Acura RLX HYBRID (2020 year). Manual in english - page 30

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When Parking Your Vehicle

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When Parking Your Vehicle

The display automatically changes to the rear view when the gear position is 
changed to 

(

R

.

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Checking for Obstacles at the Back of Your Vehicle

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When Parking Your Vehicle

The ground view can be displayed even with the door 
mirrors folded. However, the viewable angle and 
blind spot change.
Do not refer to the surround view camera system 
when the door mirrors are folded.

Folded

Not folded

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Checking for Obstacles at the Back of Your Vehicle

When changing the gear position from/to 

(

R

, you 

may experience a delay in switching between the 
audio/information screen and a rear view image.

Rear Wide View

Rear Normal View

Rear Ground View

When the 

steering wheel is 

turned more than 

90 degrees.

The projection lines 
appear approx. 10 
inches (25 cm) 
outside the vehicle 
body.

Blind spots 
appear in 
black.

Press the 

CAMERA

 

button.

Approximate distances 
the guide lines indicate

Approximate distances the 
projection lines indicate

39 inches (1 m)

20 inches 
(50 cm)

39 inches 
(1 m)

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1.

With your vehicle at a complete stop, press the 

CAMERA

 button, then press the 

MENU

 button. Rotate 

 to select 

Back- in left park guidance

 or 

Back-in right 

park guidance

. Press 

.

2.

Move the vehicle forward perpendicular to the parking space and stop where the 
initial positioning guide in the display is at the center of the parking space.

3.

Turn the steering wheel fully to the left (if the parking space is on the passenger 
side) at a stop.

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The steering position alignment guide is displayed.

4.

Slowly move the vehicle forward.

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Stop the vehicle when the steering position alignment guide enters the parking space.

5.

Turn the steering wheel fully to the right (if the parking space is on the passenger 
side) at a stop. Start reversing the vehicle slowly.

6.

Stop the vehicle when it is parallel to the parking lines.

7.

Return the steering wheel to its center position, then reverse the vehicle slowly 
until it is parked within the space.

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Reversing into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines

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Reversing into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines

If the steering position alignment guide does not fit in 
the parking lines, the parking space is too small for 
the vehicle.

Reference lines can be useful only when the parking 
space is in a rectangular shape with straight parking 
marks and when vehicles in the next parking spaces 
are within the spaces.

Must be wider than approx. 8 feet (2.5 m)

The initial positioning 
guide must come here.

Must be wider than approx. 20 feet (6 m)

Make sure the guides 
are within the parking 
space when reversing.

Initial 
Positioning 
Guide

Steering Position 
Alignment Guide

A

B

C

Steering position alignment 
guide enters the parking 
space. (Step 4)

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1.

Press the 

CAMERA

 button, then press the 

MENU

 button. Rotate 

 to select 

Left parallel park guidance

 or 

Right Parallel park guidance

. Press 

.

2.

Move the vehicle forward parallel to the parking space and stop when the initial 
positioning guide shown in the display overlaps the front corner of the space.

3.

Turn the steering wheel fully to the right (if the parking space is on the passenger 
side) at a stop.

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The steering position alignment guide is displayed.

4.

Slowly reverse the vehicle.

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Stop the vehicle when the steering position alignment guide overlaps the 
sideline of the parking space.

5.

Turn the steering wheel fully to the left (if the parking space is on the passenger 
side) at a stop. Reverse the vehicle slowly.

6.

Stop the vehicle when it is parallel to the parking lines.

7.

Return the steering wheel to its center position, then reverse the vehicle slowly 
until it is parked within the space.

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Parallel Parking into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines

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Parallel Parking into a Parking Space Marked with Parking Lines

Reference lines can be useful only when the parking 
space is in a rectangular shape with straight parking 
marks and when vehicles in the next parking spaces 
are within the spaces.

