service indicator Acura TLX 2015 Owner's Manual

Quick Reference Guide23
Handling the Unexpected
(P475)
Flat Tire
(P477)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On (P505)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kitVehicles with optional spare tire
Engine Won’t Start
(P495)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P510)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P503)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P515)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information MessagesThe following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Roll the right selector wheel to see the message again wit h the
system message indicator on.
*1:On the left: Models with full color display On the right: Models without full color display
Message
*1
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 446
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now /SERVICE
DUE NOW and Maintenance Past Due /SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 431
●Appears when the transmission system temperature
is too high. The vehicle does not operate properly.
●You may find it difficult to accelerate, or to start the
vehicle on uphill.●Stop in a safe place in
(P
.
●Let the engine idle until the message disappears.
Canadian
models
Canadian
models

420Driving
RefuelingFuel Information■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper lev el of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related in formation for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com. In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.■Fuel tank capacity: 17.2 US gal (65 liters)Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel InformationNOTICEWe recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try
another service station or switch to another brand of
gasoline.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 426Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 427Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 428
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 429
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 434Opening the Hood ........................... 436
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 437
Oil Check ......................................... 438
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 440Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 441
Engine Coolant ................................ 443
Transmission Fluid ............................ 445
Brake Fluid ....................................... 446
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 446
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 447Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 454Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 456Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 457Tire Labeling .................................... 457DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 459Wear Indicators................................ 461 Tire Service Life ................................ 461
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 462
Tire Rotation .................................... 463
Winter Tires ..................................... 464
Battery ............................................... 465
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 467
Climate Control System Maintenance
.... 469
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 470
Exterior Care.................................... 472

431
uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Continued
Maintenance
*1:On the left: Models with full color display
On the right: Models without full color display
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.■
Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information
DisplayMaintenance Message
*1
Oil Life Display
*1
Explanation
Information
Maintenance Due Soon /
SERVICE DUE SOON
15 %
The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6
percent. Once you switch the display
by rolling the right selector wheel, this
message will go off.
The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and
serviced soon.
Maintenance Due Now /
SERVICE DUE NOW
5 %
The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Roll the right selector wheel
to switch to another display.
The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be
inspected and serviced as soon as
possible.
Maintenance Past Due /
SERVICE PAST DUE
Negative Distance
The remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over 10
miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Roll the right
selector wheel to switch to another
display.
The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.

432
uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Maintenance
■
Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•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.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Main Item
Sub Items
Main ItemSub Items
*1 *2
*1: Models with full color display
*2: Models without full color display*1: If a message Maintenance Due Now/SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12
months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
●Check expiration information for Temporary Tire
Repair Kit bottle
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
at 40,000 miles (64,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: 6-cylinder models
*7: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential
fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid
*4
4
●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
*5, *6
●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
6
●Replace rear differential fluid
*, *7
* Not available on all models

461
uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service LifeThe life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare
*, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear.
1 Checking Tires
High speed driving
We recommend that you do not drive faster than the
posted speed limits and conditions allow. If you drive
at sustained high speeds (over 99 mph or 160 km/h),
adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below to
avoid excessive heat build up and sudden tire failure.
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD modelsTire Size
225/50R18 95H
Pressure Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2)*1
Front: 35 psi (241 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm
2)*2
6-cylinder models
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N
after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N
position in the instrument panel and the indicator
on the
(N
button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 322
*1: Models with navigation system
*2: Models without navigation systemModels with electronic gear selector
1If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle.
2 Emergency Towing P. 515
*1
*1
*2
*2

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

539Index
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