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How to Refuel
Your fuel tank is not equipped with a fuel fill cap. You can insert the filler nozzle
directly into the filler pipe. The tank seals itself again when you pull out the filler
nozzle.
1. The fuel fill door is located at the left rear of the
vehicle. Park next to the service pump that is
most accessible, and turn off the engine.
2. Press the fuel fill door release button. The fuel
fill door opens.
3. Place the end of the filler nozzle on the lower
part of the filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully. Make sure that the end of the filler
nozzle goes down along with the filler pipe.
4. After filling, wait about 5 seconds before
removing the filler nozzle. Close the fuel fill door
by hand.
Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performance and
safety of your vehicle.
Fuel Information
Use of unleaded premium gasoline of 91 octane or higher is recommended.
• Acura recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good
performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the
use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives
such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
NOTICE
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
Cross Traffic Monitor*
Alerts you if a detected vehicle is approaching from a rear corner when your vehicle
is in Reverse (R) at speeds of 3 mph (5 km/h) or lower, which can be helpful when
backing out of parking spaces.
The system does not detect pedestrians, bicycles, or stationary objects.
Turning the System On or Off
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Camera Settings.
3. Select Cross Traffic Monitor.
4. Select On or Off.
5. Press BACK to exit the menu.
This system is for your convenience only. The system cannot detect all
approaching vehicles or avoid all possible collisions.
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to reverse the vehicle before doing so
may result in a collision. Do not rely only on the system’s audible and visual
alerts when reversing.
Always look in your mirrors, to either side of your vehicle, and behind you for
other vehicles before reversing your vehicle.
CAUTION
Arrow icons appear on the
side of an approaching
vehicle, and an audible
beep sounds.
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Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn off the vehicle and check to see if any
applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the
fuse by the fuse number and box cover number.
Engine Compartment Fuse Boxes
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 ASub Fuse Bo x*360 AABS/VSA Motor40 AABS/VSA FSR20 AMain Fa n*2, *330 AMain Fuse125 A
2
IG Mai n30 AF/B Mai n60 AF/B Main 260 AHeadlight Main30 AIG Main 230 AStarter Cut 140 AInjector*2, *320 ASub Fan*1
Rear Defroster40 AMain Fa n*130 ASub Fa n*2, *3
Wiper30 AHeater Motor40 A
*1: 4-cylinder model s*2: 6-cylinder models with 2W D*3: 6-cylinder models with AW D
3
Headlight Washer*2, *3(30 A)
Left Electric Parking Brake30 A
Right Electric Parking Brake30 A
SH-AWD*3
4
5
6
7
8S TRLD*1, *27.5 A
9Interior Lights*1, *25 A
10 Headlight Low/High Main 20 A
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Front Fog*(7.5 A)
13Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclinin g20 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15IGP215 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop*1, *210 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
Located near the washer fluid cap. Push the tabs to open the box.
Circuit Protecte dAmps
1Headlight Low Lef t7.5 A
2Headlight Low Right7.5 A
3Headlight High Right7.5 A
4H eadlight High Left 7.5 A
*if equipped
Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse label Fuse box
Circuit ProtectedAmps1A/C7.5
A2DRL7.5 A3ST Motor*(7.5 A)4
5Meter*17.5 AAuto Dimming Mirror*2
6SRS(7.5 A)7Option7.5 A8MISS SO L(15 A)9Fuel Pump20 A
10ABS/VSA*1(7.5 A)Smart*2
11Spare Fuse30 A
18
19Passenger’s Side Door
Unlock10 A
20Driver’s Side Rear Door
Unlock10 A
21Driver’s Side Door Lock(10 A)22Passenger’s Side Door Lock10 A23Driver’s Side Door Unlock(10 A)24SRS10 A25Instrument Panel Lights7.5 A26ACC Key Lock7.5 A
12Wiper7.5 A13ACG15 A
14Accessory Power Socket
(Console Compartment)20 A
15Driver’s Power Seat
Reclinin g20 A
16Moonroo f20 A17AVS/Seat Heaters20 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1: 2WD models*2: AWD models
27Parking Lights7.5 A28Lumbar Suppor t10 A29Right DRL7.5 A30Washer20 A31SMART10 A
32Driver’s Side Power
Window20 A
33Passenger’s Side Power
Window20 A
34Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window20 A
35Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window20 A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding20 A37ACCESSORY7.5 A3839Left DRL7.5 A
40Accessory Power Socket
(Center Pocket )20 A
41Rear Driver’s Side Door
Lock10 A
42Door Lock20 ARear Seat Heater*(15 A)Heated Steering Wheel*(10 A)
*2: AWD models
Circuit Protecte dAmpsA
B
CMeter*27.5 A
DB ack Up*210 AEStop*27.5 A
F Parking Lights*215 AGAudio ACC*27.5 A
Rear Seat Heater*2(15 A)AABS/VSA*27.5 A
BM ICU*27.5 AC
D
ESTRLD*27.5 A
FA udio*220 AGACM*27.5 A
Heated Steering Wheel*2(10 A)
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Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them first
with a paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber has
deteriorated, you should change the wiper blades.
