Acura 2007 TL - Owner's Manual Bedienungsanleitung

2007 Acura TL Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printe

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction o

To open the trunk, press the trunkreleasebuttonontheleftcornerofthe dashboard. To open the trunkfrom the outside, press the trunkrelease button on the

The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever ne

−−−−If you unlock the doors with theremote transmitter, but do not openanydoorswithin30seconds,thedoors automatically relock and thesecurity system se

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a tr

−Remove the old battery and notethe polarity. Make sure thepolarity of the new battery is thesame ( side facing up), theninsert it in the keypad.An im

Customized settings(see page ).Driving position memory(see page ).When you unlock the driver’s doorwith a remote, that remote’s keylessmemory settings

−See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position seats and seat-backs.12 13The controls for the poweradjustable f

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.13The head restraints help protect youand you

Make sure all items in the trunk andthose extending through the pass-through are secured.Never drive with this cover open andthe trunk lid open.See on

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside mirror can autom

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.However, you and your passengerscan’t take full advantage of thesefeatures unless you

−−−The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the button. T

Two seat and outside mirrorpositionscanbestoredinseparatememories. You select a memorizedposition by pushing the appropriatebutton or using the approp

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

To stop the system’s automaticadjustment, do any of these actions:Press any button on the controlpanel: MEMO, 1, or 2.If desired, you can use theadjus

Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters:Both front seats are equipped withseat heaters. The passenger seatonly has heaters in the se

−Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower anywindow. To open a window, push theswitchdownandholdit.Releasetheswitch when you

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or a frontwindow fuse is removed, the AUTOfunction is disabled. The powerwindow system needs to

You can open all of the windows andthe moonroof from outside with theremote transmitter.You can open and close the windowsand moonroof with the key in

If the moonroof runs into anyobstacle while it is closingautomatically, it will reversedirection, and then stop. To close themoonroof, remove the obst

Change the hour by pressing andholding the H button until thenumbers advance to the desired time.Change the minutes by pressing andholding the M butto

Help keep you from being thrownagainst the inside of the vehicleand against other occupants.Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.Help keep you

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on

The front ceiling light has a three-position switch; ON, Door Activated,and OFF.When neither side is pushed in(Door Activated), the lights come onwhen

Interior Convenience ItemsInstruments and Controls119GLOVE BOXCONSOLE COMPARTMENTFRONT DOOR POCKETBEVERAGEHOLDERSSEAT-BACK POCKETSACCESSORY POWER SOCK

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids candamage the uph

Open the glove box by squeezing thehandle. Close it with a firm push.Lock or unlock the glove box withthe master key.To open the console compartmentst

The interior of each front door hasan extendable pocket for maps andother small, lightweight items. Eachpocket also has a sunglasses holder.You can re

To use the sun visor, pull it down.Whenusingthesunvisorfortheside window, remove the support rodfrom the clip, and swing it out. In thisposition, the

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The climate control systems in yourvehicle provide a comfortable drivingenvironment in all weatherconditions.The standard audio system hasmany feature

Vents, Heating, and A/C126DRIVER’S SIDE MODECONTROL BUTTONOFF BUTTONFAN CONTROLBUTTONSDUAL BUTTONAIR CONDITIONING BUTTONRECIRCULATION BUTTONPASSENGER’

They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:The rest of this section gives moredeta

Vents, Heating, and A/CFeatures127OFF BUTTONWINDSHIELDDEFROST BUTTONREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONFAN CONTROLBUTTONSDRIVER’S SIDETEMPERATURECONTROL BUTTON

▲▼When the indicator in the button ison, air from the vehicle’s interior isrecirculated throughout the system.When the indicator is off, air isbrought

Use the mode control button toselect the vents the air flows from.Some air will flow from thedashboard vents in all modes.Air flows from the centerand

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.Switch the fan

When the AUTO button on thedriver’s side is pressed, thetemperature control buttons on thepassenger’s side are disabled, andthe interior temperature i

You can manually select variousfunctions of the climate controlsystem when it is in fully automaticmode. All other features remainautomatically contro

