2017 Acura TLX overheating

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V
ISUAL
I
NDEX
1 Lights/turn signals p. 32, p. 33
2 Wipers/washers p. 33
3 Cruise control/Adaptive Cruise
Control with Low Speed Follow*
buttons p. 85, p. 86
4 Horn
5 Voice recognition/Bluetooth® HandsF reeLink® buttons p. 56
6 Audio controls p. 45
7 Instrument panel p. 22
Multi-information

display p. 26
8 Right selector wheel
TRIP button

p. 26
9 Paddle shifters p. 78, p. 80
10 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Interval button*
p. 86
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS) button*

p. 90

T

runk opener p. 28
Fuel fill door button p. 97
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF
button

p. 84
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*/


R

oad Departure Mitigation (RDM)

button*

p. 89, p. 92
Parking sensor button* p. 94
Collision Mitigation Braking System™


(CMBS™)

OFF button* p. 91
Headlight washer button* p. 34
Heated windshield button* p. 34
13 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 76
14 Heated steering wheel button*
p. 38
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
1
1011
27
4
8
13
12
1256
93
*if equipped
11
14
DRIVING ............................................................... 72
Befor e Driving ....................................................... 72
Maximum Load Limit
..........................................73
Remote Engine Start*
..........................................75
Starting to Drive
................................................... 76
Shifting
................................................................... 77
Braking
.................................................................... 81
Auto Idle Stop*
.................................................... 83
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)
..................84
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
.........................84
Cruise Control*
.................................................... 85
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
........................86
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Pedestrian Detection*
.............................88
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
.....................89
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
...............90
Collision Mitigation Braking System™*
...........91
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
.................92
Blind Spot Information (BSI)*
...........................93
Parking Sensor System*
.....................................94
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (
SH-AWD)* . 94
Multi-
View Rear Camera

.................................... 95
Cross Traffic Monitor*

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

................................................................ 97
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED .........................99
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength

....... 99
Shift Lever Does Not Move*

............................. 99
Jump Starting

..................................................... 100
Overheating........................................................ 102
Emergency Engine Stop

.................................... 103
Emergency Towing

............................................ 103
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

..... 104
Handling a Flat Tire

........................................... 106
Tire Repair Kit*

................................................... 106
Using the Compact Spare Tire*

....................... 107
Fuse Locations

..................................................... 110MAINTENANCE
.................................................
114
Safety Precautions .............................................
114
Maintenance Minder™ ......................................
115
Under the Hood ..................................................
117
Engine Oil .............................................................
119
Engine Coolant ....................................................
121
Window Washer Fluid ....................................... 122
Brake Fluid ..........................................................
122
Checking the Battery ........................................
122
Changing Wiper Blades ....................................
123
Tire Information .................................................
124
Tire Labeling ........................................................
127
DOT Tire Quality Grading ................................
128
Testing of Readiness Codes .............................. 130
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................
131
CLIENT INFORMATION ....................................
133
Frequently Asked Questions/ Troubleshooting ..............................................
133
Contact Us ..........................................................
134
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance 135
Warranty Coverages .........................................
135
VOICE COMMAND INDEX ...............................136
INDEX..................................................................138

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, choose one of
the following operations:
•

Pr
ess and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for
two seconds, or
•

Firml
y press the ENGINE START/STOP button two
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to ACCESSORY, unless
the shift lever is in Park, in which case the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Because turning off the engine also disables the power assist the engine provides to
the steering and braking systems, it will require significantly more physical effort
and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Downshift gears and use both feet on the
brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the
engine to be switched off.
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
All models
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
2WD models
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Overheating
Signs your engine is overheating: •
The
temperature gauge needle is at the H mark
•

The engine suddenl
y loses power
•

Steam
or spray comes out from under the hood
•

The message
Engine Temperature Too Hot appears on the display.
1.

Immediatel
y park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning
lights.
2.

If no steam
or spray is present: Keep the
engine running and open the hood (see page
118).
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine
and wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood
(see page 118).
3.

Check that the
cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the
temperature gauge needle goes down. If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.

4.


