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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If 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. Turn the power system off and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 476
3.Turn the power system on and chec k the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off wi thin 10 seconds: Turn the power
system off and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the 12-Volt Battery Cha rging System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the 12-Volt Battery Chargi ng System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. Restarting the power system may
rapidly discharge the battery.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on if there is a problem wi th 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
10 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 regenerative braking.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction 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.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
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 Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on if 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 th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place a nd turn on the power system again.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
If the Electric Parking Br ake System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a proble m with the electric parking brake
system.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Avoid using the parking brake and immediately get your vehicle
inspected at a dealer.
■What to do when th e 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 indicato r remains on or blinks even after
releasing the parking brake, immedi ately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and call a dealer.
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
There are four fuse boxes in the engine
compartment.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1IG1A ACG FR15 A
2IG1A MISS SOL110 A
3−−
4− −
5SMART(7.5 A)
6 IG1B ECU FR 7.5 A
7IG1B OP FR7.5 A
8 IGP2 15 A
9DBW15 A
10 IGP 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 ACM 20 A
13−−
14 Interior Lights 10 A
15Back Up Radio10 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17AFP10 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19Stop7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21Trunk10 A
22 Small 15 A
23Front Fog Lights7.5 A
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25IMA Motor15 A
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
27Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
28 IGP2 Sub 7.5 A
29Power Rear Sunshade*20 A
30 Headlight Washer*30 A
31Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 544 to 548.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box located near the brake fluid reservoir.Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 556
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine
Number, Motor Number, and Transmission
Number ............................................. 558
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 559
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 560Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 561
Warranty Coverages ........................ 563
Authorized Manuals ......................... 565
Client Service Information ............... 566
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelAcura RLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 5,379 lbs (2,440 kg)
Canada: 2,440 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,822 lbs (1,280 kg)
Canada: 1,280 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,590 lbs (1,175 kg)
Canada: 1,175 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.0 - 17.8 oz (455 - 505 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 11
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.1 US gal (57 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.3 US qt (5.0 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Fog LightsLED
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights LED
Front Side Marker Lights2 CP
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights16 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Lights LED
Door Outer Handle Ambient LightsLEDInterior LightsFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVanity Mirror Lights2.1 WFront Door Pocket LightsLEDCenter Pocket LightLEDBeverage Holder LightLEDDoor Courtesy Lights3.4 WConsole Compartment LightLEDGlove Box LightLEDFront and Rear*1 Foot LightsLEDDoor Inner Handle LightsLEDTrunk Light5 W
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■ Twin Motor Unit Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity2.1 US gal (7.9 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.32 US gal (1.23 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.03 US gal (0.11 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize245/40R19 98WPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Compact
Spare*1
SizeT155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8JCompact Spare*117 x 4T
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
Motor Number, and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (V IN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle's VIN, engine number, motor number and transmission
number are shown as follows.
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor
Number, and Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Number
Dual Clutch
Transmission
Number
Certification Label/
Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Identification Number
Motor Number
Motor Number
Motor Number
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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of FCC
(Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two cond itions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interferenc e, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not ca use interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
AcuraLink
Audio System
Blind Spot Information System
Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback
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