Initial 
Positioning 
Guide

Steering Position 
Alignment Guide

Must be wider than approx. 20 feet (6 m)

Must be 
wider than 
approx. 8 
feet (2.5 m)

Must be longer than approx. 21 feet (6.5 m)

A

B

C

Initial 
positioning 
guide 
overlaps the 
front corner 
of the space. 
(Step 2)

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Driving

You can display the front ground view screen using all the four cameras for the 
system. Pressing the 

CAMERA

 button when the vehicle speed is at below 12 mph 

(20 km/h) changes the image as follows.

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Checking for the Sides of Your Vehicle

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Checking for the Sides of Your Vehicle

When the vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h), 
the front or side view on the screen automatically 
switches to the audio information screen. The front 
or side view screen resumes when the vehicle speed 
is reduced below 12 mph (20 km/h).

0 mph (0 km/h)

Down

Up

Camera 
Screen

Camera 
Screen

Audio/information 
Screen

Audio/information 
Screen

15 mph (25 km/h)

12 mph (20 km/h)

0 mph (0 km/h)

Side 
View

Front Wide View

Front Ground View

Press and hold the 

CAMERA

 button.

A Combined Image of 
Both Side Views

Approximate distance 
the reference line 
indicates.

Blind spots 
appear in black.

Projection lines 
appear.

Press the 

CAMERA

 

button.

When the 
steering wheel is 
turned more 
than 90 degrees.

approx. 3 feet (1 m)

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Checking from the front wide view at intersections

The front wide view screen is useful when you need to check for vehicles crossing 
from either direction at an intersection with poor visibility.

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Checking the sides of your vehicle

The side view screens are convenient when you pull over at a curb or tollbooth, or 
slowly pass by oncoming vehicles on a narrow road.

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Checking from the front wide view at intersections

The front wide view image is a wide-angled view. The 
displayed image will be largely distorted, and objects 
may appear closer or more distant than they actually 
are.

The angle 
provided by the 
front wide view 
screen is 180 
degrees.

Front Wide View Screen

When the vehicle 
speed is below 12 
mph (20 km/h), 
press the 

CAMERA

 button 

repeatedly until 
the front wide 
view comes on.

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Checking the sides of your vehicle

When the door mirrors are folded, the side views 
cannot be displayed.

Side View Screen

12 inches 
(30 cm)

12 inches 
(30 cm)

Press and hold the 

CAMERA

 button.

Approximate distance 
the projection lines 
indicate is 12 inches 
(30 cm) from the 
vehicle.

Side Views
The images 
from the side 
cameras.

12 inches 
(30 cm)

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The system may not work properly under the following conditions.

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Surround View Camera System Limitations

Conditions

Solutions

The images may not 
appear clearly when:

•

You activate the system in bad weather (heavy rain, 
snow, fog, etc.) or in the dark.

•

Camera temperatures are high.

•

A sudden change between light and dark such as an 
entrance or exit of a tunnel.

•

You drive into the sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk.)

Do not use the surround view camera system but rely 
only on visual confirmation until the conditions allow 
the system to work properly.

•

A camera lens is covered with dirt, moisture, or 
debris.

•

A camera lens is scratched.

Clean camera lenses with a soft cloth moisturized with 
water, mild detergent or glass cleaner.

The audio/information screen is dirty.

Wipe off the screen using a soft dry cloth.

A camera angle is 
altered.

A camera or the area around the camera has been 
severely impacted.

Do not use the surround view camera system and 
contact a dealer.

An error message is displayed while the surround view camera system is in use.

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Refueling

Fuel Information

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Fuel recommendation

Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the 
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.

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Top tier detergent gasoline

Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Acura 
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help 
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent 
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive 
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.

Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met 
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is 
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic 
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic 
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission 
control system.

For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on 
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at 

owners.acura.com

. In 

Canada, visit 

www.acura.ca

 for additional information on gasoline. For more 

information on top tier gasoline, visit 

www.toptiergas.com

.

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Fuel tank capacity: 15.1 US gal (57 L)

Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher

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Fuel Information

NOTICE

We recommend quality gasoline containing 
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and 
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain 
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions 
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline 
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based 
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is 
available.

Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely 
affect performance, and cause the malfunction 
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. 
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such 
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on 
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol 
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol. 
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try 
another service station or switch to another brand of 
gasoline.

