Acura RLX (2018 year). Manual — part 35

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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 air only 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

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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.

2 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire P. 543

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

1

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.

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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.

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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), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.

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

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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 Spare Tire

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TPMS and the 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. 562

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. 573

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. 580

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. 564

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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, and the POWER button flashes, 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.

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Jump Starting

Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.

1. Open the fuse box cover on your vehicle’s

12-volt battery positive + terminal.

2. Connect the first jumper cable to your

vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.

3. Connect the other end of the first jumper

cable to the booster battery + terminal.

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If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.

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When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.

4. Connect the second jumper cable to the

booster battery - terminal.

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Jump Starting Procedure

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Jump Starting

Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.

Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.

3

WARNING

A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.

Booster Battery

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5. Connect the other end of the second

jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.

6. If your vehicle is connected to another

vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.

7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it

turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

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Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order.

1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -

terminal.

3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +

terminal.

Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.

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What to Do After the Engine Starts

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Overheating

How to Handle Overheating

Overheating symptoms are as follows:
• The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.

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First thing to do

1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.

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Change the gear position to

(

P and set the parking brake.

2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.

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No steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.

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Steam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.

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How to Handle Overheating

NOTICE

Continuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may damage the engine.

3

WARNING

Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

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Next thing to do

1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and

turn the power system off once the high
temperature indicator goes off.

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If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately turn the power system off.

2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect

the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.

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If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.

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If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.

2 Radiator P. 511

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Last thing to do

Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, turn the power system on and check the
high temperature indicator. If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving.
If it stays on, contact a dealer for repairs.

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How to Handle Overheating

If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.

Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.

3

WARNING

Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.

Reserve
Tank

MAX

MIN

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.

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What to do as soon as the indicator comes on

1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.

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What to do after parking the vehicle

1. Turn the power system off and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.

2 Oil Check P. 506

3. Turn the power system on and check the low oil pressure indicator.

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The indicator goes off: Start driving again.

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The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Turn the power
system off and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.

If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.

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If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

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If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On

If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
power system. Restarting the power system may
rapidly discharge the battery.

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