2014 Acura RLX Hybrid Car Maintenance & Repair
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Maintain Your Acura RLX
Don’t let unexpected car trouble get the best of you. Stay ahead of potential problems and schedule a routine Acura RLX maintenance appointment today.
2014 Acura RLX Maintenance
A little service can go a long way. Select a maintenance service below to learn about properly caring for your 2014 Acura RLX.
FAQs About 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid Systems
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Are Acura RLX hybrid vehicle systems more expensive to repair? The answer is, it depends. Some high voltage components are only available as parts of bigger units. Note that we do offer promotional financing with the Firestone credit card.* (*Subject to credit approval.)
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Why is my Acura RLX gas mileage getting worse? We can check that for you. Poorer gas mileage from your Acura RLX could be due to a failing or bad high voltage battery pack.
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What does an illuminated check engine light mean on my Acura RLX? The Acura RLX check engine light could be illuminated because of a fouled oxygen sensor or a faulty fuse. Or, it might be due to a more serious issue, like a misfire. These are just a few potential reasons. Visit Firestone Complete Auto Care for a full diagnostic.
All-Around Care for Your 2014 Acura RLX
Schedule an appointment for hybrid maintenance and repair. Firestone techs know all about your 2014 Acura RLX! It's true — the official Acura dealer isn't the only place you can have your hybrid vehicle serviced! From the front suspension to the rear lights, your hybrid Acura RLX is in great hands with us. Our technicians are trained to perform everyday maintenance and more on your 2014 Acura RLX, including brake pad/rotor replacement, tire service and repair, cabin air filter replacement, wheel alignment, A/C service, and even windshield wiper replacement. Learn more about Firestone hybrid car care, and schedule a convenient appointment for Acura RLX maintenance.
Service the High Voltage Systems in Your 2014 Acura RLX
Every hybrid vehicle is different. Some hybrids plug-in to charge, some don't. Others have regenerative braking, but not all hybrid vehicles. And most use battery power to propel or help propel the vehicle. And did you know? Some hybrid cars come with a traditional 12-volt battery along with a high-voltage battery. With so many differences in hybrid vehicle systems, it's important that you visit someone who knows your 2014 Acura RLX from bumper to bumper. We're here for you. Your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care location is fully equipped to provide conventional and low voltage services for all hybrid vehicles, including your 2014 Acura RLX.
Select locations also provide high voltage services. A high voltage service is anything that requires removing the Acura's high voltage safety/service disconnect plug/switch, servicing any high voltage cables, the power inverter, the electric machines/motors, the high voltage battery pack, high voltage A/C compressor, etc. Call ahead of time to confirm the high voltage services at your closest location. Some of these high voltage vehicle services might include:
Hybrid vehicle diagnostic: Once we identify the symptoms, a diagnostic is the next step we take when you bring your 2014 Acura RLX in to identify the root cause. a diagnostic is performed to get to the bottom of the trouble with your 2014 Acura RLX. With more information in hand, your technician can solve your hybrid car problems or determine if any more tests need to be performed. We won't perform any repairs without your approval.
Hybrid high voltage battery cooling system inspections: Your technician will inspect the RLX's battery filter (if applicable) and clean the ducts of the battery. (This applies to air-cooled high voltage batteries. Liquid-cooled or refrigerant-cooled high voltage batteries are inspected differently.)
High voltage cable inspection: Your technician will look closely at the outside connectors and cable jackets on your Acura RLX and check to make sure no high voltage energy is transferring to the chassis. They'll let you know if the cable needs replacement.
Isolation test: During this test, the technician will use a special tool to check for any high voltage components that are "leaking" electric energy to the chassis.
Remove and replace hybrid electric battery: Is the high voltage battery inside your Acura RLX failing or weak? Let us install a new one.
Health check for power electronic systems: We'll examine the electric drive machine(s)/motor(s), power inverter, and/or regenerative braking in your 2014 Acura RLX.
This list only mentions a handful of more unique hybrid car services that your local Firestone location may offer. Please call to confirm.
2014 Acura RLX Hybrid Maintenance
You don't have to wait for weird smells, leaks, or noises to stop by for hybrid vehicle care. Taking care of your 2014 Acura RLX manufacturer suggested maintenance is an ideal way to help prevent major problems early on. Our expert technicians can tackle your RLX scheduled maintenance to help keep your vehicle running newer, longer.
We get pretty "charged up" thinking about the future of hybrid car care. You're part of our team every time you take care of your 2014 Acura RLX! Make an appointment today for trustworthy hybrid car repair and maintenance for your 2014 RLX! Many stores are open at night and on weekends for your convenience.