2014 Acura RLX climate control

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uuClimate Control SystemuUsing Automatic Climate Control
Controls
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
Press the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows
1.Press the button.
2.Select the recirculation mode.
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and fresh air modes P. 182
■
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.

uuClimate Control SystemuUsing Automatic Climate Control
184Controls
You can set the rear passenger compartment
temperature different than the driver’s, using
the rear temperature control dial.
■
Rear Temperature Control Dial
1Rear Temperature Control Dial
The rear temperature can be adjusted when the
climate control system is on.
Dial up to raise
the temperature.
Dial down to lower
the temperature.
Rear
Temperature
Control Dial
Position of driver’s
temperature

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uuClimate Control SystemuAutomatic Climate Control Sensors
Controls
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.
Sensor
Sensor

uuAudio System Basic OperationuOn Demand Multi-Use Display
TM
200Features
■Climate
You can store two sets of your preferred temperature, fan speed, and vent mode
settings to the climate control system.
To store a set of the climate control settings:
1.Select Shortcuts.
2.Adjust the climate control system to your
preference.
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3.Select Climate.
4.Select Edit.
5.Select Add.
6.Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to
store your settings to.
To recall one of the settings:
1.Select Shortcuts.
2.Select Climate.
3.Select Preset 1 or Preset 2.
To delete a preset:
1.Select Shortcuts.
2.Select Climate.
3.Select Edit.
4.Select Delete.
5.Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to
delete.
1Climate
You can also store a set by pressing and holding the
preset number you want to store that setting after
step 3.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuVoice Control Operation
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Features
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
•Climate control automatic
*1
•Climate control off
*1
•Air conditioner on
*1
•Air conditioner off
*1
•Climate control defrost on
*1
•Climate control defrost off
*1
•Rear defrost on
*1
•Rear defrost off
*1
•Climate control fresh air
•Climate control recirculate
•Climate control vent
•Climate control bi-level
•Climate control floor
•Climate control floor and defrost
•Fan speed up
•Fan speed down
•Fan speed # (#: 1 to 7)
•Temperature # degrees (#: 57 to 87°F, 15
to 29°C)
•Driver temperature # degrees (#: 57 to
87°F, 15 to 29°C)
•Passenger temperature # degrees (#: 57
to 87°F, 15 to 29°C)
•Temperature up
•Temperature down■
Climate Control Commands
•Driver temperature up
•Driver temperature down
•Passenger temperature up
•Passenger temperature down
•Temperature max heat
•Temperature max cool
•Driver temperature max heat
•Driver temperature max cool
•Passenger temperature max heat
•Passenger temperature max cool
•Climate control sync on
*1
•Climate control sync off
*1
*1: These commands toggle the function
on and off, so the command may not match
your intended action.
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.■Using Song By Voice
TM
Song By Voice
TM is a feature that allows you
to select music from your Hard Disc Drive or
iPod® device using your voice.
To activate this mode, you must press the
(Talk) button on the Voice Portal screen
and say: “Music search.”
■
Audio Commands
■Song By Voice
TM commands
•Music search
•List album (specify album)
•List artist (specify artist)
•List composer (specify composer)
•List genre (specify genre)
•List playlist (specify playlist)
•Play album (specify album)
•Play artist (specify artist)
•Play composer (specify composer)
•Play genre (specify genre)
•Play playlist (specify playlist)
•Play song (specify song)
•What am I listening to?
•Who am I listening to?
•Who is this?
•What’s playing?
•Who’s playing?
•What album is this?

342Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
uThe electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
up the electric parking brake switch.
2.Check that the shift lever is in
(P
, then
depress the brake pedal.
uAlthough it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N
, it is safer to start it in
(P
.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell
exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
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Electric Parking
Brake SwitchBrake Pedal

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uuWhen DrivinguForward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
Driving
■Automatic shutoff
FCW may automatically shut itself off and the FCW indicator comes and stays on when:
•The temperature inside the system is high.
•The windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
Once the conditions that caused FCW to shut off improve or are addressed (e.g.,
cleaning), the system comes back on.
1Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the
windshield that could obstruct the FCW camera’s
field of vision.
Scratches, nicks, and other damage to the windshield
within the FCW camera’s field of vision can cause the
system to operate abnormally. If this occurs, we
recommend that you replace the windshield with a
genuine Acura replacement windshield. Making even
minor repairs within the camera’s field of vision or
installing an aftermarket replacement windshield
may also cause the system to operate abnormally.
After replacing the windshield, have a dealer
recalibrate the camera. Proper calibration of the FCW
camera is necessary for the system to operate
properly.
BeepThe camera is located
behind the rearview mirror.
The beeper sounds and the BRAKE message
appears in the multi-information display until
a possible collision is avoided.
Models with
navigation system
Models without
navigation system
1Automatic shutoff
To help reduce the likelihood that high interior
temperatures will cause the camera system to shut off,
when parking, find a shady area or face the front of the
vehicle away from the sun. Also, do not use a reflective
sun shade that can concentrate heat on the camera.
If the Can Not Operate: Camera Too Hot/CAN
NOT OPERATE message appears:•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, the defroster mode when
windows are fogged.•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cools down the area around
the FCW camera.
* Not available on all models

uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)
368Driving
The camera is located behind the rearview
mirror.
Press the LDW button to turn the system on
and off.
uThe indicator in the button comes on
when the system is on.
■
LDW Camera
1LDW Camera
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the
windshield that could obstruct the LDW camera’s
field of vision.
Scratches, nicks, and other damage to the windshield
within the LDW camera’s field of vision can cause the
system to operate abnormally. If this occurs, we
recommend that you replace the windshield with a
genuine Acura replacement windshield. Making even
minor repairs within the camera’s field of vision or
installing an aftermarket replacement windshield
may also cause the system to operate abnormally.
After replacing the windshield, have a dealer
recalibrate the camera. Proper calibration of the LDW
camera is necessary for the system to operate properly.
Do not place an object on the top of the instrument
panel. It may reflect onto the windshield and prevent
the system from detecting lane lines properly.
To help reduce the likelihood that high interior
temperatures will cause the camera system to shut off,
when parking, find a shady area or face the front of the
vehicle away from the sun. Also, do not use a reflective
sun shade that can concentrate heat on the camera.
If the Can Not Operate: Camera Too Hot/CAN
NOT OPERATE message appears:•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, the defroster mode when
windows are fogged.•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cools down the area around
the LDW camera.
LDW Camera■
LDW On and Off
LDW Button Indicator