Instrument Panel; Malfunction Indicators - Acura RLX Sport Hybrid 2016 Owner's Manual

INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.

Malfunction Indicators

These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
U.S.
• Brake fluid is low.
• There is a problem with the brake system.
Canada
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action.
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using
regenerative braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check
the oil level, and add oil if necessary (see page 121). If the indicator does
not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem.
• (Blinks) A misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and turn off the vehicle for 10 minutes or more.
Charging system
The 12-volt battery is not charging. Turn all electrical items off, but do not
turn the vehicle off to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle
repaired immediately.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system. Stop in a safe
place and restart the vehicle.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
(Blinks and stays on) There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring
system, or a spare tire* is installed.
Keyless Access system
There is a problem with the keyless access system.
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) system
There is a problem with the VSA system or hill start assist system.
Brake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems. Avoid high speeds and
U.S.
sudden braking. Your vehicle still has normal braking ability.
Canada
Blind Spot Information (BSI)
There is a problem with the system or the sensor is blocked.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
There is a problem with the system, or the radar sensor is blocked.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
There is a problem with the system, or the camera is blocked.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
There is a problem with the system, the system is turned off, the
temperature is too high, or the camera is blocked.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Electric parking brake system
There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. Stop in a safe
place and avoid using the parking brake.
Electric parking brake
U.S.
(Blinks) There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
Canada
High temperature
Blinks when the engine coolant temperature goes up, and stays on if
the temperature continues to rise. Drive slowly or pull over to prevent
overheating.
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*if equipped
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