What do Acura Service & Maintenance Codes Mean?

What Do The Acura Service & Maintenance Codes Mean?

What Is The Difference Between Acura Service Codes A & B?

When a service message appears, there is a code beneath the “maintenance due” message that indicates which type of Acura service is needed. When the code begins with an “A,” that means that the engine oil needs to be replaced. When the code begins with a “B,” more involved service is required. “B” items include some of the following items – replacing the engine oil and oil filter, inspecting the front and rear brakes, checking parking brake adjustment and expiry date for tire repair kit, as well as inspecting tie rod ends, steering gearbox, suspension components, driveshaft boots, brake hoses, all levels of fluid, exhaust system and fuel lines.

What Do The Acura Maintenance Sub Items Mean?

In addition, if there is a numerical portion to the code beneath the “maintenance due” message, that number correlates to a maintenance sub item. Here is a breakdown of the sub items and their meaning:

• The number “1” indicates that the tires need to be rotated.
• Number “2” requires the air cleaner element and dust and pollen filter to be replaced and the drive belt to be inspected.
• If number “3” appears, the transmission fluid should be replaced.
• The number “4” indicates that the spark plugs and timing belt (if equipped) need to be replaced and valve clearance and water pump need to be inspected.
• The number “5” means that the engine coolant needs to be replaced.
• Number “6” means that the rear differential fluid needs to be replaced (if the vehicle is equipped).

Visit Our Acura Service Center In Clearwater, FL Today

At Crown Acura Clearwater, our Acura dealership has a wide inventory of new and used cars and trucks and pride ourselves on finding the right Acura for every customer’s needs and wants. We also take pride in serving our customers beyond the purchase of their vehicle – with our certified team of technicians and advisors in our Acura Service Department. Acura utilizes a maintenance minder system based on a sophisticated algorithm that conveniently alerts the driver when service is due based on factors such as mileage, driving habits, and engine operation. As the owner of an Acura, keep these helpful tips in mind for reading the service and maintenance codes that may appear when your car needs service. Keeping up to date with your car’s service needs ensures that your Acura will remain at its peak performance. But what do all of these service and maintenance codes mean?

Acura Service & Maintenance Messages

A number of maintenance messages may appear on the dashboard when service is needed. All of the information below can be found in your Owner’s Manual or online at Acura’s website. Conveniently, Acura vehicles alert the driver when service is due soon, when it is presently due, and when it is past due. The “maintenance due soon” message will appear when the remaining engine oil life is between six and fifteen percent. Additionally, a message will appear informing the driver of the exact percentage of the oil life. When the remaining engine oil life drops between one and five percent, the “maintenance due now” message appears, along with the percentage indicator. Lastly, when the engine oil life has passed, the “maintenance past due” message will appear, as well as a negative distance after driving for over ten miles after maintenance was needed.

Our Acura service department provides outstanding and efficient service and maintenance. Scheduling appointments is now even easier as you can schedule your service appointment online. Stop in today and speak with one of our knowledgeable staff members about your maintenance issue, schedule an appointment by phone or online, or feel free to contact our Acura service department in Clearwater with any inquiries you may have regarding your service needs. We pride ourselves on maintaining our customers’ vehicles in excellent condition and invite you to utilize our great service department.