2022 ACURA TLX towing

579
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 580
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 581
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 596
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 603
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 604Emergency Engine Stop ................... 605
If the Battery Is Dead Jump Starting Procedure .................. 606
Overheating ...................................... 609
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Engine Oil Pr essure Low Warning
Appears ......................................... 612 If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 613
If the Slow Down! Reduced Stopping Power Warning Appears ................ 613
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 614
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 615
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 616
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 617 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 618
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 619
Fuses .................................................. 620
Emergency Towing ........................... 627If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 628If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 629
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 630
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 627
•Front: 32 psi (220 kPa)/rear: 30 psi (210
kPa) or more:
• 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
• Front: 36 psi (250 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230
kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check
the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
Models with 235/50R18 97V tires
Models with 255/40R19 96W tires
Models with 255/35R20 97Y tires
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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 Remote Battery is Weak P. 604
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 146
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights do not come on at all
2Battery P. 564●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 620
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
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. 374
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 139
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 97
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 626
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 627
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 606
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N after starting
the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless
the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 374
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 627
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flatbed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle's drive system.
■Flatbed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to 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.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flatbed equipment.
2 Parking Brake P. 485
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.
2WD models
AWD models
2WD models
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Index
Storage Items............................................ 182
Summer Tires ............................................ 563
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® )............................................... 408
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 46
Surround View Camera System ................ 507
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 6, 7, 146
Synchronized Mode .................................. 200
System Message Indicator .......................... 92
System Updates ......................................... 227
T
Tachometer............................................... 104
Temperature
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 99
Temperature Sensor ........................... 99, 201
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 582
Time (Setting) ........................................... 118
Tire Fill Assist ............................................. 409
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator .................................................... 89
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 409
Indicator .................................................. 618
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 409
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 581
Tires ........................................................... 555
Air Pressure ..................................... 556, 633 Chains..................................................... 563
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 555
Flat Tire (Puncture) .......................... 581, 596
Inspection ............................................... 555
Labeling .................................................. 556
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 581, 596
Regulations ............................................. 558
Rotation .................................................. 562
Spare (Optional) .............................. 596, 633
Summer .................................................. 563
Temporary Tire Re
pair Kit ........................ 582
Wear Indicators ....................................... 560
Winter..................................................... 563
Tools .......................................................... 580
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 373
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 373
Emergency .............................................. 627
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Indicator.................................................... 89
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 409
Indicator.................................................. 618
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 409
Traffic Jam Assist ...................................... 459
Traffic Sign Recognition System .............. 476
Transmission ....................................... 20, 382
Automatic ......................................... 20, 382
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 384
Number................................................... 634
Sequential Mode ..................................... 389 Transmission System
Indicator ................................................... 84
Trip Computer .......................................... 102
Trip Meter ................................................ 102
Troubleshooting ...................................... 579
Blown Fuse ............................. 620, 622, 623
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 27
Emergency Towing ................................. 627
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 603
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 581
Noise When Braking ................................. 29
Overheating ............................................ 609
Premium Gasoline ........................... 515, 632
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 581, 596
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 27, 134
Warning Indicators.................................... 78
True Touchpad Interface ......................... 211
Trunk ........................................................ 136
Lid .......................................................... 136
Light Bulbs .............................................. 632
Main Switch............................................ 138
Unable to Open ...................................... 629
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 519
Turn Signals .............................................. 149
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 90
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 115
Two-way Keyless Remote ................ 131, 376
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