ECO mode Acura TLX 2015 User Guide

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Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
If the battery life in your keyless access remote is weak, a message appears in the
MID with information on how to start the engine.
1. Touch the back of the keyless access remote to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator
is flashing.
2. With the brake pedal pressed, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button within 10 seconds.
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Park (P).
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the remote
transmitter.
3. Pull up the shift lock release cover to remove
it.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key into the slot, press
the shift lever release button and shift into
Neutral (N). The lock is now released. Have
the shift lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
Release button
Shift lock release slot
Cover
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood (see page 115).
1. 6-cylinder models: Pull up on the engine
cover, and remove it from the pins. Open the
battery terminal cover.
2.
All models: Connect the first jumper cable to
your vehicle’s battery (+) terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use
a 12-volt booster battery only (i.e., an assisting
vehicle or a rechargeable 12-volt battery pack).
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery (-) terminal.
6-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
Pin
Engine cover
Battery
terminal cover
4-cylinder models
Booster battery
6-cylinder models
Booster battery

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WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (-)
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery (+)
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer. A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
WARNING
5.
Connect the other end of the second jumper
cable to the mounting bolt or engine hanger
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase
its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, make sure the jumper cables
have good metal-to-metal contact.4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power,
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheating.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard
warning lights.
2. If no steam or spray is present: Keep the
engine running and open the hood (see page
115).
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the
engine and wait until it subsides. Then, open
the hood (see page 115).
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the
temperature gauge needle goes down. If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
4. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then 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.
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature
gauge. If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
Reserve tank
MAXMIN
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may
damage the engine.
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Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, choose one of
the following operations:
The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to ACCESSORY, unless
the shift lever is in Park, in which case the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Because turning off the engine also 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. Downshift gears and use both feet on the
brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the
engine to be switched off.
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
All models
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
2WD models
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
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.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP
button for two seconds, or
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button
two times.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving.
If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure
indicator appears with a message in the multi-information display.
Roll the right selector
wheel to the tire
pressure monitor to
see which tire(s) have
low pressure.
Tire Fill Assist
Your vehicle gives you visual and audible alerts to help you adjust the tire
pressure to its appropriate level. For your reference, the proper tire pressure
levels are located on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
1. Stop your vehicle with the tire that needs to be filled nearest to a tire air fill
hose. Shift into Park (P). Turn the vehicle off.
2. Turn the vehicle on. The assist system is activated for 5 minutes.
3. Attach the air hose to the valve stem, and begin to fill the tire.
While inflating: The system beeps and the hazard lights flash once every 5
seconds as tire pressure changes while below the correct pressure.
When the correct pressure is reached: The system beeps and the hazard lights
flash continuously for 5 seconds. Stop filling the tire.
If you overinflate: The system beeps and the hazard lights flash twice every 5
seconds.
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause it to overheat. An
overheated tire can fail. Always inflate your tires to the specified pressure.
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Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as
well as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however,
we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing
maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
• To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
• Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can
accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition, and parked on level ground with
the parking brake set and the engine off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
• Do not open the hood during auto idle stop operation* (see page 83).
MAINTENANCE
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before
driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to
the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause
you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
*if equipped
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn off the vehicle, including the
headlights and all accessories.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment. If the fuse is blown, use a
Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the
screw and replace the fuse with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior. If
there is a burned out fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances
of damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
Combined fuse Blown
fuse
Fuse puller
Located inside the driver’s side outer panel. Grasp the bottom edge of the panel
and pull to remove it.