1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the blade out
from the wiper arm.
3. Pull the end of the wiper blade to the direction of
the arrow (shown in the image) until it unfastens
from the holder’s end cap.
4. Pull the wiper blade to the opposite direction to
slide it out from its holder.
5. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade onto the
bottom part of the holder. Insert the blade all the
way.
6. Install the end of the wiper blade into the end cap.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it
locks.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then the
driver side.
Tab
Wiper
blade
End cap at
the bottom
Holder
Wiper
blade
Holder
Cap
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE
Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
Inflation Guidelines• Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and
comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or the specifications (see page
129) for the specified pressure.
• Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy,
and are more likely to fail from overheating.
• Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
• Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
• Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been
parked for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If necessary, add
or release air until the specified pressure is reached. If checked when hot, tire
pressure can be as much as 4-6 psi (30-40 kPa, 0.3-0.5 kgf/cm
2) higher than
checked when cold.
• At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure
in all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1-2 psi
(10-20 kPa, 0.1-0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
Every time you inflate the tires, check for the following:
• Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
or tread. Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. Replace tires if
you see fabric or cord.
• Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
• Cracks or other damage around the valve stems.
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is located is
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the
tire. If the tread has worn so low that the indicator
is exposed, replace the tire. Worn out tires have
poor traction on wet roads.
Example of a wear mark
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Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “Readiness Codes” as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system.
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the
testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mode to ON without starting the engine.
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are set,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it
there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway
with the vehicle in Drive. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive
for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of
traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more times (for
a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again
only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be
requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your dealer.
Vehicle
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SPECIFICATIONS
Tires
ModelAcura TL XNo. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Tota l5
Weights :Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,442 lbs (2,015 kg )
Canada: 2,055 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,370 lbs (1,075 kg )
Canada: 1,105 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear )U.S.: 2,094 lbs (950 kg )
Canada: 965 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.7 – 18.5 oz (475 – 525 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 8
Headlights (High/Low Beam )LEDFront Side Marker/Parking Lights LEDFront Turn Signal Lights 24 W
(PWY 24 W Amber/Silver)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LE
D
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Light s LE
D
Brake/Taillights
Back-Up Lights21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
High-M ount Brake Ligh tLED
Rear License Plate Lights
In terior Light sFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient Light sLEDVanity Mirror Lights1.4 WCenter Pocket LightLEDDoor Courtesy Lights3.4 WConsole Compartment Ligh t1.4 WGlove Box Ligh t1.4 WDoor Inner Handle LightsLEDTrunk Lights5 W
LE D
LE D
21
W
Brake Fluid
Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Specife dAcura Heavy Duty B\krake \fluid DOT \b
SpecifedAcura Automatic Tra\knsmission \fluid
AT\f TYPE 2.0
Engine Oi l
Engine Coolan
t
Recommended·Genuine Acura Mot\kor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade\k 0W-20 detergent oi\k l
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
flter 4.4 US qt (4.2
)
SpecifedAcura Long Life An\ktifreeze/Coolant Ty\kpe2
Ratio 50/50 with distill\ked wate r
Capacity \k Change \k \b.\b US \kqt (\b.1 )
Capacity
1.61 US gal (6.1 \k)

(change including \kthe remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 \k) in the reserve t\kank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5\k )
Canada: 5.7 US qt \k(5.4 )
Fuel
Displacement144 cu-in (2,356 cm3)
Spark Plugs NG
K DILKAR7H11GS
DILKAR7G11GS
DENSO DXE22HQR-D11 S
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump
octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 )
Engine
*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize225/55R 17 97HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spar e*1SizeT135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60
(420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7 1/2 JCompact Spar e*117 x 4T
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Learn about information specific to you as an Acura client and how to get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that you
may have about the vehicle.
