2014 Acura RLX oil type

408Maintenance
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and MaintenanceFor 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 maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.■Periodic inspections
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.2Brake Fluid P. 427
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 437
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 428
•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 434
■
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 federal 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 accordance with the intervals
indicated by the multi-information display.
2Maintenance Service Items P. 414
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com.
2Authorized Manuals P. 505
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.U.S. models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 454
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 455
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 466
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 472
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ............................................. 473
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 474
Jump Starting.................................... 475
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 478
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 479Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 481If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 481
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 482If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 482If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On .............................. 483
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator
Comes On............................................. 483
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 484
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 485
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 489
Emergency Towing........................... 490
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door................................................. 491When You Cannot Open the Trunk..... 492RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 493

496Information
Specifications■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Acura RLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
U.S.: 4,993 lbs (2,265 kg)
Canada: 2,265 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,778 lbs (1,260 kg)
Canada: 1,260 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 2,271 lbs (1,030 kg)
Canada: 1,030 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 15.8 – 17.6 oz (450 – 500 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 8
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer FluidDisplacement
212 cu-in (3,471 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
Type
Unleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 US gal (70 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
55AH(5)/72AH(20)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.3 US qt (5.0 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs*1: Not available on all modelsHeadlights (Low Beam)
LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights
27/8W (Amber)
Front Side Marker Lights 3CP
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
LightsLED
Taillights
LED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
21W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Lights
LED
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights LED
Interior Lights
Front and Rear Map Lights
LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights
LED
Vanity Mirror Lights
2.1W
Front Door Pocket Lights
LED
Center Pocket Light
LED
Beverage Holder Light
LED
Door Courtesy Lights
3.4W
Console Compartment Light
LED
Glove Box Light
LED
Front and Rear
*1 Foot Lights
LED
Door Inner Handle Lights
LED
Trunk Lights
5W

497
uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake Fluid
■Automatic Transmission FluidSpecified
Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Acura ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
2.1 US gal (8.0 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire*1: Except TECH, ADVANCE, and U.S. TECH-AUDIO models
*2: TECH, ADVANCE, and U.S. TECH-AUDIO models
*3: Vehicles with optional spare tire kitRegular
Size
P245/45R18 96V
*1
245/40R19 98W
*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
Front
32 (220 [2.2])
*1
35 (240 [2.4])
*2
Rear
32 (220 [2.2])
*1
33 (230 [2.3])
*2
Compact
Spare
*3
Size T155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
18 x 8J
*1
19 x 8J
*2
Compact Spare
*3
17 x 4T

514Index
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 29, 75
Electric Parking Brake................................. 69
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 69, 483
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 74, 483
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 79
High-Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System .................................... 77
Keyless Access System ............................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 80
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 82, 371
Lights On ................................................... 77
Low Fuel .................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 481
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 76, 380, 382
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 71, 482
Precision All Wheel Steer System................ 81
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 31, 73
Security System Alarm ............................... 77
Shift Lever Position .................................... 72
SPORT Mode ..................................... 81, 351
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 74
System Message ........................................ 76
Transmission .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 75, 375
VSA® OFF .......................................... 75, 376
Information............................................... 495
Instant Fuel Economy............................... 100
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control ................................... 144Interface Dial............................................ 193
Interior Lights........................................... 159
Interior Rearview Mirror.......................... 149
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 469
Jump Starting........................................... 475KKey Number Tag....................................... 116
Keyless Access System.............................. 118
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 120
Keys........................................................... 115
Lockout Prevention.................................. 120
Number Tag ............................................ 116
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 123
Remote Transmitter ................................. 117
Types and Functions ................................ 115
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)....... 346LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 367
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 370
Language (HFL)........................................ 288
LATCH (Child Seats).................................... 57
Lights................................................. 137, 428
Automatic ............................................... 138
Bulb Replacement ................................... 428
Daytime Running Lights........................... 140High-Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 159
Light Switches......................................... 137
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits............................................... 339
Locking/Unlocking................................... 115
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 123
From Inside ............................................. 121
From Outside .......................................... 117
Keys........................................................ 115
Using a Key............................................. 120
Lockout Prevention System..................... 120
Low Battery Charge................................. 481
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength.................................................. 116
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 68, 481
Lower Anchors........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 339
Lumbar Support....................................... 153
MMaintenance............................................ 407
Battery .................................................... 446
Brake Fluid .............................................. 427
Cleaning ................................................. 449
Climate Control System .......................... 448
Coolant .................................................. 424