift lever.Move the lever.54355443

−−−−−To shift to Reversefrom Park, see the explanation underPark. To shift to Reverse fromNeutral, come to a complete stop andthen shift.Use Neutral i

− −These positionsare similar to D , except when youselect the D position, only the firstfour gears are selected. When youselect D , only the first th

−If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe eng

Adjust the steering wheel, if needed,so that the wheel points toward yourchest, not toward your face.Pointing the steering wheel towardyour chest prov

Put a cloth on the edge of the ShiftLock Release slot cover next tothe shift lever.Use a small flat-tipped screwdriveror small metal plate (neither ar

The Variable Torque Management4WD System (VTM-4) automaticallytransfers varying amounts of enginetorque to the rear wheels under lowtraction condition

To engage the VTM-4 Lock: To disengage the VTM-4 Lock, doone of the following:Press the VTM-4 Lock button.Move the shift lever to D , D orD.Turn the i

−Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. The indicatoron the instrument panel shows thatthe parking brake is not fullyreleased; it doe

When the brake pads need replacing,you will hear a distinctive metallic‘‘screeching’’ sound when you applythe brakes. If you do not have thebrake pads

You will feel a pulsation in the brakepedal when the ABS activates, andyou may hear some noise. This isnormal; it is the ABS rapidlypumping the brakes

＊＊＊＊on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock. Slow down and allow a greaterdistance between vehicles undert

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the front-to-rear brakingdistribution syst

−−Always driveslower than you would in dryweather. It takes your vehicle longerto react, even in conditions that mayseem just barely damp. Applysmooth

− Check your tiresfrequently for wear and properpressure. Both are important inpreventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss oftraction on a wet surface). In thew

Pregnant women should also situpright and as far back as possiblefrom the steering wheel ordashboard. This will reduce the riskof injuries to both the

Your MDX has been designed to towa trailer, as well as for carryingpassengers and their cargo.To safely tow a trailer, you shouldobserve the load limi

Too much tongue load reduces front-tire traction and steering control.Too little tongue load can make thetrailer unstable and cause it to sway.The GCW

＊＊＊Number ofOccupants234567 Towing is Not RecommendedNumber ofOccupants234567 Towing is Not RecommendedEquipped with transmission cooler and power ste

Thebestwaytoconfirmthatallloads are within limits is to checkthem at a public scale.To help ensure a safe drive to a scale,or if you cannot get to a p

Thebestwaytoconfirmthatyourvehicle and trailer loads are withinlimits is to have them checked at apublic scale. The vehicle and trailershould be fully

Check the gross combined weight. Check the weight of the hitchedtrailer. Write this number down.Check the weight of the unhitchedtrailer. Limit: See p

Discuss any additional needs withyour trailer sales or rental agency,and make sure all equipment isproperly installed and maintained.Since local requi

There are two common types oftrailer brakes: surge and electric.Surge brakes are common for boattrailers, since the brakes will get wet.Electric brake

If you use a non-Acura trailerlighting harness and converter, youcangetthematingconnectorandpins that mate with the connector inyour vehicle from your

Many states and provinces requirespecial exterior mirrors when towinga trailer. Even if they don’t, youshould install special mirrors if youcannot cle

Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt canseverely compromise theprotective capability of the seatb

The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’s handling and performance,so driving with a trailer requiressome special dri

When climbing hills, closely watchyour temperature gauge. If it nearsthe red (Hot) mark, turn the airconditioning off, reduce speed and, ifnecessary,

Your MDX can be towed behind amotorhome at legal highway speedsup to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do notexceed 65 mph (100 km/h).Otherwise, severe transmissiond

Replace the transmission fluid everytwo years or 30,000 miles (48,000km), whichever comes first.DrivingTowing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome239The st

Your MDX has been designedprimarily for use on pavement. Butits higher ground clearance and newfour-wheel drive VTM-4 systemallow you to occasionally

The route presents limits (someroads are too steep and bumpy forexample). You have limits (in drivingskills and comfort). And your vehiclealso has lim

The following pages contain practicaltips on basic off-highway operation.Driving off-highway can be hard on avehicle. Before you leave thepavement, be

Test your brakes from time to timeto make sure they are operatingproperly. This will also give you afeel for how much traction you haveon a given surf

