2016 Acura RLX Hybrid engine oil

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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
There are four fuse boxes in the engine
compartment.
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.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1IG1A ACG FR15 A
2IG1A MISS SOL110 A
3−−
4− −
5SMART(7.5 A)
6 IG1B ECU FR 7.5 A
7IG1B OP FR7.5 A
8 IGP2 15 A
9DBW15 A
10 IGP 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 ACM 20 A
13−−
14 Interior Lights 10 A
15Back Up Radio10 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17AFP10 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19Stop7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21Trunk10 A
22 Small 15 A
23Front Fog Lights7.5 A
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25IMA Motor15 A
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
27Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
28 IGP2 Sub 7.5 A
29Power Rear Sunshade*20 A
30 Headlight Washer*30 A
31Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
ModelAcura RLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 5,379 lbs (2,440 kg)
Canada: 2,440 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,822 lbs (1,280 kg)
Canada: 1,280 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,590 lbs (1,175 kg)
Canada: 1,175 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.0 - 17.8 oz (455 - 505 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 11
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.1 US gal (57 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.3 US qt (5.0 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Fog LightsLED
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights LED
Front Side Marker Lights2 CP
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights16 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Lights LED
Door Outer Handle Ambient LightsLEDInterior LightsFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVanity Mirror Lights2.1 WFront Door Pocket LightsLEDCenter Pocket LightLEDBeverage Holder LightLEDDoor Courtesy Lights3.4 WConsole Compartment LightLEDGlove Box LightLEDFront and Rear*1 Foot LightsLEDDoor Inner Handle LightsLEDTrunk Light5 W
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
■ Twin Motor Unit Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.56 US qt (2.42 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity2.1 US gal (7.9 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.32 US gal (1.23 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.03 US gal (0.11 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize245/40R19 98WPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Compact
Spare*1
SizeT155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8JCompact Spare*117 x 4T
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator .................................................... 79
A
AAC.................................................... 248, 272
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 425
Accessories and Modifications ................. 458
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 190
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 382
AcuraLink .................................................. 352
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ............................ 88, 385
Additives Coolant ........................................... 476, 478
Engine Oil ................................................ 471
Washer .................................................... 479
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 471
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 181
Front Seats .............................................. 175
Head Restraints........................................ 178
Mirrors .................................................... 172
Steering Wheel ........................................ 171
Temperature ............................................ 110
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 411
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 271
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 281 Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 203
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 500
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 208
Sensors ................................................... 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Air Pressure ....................................... 489, 553
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49
Airbag Care............................................... 57
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 50
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator.............................................. 55, 82
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ..................................................... 43
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 54
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 240
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 425
Indicator.................................................... 82
Armrest ..................................................... 181
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 215
Audio System ............................................ 212
Adjusting the Sound................................ 230
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 213 Error Messages ....................................... 277
General Information................................ 282
HDD ....................................................... 251
Internet Radio ......................................... 269
iPod ........................................................ 261
MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 248, 272
Reactivating ............................................ 214
Recommended CDs ................................ 283
Recommended Devices ........................... 285
Remote Controls ..................................... 215
Security Code ......................................... 214
Shortcuts ................................................ 218
Theft Protection ...................................... 214
USB Flash Drives...................................... 285
USB Port ................................................. 213
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 225
Authorized Manuals ................................ 561
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 145
Customize ...................................... 119, 301
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 423
Indicator ........................................... 76, 423
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ........................................... 76, 423
Automatic Lighting .................................. 160
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 213
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 110
Average Speed ......................................... 111
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Index
Console Compartment............................. 187
Controls ..................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 476
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 477
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 476
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 83
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 83
Overheating............................................. 533
Coolant (Inverter) ..................................... 478
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ....... 372
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 440
Cup Holders ............................................... 189
Customized Features ........................ 113, 286
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 162
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 530
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 207
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 555
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 159
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 472
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 158
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ......................................................... 133
Auto Door Locking .................................. 145
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 145
Door Open Message .................................. 35 Keys ........................................................ 133
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside ........................................ 18, 142
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ........................................... 136
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 140
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 491
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 50
Driving ...................................................... 359
Braking ................................................... 420
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 372
Shifting Gear ........................................... 373
Turning on the Power.............................. 366
Driving Position Memory System ............ 169
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 372
Creeping ................................................. 372
Fluid ........................................................ 478
Kickdown ................................................ 372
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 375
Shifting ................................................... 373
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 500
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 111
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 75
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 75, 537
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 82, 537 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............ 409
Emergency ................................................ 546
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 557
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 554
Coolant .................................................. 476
Jump Starting ......................................... 530
Oil .......................................................... 471
Remote Engine Start ............................... 368
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 470
Engine Coolant ........................................ 476
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 477
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 476
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 83
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 83
Overheating ............................................ 533
Engine Oil ................................................. 471
Adding ................................................... 473
Checking ................................................ 472
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 464
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 535
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 471
e-pretensioners .......................................... 38
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 82
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................ 70
Expanded Rear Door Sunshades ............. 199
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 174
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 503
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
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Index
F
Features.................................................... 211
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 500
Oil .......................................................... 474
Flat Tire ............................................. 509, 521
Floor Mats ................................................ 502
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 479
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 478
Engine Coolant ....................................... 476
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 478
Windshield Washer ................................. 479
Foot Brake ................................................ 422
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 195
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ........ 196
Front Seats ................................................ 175
Adjusting ................................................ 175
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 383
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 455
