Acura RLX HYBRID (2020 year). Manual in english — page 34

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7.

Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.

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The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.

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When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.

8.

After the air pressure reaches 36 psi (250
kPa), turn off the kit.

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To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.

9.

Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.

10.

Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

11.

Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

Pressure Gauge

ON

OFF

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Injecting Sealant and Air

Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.

If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessary seal and your vehicle
will need to be towed.

See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.

Sealant/Air Hose

Tire Valve Stem

Pressure Relief
Button

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12.

Apply the repair notification label to the
flat surface of the wheel.

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The wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.

1.

Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.

2.

Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.

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Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

3.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Repair Notification Label

U.S.

Canada

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Distributing the Sealant in the Tire

Speed Restriction Label

U.S.

Canada

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4.

Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/
air hose on the compressor.

5.

Turn the selector knob to

AIR

.

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Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.

2

Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

P. 550

6.

If the air pressure is

•

Less than 19 psi (130 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. 580

•

36 psi (250 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.

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If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.

Sealant/Air Hose

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Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less
than 36 psi (250 kPa):

Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 36 psi
(250 kPa).

2

Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

P. 550

Then drive carefully for 10 more 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.

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You should repeat this procedure as
long as the air pressure is within this
range.

7.

Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.

8.

Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

9.

Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

10.

Repackage and properly stow the kit.

AIR

side

ON

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Distributing the Sealant in the Tire

3

WARNING

Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.

Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

Pressure Relief Button

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You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.

1.

Open the trunk floor lid.

2

Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire

P. 542

2.

Remove the kit from the case.

3.

Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.

4.

Remove the sealant/air hose from the kit.

5.

Remove the valve cap.

6.

Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.

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Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

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Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

NOTICE

Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.

Sealant/
Air Hose

Valve Cap

Tire Valve Stem

Sealant/Air Hose

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7.

Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.

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Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.

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Do not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.

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Accessory Power Sockets

P. 190

8.

Turn the power system on.

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Keep the power system on while
injecting air.

2

Carbon Monoxide Gas

P. 72

9.

Turn the selector knob to

AIR

.

10.

Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.

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The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.

11.

Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.

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Inflating an Under-inflated Tire

3

WARNING

Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.

Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.

ON

AIR

side

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12.

Turn off the kit.

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Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.

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If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.

13.

Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.

14.

Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.

15.

Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).

16.

Repackage and properly stow the kit.

Pressure Relief Button

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Changing a Flat Tire

If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.

1.

Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface, and apply the parking
brake.

2.

Change the gear position to

(

P

.

3.

Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.

Vehicles with optional spare tire kit

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Changing a Flat Tire

NOTICE

Do not use an unapproved puncture-repairing agent
on a flat tire, as it can damage the tire pressure
sensor.

NOTICE

Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a professional towing service.

Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

2

)

When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.

The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not use another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.

Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.

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1.

Open the trunk floor lid.

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Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire

P. 541

2.

Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool case.

3.

Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.

4.

Place a wheel block or rock in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.

5.

Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.

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Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire

Spare Tire

Tool Case

Wheel
Blocks

The tire to be replaced.

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6.

Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.

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1.

Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.

2.

Turn the end bracket clockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.

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Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.

3.

Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.

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How to Set Up the Jack

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How to Set Up the Jack

Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.

Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.

The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:

•

Do not use while the power system is on.

•

Use only where the ground is firm and level.

•

Use only at the jacking points.

•

Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.

•

Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.

3

WARNING

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and no person should place any
portion of their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.

Jack
Handle
Bar

Wheel Nut

Wrench as Jack Handle

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1.

Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.

2.

Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.

3.

Mount the compact spare tire.

4.

Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.

5.

Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.

Wheel nut torque:

94 lbf∙ft (127 N∙m, 13 kgf∙m)

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Replacing the Flat Tire

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Replacing the Flat Tire

Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

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1.

Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.

2.

Wrap the spacer cone and spare tire wing
bolt with cloth or paper, and store them in
the spare tire well.

3.

Store the jack and tools in the tool case.
Place the tool case and the trunk floor lid on
the flat tire.

4.

Close the trunk.

If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers),

Tire

Pressure Monitor Problem

will appear on the multi-information display and the

indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on; however, this is normal
and is no cause for concern.

If you replace the tire with a full-size tire, the warning message on the multi-
information display and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after a few
miles (kilometers).

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Storing the Flat Tire

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Storing the Flat Tire

3

WARNING

Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.

Spacer Cone

Wing Bolt

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TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire

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TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire

The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.

Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.

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Power System Won’t Start

Checking the Procedure

When the

READY

indicator does not come on and the

Ready To Drive

message

does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.

Checklist

Condition

What to Do

Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.

The

Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate

message appears.

2

Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages

P. 94

The

To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button

message

appears.

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Make sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.

2

POWER Button Operating Range

P. 152

2

If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak

P. 560

The

POWER SYSTEM

indicator comes on.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

The transmission system indicator blinks and

Transmission

Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked

message

appears.

The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.

2

If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message

P. 571

Check the brightness
of the interior lights.

The interior lights are dim or do not come on at all.

Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.

The interior lights come on normally.

Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.

2

Inspecting and Changing Fuses

P. 579

Check the gear
position.

The transmission is not in

(

P

.

Change the gear position to

(

P

.

Check the
immobilizer system
indicator.

When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.

2

Immobilizer System Indicator

P. 87

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Checking the Procedure

If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.

2

Jump Starting

P. 562

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If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak

If the beeper sounds, the

To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button

message

appears on the multi-information display, the

POWER

button flashes, and the

READY

indicator does not come on, turn on the power system as follows:

1.

Touch the center of the

POWER

button

with the

A

logo on the keyless access

remote while the

POWER

button is

flashing. The buttons on the keyless access
remote should be facing you.

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The

POWER

button flashes for about 30

seconds.

2.

Depress the brake pedal and press the

POWER

button within 10 seconds after the

beeper sounds and the

POWER

button

changes from flashing to on.

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If you do not depress the pedal, the
mode will change to ACCESSORY.

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Emergency Power System Off

The

POWER

button may be used to turn the power system off due to an emergency

situation even while driving. If you must turn the power system off, do either of the
following operations:

•

Press and hold the

POWER

button for about two seconds.

•

Firmly press the

POWER

button three times.

The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.

The gear position automatically changes to

(

P

after the vehicle comes to a complete

stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.

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Emergency Power System Off

Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the power system to be
turned off.