Audio SystemFeatures133Models without navigation systemModels with navigation system０６／０８／１８ ２１：０６：１８ ３１ＳＥＰ６３０ ０１３８ Main MenuTable of Contents

Audio System (Models without Navigation System)134SCAN BUTTONTUNE/SOUNDKNOBSEEK BUTTONSAUTO SELECTBUTTONPRESET BUTTONSAM/FM BUTTONPWR/VOL KNOB０６／０８／１９

−−＋−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thepower/volume knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust

−−Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies

−The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengersand teenage children who are largeenough and mature eno

−−−Bass, treble, balance, and fader areeach adjustable. In addition, you canadjust the strength of the soundcoming from the center and thesubwoofer sp

−−＊＊Adjusts the volume levelbasedonthevehiclespeed.This function is set to MID as thedefault setting when the vehicleleaves the factory.You can use th

Your audio system is capable ofreceiving XMSatellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska. XMSatellite Radio is also available

−−○○−−＋To listen to XM radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position. Push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio syste

−− Youcanstoreupto12preset channels using the six presetbuttons. Each button stores onechannel from the XM1 band and onechannel from the XM2 band.To s

−−−−−−−XM is loading theaudio or program information.The channelcurrently selected is no longerbroadcasting.The encryptioncode is being updated. Wait

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

−＋CONTINUEDAudio System (Models without Navigation System)Operating the Disc ChangerFeatures145DISC SLOTSEEK BUTTONSSCAN BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONDISC BUTTO

−−−−−−−−Your vehicle’s audio system has anin-dash disc changer that holds up tosix discs. You operate this discchanger with the same controls usedfor

See page for how to adjust thefront seats.The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 1

To load multiple discs in oneoperation:With the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)position, press and hold the LOADbutton until you hear a

＋−−＋−＞Each time you press the DISP button,the display shows you the text dataon a disc, if the disc was recordedwith text data.You can see the album,

−−−−−In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA modeToselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turntheknobtother

−−−In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA modeTo take the system out of disc mode,press the AM/FM button, or insert atape in the tape player. To return todi

To remove a different disc from thechanger,firstselectitbypressingthe corresponding number on thepreset button. When that disc beginsplaying, press th

▲The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Make sure the open side ofthetapeisfacingright,theninsertthetapemostofthewayi

＊＊−−−＋−Dolby noise reduction turns onwhen you insert a tape. Theindicator will come on in thedisplay. If the tape was not recordedin Dolby, turn it of

The skip and repeatfunctions use silent periods on thetape to find the end of a song orpassage. These features may notwork if there is almost no gapbe

In addition to the standard audiocontrols, the audio system in yourvehicle can be operated using thevoice control system. See thenavigation section in

−−＋−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thepower/volume knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of

−−Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies

−−＋−−−−＋−−＊＊Bass, treble, left/right balance, andfront/rear fader are each adjustable.In addition, you can adjust thestrength of the sound coming from

Your audio system is capable ofreceiving XMSatellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska. XMSatellite Radio is also available

−−○○−−＋To listen to XM radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position. Push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio syste

−− Youcanstoreupto12preset channels using the six presetbuttons or preset icons. Each buttonstores one channel from the XM1band and one channel from t

−−−−−−−XM is loading theaudio or program information.The channelcurrently selected is no longerbroadcasting.The encryptioncode is being updated. Wait

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

＋−CONTINUEDAudio System (Models with Navigation System)Operating the Disc ChangerFeatures165DISC SLOTSEEK BUTTONSSCAN BUTTONRANDOM BUTTONREPEAT BUTTON

−−−−−−−−Your vehicle’s audio system has anin-dash disc changer that holds up tosix discs. You operate this discchanger with the same controls usedfor

Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.See page for how to adjust thehead restraints.Inser

−To load multiple discs in oneoperation:With the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)position, press and hold the LOADbutton until you hear

＋−−＋−＞Each time you press the DISP button,the display shows you the text dataon a disc, if the disc was recordedwith text data.You can see the album,

−−−−−In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA modeToselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turntheknobtother