Circuit protected and fuse ratin g
*1
: AWD models
Circuit Protecte dAmps
1P-AWS L(40 A)
2e-pretensioner Right*(20 A)
3e-pretensioner Left*(20 A)
4ACC Radar*(10 A)
5Idle Stop*1(30 A)
6P-AWS R(40 A)
7FR DE-ICE*(15 A)
8Idle Stop*1(30 A)
Fuse label
Fuse box
Outer panel
*if equipped

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Maintenance Minder™
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and the
Maintenance Minder appears on the multi-information display every time you turn
the vehicle on.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
•
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
Roll the right
selector wheel to
change displays. Engine oil life
Service codes
Maintenance Minder
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oi l*1 and oil flter
\fnspect front and re\rar bra\bes
\fnspect tie rod end\rs, steering gearbox,\r and boots
\fnspect suspension \rcomponent s
\fnspect driveshaft b\root s
\fnspect bra\be hoses \rand lines (\fncludin\rg ABS/VSA)
\fnspect all fuid le\rvels and condition\r of f luids
\fnspect exhaust sys\rte m
#
\fnspect fuel lines \rand connections#
Chec\b expiration in\rformation for Tempora\rry Tire
Repair Kit bottl e
*1:I f a message Maintenance Due Now /SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear m\hore than 1\f months
after the display is\h reset\b change the e\hngine oil every year\h.
*\f: If you drive in dus\hty conditions\b repla\hce the air cleaner \helement every 15\b000\h miles (\f4\b000 km) .
*3: If you drive primar\hily in urban areas \hthat have high conce\hntrations of soot \hin the air from ind\hustry and
from diesel-powered\h vehicles\b replace t\hhe dust and pollen f\hlter every 15\b000 mi\hles (\f4\b000 km) .
*4: Driving in mountai\hnous areas at very \hlow vehicle speeds r\hesults in higher tra\hnsmission temperat\hure.
This requires trans\hmission fuid change\hs more frequently t\hhan recommended by \hthe Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions\b have the transmission fuid changed
at 40\b000 miles (64\b0\h00 km)\b then every 3\h0\b000 miles (48\b000 k\hm) .
*5: If you drive regula\hrly in very high temp\heratures (over 110\h°F\b 43°C)\b in very lo\hw temperatures (un\hder
-\f0°F\b -\f9°C)\b replac\he every 60\b000 miles\h/100\b000 km.
*6: 6-cylinder models
CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires
2 Replace air cleaner\r element
*2
Replace dust and p\rollen flter*3
3Replace transmissio\rn fui d*4
4Replace spar\b plugs\r
Replace timing belt\r and inspect water \rpump*5 *6
\fnspect valve clear\rance
5 Replace engine coo\rlan t
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\fnspect drive belt•
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*1: If a message Maint\Nenance Due N\fw /SE\bVICE DUE NOW d\fes n\N\ft appear m\fre than 1\N2 m\fnths after the disp\Nlay is reset, chang\Ne the engine \fil ev\Nery year .
#: See inf\frmati\fn \fn ma\Nintenance and emis\Nsi\fns warranty.
*2: If y\fu drive in dust\Ny c\fnditi\fns, replac\Ne the air cleaner el\Nement every 15,000 \Nmiles (24,000 km) .
*3: If y\fu drive primaril\Ny in urban areas tha\Nt have high c\fncent\Nrati\fns \ff s\f\ft in th\Ne air fr\fm industr y
and fr\fm diesel-p\fwe\Nred vehicles, replac\Ne the dust and p\fll\Nen flter every 15,00\N0 miles (24,000 km\N).
*4: Driving in mountai\ynous areas at very \y\fow vehic\fe s\beeds re\ysu\fts in higher tran\ysmission tem\beratur\ye.
This requires trans\ymission fuid change\ys more frequent\fy t\yhan recommended by t\yhe Maintenance
M inder. If you regu\far\fy drive your vehic\fe under these conditions, have the transmission fuid changed
at 40,000 mi\fes (64\y,000 km), then ever\yy 30,000 mi\fes (48,\y000 km).
*5: If you drive regu\fa\yr\fy in very high tem\b\yeratures (over 110\y°F, 43°C), in very \y\fow tem\beratures (u\ynder
-20°F, -29°C), re\b\f\yace every 60,000 mi\y\fes/100,000 km.