Once
the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator cap with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the
filler neck, and put the cap back on.
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature
gauge. If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
Reserve tank MAX
MIN
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator
cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may
damage the engine.
NOTICE

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
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
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
131) 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
*if equipped

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INDEX
INDEX
Parking Sensor System ......................................... 94
P assenger Airbag Off Indicator .............................11
Phone
........................................................................\
58
Phonebook
.............................................................. 60
Phone Commands
................................................ 136
Place Name..............................................................69
Power Door Mirrors................................................39
Power Mode............................................................. 76
Power Moonroof
..................................................... 31
Power Window
....................................................... 30
Power Window Lock
............................................. 30
Precision All Wheel Steer System indicator
......23
Rain-Sensing Wipers
............................................. 34
Readiness Codes
...................................................130
Rear Camera
............................................................ 95
Refueling
.................................................................. 97
Remote Battery Strength
......................................99
Remote Engine Start
.............................................. 75
Remote Transmitter
............................................... 27
Reporting Safety Defects
......................................21
Reserve Tank
.......................................................... 121
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors
......................................39
Road Departure Mitigation indicator
.................23
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
.......92
Roadside Assistance
............................................. 135
Routing
..................................................................... 70
Safety Information
................................................... 3
Carbon Monoxide Gas
..........................................4
Child Safety ........................................................... 14
Reporting Safety Defects
...................................21
Safety Label Locations

........................................20
Safety Messages

.................................................... 3
Seat Belts
................................................................... 5
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor
...........................7
Fastening a Seat Belt
............................................. 7
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
.......................................5
Proper Use of Seat Belts

.......................................5
Seat Belt Inspection

.............................................. 6
Seat belt reminder indicator

.............................24
Seat Heaters and

Ventilation
..............................43
Seats

........................................................................\
.. 35
Front Seats
............................................................ 35
Head Restraints
.................................................... 36
Sequential Mode
................................................... 80
Sequential Shift Mode
........................................... 78
Service Codes
........................................................ 116
Setting
..................................................................... 40
Setting the Clock
................................................... 40
Shifting
..................................................................... 77
Electronic Gear Selector
.....................................79
Sequential Mode
.......................................... 80, 94
Sequential Shift Mode
........................................78
Shift Lever
............................................................. 77
Shift Lever
................................................................ 77
Shift Lever Does Not Move
..................................99Shoulder Anchor
.......................................................7
Side Airbags ...............................................................9
Side Curtain Airbags
.................................................9
Siri Eyes Free
............................................................55
SiriusXM Radio
.......................................................48
SiriusXM Radio Commands

................................1

37
SMS Text Messaging
..............................................62
Song By Voice Commands

..................................1

37
Sound
........................................................................\
45
Specifications
........................................................131
Engine and Fuel
..................................................131
Fluids
....................................................................131
Light Bulbs........................................................... 131
Tires
......................................................................131
Vehicle
.................................................................131
Speed Dial
.........................................................60, 61
SPORT mode indicator
..........................................25
SRS indicator
....................................................10, 23
Steering Wheel ....................................................... 38
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
...................1
Steering Wheel Controls

................................45

, 65
Street Address
........................................................68
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD)
...94
Supplemental Restraint System indicator.........23
System Guidance Volume ..................................... 67
System message indicator
....................................24
Tire Chains
.............................................................126
Tire Information
....................................................124
DOT Tire Quality Grading

................................128
Tir

e and Loading Information Label ...............125
Tire and Wheel Replacement
..........................125
Tire Labeling........................................................ 127
Tire Service Life
..................................................126
Tire Terminology
................................................127
Wear Indicators
..................................................124
Tire Pressure Monitoring System indicator
.......23
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
.......104
Tires
........................................................................\
.131
TPMS indicator
........................................................23
Traffic
........................................................................\
71
Troubleshooting
....................................................133
Trunk
........................................................................\
.28
Trunk Release Button
.............................................29
Turn Signal
...............................................................33
Turn signal indicator
..............................................25
Under the Hood
....................................................117
Unlocking the Doors
..............................................28
USB Commands
....................................................137
USB Flash Drive
.......................................................50
USB Port
..................................................................44
Vehicle Controls ...................................................... 27
Vehicle Stability Assist system indicator
...........23
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

