maintenance Acura TLX 2015 Repair Manual

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Climate Control System MaintenanceDust and Pollen FilterThe climate control system is equipped with a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance Minder
TM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1 Dust and Pollen Filter
If the airflow from the climate control system
deteriorates noticeably, and the windows fog up
easily, the filter may need to be replaced. Please
contact a dealer for replacement.

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CleaningInterior CareUse a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.■
Cleaning Seat Belts
1Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle.
Electrical devices and systems may malfunction if
liquids are splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sprays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their composition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-based parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemicals, make sure to gently wipe them
off using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
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The floor mats hook over the floor anchors,
which keep the mats from sliding forward. To
remove the mats for cleaning, turn the anchor
knobs to the unlock position. When
reinstalling the mats after cleaning, turn the
knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.
Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently. Pay close attention to the pleats
and seams. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with a 90% water and
10% neutral soap solution. Then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or
dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
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Floor Mats
1 Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehicle, make sure they are
designed for your specific vehicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Unlock
Lock
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Maintaining Genuine Leather

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Exterior CareDust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
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Washing the Vehicle
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Using an Automated Car Wash
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Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
1Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a conveyor, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode.
2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 334
Models with electronic gear selector
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and exp ose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.■
Applying Wax
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Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
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Cleaning the Window
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Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying WaxNOTICEChemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plastic on your vehicle. Wipe up
spills immediately.1Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.1Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the inside of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direction as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.

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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts water accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.■
Fogged Exterior Light Lenses

535Index
BBatteryCharging (Battery)........................... 465, 466
Charging System Indicator ................ 74, 505
Jump Starting ......................................... 498
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 465
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 192
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 389
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 248
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® .................... 279
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 65
Brake System ............................................ 396
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 402
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 400
Brake Assist System................................. 403
Fluid ....................................................... 446
Foot Brake .............................................. 399
Parking Brake.......................................... 396
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 73
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 70, 506
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 172
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 389
Bulb Replacement .................................... 447
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 452
Brake/Taillights........................................ 451
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker Lights .................................................... 451
Fog Lights ............................................... 447 Front Side Marker/Parking Lights ............. 447
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 448
Headlights ............................................... 447
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 453
Puddle Lights ........................................... 453
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 453
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 450
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 447
Bulb Specifications ........................... 520, 522
CCar Wash Mode........................................ 334
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 66
Carrying Cargo .................................. 317, 319
CD Player ................................................... 235
Center Pocket ........................................... 191
Certification Label .................................... 524
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 447
Charging System Indicator ................. 74, 505
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 150
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................. 65
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Larger Children .......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56 Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 63
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 150
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 472
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 470
Client Service Information ....................... 532
Climate Control System ............................ 199
Changing the Mode ................................ 202
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 206
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 469
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 204
Sensors ................................................... 207
Synchronized Mode................................. 203
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 199
Clock .......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 404
Coat Hooks ............................................... 194
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM) ................................................. 404
Compact Spare Tire
(Optional) ................................ 489, 521, 523
Compass .................................................... 313
Console Compartment ............................. 190
Controls ..................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 443
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 444
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 443
Overheating ............................................ 503
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 330

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LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 371
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 380
Language (HFL) ........................................ 280
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 59
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) ............. 371
Lights ................................................ 165, 447
Automatic............................................... 166
Bulb Replacement ................................... 447
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 168
Fog Lights ............................................... 168
High Beam Indicator ................................. 83
Interior.................................................... 187
Light Switches......................................... 165
Lights On Indicator.................................... 83
Turn Signals ............................................ 164
Load Limits ............................................... 319
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 151
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 150
From Inside ............................................. 148
From Outside .......................................... 142
Keys........................................................ 139
Using a Key............................................. 146
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 146
Low Battery Charge ................................. 505
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 141
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 505
Lower Anchors ........................................... 59 Lubricant Specifications Chart
......... 521, 523
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 319
Lumbar Support ........................................ 180
MMaintenance............................................. 425
Battery .................................................... 465
Brake Fluid .............................................. 446
Cleaning .................................................. 470
Climate Control System ........................... 469
Coolant ................................................... 443
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 429
Oil ........................................................... 438
Precautions .............................................. 426
Radiator .................................................. 444
Remote Transmitter ......................... 467, 468
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 447
Safety ...................................................... 427
Service Items ........................................... 432
Tires ........................................................ 456
Transmission Fluid ................................... 445
Under the Hood .............................. 434, 435
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 74, 506
Map Lights ................................................ 188
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 319
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 117
Mirrors ....................................................... 177
Adjusting ................................................. 177
Door........................................................ 178
Exterior .................................................... 178 Interior Rearview ..................................... 177
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 423
Moonroof ................................................. 160
MP3 ................................................... 235, 245
Multi-Information Display ....................... 118
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 419
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 524OOdometer................................................. 123
Oil (Engine) ............................... 437, 521, 523
Adding .................................................... 440
Checking................................................. 438
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 430
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 505
Recommended Engine Oil ....... 437, 521, 523
Viscosity .................................. 437, 521, 523
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 216
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 517
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 436
Moonroof ............................................... 160
Power Windows ...................................... 158
Trunk ...................................................... 152
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 161

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Outside Temperature............................... 123
Adjusting ................................................. 123
Overheating .............................................. 503PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 337
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ...................................................... 341
Pandora® ................................................... 243
Panic Mode ............................................... 157
Parking ...................................................... 411
Parking Brake ............................................ 396
Parking Sensor System .............................. 412
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 165
Power Windows ........................................ 158
Precautions While Driving ........................ 329
Rain ......................................................... 329
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 477RRadiator..................................................... 444
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 232
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 230
Range ........................................................ 124
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 527Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 173
Rear Seats ................................................. 185
Seat Heaters ............................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Refueling .................................................. 420
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .................................. 420, 520, 522
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Regulations ............................... 394, 459, 525
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 325
Remote Transmitter ................................. 142
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 467
Replacement Battery ............................................ 467, 468
Bulbs ....................................................... 447
Fuses ............................... 510, 511, 512, 513
Tires ........................................................ 462
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 454
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 526
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 123
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ............... 119, 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 375
On and Off.............................................. 377
SSafe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31 Safety Labels
.............................................. 67
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
e-pretensioners ......................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ................................................. 61
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder ............................................ 33, 78
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 78
Seat Heaters ..................................... 197, 198
Seats .......................................................... 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 180
Front Seats.............................................. 180
Rear Seats ............................................... 185
Seat Heaters ................................... 197, 198
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 197
Security System ........................................ 155
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 84
Select Button ............................................ 331
Operation ............................................... 332
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 338
Operation ......................................... 20, 339
Releasing ................................................ 502
Won’t Move ........................................... 502
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58