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How to Refuel

Driving

How to Refuel

Your fuel tank is not equipped with a fuel filler cap. You can insert the filler nozzle 
directly into the filler neck. The tank seals itself again when you pull out the filler 
nozzle.

1.

Stop your vehicle with the service station 
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the 
rear.

2.

Turn off the power system.

3.

Press the fuel fill door release button.

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The fuel fill door opens.

4.

Place the end of the filler nozzle on the 
lower part of filler opening, then insert it 
slowly and fully.

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Make sure that the end of the filler 
nozzle goes down along with the filler 
pipe.

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Keep the filler nozzle level.

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When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will 
click off automatically.

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After filling, wait about five seconds 
before removing the filler nozzle.

5.

Shut the fuel fill door by hand.

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How to Refuel

The fuel filler opening is designed to accept only service 
station filler nozzles for refueling. Use of smaller 
diameter tubes (e.g., those used to siphon fuel for other 
uses) or other non-service station devices can damage 
the area in and around the filler opening.

The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in 
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result 
of changes in air temperature.

If the filler nozzle keeps turning off when the tank is 
not full, there may be a problem with the pump’s fuel 
vapor recovery system. Try filling at another pump. If 
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.

Do not continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has 
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed 
the full tank capacity.

If you have to refuel your vehicle from a portable 
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.

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Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container

 P. 583

3

WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. 
You can be burned or seriously injured 
when handling fuel.

•

Turn the power system off, and keep 
heat, sparks, and flame away.

•

Handle fuel only outdoors.

•

Wipe up spills immediately.

Press

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Driving

Fuel Economy and CO

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 Emissions

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO

2

 Emissions

Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO

2

 emissions is dependent on several 

factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and 
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the 
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.

You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle. 
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the 
multi-information display.

•

Use engine oil with the viscosity recommended.

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Recommended Engine Oil

 P. 504

•

Maintain the specified tire pressure.

•

Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.

•

Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside 
adds weight and increases wind resistance.

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Maintenance and Fuel Economy

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Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO

2

 Emissions

Direct calculation is the recommended method to 
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.

In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are 
established following a simulated test. For more 
information on how this test is performed, please visit 

http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/

Miles driven

Gallons of 

fuel

Miles per 

Gallon

100

L per 100 km

Liters of 

fuel

Kilometers 

driven

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Maintenance

This chapter discusses basic maintenance.

Before Performing Maintenance

Inspection and Maintenance ............ 492
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 493
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance 

Service ........................................... 494

Maintenance Minder

TM

..................... 495

Maintenance Under the Hood

Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 501
Opening the Hood ........................... 502
Engine Compartment Cover............. 503
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 504
Oil Check ......................................... 505
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 506

Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 507
Cooling System................................ 509
Inverter Coolant............................... 511
Transmission Fluid............................ 512
Brake Fluid....................................... 512
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 513

Replacing Light Bulbs

....................... 514

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades

.... 517

Checking and Maintaining Tires

Checking Tires ................................. 520
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 521
Tire Labeling .................................... 521
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 523

Wear Indicators ............................... 525
Tire Service Life................................ 525
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 526
Tire Rotation.................................... 527
Winter Tires ..................................... 528

12-Volt Battery

................................. 529

Remote Transmitter Care

Replacing the Button Battery ........... 530

Climate Control System Maintenance

.... 531

Cleaning

Interior Care .................................... 532
Exterior Care.................................... 534

Accessories and Modifications

........ 537

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Before Performing Maintenance

Inspection and Maintenance

For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle 
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient 
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. 
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in 
effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and 
inspection information.

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Daily inspections

Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when 
refueling.

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Periodic inspections

•

Check the brake fluid level monthly.

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Brake Fluid

 P. 512

•

Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.

2

Checking and Maintaining Tires

 P. 520

•

Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.

2

Replacing Light Bulbs

 P. 514

•

Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.

2

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades

 P. 517

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Types of Inspection and Maintenance

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Inspection and Maintenance

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of 
emissions control devices and systems may be 
done by any automotive repair establishment or 
individuals using parts that are “certified” to 
EPA standards.

