2018 Acura TLX Owner's Manual

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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
Following up:
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Push
Key
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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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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 566
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and Transmission
Number ......................................... 568
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 569
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 571Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 572
Warranty Coverages ........................ 574
Authorized Manuals ......................... 576
Client Service Information ............... 577
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6-cylinder models with 2WD
*3: 6-cylinder models with AWD
■Air Conditioning
ModelAcura TLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 4,497 lbs (2,040 kg)*1
U.S.: 4,619 lbs (2,095 kg)*2
U.S.: 4,762 lbs (2,160 kg)*3
Canada: 2,055 kg*1
Canada: 2,170 kg*3
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,370 lbs (1,075 kg)*1
U.S.: 2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)*2
U.S.: 2,579 lbs (1,170 kg)*3
Canada: 1,120 kg*1
Canada: 1,180 kg*3
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,161 lbs (980 kg)*1, *2
U.S.: 2,227 lbs (1,010 kg)*3
Canada: 980 kg*1
Canada: 1,015 kg*3
Refrigerant TypeHFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.7 – 18.5 oz (475 – 525 g)
Lubricant TypeND-OIL 8
Quantity 4.27 – 5.19 cu-in (70 – 85 cm3)
■ Engine Specifications
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6-cylinder models
■Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement144 cu-in (2,356 cm3)*1
212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)*2
Spark Plugs NGKDILKAR7H11GS
*1
DILKAR7G11GS*1
DILZKR7B11G*2
DENSO DXE22HQR-D11S*1
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (High/Low Beam)LED
Fog Lights*LEDFront Turn Signal/Parking LightsLED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Lights LED
Brake/TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate LightsLED
Puddle Lights*LEDInterior LightsFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVanity Mirror Lights1.4 WDoor Courtesy Lights3.4 WConsole Compartment Light1.4 WGlove Box Light1.4 WDoor Inner Handle LightsLEDTrunk Light5 W
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
*
■Automatic Transmission Fluid*
■Rear Differential Fluid*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 2
Capacity Change 4.1 US qt (3.9 L)
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 3
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 L)
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
Specified·Acura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
■ Engine Oil
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6-cylinder models
■Engine Coolant
*1: 4-cylinder models
*2: 6-cylinder models
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
*1
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)*2
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.66 US gal (6.3 L)*1
2.22 US gal (8.4 L)*2
(change including the remaining
0.21 US gal (0.8 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Models with 17 inch wheel
*2: Models with 18 inch wheel
*3: Models with 19 inch wheel
*4: Vehicles with optional spare tire
RegularSize225/55R17 97H*1
225/50R18 95H*2
245/40R19 94V*3
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spare*4
SizeT135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7 1/2J*1
18 x 7 1/2J*2
19 x 8J*3
Compact Spare*417 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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