winter tires Acura TLX 2017 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P431)
Under the Hood (P440)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, slide the lever and lift the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P453)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P460)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P462)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 432
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 433Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 434
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 435
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 440Opening the Hood ........................... 442
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 443
Oil Check ......................................... 444
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 446
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 447
Engine Coolant ................................ 449
Transmission Fluid ............................ 451
Brake Fluid ....................................... 452
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 452
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 453
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 460
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 462
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 463Tire Labeling .................................... 463DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 465Wear Indicators................................ 467 Tire Service Life ................................ 467
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 468
Tire Rotation .................................... 469
Winter Tires ..................................... 470
Battery ............................................... 471
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 473
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 475Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 476
Exterior Care.................................... 478
Accessories and Modifications................ 481
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance be tween vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season ti res when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufacturer’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not to uch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: QCC Premium Cobra 1042P with tensioner 0212
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
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Index
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 36
Side Airbags ............................................... 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 229
Snow Tires ................................................ 470
Spare Tire (Optional) ....................... 497, 531
Spark Plugs ............................................... 530
Specifications ........................................... 530
Specified Fuel ................................... 427, 530
SPORT (Sport mode) Indicator .................. 88
Sport Mode .............................................. 346
Sport+ Mode ............................................ 346
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 42
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 345
Starting the Engine .................................. 322
Does Not Start ........................................ 504
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 163
Jump Starting ......................................... 507
Remote Engine Start ............................... 325
Steering Wheel ........................................ 176
Adjusting ................................................ 176
Stopping ................................................... 417
Summer Tires ............................................ 470
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®).............................................. 395
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 ................................. 206
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 486
Text Message .................................... 306, 308
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 396, 518
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 396
Indicator ............................................ 82, 518
Tire Fill Assist ................................... 396, 518
Tires ........................................................... 462
Air Pressure ..................................... 463, 531
Chains ..................................................... 470
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 462
Flat Tire (Puncture) ................................... 485
Inspection ................................................ 462
Labeling .................................................. 463
Puncture (Flat Tire) ........................... 485, 497
Regulations ............................................. 465
Rotation .................................................. 469
Spare (Optional) .............................. 497, 531
Summer .................................................. 470
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 486
Wear Indicators ....................................... 467
Winter ..................................................... 470
Tools .......................................................... 484
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 321
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 321
Emergency .............................................. 525 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 396
Transmission ......................... 18, 20, 331, 338
Automatic ................................. 18, 330, 331
Dual Clutch ............................... 20, 330, 338
Fluid ........................................................ 451
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 75, 332
Number................................................... 532
Sequential Mode ..................................... 336
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 340
Shift Lever Position Indicator.................... 339
TRIP Button ....................................... 121, 122
Trip Meter ................................................. 123
Troubleshooting ....................................... 483
Blown Fuse...................... 520, 521, 522, 523
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 525
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 504
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 485
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 512
Premium Gasoline ........................... 427, 530
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 485, 497
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 24, 150
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 511
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
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Index
Trunk......................................................... 152
Lid ........................................................... 152
Light Bulbs............................................... 530
Main Switch ............................................ 154
Open Indicator........................................... 81
Open Message......................................... 102
Unable to Open ....................................... 527
Turn Signals ............................................... 164
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 83
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 147, 325
U
Under-Floor Storage Area........................ 194
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 142
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 148
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 256
USB Port .................................................... 209
Using the Keyless Access System .............. 142
V
Valet Mode............................................... 154
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 532
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 390
Off Button ............................................... 391
Off Indicator ...................................... 81, 391
System Indicator ................................ 81, 390 Viscosity (Oil)
.................................... 443, 531
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 390
W
Wallpaper................................................. 221
Warning and Information Messages ......... 95
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 514
Warning Labels ........................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 537
Watts ......................................................... 530
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 467
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 500
Window Washers ..................................... 169
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 452
Switch ..................................................... 169
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 158
Windshield Cleaning ......................................... 477, 479
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 205
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 ................................................. 232, 242
Worn Tires ................................................ 462
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