rain sensor Acura TLX 2016 User Guide

uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
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Driving
■Automatic cancellation
The beeper sounds and a message appears on the multi-information display when
ACC with LSF is automatically canceled. An y of these conditions may cause the ACC
with LSF to automatically cancel:
• Bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.)
• When the radar sensor in the front grille gets dirty.
• The vehicle ahead of you cannot be detected.
• An abnormal tire condition is detected, or the tires are skidding.
• Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for extended periods.
• Abrupt steering wheel movement.
• When the ABS, VSA ® or CMBS
TM is activated.
• When the ABS or VSA ® system indicator comes on.
• When the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.
• When you manually apply the parking brake.
• When the detected vehicle within the ACC with LSF range is too close to your
vehicle.
• The camera behind the rearview mirror, or the area around the camera, including
the windshield, gets dirty.
The ACC with LSF automatic cancellation can be also triggered by the following
causes. In these cases, the parking brake will be automatically applied.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened when the vehicl e is stationary.
• The vehicle stops for mo re than 10 minutes.
• The engine is turned off.
1Automatic cancellation
Even though ACC with LSF has been automatically
canceled, you can still resu me the prior set speed.
Wait until the condition that caused ACC with LSF to
cancel improves, then press the RES/+/SET/– switch
up.
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uuWhen Driving uBlind Spot Information (BSI) System*
Driving
■When the system detects a vehicle1Blind Spot Inform ation (BSI) System*
You can change the setting for BSI.
2 Customized Features P. 126, 259
BSI may be adversel y affected when:
•Objects (guard rails, poles, trees, etc,.) are
detected.
•An object that does not re flect radio waves well,
such as a motorcycle, is in the alert zone.
•Driving on a curved road.
•A vehicle is moving from a far lane to the adjacent
lane.
•The system picks up external electrical interference.
•The rear bumper or the sens ors have been improperly
repaired or the rear bu mper has been deformed.
•The orientation of the sensors has been changed.
•In bad weather (Heavy rain, snow, and fog).
For a proper BSI use:
•Always keep the rear bumper corner area clean.
•Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with
labels or sticke rs of any kind.
•Take your vehicle to a dealer if you need the rear
bumper corner area or th e radar sensors to be
repaired, or the rear bumper corner area is strongly
impacted.
Comes on when:●A vehicle enters the ale rt zone from behind
to overtake you with a speed difference of
no more than 31 mph (50 km/h) from your
vehicle.
●You pass a vehicle with a speed difference
of no more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
BSI Alert Indicator: Located near the outside
rearview mirror on both sides.
Blinks and a beeper sounds when:
You move the turn signal
lever in the direction
of the detected vehicle. The beeper sounds
three times. Comes On
Blinks
* Not available on all models
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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*
Continued
Driving
The system may automatically shut off and the CMBSTM indicator will come on under
certain conditions. Some examples of thes e conditions are listed below. Other
conditions may reduce some of the CMBS
TM functions.
2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 353
■Environmental conditions
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.
• There is little contrast between objects and the background.
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).
• Strong light is reflec ted onto the roadway.
• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.
• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as vehicles and pedestrians.
• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.
■Roadway conditions
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obs cured lane marking, vehicle tracks,
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).
• Driving on curvy, winding, or undulating roads.
■CMBSTM Conditions and Limitations
* Not available on all models
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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*
416
Driving
The CMBSTM may activate even when you are aw are of a vehicle ahead of you, or
when there is no vehicle ahead . Some examples of this are:
■When Passing
Your vehicle approaches another vehicle ah ead of you and you change lanes to pass.
■At an intersection
Your vehicle approaches or passes another vehicle that is making a left or right turn.
■On a curve
When driving through curves, your vehicle comes to a point where an oncoming
vehicle is right in front of you.
■Through a low bridge at high speed
You drive under a low or narrow bridge at high speed.
■Speed bumps, road work sites, tr ain tracks, roadside objects, etc.