Before driving through water, stopand make sure that:The water is never deep enough tocover your wheel hubs, axles orexhaust pipe. You could stall, an

If you get stuck, engage the VTM-4Lock mode (see page ).Carefully try to go in the direction(forward or reverse) that you thinkwill give you the best

Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many parents and otheradults may not know how toprotect young passeng

Trytostayonsmooth,leveldirtroads, and avoid driving in hillyterrain.Allow extra room for starting,stopping, and turning.Slow down if you encounter bum

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.This section also inclu

Regularly maintaining your vehicle isthe best way to protect yourinvestment. Proper maintenance isessential to your safety and thesafety of your passe

Before you begin any maintenance,make sure your vehicle is parked onlevel ground and that the parkingbrake is set. Also, be sure the engineis off. Thi

The Maintenance Schedule specifieshow often you should have yourvehicle serviced and what thingsneed attention. It is essential thatyou have your vehi

＃U.S. Vehicles:Your authorized Acura dealer knowsyour vehicle best and can providecompetent, efficient service.However, service at a dealer is notmand

−＃＊＃＃＃＃＊Follow the Normal ConditionsMaintenance Schedule if thesevere driving conditionsspecified in the SevereConditions MaintenanceSchedule do not a

＊＃＃＃＃□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＃＊Maintenance253Canadian owners:A, B, C, DABCDFollow the schedule for Severe Conditions.7,500 mi/12,000 km15,000 mi/24,

−−＊＊＊＊＃＃＃＃＊＃＊＊＊Follow the MaintenanceSchedule for Severe Conditions.Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)per trip or, in freezingtemperatures, driving less

−□−□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□＊＃＃＊＊CONTINUEDMaintenance255A, B, C, D, ECanadian OwnersU.S. OwnersBCADEService at the indicated distance or time, whichever co

According to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in theback seat, not the front seat. TheNational Hig

□□□□□□＊＃＃＃＊＊＊＊Maintenance25675,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs78,750 mi/126,000 km82,500 mi/132,000 km86,250 mi/138,000 km6yrs90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs93,750

CONTINUEDMaintenanceRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)25733,750 mi37,500 mi41,250 mi45,000 mi48,750 mi52,500 mi56,250 mi60,

MaintenanceRequired Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)25863,750 mi67,500 mi71,250 mi75,000 mi78,750 mi82,500 mi86,250 mi90,000 mi93,

−−−−−−Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the page given.Engine oil level

Fluid LocationsMaintenance260BBRRAAKKEE FFLLUUIIDD((GGrraayy ccaapp))CCOOOOLLAANNTTRREESSEERRVVOOIIRREENNGGIINNEE OOIILL DDIIPPSSTTIICCKK((OOrraanngge

To add oil, unscrew and remove theengine oil fill cap on top of the valvecover. Pour in the oil, and install theengine oil fill cap. Tighten it secure

You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil: itdisplays the API Certification Seal,and it is

Open the hood and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate co

Install a new oil filter according toinstructions that come with it.Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten it to:Ref

If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to the MAX line.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.Th

Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarge

Make sure the engine and radiatorare cool.Turn the radiator cap counter-clockwise, without pressing downon it, until it stops. This relievesany pressu

CONTINUEDTurn the ignition ON (II). Set theClimate control system to 90°F(32°C). Turn the ignition off.Openthehood.Makesuretheengine and radiator are

When the coolant stops draining,tightenthedrainplugatthebottom of the radiator.Tighten the drain bolt at the rearof the engine cylinder blocksecurely.

Fill the reserve tank to the MAXmark. Install the reserve tank cap.Install the radiator cap, andtighten it to the first stop.Start the engine and let

Fill the reservoir with a good-qualitywindshield washer fluid. Thisincreases the cleaning capability andprevents freezing in cold weather.When you ref

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.Shut off the engine.Remove the dipstick (yellow

Put a new washer on the filler bolt,then reinstall the filler bolt. Tightenit securely. Tightening torque:The differential should be drainedand refill

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention

Always use Honda Power SteeringFluid. If it is not available, you mayuse another power steering fluid asan emergency replacement.However, continued us

To replace it:The air cleaner element is inside theair cleaner housing on the driver’sside of the engine compartment.Disconnect the cable from the air

To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsontheda

Remove the old air cleanerelement.Carefully clean the inside of theair cleaner housing with a damprag.Place the new air cleaner elementin the air clea