−−−In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA modeThe scan function samples all tracks(files in MP3 or WMA) on the disc inthe order they are recorded on thedisc

▲▼If the disc was not recorded with textdata, only the track number is shown.To scroll through the display, touchthe or icononthesideofthedisplay.Togo

To remove the disc that is currentlyplaying, press the eject button. Youwill see ‘‘EJECT’’ in the display.When you remove the disc from theslot, the s

The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Make sure the open side ofthetapeisfacingright,theninsertthetapemostofthewayin

＊−−−＋＊Dolby noise reduction is manufactured underlicense from Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbolare trademarks

−Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtandoxides from the tape. Thiscontamination builds up over timeand causes the sound quality todegrade. To prevent this, you sh

Message Cause SolutionThechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedis

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.This s

When using CD-R discs, use onlyhigh quality discs labeled for audiouse.When recording a CD-R, therecording must be closed for it tobe used by the disc

Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzA radio station’s signal gets weakeras you get farther away fr

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

The auxiliary input jack isunderneath the accessory powersocket in the console compartment.The system will accept auxiliaryinput from standard audioac

▲▼＋−＋−＋−The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button, hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, thenrel

If you make a mistake entering thecode, do not start over; complete thefive-digit sequence, then enter thecorrect code. You have 10 tries toenter the

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, hood, and trunk. For thesystem to activate, you must lock thedoors from the

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release theb

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:Push the CRUISE button on

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

−If you are training HomeLink tooperate a garage door or gate, youshould unplug the motor for thatdevice during training. Repeatedlypressing the remot

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HomeLinkis a registeredtrademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subje

The HFL can store up to 50 namesand phone numbers in its phonebook.Withalinkedphone,youcanthenautomatically dial any name ornumber in the phonebook.Yo

To operate the HFL, use the HFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel.The HFL buttons are used asfollows:HFLTalk:Thisbuttonisused

＊＊＊＊−−−−−When you are operating the HFL, orwhen you manually select HFL onthe multi-information display, youwill see this information on thescreen:Sig

TheHFLisoperatedbytheHFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel. The nextfew pages provide instructions for allbasic features of t

When you finish a commandsequence, the HFL goes back toits main menu. For example, whenyou store the name, ‘‘Eric,’’ theHFL response is, ‘‘Eric has be

ThevoiceoftheHFLcanbesettomale or female (U.S. models only).Also, the incoming notification canbe set to a ring tone, a prompt, or nonotification.Pres

The HFL will accept a numeric, four-digit passcode that you can use forsecurity purposes.Follow the system setupprocedure as described previously.Pres

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.The information and specific

If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbags inflate.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acras

Your Bluetoothcompatible phonewith HandsFree Profile must bepaired to the HFL before you canmake and receive hands-free calls.HFL does not allow you t

When asked by the phone, enterthe four-digit code from step 3 intoyour phone. The HFL response is‘‘A new phone has been found.What would you like to n

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ TheHFL response is ‘‘Preparing todelete Eric’s phone.’’ Say ‘‘OK’’ tocontinue. Otherwis

You can make calls using any phonenumber, or by using a name in theHFL phonebook. You can also redialthe last number called. During a call,theHFLallow

To make a call using a name in the HFLphonebook, do this:To send a number during a call, do this:With your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY (

To send a name during a call, do this: To transfer a call from the HFL to yourphone, do this:To transfer a call from your phone to theHFL, do this:Pre

During a call, you can mute orunmute your voice to the person youare talking to.Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’ TheHFL

To edit the number of a name, do this:To delete a name, do this: To list all names in the phonebook, dothis:Press and release the Talk button.After th

？To call a name from the phonebook list,do this:www.acura.com/handsfreelinkTo store a phone number from yourphone:Press and release the Talk button.Af

？？Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwould like to store. For example,say ‘‘Neil at work.’’ The HFLresponse is, ‘‘Neil

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

On vehicles with navigation systemwww.acura.com/handsfreelinkTo use the cellular phonebook withthe HFL, say or select ‘‘CellularPhonebook’’ from the I

Search Imported Phonebook: Thisoption allows you to search thephone numbers stored in the HFL.When you enter a keyword for aperson’s name, such as the