You drive over speed bumps, steel road plates, etc., or yo ur vehicle approaches train
tracks or roadside objects [such as a traffi c sign and guard rail] on a curve or, when
parking, stationary vehicles and walls.
■With Little Chance of a Collision1 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*
For the CMBSTM to work properly:
Always keep the radar sensor cover clean.
Never use chemical solvents or polishing powder for
cleaning the sensor cover. Clean it with water or a
mild detergent.
Do not put a sticker on the emblem or replace the
emblem.
If you need the radar sensor to be repaired, or
removed, or the radar se nsor cover is strongly
impacted, turn off the system by pressing the
CMBS
TM off button and take your vehicle to a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Index
542
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 235, 245
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 407
Accessories and Modifications ................. 430
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 193
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 89, 355
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 449
Engine Oil ................................................ 443
Washer .................................................... 452
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 443
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 186
Front Seats .............................................. 180
Head Restraints........................................ 182
Mirrors .................................................... 177
Steering Wheel ........................................ 176
Temperature ............................................ 123
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 393
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 244
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 254
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 199
Changing the Mode ................................ 202
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 206
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 475
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 204
Sensors .................................................... 207
Synchronized Mode ................................. 203 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 199
Air Pressure ............................... 463, 529, 531
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
Airbag Care............................................... 53
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 46
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 51, 80
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 50
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 228
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 407
Indicator.................................................... 79
Armrest ..................................................... 186
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 214
Audio System ............................................ 210
Adjusting the Sound................................ 226
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 212
Error Messages ........................................ 250
General Information ................................ 255
Internet Radio ......................................... 242
iPhone............................................. 242, 258
iPod ........................................................ 238
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 235, 245
Reactivating ............................................ 213
Recommended CDs ................................. 256
Recommended Devices............................ 258
Remote Controls ..................................... 214 Security Code ......................................... 213
Shortcuts ................................................ 217
Theft Protection ...................................... 213
USB Flash Drives...................................... 258
USB Port ................................................. 211
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 222
Authorized Manuals ................................ 539
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 151
Customize ...................................... 132, 270
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 344
OFF Button ............................................. 344
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 405
Indicator ........................................... 72, 405
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 72, 405
Automatic Lighting .................................. 166
Automatic Transmission .......................... 332
Creeping................................................. 332
Kickdown ............................................... 332
Operating the Shift Button ................ 18, 334
Shifting ................................................... 333
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 212
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 123
Average Speed ......................................... 124
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Index
FiltersDust and Pollen....................................... 475
Oil .......................................................... 447
Flat Tire ..................................................... 483
Floor Mats ................................................ 477
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 451
Brake ...................................................... 452
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 451
Engine Coolant ....................................... 449
Windshield Washer ................................. 452
Fog Lights ................................................. 168
Foot Brake ................................................ 404
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with
Pedestrian Detection ............................. 368
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ........ 197
Front Seats ................................................ 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 353
Fuel ..................................................... 21, 426
Economy................................................. 429
Gauge .................................................... 117
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 124
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 79
Range ..................................................... 124
Recommendation.................... 426, 528, 530
Refueling ................................................ 426
Fuel Economy ........................................... 429
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 21, 427 Fuses
.......................................................... 517
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 521
Locations ......................... 517, 518, 519, 520
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 429
Gauge ..................................................... 117
Information ............................................. 426
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 124
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Refueling ................................................. 426
Gauges ...................................................... 117
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 75, 334
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 340
Gear Shift Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 333
Glass (care) ........................................ 476, 479
Glove Box .................................................. 189
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 481
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 280
Auto Answer ........................................... 295
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 297
Automatic Transferring ............................ 295
Displaying Messages ................................ 310 HFL Buttons............................................. 280
HFL Menus .............................................. 282
HFL Status Display ................................... 281
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 281
Making a Call .......................................... 301
Options During a Call .............................. 307
Phone Setup............................................ 287
Receiving a Call ....................................... 306
Receiving a Text/E-m
ail Message.............. 308
Ring Tone................................................ 296
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 309
Speed Dial ............................................... 298
