2018 Acura TLX Windows

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Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance
Dust and Pollen Filter
The climate control system is equipped wi th a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1Dust and Pollen Filter
If the airflow from the climate control system
deteriorates noticeably, and the windows fog up
easily, the filter may need to be replaced. Please
contact a dealer for replacement.
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Continued
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Automatic intermittent wiper equipmen t vehicles, wipers switch to OFF.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
Air Intake Vents
1 Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a convey or, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode. 2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 374
Models with electronic gear selector
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Maintenance
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake light s, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics ma y result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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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 accessorie s 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. 555
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the inst aller 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.
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Index
579
Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 244, 252
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 435
Accessories and Modifications ................ 514
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 195
AcuraWatch
TM............................................ 22
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 391
Additives Coolant .................................................. 484
Engine Oil ............................................... 477
Washer ................................................... 487
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 477
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 187
Front Seats.............................................. 179
Head Restraints ....................................... 182
Mirrors.................................................... 176
Steering Wheel ....................................... 175
Temperature ........................................... 117
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 420
Air Conditioning System (Climate
Control System) ...................................... 204
Changing the Mode................................ 207
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 210
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 508
Sensors ................................................... 211
Synchronized Mode ................................ 208
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 204
Air Pressure ...................................... 496, 567 Airbags
........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
Airbag Care ............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 53, 79
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 54
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 230
Ambient Light Off Switch ........................ 190
Android Auto ............................................ 262
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 435
Indicator .................................................... 79
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 258
Armrest ..................................................... 187
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 217
Audio System ............................................ 214
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 228
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 216
Error Messages ........................................ 267
General Information ................................ 274
Internet Radio .......................................... 250
iPhone ............................................. 250, 276
iPod ......................................................... 247
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 244, 252
Reactivating ............................................. 216
Recommended CDs ................................. 275
Recommended Devices ............................ 276 Remote Controls ..................................... 217
Security Code .......................................... 216
Theft Protection ...................................... 216
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 276
USB Port.................................................. 215
Authorized Manuals ................................ 576
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 147
Customize ....................................... 126, 304
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 165
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 382
OFF Button .............................................. 383
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 89
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 89
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 433
Indicator............................................ 74, 433
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator............................................ 74, 433
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 178
Automatic Lighting .................................. 162
Automatic Transmission ........................... 370
Creeping ................................................. 370
Kickdown ................................................ 370
Operating the Shift Button ................ 18, 372
Shifting ................................................... 371
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 216
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 117
Average Speed ......................................... 118
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery) ................................... 505
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 549
Jump Starting .......................................... 542
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 504
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ...................................... 194
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 421
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 255
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 317
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 68
Brake System ............................................. 429
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 435
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 433
Brake Assist System ................................. 436
Fluid ........................................................ 487
Foot Brake ............................................... 432
Parking Brake .......................................... 429
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 72
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 550
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 171
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ........ 421
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 488
Back-Up Lights......................................... 491
Brake/Taillights ........................................ 490
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 490
Fog Lights ................................................ 488 Front Side Marker/Parking Lights ............. 488
Headlights ............................................... 488
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 492
Puddle Lights........................................... 492
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 492
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 489
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 488
Bulb Specifications ................................... 566
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 69
Carrying Cargo ................................. 357, 359
CD Player ................................................... 244
Center Pocket ........................................... 193
Certification Label .................................... 568
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 488
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 549
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 146
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 68
Child Seat for Infants................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Larger Children ......................................... 67
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Using a Tether ........................................... 65 Childproof Door Locks
............................. 146
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 511
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 509
Client Service Information ....................... 577
Climate Control System ........................... 204
Changing the Mode................................ 207
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 210
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 508
Sensors ................................................... 211
Synchronized Mode ................................ 208
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 204
Clock ......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 437
Coat Hooks ............................................... 199
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 437
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ....... 532, 567
Compass .................................................... 352
Console Compartment ............................. 192
Controls .................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 484