The spark plugs in your vehicle are aspecial platinum-tipped design forlonger life. The spark plugs shouldbe replaced according to the timeand distanc

Disconnect the wire connectorfrom the ignition coil by pushingon the lock tab and pulling on theconnector. Pull on the plasticconnector, not the wires

＋−Torque the spark plug. (If you donot have a torque wrench, tightenthe spark plug two-thirds of a turnafter it contacts the cylinder head.)Tightening

−Check the condition of your vehicle’sbattery monthly. You should checkthe color of the test indicator window,and for corrosion on the terminals.If th

If you need to connect the battery toa charger, disconnect both cables toprevent damage to the vehicle’selectrical system.If your vehicle’s battery is

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Look for signs of cracking in therubber, or areas that are gettinghard. Replace the b

Slide the new wiper blade into theholder until the tabs lock.Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metal rein-forcement along the ba

Run the air conditioning at least oncea week during the cold weathermonths. Run it for at least tenminutes while you are driving at asteady speed with

−−Check the condition of the two drivebelts (power steering belt andalternator belt). Examine the edgesof each belt for cracks or fraying.If you see s

Using this feature willprevent children from opening thedoors and accidentally falling out(see page ).Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or

−−Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life and ridingcomfort. Underinflated tires wearunevenly, adverse

The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal driving conditions andspeeds. Tire pressures for highspeed driving are the

Your vehicle’s tires have wear indica-tors molded into the tread. When thetread wears down to that point, youwill see a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wideband ru

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, youshould have the tires rotated every7,500 miles (12,000 km). Move thetires to the positio

It is best to replace all four tires atthesametime.Ifthatisnotpossibleor necessary, then replace the twofront tires or the two rear tires as apair. Re

＋Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have anall-weather tread design. Theyshould be suitable for most winterdriving conditi

If you mount snow tires on yourAcura, make sure they are radialtires of the same size and load rangeas the original tires. Mount snowtiresonallfourwhe

Check the operation of your vehicle’sexterior lights at least once a month.A burned out bulb can create anunsafe condition by reducing yourvehicle’s v

Check the following:Headlights (low and high beam)Parking lightsTaillightsBrake lightsHigh-mount brake lightTurn signalsBack-up lightsHazard light fun

Open the hood.Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area or pull a trailer,readjustme

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to readthis manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls andco

Childrenuptoaboutoneyear old should be restrained in arear-facing, reclining child seat. Onlya rear-facing seat provides theproper support to protect

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by squeezing theconnector to unlock the tab, thenslide the connector off the bulb. Remove the socket from

Remove the bulb by turning itapproximately one-quarter turncounterclockwise.Your car uses halogen fog lightbulbs. See page for informationon replacing

Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.Insert the new bulb into the holeand turn it one-quarter turn clock-wise to lock it in place.Put the light

Put the socket back into the lightassembly and turn it clockwise tolock it in place.Test the light to make sure thenew bulb is working.Pull the bulb s

The individual map lights, cargo arealight, tailgate light, and the vanitymirror lights come apart the sameway. They do not all use the samebulb.Remov

Remove the bulb by pulling itstraight out of its metal tabs.Push the new bulb into the metaltabs. Snap the lens back in place.Front individual map lig

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If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than onemonth), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper pr

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Regular cleaning and polishing ofyour Acura helps to keep it ‘‘new’’looking. This section gives you hintson how to clean your vehicle andpreserve its

A child who is toolarge for a rear-facing child seat, andwho can sit up without support,should be restrained in a forward-facing child seat. See page

Frequent washing helps preserveyour vehicle’s beauty. Dirt and gritcan scratch the paint, while tree sapand bird droppings can permanentlyruin the fin

−−Your dealer has touch-up paint tomatch your vehicle’s color. The colorcode is printed on a sticker on thedriver’s doorjamb. Take this code toyour de

Vacuum the carpeting frequently toremove dirt. Ground-in dirt will makethe carpet wear out faster.Periodically shampoo the carpet tokeep it looking ne

Remove dirt and dust with a vacuumcleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a softcloth dampened in a solution of mildsoap and water. Use the samesolution with a s

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mi

Two factors normally contribute tocausing corrosion in your vehicle:Moisture trapped in body cavities.Dirtandroadsaltthatcollectsinhollows on the unde

