towing Acura TLX 2016 User Guide

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose on the compressor.
5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 492
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 522
•32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u If the air pressure does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
Air Only Hose
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 503
uMake sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 161
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 471●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 517
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 324
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 155
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 117
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 521
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 522
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 505
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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 vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt 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. 324
*1: Models with navigation system
*2: Models without navigation system
Models 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 pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 522
*1
*1
*2
*2
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way you can safely transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng 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.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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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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Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 481
Blown Fuse ...................... 517, 518, 519, 520
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 522
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 502
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 483
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating............................................. 510
Premium Gasoline.................... 426, 528, 530
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 483, 495
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 24, 150
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 509
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk ......................................................... 152
Lid ........................................................... 152
Light Bulbs....................................... 528, 530
Main Switch ............................................ 154
Open Indicator........................................... 81
Open Message......................................... 102
Unable to Open ....................................... 524
Turn Signals ............................................... 164
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 83
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
Two-way Keyless Access
Remote .................................... 139, 147, 327
U
Under-Floor Storage Area ........................ 195
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 142 Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 148
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 258
USB Port .................................................... 211
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 142
V
Valet Mode............................................... 154
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 532
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 391
Off Button............................................... 392
Off Indicator...................................... 81, 392
System Indicator ................................ 81, 391
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 443, 529, 531
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 391
W
Wallpaper................................................. 224
Warning and Information Messages ......... 95
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 512
Warning Labels ........................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 537
Watts ................................................. 528, 530
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 467
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 498
Window Washers ..................................... 169
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 452 Switch .................................................... 169
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 158
Windshield Cleaning ......................................... 476, 479
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 206
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 173
Washer Fluid ........................................... 452
Wiper Blades........................................... 460
Wipers and Washers ............................... 169
Winter Tires .............................................. 470
Snow Tires .............................................. 470
Tire Chains.............................................. 470
Wipers and Washers ................................ 169
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 460
WMA ................................................. 235, 245
Worn Tires ................................................ 462
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