*6: 6-cy\finder mode\fs
*7: Driving in mountai\ynous areas at very \y\fow vehic\fe s\beeds re\ysu\fts in higher \feve\y\f of mechanica\f (shea\yr)
stress to fuid. Thi\ys requires diferen\ytia\f fuid changes mo\yre frequent\fy than r\yecommended by th e
M aintenance Minder. I\yf you regu\far\fy driv\ye your vehic\fe under\y these conditions, \yhave the diferentia\y\f
fuid changed at 7,5\y00 mi\fes (12,000 km\y), then every 15,00\y0 mi\fes (24,000 km)\y.
CODEMaintenance Sub Item s
1 \b\ftate tires
2\beplace air cleaner \Nelement*2
\beplace dust and p\f\Nllen flte r*3
Inspect drive belt
3 \beplace transmissi\fn\N fuid*4
4\beplace spark plugs
\beplace timing belt\N and inspect water \Npum p*5, *6
Inspect valve clea\Nrance
5 \beplace engine c\f\fla\Nnt
6\beplace rear differen\Ntial fui d*, *7
U.S. Models
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 federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.

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Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after
turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1. Open the hood (see page 115). Remove the
dipstick (orange loop).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper
towel.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It
should be between the upper and lower marks.
Add oil if necessary.
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Upper
Lower Upper
Lower
Recommended Engine Oil
•  Genuine Acura Motor Oil
•  Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s
latest requirements.
Use Genuine Acura Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the
ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is
labeled with the API Certification Seal and is of the
specified viscosity grade.
Ambient temperature
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overfilling the engine oil can
result in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
4-cylinder models
Adding Oil 1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it
securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine
oil dipstick.
6-cylinder models
Engine oil fill cap
Engine oil fill cap
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the
engine oil life. Use the right selector wheel on the steering wheel to make
selections in the MID.
1. Scroll to Maintenance Info and select it to display the
oil life reset mode.
2. Select Reset. The service code disappears and the oil
life returns to 100%.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the
system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.
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Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the
radiator. We recommend Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
1. Open the hood (see page 115). Check the
amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add
the specified coolant until it reaches the MAX
mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Adding Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do
not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the
filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the
reserve tank.
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
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.
WARNING
If temperatures consistently below −22°F (−30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration. Consult a dealer for
more information.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Radiator cap Radiator cap
MAX
MIN
Reserve tank
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield
washer reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water
solution can damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal. If there
is a problem with the sensor, a message appears on multi-information display. Have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
For jump starting the battery, see page 99.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery maintenance, wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at
the reservoir. Fill if it is low. Pour the washer fluid carefully.
Do not overflow the reservoir

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If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the multi-
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Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “Readiness Codes” as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system.
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the
testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mode to ON without starting the engine.
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are set,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it
there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway
with the vehicle in Drive. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive
for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of
traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more times (for
a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again
only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be
requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your dealer.
Vehicle
Engine and Fuel
Light Bulbs
Fluids
SPECIFICATIONS
Tires
ModelAcura TL XNo. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Tota l5
Weights :Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,442 lbs (2,015 kg )
Canada: 2,055 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,370 lbs (1,075 kg )
Canada: 1,105 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear )U.S.: 2,094 lbs (950 kg )
Canada: 965 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.7 – 18.5 oz (475 – 525 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 8
Headlights (High/Low Beam )LEDFront Side Marker/Parking Lights LEDFront Turn Signal Lights 24 W
(PWY 24 W Amber/Silver)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LE
D
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Light s LE
D
Brake/Taillights
Back-Up Lights21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
High-M ount Brake Ligh tLED
Rear License Plate Lights
In terior Light sFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient Light sLEDVanity Mirror Lights1.4 WCenter Pocket LightLEDDoor Courtesy Lights3.4 WConsole Compartment Ligh t1.4 WGlove Box Ligh t1.4 WDoor Inner Handle LightsLEDTrunk Lights5 W
LE D
LE D
21
W
Brake Fluid
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Specife dAcura Heavy Duty B\krake \fluid DOT \b
SpecifedAcura Automatic Tra\knsmission \fluid
AT\f TYPE 2.0
Engine Oi l
Engine Coolan
t
Recommended·Genuine Acura Mot\kor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade\k 0W-20 detergent oi\k l
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
flter 4.4 US qt (4.2
)
SpecifedAcura Long Life An\ktifreeze/Coolant Ty\kpe2
Ratio 50/50 with distill\ked wate r
Capacity \k Change \k \b.\b US \kqt (\b.1 )
Capacity
1.61 US gal (6.1 \k)

(change including \kthe remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 \k) in the reserve t\kank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5\k )
Canada: 5.7 US qt \k(5.4 )
Fuel
Displacement144 cu-in (2,356 cm3)
Spark Plugs NG
K DILKAR7H11GS
DILKAR7G11GS
DENSO DXE22HQR-D11 S
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump
octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 )
Engine
*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize225/55R 17 97HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spar e*1SizeT135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60
(420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7 1/2 JCompact Spar e*117 x 4T
4-cylinder models

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CLIENT INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
Learn about information specific to you as an Acura client and how to get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that you
may have about the vehicle.
