Acura RLX 2017 Owner's Manual
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator 
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal  repeatedly to increase the engine 
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and 
sometimes the steering wheel  becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe  place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays  on, immediately have your vehicle 
inspected by a dealer.
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a proble m with the electric parking brake 
system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Avoid using the parking brake and immediately get your vehicle 
inspected at a dealer.
■What to do when the electric parking brake indicator comes on 
or blinks at the same time.
• Release the parking brake. If you ca nnot release it, immediately stop 
the vehicle in a safe place and call a dealer.
• If only the electric parking brake indicator goes off, immediately get 
your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
• If the electric parking brake indicator remains on or blinks even after 
releasing the parking brake, immedi ately stop the vehicle in a safe 
place and call a dealer.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or 
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low.  If there is a problem with the TPMS or 
the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator blinks for about one 
minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the 
pressure to the specified level. The spec ified tire pressure is on a label on 
the driver’s side doorjamb.
■What to do when  the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer  as soon as possible. If the compact 
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, ch ange the tire to a full-size tire. 
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS  Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause 
it to overheat. An  overheated tire can fail. Always 
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set 
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) 
and check to see if any applicable fuse is 
blown.
There are three fuse boxes in the engine 
compartment.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box 
cover. Locate the fuse  in question by the 
fuse number and box cover number.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push 
the tabs to open the box.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1IG1A ACG FR15 A
2IG1A MISS SOL110 A
3−−
4− −
5SMART(7.5 A)
6 IG1B ECU FR 7.5 A
7IG1B OP FR7.5 A
8 IGP2 15 A
9DBW15 A
10 IGP 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 ACM 20 A
13−−
14 Interior Lights 10 A
15Back Up Radio10 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17MG Clutch7.5 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19Stop7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21Trunk10 A
22 Small 15 A
23−−
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25−−
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
27Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
28 IGP2 Sub 7.5 A
29Power Rear Sunshade*(20 A)
30 Headlight Washer*30 A
31Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to 
open the box.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Main Fuse150 A
2
Horn & Hazard30 A
R/B Main 2 60 A
ABS/VSA RLY 30 A RFC 50 A
R/B Main 3 50 A
AS F/B Main 2 60 A
ABS/VSA Motor 40 A Heater Motor 40 A
3
R/B Main 160 A
DR F/B Main 160 A
AS F/B Main 160 A
IG Main 130 A
DR F/B Main 260 A
IG Main 230 A
Left Precision All Wheel  Steer40 A
Rear Defroster40 A
4 ST MG 30 A
5Left Electric Parking Brake30 A
6 Right Electric Parking Brake 30 A
7Injector20 A
8 Hazard 15 A
9−−
10 − −
11Horn10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmpsLocated near the + terminal on the battery. 
Push the tabs to open the box.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
EPS80 A
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on 
the under panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse 
number and label number.
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Driver’s Side Door Lock10 A
2Passenger’s Side Door Lock10 A
3Driver’s Door Lock10 A
4Driver’s Side Door Unlock10 A
5Passenger’s Side Door 
Unlock10 A
6Driver’s Door Unlock10 A
7Door Lock20 A
8−−
9Tilt Steering Wheel20 A
10IG1 DR17.5 A
11Meter10 A
12IG1 Box20 A
13ACCESSORY7.5 A
14−−
15Driver’s Power Seat Sliding20 A
16Moonroof20 A
17Rear Driver’s Side Power  Window20 A
18Telescopic Steering Wheel20 A
19Driver’s Power Window20 A
20Left e-pretensioner*(20 A)
21Fuel Pump20 A
22−−
23ST Cut7.5 A
24IG1 DR27.5 A
25Start DIAG7.5 A
26A/C7.5 A
27DRL7.5 A
28ACC Key Lock7.5 A
29Driver’s Lumbar Support7.5 A
30SMART10 A
31−−
32Driver’s Power Seat 
Reclining20 A
33Right Precision All Wheel  Steer40 A
34IG1 Box30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located on the lower side panel. Take off 
the cover to open.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
■Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse 
Box
Fuse Label
Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2Front Seat Heaters/AVS20 A
3Rear Passenger’s Side 
Power Window20 A
4Front Passenger’s Lumbar  Support7.5 A
5−−
6−−
7Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding20 A
8Passenger’s Power Seat 
Reclining20 A
9Rear Seat Heaters*(20 A)
10−−
11Fly Start15 A
12Accessory Power Socket 
(Console Compartment)20 A
13Accessory Power Socket  (Center Pocket)20 A
14AS ECU7.5 A
15Glove Box7.5 A
16−−
17−−
18Front Passenger’s Power 
Window20 A
19SRS110 A
*1:Models without surround view camera system
*2:Models with surround view camera  system
20ABS/VSA7.5 A
21−−
22e-pretensioner*(7.5 A)
23−−
24SRS27.5 A
25Illumination7.5 A
26Right e-pretensioner*(20 A)
27Heated Steering Wheel*10 A
28Audio AMP30 A*1
40 A*2
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF 
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories 
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine 
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown,  use a Phillips-head 
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and 
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine 
compartment and the  vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it 
with the fuse puller and replace it with a 
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating 
greatly increases the chances of damaging the 
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified 
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on  
P. 522 to 525.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse 
box located near the  brake fluid reservoir.Blown Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown 
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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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 only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency 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.
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk and remove the cover.
2. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door 
when it is pulled.1When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have 
your vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk pass-through cover.
2 Trunk Pass-through Cover  P. 174
2.Pull the trunk release handle down.
1When You Cannot Open the Trunk
What to do-following up
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have 
your vehicle checked.
Trunk Pass-through Cover
Trunk Release Handle
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