2020 Acura RLX HYBRID maintenance

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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion.
Depending on the type of finish, the wheel s also may lose their luster or appear
burnished. To avoid water stains, wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still
wet.
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlig hts, brake lights, 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 may result in mo isture 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.
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
■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 windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over ar eas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or si de 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 overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 572
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er 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.
3WARNING
Use of improperly designed, engineered or
manufactured high-voltage battery
assemblies could cause a fire in your
vehicle.
A vehicle fire could result in a crash or
injury.
Only use a genuine Acura high-voltage
battery assembly, or it s equivalent, in your
vehicle.
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uuAccessories and Modifications uModifications
Maintenance
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Acura parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle system s can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is prop erly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Acura has appr oved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, draine d battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair your vehicle’s high-voltage hybrid power system
or otherwise modify vehicle electrical systems. Disassemb ling or modifying electrical
equipment can result in a crash or a fire.
If you ever need to replace your vehicle’s high-voltage battery assembly outside of
warranty coverage, we highly recommend that you only use a genuine Acura high-
voltage battery assembly. Genuine Acur a high-voltage battery assemblies are
designed to work with your vehicle’s hybr id power system and have been designed,
engineered and manufactured to avoid overcharging situations. Non-genuine high-
voltage battery assemblies may not have be en similarly designed, engineered and
manufactured, and installation of such assemb lies could result in overcharging, fires,
loss of power, or other conditions that may increase the likelihood of a crash or
injury.
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Index
B
Battery12-Volt ................................................... 529
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ......................................... 81, 567
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ...................... 529
High Voltage........................................... 449
Jump Starting ......................................... 562
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 529
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 530
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ..................................... 189
Blind spot information System ................ 443
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 271
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 324
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 71
Brake System ............................................ 450
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 456
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 454
Brake Assist System................................. 457
Fluid ....................................................... 512
Foot Brake .............................................. 453
Parking Brake.......................................... 450
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 79
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 76, 568
Brightness Control (Head-Up Display) .... 167Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
.... 166
Bulb Replacement .................................... 514
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 516
Brake/Taillight s and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 515
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights .......... 516
Fog Lights ................................................ 514
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 515
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 514
Headlights ............................................... 514
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 516
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 514
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 516
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 515
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 515
Taillights .................................................. 515
Bulb Specifications ................................... 586
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 479
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 72
Cargo Area ................................................ 193
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 192
Carrying Cargo .................................. 373, 375
CD Player ................................................... 245
Center Pocket ........................................... 188
Certification Label .................................... 588
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 514 Child Safety
................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks............................. 141
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 71
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 67
Larger Children ......................................... 70
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Using a Tether ........................................... 69
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 141
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 534
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 532
Client Service Information ....................... 596
Climate Control System ............................ 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 203
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 531
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 208
Sensors ................................................... 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Clock .......................................................... 128
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 458
Coat Hooks ............................................... 191
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 458
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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 421
Language (HFL) ........................................ 325
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 65
Lights ................................................ 156, 514
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 160
Auto High-Beam Indicator......................... 87
Automatic............................................... 157
Bulb Replacement ................................... 514
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 159
Fog Lights ............................................... 159
High Beam Indicator ................................. 87
Interior.................................................... 182
Light Switches......................................... 156
Lights On Indicator.................................... 87
Turn Signals ............................................ 155
Load Limits ............................................... 375
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 129
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 142
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 141
From Inside ............................................. 139
From Outside .......................................... 131
Keys........................................................ 129
Using a Key............................................. 137
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 137
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) ................. 567
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 130
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 567
Lower Anchors ........................................... 65 Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 375
Lumbar Support ........................................ 176
M
Maintenance............................................. 491
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 529
Brake Fluid .............................................. 512
Cleaning .................................................. 532
Climate Control System ........................... 531
Coolant ........................................... 509, 511
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 495
Oil ........................................................... 505
Precautions .............................................. 492
Radiator .................................................. 510
Remote Transmitter ................................. 530
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 514
Safety ...................................................... 493
Service Items ........................................... 498
Tires ........................................................ 520
Transmission Fluid ................................... 512
Under the Hood ...................................... 501
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 81, 568
Map Lights ................................................ 183
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 375
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 112
Mirrors
Adjusting ................................................. 172
Door........................................................ 173
Exterior .................................................... 173
Interior Rearview ..................................... 172 Modifications (and Accessories)
.............. 537
Moonroof ................................................. 151
MP3 ................................................... 245, 268
Multi-Information Display ....................... 114
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 476
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 588
O
Odometer................................................. 116
Oil (Engine) ....................................... 504, 587
Adding .................................................... 506
Checking................................................. 505
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 496
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 567
Recommended Engine Oil ............... 504, 587
Viscosity .......................................... 504, 587
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 217
Open Source Licenses ............................... 294
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 582
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 502
Moonroof ............................................... 151
Power Windows ...................................... 149
Trunk ...................................................... 143
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ...................................................... 152
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