To search the imported phonebookSelect a phonebook from thedisplayed list. If the phonebook youselect has a PIN icon, you will needthe 4-digit PIN num

−Select the number (1 6) of thedesired person from the list.Up to three category icons aredisplayed in the right side of the list.These category icons

To delete the imported phonebookYou can delete the storedphonebook from the HFL.Link your phone to the HFL andselect ‘‘Delete Imported Phonebook’’from

To add, change, or remove a PINnumber from any phonebookTo add a PIN numberYou can add, change or remove aPIN number from any phonebook.Select ‘‘PIN N

To change a PIN numberSelect the phonebook you wish tochange the PIN number for. Thedisplay will change as shownabove.Enter your current PIN number. E

This operation clears the HFL ofyour passcode, your paired phones,all names in the HFL phonebook,and all imported phonebooks.Clearing is recommended b

＜＞＜＞Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Oui or Yes,’’ Ifthere are no paired phoneswithout French name tags, theHFL response is ‘‘V

＜＞＜＞Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes or Oui.’’ Ifthere are no paired phoneswithout English name tags, theHFL response is ‘‘

CONTINUEDIf the indicator comes on or thebeeper sounds when the driver’s seatbelt is latched and there is no frontseat passenger and no items on thefr

AcuraLink enhances your ownershipexperience by providing a directcommunication link between yourvehicleandtheAcuraServer.Working through the XM radios

If you have new messages, anenvelope icon appears in the topright corner of the navigation screen.To open a message:To view previously read messages:P

Unread messages have a closedenvelope icon next to them. The icondisappears when it has already beenread.Only diagnostic infomessages overlay the navi

−−−−−−Select this button todelete the current message.Select this button to hear avoice read the entire message. Thisgives you more information than t

To delete all messages:The Delete All Messagescommand does not apply toDiagnostic Info and Recall messages.They can only be deleted by yourdealer.Pres

There are six message categories inAcuraLink: Quick Tips, FeatureGuides, Maintenance Minders,Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info,and Dealer Appointment

If your vehicle is affected by a recallor other important safetyinformation, a letter will be mailed toyou about the issue and how to fix it.If you do

Depending on the severity of theproblem, the message will let youknow if you should see your dealerimmediately or if you can wait until alater date.Wh

When you make an appointmentthrough the Owner Link OnlineScheduling Service, you can bereminded about that appointmentthrough AcuraLink in advance. If

−−−Select ON if you want to be notifiedof new messages (envelope iconappears on the navigation screen).Select OFF if you do not want to benotified of

To deactivate the lockable retractor,unlatch the buckle and let the seatbelt fully retract. To refasten theseat belt, pull it out only as far asneeded

−−Selectthis button to begin the processrequired to connect to Acura. This isused to access the most recentdiagnostic information when aproblem occurs

Compass operation can be affectedby driving near power lines orstations, across bridges, throughtunnels, over railroad crossings, pastlarge vehicles,

−−−−−−If you see ‘‘ ’’ in the compassdisplay, the compass is self-calibrating. The compass may needto be manually calibrated afterexposure to a strong

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On vehicles with navigation systemSince the rearview camera displayarea is limited, you should alwaysback up slowly and carefully, andlook behind you

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

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

CONTINUEDPark with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Open the fuel fill door by pullingonthehandletotheleftofthedriver’s seat.For f

Your vehicle’s on board diagnosticsystem will detect a loose or missingfuel fill cap as an evaporative systemleak. The first time a leak is detecteda

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by your dealer. Abelt

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up sligh

Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you

Try to maintain a constant speed.Everytimeyouslowdownandspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel. Use cruise control whenappropriate.Combine several shor

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Acura accessories, canmake it unsafe. Before you make anymodifications or add any accessories,be sure to

Some examples are:Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Removing parts

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxFront door and seat-back pocketsConsole compartmentTrunkRoof-rack (if installed)In addition,

−×Steps for Determining Correct LoadLimit:The maximum load for your vehicleis 850 lbs/385 kg (U.S.), 870 lbs/395kg (Canada). This figure includesthe t

Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheaviest items on the bottom andas far forward as possible.Store or secure all items that

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and the automatictransmission. It also include

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

Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Press the clutch pedal down all theway.

