2018 Acura TLX warning

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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1.Open the battery terminal cover.
■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 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 battery.6-cylinder models
Battery
Terminal Cover
6-cylinder models
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the multi-information display.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present : Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
548
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the Stop Driving
When Safe. Engine Temperature Too
Hot message on the multi-information
display goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. 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.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
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.
Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 478
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioned.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change to
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position on the instrument panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 362
Models with electronic gear selector
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 560
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press the fuel fill door release button.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 518
4.Remove the funnel from the case .
5. Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
6. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
7. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
8. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel Case
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Index
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 44
Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation ......... 202
Front Seats ................................................ 179
Adjusting ................................................. 179
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 389
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 460
Economy ................................................. 463
Gauge ..................................................... 113
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 118
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Range ...................................................... 118
Recommendation ............................ 460, 566
Refueling ................................................. 460
Fuel Economy ............................................ 463
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 21, 461
Fuses .......................................................... 555
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 559
Locations ......................... 555, 556, 557, 558
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 463
Gauge ..................................................... 113
Information ............................................. 460
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 118
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Refueling ................................................. 460
Gauges ....................................................... 113
Gear Position Indicator ....................... 75, 372 Gear Shift Lever Positions
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 378
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 371
Glass (care) ........................................ 510, 512
Glove Box .................................................. 191
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 517
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 317
Auto Answer ........................................... 333
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 335
Automatic Transferring............................ 333
Displaying Messages................................ 348
HFL Buttons............................................. 317
HFL Menus .............................................. 320
HFL Status Display ................................... 318
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 319
Making a Call .......................................... 339
Options During a Call .............................. 345
Phone Setup............................................ 325
Receiving a Call ....................................... 344
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 346
Ring Tone................................................ 334
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 347
Speed Dial ............................................... 336
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 332
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 330 Use Contact Photo .................................. 334
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 182
Headlight Washers ................................... 170
Headlights ................................................ 161
Aiming.................................................... 488
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 165
Automatic Operation .............................. 162
Dimming......................................... 161, 164
Operating ............................................... 161
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 201
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 202, 203
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 317
High Beam Indicator .................................. 82
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 368
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 314
Honda App License Agreement .............. 277
I
Identification Numbers............................ 568
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number .............................................. 568
Illumination Control ................................ 171
Immobilizer System .................................. 151
Indicator ................................................... 83
Indicators .................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ..... 85, 86, 391
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 79
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Index
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode)......... 377
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ..................................................... 381
Panic Mode ............................................... 153
Parking ..................................................... 446
Parking Brake ........................................... 429
Parking Sensor System ............................. 448
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 161
Power Windows ....................................... 154
Precautions While Driving ....................... 369
Rain ........................................................ 369
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 519
R
Radiator.................................................... 485
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 230
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 233
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 231
Range ........................................................ 118
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 231
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 572
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 172
Rear Seats ................................................. 186
Seat Heaters ........................................... 203
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 176 Refueling
................................................... 460
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 113
Gasoline .......................................... 460, 566
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Regulations ............................... 427, 498, 569
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 365
Remote Transmitter ................................. 141
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 506
Replacement Battery ............................................ 506, 507
Bulbs ....................................................... 488
Fuses ............................... 555, 556, 557, 558
Tires ........................................................ 501
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 493
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 571
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 117
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 177
Right Selector Wheel ........................ 115, 120
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 405
On and Off .............................................. 407
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Labels ............................................... 70
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 34
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 36
Checking ................................................... 40 Fastening .................................................. 37
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Pregnant Women ...................................... 39
Reminder ............................................ 35, 78
Warning Indicator ............................... 35, 78
Seat Heaters ...................................... 202, 203
Seats .......................................................... 179
Adjusting ................................................ 179
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 179
Front Seats .............................................. 179
Rear Seats ............................................... 186
Seat Heaters .................................... 202, 203
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 202
Thigh support.......................................... 180
Security System ......................................... 151
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 83
Select Button ............................................ 371
Operation................................................ 372
Select Lever ......................................... 20, 378
Operation.......................................... 20, 379
Releasing................................................. 546
Won’t Move ............................................ 546
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 376
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 377
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 380
Sequential Shift Mode Operation ........... 381
Setting the Clock ...................................... 132
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