2015 Acura TLX Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
Exterior CareDust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
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Washing the Vehicle
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Using an Automated Car Wash
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Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
1Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a conveyor, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode.
2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 334
Models with electronic gear selector
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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and exp ose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.■
Applying Wax
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Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
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Cleaning the Window
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Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1 Applying WaxNOTICEChemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plastic on your vehicle. Wipe up
spills immediately.1Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.1Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the inside of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direction as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.

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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.■
Fogged Exterior Light Lenses

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 476
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 477
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 489
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 495
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 496
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 497
Jump Starting .................................... 498
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 502Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 503
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On .. 505If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 505
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 506If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 506If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 507
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 507 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 508
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message.............. 509
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 510
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 514
Emergency Towing ........................... 515
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 516
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ..... 517RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 518

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ToolsTypes of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the trunk.
Vehicles with optional spare tire
Jack
Jack Handle Bar Towing Hook
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle Funnel
Towing Hook Funnel
Tool Case
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
Tool Case
Models with foam storage binModels with plastic storage bin
Tool Case

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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
Contact
Area

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1. Pull up on the trunk floor lid strap until it is
completely open.
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Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
Repair notification label and speed restriction label
are applied to the side of temporary tire repair kit.
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
Instruction Manual
Air Only Hose (Black) Speed Restriction Label
Repair Notification Label Pressure Relief
Button Inflator Switch
Selector Switch
SEALANT/AIR side
Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)
AIR ONLY
side
Power Plug
Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date
U.S. Canada
U.S. Canada
Trunk Floor
Lid Strap

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2. Turn the knob counterclockwise and
remove the tool case lid.
3. Remove the kit.
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.
Tool Case
Lid
Knob
Models with plastic storage bin
Models with plastic storage bin
Models with plastic storage bin
All models
Models with foam storage bin