Acura 2021 TLX Owner's manual

2021 TLX

Owner’s Manual

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).

The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near

crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a

road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s

systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related

to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of

time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is

designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

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These data can help provide a better understanding of the

circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data

are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation

occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving

conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and

crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law

enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of

personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash

investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,

and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the

vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that

have the special equipment, can read the information if they have

access to the vehicle or the EDR.

The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by

anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the

vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record

information about powertrain performance. The data can be used

to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians

diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with

data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains

confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is

uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this

vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may

apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded

by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid

damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

NOTICE

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Software End User License Agreement

Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by

the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which

contains a binding arbitration clause. Please refer to the End User

License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your

use of the installed software, as well as the applications, services,

functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of

the installed software will serve as your consent to the terms and

conditions of the End User License Agreement.

You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software

by sending a signed, written notice to ACURA at American Honda

Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Relations Mail Stop 100-5E-8F, 1919

Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.

Privacy Notice

This vehicle may share location and usage information. To manage

this setting, visit www.acuralink.com/vehicle-data-choices.

To learn more about how we collect and use Personal

Information, please read our Privacy Policy, accessible

at www.acura.com.

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A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And

operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have

provided operating procedures and other information on labels and

in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that

could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the

hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You

must use your own good judgment.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,

including:

●

Safety Labels - on the vehicle.

●

Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol 3 and

one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

These signal words mean:

●

Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.

●

Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.

●

Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please

read it carefully.

3DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don’t follow instructions.

3WARNING

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don’t follow instructions.

3CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow

instructions.

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Contents

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the

vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find

descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your

particular model.

Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)

represent features and equipment that are available on some, but

not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these

features.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and

Canada.

The information and specifications included in this publication were

in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications

or design at any time without notice and without incurring any

obligation.

2 Safe Driving P. 31

For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 36 Airbags P. 43

2 Instrument Panel P. 77

Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 97

2 Controls P. 115

Clock P. 116 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 118

Windows P. 140 Moonroof P. 143

Seats P. 166 Interior Convenience Items P. 178

2 Features P. 201

Audio System P. 202 Audio System Basic Operation P. 208

Customized Features P. 300 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 324

2 Driving P. 365

Before Driving P. 366 Towing a Trailer P. 371

Parking Your Vehicle P. 492 Multi-View Rear Camera

*

P. 503

2 Maintenance P. 517

Before Performing Maintenance P. 518 Maintenance Minder

TM

P. 521

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 541

Climate Control System Maintenance P. 559

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 567

Tools P. 568 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 569

Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 597 Fuses P. 605

If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 614

2 Information P. 617

Specifications P. 618 Identification Numbers P. 620

Emissions Testing P. 623 Warranty Coverages P. 625

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Contents

Child Safety P. 61 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 75 Safety Labels P. 76

Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 134 Security System P. 137

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 144 Mirrors P. 163

Climate Control System P. 195

Audio Error Messages P. 274 General Information on the Audio System P. 277

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 327 AcuraLink® P. 356

When Driving P. 372 AcuraWatch

TM

P. 413 Braking P. 483

Surround View Camera System

*

P. 505 Refueling P. 513 Fuel Economy and CO

2

Emissions P. 516

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 527 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 539

Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 544 Battery P. 553 Remote Transmitter Care P. 557

Cleaning P. 560 Accessories and Modifications P. 565

Engine Does Not Start P. 590 If the Battery Is Dead P. 593 Overheating P. 595

Emergency Towing P. 612 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 613

Refueling P. 615

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 621 Reporting Safety Defects P. 622

Authorized Manuals P. 628 Client Service Information P. 629

Quick Reference Guide

P. 6

Safe Driving

P. 31

Instrument Panel

P. 77

Controls

P. 115

Features

P. 201

Driving

P. 365

Maintenance

P. 517

Handling the Unexpected

P. 567

Information

P. 617

Index

P. 630

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Quick Reference Guide

Visual Index

❚

System Indicators

(P78)

❚

Gauges (P97)

❚

Multi-Information

Display

(P98)

❚

Navigation System

*

() See the Navigation System Manual

❚

Audio/Information Screen (P212)

❚

(Vehicle Stability Assist

TM

(VSA®) System

OFF) Button

(P403)

❚

Parking Sensor System Button

*

(P495)

❚

Safety Support Switch (P412, 421, 471)

❚

Heated Windshield Button

*

(P159)

❚

Brightness Control (P157)

❚

Head-Up Display Buttons

*

(P111, 158)

❚

Hazard Warning Button

❚

Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button

(P159)

