2015 Acura RLX manual transmission

17Quick Reference Guide
Driving
(P 333)
Release Button
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
( P.
Move the shift lever without pressing
the release button. Press the release button to move the
shift lever.
Automatic Transmission
(P 345)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the
engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving. The sequential
shift mode can be used.
Paddle Shifters
(P348)
● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual
transmission (1st through 6th). This is useful for engine braking.
●D-paddle shift mode: The
transmission will shift back to
automatic mode once the
system detects that the
vehicle is cruising.
● Sequential shift mode: Holds
the selected gear, and the M
indicator comes on, when the
SPORT mode is on.
● The selected gear position is
shown in the instrument
panel.
M
Indicator
Shift
Lever
Position
Indicator
Shift Lever
Shift Down
(-
Paddle Shifter Shift Up
(
+
Paddle Shifter
Models with navigation systemModels without navigation system
Selected
Gear
Number
M Indicator
Shift
Lever
Position
Indicator
Selected
Gear
Number
SPORT
Button
* Not available on all models

72
uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:On the left: Models with navigation system
On the right: Models without navigation system
*2:Models with navigation system
*3:Models without navigation systemIndicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*1
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
●Indicates the current shift lever
position.
2 Shifting P. 345
—
—
Transmission
Indicator
●Blinks if the transmission system has
a problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden
starts and acceleration and have the
vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
M (sequential
shift mode)
Indicator/Gear
Position
Indicator
●Comes on when the manual
sequential shift mode is applied.
2 Sequential Shift Mode P. 347
—
—
*2
*3*2
*3*2
*3

326Features
AcuraLink®
*
Is a subscription-based service th at provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of important messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink server, see the Navigation System Manual.■Automatic collision notification If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted,
your vehicle automatically will attempt to
connect to the AcuraLink operator. Once
connected, information about your vehicle, its
positioning, and its condition will be sent to
the operator; you also can speak to the
operator when connected.■
In Case of Emergency
1AcuraLink ®
*
AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.
To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or
www.acura.ca (in Canada).1In Case of Emergency
Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator
if the battery level is low, the line is disconnected or you
do not have adequate cellular coverage.
You cannot use emergency services when:•You travel outside the AcuraLink service coverage
areas.•There is a problem with the connecting devices,
such as the ASSIST button, microphone, speakers,
or the unit itself.•You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.
You cannot operate other navigation- or phone-
related functions using the screens while talking to
the operator.
Only the operator can terminate the connection to
your vehicle.
1 Automatic collision notification
If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.
Audio/information screenOn Demand Multi-Use Display
TM
When connected to the AcuraLink
operator:* Not available on all models

uuBraking uBrake System
386Driving
■To release automatically
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.
Use the accelerator pedal to release the brake when you are starting the vehicle
facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.u The electric parking brake indicator goes
off.
You can release the parking brake automatically when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The engine is running.
• The shift lever is in any position other than
(P
or
(N
.
1Parking Brake
If the parking brake cannot be released
automatically, release it manually.
The parking brake cannot be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:•Malfunction indicator lamp•Transmission indicator
The parking brake may not be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:•Electric parking brake system indicator•VSA ® system indicator•ABS indicator•Supplemental restraint system indicator
Accelerator Pedal

497
Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 498
Identification NumbersVehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine
Number and Transmission Number .... 500Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 501
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 502Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 503
Warranty Coverages ........................ 505
Authorized Manuals ......................... 507
Client Service Information ............... 508

Index
512Index
Index
AAAC.................................................... 224, 248
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 390
Accessories and Modifications ................. 407
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 167
AcuraLink .................................................. 326
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ............................ 81, 353
Additives Coolant ................................................... 426
Engine Oil ................................................ 421
Washer .................................................... 429
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 421
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 158
Front Seats .............................................. 152
Head Restraints........................................ 155
Mirrors .................................................... 149
Steering Wheel ........................................ 148
Temperature .............................................. 99
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 378
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 247
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 258
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 177
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 184
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 450
Rear Temperature Control Dial................. 185
Sensors .................................................... 186 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 177
Air Pressure ....................................... 440, 499
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 44
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator.............................................. 49, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 216
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 390
Indicator.................................................... 74
Armrest ..................................................... 158
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 192
Audio System ............................................ 188
Adjusting the Sound................................ 206
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 190
Error Messages ........................................ 253
General Information ................................ 259
HDD ........................................................ 227
Internet Radio ......................................... 245
iPod ........................................................ 237
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 224, 248
Reactivating ............................................ 191
Recommended CDs ................................. 260
Recommended Devices............................ 262
Remote Controls ..................................... 192 Security Code ......................................... 191
Shortcuts ................................................ 195
Theft Protection ...................................... 191
USB Flash Drives...................................... 262
USB Port ................................................. 189
Authorized Manuals ................................ 507
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 124
Customize ...................................... 108, 276
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 388
Indicator ........................................... 70, 388
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 69, 388
Automatic Lighting .................................. 138
Automatic Transmission .......................... 344
Creeping................................................. 344
Fluid ....................................................... 428
Kickdown ............................................... 344
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 17, 346
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 480
Shifting ................................................... 345
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 190
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 99
Average Speed ......................................... 100
BBattery...................................................... 448
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 483
Jump Starting ......................................... 477
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 448
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 449

