2017 Acura TLX Owner's Manual

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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.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
Sub Fuse Box60 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
Main Fan*2, *330 A
Main Fuse125 A
2
IG Main30 A
F/B Main60 A
F/B Main 260 A
Headlight Main30 A
IG Main 230 A
Starter Cut 140 A
Injector*2, *320 ASub Fan*1
Rear Defroster40 A
Main Fan*130 ASub Fan*2, *3
Wiper30 A
Heater Motor40 A*1:4-cylinder models
*2:6-cylinder models with 2WD
*3:6-cylinder models with AWD
3
Headlight Washer*2, *3(30 A)
Left Electric Parking Brake30 A
Right Electric Parking Brake30 A
SH-AWD*320 A
4− −
5−−
6− −
7−−
8STRLD*1, *27.5 A
9Interior Lights*1, *25 A
10 Headlight Low/High Main 20 A
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Front Fog Lights*(7.5 A)
13Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15IGP215 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop*1, *210 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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*1:4-cylinder models
*2:6-cylinder models with 2WD
*3:6-cylinder models with AWD
Circuit ProtectedAmps
18 Horn 10 A
19Audio*1, *220 A
Interior Light*35 A
20 ACM*2, *320 A
Injector*1
21FI Main15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23TCU/SBW*2, *310 A
24 Premium AMP 30 A
25MG Clutch7.5 A
26 Passenger’s Power Seat
Sliding 20 A
27Small*1, *215 A*1
(15 A)*2
28
BMS 7.5 A
29Back Up10 A
Located near the washer fluid cap. Push the
tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type B
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Left Headlight Low Beam7.5 A
2Right Headlight Low Beam7.5 A
3Right Headlight High Beam7.5 A
4 Left Headlight High Beam 7.5 A
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Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the under panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Type A
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1A/C7.5 A
2DRL7.5 A
3ST Motor(7.5 A)
4−−
5Meter*17.5 AAuto Dimming Mirror*2
6SRS(7.5 A)
7Option7.5 A
8MISS SOL*3(15 A)
9Fuel Pump20 A
10ABS/VSA*1(7.5 A)Smart*2
11Spare Fuse30 A
12Wiper7.5 A
13ACG15 A
14Accessory Power Socket
(Console Compartment)20 A
15Driver’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
16Moonroof20 A
17AVS/Seat Heaters20 A
18−−
19Passenger’s Side Door Unlock10 A
20Driver’s Side Rear Door
Unlock10 A
21Driver’s Side Door Lock(10 A)
22Passenger’s Side Door Lock10 A
23Driver’s Side Door Unlock(10 A)
24SRS10 A
25Instrument Panel Lights7.5 A
26ACC Key Lock7.5 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1:2WD models
*2:AWD models
*3:4-cylinder models
27Parking Lights7.5 A
28Lumbar Support10 A
29Right DRL7.5 A
30Washer20 A
31SMART10 A
32Driver’s Side Power Window20 A
33Passenger’s Side Power Window20 A
34Rear Driver’s Side Power Window20 A
35Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window20 A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding20 A
37ACCESSORY7.5 A
38−−
39Left DRL7.5 A
40Accessory Power Socket (Center Pocket)20 A
41Rear Driver’s Side Door Lock10 A
42Door Lock20 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
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*1:2WD models
*2:AWD models
Circuit ProtectedAmps
A−−
B− −
CMeter*27.5 A
DBack Up*210 A
EStop*27.5 A
F Parking Lights*215 A
GAudio ACC*27.5 A
Rear Seat Heater*, *1, *2(15 A)
AABS/VSA*27.5 A
BMICU*27.5 A
C−−
D− −
ESTRLD*27.5 A
FAudio*220 A
GACM*27.5 A
Heated Steering Wheel*, *1, *2(10 A)
Located inside the driver’s side outer panel.
When you remove the outer panel, use the
following procedure.
1. Grasp the bottom edge of the outer
panel.
2. Pull the panel towards you, then remove
it.
Fuse locations are shown on the outer
panel.
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Type B
Outer Panel
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
*1:AWD models
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1P-AWS L(40 A)
2e-pretensioner Right*(20 A)
3e-pretensioner Left*(20 A)
4ACC Radar*(10 A)
5Idle Stop*1(30 A)
6P-AWS R(40 A)
7FR DE-ICE*(15 A)
8Idle Stop*1(30 A)
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 520 to 523.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box located near the brake fluid reservoir.
Combined Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way you can safely transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng 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.
1 Emergency Towing
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.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD 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.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
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.Remove the cover.
2. Insert the key into the cylinder and turn the
key to the right.
u The trunk unlocks and opens.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk1When You Cannot Open the Trunk
What to do-following up
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Push
Key
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