Your vehicle’s starting system has anauto control mode. When you turnthe ignition switch to the START(III) position, this feature keeps theengine’s st

If there is a problem with thestarting system, you will see a‘‘CHECK STARTING SYSTEM’’message on the multi-informationdisplay when the ignition switch

When slowing down, you can getextra braking from the engine byshifting to a lower gear. This extrabraking can help you maintain a safespeed and preven

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 engi

With the clutch pedal pressed,move the shift lever to the first/second gear side of the neutralgate, then shift to reverse.If you are still unable to

To shift from any position, pressfirmly on the brake pedal. Youcannot shift out of Park when theignition switch is in the LOCK (0) orACCESSORY (I) pos

−−−−−−To avoid transmission damage, cometo a complete stop before shiftinginto Park. The shift lever must be inPark before you can remove the keyfrom

−When you move the shift lever from‘‘D’’ to the Sequential SportShiftmode, the display shows the selectedgear.With the shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position,y

＋−＋−In Sequential SportShift mode, eachtime you push forward on the shiftlever, the transmission shifts to ahigher gear. Pull back on the lever todown

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).An indicator on the instrumentp

→→→→→→→→The transmission may automaticallydownshift from the higher gear tothe lower gear under theseconditions:Downshifting gives you more powerwhen

→→→→→→→→To shift from21324354Speed rangeunder 29 mph(47 km/h)under 56 mph(90 km/h)under 93 mph(150 km/h)under 130 mph(209 km/h)To release the reverse

Put a cloth on the edge of the shiftlock release slot cover. Using asmall flat-tipped screwdriver or ametal fingernail file, carefully pryon the edge

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helpspreventthewheelsfromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster th

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the EBD system may alsobe shut down.Test y

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes may cause the VSA tomalfunction. When replacing tires,make sure they are the same sizeand type as your origina

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.After inflating, the f

The TPMS can misinterpret the tirepressure because of differences inthe air temperatures. For example, ifyoucheckandfillyourtiresinawarm area, then dr

To see the inflation pressures of allfour tires, press the SEL/RESETbuttononthesteeringwheel.Thedisplay changes as shown above.Each tire pressure is s

If there is a problem with the TPMS,thetirepressuremonitorshowsa‘‘SYSTEM FUNCTION ERROR’’message and the tire pressurereadings are not displayed. If t

Each wheel is equipped with a tirepressure sensor mounted inside thetire behind the valve stem. You mustuse TPMS specific wheels. It isrecommended tha

This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Make sure your vehicle is pa

▲▼−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDDisplayedEngine Oil Life (%)100 %90 %80 %70 %60 %50 %40 %30 %20 %15 %10 %5%0%Calculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80

Iftheoillifeis15to6percent,youwill see the message ‘‘SERVICEDUE SOON’’ along with allmaintenance items that are neededat oil change time (see page ).W

▲▼▲▼All maintenance items displayed inthe information display are in code.For an explanation of thesemaintenance codes, see page .Your dealer will res

If you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show theproper ma

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see th

−−−−−−＃U.S. Vehicles:Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatep

＊＊＃＃−−＃＊Maintenance Minder278:If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 monthsafter the display is reset, change the engine oil

Maintenance RecordMaintenance279mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmMaintenancePerformedAB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345

Maintenance Record280mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMaintenancePerformedAB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345AB12345SignatureDateMaintenancePerforme

Fluid LocationsMaintenance281ENGINE OILFILL CAPENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIRBRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)CLUTCH FLUID(Manual Transmissiononly)RADIATOR CAPAUTOMATIC

The component parts in the enginecompartment are protected byseveral covers. You may need toremove the covers when youperform some simple maintenancew

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-grade 5W-20detergent oil displaying the APICertification Sea

Always change the oil and filteraccording to the maintenancemessages shown on the multi-information display. The oil and filtercollect contaminants th

Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain boltand oil filter for leaks.Reinstall the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil p

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.Always use Honda Long-life Anti-freeze/Coolant Type 2.

