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2. Remove the coupler.

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It can be removed by pushing the tab.

3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.

4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light

assembly and turn it to the right.

5. Insert the coupler into the connector of

the bulb.

Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to

the opposite side from the headlight
being replaced.

Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.

Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to
the right.

2. Remove the holding clips and screws, and

pull the inner fender back.

Bulb

Coupler

Tab

Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker: 21/5W

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Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs

Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.

Inner Fender

Screw

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3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.

4. Push in the old bulb, rotate to the left until

it unlocks, and remove.

5. Insert a new bulb.

Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs

Door mirrors have the side turn lights. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light bulbs.

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Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs

Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.

Push until the
pin is flat

Socket

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High-Mount Brake Light Bulbs

High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light bulbs.

Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Remove the cover.

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It can be removed by pulling it backward.

2. Use a Phillip-head screwdriver to remove

the bolts.

3. Slide out the light assembly to the side.

Brake/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light: 21 W/5W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W

Cover

Bolts

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4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.

Remove the old bulb.

5. Insert a new bulb.

Back-Up Light, Taillight Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Remove the cover by prying on the edge of

the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.

Bulb

Socket

Back-Up Light: 21W
Taillight: 5W

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2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.

Remove the old bulb.

3. Insert a new bulb.

Rear License Plate Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

1. Push the tab on the left and pull out the

lens and the socket attached to it.

Bulb

Socket

License Plate Light: 5W

Tab

Lens

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It can be removed by pushing the tab.

3. Remove the old bulb.

4. Insert a new bulb.

Tab

Lens

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Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades

Checking Wiper Blades

If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper
arm may scratch the window glass.

Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber

1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the

passenger side.

2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab.

Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip
screw driver.

3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.

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Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber

NOTICE

Avoid dropping the wiper arm; it may damage the
windshield.

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4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by

pulling the tabbed end out.

5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade

that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.

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Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.

6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder

from the bottom end.

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The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.

7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,

then push down the lock tab.

8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,

then the driver side.

Blade

Top

Retainer

Blade

Tab

Indent

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Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber

1. Raise the wiper arm off.

2. Pivot up the bottom end of the wiper blade

until it comes off from the wiper arm.

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Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber

NOTICE

Avoid dropping the wiper blade; it may damage the
rear window.

Wiper Arm

Blade

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4. Remove the retainers from wiper blade and

mount it to a new rubber blade.

5. Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.

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Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the
wiper arm.

Blade

Retainer

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Checking and Maintaining Tires

Checking Tires

To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.

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Inflation guidelines

Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or specification’s page for the specified pressure.

Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.

Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.

Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.

At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2
kgf/cm

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Inspection guidelines

Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.

Look for:

• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,

splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.

• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.

• Uneven tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.

• Excessive tread wear.

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• Cracks or other damage around valve stem.

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Checking Tires

Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or release air until the specified
pressure is reached.

If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm

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) higher than if

checked when cold.

Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have
been removed and reinstalled should be properly
balanced.

Measure the spare tire pressure once a month or
before long trips.

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WARNING

Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s
instruction regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.

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Tire and Loading Information Label

The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading
information.

Tire Labeling

The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.

Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.

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Tire and Loading Information Label

The tire and loading information label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:

a

The number of people your vehicle can carry.

b

The total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.

c

The original tire sizes for front, rear and spare, if
equipped.

d

The proper cold tire pressure for front, rear and
spare, if equipped.

Label Example

Example

Tire Size

Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)

Maximum
Tire Load

Maximum
Tire Pressure

Tire Size

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Tire Sizes

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Tire Sizes

Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.

P225/50 R17 93V

P:

Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle).

225: Tire width in millimeters.

50: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a

percentage of its width).

R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).

17: Rim diameter in inches.

93: Load index (a numerical code associated with the

maximum load the tire can carry).

V:

Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating

the maximum speed rating).

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The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like
the example in the side column. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire.

Cold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at
least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).

Load Rating – Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.

Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the tire
can hold.

Maximum Load Rating – Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.

Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure recommended
by the manufacturer.

Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – Means the projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.

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Tire Identification Number (TIN)

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Tire Identification Number (TIN)

DOT B97R FW6X 2209
DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all

requirements of the U.S. Department of
Transportation.

B97R: Manufacturer’s

identification mark.

FW6X: Tire type code.

22 09: Date of manufacture.

Year
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DOT Tire Quality Grading

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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Treadwear

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The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to
Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains
these gradings.

Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread
houlder and maximum section width.

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test
course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2)

times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits,

service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal
Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

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Traction

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Temperature

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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades
represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphat and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heate when
te sted under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test
wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to

degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which
all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on

the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is
abased on straight-ahead braking traction tests,

and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.

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Wear Indicators

The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.

Tire Service Life

The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).

In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including a spare

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, should be removed from service after 10 years

from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear.

Example of a Wear
Indicator mark

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