2014 Acura RLX Owner's Manual

uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
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■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve
TankMAX
MIN

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Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1.Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2.If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.■What to do after parking the vehicle
1.Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2.Open the hood and check the oil level.2Oil Check P. 420
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe indicator goes off: Start driving again.
uThe indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
•Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
•Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•The brake fluid is low.
•There is a malfunction in the brake system.■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
•If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
•If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or BlinksNOTICEIf you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
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If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•Comes on when 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 problem 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 cannot 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, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place and call a dealer.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
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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 the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified 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, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or BlinksNOTICEDriving on an extremely underinflated 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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FusesFuse LocationsIf 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.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
IG1A ACG FR
15 A
2
IG1A MISS SOL1
10 A
3
−
−
4− −
5
−
−
6 IG1B ECU FR 7.5 A
7
IG1B OP FR
7.5 A
8 IGP2 15 A
9
DBW
15 A
10 IGP 15 A
11
IG Coil
15 A
12 ACM 20 A
13
−
−
14 Interior Lights 10 A
15
Back Up Radio
10 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17
MG Clutch
7.5 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19
Stop
7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21
Trunk
10 A
22 Small 15 A
23
−
−
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25
−
−
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A27
Left Headlight Low Beam
15 A
28 IGP2 Sub 7.5 A
29
Power Rear Sunshade
*
(20 A)
30 Headlight Washer
*
30 A
31
Wiper
30 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Main Fuse
150 A
2
Horn & Hazard
30 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 1
60 A
DR F/B Main 1
60 A
AS F/B Main 1
60 A
IG Main 1
30 A
DR F/B Main 2
60 A
IG Main 2
30 A
Left Precision All Wheel
Steer
40 A
Rear Defroster
40 A
4 ST MG 30 A
5
Left Electric Parking Brake
30 A
6 Right Electric Parking Brake 30 A
7
Injector
20 A
8 Hazard 15 A
9
−
−
10 − −
Located near the + terminal on the battery.
Push the tabs to open the box.■Circuit protected and fuse rating11
Horn
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
Circuit Protected
Amps
EPS
80 A

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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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 Protected
Amps
1
Driver’s Side Door Lock
10 A
2
Passenger’s Side Door Lock
10 A
3
Driver’s Door Lock
10 A
4
Driver’s Side Door Unlock
10 A
5
Passenger’s Side Door
Unlock
10 A
6
Driver’s Door Unlock
10 A
7
Door Lock
20 A
8
−
−
9
Tilt Steering Wheel
20 A
10
IG1 DR1
7.5 A
11
Meter
10 A
12
IG1 Box
20 A
13
ACCESSORY
7.5 A
14
−
−
15
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
20 A
16
Moonroof
20 A
17
Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window
20 A
18
Telescopic Steering Wheel
20 A
19
Driver’s Power Window
20 A
20
Left e-pretensioner
*
20 A
21
Fuel Pump
20 A
22
−
−
23
ST Cut
7.5 A
24
IG1 DR2
7.5 A
25
Start DIAG
7.5 A
26
A/C
7.5 A
27
DRL
7.5 A
28
ACC Key Lock
7.5 A
29
Driver’s Lumbar Support
7.5 A
30
SMART
10 A
31
−
−
32
Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
20 A
33
Right Precision All Wheel
Steer
40 A
34
IG1 Box
30 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models