550
Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlights
Headlights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
Fog Lights*
Fog lights are LED type. Have an authoriz ed Acura dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
Front Turn Signal, Park ing/Daytime Running and
Front Side Marker Lights
Front turn signal, parking/daytime running and front side marker lights are LED type.
Have an authorized Acura dealer in spect and replace the light assembly.
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights
Door mirror side turn lights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
1Headlights
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake, Rear Turn Signal and Taillight/Rear Side Marker Lights
Maintenance
Brake, Rear Turn Signal and Taillight/Rear Side
Marker Lights
Brake, rear turn signal and taillight/rear si de marker lights are LED type. Have an
authorized Acura deal er inspect and replace the light assembly.
Taillights and Back-Up Lights
Taillights and back-up lights are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Light
Rear license plate light is LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
High-Mount Brake Light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Puddle Lights*
Puddle lights are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
* Not available on all models
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
ModelTLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 17.8 – 19.6 oz (505 – 555 g)
Lubricant TypeND-OIL 14(POE)
Quantity 4.27 – 5.19 cu-in (70 – 85 cm3)
■
Engine Specifications
*1: 2.0 L engine models
*2: 3.0 L engine models
■Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement121.76 cu-in (1,996 cm3)*1
182.82 cu-in (2,997 cm3)*2
Spark Plugs NGK DILKAR8P8SY
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.9 US gal (60 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 5.8 US qt (5.5 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Fog Lights*LED
Front Turn Signal Lights LED
Parking/Daytime Running LightsLED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake Lights LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Brake/Taillights LED
Back-Up LightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Lights LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Puddle Lights*LED
Interior Lights Front and Rear Map Lights LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Console Compartment Light LED
Glove Box Light 1.4 W
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
Trunk Light 5 W
Foot Lights
*LED
* Not available on all models
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Index
B
BatteryCharging (Battery) ................................... 567
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 613
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 606
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 564
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Blind spot information System ................ 413
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 261
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 329
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 485
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 492
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 490
Brake Assist System ................................. 493
Fluid ........................................................ 549
Foot Brake ............................................... 489
Indicator ................................ 80, 81, 82, 615
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 617
Parking Brake .......................................... 485
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 159
Built-in Key ................................................ 121
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 550
Brake, Rear Turn Si gnal and Taillight/Rear
Side Marker Lights ................................. 551
Fog Lights ................................................ 550
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights.... 550
Headlights ............................................... 550
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 551 Puddle Lights........................................... 551
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 551
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 550
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 551
Bulb Specifications ................................... 632
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 508
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 369, 371
Certification Label .................................... 634
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 550
Charging System Indicator ................. 83, 613
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 134
Child Seat .................................................... 61
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants................................. 63
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 64
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 69
Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 63
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 65
Using a Tether ........................................... 71
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 134
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 573
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 571
Client Service Information ....................... 644Climate Control System
........................... 197
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Sensors ................................................... 201
Synchronized Mode ................................ 200
Clock ......................................................... 118
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 420
Coat Hooks ............................................... 186
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 420
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ....... 596, 633
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Controls .................................................... 117
Coolant (Engine) .............................. 544, 546
Adding the Coolant ................................ 547
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 545
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 544
Overheating ............................................ 609
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 381
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 500
Cup Holders .............................................. 184
Customized Features ............................... 302
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 153
Dead Battery ............................................ 606
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 325
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Index
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) .................................................. 93
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/ Green) .................................................... 93
Lights On .................................................. 90
Low Fuel ................................................... 87
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 89, 409, 411
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Gear
Selection Indicator................................... 83
Maintenance Minder................................. 92
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 83, 614
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) .......................................... 82, 617
Parking Brake and Brake
System (Red) ..................... 80, 81, 615, 617
Safety Support Indicator (Amber) .............. 94
Safety Support Indicato r (Green/Gray) ....... 96
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 37, 87
Security System Alarm............................... 91
Shift Position............................................. 83
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) ............................................. 92
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 57, 88
System Message ....................................... 92
Transmission System ................................. 84
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning............... 90
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .. 89, 406
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 89, 405
Information .............................................. 631
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 103 Instrument Panel
........................................ 77
Brightness Control ................................... 159
Integrated Dynamics System .................... 391
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 392
Interior Convenience Items ...................... 189
Interior Lights ........................................... 180
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 165
iPad ............................................................ 280
iPhone ....................................................... 280
iPod ................................................... 255, 280
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 599
Jump Starting ........................................... 606
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 122
Keyless Access System ............................... 123
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 130
Keys ........................................................... 120
Lockout Prevention .................................. 130
Number Tag ............................................ 122
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 134
Remote Transmitter ................................. 128
Two-way Keyless Remote ................ 131, 376
Types and Functions ................................ 120
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 381
Knee Airbags .............................................. 51
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 450
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 66
Legal Information .................................... 294
License Information ................................. 297
Lights ................................................. 150, 550
Automatic ............................................... 151
Bulb Replacement ................................... 550
Daytime Running Lights........................... 153
Fog Lights ............................................... 153
High Beam Indicator .................................. 90
Interior .................................................... 180
Light Switches ......................................... 150
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................ 149
Load Limits ................................................ 371
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 120
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 135
Childproof Door Locks............................. 134
From Inside ............................................. 132
From Outside .......................................... 123
Keys ........................................................ 120
Using a Key ............................................. 129
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 130
Low Battery Charge ................................. 613
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 87
Low Keyless Remote Signal Strength ...... 122
Lower Anchors ............................................ 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 633
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 371
Lumbar Support ....................................... 168
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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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