2014 Acura RLX ESP

193Features
Audio System Basic OperationTo use the audio system function, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.
Use the interface dial or MENU button to
access some audio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display for some functions.
Interface dial: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection. Move right, left, up or down to
select secondary menu.
MENU button: Press to select any mode. The
available mode includes Change Source,
Station List, Save Preset, Radio Text,
Music Search, and play modes. Play modes
can be also selected from Scan, Random/
Repeat, and so on.
BACK button: Press to go back to the
previous display.
button: Press to change the audio/
information screen brightness.
Press once and make an adjustment.
uEach time you press , the mode
switches between the daytime mode,
nighttime mode and off mode.
1Audio System Basic Operation
Voice Control System
The navigation
*/audio system is voice operable.
2Voice Control Operation P. 209
These indications are used to show how to operate
the interface dial.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Move , , or to select secondary menu.
Audio Menu Items
2Station List P. 219
2Save Preset P. 218, 224
2Radio Text P. 220
2Music Search P. 226, 230, 240, 250
2Scan P. 227, 231, 251
2Random/Repeat P. 227, 231, 241, 251
When you unlock the doors with your remote, the
driver’s ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and the
audio system settings and preset memory are turned
to the respective mode automatically when you set
the power mode to ON.
Interface Dial
MENU Button
BACK Button
Button
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuAudio/Information Screen
Continued
Features
Audio/Information ScreenDisplays the audio status and wallpaper. From this screen, you can go to various
setup options.
Press the NAV
*, PHONE, INFO and AUDIO buttons to go to the corresponding
display.
■
Switching the Display
Audio Info Navigation
*
Phone
AUDIO Button
NAV Button
*
PHONE Button
INFO ButtonModels without navigation systemPHONE
ButtonINFO
ButtonAUDIO
Button
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation
Features
■HDD commands
•Hard Disc Drive play
•Hard Disc Drive play track # (#: 1 to 30)
•Hard Disc Drive skip forward
•Hard Disc Drive skip back
•Hard Disc Drive album up
*2
•Hard Disc Drive album down
*2
•Hard Disc Drive track up
•Hard Disc Drive track down
•Hard Disc Drive playlist up
*2
•Hard Disc Drive playlist down
*2
•Hard Disc Drive track random
*1
•Hard Disc Drive track repeat
*1
•Hard Disc Drive track scan
*1
•Hard Disc Drive normal play
•What am I listening to?
•Who am I listening to?
•Who is this?
•What’s playing?
•Who’s playing?
•What album is this?
*1: These commands toggle the function
on and off, so the command may not match
your intended action.
*2: These commands are available only in
the corresponding playback mode.
For example, “Artist” commands are
available only in “Artist” mode.
■Radio commands
•Audio on
*1
•Audio off
*1
•Radio on
*1
•Radio off
*1
•Radio select FM
•Radio select AM
•Radio tune to # FM
(#: frequency from 87.7 to 107.9)
•Radio tune to # AM
(#: frequency from 530 [five thirty] to
1710 [seventeen ten])
•Radio seek up
•Radio seek down
•Radio next station
•Radio preset # (#: 1 to 12)
•Radio FM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
•Radio AM preset # (#: 1 to 6)
•Radio scan
*1
•Radio select XM
•XM channel #
(#: 0 to 255 [two fifty five])
•XM channel down
•XM category up
•XM category down
•XM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
•XM scan
*1
•XM category mode
•XM channel mode*1: These commands toggle the function
on and off, so the command may not match
your intended action.
NOTE:
Radio volume levels cannot be controlled
using voice control.
■Disc commands
•Disc play
•Disc play track # (#: 1 to 30)
•Disc skip forward
•Disc skip back
•Disc track random
*1
•Disc track repeat
*1
•Disc track scan
*1
•Disc folder up
•Disc folder down
•Disc folder random
*1
•Disc folder repeat
*1
•Disc folder scan
*1
•Disc normal play
*1: These commands toggle the function
on and off, so the command may not match
your intended action.

uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uUsing HFL
288Features
The audio/information screen notifies you when there is an incoming call.
Certain manual functions are disabled or
inoperable while the vehicle is in motion.
You cannot select a grayed-out option until
the vehicle is stopped.
Only previously stored speed dial entries with
voice tags, phonebook names, or numbers
can be called using voice commands while the
vehicle is in motion.
2Speed Dial P. 305
■
HFL Status Display
1Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any
use of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
HFL Limitations
An incoming call on HFL will interrupt the audio
system when it is playing. It will resume when the call
is ended.1HFL Status Display
The information that appears on the audio/
information screen varies between phone models.
You can change the system language to English,
French, or Spanish.
2Customized Features P. 264
■
Limitations for Manual OperationBluetooth® IndicatorComes on when your
phone is connected to HFL.
Signal Strength HFL ModeBattery Level
Status
Roam Status
Caller’s Name
Caller’s Number
Disabled Option

uuWhen DrivinguAutomatic Transmission
346Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.Automatic TransmissionThe engine runs at a higher idle speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especially on slippery roads and curves.■
Other Precautions
■
Creeping
■
Kickdown
1Precautions While Driving
Do not put the shift lever in
(N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acceleration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.

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uuWhen DrivinguForward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
Driving
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
Alerts you when it detects the possibility of your vehicle colliding with the vehicle in
front of yours.
If the system determines a collision is possible, it gives both visual and audible alerts.
uTake appropriate action to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes,
etc.).■How the system works
The system may give warnings of potential collisions when your vehicle speed is
above 10 mph (15 km/h).
1Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
Important Safety Reminder
FCW cannot detect all objects ahead and may not
detect a given object; accuracy of the system will vary
based on weather, speed and other factors. FCW
does not include a braking function. It is always your
responsibility to safely operate the vehicle and avoid
collisions.
You can change the Forward Collision Warning
Distance setting or turn the system on and off.
2Customized Features P. 102, 264
For the FCW system to work properly:
The camera is shared with Lane Departure Warning
(LDW).
2LDW Camera P. 368
LONG
NORMAL
SHORT
Your Vehicle Vehicle Ahead You can set Long, Normal or Short for when warnings start:
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uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)
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Driving
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)Alerts you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle unintentionally
crossing over detected lane markings.
If your vehicle is getting too close to detected
left or right side lane markings without a turn
signal activated, LDW will give audible and
visual alerts.
The beeper sounds and the Lane Departure
message appears on the multi-information
display, letting you know that you need to
take appropriate action.
The system begins to search for lane markings when all the following conditions are met:
•The vehicle is traveling between at 40-90 mph (64-145 km/h).
•The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
•The turn signals are off.
•The brake pedal is not depressed.■
How the System Works
1Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Important Safety Reminder
Like all assistance systems, LDW has limitations.
Over-reliance on LDW may result in a collision. It is
always your responsibility to keep the vehicle within
your driving lane.
LDW only alerts you when lane drift is detected
without a turn signal in use. LDW may not detect all
lane markings or lane departures; accuracy will vary
based on weather, speed and lane marker condition.
It is always your responsibility to safely operate the
vehicle and avoid collisions.
Models with
navigation
system
Models without
navigation
system
■
How the System Activates
1How the System Activates
LDW may automatically shut off and the LDW
indicator comes and stays on.
2Indicators P. 80

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uuWhen DrivinguVehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), SystemVSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA® activates, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the accelerator.
You may also notice some noise from the
hydraulic system. You will also see the
indicator blink.■
VSA® Operation
1Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
The VSA® may not function properly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
When the VSA® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there may be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
VSA® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and always leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
VSA® System
Indicator