Your front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andchildren wh

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.Remo

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean c

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the filler holeto bring it to the level between theupper and lower marks on thedipstick.Pour the f

If no fluid comes out, remove thefiller bolt. Slowly add Honda ManualTransmission Fluid (MTF) until itstarts to run out of the check bolthole. Let the

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

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully soyou do not spill. Clean up any spillimmediately; it could damagecomponents in the enginecompartment.Always use H

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thetrunk, readjustment may be required.Adjustment should

Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turnclockwise to lock it in place.Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Remove the bulb from the socketbypushingitinandturningitco

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Open the trunk.Using a small screwdriver, pop upthe pin in the center of thefastener,

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand respo

Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems in the seat-back pocket.Also,makesurethefloormatbehindthe front passenger’s seat

Insert the fastener into the hole onthe side of the trunk lining, andpush in the head of the fastener.Screw the cargo net hook into thefender.Determin

Popupthepininthecenterofthe left or right corner fastenerwith a small screwdriver, andremove the fastener.Remove the left sidefastener the same way.Pu

Insert the socket into the lightassembly. Turn it clockwise tolock it in place.Testthelightstomakesurethenew bulb is working.Reinstall the trunk lid l

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every 6 months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard, or

Remove the blade from its holderby grasping the tabbed end of theblade. Pull firmly until the tabscome out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades.

＋However, these tires are not suitablefor driving on snow or ice, so all-season or winter tires must beinstalled for winter drivingconditions.See page

The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal driving conditions andspeed.Thecompactsparetirepressureis:Use a gauge to m

When you return to normal speeddriving, be sure to readjust the tirepressure for normal driving. Youshould wait until the tires are coldbefore adjusti

Your vehicle’s tires have wearindicators molded into the tread.When the tread wears down to thatpoint, you will see a 1/2 inch (12.7mm) wide band runn

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s side wall).

There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpathandwhentheindicatorcomeson or goes off.A front s

＋When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.Check the te

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can

Turn on the hazard warning lights,and turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Have allpassengers get out of the vehiclewhile you change the

Locate the jacking point nearestthetireyouneedtochange.Itispointed to by an arrow molded intothe underside of the body. Placethe jack under the jackin

Before mounting the spare tire,wipeanydirtoffthemountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully;itmaybehotfromdriving.Pu

Lower the vehicle to the ground,and remove the jack.Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked at

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problemwith your airbags or seat belttensioners.When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, t

Store the jack and tools in the toolcase. Place the tool case in thecenter of the flat tire.Lower the trunk floor, and closethe trunk lid.17.18.Changi

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:You h

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position, but the

＋＋Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.You cannot start a vehicle with anautomatic transmission by pushingor

−Once the vehicle is running,disconnect the negative cable fromthe engine hanger on your vehicle,then from the booster battery.Disconnect the positive

If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running, andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should sta

Put the radiator cap back ontightly. Run the engine, and checkthe temperature gauge. If it goesback to the red mark, the engineneeds repair (seeon pag

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.If necessary, add oil to bring thelevel back to the full mark o

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may go off as youcontinue driving, have the vehiclechecked by your dealer as soon aspossible.If th

If the brake system indicator comeson while driving, the brake fluid levelis probably low. Press lightly on thebrake pedal to see if it feels normal.I

If the indicator comes on orflashesonandoffwhileyoudrive.This indicatoralerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenautomatically shut off. It d

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.The vehic

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse box and all thefuses in the interior fuse box bypulling out each one with the fusepuller provided in the

No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedAmps.No.1234515 A30 A7.5 A10 A7.5 ALeft Headlight Low BeamRear Defroster CoilLeft Headlight High BeamSma

No.No. Amps.Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedAmps.1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132337.5 A30 A7.5 A20 A20 A20 A20 A20 A15 A15

−−The operatorloads your vehicle on the back of atruck.The towtruck uses two pivoting arms that gounder the tires (front or rear) and liftthem off the

For very short distances, such asfreeing the vehicle, you can use thedetachable towing hook that mountson the anchor in the front bumper.If your vehic