..............................84
Visual Index

................................................................1
Voice Command Index
........................................136
Frequently Asked Questions
.............................. 133
F
ront Airbags (SRS)

.................................................. 8
Front Door Inner Handle

....................................... 29
Front Seats

............................................................... 35
Fuel Information

.............................................. 83, 97
Fuse Locations

....................................................... 110
Changing Fuses

.................................................. 113
Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes..................... 112
Engine Compartment Fuse Boxes

.................. 110
Garage Opener ........................................................ 41
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio

.............................. 52
Har

d Disc Drive (HDD) Commands

.................. 137
Headlight Washers

................................................ 34
Headlight-Wiper Integration

............................... 33
Head R

estraints

...................................................... 36
Heated Steering Wheel

........................................ 38
Heated Windshield

Button

.................................. 34
High beams indicator

............................................ 25
Home Address

........................................................ 68
HomeLink

................................................................. 41
Immobilizer indicator
............................................ 24
Instrument P anel .................................................... 22
Condition Indicators
........................................... 24
Malfunction Indicators
.......................................22
On/Off Indicators
................................................ 25
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)
...................84
Interior Lights
.......................................................... 32
Intermittent Wipers
............................................... 33
iPod........................................................................\
....50
iPod Commands
.................................................... 137
Jump Starting
....................................................... 100
Keyless Access System

.......................................... 28
K

eyless Access system indicator .........................23
Lane Departure Warning indicator......................23
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
.........................89
Lane Keeping Assist System indicator
................23
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
...................90
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
..........................................5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat
............................17
LDW indicator
......................................................... 23
Light Bulbs
............................................................. 131
Lights
........................................................................\
. 32
Brightness Control
............................................... 32
Exterior Lights
...................................................... 32
Interior Lights
....................................................... 32
Lights indicator
....................................................... 25
LINK button
............................................................ 64
LKAS indicator
.................................................. 23, 25
Locking the Doors
.................................................. 28
Lock Tab
.................................................................... 29
Low fuel indicator
................................................... 24
Low oil pressure indicator
.....................................22
Low tire pressure indicator
...................................24Maintenance
..........................................................
114
Battery .................................................................
122
Brake Fluid ...........................................................
122
Engine Coolant ...................................................
121
Engine Oil ............................................................
119
Maintenance Minder .........................................
115
Opening the Hood ............................................. 118
Safety Precautions............................................. 114 Service Codes .....................................................
116
Under the Hood .................................................
117
Window Washer Fluid
.......................................
122
Wiper Blades
.......................................................
123
Maintenance Minder ............................................
115
Making a Call ...........................................................
59
Malfunction indicator lamp
.................................
22
Malfunction Indicators
..........................................
22
Map Legend .............................................................
70
Master Door Lock Switch ......................................
29
Maximum Load Limit .............................................
73
Mirrors ......................................................................
39
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror .............39
Power Door Mirrors .............................................39
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors
...................................39
Moonroof
.................................................................31
Multi-Information Display
....................................26
Multi-View Rear Camera

.......................................95
Navigation

...............................................................65
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic

...............................71
Detour

....................................................................71
Display and Controls
...........................................66
Entering a Destination
.......................................68
Find Nearest Place
...............................................69
Home Address
.....................................................68
Map Legend
..........................................................70
ODMD Shortcuts
.................................................69
Place Name
...........................................................69
Routing
..................................................................70
Steering Wheel Controls

....................................65
Str

eet Address .....................................................68
System Guidance Volume

..................................67
T

alk Button Tips ...................................................65
Traffic
.....................................................................71
Voice Prompt
........................................................67
Navigation Commands
.......................................136
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD)
........46
One-Touch Turn Signal
..........................................33
On/Off Indicators
...................................................25
Opening the Hood
...............................................118
Opening the Trunk
..................................................28
Operator Assistance
.............................................64
Overheating
...........................................................102
Pairing a Phone
.......................................................58
Pandora
....................................................................53
Pandora® Commands
..........................................137
Parking Brake
...........................................................81