Body repairs can affect your vehicle’sresistance to corrosion. If yourvehicle needs repairs after a collision,pay close attention to the parts usedin

This section covers the more-common problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the pro

Your vehicle has a compact sparetire that takes up less space. Use thissparetireasatemporaryreplace-ment only. Get your regular tirerepaired or replac

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Stopping in traffic or on the shoulderof a busy road is dangerous. Driveslowly

A small child in a forward-facingchild seat is also at risk. If thevehicle seat is too far forward,or the child’s head is thrownforward during a colli

Open the tailgate. Take the tools out of the storagecompartment.Turn the jack’s end bracketcounterclockwise to loosen it, thenremove the jack.Thetools

Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2turn with the wheel wrench.Put the wheel nut wrench on thehoist shaft.Turn the wrenchcounterclockwise to lower thespare

△Use the extension and wheelwrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts and flattire. Temporarily p

CONTINUEDBefore mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirtoffthemountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully,itmaybehotfromd

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

Store the jack in its holder. Turnthe jack’s end bracket to lock it inplace. Store the tools, and installthe cover.25.Changing a Flat TireTaking Care

Diagnosing why your engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn thekey to START (III):You hear nothing, or almostn

To jump start your vehicle, followthese directions closely:If your vehicle’s battery has rundown,youmaybeabletostarttheengine by using a booster batte

＋＋−Start your vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthe jumper cable connections tomake sure they have good metal-to-metal contact.

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine.If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running andwatch the tem

After selecting a proper child seat,and a good position to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:Make sure the child is pr

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.Wait until you see no more signsof steam or spray, then open thehood.If you don’t f

This indicator should light when theignition switch is ON (II), and go outafter the engine starts. It shouldnever come on when the engine isrunning. I

This indicator should come on whenthe ignition switch is ON (II), and goout after the engine starts. If itcomes on brightly when the engineis running,

If the indicator remains on past threedriving trips, or the fuel cap was notloose or missing, have the vehiclechecked by the dealer as soon aspossible

If possible, do not take your vehiclefor a state emissions test until thereadiness codes are set. To check ifthey are set, turn the ignition ON (II),b

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. Because of thebrake system’s dual-circuit design, aproblem in one pa

All the electrical circuits in yourvehicle have fuses to protect themfrom a short circuit or overload.These fuses are located in three fuseboxes.Thein

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, the first thingyoushouldcheckforisablownfuse.Determine from the chart on pagesand , or the diagr

Look for a burned wire inside thefuse. If it is burned, replace it withone of the spare fuses of the samerating or lower.Check each of the large fuses

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your vehicle.Leave the blown fuse in

Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back. Infants up to aboutone year of age must be restrained ina rear-

−No.No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedAmps.12345678910111213123440 A20 A20 A20 AABS MotorABS F/SRear ACC Sock

＊＊＊＊No. Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedAmps.No. Amps.12345678910111213141516Sun RoofDriver’s Power Seat RecliningPassenger’s Power Seat SlidingDr

−−−If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service or,ifyoubelongtoone,anorganizationthat provides roadside assistance.Never tow

Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour Acura, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informatio

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourAcura dealer u

The Transmission Number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The Engine Number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the front.Identification N

−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information342Dimensions CapacitiesAir ConditioningWeightsLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrackSee the tire information la

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Information343TiresAlignmentEngineFusesBatteryLights60 W (HB3)12 VSizePressure60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm

−The treadwear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governmenttest c

−The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen

The following pages provideinstructions on how to secure a rear-facing child seat with this type ofseat belt.To activate the lockable retractor,slowly

Some conventional gasolines arebeing blended with alcohol or anether compound. These gasolinesare collectively referred to asoxygenated fuels. To meet

If you are planning to take yourAcura outside the U.S., contact thetourist bureaus in the areas you willbetravelingintofindoutabouttheavailability of

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx) and hyd

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,Ignition Timing Control, ExhaustGas Recirculation and Three WayCatalytic Converter. These f

A defective three way catalyticconverter contributes to air pollution,and can impair your engine’s per-formance. Follow these guidelines toprotect you

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely, full (around3/4).Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 8hours or more.Make

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theacc

Customer Relations...Information . 354...Warranty Coverages . 355Reporting Safety Defects...

