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Located on the side panel in the cargo area. 
Pull up the handle and remove the lid.

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Side Storage Compartment

Handle

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Front seat beverage holders

Press the raised detent to open the lid. To 
close the lid, push it down until it latches.

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Rear seat beverage holders

Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat 
beverage holders.

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Beverage Holders

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Beverage Holders

NOTICE

Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, 
and electrical components in the interior.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. 
Hot liquid can scald you.

Push

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There are three accessory power sockets; one 
in the console compartment, one in the front 
of the center console, and one in the left side 
panel in the cargo area.They can be used 
when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY 

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q  

or ON 

 (

w .

Open the cover to use it.

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Accessory Power Sockets

NOTICE

Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter 
element.
This can overheat the power socket.

NOTICE

Do not operate the tire repair kit compressor for 
more than 15 minutes. The accessory power socket 
and compressor can overheat and become 
permanently damaged.

The accessory power socket is designed to supply 
continuous electrical power for 12 volt DC 
accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 
amps).

To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket 
with the engine running.

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There is a coat hook on the rear grab handle 
of both sides. Pull it down to use it.

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Coat Hooks

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Coat Hooks

The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy 
items.

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Use the tie-down anchors to secure luggage in 
the cargo area.

The cargo hooks on both sides of the luggage 
area can be used to hang a light items.

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Tie-down Anchors

Anchors

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Cargo Hooks

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Cargo Hooks

NOTICE

Do not hang a large object or an object that weighs 
more than 6lbs (3kg) on the side cargo hooks. 
Hanging heavy or large objects may damage the 
hooks.

Hooks

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To open the sunglasses holder, push and 
release the indent. To close, push it again until 
it latches.

You can store eyeglasses and other small 
items in this holder.

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Sunglasses Holder

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Sunglasses Holder

Keep the holder closed while driving except when 
accessing stored items.

Push

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The ignition switch must be in ON 

 (

w  to use 

the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats 
faster than the LO setting.

There is no heater in the passenger’s seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.

While in HI, the heater cycles on and off.

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The appropriate indicator will be on 
while the seat heater is on. Briefly 
press the button on the opposite side 
to turn the heater off. The indicator 
will be off. When a comfortable 
temperature is reached, select LO to 
keep the seat warm.

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Seat Heaters

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the 
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may 
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.

In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and 
does not automatically turn off.

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WARNING

Heat induced burns are possible when 
using seat heaters.

Persons with a diminished ability to sense 
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes, 
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or 
with sensitive skin should not use seat 
heaters.

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The tonneau cover can be used to 
conceal your parcels and protect them 
from direct sunlight.

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To extend:

Pull the handle on the center edge, then clip 
the mounting rods in the hooks on both sides 
of the hatch opening.

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To retract:

Slip the rods out of the hooks, then slowly roll 
it back until it is completely retracted.

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To remove:

Push either end of the housing inward, then 
lift it out of its position.

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Tonneau Cover

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Tonneau Cover

Do not access parcels in the cargo area while driving. 
This may cause injury if you have to brake hard.

Do not stack objects higher than the top of the seat 
in the cargo area. They could block your view and be 
thrown about the vehicle during a sudden stop.

To prevent tonneau cover damage:

•

Do not place items on the tonneau cover.

•

Do not put weight on the tonneau cover.

Handle

Hook

Mounting Rod

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Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select. 
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers 
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.

Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Press the AUTO button.

2. Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side control 

switch.

3. Press the 

 button to cancel.

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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes

Press the 

 (recirculation) button and switch the mode depending on 

environmental conditions.

Recirculation mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through 
the system.

Fresh air mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in 
fresh air mode in normal situations.

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Using Automatic Climate Control

If any buttons are pressed while using the climate 
control system in AUTO, the function of the button 
that was pressed will take priority.

The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions 
unrelated to the button that was pressed will be 
controlled automatically.

To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the 
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO 
button is pressed.

If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down 
more rapidly by partially opening the windows, 
turning the system on AUTO, and setting the 
temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to 
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.

When you set the temperature to the lower or upper 
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.

Pressing the 

 button switches the climate 

control system between on and off. When turned on, 
the system returns to your last selection.

Floor and 
defroster 
vents

Floor vents

Dashboard and floor 
vents, and back of 
the center console

Dashboard vents 
and back of the 
center console

AUTO Button

Driver’s Side 
Temperature 
Control Switch

 (Recirculation) Button

 (Fan Control) Bar

A/C (Air Conditioning) 
Button

Passenger’s Side 
Temperature 
Control Switch

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Pressing the 

 button turns the air 

conditioner system on and automatically 
switches the system to fresh air mode.

Press the 

 button again to turn off, the 

system returns to the previous settings.

