2017 Acura RLX trunk

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
504
Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire P. 491
2.Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
4. Place a wheel block or ro ck in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
The shape of the tool case varies by model.
Spare Tire
Tool Case
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
508
Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
2. Wrap the spacer cone and spare tire wing
bolt with cloth or paper, and store them in
the spare tire well.
3. Store the jack and tools in the tool case.
Place the tool case and the trunk floor lid on
the flat tire.
4. Close the trunk.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem appears on the multi-informati on display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a full-size tire, the warning message on the multi-
information display and the low tire pressu re/TPMS indicator will go off after a few
miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1 Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Spacer Cone
Wing Bolt
■TPMS and the Spare Tire1TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific whee ls. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mount ed inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
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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 three 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.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the 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
17MG Clutch7.5 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19Stop7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21Trunk10 A
22 Small 15 A
23−−
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25−−
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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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk and remove the cover.
2. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.1When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk pass-through cover.
2 Trunk Pass-through Cover P. 174
2.Pull the trunk release handle down.
1When You Cannot Open the Trunk
What to do-following up
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Trunk Pass-through Cover
Trunk Release Handle
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel pr ovided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press the fuel fill door release button.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 490
4.Remove the funnel from the case .
5. Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
6. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
7. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
8. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel Case
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
ModelAcura RLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,993 lbs (2,265 kg)
Canada: 2,265 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,778 lbs (1,260 kg)
Canada: 1,260 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,271 lbs (1,030 kg)
Canada: 1,030 kg
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.0 - 17.8 oz (455 - 505 g)
Lubricant TypeND-OIL 8
Quantity 7.8 - 8.7 cu-in (127.5 - 142.5 cm3)
■ 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 18.5 US gal (70 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
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights27/8W (Amber)
Front Side Marker Lights 2CP
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Lights LED
TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate LightsLED
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights LED
Interior LightsFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVanity Mirror Lights2.1WFront Door Pocket LightsLEDCenter Pocket LightLEDBeverage Holder LightLEDDoor Courtesy Lights3.4WConsole Compartment LightLEDGlove Box LightLEDFront and Rear*1 Foot LightsLEDDoor Inner Handle LightsLEDTrunk Light5W
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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) ............................ 84, 85
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 78, 357
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 78, 356
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 29
Electric Parking Brake................................. 69
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 69, 520
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 74, 520
Forward Collision Wa rning (FCW) .............. 79
High Beam................................................. 77
Immobilizer System .................................... 77
Keyless Access System ............................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 80
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 83, 388
Lights On ................................................... 77
Low Fuel .................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 518
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 76, 398, 400
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 72, 519
Precision All-Wheel Steer
TM (P-AWS ®)
System ..................................................... 78
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 81
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 31, 73
Security System Alarm ............................... 77
Shift Lever Position .................................... 72
SPORT Mode ..................................... 78, 355
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 74
System Message ........................................ 76
Transmission .............................................. 72
Turn Signal ................................................ 77 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 75, 393
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 75, 394
Information .............................................. 531
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 148
Interface Dial ............................................ 196
Interior Lights ........................................... 163
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 153
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 506
Jump Starting ........................................... 512
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 117
Keyless Access System .............................. 118
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 122
Keys ........................................................... 115
Lockout Prevention.................................. 122
Number Tag ............................................ 117
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 126
Remote Transmitter ................................. 120
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 123, 346
Types and Functions ................................ 115
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 350
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 378
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 386
Language (HFL) ........................................ 291
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 141, 462
Automatic............................................... 142
Bulb Replacement ................................... 462
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 144
High Beam Indicator ................................. 77
Interior.................................................... 163
Light Switches......................................... 141
Lights On Indicator.................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 140
Load Limits ............................................... 341
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 115
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 127
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 126
From Inside ............................................. 124
From Outside .......................................... 118
Keys........................................................ 115
Using a Key............................................. 122
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 122
Low Battery Charge ................................. 518
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 117
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 68, 518
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 341
Lumbar Support ....................................... 157
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