515Index
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Range ..................................................... 100
Recommendation............................ 404, 498
Refueling ................................................ 404
Fuel Economy ........................................... 406
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 18, 405
Fuses ......................................................... 487
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 491
Locations ................................ 487, 489, 490GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 406
Gauge ...................................................... 94
Information............................................. 404
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 100
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................ 404
Gauges ........................................................ 94
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 345
Glass (care) ............................................... 454
Glove Box ................................................. 161HHandling the Unexpected ....................... 455
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 286
Auto Answer .......................................... 301 Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 303
Automatic Transferring ............................ 301
Displaying Messages ................................ 321
Editing User Name ................................... 300
HFL Buttons ............................................. 286
HFL Menus .............................................. 288
HFL Status Display ................................... 287
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 287
Making a Call .......................................... 312
Options During a Call .............................. 318
Phone Setup ............................................ 292
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 307
Receiving a Call ....................................... 317
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail .............. 319
Ring Tone ................................................ 302
Roadside Assistance ................................. 325
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 320
Speed Dial ............................................... 304
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 299
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Options ................................................. 297
Use Contact Photo .................................. 302
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ................... 227
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
Head Restraints ......................................... 155
Headlight Washers ................................... 143
Headlights ................................................. 137
Aiming .................................................... 430
Automatic Operation ............................... 138
Dimming ......................................... 137, 140 Operating................................................ 137
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 171
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 172, 173, 174
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 286
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 77
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 342
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 284
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 500
Engine and Transmission ......................... 500
Vehicle Identification ............................... 500
Illumination Control Buttons ................................................... 144
Immobilizer System .................................. 128
Indicator.................................................... 77
Indicators .................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ..................................... 81, 353
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 74
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 70, 388
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 69, 388
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 83, 380
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 70
Brake System (Red) ............................ 68, 484
Charging System ............................... 71, 483
Collision Mitigation Brake System
TM
(CMBS
TM) ................................................. 83
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 78, 351
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 78, 350

519Index
Winter .................................................... 447
Tools ......................................................... 456
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 339
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 339
Emergency .............................................. 492
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 381
Transmission ....................................... 17, 345
Automatic................................. 17, 344, 345
Fluid ....................................................... 428
Number .................................................. 500
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 347
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 72, 346
TRIP Button .......................................... 96, 98
Trip Meter .................................................. 99
Troubleshooting ...................................... 455
Blown Fuse ............................. 487, 489, 490
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 21
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 22
Emergency Towing ................................. 492
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 474
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 457
Noise When Braking ................................. 22
Overheating ............................................ 481
Premium Gasoline ........................... 404, 498
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 21, 123
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 480
Warning Indicators.................................... 68
Trunk ........................................................ 125
Lid .......................................................... 125
Light Bulbs .............................................. 498 Release Handle ........................................ 494
Unable to Open ....................................... 494
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 ........................................... 12, 121
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 262
USB Port .................................................... 189
Using the Keyless Access System .............. 118VValet Mode............................................... 162
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 500
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® ).................. 376
Off Button ............................................... 377
Off Indicator ...................................... 75, 377
System Indicator ................................ 75, 376
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 421, 499
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 376WWarning and Information Messages ......... 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 483Warning Labels
........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 505
Watts ......................................................... 498
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 444
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 471
Window Washers ..................................... 141
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 429
Switch ..................................................... 141
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 130
Windshield
Cleaning ................................................. 454
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 184
Washer Fluid ........................................... 429
Wiper Blades ........................................... 436
Wipers and Washers................................ 141
Winter Tires .............................................. 447
Snow Tires .............................................. 447
Tire Chains .............................................. 447
Wipers and Washers ................................. 141
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 436
WMA ................................................. 224, 248
Worn Tires ................................................ 439