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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. 461
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 471
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 462
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 468
■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. 448
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. 541
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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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 490
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 491
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 503
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 509
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 510
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 511
Jump Starting .................................... 512
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 515
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 516 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 518
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 518
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 519
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 519
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On .............................. 520
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On............................................. 520
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 521
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 522
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 526
Emergency Towing ........................... 527
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 528
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ..... 529
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 530
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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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Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine 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 (8.0 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
RegularSize245/40R19 98WPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front35 (240 [2.4])Rear33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare
*1
Size T155/70D17 110M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8JCompact Spare*117 x 4T
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Index
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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