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To rapidly defrost the windows

1. Press the 

 button.

2. Press the 

 button.

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view 
through all the windows before driving.

Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower 
limit.

When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the 
windshield may fog up.

If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that 
the air hits the side windows.

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To rapidly defrost the windows

After defrosting or defogging the windows, switch 
over to fresh air mode. If you keep the system in 
recirculation mode, the windows may fog up from 
humidity. This impedes visibility.

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Synchronized Mode

You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver side and the passenger 
side in synchronized mode.

1. Press the SYNC button.

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The system will switch to synchronized mode.

2. Adjust the temperature using driver’s side temperature control switch.

Press the SYNC button to return to dual mode.

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Synchronized Mode

When you press the 

 button, the system changes 

to synchronized mode.

When the system is in dual mode, the driver side 
temperature and the passenger side temperature can 
be set separately.

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Automatic Climate Control Sensors

The automatic climate control system is 
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill 
any liquid on them.

Sensor

Sensor

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About Your Audio System

See the Navigation System Manual for operation of the audio system, AcuraLink 

*

, 

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, and voice commands for these features.

The audio system features AM/FM radio and the XM® Radio service. It can also play 
CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, USB flash drives, and iPod® and Bluetooth® devices.

You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, or 
the remote controls on the steering wheel.

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About Your Audio System

XM® Radio is available on a subscription basis only. 
For more information on XM® Radio, contact a 
dealer.

2 General Information on the Audio System

 

P. 169

XM® Radio is available in the United States and 
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

XM® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio, Inc.

Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not 
supported.

iPod® is a registered trademark owned by Apple Inc.

State or local laws may prohibit the operation of 
handheld electronic devices while operating a 
vehicle.

Models with navigation system

Models without navigation system

Remote Control

iPod®

USB Flash 
Drive

XM® Radio

* Not available on all models

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USB Adapter Cable

1. Unclip the USB connector and loosen the 

adapter cable.

2. Connect the iPod® dock connector or the 

USB flash drive to the USB connector.

Audio Antenna

Your vehicle is equipped with a removable 
antenna at the rear of the roof.

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USB Adapter Cable

•

Do not leave the iPod® or USB flash drive in the 
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may 
damage it.

•

Do not use an extension cable with the USB 
adapter cable.

•

Do not connect the iPod® or USB flash drive using a 
hub.

•

Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard 
disk drive, as the device or your files may be 
damaged.

•

We recommend backing up your data before using 
the device in your vehicle.

•

Displayed messages may vary depending on the 
device model and software version.

If the audio system does not recognize the iPod®, try 
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To 
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions 
provided with the iPod® or visit www.apple.com/
ipod.

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Audio Antenna

NOTICE

Before using a “drive-through” car wash, remove the 
antenna by unscrewing it by hand. This prevents the 
antenna from being damaged by the car wash 
brushes.

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Auxiliary Input Jack

Use the jack in the console compartment to connect standard audio devices.

1. Open the AUX cover.

2. Connect a standard audio device to the 

input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) 

stereo miniplug.

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The audio system automatically switches 
to the AUX mode.

Audio System Theft Protection

The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as 
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead.

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Entering the audio security code

ENTER CODE appears on the display when the power is reconnected.

1. Turn on the audio system.

2. Enter the audio security code using the preset buttons. If you enter an incorrect 

digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do not enter the code 
correctly after 10 tries, you need to visit a dealer to have the system reset.

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Auxiliary Input Jack

To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode 
buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by 
pressing the AUX button.

You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace 
the audio system.

State or local laws may prohibit the operation of 
handheld electronic devices while operating a 
vehicle.

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Audio System Theft Protection

Find the audio system’s security code and serial 
number on the radio code card.

Do not store the card in your vehicle. If you lose the 
radio code card, you must obtain the information 
from a dealer.

You can register the security code at Acura Owners 
(owners.acura.com.), and find information on how to 
retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at 
radio-navicode.acura.com.

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Audio System Basic Operation

To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY 

 (

q  or 

ON 

 (

w .

Use the selector knob or MENU button to 
access some audio functions.

Press 

 to switch between the normal and 

extended display for some functions. The 
extended display has three segments to 
display detailed information.

Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll 
through the available choices. Press 

 to set 

your selection.

MENU button: Press to select any setting 
such as the clock, sound control, or the 
compass. Press this button again to cancel the 
menu display mode.

RETURN button: Press to go back to the 
previous display.

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Audio System Basic Operation

These indications are used to show how to operate 
the selector knob.

Rotate 

 to select.

Press 

 to ENTER.

RETURN

 

Button

Selector 
Knob

MENU

 

Button

Menu Display

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