2014 Acura RLX Owner's Manual

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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1.Pull the handle on the trunk floor lid and
open the lid.
2.Hook the handle to the edge of the trunk
opening.
3.Take the kit out of the case.
4.Place the kit face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
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1.Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2.Remove the sealant/air hose from the
packaging.
3.Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
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Injecting Sealant and Air
1Injecting Sealant and Air
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.
The sealant can permanently stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful during handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
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WARNING
Tire sealant contains substances that are
harmful and can be fatal if swallowed.
If accidentally swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Drink plenty of water and get
medical attention immediately.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water and get medical attention if
necessary.
Valve StemValve Cap
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve StemSealant/Air Hose

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4.Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
uBe careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
uDo not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2Accessory Power Sockets P. 167
5.Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 64
6.Turn the selector switch to SEALANT/
AIR.
1Injecting Sealant and AirNOTICEDo not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
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Handling the Unexpected
7.Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
uThe compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8.When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
9.
After the air pressure reaches 32 psi (220
kPa), turn off the kit.
After the air pressure reaches front:35 psi
(240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230 kPa), turn off
the kit.
uTo check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
10.Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
11.Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
12.Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
Pressure Gauge
ON
OFF
Models with P245/45R18 96V tiresModels with 245/40R19 98W tires
1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 15
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessary seal and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem

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13.Apply the repair notification label to the
flat surface of the wheel.
uThe wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.
1.Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2.Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
uDo not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3.Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Repair Notification Label
U.S.
Canada■
Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Speed Restriction LabelU.S.
Canada

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4.Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose on the compressor.
5.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
uDo not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 463
6.If the air pressure is
•Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2Emergency Towing P. 490•32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
•Front:35 psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uIf the air pressure does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
Air Only Hose
Models with P245/45R18 96V tiresModels with 245/40R19 98W tires

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•Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than 32 psi (220 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 32 psi
(220 kPa).
•Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than front:35 psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi
(230 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches front:35
psi (240 kPa)/rear:33 psi (230 kPa).2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 463Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uYou should repeat this procedure as long
as the air pressure is within this range.
7.Repackage and properly stow the kit.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
Pressure Relief Button
Models with P245/45R18 96V tiresModels with 245/40R19 98W tires
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

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You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire P. 455
2.Remove the kit from the case.
3.Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
4.Remove the air only hose from the kit.
5.Remove the valve cap.
6.Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
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Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
1Inflating an Under-inflated TireNOTICEDo not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
Air Only Hose
Valve CapValve StemAir Only Hose