2018 Acura RLX HYBRID fuse

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 72Safety Labels P. 73
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 143 Security System P. 146 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 149
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 152 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 182 Climate Control System P. 200
Audio Error Messages P. 274General Information on the Audio System P. 279
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 326 AcuraLink ® P. 365
When Driving P. 380 Braking P. 452Parking Your Vehicle P. 468
Refueling P. 490 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 492
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 502 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 515
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 521 12-Volt Battery P. 530 Remote Transmitter Care P. 531
Cleaning P. 533 Accessories and Modifications P. 538
Power System Won’t Start P. 561 Jump Starting P. 564
Fuses P. 574 Emergency Towing P. 581 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 582
Refueling P. 584
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 589 Reporting Safety Defects P. 590
Authorized Manuals P. 595 Client Service Information P. 596
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 127
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 373
MaintenanceP. 493
Handling the UnexpectedP. 541
InformationP. 585
IndexP. 600
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P 149)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P 48)
❙Trunk Opener (P 143)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 503)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P 48)
❙Glove Box (P 184)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 52)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P 173)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 141)
❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P 579)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P 190)
❙Memory Buttons (P 170)
❙SET Button (P 170)
❙Rearview Mirror (P 172)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P 190)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes (P 577)
❙Electric Parking Brake Switch
(P 452)
❙Automatic Brake Hold Button
(P 456)
❙SPORT Button (P 395)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector (P 387)
❙USB Port (P 213)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P 213)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button (P 491)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 541)
Flat Tire (P 543)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit, or replace
the flat tire with the compact spare tire
*1.
Indicators Come On
(P 569)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit
Power System Won’t Start
(P 561)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 574)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 567)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power sy stem and the engine
cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 581)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshie ld. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessor ies over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 574
•Before installing any electron ic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
3WARNING
Use of improperly designed, engineered or
manufactured high-voltage battery
assemblies could cause a fire in your
vehicle.
A vehicle fire could result in a crash or
injury.
Only use a genuine Acura high-voltage
battery assembly, or it s equivalent, in your
vehicle.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 542
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 543
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 555
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 561
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 562
Emergency Power System Off........... 563
Jump Starting .................................... 564
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 567 Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On .. 569
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 569
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 570
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 570
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On .............................. 571
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On............................................. 571
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 572 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 573
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 574
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 580
Emergency Towing ........................... 581
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 582
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 583
RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 584
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages P. 94
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2POWER Button Operating Range P. 152
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 562
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 573
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 580
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 87
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 564
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.1.Open the fuse box cover on your vehicle’s
12-volt battery positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and check
to see if any applic able fuse is blown.
There are four 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.
Located near the brake fluid reserve tank.
Push the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1IG1A ACG FR15 A
2IG1A MISS SOL110 A
3−−
4− −
5SMART7.5 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
13Headlight Washer*(30 A)
14 Interior Lights 10 A
15Back Up Radio10 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17AFP10 A
18 Front Washer 15 A
19Stop7.5 A
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21Trunk10 A
22 Small 15 A
23Front Fog Lights*(7.5 A)
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25IMA Motor15 A
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
27Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
28 IGP2 Sub 7.5 A
29Power Rear Sunshade*(20 A)
30 Heated Windshield 20 A
31Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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