❚

Climate Control System (P195)

❚

True Touchpad Interface (P209)

❚

ENGINE START/STOP Button (P144)

❚

Steering Wheel Adjustments (P162)

❚

Electric Parking Brake Switch (P483)

❚

Trunk Opener (P134)

❚

Auto Idle Stop OFF Button (P397)

❚

Automatic Brake Hold Button (P488)

❚

Front Seat Heater Buttons (P192)

❚

Front Seat Ventilation Buttons

*

(P192)

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Quick Reference Guide

❚

Wipers/Washers (P155)

❚

Headlights/Turn Signals (P147, 148)

❚

Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P387)

❚

Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P387)

❚

Navigation System Voice Control Buttons

() See the Navigation System Manual

❚

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System

Voice Control Buttons

(P 327)

❚

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Button

(P450)

❚

Heated Steering Wheel Button

*

(P194)

❚

Audio Remote Controls (P206)

❚

Fog Lights

*

(P151)

❚

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low

Speed Follow Buttons

(P428)

❚

Interval Button (P440)

❚

Right Selector Wheel (P212, 300)

❚

Horn (Press an area around .)

* Not available on all models

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Visual Index

8

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Driver’s Front Airbag (P46)

❚

Driver’s Knee Airbag (P51)

❚

Accessory Power Socket (P187)

❚

Auxiliary Input Jack (P204)

❚

Hood Release Handle (P528)

❚

Glove Box (P180)

❚

Passenger’s Front Airbag (P46)

❚

USB Port (P203)

❚

Wireless Charger

*

(P188)

❚

Dynamic Mode Switch (P388)

❚

Shift Button

Electronic Gear Selector

(P380)

❚

Front Passenger’s Knee Airbag

(P51)

❚

Power Window Switches (P140)

❚

Door Mirror Controls (P164)

❚

Master Door Lock Switch (P132)

❚

Rearview Mirror (P163)

❚

Memory Buttons (P161)

❚

SET Button (P161)

❚

Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes (P608)

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Quick Reference Guide

❚

Map Lights (P179)

❚

Side Curtain Airbags (P56)

❚

Seat Belts (P36)

❚

Front Seat (P166)

❚

Moonroof Switch

(P143)

❚

Map Lights (P179)

❚

Sunglasses Holder

(P186)

❚

Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P69)

❚

Rear Seat (P176)

❚

Rear Fuse Box (P609)

❚

Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P71)

❚

LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P66)

❚

Accessory Power

Socket

(P187)

❚

Sun Visors

❚

Vanity Mirrors

❚

Side Airbags (P54)

❚

Grab Handle

❚

Coat Hook (P184)

* Not available on all models

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Visual Index
10
Quick Reference Guide
❚
Maintenance Under the Hood (P527)
❚
Windshield Wipers (P155, 541)
❚
Tires (P544, 569)
❚
Door Lock/Unlock Control (P121)
❚
Power Door Mirrors (P164)
❚
Headlights (P148, 539)
❚
How to Refuel (P514)
❚
High-Mount Brake Light (P540)
❚
Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P136)
❚
Opening/Closing the Trunk (P135)
❚
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights 
(P540)
❚
Brake Lights (P540)
❚
Rear Turn Signal Lights (P540)
❚
Back-Up Lights (P540)
❚
Rear License Plate Lights (P540)
❚
Fog Lights
*
 (P151, 539)
❚
Trunk Release Button (P134)
❚
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P147, 148, 539)
❚
Side Turn Signal Lights (P147, 539)
❚
Daytime Running Lights (P151, 539)
❚
Front Side Marker Lights (P148, 539)
❚
Taillights (P540)
❚
Brake Lights (P540)
❚
Multi-View Rear Camera
*
 (P503)
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Quick Reference Guide

Auto Idle Stop Function

To improve fuel economy, the engine stops and then restarts as detailed below. When Auto Idle Stop is on, the Auto Idle Stop indicator

(green) comes on. (P395)

At Automatic transmission Engine status

Deceleration

Stop

Start-up

Stop the vehicle and depress the brake pedal.

Automatic Brake Hold Off Automatic Brake Hold On

On

Keep the brake pedal

depressed.

With the automatic brake hold system

activated, you can release the brake pedal

when the indicator comes on.

U.S. Canada

Off

Release the brake pedal.

With the automatic brake hold system

activated, depress the accelerator pedal.

Restarting

* Not available on all models

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Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving (P 31)

Airbags (P 43)

●

Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and

your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P 61)

●

All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.

●

Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.

●

Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.

Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 75)

●

Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon

monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon

monoxide gas can accumulate.

