tow Acura RLX 2017 Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and n on-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8. When the sealant inje ction is complete,
continue to add air.
9. After the air pressure reaches front:35 psi
(240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230 kPa), turn off
the kit.
u To check the pressure , occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
10. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
11. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
12. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).Pressure Gauge
ON
OFF
1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 15
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose on the compressor.
5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 500
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 527
•Front:35 psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u If the air pressure does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
Air Only Hose
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
• Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than front:35 psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi
(230 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches front:35
psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230 kPa).
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 500
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u You should repeat this procedure as long
as the air pressure is within this range.
7. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
8. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
1 Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
Pressure Relief Button
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12. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
u If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 510
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 137
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 480●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 522
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 344
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 131
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 97
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 526
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 527
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 512
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk and remove the cover.
2. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.1When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 398
Indicator ........................................... 76, 521
Tires .......................................................... 471
Air Pressure..................................... 472, 533
Chains .................................................... 479
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 471
Flat Tire (Puncture) .......................... 491, 503
Inspection ............................................... 471
Labeling .................................................. 472
Regulations ............................................. 474
Rotation.................................................. 478
Spare (Optional) .............................. 503, 533
Summer .......................................... 479, 488
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 492
Wear Indicators....................................... 476
Winter .................................................... 479
Tools ......................................................... 490
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 343
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 343
Emergency .............................................. 527
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 398
Transmission ....................................... 17, 351
Automatic................................. 17, 350, 351
Fluid ....................................................... 460
Number .................................................. 534
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 353
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 72, 352
TRIP Button ................................................ 99
Trip Meter ................................................ 100 Troubleshooting
....................................... 489
Blown Fuse .............................. 522, 524, 525
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 21
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 22
Emergency Towing .................................. 527
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 509
Flat Tire/Puncture ............................. 491, 503
Noise When Braking .................................. 22
Overheating ............................................ 516
Premium Gasoline ........................... 437, 532
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 21, 126
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 515
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 128
Lid ........................................................... 128
Light Bulbs .............................................. 532
Release Handle ........................................ 529
Unable to Open ....................................... 529
Trunk Pass-through Cover ........................ 174
Turn Signals .............................................. 140
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 77
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 101
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 123, 346
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 118
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 12, 124
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 261
USB Port .................................................... 193 Using the Keyless Access System
............. 118
V
Valet Mode............................................... 166
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 534
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 393
Off Button............................................... 394
Off Indicator...................................... 75, 394
System Indicator ................................ 75, 393
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 453, 533
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 393
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 86
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 518
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 539
Watts ......................................................... 532
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 476
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 506
Window Washers ..................................... 145
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 461
Switch ..................................................... 145
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 134
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 484, 487
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 188
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