Acura dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

−−−−−−−−−a seatbelt that fails to function properly iscoveredfortheusefullifeofthevehicle.providescoverageforaslongasthepur-chaser of the muffler owns

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the chil

To contact NHTSA, you may eithercall the Auto Safety Hotline toll-freeat 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inWashington D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA, U.S. D

−＊＊＊＊２００２ＡＣＵThe following publications covering the operation andservicing of your vehicle can be obtained from HelmIncorporated, either by filling ou

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual complements the Service Manual byproviding in-depth troubleshooting information for eachelectrical circuit in your vehicle

CONTINUED...Accessories and Modifications . 201...Accessories . 201...Additional Safety Precaution . 202...

＊...Bulbs, Halogen . 295...Cancel Button . 174...Capacities Chart . 3

CONTINUED...Fabric, Cleaning . 309...Fan, Interior . 126Features, Comfort and...

...Fuel . 194...Fill Door and Cap . 195...Gau

CONTINUED...Neutral Gear Position . 213...New Vehicle Break-in . 194...NOTICE, Explanation of . i...

＊...Overheating, Engine . 325...Owner Maintenance Checks . 259...Oxygenated Fuels . 346...

＊CONTINUED...Tachometer . 67...Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 298.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 313...

To deactivate the lockingmechanism and remove a child seat,unlatch the buckle, unroute the seatbelt, and let the belt fully retract.Protecting Childre

＊Technical Descriptions...DOT Tire Quality Grading . 344...Emissions Control Systems . 348...Oxygenated Fuels . 346Three Way Ca

＊...Alignment and Balance . 289...Compact Spare . 314...Wrench . 317Windows...

Service Information SummaryGasoline: Tire Pressure (measured cold):Power Steering Fluid:Brake Fluid:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automati

Forproperprotection,aninfantmustride in a reclined, or semi-reclinedposition. To determine the properreclining angle, check with the baby’sdoctor or f

A child who can sit up withoutsupport, and who fits within the childseat maker’s weight and heightlimits, should be restrained in aforward-facing, upr

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.You will find this impor

The lap/shoulder belts in the outerback and front passenger seatingpositions have a locking mechanismthat must be activated to secure achild seat.The

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side to side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the chil

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in the back seat andwear a lap/shoulder

This could result inserious neck injuries during a crash.This could causevery serious injuries during a crash.It also increases the chance that thechi

Of course, children vary widely. Andwhile age may be one indicator ofwhen a child can safely ride in thefront, there are other importantfactors you sh

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manualand make sure you understand allseat belt instructions

Your vehicle has attachment pointsfor a tether-style child seat to beinstalled on the second or third rowas shown.Since a tether can provide additiona

Lift the head restraint, then routethe tether strap over the seat-backbetween the legs of the headrestraint.Attach the tether strap hook to thetether

Put the child seat in a second rowvehicle seat and attach the childseat to the lower anchorsaccording to the child seat maker’sinstructions.Your vehic

Follow the child seat maker’sinstructions for any additionaladvice on adjusting or tighteningthe fit.Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchora

These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a highcenter of gravity. This means your ve

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all seven seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tension

The seat belts in all seating positionsexcept the driver’s have an additionallocking mechanism that must beactivated to secure a child seat. (Seepages

If your airbags inflate, the tensionersimmediately tighten the front seatbelts to help hold the occupants inplace. The belts will remain tightuntil yo

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.Pull each belt out fully and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat th

Your Supplemental Restraint System(SRS) includes:Two front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the frontpassenge

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag’s surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with respi

Your vehicle is equipped with sideairbags for the driver and a frontseat passenger. The airbags arestored in the outer edges of the frontseat-backs, a

If the light comes on at any othertime, or does not come on at all, youshould have the system checked byyour dealer. For example:If the SRS indicator

A front seat passenger should notuse a cushion or other object as abackrest. It may prevent the cutoffsystem from working properly.When you turn the i

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.If rain or

Your Vehicle at a Glance2IINNDDIICCAATTOORR LLIIGGHHTTSSGGAAUUGGEESSGGLLOOVVEE BBOOXXSSHHIIFFTT LLEEVVEERRMMIIRRRROORRCCOONNTTRROOLLSSCCLLIIMMAATTEE C

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully.If a label comes

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour Acura. All the essential controlsare within

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＊＊＊＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.CONTINUEDIndicator LightsInstruments and Controls61

