climate control Acura TLX 2016 Owner's Guide

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uuClimate Control System uUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
■Shortcuts
You can store two sets of your preferred temperature, fan speed, and vent mode
settings to the clim ate control system.
To store a set of the climate control settings:
1.Select Shortcuts .
2. Adjust the climate control system to your
preference.
3. Select Climate .
4. Select Edit.
5. Select Add.
6. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to
store your settings to.
To recall one of the settings:
1. Select Shortcuts .
2. Select Climate .
3. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 .
To delete a preset:
1. Select Shortcuts .
2. Select Climate .
3. Select Edit.
4. Select Delete .
5. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to
delete.1 Shortcuts
You can also store a set by pressing and holding the
preset number you want to store that setting after
step 3.
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Controls
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
Press the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows 1.Press the button.
2. Select the recirculation mode.
2 Switching between the recirculation
and fresh air modes P. 204
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits th e side windows.
If you press the button during Auto Idle Stop, the
engine restarts automatically.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
1 To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
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uuClimate Control System uAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
Controls
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.Sensor
Sensor
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
u Make sure the transmission is in
(P.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1 When Driving
When you set the power mode to ON, you may feel
as if the brake pedal is sinking down. This is normal.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell
exhaust gas inside the vehi cle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Models with electronic gear selector
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
Driving
Auto Idle Stop*
To help maximize fuel econ omy, the engine automatica lly stops when the vehicle
comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The
indicator comes on. The engine then restarts once the vehicle is
about to move again, and the indicator goes
off.
A message associated with Auto Idle Stop
appears on the multi-information display.
2 Indicators P. 92
2 Customized Features P. 130, 268
If the driver’s door is opened while the
indicator is comes on, a buzzer sounds to
notify you that the Auto Idle Stop function is
in operation.
To turn the Auto Idle Stop system off, press
this button. The Auto Idle Stop system stops.
u The Auto Idle Stop system will stop and
the Indicator (Amber) will come on.
1Auto Idle Stop*
The 12-volt battery insta lled in this vehicle is
specifically designed for a m odel with Auto Idle Stop.
Using a 12-volt battery other than this specified type
may shorten the battery life , and prevent Auto Idle
Stop from activati ng. If you need to replace the
battery, make sure to select the specified type. Ask a
dealer for more details.
The duration of the Au to Idle Stop operation:
•Increases in the ECON mode, compared to when
the ECON mode is off, with climate control in use.
Auto Idle Stop may activate less frequently in such
conditions as a traffic jam.
■Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF1 Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF
Press the Auto Idle Stop OFF button to restart the
engine from the idling stop.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
Driving
The vehicle stops with the gear position in (D and the brake pedal depressed.
■Auto idle stop does not activate when:
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• A gear position other than
(D or in Sport+.
• The engine is started with the hood open.
u Turn off the engine. Close the hood before you restart the engine to activate
Auto Idle Stop.
• The battery charge is low.
• The internal temperature of the battery is 14°F (−10°C) or less.
• The climate control system is in use, and the outside temperature is below −4°F
(−20°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
• The climate control system temperature is set to the Hi or Lo.
• is ON (indicator on).
■Auto Idle Stop Activates When:1Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
When ACC with LSF is in operation, the vehicle stops
without depressing the br ake pedal and Auto Idle
Stop may activate.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated. If the hood is opened, the
engine will not re start automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
2 Starting the Engine P. 324
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to ACCESSORY even while Auto Idle
Stop is in operation. Once in ACCESSORY, the engine
no longer restarts automatica lly. Follow the standard
procedure to start the engine. 2 Starting the Engine P. 324
Models with ACC with LSF
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Driving
■Auto idle stop m ay not activate when:
• The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly.
• The steering wheel is operated.
• The fan speed is high.
• Altitude is high.
• The vehicle is repeated ly accelerated and dece lerated at a low speed.
• The climate control system is in use, and there is a significant difference between
the set temperature and the actual interior temperature.
• Humidity in the interior is high.
The brake pedal is released and the automatic brake hold system is off.
■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed or the automatic
brake hold system is activated when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• When a steering wheel is operated.
• The gear position is in a position other than
(D or in Sport+.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is redu ced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is repeated ly applied and released slightly during
a stop.
• The battery charge becomes low.
• The accelerator pedal is depressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is unlatched.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The climate control system is in us e, and the difference between the set
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.
• The climate control system is bein g used to dehumidify the interior.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When:1The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
•If you are using an elec tronic device during Auto
Idle Stop, the device may temporarily be turned off
when the engine restarts.
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Driving
1Front Sensor Camera*
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot
Operate: Camera Temperature Too High message
appears:
•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode
with the air flow directed towards the camera.
•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cool s down the area around
the camera.
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot
Operate: Clean Front Windshield message
appears:
•Park your vehicle in a sa fe place, and clean the
windshield. If the message does not disappear after
you have cleaned the winds hield and driven for a
while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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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
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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Maintenance
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle m eet all U.S. Federal Safety
Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction,
and temperature performance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on th e tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual co nditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practi ces and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
■Uniform Tire Quality Grading
■Treadwear
1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
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