Q: How do I set the vehicle clock?
A: For vehicles without navigation, see page 40. For vehicles with navigation, the
time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q: Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?
A: The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q: What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A: When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’s exterior lights will automatically turn
on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q: Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though the
keyless access remote is within range?
A: If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to confirm the
door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked. If you are
wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q: After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is asking for a
code. Where do I find this?
A: In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. Turn on the vehicle and the audio
system, and press and hold the power button until the system reactivates.
Q: Why can’t I select an item using the interface dial?*
A: To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited are inoperable while the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q: Where can I find the vehicle identification number (VIN)?
A: Check the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Q: Why can’t I operate Pandora through the audio system?
A: Audio may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter. Some
phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
CLIENT INFORMATION
*if equipped
Vehicle
Engine and Fuel
Light Bulbs
Fluids
Tires
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
ModelAcura TL XNo. of Passengers:
Front
Rear
Total
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,586 lbs (2,080 kg)*1U.S.: 4,751 lbs (2,155 kg)*2Canada: 2,095 kg*1Canada: 2,170 kg*2Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front )U.S.: 2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)*1U.S.: 2,579 lbs (1,170 kg)*2Canada: 1,165 kg*1Canada: 1,180 kg*2Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,072 lbs (940 kg)*1U.S.: 2,194 lbs (995 kg)*2Canada: 945 kg*1Canada: 1,005 kg*2Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.7 – 18.5 oz (475 – 525 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 8
2
3
5
Headlights (High/Low Beam )LEDFog Lights*LEDFront Turn Signal Lights
Front Side Marker/Parking Lights LEDSide Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LE D
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Light s LE
D
Brake/TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W
High-M ount Brake Ligh t
Rear License Plate LightsLED
Puddle Lights * LED
In terior Light s
Front and Rear Map Lights LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Center Pocket Light LED
Door Courtesy Light s3.4 W
Console Compartment Light 1.4 W
Glove Box Ligh t1 .4 W
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
Trunk Lights 5 W
21 W
LE D
24
W
(PWY 24 W Amber/Silver)
Brake Flui d
Automatic Transmission Flui dSpecifedAcura Heavy Duty B\krake \fluid DOT \b
SpecifedAcura Automatic Tra\knsmission \flui d
AT\f-TYPE \b. 0
Capacity Change \b.5 US qt (\b.\b)
Engine Oil
Engine Coolan t
Recommended·Genuine Acura Mot\kor Oil 0W-2 0·API Premium-grade\k 0W-20 detergent o\ki l
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
flter 4.5 US qt (4.\b
)
SpecifedAcura Long Life An\ktifreeze/Coolant Ty\kpe2
Ratio 50/50 with distill\ked wate r
Capacity2.2 US gal (8.4 )\k
(change including \kthe remaining
0.19 US gal (0.72 \k) in the reserve \ktank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2\k.5 )
Canada: 5.7 US qt \k(5.4 )
Rear Differential Flui d*
Transfer Assembly Flui d*
SpecifedAcura DPS\f-II
Capacity Change 1.97 US qt (1.86 \k)
Specifed·Acura Hypoid Gear\k Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil S\kAE 75W-85 or SAE 9 0
(API grade GL4 or \kGL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.4\b )
Engine
Fuel
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGKD ILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump
octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 )
*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize225/50R 18 95HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spar e*1SizeT135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60
(420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 7 1/2 JCompact Spar e*117 x 4T
*if equipped
6-cylinder models

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INDEX
INDEX
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
INDEX
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) indicator ..... 23
ACC indicator ........................................... 23, 25
AcuraLink® ....................................................... 62
ASSIST button ............................................ 63
Emergency Assistance ............................... 63
LINK button ................................................ 64
Messages ...................................................... 62
Operator Assistance .................................. 64
Security Features ....................................... 64
Subscription Features ................................63
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ ........................... 54
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic .......................... 71
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ........................ 86
Advanced Airbags ............................................. 8
Aha Radio™ .................................................... 54
Aha Radio™ Commands ............................. 138
Airbags .............................................................. 8
About Your Airbags .................................... 10
Advanced Airbags ........................................ 8
Airbag Care .................................................. 13
Airbag System Components ..................... 12
Airbag System Indicators ......................... 10
