2019 Acura TLX check transmission fluid

uuWhen Driving uAutomatic Transmission*
370
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
Automatic Transmission*
The engine runs at a higher id le speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
Dual Clutch Transmission*
As with a conventional automatic tr ansmission, this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
Do not change the gear position to
(N, as you will
lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 464
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 465Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 466
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 467
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 472Opening the Hood ........................... 474
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 475
Oil Check ......................................... 476
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 478
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter .. 479
Engine Coolant ................................ 482
Transmission Fluid ............................ 484
Brake Fluid ....................................... 485
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 485
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 486
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 491
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 493
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 494Tire Labeling .................................... 494DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 496Wear Indicators................................ 498 Tire Service Life ................................ 498
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 499
Tire Rotation .................................... 500
Winter Tires ..................................... 501
Battery ............................................... 502
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 504
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 506Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 507
Exterior Care.................................... 509
Accessories and Modifications................ 512
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Main Item
Sub Items
*1: If a message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit
bottle (If equipped)
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperature.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
at 40,000 miles (64,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: 6-cylinder models
*7: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential
fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5, *6
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *7
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change the dual clutch transmission fluid yourself.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid*
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE 2
■Automatic Transmission Fluid*
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE 3
1Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid*
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF-TYPE 2 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid ot her than Acura ATF-TYPE
2 may adversely affect the operation and durability of
your vehicle’s transmission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura ATF-TYPE 2 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.
1Automatic Transmission Fluid*
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF-TYPE 3 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid ot her than Acura ATF-TYPE
3 may adversely affect the operation and durability of
your vehicle’s transmission, and damage the
transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura ATF-TYPE 3 is not covered
by Acura’s new vehicl e limited warranty.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery) ................................... 503
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 547
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 502
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ...................................... 195
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 420
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 255
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 317
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 68
Brake System ............................................. 428
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 434
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 432
Brake Assist System ................................. 435
Fluid ........................................................ 485
Foot Brake ............................................... 431
Parking Brake .......................................... 428
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 72
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 548
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 172
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 420
Built-in Key ................................................ 134
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 486
Back-Up Lights......................................... 489
Brake/Taillights ........................................ 488
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 488 Fog Lights ............................................... 486
Front Side Marker/Parking Lights ............. 486
Headlights ............................................... 486
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 490
Puddle Lights........................................... 490
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 490
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 487
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 486
Bulb Specifications ................................... 564
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 69
Carrying Cargo ................................. 357, 359
CD Player ................................................... 244
Center Pocket ........................................... 194
Certification Label .................................... 566
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 486
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 547
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 147
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 ............................. 147
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 509
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 507
Client Service Information ....................... 575
Climate Control System ........................... 205
Changing the Mode................................ 208
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 211
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 506
Sensors ................................................... 212
Synchronized Mode ................................ 209
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 205
Clock ......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 436
Coat Hooks ............................................... 200
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 436
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ....... 530, 565
Compass .................................................... 352
Console Compartment ............................. 193
Controls .................................................... 131
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 482
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 483
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 482
Overheating ............................................ 545
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 370
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 370
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 451
Cup Holders .............................................. 195
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Index
Customized Features....................... 120, 292
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 165
Dead Battery ............................................ 540
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 211
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 567
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 162
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 177
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 476
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 161
Door Mirrors ............................................. 178
Doors ........................................................ 133
Auto Door Locking.................................. 148
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 148
Door Open Indicator ................................. 33
Door Open Message ................................. 97
Keys........................................................ 133
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 13, 145
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 136
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 143
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 496
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ...................................................... 355
Automatic Transmission .......................... 370
Braking ................................................... 428 Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 370
Shifting Gear ................................... 371, 378
Starting the Engine .................................. 362
Driving Position Memory System ............. 174
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 370
Creeping ................................................. 370
Fluid ........................................................ 484
Kickdown ................................................ 370
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 20, 379
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 544
Shifting ................................................... 378
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 506
E
ECON (Econ mode) Indicator ..................... 85
Elapsed Time ............................................. 118
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator .................................................... 73
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator ............................................ 73, 550
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 79, 549
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 417
Emergency ................................................ 558
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 570
Engine ....................................................... 566
Coolant ................................................... 482
Jump Starting .......................................... 540
Oil ........................................................... 475
Remote Engine Start ................................ 365 Starting ................................................... 362
Engine Coolant ......................................... 482
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 483
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 482
Overheating ............................................ 545
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Engine Oil ................................................. 475
Adding .................................................... 478
Checking................................................. 476
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 468
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 547
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 475
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 158
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 79
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 69
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 509
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 178
F
Features.................................................... 213
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 506
Oil ........................................................... 479
Flat Tire ..................................................... 517
Floor Mats ................................................. 508
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Index
Lights................................................. 162, 486
Automatic ............................................... 163
Bulb Replacement .................................... 486
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 165
Fog Lights ................................................ 165
High Beam Indicator .................................. 82
Interior .................................................... 189
Light Switches ......................................... 162
Lights On Indicator .................................... 82
Turn Signals ............................................. 161
Load Limits ................................................ 359
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 133
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 148
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 147
From Inside .............................................. 145
From Outside ........................................... 136
Keys ........................................................ 133
Using a Key ............................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 143
Low Battery Charge .................................. 547
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 78
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength ................................................... 135
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 547
Lower Anchors ............................................ 61
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 565
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 359
Lumbar Support ........................................ 180M
Maintenance............................................. 463
Battery .................................................... 502
Brake Fluid .............................................. 485
Cleaning ................................................. 507
Climate Control System ........................... 506
Coolant ................................................... 482
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 467
Oil ........................................................... 476
Precautions ............................................. 464
Radiator .................................................. 483
Remote Transmitter ......................... 504, 505
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 486
Safety...................................................... 465
Service Items ........................................... 470
Tires ........................................................ 493
Transmission Fluid ................................... 484
Under the Hood .............................. 472, 473
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 548
Map Lights ................................................ 190
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 359
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 113
Mirrors ...................................................... 177
Adjusting ................................................ 177
Door ....................................................... 178
Exterior ................................................... 178
Interior Rearview ..................................... 177
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 512
Moonroof ................................................. 157
MP3 ................................................... 244, 252
Multi-Information Display ....................... 114Multi-View Rear Camera
......................... 456
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 566
O
Odometer................................................. 117
Oil (Engine) ...................................... 475, 565
Adding ................................................... 478
Checking ................................................ 476
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 468
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 547
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 475, 565
Viscosity.......................................... 475, 565
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 220
Open Source Licenses .............................. 291
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 560
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 474
Moonroof ............................................... 157
Power Windows...................................... 155
Trunk ...................................................... 149
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 158
Outside Temperature .............................. 117
Adjusting ................................................ 117
Overheating ............................................. 545
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