wiper blades Acura RLX 2016 Owner's Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 43
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 106
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 133
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 154
Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Features P. 211
Audio System P. 212 Audio System Basic Operation P. 216
Customized Features P. 286 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 311
2 Driving P. 359
Before Driving P. 360 Towing a Trailer P. 365
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 447 Surround View Camera System* P. 448
2Maintenance P. 463
Before Performing Maintenance P. 464 Maintenance MinderTM P. 467
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 489
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 504
2Handling the Unexpected P. 511
Tools P. 512 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 513
Overheating P. 537 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 539
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 552
2 Information P. 555
Specifications P. 556 Identification Numbers P. 558
Emissions Testing P. 561 Warranty Coverages P. 563
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 463)
Under the Hood (P 472)
● Check engine oil and engine coolant, inverter coolant. Add
when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push up the lever and lift the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 484)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 489)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 492)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■AUTO
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers P. 164
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
them. Use the defroster to warm the windshield,
then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
MIST
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
AUTO : Wiper speed varies
automatically
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 464
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 465Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 466
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 467
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 472Opening the Hood ........................... 473
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 474
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 475
Oil Check ......................................... 476
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 477
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 478Engine Coolant ................................ 480
Inverter Coolant ............................... 482
Transmission Fluid ............................ 482
Brake Fluid ....................................... 483
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 483
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 484
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 489
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 492
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 493Tire Labeling .................................... 493
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 495Wear Indicators ............................... 497
Tire Service Life ................................ 497
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 498
Tire Rotation .................................... 499
Winter Tires ..................................... 500
12-Volt Battery ................................. 501
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 502
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 504Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 505
Exterior Care.................................... 507
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 483
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 492
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 484
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 489
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 470
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 565
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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489Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
2. While holding the wiper switch in the
MIST position, set the power mode to ON,
then to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
u Both wiper arms are set to the
maintenance position as shown in the
image.
3. Lift both wiper arms.
1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Press and hold the tab, then slide the
blade out from the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade to the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
unfastens from the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade to the opposite
direction to slide it out from its holder.
Tab
Wiper
Blade
End Cap at
the bottom
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
until it locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Cap Wiper
Blade
Holder
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Index
U
Unlocking the Doors................................. 136
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ........................................... 18, 142
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 285
USB Port .................................................... 213
Using the Keyless Access System .............. 138
V
Valet Mode............................................... 185
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 558
Vehicle Speed ............................................ 127
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 412
Off Button ............................................... 413
Off Indicator ...................................... 83, 413
System Indicator ................................ 83, 412
Viscosity (Oil) ..................................... 475, 557
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 412
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 92
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ................ 539
Warning Labels ........................................... 71
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 563
Watts ......................................................... 556
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 497
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ............ 528Window Washers
..................................... 163
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 483
Switch ..................................................... 163
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 152
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 505, 508
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 207
Washer Fluid ........................................... 483
Wiper Blades ........................................... 489
Wipers and Washers................................ 163
Winter Tires
Snow Tires .............................................. 500
Tire Chains .............................................. 500
Wipers and Washers ................................. 163
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 489
WMA ................................................. 248, 272
Worn Tires ................................................ 492
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