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................... 8
Front Airbags (SRS) ...................................... 8
Passenger Airbag Off indicator ................. 11
Side Airbags ................................................... 9
Side Curtain Airbags .................................... 9
SRS indicator .............................................. 10
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 23, 81
ASSIST button ................................................ 63
Audio Commands ......................................... 137
Audio Operation ............................................ 44
Aha Radio™ ................................................ 54
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................... 44
Bluetooth® Audio ........................................ 51
Compact Disc (CD) .................................... 49
FM/AM Radio .............................................. 47
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 52
iPod® ........................................................... 50
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) ... 46
Pandora® ..................................................... 53
SiriusXM® Radio......................................... 48
Sound ........................................................... 45
Steering Wheel Controls .......................... 45
USB Adapter Cable .................................... 44
USB Flash Drive .......................................... 50
Automatic Brake Hold ............................ 25, 82
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ........39
Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers ................. 33
Auto Idle Stop ................................................ 83
Auto idle stop indicator .......................... 24, 25Auto Park Mode ..............................................
79
AUX Commands ............................................ 139
Auxiliary Input Jack ........................................ 44
Battery .......................................................... 119
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ... 23, 93
Bluetooth® Audio ........................................... 51
Bluetooth® Audio Commands ................... 138
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ......................... 55
Call History ................................................. 60
Dialing a Number ....................................... 58
Displays and Controls ................................ 55
E-Mail ............................................................ 61
Making a Call .............................................. 58
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) .... 56
Pairing a Phone ............................................ 57
Phonebook ...................................................59
SMS Text Messaging ................................... 61
Speed Dial ............................................. 59, 60
Voice Command Tips .................................. 56
Brake Assist System ........................................ 81
Brake Hold ................................................ 25, 82
Brake system indicator ........................... 22, 23
Braking ............................................................ 81
Brightness Control .......................................... 32
BSI indicator ............................................. 23, 25
Call History ..................................................... 60
Carbon Monoxide Gas ..................................... 4
Car Wash Mode .............................................. 80
Change a Setting ............................................ 40
Changing a Flat Tire ...................................... 105
Changing Fuses ............................................. 110
Charging system indicator ............................ 22
Childproof Door Locks ................................... 29
Child Safety ..................................................... 14
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 29
Protecting Child Passengers ..................... 14
Protecting Infants ....................................... 15
Protecting Larger Children ........................ 19
Protecting Smaller Children ...................... 16
Child Seat ......................................................... 16
Adding Security with a Tether .................. 19
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 18
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ................. 17
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 16
Client Information ........................................ 131
Climate Control Commands ....................... 136
Climate Control System ............................... 42
Clock ........................................................... 40
CMBS indicator ........................................ 23, 25
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ...91
Compact Disc (CD) ........................................ 49
Compact Disc (CD) Commands ................. 137Condition Indicators
....................................... 24
Contact Us ..................................................... 132
Cross Traffic Monitor ..................................... 96
Cruise Control .......................................... 25, 85
Customized Features .....................................40
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls .................... 2
Detour ............................................................ 71
Dialing a Number ........................................... 58
Door Mirrors ................................................... 39
Doors ........................................................... 28
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 29
Front Door Inner Handle ........................... 29
Lock Tab ........................................................ 29
Master Door Lock Switch .......................... 29
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................... 125
