2017 Acura RLX Hybrid wiper blades

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del 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 in cluded 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.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 43
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 106
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 133
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 154
Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Features P. 211
Audio System P. 212 Audio System Basic Operation P. 216
Customized Features P. 283 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 308
2 Driving P. 357
Before Driving P. 358 Towing a Trailer P. 363
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 444 Surround View Camera System* P. 445
2Maintenance P. 459
Before Performing Maintenance P. 460 Maintenance MinderTM P. 463
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 485
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 500
2Handling the Unexpected P. 509
Tools P. 510 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 511
Overheating P. 535 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 537
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 550
2 Information P. 553
Specifications P. 554 Identification Numbers P. 556
Emissions Testing P. 559 Warranty Coverages P. 561
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 459)
Under the Hood (P 468)
● Check engine oil and engine coolant, inverter coolant. Add
when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push up the lever and lift the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 480)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 485)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 488)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■AUTO
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers P. 164
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
them. Use the defroster to warm the windshield,
then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
MIST
OFF
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
AUTO : Wiper speed varies
automatically
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 460
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 461Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 462
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 463
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 468Opening the Hood ........................... 469
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 470
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 471
Oil Check ......................................... 472
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 473
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 474
Cooling System ................................ 476
Inverter Coolant ............................... 478
Transmission Fluid ............................ 478
Brake Fluid ....................................... 479
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 479
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 480
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 485
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 488
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 489Tire Labeling .................................... 489DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 491
Wear Indicators ............................... 493
Tire Service Life ................................ 493
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 494
Tire Rotation .................................... 495
Winter Tires ..................................... 496
12-Volt Battery ................................. 497
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 498
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 500CleaningInterior Care .................................... 501
Exterior Care.................................... 503
Accessories and Modifications ........ 506
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 479
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 488
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 480
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 485
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 466
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 563
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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485Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
2. While holding the wiper switch in the
MIST position, set the power mode to ON,
then to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
u Both wiper arms are set to the
maintenance position as shown in the
image.
3. Lift both wiper arms.
1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Press and hold the tab, then slide the
blade out from the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade to the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
unfastens from the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade to the opposite
direction to slide it out from its holder.
Tab
Wiper
Blade
End Cap at
the bottom
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm
until it locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Cap Wiper
Blade
Holder
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