This indicator lights when you turnthe ignition switch ON (II). If itcomes on at any other time, itindicates that the passenger’s sideairbag has autom

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch ON (II). It will then go off ifyou have inserted a properly-codedignition ke

The left or right turn signal lightblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If the light does not blink orblinks rapidly, it usually means oneof t

Canadian models onlyThis indicator lights when you turnthe ignition switch to ON (II) withthe headlight switch off and theparking brake set. It should

＊＊＊ To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘A’’ logo.:Your Vehicle at a Glance3HHOORRNNCCRRUUIISSEE CCOONNTTRROOLLRREEMMOOTTEE AAUUDDIIOOCCOONNTTR

This indicator monitors thetemperature of the automatictransmission fluid. The indicatorshould come on for a few secondswhen you turn the ignition swi

U.S. ModelsCanadian ModelsThis shows your speed in miles perhour (mph). The smaller innernumbers are the speed in kilometersper hour (km/h).This shows

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Switch be

This indicator reminds you that it istime to take your vehicle in for sched-uled maintenance.Refer to the Maintenance Schedulesfor Normal and Severe D

Turn off the engine.Press and hold the select and resetbuttons on the instrument panel,then turn the ignition switch ON(II).Hold the buttons forapprox

＊＊＊Thetwoleversonthesteeringcolumn contain controls for drivingfeatures you use most often. The leftlever controls the turn signals,headlights, and hi

If you leave the lights on with theignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)or LOCK (0), you will hear areminder chime when you open thedriver’s door.To change

The lights will turn on again whenyou unlock or open the driver’s door.If you unlock the door, but do notopen it within 15 seconds, the lightswill go

Signal a turn or lane change with thislever. Push down on the lever tosignal a left turn, and up to signal aright turn. If you push it up or downall t

To operate the wipers in mist mode,push the control lever down. Thewipers run at high speed until yourelease the lever. This gives you aquick way to c

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The rear window wiper switch islocated next to the windshield wiperswitch.To clean the windshield, pull back onthe wiper control lever. The washersspr

The rear window defogger will clearfog,frost,andthinicefromthewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The light abovethe button lights

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in that position.Make sure you have securelylocked the steering wheel in placeby trying to move it up and

Your vehicle comes with two masterkeys and a valet key.The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle:• Ignition• Driver’s Door•GloveboxThe valet ke

The Immobilizer System protectsyour vehicle from theft. A properly-coded master or valet key must beused in the ignition switch for theengine to start

−If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may sometimes makeit difficult to turn the key fromLOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turnthe steering whee

−−− Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchreturns to ON (II) when you let go ofthe key.This is the normal keyposition when driving. All

Each door has a lock tab on the top.Whenyoupushdownthelocktabonthe driver’s door, all the doors andthe tailgate lock. Pulling up the locktab on the dr

You can lock and unlock your vehiclewith the remote transmitter. Whenyou push the LOCK button, all doorsand the tailgate lock. The parkinglights, side

Panic mode allows you to remotelyactivate your vehicle’s horn andlights to attract attention. Whenactivated, the horn will sound, andthe headlights, p

This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat beltsproperly. It explains y

＋As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Theremotetransmitterswillalsoactivate the Driving PositionMemory System (see page ).When you open the driver’s doorafter unlocking it with the remotet

See page for information oncargo loading. Keep the tailgateclosed at all times while driving toavoid damaging the tailgate, and toprevent exhaust gas

Open the glove box by squeezing thehandle. Close it with a firm push.Lock or unlock the glove box withthe master key.Glove BoxKeys and LocksInstrument

−Pull up or push down on the front ofthe switch to move the seat bottom’sfront edge up or down. Pull up orpush down on the rear of the switchto move t

Pull the center of the horizontalswitch up to raise the seat. Push itdown to lower the seat.Adjust the seat-back angle bypushing the rear switch in th

−To adjust the seat forward andbackward, pull up on the lever underthe seat cushion’s front edge. Movethe seat to the desired position andreleasethele

To change the seat-back angle of theseats in the second row, pull up onthehandleontheoutsideoftheseat-back.To adjust the seat-back angle of thethird s

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.14To remove a head restraint forcleaning or r

To get into the third row seats, pullupontheleveronthesideofthepassenger’s side second row seat-back. The seat-back will tilt forward,and the seat wil