Q: How do I set the vehicle clock?
A: For vehicles without navigation, see page 40. For vehicles with navigation, the
time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q: Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?
A: The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q: What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A: When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’s exterior lights will automatically turn
on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q: Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though the
keyless access remote is within range?
A: If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to confirm the
door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked. If you are
wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q: After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is asking for a
code. Where do I find this?
A: In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. Turn on the vehicle and the audio
system, and press and hold the power button until the system reactivates.
Q: Why can’t I select an item using the interface dial?*
A: To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited are inoperable while the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q: Where can I find the vehicle identification number (VIN)?
A: Check the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Q: Why can’t I operate Pandora through the audio system?
A: Audio may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter. Some
phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
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*2: AWD models
ModelAcura TL XNo. of Passengers:
Front
Rear
Total
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,586 lbs (2,080 kg)*1U.S.: 4,751 lbs (2,155 kg)*2Canada: 2,095 kg*1Canada: 2,170 kg*2Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front )U.S.: 2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)*1U.S.: 2,579 lbs (1,170 kg)*2Canada: 1,165 kg*1Canada: 1,180 kg*2Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,072 lbs (940 kg)*1U.S.: 2,194 lbs (995 kg)*2Canada: 945 kg*1Canada: 1,005 kg*2Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.7 – 18.5 oz (475 – 525 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 8
2
3
5
Headlights (High/Low Beam )LEDFog Lights*LEDFront Turn Signal Lights
Front Side Marker/Parking Lights LEDSide Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LE D
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Light s LE
D
Brake/TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W
High-M ount Brake Ligh t
Rear License Plate LightsLED
Puddle Lights * LED
In terior Light s
Front and Rear Map Lights LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Center Pocket Light LED
Door Courtesy Light s3.4 W
Console Compartment Light 1.4 W
Glove Box Ligh t1 .4 W
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
Trunk Lights 5 W
21 W
LE D
24
W
(PWY 24 W Amber/Silver)
Brake Flui d
Automatic Transmission Flui dSpecifedAcura Heavy Duty B\krake \fluid DOT \b
SpecifedAcura Automatic Tra\knsmission \flui d
AT\f-TYPE \b. 0
Capacity Change \b.5 US qt (\b.\b)
Engine Oil
Engine Coolan t
Recommended·Genuine Acura Mot\kor Oil 0W-2 0·API Premium-grade\k 0W-20 detergent o\ki l
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
flter 4.5 US qt (4.\b
)
SpecifedAcura Long Life An\ktifreeze/Coolant Ty\kpe2
Ratio 50/50 with distill\ked wate r
Capacity2.2 US gal (8.4 )\k
(change including \kthe remaining
0.19 US gal (0.72 \k) in the reserve \ktank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2\k.5 )
Canada: 5.7 US qt \k(5.4 )
Rear Differential Flui d*
Transfer Assembly Flui d*
SpecifedAcura DPS\f-II
Capacity Change 1.97 US qt (1.86 \k)
Specifed·Acura Hypoid Gear\k Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil S\kAE 75W-85 or SAE 9 0
(API grade GL4 or \kGL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.4\b )
Engine
Fuel
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGKD ILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump
octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 )
*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize225/50R 18 95HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spar e*1SizeT135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60
(420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 7 1/2 JCompact Spar e*117 x 4T
*if equipped
6-cylinder models