Before Driving Checklist (P35)

●

Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,

steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts (P 36)

●

Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well

back in the seat.

●

Check that your passengers are wearing

their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as

low as possible.

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Quick Reference Guide

Instrument Panel (P 77)

Indicators (P 78)/Multi-Information Display (P 98)/Gauges (P 97)/

Head-Up Display

*

(P 111)

Speedometer

Fuel Gauge

Multi-Information Display

Temperature Gauge

Tachometer

Head-Up Display

*

Immobilizer System Indicator/

Security System Alarm Indicator

Shift Position Indicator/

Transmission System Indicator

Turbo Meter

M (sequential mode) Indicator/

Gear Selection Indicator

G-meter

* Not available on all models

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Quick Reference Guide

Controls (P 115)

Clock (P116)

The clock is automatically updated through

the audio system.

ENGINE START/STOP

Button

(P144)

Press the button to change the vehicle’s

power mode.

Turn Signals (P147)

Lights (P148)

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

Light Control Switches

Low Beam

High Beam

Flashing

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Quick Reference Guide

Wipers and Washers

(P155)

*1:Models with automatic intermittent

wipers

*2:Models without automatic intermittent

wipers

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

MIST

OFF

AUTO

*1

: Wiper speed varies

automatically

INT

*2

: Low speed with

intermittent

LO: Low speed wipe

HI: High speed wipe

Pull toward

you to spray

washer fluid.

Adjustment Ring

(-: Low Sensitivity

*1

: Lower speed, fewer sweeps

*2

(+: High Sensitivity

*1

: Higher speed, more sweeps

*2

AUTO should always be turned OFF before

the following situations in order to prevent

severe damage to the wiper system:

●

Cleaning the windshield

●

Driving through a car wash

●

No rain present

Steering Wheel (P162)

●

To adjust, push the adjustment lever

down, adjust to the desired position, then

lock the lever back in place.

Models with automatic intermittent wipers

Unlocking the Front

Doors from the Inside

(P131)

●

Pull either front door inner handle to

unlock and open it at the same time.

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Quick Reference Guide

Trunk (P134)

●

Press and hold the trunk opener on the

driver’s door to unlock and open the

trunk.

●

Press the trunk release button on the

right side trunk lid light to unlock and

open the trunk.

●

Press and hold the trunk release button

on the remote to unlock and open the

trunk.

Trunk Opener

Power Door Mirrors

(P164)

●

With the power mode in ON, move the

selector switch to L or R.

●

Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

●

Press the folding button

*

to fold the door

mirrors in or out.

Adjustment Switch

Selector SwitchFolding Button

*

Power Windows (P140)

●

With the power mode in ON, open and

close the power windows.

●

If the power window lock button is in the

off position, each passenger’s window

can be opened and closed with its own

switch.

●

If the power window lock button is in the

on position (indicator on), each

passenger’s window switch is disabled.

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

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Quick Reference Guide

Climate Control System (P 195)

●

Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.

●

Press the button to turn the system on or off.

●

Press the button to defrost the windshield.

Driver’s Side Temperature

Control Buttons

(Windshield Defroster) Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

Air flows from floor and

windshield defroster vents.

Air flows from floor vents.

Air flows from floor and

dashboard vents, and back

of the center console.

Air flows from dashboard

vents and back of the

center console.

SYNC (Synchronization) Button

(Recirculation) Button

AUTO Button

Passenger’s Side Temperature

Control Buttons

MODE Control Button

(ON/OFF) Button

Fan Control Button

* Not available on all models

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Quick Reference Guide

Features (P 201)

Audio Remote Controls

(P 206)

●

VOL(+/VOL(- (Volume) Switch

Press up or down to adjust the volume.

●

(Power) Button

Press to turn the audio system on and off.

●

Left Selector Wheel

When selecting the audio mode

Press the APPS button, then roll up or

down to select an item on the multi-

information display or the head-up

display

*

, and then press the left selector

wheel.

Left Selector Wheel

APPS Button

VO

L

(+/VOL(- (Volume) Switch

(Power) Button

Roll up or down: To cycle through the

following items, roll up or down and then

press the left selector wheel:

You can add or remove the items and

change their order on multi-information

display or the head-up display

*

.

Navigation

*

Phone

Select Driving View

*

Customize Apps

Audio Modes

(FM Radio, USB Audio, etc)

●

When listening to the radio

Move to a side to change the favorite

radio station or channel.

●

When listening to an iPod, USB flash

drive, Bluetooth® Audio, or Smartphone

Connection

Move to a side to skip to the beginning of

the next song or return to the beginning

of the current or previous song.

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