• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left under

the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover flammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.

• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

DRIVING

If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.

NOTICE

Interior Checks

• Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor

mats.

• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the

seats.

• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.

Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.

Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. To prevent rollovers or loss of control:

• Take corners at slower speeds than you would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that raises its center of gravity.
• Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Acura

accessory).

In addition:

• During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration

or full throttle operation so as not to damage the engine or powertrain.

• Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this

when the brake pads are replaced.

Improperly operating this vehicle on or off pavement can cause a crash or

rollover in which you and your passengers can be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions and guidelines in this guide.
Keep your speed low, and don’t drive faster than conditions permit.

WARNING

Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle’s handling,

stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt

or killed.
Follow all instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding accessories and

modifications.

WARNING

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