Economy................................................. 457
Gauge .................................................... 106
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 111
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 81
Range ..................................................... 111
Recommendation............................ 455, 552
Refueling ................................................ 455
Fuel Economy ........................................... 457
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 456 Fuses
.......................................................... 540
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 545
Locations ................................. 540, 542, 544
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 457
Gauge ..................................................... 106
Information ............................................. 455
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 111
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Refueling ................................................. 455
Gauges ...................................................... 106
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 375
Gear Shift Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 373
Glass (care) ........................................ 501, 504
Glove Box .................................................. 184
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 507
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 313
Auto Answer ........................................... 328
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 330
Automatic Transferring ............................ 328
Displaying Messages ................................ 347
Editing User Name ................................... 327
HFL Buttons ............................................. 313 HFL Menus .............................................. 315
HFL Status Display ................................... 314
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 314
Making a Call .......................................... 338
Options During a Call .............................. 344
Phone Setup............................................ 319
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 334
Receiving a Call ....................................... 343
Receiving a Text/E-m
ail Message.............. 345
Ring Tone................................................ 329
Roadside Assistance ................................ 351
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 346
Speed Dial ............................................... 331
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 326
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option................................................... 324
Use Contact Photo .................................. 329
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 251
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 178
Headlight Washers ................................... 165
Headlights ................................................. 159
Aiming .................................................... 480
Automatic Operation............................... 160
Dimming ......................................... 159, 162
Operating................................................ 159
Head-Up Display ....................................... 123
Brightness Control................................... 167
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 194
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 195, 196, 197
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 313
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Index
High Beam Indicator................................... 85
High Voltage Battery ................................ 419
Hill Start Assist System .............................. 370
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 311
Hybrid Vehicle
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®) ............ 9
I
Identification Numbers
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............. 554
Vehicle Identification ............................... 554
Illumination Control Buttons............................................ 166, 167
Immobilizer System .................................. 149
Indicator .................................................... 85
Indicators ..................................................... 74
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 79, 535
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)...................................... 88, 385
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 82
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 76, 423
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 76, 423
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 90, 414
Brake System (Amber)................................ 77
Brake System (Red) ............................ 74, 536
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 90, 91
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 35
Electric Parking Brake................................. 75 Electric Parking Brake System ............ 75, 537
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 82, 537
Fog Light ................................................... 85
Gear Position............................................. 80
High Beam ................................................ 85
High Temperature ..................................... 83
Immobilizer System ................................... 85
Keyless Access System ............................... 86
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 89, 404
Lights On .................................................. 85
Low Fuel ................................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 74, 535
Low Temperature ...................................... 83
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 84, 415, 417
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 79, 536
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 78
READY ...................................................... 78
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 87
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 37, 81
Security System Alarm ............................... 86
SPORT Mode ..................................... 86, 380
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 82
System Message ........................................ 84
Transmission ............................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 83, 409
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 83, 410
Information .............................................. 551
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 111 Instrument Panel
........................................ 73
Brightness Control .................................. 166
Interface Dial ............................................ 216
Interior Lights ........................................... 182
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 172
Inverter Coolant ....................................... 478
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 524
Jump Starting ........................................... 530
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 135
Keyless Access System .............................. 138
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 140
Keys ........................................................... 133
Lockout Prevention ................................. 140
Number Tag............................................ 135
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 144
Remote Transmitter ................................ 136
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 141, 368
Types and Functions................................ 133
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 372
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 402
Language (HFL) ........................................ 314
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 63
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Index
Lights................................................ 159, 480
Automatic............................................... 160
Bulb Replacement ................................... 480
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 162
Fog Lights ............................................... 162
High Beam Indicator ................................. 85
Interior.................................................... 182
Light Switches......................................... 159
Lights On Indicator.................................... 85
Turn Signals ............................................ 158
Load Limits ............................................... 363
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 133
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 145
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 144
From Inside ............................................. 142
From Outside .......................................... 136
Keys........................................................ 133
Using a Key............................................. 140
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 140
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) ................. 535
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 135
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 535
Lower Anchors ........................................... 63
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 363
Lumbar Support ....................................... 176M
Maintenance............................................. 459
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 497
Brake Fluid .............................................. 479
Cleaning .................................................. 501
Climate Control System ........................... 500
Coolant ........................................... 476, 478
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 463
Oil ........................................................... 472
Precautions .............................................. 460
Radiator .................................................. 477
Remote Transmitter ......................... 498, 499
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 480
Safety ...................................................... 461
Service Items ........................................... 466
Tires ........................................................ 488
Transmission Fluid ................................... 478
Under the Hood ...................................... 468
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 79, 536
Map Lights ................................................ 183
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 363
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 106
Mirrors ....................................................... 172
Adjusting ................................................. 172
Door........................................................ 173
Exterior .................................................... 173
Interior Rearview ..................................... 172
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 458
Moonroof .................................................. 154 MP3
................................................... 248, 272
Multi-Information Display ....................... 108
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 444
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 554
O
Odometer................................................. 110
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 471, 553
Adding .................................................... 473
Checking................................................. 472
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 464
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 535
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 471, 553
Viscosity .......................................... 471, 553
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 217
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 548
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 469
Moonroof ............................................... 154
Power Windows ...................................... 152
Trunk ...................................................... 146
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ...................................................... 155
Outside Temperature Display .................. 110
Overheating .............................................. 533
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