Driver’s Knee Airbag ......................................... 8
Driving ............................................................ 72
Driving Position Memory System ................ 37
ECON mode indicator ................................... 25
Electric Parking Brake ....................... 23, 24, 81
Electric Power Steering (EPS) indicator ...... 23
Electronic Gear Selector ................................ 79
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System ... 84
E-Mail ............................................................ 61
Emergency Assistance ...................................63
Emergency Engine Stop ............................... 102
Emergency Towing ........................................ 102
Engine and Fuel .................................... 129, 130
Engine Coolant
.............................................. 118
Engine Oil ....................................................... 116
Engine Oil Life ................................................ 117
Engine Start/Stop Button .............................. 76
EPS indicator .................................................... 23
Exterior Lights .......................................... 25, 32
Fastening a Seat Belt ........................................ 7
FCW indicator ........................................... 23, 25
Find Nearest Place ......................................... 69
Find Place Commands .................................. 135
Flat Tire .......................................................... 105
Floor Mats ........................................................ 37
Fluids ................................................. 129, 130
FM/AM Radio ................................................... 47
FM/AM Radio Commands ........................... 137
Fog lights indicator ......................................... 25
Foot Brake ........................................................ 81
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Pedestrian Detection ............... 23, 88
Frequently Asked Questions ....................... 131
Front Airbags (SRS) ........................................... 8
Front Door Inner Handle ............................... 29
Front Seats ....................................................... 35
Fuel Information ............................................. 97
Fuse Locations .............................................. 108
Changing Fuses ......................................... 110
Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes ........... 109Engine Compartment Fuse Boxes .........
108
Garage Opener ................................................ 41
Gear Selector ................................................... 79
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ....................... 52
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Commands ........... 137
Headlight Washers ........................................ 34
Headlight-Wiper Integration ....................... 33
Head Restraints .............................................. 36
Heated Steering Wheel ................................ 38
Heated Windshield Button .......................... 34
High beams indicator ..................................... 25
Home Address ................................................ 68
HomeLink® ...................................................... 41
Hood .......................................................... 114
IDS button ....................................................... 84
Immobilizer indicator ..................................... 24
Info Commands ............................................. 139
Installing a Child Seat .................................... 18
Instrument Panel ............................................ 22
Condition Indicators ................................... 24
Malfunction Indicators .............................. 22
On/Off Indicators ....................................... 25
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ............ 84
Interface Dial Feedback ................................. 67
Interior Lights .................................................. 32
Intermittent Wipers ...................................... 33
iPod® ........................................................... 50
iPod® Commands ........................................ 138
Jump Starting ................................................. 99
Keyless Access System ............................ 23, 28
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ........... 23, 89
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ............90
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts .................................. 5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ..................... 17
LDW indicator ................................................. 23
Light Bulbs ............................................. 129, 130
Lights ..................................................... 25, 32
Brightness Control ...................................... 32
Exterior Lights ............................................. 32
Interior Lights .............................................. 32
LINK button .................................................... 64
LKAS indicator .......................................... 23, 25
Locking the Doors .......................................... 28
Lock Tab ............................................................ 29
Low fuel indicator ........................................... 24
Low oil pressure indicator ............................. 22
Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................................ 86
Low tire pressure indicator ............................24
Maintenance ................................................... 111
Opening the Hood .................................... 115
Safety Precautions ..................................... 111
Service Codes ............................................. 112
Under the Hood ........................................ 114
Maintenance Minder™ ................................ 112
Making a Call .................................................. 58