Acura RLX HYBRID 2018 Owner's Manual

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. 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 remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one 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 ampera ge using the charts on
P. 574 to 579.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box located near the br ake fluid reserve tank.Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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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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Handling the Unexpected
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.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1When 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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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Pull the rear seat armrest down.
2. Push the button to open the cover.
u The cover latches when you push it back
to the original position.
u You can lock and unlock this cover using
the built-in key.
To lock the cover : Insert the key to the
lock, then turn it the right.
To unlock the cover : Insert the key to
the lock, then turn it the left.
3. With pulling the inner partition up, pull the
trunk release handle down to the direction
of the arrow in the image.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk1What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk
Following up:
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Lock
Button
Cover
Trunk
Release
Handle
Inner
Partition
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel pr ovided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the power system.
2. Press the fuel fill door release button.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 542
4.Remove the funnel from the case .
5. Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
6. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
7. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
8. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Turn the power syste m off, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel Case
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 586
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number ..................... 588
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 589
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 590Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 591
Warranty Coverages ........................ 593
Authorized Manuals ......................... 595
Client Service Information ............... 596
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
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
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 15.3 - 17.1 oz (435 - 485 g)
Lubricant TypeND-OIL 11
Quantity 7.9 - 8.8 cu-in (130.0 - 145.0 cm3)
■ 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 Lights*1LED
Front Turn Signal Lights LED
Parking/Daytime Running LightsLED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Lights LED
TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights LED
Rear Turn Signal LightsLED
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate LightsLED
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights LED
Interior 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 licence -exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference th at 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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