2019 Acura TLX jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 56Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 69Safety Labels P. 70
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 149 Security System P. 152 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 155
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 158 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 177
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 189 Climate Control System P. 205
Audio Error Messages P. 267General Information on the Audio System P. 274
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 317 Compass* P. 352
When Driving P. 362 Braking P. 428Parking Your Vehicle P. 445
Refueling P. 459 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 462
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 472 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 486
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 493 Battery P. 502 Remote Transmitter Care P. 504
Cleaning P. 507 Accessories and Modifications P. 512
Engine Does Not Start P. 537Jump Starting P. 540 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 544
Fuses P. 553 Emergency Towing P. 558 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 559
Refueling P. 561
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 567 Reporting Safety Defects P. 569
Authorized Manuals P. 574 Client Service Information P. 575
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 71
ControlsP. 131
FeaturesP. 213
DrivingP. 355
MaintenanceP. 463
Handling the UnexpectedP. 515
InformationP. 563
IndexP. 577
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P515)
Flat Tire (P517)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P547)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kit
Vehicles with optional spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P537)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P553)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P545)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P558)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can ma nually or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the power mode is in.
Pull the electric parkin g brake switch up gently
and securely. u The electric parking brake indicator (red)
comes on.
■Parking Brake1Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the parki ng brake, or set the power
mode to OFF. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking br ake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.
2 Jump Starting P. 540
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the VSA ® system until the
vehicle comes to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be
released.
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Models with electronic gear selector
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Models with shift lever
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515
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 516
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 517
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 530
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 537
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 538
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 539
Jump Starting .................................... 540
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 544Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 545
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On .. 547If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 547
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ..................................... 548
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .. 548If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 549
If the Electric Parking Brake System Indicator Comes On ....................... 550 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 551
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 552
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 553
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 557
Emergency Towing ........................... 558
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 559When You Cannot Open the Trunk ..... 560RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 561
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 538
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 158
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 502●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 553
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 362
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 152
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 113
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 557
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 558
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 540
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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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2.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4-cylinder models
Booster Battery
All models
6-cylinder models
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
5.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the mounting bolt as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
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