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 294
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 292
Use Contact Photo .................................. 296
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 182
Headlight Washers ................................... 171
Headlights ................................................. 165
Aiming .................................................... 453
Automatic Operation............................... 166
Dimming ......................................... 165, 168
Operating................................................ 165
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 196
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 173
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 197, 198
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 280
High Beam Indicator .................................. 83
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 330
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 277
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Index
Outside Temperature............................... 123
Adjusting ................................................. 123
Overheating .............................................. 510
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 339
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ...................................................... 343
Pandora® ................................................... 243
Panic Mode ............................................... 157
Parking ...................................................... 417
Parking Brake ............................................ 401
Parking Sensor System .............................. 418
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 165
Power Windows ........................................ 158
Precautions While Driving ........................ 331
Rain ......................................................... 331
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 483
R
Radiator..................................................... 450
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 232
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 230
Range ........................................................ 124
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 535Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 173
Rear Seats ................................................. 185
Seat Heaters ............................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Refueling .................................................. 426
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .................................. 426, 528, 530
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Regulations ............................... 399, 465, 533
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 327
Remote Transmitter ................................. 145
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 473
Replacement Battery ............................................ 473, 474
Bulbs ....................................................... 453
Fuses ............................... 517, 518, 519, 520
Tires ........................................................ 468
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 460
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 534
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 123
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ............... 119, 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 378
On and Off.............................................. 380
S
Safe 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 ............................................ 333
Operation ............................................... 334
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 340
Operation ......................................... 20, 341
Releasing ................................................ 509
Won’t Move ........................................... 509
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
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Index
Sequential Mode...................................... 338
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 339
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 342
Sequential Shift Mode Operation ........... 343
Setting the Clock ...................................... 138
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 396
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 125
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 333
Shift Lever .......................................... 20, 340
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................. 341
Shifting (Transmission) ........ 18, 20, 333, 340
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 36
Side Airbags ............................................... 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 232
Snow Tires ................................................ 470
Spare Tire (Optional) ............... 495, 529, 531
Spark Plugs ....................................... 528, 530
Specifications ........................................... 528
Specified Fuel ........................... 426, 528, 530
SPORT (Sport mode) Indicator .................. 88
Sport Mode .............................................. 348
Sport+ Mode ............................................ 348
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 42
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 347
Starting the Engine .................................. 324
Does Not Start ........................................ 502
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 163
Jump Starting ......................................... 505 Remote Engine Start ................................ 327
Steering Wheel ......................................... 176
Adjusting ................................................. 176
Stopping .................................................... 417
Summer Tires ............................................ 470
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 396
Indicator .................................................... 91
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 161
System Message Indicator .......................... 82
T
Temperature Gauge................................. 117
Temperature Sensor ................................. 207
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 484
Text Message .................................... 308, 310
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 397, 515
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 397
Indicator ............................................ 82, 515
Tire Fill Assist ................................... 397, 515
Tires ........................................................... 462
Air Pressure ............................. 463, 529, 531
Chains ..................................................... 470
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 462
Flat Tire (Puncture) ................................... 483
Inspection ................................................ 462 Labeling .................................................. 463
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 483, 495
Regulations ............................................. 465
Rotation .................................................. 469
Spare (Optional) ...................... 495, 529, 531
Summer .................................................. 470
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 484
Wear Indicators ....................................... 467
Winter..................................................... 470
Tools .......................................................... 482
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 323
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 323
Emergency .............................................. 522
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 397
Transmission ......................... 18, 20, 333, 340
Automatic ................................. 18, 332, 333
Dual Clutch ............................... 20, 332, 340
Fluid ........................................................ 451
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 75, 334
Number................................................... 532
Sequential Mode ..................................... 338
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 342
Shift Lever Position Indicator.................... 341
TRIP Button ....................................... 121, 122
Trip Meter ................................................. 123
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