2014 Acura RLX fog light

2Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference GuideVisual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments
(P 148)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button
(P 133)
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
(P 376)
❙Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Button
(P 368)
❙Parking Sensor System Button
* (P 399)
❙Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM) OFF Button
* (P 395)
❙Navigation System
*
() See the Navigation System Manual❙Audio/Information Screen
(P 203)
❙Hazard Warning Button❙On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM
(P 194)❙Audio System
(P 188)
❙System Indicators
(P 68)
❙Gauges
(P 94)
❙Multi-Information Display (P 95)
❙Climate Control System
(P 177)
❙Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror Button
(P 145)
❙Front Seat Heater Buttons
* (P 172)
❙Headlight Washer Button
* (P 143)
❙Front Seat Heater and Seat
Ventilation Buttons
* (P 173)

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 114
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 115
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength ......................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 117
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 121
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 123
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 124
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 125
Security System................................ 128
Immobilizer System .......................... 128Security System Alarm...................... 128
Opening and Closing the Windows.... 130Opening and Closing the Moonroof
....... 132
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 133
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 137
Daytime Running Lights ................... 140
Wipers and Washers ........................ 141
Brightness Control ........................... 144
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...145
Driving Position Memory System ...... 146
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 148Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 149
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 149
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 150
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 152
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 152
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items................................................ 159
Interior Lights .................................. 159
Interior Convenience Items .............. 161
Climate Control System................... 177
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 177
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......185

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
138Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
When the light switch is in AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
You can change the auto light sensitivity
setting.2Customized Features P. 102, 264
■
Automatic Lighting Control
1Automatic Lighting Control
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
Light Sensor
Models with automatic intermittent wipersLight SensorModels without automatic intermittent wipers

uuClimate Control SystemuUsing Automatic Climate Control
182Controls
■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
1.Select , or currently
shown.
2.Switch the mode depending on
environmental conditions to the following:
(Recirculation Mode): Recirculates air
from the vehicle’s interior through the system.
(Auto Mode): Automatically switch
between the recirculation and fresh air modes
most suitable to environmental conditions. If
the ambient temperature is low, the mode
may not change to recirculation to keep the
windows from fogging up.
(Fresh Air Mode): Maintains outside
ventilation. Keep the system in fresh air mode
in normal situations.
1Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
While the climate control system is in AUTO, is
highlighted.

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.
2Immobilizer System P. 128
Electric Parking
Brake SwitchBrake Pedal

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uuWhen DrivinguForward Collision Warning (FCW)
*
Driving
FCW may not activate or may not detect a vehicle in front of your vehicle, and may
activate even when you are aware of a vehicle ahead of you, or when there is no
vehicle ahead, under the following conditions.■
FCW Limitations
Condition
●The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too short.●A vehicle cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes suddenly.●A vehicle suddenly crosses in front of you.●When either your vehicle or the vehicle ahead of you accelerates rapidly.●The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, a small vehicle, or a unique vehicle such as a tractor.●When you drive off-road or on a mountain road, or curved and winding road for an extended period that makes it difficult for the sensor/camera to
properly detect a vehicle in front of you.●When there are pedestrians or animals in front of your vehicle.●When you drive in bad weather (rain, fog, etc.).●A heavy load in the rear or modifications to the suspension tilts your vehicle.●An abnormal tire condition is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.).●When the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.●When the temperature inside the system is high.●A sudden change between light and dark such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.●You drive into the sunlight (e.g. at dawn or dusk).●When the windshield is dirty or cloudy.●When streetlights are perceived as the taillight of a vehicle in front of yours.●When driving at night, the vehicle ahead of you is running with either taillight bulb burned out.●When you drive in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Departure Warning (LDW)
Driving
LDW may not activate or may not recognize lanes, and may activate even when
keeping in the middle of a lane, under the following conditions.■
LDW Limitations
Condition
●When you drive in bad weather (rain, fog, etc.).●A heavy load in the rear or modifications to the suspension tilts your vehicle.●An abnormal tire condition is detected (wrong tire size, flat tire, etc.).●When the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.●When the temperature inside the system is high.●A sudden change between light and dark such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.●You drive into the sunlight (e.g. at dawn or dusk).●When the windshield is dirty or cloudy.●When you drive in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.●When you drive on a wet road surface following another vehicle.uThe camera may perceive the tire tracks in the water as lane lines.
●When there is snow or wheel tracks on the side of the road.●When the road has many repaired area or an erased lane line.●When the vehicle is running over painted signs or crosswalk markings.●When you drive in a lane with worn-out lane markings.

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uuWhen DrivinguLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
*
Driving
The system can be used when the following conditions are met.
•The lane you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and your
vehicle is in the center of the lane.
•The vehicle speed is between 45 – 90 mph (72 – 145 km/h).
•You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
•The turn signals are off.
•The brake pedal is not depressed.
•The wipers are not in continuous operation.■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
uThe LKAS is on in the multi-information
display.
The system is ready to use.
2.Press the LKAS button.
uLane outlines appear on the multi-
information display.
The system is activated.■
When the System can be Used
1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
*
•Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane
markings.•The windshield is dirty.•Where the roadway has crossing or other lines
(e.g., such as at an intersection).
1LKAS camera
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the
windshield that could obstruct the LKAS camera’s
field of vision.
Scratches, nicks, and other damage to the windshield
within the LKAS 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 LKAS
camera is necessary for the system to operate properly.
If the Can Not Operate: Camera Too Hot 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 LKAS camera.
1When the System can be Used
If the vehicle drifts toward either left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
* Not available on all models