Acura TLX (2019 year). Instruction — part 23

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Before Driving

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Driving Preparation

Driving

• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the

seats.

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They can interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.

• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 37

• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the

vehicle, and go off soon after.

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Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.

2 Indicators P. 72

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Maximum Load Limit

The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire
and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.

This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers

that will be riding in your vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers

from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and

luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)

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Maximum Load Limit

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories and all cargo.

2 Specifications P. 564

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.

2 Specifications P. 564

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WARNING

Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this instruction.

Label Example

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(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being

loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will

be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this instruction to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.

In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

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Maximum Load Limit

Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.

2 Towing a Trailer P. 361

Load Limits Example

Example1

Max Load

850 lbs

(385 kg)

Passenger Weight

150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs

(68 kg x 2 = 136 kg)

Cargo Weight

550 lbs

(249 kg)

Example2

Max Load

850 lbs

(385 kg)

Passenger Weight

150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs

(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg)

Cargo Weight

100 lbs
(45 kg)

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Towing a Trailer

Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.

Towing Your Vehicle

Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.

2 Emergency Towing P. 558

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When Driving

Starting the Engine

1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

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The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.

2. Depress the brake pedal.

3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button

without depressing the accelerator pedal.

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Starting the Engine

Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.

The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).

When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce
battery drain.

If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Consult a dealer for details.

If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.

Models with electronic gear selector

Electric Parking
Brake Switch

Brake Pedal

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1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

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The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.

2. Check that the transmission is in

(

P, then

depress the brake pedal.

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Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in

(

N, it is safer to start it in

(

P.

3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button

without depressing the accelerator pedal.

1

Starting the Engine

Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the battery in the keyless
access remote is weak.

2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is

Weak P. 538

The engine may not start if the keyless access remote
is subjected to strong radio waves.

Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, set the power mode to
OFF and wait at least 30 seconds before trying again.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.

2 Immobilizer System P. 152

Models with shift lever

Electric Parking
Brake Switch

Brake Pedal

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Starting the Engine

Driving

You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Put the transmission into

(

P.

2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

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Stopping the Engine

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You can remotely start the engine using the two-way keyless access remote from
extended distances.

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To start the engine

The engine runs for up to 10 minutes without you starting the vehicle.
To extend the run time for another 10 minutes during the first run, press the

button, then press and hold the

button.

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The amber LED blinks, then the green LED comes back on if a 10-minute
extension request was transmitted successfully.

After pressing the (lock) button, wait for the green LED to blink. This indicates that
the all the doors and the trunk are locked.

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Remote Engine Start

*

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Remote Engine Start

*

The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote engine start, check your
local laws.

If there are buildings and obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, the range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
The engine may not start by the remote engine start if:

•

You have disabled a remote engine start setting
using the multi-information display.

•

The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).

•

The transmission is in a position other than

(

P.

•

The hood is open, or any door or the trunk is
unlocked.

•

You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.

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WARNING

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.

Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.

Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.

Press the

button, then press and hold

the

button.

Amber LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.

Continues to blink
during a vehicle
self check until the
engine starts.

Go within the range,
and try again.

Green LED: Comes on while
the engine is running.

Red LED: Blinks when the
remote is out of the keyless
access system range.

* Not available on all models

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To stop the engine

Press and hold the

button

for one second.

Go within the range,
and try again.

Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed.

Red LED:

●

Comes on for one second to let you
know that the engine has stopped.

●

Blinks when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.

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Remote Engine Start

*

•

Another registered keyless access remote is in the
vehicle.

•

There is any antenna failure.

•

The door is unlocked with the built-in key.

•

The engine oil pressure is low.

•

The engine coolant temperature is extremely high.

•

The telematics unit malfunctions.

•

The security system alarm is not set.

Before starting the engine, make sure to check the
door lock status using the remote. When you press
the

button, wait for the green LED to blink. If

the red LED turns on, the doors and trunk did not
lock, and the engine does not start.

While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically precondition inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:

•

The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.

•

The seat ventilation is activated

*

.

When it is cold outside:

•

The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.

•

The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.

•

The seat heaters and heated steering wheel are
activated

*

.

2 Heated Steering Wheel

*

P. 202

2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat

Ventilation

*

P. 203

* Not available on all models

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Driving

1. Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button

simultaneously.

2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, put the transmission into

(

D. Select

(

R when reversing.

3. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the

accelerator pedal.

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Make sure the electric parking brake indicator goes off.

2 Parking Brake P. 428
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning

Message P. 552

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Starting to Drive

1

Starting to Drive

You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake switch while depressing the
brake pedal.
When facing downhill, you can start your vehicle
more smoothly by instructionly releasing it with the
electric parking brake switch than by releasing it with
the accelerator pedal.

