2015 Acura TLX vehicle identification

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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
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descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
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represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2Safe Driving P. 27For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 392Instrument Panel P. 69Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 1172Controls P. 137Clock P. 138 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 139
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 160
Adjusting the Seats P. 1802 Features P. 209Audio System P. 210 Audio System Basic Operation P. 215
Customized Features P. 259 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 2772 Driving P. 315Before Driving P. 316 Towing a Trailer P. 321
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 419 Refueling P. 4202 Maintenance P. 425Before Performing Maintenance P. 426 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 429
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 454
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 469
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 475Tools P. 476 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 477
Overheating P. 503 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 505
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 5172 Information P. 519Specifications P. 520 Identification Numbers P. 524
Emissions Testing P. 527 Warranty Coverages P. 529

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Loading Information Label
Continued
Maintenance
Tire and Loading Information LabelThe label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading
information.Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.
1 Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading information label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:aThe number of people your vehicle can carry.bThe total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.cThe original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare, if
equipped.dThe proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
spare, if equipped.
Label
ExampleExample
Tire Size
Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)
Maximum
Tire Load
Maximum
Tire Pressure
Tire Size■
Tire Sizes
1 Tire Sizes
Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.
225/50R18 95H
225: Tire width in millimeters.
50: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a
percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
18: Rim diameter in inches.
95: Load index (a numerical code associated with the
maximum load the tire can carry).
H: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the
maximum speed rating).

uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire Labeling
458Maintenance
The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like
the example in the side column. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire.
Cold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at
least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Load Rating – Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the tire can
hold.
Maximum Load Rating – Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure recommended
by the manufacturer.
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – Means the projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.■
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
■
Glossary of Tire Terminology
1 Tire Identification Number (TIN)DOT B97R FW6X 2209
DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all
requirements of the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
B97R: Manufacturer’s identification mark.
FW6X: Tire type code.
22 09: Date of manufacture.
Year
Week

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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 520
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number ......................................... 524
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 525
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 526Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 527
Warranty Coverages ........................ 529
Authorized Manuals ......................... 531
Client Service Information ............... 532

524Information
Identification NumbersVehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission NumberYour vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number and transmission number are
shown as follows.
1Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission Number
The interior vehicle iden tification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Engine Number
Dual Clutch
Transmission
Number Certification Label/Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Engine Number
Automatic
Transmission
Number Certification Label/Vehicle Identification Number
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models

532Information
Client Service InformationAcura dealership personnel are trained professionals.
They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that
your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the
dealership’s service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the
decision made by the dealership’s management, contact Acura Client Relations/
Services.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Acura Client Relations
Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 382-2238Canadian Owners:
Honda Canada Inc.
Acura Client Services
180 Honda Boulevard Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: [email protected]
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
1 Client Service Information
When you call or write, please give us the following
information:•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Engine Number and Transmission
Number P. 524•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle•Your name, address, and telephone number•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you

538Index
IIdentification Numbers............................ 524
Vehicle Identifi cation Number (VIN),
Engine Number and Transmission
Number ............................................... 524
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) ........... 346
IDS Button ................................................. 346
Illumination Control ................................. 172
Immobilizer System .................................. 155
Indicator .................................................... 83
Indicators ..................................................... 70
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 89, 352
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 79
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 92
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 92
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 72, 400
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 72, 400
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 90, 390
Brake System (Amber)................................ 73
Brake System (Red) ............................ 70, 506
Charging System ............................... 74, 505
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM) ........................................... 93, 94
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 84, 349
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 84, 348
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 31, 81
ECON (Econ mode) .................................... 88
Electric Parking Brake................................. 71
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 71, 507
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 80, 507 Fog Lights ................................................. 83
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 85
Gear Position............................................. 75
High Beam ................................................ 83
Immobilizer System ................................... 83
Keyless Access System ............................... 84
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 86
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 89, 381
Lights On .................................................. 83
Low Fuel ................................................... 79
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 70, 505
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 82, 392, 394
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 74, 506
Precision All Wheel Steer System ............... 88
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 87
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 78
Security System Alarm ............................... 84
SPORT (Sport mode) .................................. 88
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 91
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 51, 80
System Message ........................................ 82
Transmission ....................................... 76, 77
Turn Signal ................................................ 83
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 81, 386
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 81, 387
Information .............................................. 519
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 124
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control................................... 172 Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)
.......... 346
IDS Button .............................................. 346
Interface Dial ............................................ 215
Interior Lights ........................................... 187
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 177
Internet Radio .......................................... 242
iPhone ............................................... 242, 258
iPod ................................................... 238, 258
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 492
Jump Starting ........................................... 498KKey Number Tag ...................................... 141
Keyless Access System .............................. 143
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 146
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention ................................. 146
Number Tag............................................ 141
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................ 142
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ................................. 139, 147, 325
Types and Functions................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 330
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 330

542Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 475
Blown Fuse ...................... 510, 511, 512, 513
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 515
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 495
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 477
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating............................................. 503
Premium Gasoline.................... 420, 520, 522
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 477, 489
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 24, 150
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 502
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk ......................................................... 152
Lid ........................................................... 152
Light Bulbs....................................... 520, 522
Main Switch ............................................ 154
Open Indicator........................................... 81
Open Message......................................... 102
Unable to Open ....................................... 517
Turn Signals ............................................... 164
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 83
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
Two-way Keyless Access
Remote .................................... 139, 147, 325UUnder-Floor Storage Area ........................ 195
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 142 Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 148
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 258
USB Port .................................................... 211
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 143
VValet Mode............................................... 154
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 524
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 386
Off Button............................................... 387
Off Indicator...................................... 81, 387
System Indicator ................................ 81, 386
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 437, 521, 523
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 386WWallpaper................................................. 224
Warning and Information Messages ......... 95
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 505
Warning Labels ........................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 529
Watts ................................................. 520, 522
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 461
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 492
Window Washers ..................................... 169
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 446 Switch .................................................... 169
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 158
Windshield Cleaning ................................................. 473
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 206
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 173
Washer Fluid ........................................... 446
Wiper Blades........................................... 454
Wipers and Washers ............................... 169
Winter Tires .............................................. 464
Snow Tires .............................................. 464
Tire Chains.............................................. 464
Wipers and Washers ................................ 169
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 454
WMA ................................................. 235, 245
Worn Tires ................................................ 456