stop start Acura RLX 2015 Owner's Guide

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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine StopThe ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you mus t stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to
(P
after the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched
off.

uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
482Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u 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.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u 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.■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.
1 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

483Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■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.■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.2 Oil Check P. 422
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.■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.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If 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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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.■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.
1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or BlinksNOTICEIf 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.1If 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.
U.S.
Canada

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
■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.■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.
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a problem with the electric parking brake
system.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Avoid using the parking brake and immediately get your vehicle
inspected at a dealer.■What to do when the electric parking brake indicator comes on
or blinks at the same time.
• Release the parking brake. If you cannot release it, immediately stop
the vehicle in a safe place and call a dealer.
• If only the electric parking brake indicator goes off, immediately get
your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
• If the electric parking brake indicator remains on or blinks even after
releasing the parking brake, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and call a dealer.

514Index
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 184
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 501
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 137
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 149
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 422
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 136
Door Mirrors ............................................. 150
Doors ......................................................... 115
Auto Door Locking .................................. 124
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 124
Door Open Indicator ............................ 29, 75
Keys ........................................................ 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ......................................... 12, 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ............................................ 117
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 442
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 44
Driving ....................................................... 333
Automatic Transmission ........................... 344
Braking .................................................... 385
Cruise Control ......................................... 350
Shifting Gear ........................................... 345
Starting the Engine .................................. 340
Driving Position Memory System ............. 146
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 450
EElapsed Time............................................. 100
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 69
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator............................................ 69, 485
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 74, 485
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 376
Emergency ................................................ 492
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 503
Engine ....................................................... 500
Coolant ................................................... 426
Jump Starting .......................................... 477
Oil ........................................................... 421
Starting ................................................... 340
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 133
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 420
Engine Coolant ......................................... 426
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 427
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 426
Overheating ............................................ 481
Temperature Gauge .................................. 94
Engine Oil ................................................. 421
Adding .................................................... 423
Checking................................................. 422
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 414
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 68, 483
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 421
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 133
e-pretensioners ........................................... 32 EPS (Electric Power Steering) System
........ 74
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 64
Expanded Rear Door Sunshades ............. 176
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 151
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 453
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 150
FFeatures.................................................... 187
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 450
Oil .......................................................... 424
Flat Tire ..................................................... 457
Floor Mats ................................................ 452
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 428
Brake ...................................................... 429
Engine Coolant ....................................... 426
Windshield Washer ................................. 429
Foot Brake ................................................ 387
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......... 364
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation .............................................. 173
Front Seats ................................................ 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152
Fuel ..................................................... 18, 404
Economy................................................. 406
Gauge ...................................................... 94
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 100

518Index
ReplacementBattery..................................................... 449
Bulbs ....................................................... 430
Fuses ....................................... 487, 489, 490
Tires ........................................................ 445
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 436
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 502
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 99
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ........................... 150
Right Selector Wheel .................... 95, 97, 102SSafe Driving................................................. 25
Safety Check ................................................ 29
Safety Labels ............................................... 65
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 30
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 34
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 32
Checking ................................................... 36
e-pretensioners .......................................... 32
Fastening ................................................... 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt .......................................................... 59
Pregnant Women ...................................... 35
Reminder ............................................. 31, 73
Warning Indicator ................................ 31, 73
Seat Heaters .............................. 172, 173, 174
Seats .......................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................. 152 Front Seats .............................................. 152
Seat Heaters ............................ 172, 173, 174
Security System ......................................... 128
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 77
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 77
Select Lever ......................................... 17, 345
Operation.......................................... 17, 346
Releasing................................................. 480
Won’t Move ............................................ 480
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 56
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 347
Sequential Shift Mode Operation ........... 348
Setting the Clock ...................................... 114
Shift Lever ........................................... 17, 345
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 72, 346
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 17, 345
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 34
Side Airbags ................................................ 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 221
Snow Tires ................................................. 447
Spare Tire (Optional) ........................ 468, 499
Spark Plugs ............................................... 498
Specifications ............................................ 498
Specified Fuel ................................... 404, 498
SPORT Mode ............................................. 349
SPORT Mode Indicator ....................... 81, 349
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 40
Starting the Engine .................................. 340
Does Not Start......................................... 474
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 133 Jump Starting ......................................... 477
Steering Wheel ........................................ 148
Adjusting ................................................ 148
Stopping ................................................... 398
Summer Tires ............................................ 447
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 40
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 133
System Message Indicator ......................... 76
TTemperature Sensor................................ 186
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 457
Time (Setting) ........................................... 114
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 381
Indicator ........................................... 76, 486
Tires .......................................................... 439
Air Pressure..................................... 440, 499
Chains .................................................... 447
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 439
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 457
Inspection ............................................... 439
Labeling .................................................. 440
Regulations ............................................. 442
Rotation.................................................. 446
Spare (Optional) .............................. 468, 499
Summer .................................................. 447
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 457
Wear Indicators....................................... 444