2017 Acura RLX tire pressure

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DISCLOSURES
Devices That Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation:
• AcuraLink

• HomeLink
Universal Transceiver
• Audio system

• Immobiliz
er system
• Blind Spot Information (BSI)*

• K
eyless Access System
• Bluetooth Audio

•
Remote transmitter
• Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

•
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)*
• Remote Engine Start*
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada,
described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
As required by Industry Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR-type batteries in this vehicle may
contain perchlorate materials — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.
ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for more information.
California Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Event Data RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30
seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
•

How various
systems in your vehicle were operating;
•

Whether
or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/
fastened;
•

How
far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,
•

How
fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a
non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash
location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could
combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to
the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the
information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belong to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else
except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information
about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law
requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It
may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it
remains confidential.
*if equipped

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1 Lights/turn signals p. 32, p. 34
2 Wipers/washers p. 34
3 Cruise control*/Adaptive Cruise
Control with Low Speed Follow*
buttons p. 82, p. 83
4 Horn
5 Voice control/Bluetooth HandsF reeLink buttons p. 57
6 Audio controls p. 48
7 Instrument panel p. 22
Multi-information

display p. 26
8 Right selector wheel
TRIP button

p. 26
9 Paddle shifters p. 79
10 Brightness control p. 33
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
10 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)


Interval button*
p. 83
Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS) button*

p. 88


Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) OFF
button

p. 92
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*/


R

oad Departure Mitigation (RDM)

button*

p. 87, p. 90
Parking sensor button* p. 92
Collision Mitigation Braking System


(CMBS)

OFF button* p. 89
Headlight washer button* p. 35
14 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 77
15 Heated steering wheel* p. 44
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
12
*if equipped
11
13
127
4
8
135615
9310
111214
DRIVING ............................................................... 73
Befor e Driving ...................................................... 73
Maximum Load Limit
........................................... 74
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
..................................75
Remote Engine Start*
..........................................76
Starting to Drive
................................................... 77
Shifting
.................................................................. 78
Braking
................................................................... 80
Cruise Control*
.................................................... 82
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

with

Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
.................................83
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
..................86
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
.....................87
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
...............88
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)* 89
R
oad Departure Mitigation (RDM)*

................. 90
Blind Spot Information (BSI)*

............................ 91
Parking Sensor System*

..................................... 92
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) .......................... 92
Multi-
View Rear Camera*

.................................. 93
Surround View Camera*

.................................... 94
Cross Traffic Monitor*

........................................ 96
Refueling

................................................................ 97
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED .........................98
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
.......98
Shift Lever Does Not Move

............................... 98
Jump Starting

....................................................... 99
Overheating........................................................ 100
Emergency Engine Stop

..................................... 101
Emergency Towing

............................................. 101
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
.....102
Handling a Flat Tire

........................................... 104
Tire Repair Kit*

................................................... 104
Compact Spare Tire*

......................................... 105
Fuse Locations

.................................................... 108MAINTENANCE
.................................................
112
Safety Precautions .............................................
112
Maintenance Minder
™ ........................................ 113
Under the
Hood

.................................................. 115
Engine Oil

............................................................. 117
Engine Coolant

.................................................... 119
Window Washer Fluid ....................................... 120
Checking the Battery

........................................ 120
Changing Wiper Blades
..................................... 121
Tire Information

................................................. 122
Tire Labeling

....................................................... 125
DOT Tire Quality Grading
................................ 126
Testing of Readiness Codes .............................. 128
SPECIFICATIONS

............................................... 129
CLIENT INFORMATION
.................................... 130
Frequently Asked Questions/ Troubleshooting

.............................................. 130
Contact Us

........................................................... 131
EPA Contact Information
.................................. 131
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance ..132
Warranty Coverages

......................................... 132
INDEX.................................................................. 135

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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system. Stop in a safe
place and restart the engine.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
(Blinks and stays on) There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring
system, or a spare tire* is installed.
Keyless Access system
There is a problem with the keyless access system.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
There is a problem with the VSA system or hill start assist system.
Brake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems. Avoid high speeds and

sudden braking.

Your vehicle still has normal braking ability.
Blind Spot Information (BSI)*
There is a problem with the system, or the sensor is blocked.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow*
There is a problem with the system, or the radar sensor is blocked.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system, or the camera is blocked.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the

camera is block

ed.
Electric parking brake system
There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. Stop in a safe

place and av

oid using the parking brake.
Electric parking brake
(Blinks) There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
•

Brak
e fluid is low.
•

Ther
e is a problem with the brake system.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action.
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check
the oil level, and add oil if necessary (see page 117). If the indicator does
not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
•

The emissions contr
ol system may have a problem.
•

(Blinks)
A misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn all electrical items off, but do not turn the
vehicle off to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Precision All-Wheel Steer
™ (P-AWS™)
There is a problem with the system. Vehicle speed may be limited to 50 mph (80 km/h) or less.
Ca nada
U.S.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Canada
U.S.
U.S.
Canada
*if equipped

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BSI* off
ACC* on LKAS* on
SPORT mode on
Automatic brake hold on
Automatic brake activated
Ca nada
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Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Electric parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Low fuel
•

