wiper blades Acura TLX 2019 Owner's Manual
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Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 29
For Safe Driving P. 30 Seat Belts P. 34 Airbags P. 41
2Instrument Panel P. 71
Indicators P. 72 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 113
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 133
Moonroof P. 157
Adjusting the Seats P. 180
2 Features P. 213
Audio System P. 214 Audio System Basic Operation P. 219
Customized Features P. 292 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 314
2 Driving P. 355
Before Driving P. 356 Towing a Trailer P. 361
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 456 Surround View Camera System* P. 458
2 Maintenance P. 463
Before Performing Maintenance P. 464 Maintenance MinderTM P. 467
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 491
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 506
2Handling the Unexpected P. 515
Tools P. 516 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 517
Overheating P. 545 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 547
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 560
2 Information P. 563
Specifications P. 564 Identification Numbers P. 566
Emissions Testing P. 570 Warranty Coverages P. 572
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P463)
Under the Hood (P472)
● 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, pull it up, and then raise the
hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P486)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P491)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P493)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the le ver for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automati c intermittent operation
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defrost er or heated windshield
*
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
MIST
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
INT
*1/AUTO*2
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 464
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 465Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 466
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 467
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 472Opening the Hood ........................... 474
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 475
Oil Check ......................................... 476
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 478
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 479
Engine Coolant ................................ 482
Transmission Fluid ............................ 484
Brake Fluid ....................................... 485
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 485
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 486
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 491
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 493
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 494Tire Labeling .................................... 494DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 496Wear Indicators................................ 498 Tire Service Life ................................ 498
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 499
Tire Rotation .................................... 500
Winter Tires ..................................... 501
Battery ............................................... 502
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 504
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 506Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 507
Exterior Care.................................... 509
Accessories and Modifications................ 512
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 485
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 493
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 486
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 491
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the multi-in formation display (MID).
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 470
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 574
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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491Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the holder
off the wiper arm.
1 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it
may damage the wiper arm and/or the windshield.
Tab
Wiper
Arm
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
3. Pull the end of the wiper blade in the
direction of the arrow in the image until it is
out of the holder’s end cap.
4. Pull the wiper blade in the opposite
direction to slide it out of the holder.
5. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
6. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
7. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm until it
locks.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.Wiper
Blade
End cap at
the bottom
Holder
Wiper Blade
Cap Wiper
Blade
Holder
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Index
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 517
Noise When Braking ................................. 27
Overheating ............................................ 545
Premium Gasoline ........................... 459, 564
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 517, 530
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 25, 147
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 544
Warning Indicators.................................... 72
Trunk ........................................................ 149
Lid .......................................................... 149
Light Bulbs .............................................. 564
Main Switch............................................ 151
Open Message .......................................... 97
Unable to Open ...................................... 560
Turn Signals .............................................. 161
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 82
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 118
Two-way Keyless Access Remote .... 144, 365
U
Under-Floor Storage Area....................... 201
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 136
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 145
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 276
USB Port .................................................... 215
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 136
V
Valet Mode............................................... 151
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 566
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) ................ 417
Off Button ............................................... 418
Off Indicator ...................................... 80, 418
System Indicator ................................ 80, 417
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 475, 565
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®) ................ 417
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 226
Warning and Information Messages ......... 92
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 547
Warning Labels ........................................... 70
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) ............................................... 572
Watts ......................................................... 564
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 498
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 533
Window Washers ...................................... 169
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 485
Switch ..................................................... 169
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 155
Windshield
Cleaning .......................................... 508, 510
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 211
Washer Fluid ........................................... 485
Wiper Blades ........................................... 491 Wipers and Washers................................ 169
Winter Tires .............................................. 501
Snow Tires .............................................. 501
Tire Chains .............................................. 501
Wipers and Washers ................................. 169
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 491
Wireless Charger ...................................... 197
WMA ................................................. 244, 252
Worn Tires ................................................ 493
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