2020 Acura TLX belt

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uuBraking uBrake System
Driving
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. You can use this system while th e vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.
■Automatic Brake Hold1 Automatic Brake Hold
3WARNING
Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.
3WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in
( P and applying the parking
brake.
■Turning on the system
Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.
●The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on.
■Activating the system
Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop. The transmission
must be in
( D or (N.●The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.
●Release the brake
pedal after the
automatic brake hold
indicator comes on.
■Canceling the system
Depress the accelerator
pedal while the
transmission is in
( D.
The system is canceled
and the vehicle starts to
move.
●The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
continues to be on.
Accelerator PedalBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
Comes
OnOn On
U.S.
Canada
Comes
On
Comes
On
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uuBraking uBrake System
434
Driving
■The system automatically cancels when:
• You depress the brake pedal and change to
(P or (R.
• You engage the parking brake.
■The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:
• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
• Brake Hold System Problem appears on the multi-information display.
■Turning off the automatic brake hold system
While the system is on, press the automatic
brake hold button again.
u The automatic brake hold system
indicator goes off.
If you want to turn off automatic brake hold
while the system is in operation, press the
automatic brake hold button with the brake
pedal depressed.
1 Automatic Brake Hold
While the system is activated, you can turn off the
engine or park the ve hicle through the same
procedure as you normally do. 2 When Stopped P. 446
Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,
the automatic brake hold turn s off once the engine is
off.
1 Turning off the automatic brake hold system
Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold
system before using an automated car wash.
You may hear an operating noi se if the vehicle moves
while the automatic brake hold system is in
operation.
Automatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
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472
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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509Continued
Maintenance
Cleaning
Interior Care
Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.
■Cleaning Seat Belts
1Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle. Electrical
devices and systems may ma lfunction if liquids are
splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sprays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches. Doing so may
cause the items to malfunction or cause a fire inside
the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their compos ition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-ba sed parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemical s, make sure to gently wipe them
away using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
Opening
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573Continued
Information
Warranty Coverages
■U.S. Owners
Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the
emissions control systems and accessorie s, against defects in materials and
workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty – these two warranties cover your ve hicle’s emissions control systems.
Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for
exact information.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered
by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered against
rusting from the inside out for the specified time period, regardless of mileage.
Accessory Limited Warranty – Acura accessories are covered under this warranty.
Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty booklet for details.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Acura replacement parts
against defects in mate rials and workmanship.
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579
Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery)................................... 505
Charging System Indicator ................ 75, 549
Jump Starting ......................................... 542
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 504
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 34
Beverage Holders ..................................... 195
Blind spot information 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) ... 172
Built-in Key ............................................... 134
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/Em
ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 488
Bulb Specifications ................................... 566
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 69
Carrying Cargo .................................. 357, 359
CD Player ................................................... 244
Center Pocket ........................................... 194
Certification Label .................................... 568
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 488
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 549
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 ............................... 511
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 509
Client Service Information ....................... 576
Climate Control System ............................ 205
Changing the Mode ................................ 208
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 211
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 508
Sensors ................................................... 212
Synchronized Mode................................. 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 205
Clock .......................................................... 132
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 437
Coat Hooks ............................................... 200
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 437
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ........ 532, 567
Compass .................................................... 352
Console Compartment ............................. 193
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 .............................................. 195
Customized Features ........................ 120, 292
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582
Index
Indicators..................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow .............. 85, 86, 390
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 79
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 82
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 89
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 89
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 74, 433
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 74, 433
Blind spot information system .................... 88
Brake System (Amber)................................ 72
Brake System (Red) ............................ 72, 550
Charging System ............................... 75, 549
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 90, 91
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 33
ECON (Econ mode) .................................... 85
Electric Parking Brake................................. 73
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 73, 552
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 79, 551
Fog Lights .................................................. 82
Gear Position ............................................. 75
High Beam................................................. 82
Immobilizer System .................................... 83
Keyless Access System ............................... 83
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 87, 412
Lights On ................................................... 82
Low Fuel .................................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 74, 549
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 81, 425, 427 M (sequential mode)
Indicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection ............................... 78
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 75, 550
Precision All-Wheel Steer
TM (P-AWS ®)
System .................................................... 85
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 84
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 35, 78
Security System Alarm ............................... 83
Shift Lever Position .................................... 75
SPORT (Sport mode) .................................. 85
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® ) .............................................. 88
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 79
System Message ........................................ 81
Transmission System............................ 76, 77
Turn Signal ................................................ 82
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 80, 418
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 80, 419
Information .............................................. 565
Information Screen .................................. 223
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 118
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control................................... 172
Integrated Dynamics System ................... 387
Dynamic Mode Button ............................ 387
Interface Dial ............................................ 219
Interior Lights ........................................... 189
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 177
iPhone ............................................... 250, 276
iPod ................................................... 247, 276
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 535
Jump Starting ........................................... 542
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 135
Keyless Access System .............................. 136
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 143
Keys ........................................................... 133
Lockout Prevention ................................. 143
Number Tag............................................ 135
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 147
Remote Transmitter ................................ 141
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 144, 365
Types and Functions................................ 133
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 370
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 370
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 410
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 61
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto ......................................... 289
Lights ................................................ 162, 488
Automatic............................................... 163
Bulb Replacement ................................... 488
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 165
Fog Lights ............................................... 165
High Beam Indicator ................................. 82
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584
Index
Parking...................................................... 446
Parking Brake ............................................ 429
Parking Sensor System .............................. 448
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 162
Power Windows ........................................ 155
Precautions While Driving ........................ 369
Rain ......................................................... 369
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 519
R
Radiator..................................................... 485
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 230
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 233
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 231
Range ........................................................ 118
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 231
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 571
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ...................................................... 173
Rear Seats .................................................. 187
Seat Heaters ............................................ 204
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 177
Refueling ................................................... 460
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 113
Gasoline .......................................... 460, 566
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Regulations ............................... 427, 498, 569 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 365
Remote Transmitter ................................. 141
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 506
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 506, 507
Bulbs ....................................................... 488
Fuses ............................... 555, 556, 557, 558
Tires ........................................................ 501
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 493
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 570
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 117
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 115, 120
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 405
On and Off.............................................. 407
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Labels ............................................... 70
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 34
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 36
Checking................................................... 40
Fastening .................................................. 37
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Pregnant Women ...................................... 39
Reminder ............................................ 35, 78 Warning Indicator ............................... 35, 78
Seat Heaters ..................................... 203, 204
Seats .......................................................... 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 180
Front Seats.............................................. 180
Rear Seats ............................................... 187
Seat Heaters ................................... 203, 204
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 203
Thigh support ......................................... 181
Security System ........................................ 152
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 83
Select Button ............................................ 371
Operation ............................................... 372
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 378
Operation ......................................... 20, 379
Releasing ................................................ 546
Won’t Move ........................................... 546
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 376
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 377
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 380
Sequential Shift Mode Operation ........... 381
Setting the Clock ...................................... 132
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 424
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 119
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 371
Shift Lever .......................................... 20, 378
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