Screw the towing hook into thehook extension, and tighten itsecurely by hand.4.If Your Vehicle Gets StuckTaking Care of the Unexpected333To avoid dama

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−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to

Be aware that objects placed on thefront seat can cause the indicator tocome on.The passenger airbag off indicatormaycomeonandoffrepeatedlyifthe total

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped intothe engine block.Identification NumbersTechnical Info

−−＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications338CapacitiesCapacitiesWeightsAir ConditioningDimensions189.3 in (4,809 mm)2.6 US qt (2.5)7.9 US qt (7.5)3.1 US qt (2.9)5.3 US

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−The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accor

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

−−−−−−−−−−−−−Vehicletype(Pindicatespassenger vehicle).Tire width in millimeters.Aspect ratio (the tire’s sectionheight as a percentage of itswidth).Ti

−Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pressure recommendedby the vehicle manuf

−Your vehicle has also been equippedwith a TPMS malfunction indicatorto indicate when the system is notoperating properly. The TPMSmalfunction indicat

＊＊The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emis

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.This could make thedriver’s sea

The three way catalytic convertercontains platinum, palladium, andrhodium. These metals serve ascatalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely, full (around3/4).Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 s

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80to97km/h)foratleast20minutes. Drive on the highway inD (

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...Customer Service Information . 352...Warranty Coverages . 353Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles) .

U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please giveus this information:In Puerto Rico and the U.S. VirginIslands:Your dealership personne

−−−−−−−−−Your new Acura is covered by thesewarranties:covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, again

If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group ofvehicles, it may order a rec

＊＊＊−＊２００７ＡＣＵThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form on

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.If you have

CONTINUED...Accessories and Modifications . 240...Accessories . 240...Modifications . 241ACCESSO

＊＊＊...Certification Label . 336...Chains, tires . 307Changing Oil...

CONTINUED...Checking the Fuses . 327...Hazard Warning Flashers . 90...If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 332...

Gauges...Engine Coolant Temperature . 65...Fuel . 65...Speedometer . 65...

CONTINUED...Keys . 92...Keyless Memory Setting . 76...Label, Certificat

＊...Outside Mirrors . 106...Outside Temperature . 71...Overheating, Engine . 322...Owner’

＊＊CONTINUED...Seat Belts . 8, 18...Additional Information . 18...Clean

＊Unexpected, Taking Care...of the . 311...Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 340...Unleaded G

＊Wheels...Adjusting the Steering . 91...Alignment and Balance . 305...Compact Spare . 312Windows...

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):SpareTirePres

−Whenever possible,larger children should sit in the backseat, on a booster seat if needed, andbe properly restrained with a seatbelt (see page for im

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

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

−If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild

An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat,

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.In any of these situations, westrongly recommend th

If it is necessary to put a forward-facing child seat in the front, movethe vehicle seat as far to the rear aspossible, and be sure the child seat isf

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.When buyi

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at the outer rear seats.To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:Place the c

Other LATCH-compatible seats havea flexible-type connector as shownabove.Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjustin

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

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

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.Of course, it is not pra

After properly securing the childseat (see page ), lift the headrestraint, then route the tetherstrap over the seat-back andthrough the legs of the he

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:Does the child sit all the way backagai

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

A child may continue using a boosterseat until the tops of their ears areeven with the top of the vehicle’s orbooster’s seat-back. A child of thisheig

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

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

CONTINUEDThese labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

Vehicle with navigation system shownControl Locations56DRIVING POSITIONMEMORYPOWER DOOR LOCKSPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESMIRRORCONTROLSTRUNK RELEASEBUTTONCLIM

Vehicle with navigation system shownYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3POWER DOORLOCKSTRUNK RELEASEBUTTONFUEL FILL DOORRELEASE HANDLEHOO

＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.:Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls57VSA ACTIVAT

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.If you continue driving withoutfastening your seat belt, t

The engine can be severely damagedif this indicator flashes or stays onwhen the engine is running. Formore information, see page .If this indicator co

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates that thepassenger’s sid

