battery location Acura RLX 2014 Owner's Manual

18Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected
(P 453)
Flat Tire
(P 455)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On (P 481)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
Engine Won’t Start
(P 472)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P 485)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P 479)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P 490)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:■Keyless access remote
Use the keyless access remote to start and
stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors
and to open the trunk.
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the keyless access remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the keyless
access remote until it clicks.■
Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 128
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Built-in KeyRelease Knob

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 454
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 455
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 466
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 472
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ............................................. 473
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 474
Jump Starting.................................... 475
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 478
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 479Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 481If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 481
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 482If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 482If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On .............................. 483
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator
Comes On............................................. 483
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 484
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 485
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 489
Emergency Towing........................... 490
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door................................................. 491When You Cannot Open the Trunk..... 492RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 493

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Main Fuse
150 A
2
Horn & Hazard
30 A
R/B Main 2 60 A
ABS/VSA RLY 30 A
RFC 50 A
R/B Main 3 50 A
AS F/B Main 2 60 A
ABS/VSA Motor 40 A
Heater Motor 40 A
3
R/B Main 1
60 A
DR F/B Main 1
60 A
AS F/B Main 1
60 A
IG Main 1
30 A
DR F/B Main 2
60 A
IG Main 2
30 A
Left Precision All Wheel
Steer
40 A
Rear Defroster
40 A
4 ST MG 30 A
5
Left Electric Parking Brake
30 A
6 Right Electric Parking Brake 30 A
7
Injector
20 A
8 Hazard 15 A
9
−
−
10 − −
Located near the + terminal on the battery.
Push the tabs to open the box.■Circuit protected and fuse rating11
Horn
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
Circuit Protected
Amps
EPS
80 A