tire type Acura RLX 2014 User Guide

454Handling the Unexpected
ToolsTypes of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the trunk.
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
Jack Jack Handle Bar Towing HookWheel Nut Wrench/
Jack HandleFunnel Flat-tip Screwdriver GripTowing Hook Funnel Flat-tip Screwdriver Grip
Tool Case
Vehicle with temporary tire repair
kit is shown.

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery and apply the parking brake.
2.Move the shift lever to
(P
.
3.Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission FluidSpecified
Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Acura ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
2.1 US gal (8.0 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire*1: Except TECH, ADVANCE, and U.S. TECH-AUDIO models
*2: TECH, ADVANCE, and U.S. TECH-AUDIO models
*3: Vehicles with optional spare tire kitRegular
Size
P245/45R18 96V
*1
245/40R19 98W
*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
Front
32 (220 [2.2])
*1
35 (240 [2.4])
*2
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
*1
33 (230 [2.3])
*2
Compact
Spare
*3
Size T155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
18 x 8J
*1
19 x 8J
*2
Compact Spare
*3
17 x 4T

514Index
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 29, 75
Electric Parking Brake................................. 69
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 69, 483
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 74, 483
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 79
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System .................................... 77
Keyless Access System ............................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 80
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 82, 371
Lights On ................................................... 77
Low Fuel .................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 481
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 76, 380, 382
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 71, 482
Precision All Wheel Steer System................ 81
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 31, 73
Security System Alarm ............................... 77
Shift Lever Position .................................... 72
SPORT Mode ..................................... 81, 351
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 74
System Message ........................................ 76
Transmission .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 75, 375
VSA® OFF .......................................... 75, 376
Information............................................... 495
Instant Fuel Economy............................... 100
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control ................................... 144Interface Dial............................................ 193
Interior Lights........................................... 159
Interior Rearview Mirror.......................... 149
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 469
Jump Starting........................................... 475KKey Number Tag....................................... 116
Keyless Access System.............................. 118
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 120
Keys........................................................... 115
Lockout Prevention.................................. 120
Number Tag ............................................ 116
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 123
Remote Transmitter ................................. 117
Types and Functions ................................ 115
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)....... 346LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 367
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 370
Language (HFL)........................................ 288
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 57
Lights................................................. 137, 428
Automatic ............................................... 138
Bulb Replacement ................................... 428
Daytime Running Lights........................... 140High-Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 159
Light Switches......................................... 137
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits............................................... 339
Locking/Unlocking................................... 115
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 123
From Inside ............................................. 121
From Outside .......................................... 117
Keys........................................................ 115
Using a Key............................................. 120
Lockout Prevention System..................... 120
Low Battery Charge................................. 481
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength.................................................. 116
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 68, 481
Lower Anchors........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 339
Lumbar Support....................................... 153
MMaintenance............................................ 407
Battery .................................................... 446
Brake Fluid .............................................. 427
Cleaning ................................................. 449
Climate Control System .......................... 448
Coolant .................................................. 424