The engine stops when the gear position is changed
from

(

P before the ENGINE START/STOP button is

pressed. Follow the step 1 when starting to drive.

When the engine was started using the two-way
keyless access remote

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When the engine was started using the two-way keyless access remote

*

When the engine was started in any case

* Not available on all models

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Hill Start Assist System

Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.

Change the gear position to

(

D when facing uphill, or

(

R when facing downhill,

then release the brake pedal.

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Hill Start Assist System

Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.

Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.

Hill start assist will operate even when VSA® is
switched off.

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Precautions While Driving

Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.

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In Rain

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Precautions While Driving

NOTICE

Do not change the gear position while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.

NOTICE

If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restored.
Repeated operation under these conditions can
eventually damage the system.

If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functions will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.

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Automatic Transmission

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If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.

Automatic Transmission

*

The engine runs at a higher idle speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.

Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.

Dual Clutch Transmission

*

As with a conventional automatic transmission, this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.

Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.

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Other Precautions

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Creeping

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Kickdown

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Creeping

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Kickdown

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Precautions While Driving

Do not change the gear position to

(

N, as you will

lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance.

During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.

Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.

* Not available on all models

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Shifting

Change the gear position in accordance with your driving needs.

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Shift button positions

■

(

P (parking) button

The gear position changes to

(

P when you

press the

(

P button while the vehicle is

parked with the power mode in ON.
The indicators on the sides of the

(

P button

come on.

Models with electronic gear selector

1

Shifting

To prevent malfunction and unintended
engagement:

•

Do not spill any liquids on or around shift buttons.

•

Do not place or drop any objects on or around shift
buttons.

•

Do not let passengers or children operate the shift
buttons.

The beeper sounds and the message appears on the
multi-information display when you depress the
accelerator pedal with the gear position in

(

N.

Change the gear position to

(

D or

(

R with the brake

pedal depressed.

When shifting gears in extremely low temperatures
(−22°F/−30°C), there may be a short delay before the
shift is indicated in the display. Always confirm you
are in the correct gear before driving.

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WARNING

The vehicle can roll away if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.

A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in serious injury or death.

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that

(

P

is shown

on the gear position Indicator.

Park
Used when parking, before turning off or
starting the engine
Reverse
Used when reversing

Neutral
Transmission is not locked

Drive
Used for:

●

Normal driving (gears change between 1st
and 9th automatically)

●

Temporarily driving in the sequential
mode

●

Driving in the sequential mode (when
driving in Sport+ mode)

(

P Button

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Shift Operation

1

Shift Operation

NOTICE

When you change

(

D to

(

R and vice versa, come to

a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed.
Operating the shift button before the vehicle has
come to a complete standstill can damage the
transmission.

Use the gear position indicator and the shift button
indicator to check the gear position before selecting
a shift button.

If the indicator of the currently selected gear position,
or all the gear position indicators are blinking
simultaneously, there is a problem with the
transmission.
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

The fuel supply may be cut off if you drive at engine
speeds in or over the tachometer’s red zone (engine
speed limit). If this happens, you may experience a
slight jolt.

When the engine speed is increased while the
transmission is in

(

N,

(

P or

(

R, the fuel supply may

be cut off even without the engine speed entering
the tachometer’s red zone.

The beeper sounds once when you change to

(

R.

Gear Position Indicator

Tachometer’s red zone

Press the

(

P button.

Pull back the

(

R button.

Press the

(

N button.

Press the

(

D button.

Shift Button
Indicator

M (sequential mode) Indicator

Sequential Mode Gear
Selection Indicator

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Shifting

Driving

In freezing or sub-freezing conditions, the gear selection response may be slow.
Always depress the brake pedal before changing the gear position to

(

P, and

confirm that

(

P is shown on the gear position indicator before releasing the brake.

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When opening the driver’s door

If you open the driver’s door under the following conditions, the gear position
automatically changes to

(

P.

• The vehicle is in stationary with the engine running, or moving at 1 mph (2 km/h)

or slower.

• The transmission is in other than

(

P.

• You have unfastened the driver side seat belt.

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If you manually change the gear position from

(

P with the brake pedal

depressed, the gear position will automatically return to

(

P once you release

the brake pedal.

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When turning off the power mode

If you turn the engine off while the vehicle is stationary, and the transmission is in
other than

(

P, the gear position automatically changes to

(

P.

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When opening the driver’s door

While the system is designed to automatically change
the gear position to

(

P under the described

conditions, in the interest of safety you should always
select

(

P before opening the driver's door.

Make sure to park the vehicle in a safe place.

2 When Stopped P. 445

If you want to drive the vehicle after the gear position
has automatically changed to

(

P under the described

conditions, close the door, fasten the seat belt,
depress the brake pedal, then change the gear
position.

If you leave the vehicle, turn off the engine and lock
the doors.

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