Brake replacement Acura TLX 2020 Owner's Manual

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
■Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Change the gear position to
(D when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
1 Hill Start Assist System
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
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uuWhen Driving uSuper Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ®)*
Driving
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD® )*
The system controls and tran sfers varying amounts of engine torque to each wheel
in accordance with the driving conditions.
SH-AWD ® helps to enhance driving stability, and lets you handle situations like
sli ppe r y sur f a c es , suc h a s o n w e t, i cy , o r sno wy r oa ds , b e tt e r t ha n wh e n dr iv ing wi t h
two wheel drive. However, the system do es not help to enhance braking. Be
precautious about the following:
• It is still your responsibility to drive safely when you steer, accelerate, and apply
brakes.
• Leave a sufficient margin when braking on slippery surfaces.1Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ®)*
The SH-AWD ® system may not function properly if
tire type and size are mixed.
Make sure to use the same size and type of tire, and
the air pressures as specified. 2 Tire and Wheel Replacement P. 501
Do not continuously spin the front tires of your
vehicle. Continuously spinning the front tires can
cause damage to the transmission and SH-AWD ®
unit.
If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while driving, it
indicates the differential te mperature is too high. If
this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is
safe, change the gear position to
( P, and idle the
engine until the indicator goes out.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 466
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 467Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 468
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 469
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 474Opening the Hood ........................... 476
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 477
Oil Check ......................................... 478
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 480
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 481
Engine Coolant ................................ 484
Transmission Fluid ............................ 486
Brake Fluid ....................................... 487
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 487
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 488
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 493
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 495
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 496Tire Labeling .................................... 496DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 498Wear Indicators................................ 500 Tire Service Life ................................ 500
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 501
Tire Rotation .................................... 502
Winter Tires ..................................... 503
Battery ............................................... 504
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 506
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 508Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 509
Exterior Care.................................... 511
Accessories and Modifications................ 514
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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. 487
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 495
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 488
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 493
■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 maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the multi-in formation display (MID).
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 472
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. 575
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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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir. If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears
on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1 Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Acura brake fl uid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Acura Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
MIN
MAX
Brake Reserve Tank
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
Canadian models
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery)................................... 505
Charging System Indicator ................ 75, 549
Jump Starting ......................................... 542
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 504
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ..................................... 195
Blind spot information System ................ 421
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 255
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 317
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 68
Brake System ............................................ 429
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 435
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 433
Brake Assist System................................. 436
Fluid ....................................................... 487
Foot Brake .............................................. 432
Parking Brake.......................................... 429
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 72
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 72, 550
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 172
Built-in Key ............................................... 134
Bulb Replacement .................................... 488
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 491
Brake/Taillights........................................ 490
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 490
Fog Lights ............................................... 488 Front Side Marker/Parking Lights ............. 488
Headlights ............................................... 488
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 492
Puddle Lights ........................................... 492
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 492
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 489
Side Turn Signal/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 488
Bulb Specifications ................................... 566
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 69
Carrying Cargo .................................. 357, 359
CD Player ................................................... 244
Center Pocket ........................................... 194
Certification Label .................................... 568
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 488
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 549
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 147
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................. 68
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Larger Children .......................................... 67
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Using a Tether ........................................... 65 Childproof Door Locks
............................. 147
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 511
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 509
Client Service Information ....................... 576
Climate Control System ............................ 205
Changing the Mode ................................ 208
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 211
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 508
Sensors ................................................... 212
Synchronized Mode................................. 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 205
Clock .......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 437
Coat Hooks ............................................... 200
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 437
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ........ 532, 567
Compass .................................................... 352
Console Compartment ............................. 193
Controls ..................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 484
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 485
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 484
Overheating ............................................ 547
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 370
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 370
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 452
Cup Holders .............................................. 195
Customized Features ........................ 120, 292
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Index
Indicators..................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow .............. 85, 86, 390
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 79
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 82
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 89
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 89
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 74, 433
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 74, 433
Blind spot information system .................... 88
Brake System (Amber)................................ 72
Brake System (Red) ............................ 72, 550
Charging System ............................... 75, 549
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 90, 91
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 33
ECON (Econ mode) .................................... 85
Electric Parking Brake................................. 73
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 73, 552
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 79, 551
Fog Lights .................................................. 82
Gear Position ............................................. 75
High Beam................................................. 82
Immobilizer System .................................... 83
Keyless Access System ............................... 83
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 87, 412
Lights On ................................................... 82
Low Fuel .................................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 74, 549
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 81, 425, 427 M (sequential mode)
Indicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection ............................... 78
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 75, 550
Precision All-Wheel Steer
TM (P-AWS ®)
System .................................................... 85
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 84
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 35, 78
Security System Alarm ............................... 83
Shift Lever Position .................................... 75
SPORT (Sport mode) .................................. 85
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® ) .............................................. 88
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 79
System Message ........................................ 81
Transmission System............................ 76, 77
Turn Signal ................................................ 82
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 80, 418
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 80, 419
Information .............................................. 565
Information Screen .................................. 223
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 118
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control................................... 172
Integrated Dynamics System ................... 387
Dynamic Mode Button ............................ 387
Interface Dial ............................................ 219
Interior Lights ........................................... 189
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 177
iPhone ............................................... 250, 276
iPod ................................................... 247, 276
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 535
Jump Starting ........................................... 542
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 135
Keyless Access System .............................. 136
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 143
Keys ........................................................... 133
Lockout Prevention ................................. 143
Number Tag............................................ 135
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 147
Remote Transmitter ................................ 141
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 144, 365
Types and Functions................................ 133
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 370
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 370
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 410
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 61
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto ......................................... 289
Lights ................................................ 162, 488
Automatic............................................... 163
Bulb Replacement ................................... 488
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 165
Fog Lights ............................................... 165
High Beam Indicator ................................. 82
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Index
Parking...................................................... 446
Parking Brake ............................................ 429
Parking Sensor System .............................. 448
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 162
Power Windows ........................................ 155
Precautions While Driving ........................ 369
Rain ......................................................... 369
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 519
R
Radiator..................................................... 485
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 230
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 233
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 231
Range ........................................................ 118
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 231
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 571
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ...................................................... 173
Rear Seats .................................................. 187
Seat Heaters ............................................ 204
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 177
Refueling ................................................... 460
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 113
Gasoline .......................................... 460, 566
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Regulations ............................... 427, 498, 569 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 365
Remote Transmitter ................................. 141
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 506
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 506, 507
Bulbs ....................................................... 488
Fuses ............................... 555, 556, 557, 558
Tires ........................................................ 501
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 493
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 570
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 117
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 115, 120
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 405
On and Off.............................................. 407
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Labels ............................................... 70
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 34
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 36
Checking................................................... 40
Fastening .................................................. 37
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Pregnant Women ...................................... 39
Reminder ............................................ 35, 78 Warning Indicator ............................... 35, 78
Seat Heaters ..................................... 203, 204
Seats .......................................................... 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 180
Front Seats.............................................. 180
Rear Seats ............................................... 187
Seat Heaters ................................... 203, 204
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 203
Thigh support ......................................... 181
Security System ........................................ 152
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 83
Select Button ............................................ 371
Operation ............................................... 372
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 378
Operation ......................................... 20, 379
Releasing ................................................ 546
Won’t Move ........................................... 546
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 376
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 377
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 380
Sequential Shift Mode Operation ........... 381
Setting the Clock ...................................... 132
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 424
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 119
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 371
Shift Lever .......................................... 20, 378
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