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.This indicator has three functions:Itcomeson

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If an indicator does not blinkor blinks rapidly, it usually meanso

This indicator is in the fuel gauge. Itcomesonasareminderthatyoumust refuel soon. When the indicatorcomes on, there is about 1.2 U.S. gal(4.5) of fuel

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on while driving,it means that

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should rise toabout the middle of the gauge. Insevere driving c

▲▼▲▼The multi-information display in theinstrument panel displays variousinformation and messages when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position. S

＊＊ To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.:Your Vehicle at a Glance4INSTRUMENT PANELBRIGHTNESSWINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERSHAZARD WAR

▲▼▲▼If there is a problem with yourvehicle, for example, the parkingbrake is not fully released or a dooris not fully closed, the multi-information di

See page11See pages18, 58See pages18, 58See page59See page59See page268See page269See page236See page63See page287See page249See page274Multi-Informat

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The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

−−−−−−−−±±This shows the outside Fahrenheittemperature in U.S. models, andCentigrade temperature in Canadianmodels.The temperature sensor is in thefro

▼This shows the remaining life of theengine oil. It shows 100% after theengine oil is replaced and the displayis reset. The engine oil life iscalculat

You can receive or make phone callsfrom your cell phone through yourvehicle’s HandsFreeLink (HFL)system without touching your cellphone.To use the sys

▼Themessagesinthisdisplayindicate:When you press the INFO ( )button, the display changes as shownabove. This is the estimated distanceyou can travel o

When the tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) is functioningnormally and the tires are properlyinflated, you will see the abovedisplay on the multi-i

When the main menu displays"Keyless Memory Settings, " youcan customize some of the vehiclecontrol settings to your preference.To chang

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Seteup CategoryDOOR SETUPPageP.79P.80P.80P.81P.81Menu ItemAUTO DOOR LOCKAUTO DOOR UNLOCK (AT)AUTO DOOR UNLOCK (MT)KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCKM

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Menu ItemSECURITY RELOCK TIMERHEADLIGHT AUTO OFFTIMERINTERIOR LIGHT DIMMINGTIMESeteup CategoryDOOR SET UPLIGHTING SETUPDEFAULT ALLPageP.81P.82

▼To enter the customizing mode,press the SEL/RESET button while‘‘Keyless Memory Setting ’’ isdisplayed. The display will change asshown above.The firs

▼▼▼Auto Door UnlockOn models with automatic transmission On models with manual transmissionSelect the desired condition bymoving the pointer with the

▼▼Security Relock TimerKeyless Lock AcknowledgmentKey and Remote Unlock ModeIf you unlock the doors with theremote transmitter, but do not openany of

▼ ▼Select the desired relock time bymoving the pointer with the INFO( ) button and enter your selectionby pressing the SEL/RESET button.The headlights

▼▼▲▼▼Interior Light Dimming Time Default AllThe interior lights fade out when youclose all doors (see page ). Selecthow long it takes for the interior

＊＊ To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.:Controls Near the Steering Wheel84WINDSHIELDWIPERS/WASHERSINSTRUMENT PANELBRIGHTNESSHA

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highs

−−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

−To turn on automatic lighting, turnthe light switch to AUTO at any time.The lights will come on automaticallywhen the outside light level becomeslow

Tochangethe "HEA DLIGHTAUTOOFFTIMER" setting,seepage 82.The automatic lighting off featureturns off the headlights, all otherexterior lig

−＋＋−Adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel by pressing theor side of the adjustment button.Press to increase the brightnessand to decrease it. Y

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.The defogger and antenna wires onthe inside of the rear window

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in that position.To adjust the steering wheel:Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.Mov

The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle.The valet key works only in theignition and the driver’s door lock.You can keep the trunk pass-throug

Always make sure the key is fullyextended when you insert it to theignition switch. If the key is not fullyextended the immobilizer systemmay not oper

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. Electricalproblems could result that may makeyour vehicle undrivable.If you have lost y

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

Each front door has a master doorlock switch. Either switch locks andunlocks all doors. Push the bottom ofthe switch to lock the doors and thetoptounl