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 485
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 484
Overheating ............................................ 547
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 370
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 370
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 452
Cup Holders .............................................. 194
Customized Features ....................... 120, 292
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 164
Dead Battery ............................................ 542
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 210
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 569
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 161
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 176
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 478
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 160
Door Mirrors ............................................. 177
Doors ........................................................ 133
Auto Door Locking.................................. 147
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 147
Door Open Indicator ................................. 33
Door Open Message ................................. 97
Keys........................................................ 133
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 13, 144
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 136
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 142
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 498
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ...................................................... 355
Automatic Transmission .......................... 370
Braking ................................................... 429
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 370
Shifting Gear .................................. 371, 378
Starting the Engine ................................. 362 Driving Position Memory System
............. 173
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 370
Creeping ................................................. 370
Fluid ........................................................ 486
Kickdown ................................................ 370
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 20, 379
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 546
Shifting ................................................... 378
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 508
E
ECON (Econ mode) Indicator ..................... 85
Elapsed Time ............................................. 118
Electric Parking Brake Indicator .................................................... 73
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator ............................................ 73, 552
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 79, 551
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 418
Emergency ................................................ 560
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 572
Engine ....................................................... 568
Coolant ................................................... 484
Jump Starting .......................................... 542
Oil ........................................................... 477
Remote Engine Start ................................ 365
Starting ................................................... 362
Engine Coolant ......................................... 484
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 485 Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 484
Overheating ............................................ 547
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Engine Oil ................................................. 477
Adding .................................................... 480
Checking................................................. 478
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 470
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 549
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 477
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 157
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 79
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 69
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 511
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 177
F
Features.................................................... 213
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 508
Oil ........................................................... 481
Flat Tire ..................................................... 519
Floor Mats ................................................. 510
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 486
Brake ...................................................... 487
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 486
Engine Coolant ....................................... 484
Windshield Washer ................................. 487
Fog Lights ................................................. 164
Foot Brake ................................................ 432
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Index
Lights................................................. 161, 488
Automatic ............................................... 162
Bulb Replacement .................................... 488
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 164
Fog Lights ................................................ 164
High Beam Indicator .................................. 82
Interior .................................................... 188
Light Switches ......................................... 161
Lights On Indicator .................................... 82
Turn Signals ............................................. 160
Load Limits ................................................ 359
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 133
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 147
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 146
From Inside .............................................. 144
From Outside ........................................... 136
Keys ........................................................ 133
Using a Key ............................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 142
Low Battery Charge .................................. 549
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 78
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength ................................................... 135
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 549
Lower Anchors ............................................ 61
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 567
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 359
Lumbar Support ........................................ 179M
Maintenance............................................. 465
Battery .................................................... 504
Brake Fluid .............................................. 487
Cleaning ................................................. 509
Climate Control System ........................... 508
Coolant ................................................... 484
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 469
Oil ........................................................... 478
Precautions ............................................. 466
Radiator .................................................. 485
Remote Transmitter ......................... 506, 507
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 488
Safety...................................................... 467
Service Items ........................................... 472
Tires ........................................................ 495
Transmission Fluid ................................... 486
Under the Hood .............................. 474, 475
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 550
Map Lights ................................................ 189
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 359
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 113
Mirrors ...................................................... 176
Adjusting ................................................ 176
Door ....................................................... 177
Exterior ................................................... 177
Interior Rearview ..................................... 176
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 514
Moonroof ................................................. 156
MP3 ................................................... 244, 252
Multi-Information Display ....................... 114Multi-View Rear Camera
......................... 457
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 568
O
Odometer................................................. 117
Oil (Engine) ...................................... 477, 567
Adding ................................................... 480
Checking ................................................ 478
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 470
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 549
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 477, 567
Viscosity.......................................... 477, 567
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 220
Open Source Licenses .............................. 291
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 562
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 476
Moonroof ............................................... 156
Power Windows...................................... 154
Trunk ...................................................... 148
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 157
Outside Temperature .............................. 117
Adjusting ................................................ 117
Overheating ............................................. 547
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