2015 Acura TLX brake light

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
4.Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker Light BulbsBrake/taillight and rear side marker light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized
Acura dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.Brake/Taillight BulbsBrake/taillight bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light BulbsRear license plate light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.High-Mount Brake Light BulbsHigh-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.Puddle Light Bulbs
*
Puddle light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.* Not available on all models

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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts water accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.■
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairing a Flat TireIf the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1.Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P
.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.NOTICEDo not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the ki t that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is us ed, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:
Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)
Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)
No
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P
.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Vehicles with optional spare tire
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not use another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on if 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
10 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
Press 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.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N
after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N
position in the instrument panel and the indicator
on the
(N
button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 322
*1: Models with navigation system
*2: Models without navigation systemModels with electronic gear selector
1If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle.
2 Emergency Towing P. 515
*1
*1
*2
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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.
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.■
Type A Engine Compartment
Fuse Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Sub Fuse Box
*3
60 A
ABS/VSA Motor
40 A
ABS/VSA FSR
20 A
Main Fan
*2, *3
30 A
Main Fuse
125 A
2
IG Main
30 A
F/B Main
60 A
F/B Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main
30 A
IG Main 2
30 A
Starter Cut 1
40 A
Injector
*2, *3
20 A
Sub Fan
*1
Rear Defroster
40 A
Main Fan
*1
30 A
Sub Fan
*2, *3
Wiper
30 A
Heater Motor
40 A
*1:4-cylinder models
*2:6-cylinder models with 2WD
*3:6-cylinder models with AWD3
Headlight Washer
*2, *3
(30 A)
Left Electric Parking Brake
30 A
Right Electric Parking Brake
30 A
SH-AWD
*3
20 A
4− −
5
−
−
6− −
7
−
−
8STRLD
*1, *2
7.5 A
9
Interior Lights
*1, *2
5 A
10 Headlight Low/High Main 20 A
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Front Fog Lights
*
(7.5 A)
13
Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining
20 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15
IGP2
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
*1, *2
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models