Acura ILX (2021 year). Manual in english — page 37

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Overheating

How to Handle Overheating

Overheating symptoms are as follows:

•

The temperature gauge needle is at the

mark or the engine suddenly loses

power.

•

The

Engine Temperature Too Hot.

message appears on the multi-information

display.

•

Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.

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First thing to do

1.

Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.

2.

Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.

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No steam or spray present:

Keep the engine running and open the hood.

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Steam or spray is present:

Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.

Then open the hood.

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How to Handle Overheating

NOTICE

Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the

mark may damage the engine.

Continuing to drive with the

Engine Temperature

Too Hot.

message on the multi-information display

may damage the engine.

3

WARNING

Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

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Next thing to do

1.

Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.

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If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.

2.

Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.

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If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the

MAX

mark.

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If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.

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Last thing to do

Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.

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How to Handle Overheating

If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.

Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.

3

WARNING

Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.

Reserve

Tank

MAX

MIN

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.

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What to do as soon as the indicator comes on

1.

Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.

2.

If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.

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What to do after parking the vehicle

1.

Stop the engine and let it sit for approximately one minute.

2.

Open the hood and check the oil level.

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Add oil as necessary.

2

Oil Check

P. 523

3.

Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.

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The indicator goes off: Start driving again.

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The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Immediately stop
the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.

If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when there is a problem with the charging system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.

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If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

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If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.

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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks

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Reasons for indicator lamp to come on or blink

•

Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.

•

Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.

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What to do when the indicator lamp comes on

Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.

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What to do when the indicator lamp blinks

Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.

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The message appears on when:

An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.

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What to do when the message appears:

1.

Stop the engine.

2.

Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.

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If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.

3.

Drive for several days of normal driving.

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The message should go off.

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When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on

Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described
above.

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Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message

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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

NOTICE

If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.

If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

•

The brake fluid is low.

•

There is a malfunction in the brake system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on while driving

Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.

•

If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.

•

If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.

If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

•

Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.

•

If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On

Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.

If the brake system indicator and

ABS

indicator come

on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.

If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
inspected by a dealer immediately.

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Canada

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If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink

A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS,
the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
If the compact spare tire

*

is installed, the indicator will either come on or

it will first blink for about one minute, then stay on.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
If the compact spare tire

*

causes the indicator to come on, change the

tire to a full-size tire.

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What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on

Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to first blink, and then stay on, change the
tire to a full-size tire. The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles
(kilometers).

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If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks

NOTICE

Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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Fuses

Fuse Locations

If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.

Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.

Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.

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Engine Compartment Fuse Box

Tab

■

Circuit protected and fuse rating

Circuit Protected

Amps

1

EPS

70 A

−

−

ABS/VSA FSR

30 A

ABS/VSA Motor

40 A

WIPER

30 A

Main Fuse

120 A

2

IG Main

50 A

Fuse Box Main

60 A

Fuse Box Main 2

60 A

Headlight Main

30 A

ST/MG SW

30 A

Rear Defogger

30 A

IG Main1

30 A

Blower

40 A

IG Main2

30 A

Sub Fan Motor

20 A

Main Fan Motor

20 A

3

−

−

−

−

−

−

−

−

4

−

−

5

Starter DIAG

7.5 A

6

−

−

7

−

−

8

−

−

9

−

−

10

−

−

11

Oil Level

7.5 A

12

Fog Lights

*

(20 A)

13

Injector

20 A

14

Hazard

10 A

15

FI Sub

15 A

16

IG Coil

15 A

17

Daytime Running Lights

7.5 A

18

Stop & Horn

10 A

19

−

−

20 Right Headlight Low Beam

10 A

21

IGP

15 A

22

DBW

15 A

23

Left Headlight Low Beam

10 A

24

−

−

25

MG Clutch

7.5 A

26

Washer

15 A

27

Small

20 A

28

Interior Lights

7.5 A

29

Backup

10 A

Circuit Protected

Amps

* Not available on all models

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Located under the dashboard.

Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.

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Circuit protected and fuse rating

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Interior Fuse Box

Fuse Label

Circuit Protected

Amps

1

−

−

2

ACG

15 A

3

SRS

10 A

4

Fuel Pump

15 A

5

Meter

7.5 A

6

Power Window

7.5 A

7

VB SOL

7.5 A

8

Right Door Lock Motor

(Unlock)

15 A

9

Left Door Lock Motor

(Unlock)

15 A

10

Audio

*

(15 A)

11

Moonroof

20 A

12 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding

(20 A)

13

Driver’s Power Seat

Reclining

(20 A)

14

Seat Heaters

(20 A)

15

Driver’s Door Lock Motor

(Unlock)

10 A

16

Passenger’s Power Seat

Sliding

*

(20 A)

17

Passenger’s Power Seat

Reclining

*

(20 A)

18

Driver’s Power Lumbar

10 A

19

Accessory

7.5 A

20

ACC Key Lock

7.5 A

21

Daytime Running Lights

7.5 A

22

HAC

7.5 A

23

−

−

24

ABS/VSA

7.5 A

25

ACC

7.5 A

26

−

−

27

Accessory Power Socket

20 A

28

−

−

29

ODS

7.5 A

Circuit Protected

Amps

*1:Model with Navigation system

30

Driver’s Door Lock Motor

(Lock)

10 A

31

SMART

10 A

32

Right Door Lock Motor

(Lock)

15 A

33

Left Door Lock Motor

(Lock)

15 A

34

Small Lights

7.5 A

35

Illumination

7.5 A

36

−

−

37

Premium Audio

*

(30 A)

*1

(20 A)

*

38

Left Headlight High Beam

10 A

39 Right Headlight High Beam

10 A

40

−

−

41

Door Lock

20 A

42

Driver’s Power Window

20 A

43

Rear Passenger’s Side

Power Window

20 A

44

Front Passenger’s Side

Power Window

20 A

45

Rear Driver’s Side Power

Window

20 A

46

−

−

Circuit Protected

Amps

* Not available on all models

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Inspecting and Changing Fuses

1.

Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.

2.

Remove the fuse box cover.

3.

Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.

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If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.

4.

Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.

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If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.

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Inspecting and Changing Fuses

NOTICE

Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.

Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label.

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Fuse Locations

P. 596

Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.

There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.

Combined

Fuse

Blown Fuse

Fuse Puller

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Emergency Towing

Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

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Flat bed equipment

The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.

This is the best way to transport your vehicle.

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Wheel lift equipment

The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground.

This is an acceptable way to

tow your vehicle.

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Emergency Towing

NOTICE

Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.

NOTICE

Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.

Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.

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Information

This chapter includes your vehicle's specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other

information required by regulation.

Specifications

. . . . . . . . . 602

Identification Numbers

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),

Engine Number, and Transmission
Number . . . . . . . . . . . 604

Devices that Emit Radio Waves

. ... 605

Reporting Safety Defects

. . . . . 606

Emissions Testing

Testing of Readiness Codes. . . .. 607

Warranty Coverages

. . . . . . 609

Authorized Manuals

. . . . . . . 612

Client Service Information

. . . ... 613

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Specifications

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Vehicle Specifications

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Air Conditioning

Model

ILX

No. of Passengers:
Front

2

Rear

3

Total

5

Weights:
Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating

See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb

Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)

See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb

Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)

See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb

Refrigerant Type

HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Charge Quantity

17.1 – 18.9 oz (485 – 535 g)

Lubricant Type

SE-A1 (POE)

Quantity

4.88 – 5.49 cu-in (80 – 90 cm

3

)

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Engine Specifications

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Fuel

■

Washer Fluid

Displacement

144 cu-in (2,356 cm

3

)

Spark Plugs

NGK

DILKAR7G11GS
DILKAR7H11GS

DENSO

DXE22HQR-D11S

Type

Unleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher

Fuel Tank Capacity

13.2 US gal (50 L)

Tank Capacity

U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 L)

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Light Bulbs

Headlights (High/Low Beam)

LED

Fog Lights

*

LED

Front Turn Signal Lights

LED

Parking/Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Side Marker Lights

LED

Brake Lights

LED

Rear Side Marker Lights

LED

Back-Up Lights

16 W

Taillights

LED

Rear Turn Signal Lights

21 W (Amber)

High-Mount Brake Light

LED

Rear License Plate Light

5 W

Interior Lights

Map Lights

LED

Ceiling Light

8 W

Ambient Lights

LED

Foot Lights

1.4 W

Glove Box Light

LED

Vanity Mirror Lights

1.4 W

Trunk Light

5 W

* Not available on all models

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Brake Fluid

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Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid

Specified

Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Specified

Acura ATF-TYPE 2.0

Capacity

Change

4.1 US qt (3.9 L)

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Engine Oil

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Engine Coolant

Recommended

·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil

Capacity

Change

4.4 US qt (4.2 L)

Change
including
filter

4.6 US qt (4.4 L)

Specified

Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2

Ratio

50/50 with distilled water

Capacity

1.71 US gal (6.49 L)
(change including the remaining
0.166 US gal (0.63 L) in the reserve tank)

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Tire

*1: Vehicle with 18 inch wheel
*2: Vehicle with 17 inch wheel
*3: Vehicle with optional spare tire

Regular

Size

225/40R18 92V

*1

P215/45R17 87V

*2

Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm

2

])

Front

33 (230 [2.3])

*1

35 (240 [2.4])

*2

Rear

32 (220 [2.2])

*1

33 (230 [2.3])

*2

Compact
Spare

*3

Size

T135/70D17 92M

Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm

2

])

60 (420 [4.2])

Wheel Size

Regular

18 x 7 1/2J

*1

17 x 7J

*2

Compact Spare

*3

17 x 4T

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Identification Numbers

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
and Transmission Number

Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number, and transmission number are
shown as follows.

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and
Transmission Number

The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.

Cover

Vehicle Identification Number

Engine Number

Certification Label/

Vehicle Identification Number

Dual Clutch Transmission

Number

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Devices that Emit Radio Waves

Each radio frequency device installed in the vehicle conforms to the requirements
and standards of the regulation listed below:

As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Reporting Safety Defects

In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists
in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-
9153); go to

http://www.safercar.gov

; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,

Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from

http://

www.safercar.gov

.

In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform Honda Canada Inc. and you may also inform Transport Canada.

If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada
cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada Inc.

To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may call 1-800-333-0510. For
more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety, go to

http://www.tc.gc.ca/

roadsafety

.