R
efuel as soon as possible.
•

If
the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the fuel gauge. See your
dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
System message
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the multi-information display. Check the display for more
information.
Immobilizer
Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle
off, and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with
the system. See your dealer.
Ca nada
U.S.
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
*if equipped
VSA off
VSA engaged (blinks)
CRUISE

MAIN on
CRUISE

CONTROL
on
Turn

signals/hazards on
Exterior lights on
High beams on
FCW*/CMBS* off
CRUISEMAINCRUISE
CONTROLCRUISE
MAINCRUISE
CONTROL

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Multi-Information Display (MID)
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Main Displays
Roll the right selector wheel to scroll through the main displays.
Outside temperature Odometer Outside temperature
Trip A Outside temperature
Trip B
Lower Displays
Press the TRIP button to scroll through the lower displays.
Main display (blank)
Vehicle settings Instant/average
fuel economy
Tire pressure monitor Range
Engine oil lifeElapsed time
Turn-by-turn directionsAverage speed
ACC*/LKAS*
*if equipped
Main display
Lower displayRight selector wheel
TRIP button
Vehicle SettingsUse the MID to customize certain vehicle features when the vehicle is in Park (P).
You can also use the SETTINGS button (see page 41).
An example of how to change the Trip A reset timing setting is below. Use the
right selector wheel to make and enter selections.
1.

Scr
oll to the Vehicle Settings menu and select it.
2.

Scr
oll to Meter Setup and select it.
3.

Scr
oll to “Trip A” Reset Timing and select it.
4.

Scr
oll through the options, and select the one
you want.
5.

Scr
oll to Exit, and select it to exit the menus.
Vehicle settings
screen
Right selector wheel
Roll to scroll through
selections. Press to
enter a selection.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving. Use the right selector wheel on the
steering wheel to scroll to the tire pressure monitor to see pressure readings for
each tire (see page 26).
If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure
indicator appears with a message in the multi-information display.
What to Do
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the pressure
to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on the driver’s
doorjamb.
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause it to overheat. An
overheated tire can fail. Always inflate your tires to the specified pressure.
NOTICE
The specific tire
with low pressure
is displayed.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal
Explanation
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should
stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct
tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator
to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS
malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as
the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement
or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.

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Tire Repair Kit*
If a tire has a small puncture, you can use the tire repair kit to temporarily repair it.
The puncture must be smaller than 3/16-inch (4 mm) and not in the tire sidewall.
Before Repairing the Tire
1.
P
ark the vehicle on firm, level, non-slippery surface.
2.

Mak
e sure the vehicle is in Park (P), and apply the electric parking brake.
3.

Turn on the
hazard warning lights, and turn the vehicle off.
Getting Ready to Repair the Tire1.
Pull the
handle on the trunk floor lid and open
the lid. Hook the handle to the edge of the trunk
opening.
2.

T
ake the kit out of the case.
3.

Place
the kit face up on flat ground near the
punctured tire and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
4.

F
ollow the instructions in the kit to repair the
tire.
Handle
Compact Spare Tire*
Replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire.
Before Changing the Tire
1.
P
ark the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
2.

Put
the vehicle in Park (P), and apply the electric parking brake.
3.

Turn on the
hazard warning lights and turn the vehicle off.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire1.
Open the trunk
floor lid.
2.

T
ake the tool case out of the trunk. Take the
jack and wheel nut wrench out of the tool
case.
3.

Unscr
ew the wing bolt, and remove the spacer
cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
4.

Place
the compact spare tire wheel side up under
the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
5.

Loosen each
wheel nut about one turn using
the wheel nut wrench.
*if equipped
Do not use an unapproved puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire, as it can
damage the tire pressure sensor.
NOTICE
Tool case
Spare tire
Handling a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Stop in a safe place. Follow the steps appropriate for how your
vehicle is equipped. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire
repaired or replaced.
*if equipped

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Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
Inflation Guidelines
•
Pr
operly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and
comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or the specifications (see page
129) for the specified pressure.
•

Underinflated
tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy,
and are more likely to fail from overheating.
•

Ov
erinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
•

Ev
ery day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
•

Measur
e the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been
parked for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If necessary, add
or release air until the specified pressure is reached. If checked when hot, tire
pressure can be as much as 4-6 psi (30-40 kPa, 0.3-0.5 kgf/cm
2) higher than
checked when cold.
•

A

t least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure
in all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1-2 psi
(10-20 kPa, 0.1-0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
Every time you inflate the tires, check for the following:
•

An
y damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
or tread. Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. Replace tires if
you see fabric or cord.
•

Unev
en or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
•

Cracks or other damage
around the valve stems.
Wear IndicatorsThe groove where the wear indicator is located is
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the
tire. If the tread has worn so low that the indicator
is exposed, replace the tire. Worn out tires have
poor traction on wet roads.
Example of a wear mark
indicator
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause
a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation
and maintenance.
WARNING
Original
tire sizes
Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper cold
tire pressure
Total weight your
vehicle can carry
(do not exceed)
Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using
tires of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to
work incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’t
possible, replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels. Only use TPMS-specified wheels approved for your
vehicle.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the Owner’s Manual.
WARNING