2014 Acura RLX trailer

ContentsThis owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2Safe Driving P. 25For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 30 Airbags P. 372Instrument Panel P. 67Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 942Controls P. 113Setting the Clock P. 114 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 115
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 132
Adjusting the Seats P. 1522Features P. 187Audio System P. 188 Audio System Basic Operation P. 193
Customized Features P. 264 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 2852Driving P. 335Before Driving P. 336 Towing a Trailer P. 341
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 402 Refueling P. 4032Maintenance P. 407Before Performing Maintenance P. 408 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 411
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 434
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 448
2Handling the Unexpected P. 453Tools P. 454 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 455
Overheating P. 479 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 481
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 4922Information P. 495Specifications P. 496 Identification Numbers P. 498
Emissions Testing P. 501 Warranty Coverages P. 503

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 336
Maximum Load Limit........................ 339
Towing a Trailer
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 341
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 342
Precautions While Driving................. 345
Automatic Transmission ................... 346
Shifting ............................................ 347
SPORT Mode.................................... 351
Cruise Control
*................................ 352
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF)
*........................ 355
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
*... 364Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ....... 367
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
*.... 370
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 375
Agile Handling Assist System............ 377
Precision All Wheel Steer System ...... 377Blind Spot Information (BSI) System
*.... 378
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 380Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 382
Braking
Brake System ................................... 384
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 389
Brake Assist System.......................... 390Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM)*..................................... 391
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 397
Parking Sensor System
*................... 398
Multi-View Rear Camera.................. 402
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 403
How to Refuel ................................. 404
Fuel Economy.................................... 405
Improving Fuel Economy .................. 405
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories ...................................... 406
Modifications................................... 406
* Not available on all models

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uuBefore DrivinguMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load LimitThe maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories and all cargo.
2Specifications P. 496
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.
2Specifications P. 496
3
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example

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uuBefore DrivinguMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6)If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load
850 lbs
(385 kg)Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs
(68 kg x 2 = 136 kg)Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2
Max Load
850 lbs
(385 kg)Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs
(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg)Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)

341Driving
Towing a TrailerYour vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.Towing Your VehicleYour vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.2Emergency Towing P. 490

517Index
Tools......................................................... 454
Towing a Trailer....................................... 341
Towing Your Vehicle............................... 341
Emergency .............................................. 490
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 380
Transmission....................................... 15, 347
Automatic................................. 15, 346, 347
Fluid ....................................................... 426
Number .................................................. 498
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 349
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 72, 348
TRIP Button.......................................... 96, 98
Trip Meter.................................................. 99
Troubleshooting...................................... 453
Blown Fuse ............................. 485, 487, 488
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 20
Emergency Towing ................................. 490
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 472
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 455
Noise When Braking ................................. 20
Overheating ............................................ 479
Premium Gasoline ........................... 403, 496
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 19, 123
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 478
Warning Indicators.................................... 68
Trunk........................................................ 125
Lid .......................................................... 125
Light Bulbs .............................................. 496
Release Handle ....................................... 492Unable to Open ....................................... 492
Trunk Pass-through Cover........................ 170
Turn Signals.............................................. 136
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 77
Turn-by-Turn Directions........................... 100
UUnlocking the Doors................................ 117
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside........................................... 10, 121
USB Flash Drives........................................ 263
USB Port.................................................... 189
Using the Keyless Access System.............. 118VValet Mode............................................... 162
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................ 498
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 375
Off Button ............................................... 376
Off Indicator ...................................... 75, 376
System Indicator ................................ 75, 375
Viscosity (Oil).................................... 419, 497
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 375WWarning and Information Messages......... 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 481
Warning Labels........................................... 65Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 503
Watts......................................................... 496
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 442
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 469
Window Washers..................................... 141
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 427
Switch ..................................................... 141
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 130
Windshield
Cleaning ................................................. 452
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 183
Washer Fluid ........................................... 427
Wiper Blades ........................................... 434
Wipers and Washers................................ 141
Winter Tires.............................................. 445
Snow Tires .............................................. 445
Tire Chains .............................................. 445
Wipers and Washers................................. 141
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 434
WMA................................................. 225, 249
Worn Tires................................................ 437
XXM® Radio................................................ 222