According to state and federal regulations, failure to 
perform maintenance on the maintenance main 
items marked with # will not void your emissions 
warranties. However, all maintenance services should 
be performed in accordance with the intervals 
indicated by the multi-information display.

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Maintenance Service Items

 P. 498

If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks 
that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a 
subscription to the Service Express website at 

www.techinfo.honda.com

.

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Authorized Manuals

 P. 595

If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make 
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in 
the separate maintenance booklet.

U.S. models

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Before Performing Maintenance

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Safety When Performing Maintenance

Some of the most important safety precautions are given here. However, we cannot 
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. 
Only you can decide whether you should perform a given task.

•

To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames 
away from the 12-volt battery, all High Voltage system, and all fuel related parts.

•

Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.

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Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them, causing a fire.

•

To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not 
gasoline.

•

Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the 12-volt 
battery or compressed air.

•

Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.

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Only operate the engine if there is sufficient ventilation.

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Maintenance Safety

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Safety When Performing Maintenance

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WARNING

Improperly maintaining this vehicle or 
failing to correct a problem before driving 
can cause a crash in which you can be 
seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection and 
maintenance recommendations according 
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.

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WARNING

Failure to properly follow maintenance 
instructions and precautions can cause you 
to be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the procedures and 
precautions in this owner’s manual.

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Before Performing Maintenance

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Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

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The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.

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Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set, and 
the power system is turned off.

•

Be aware that hot parts can burn you.

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Make sure to let the power system including the engine and exhaust system 
cool thoroughly before touching vehicle parts.

•

Be aware that moving parts can injure you.

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Do not activate the power system unless instructed, and keep your hands and 
limbs away from moving parts. When the power mode is on, the engine can 
automatically start, or the radiator fan may start operating without the engine 
running.

•

Do not touch the high-voltage battery and wiring (orange).

Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

The use of Acura genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and 
servicing your vehicle. Acura genuine parts are manufactured according to the same 
high quality standards used in Acura vehicles.

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Vehicle Safety

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Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

NOTICE

Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may 
damage the engine cover and component parts.

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Maintenance Minder

TM

If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages 
appear on the multi-information display every time you set the power mode to ON. 
The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring your 
vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance services.

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To Use Maintenance Minder

TM

Maintenance items, which should be serviced at the same time that you replace the 
engine oil, appear on the multi-information display.
You can view them on the engine oil life screen at any time.

1.

Set the power mode to ON.

2.

Roll the right selector wheel until the engine oil life appears on the multi-
information display.

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Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information

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Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information

Based on the engine operating conditions, the 
remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed 
as a percentage.

There is a list of maintenance main and sub items you 
can view on the multi-information display.

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Maintenance Service Items

 P. 498

Displayed Engine Oil 

Life (%)

Calculated Engine Oil 

Life (%)

100

100 to 91

90

90 to 81

80

80 to 71

70

70 to 61

60

60 to 51

50

50 to 41

40

40 to 31

30

30 to 21

20

20 to 16

15

15 to 11

10

10 to 6

5

5 to 1

0

0

Remaining Engine Oil Life
Maintenance Service Items

Right Selector Wheel

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The system message indicator (

) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.

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Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information 
Display

Maintenance Message

Oil Life Display

Explanation

Information

Maintenance Due Soon

15 %

The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 
percent. Once you switch the display 
by rolling the right selector wheel, this 
message will go off.

The engine oil is approaching the end 
of its service life, and the maintenance 
items should be inspected and 
serviced soon.

Maintenance Due Now

5 %

The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 
percent. Roll the right selector wheel 
to switch to another display.

The engine oil has almost reached the 
end of its service life, and the 
maintenance items should be 
inspected and serviced as soon as 
possible.

Maintenance Past Due

Negative Distance

The remaining engine oil life has 
passed its service life, and a negative 
distance appears after driving over 10 
miles (U.S. models) or 10 km 
(Canadian models). Roll the right 
selector wheel to switch to another 
display.

The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be 
inspected and serviced immediately.