2016 Acura RLX Hybrid seats

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
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Controls
If the power mode is in ON:
Seat heater - The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
Seat ventilation - The HI setting ventilates
the seats faster than the LO setting.
Press the seat heater or the seat ventilation
button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF se tting (no indicators on)
When a comfortable temperature is reached
while using the seat heaters in HI, select MID
or LO to keep the seat warm.
■Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation*1 Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation*
Do not use the seat heater s and the seat ventilation
ev en in LO when the power system is off. Under such
conditions, the 12-volt ba ttery may be weakened,
making the power system difficult to start.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
If the power mode is in ON: The HI setting
heats the seats faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)
When a comfortable temperature is reached
while using the seat heaters in HI, select MID
or LO to keep the seat warm.
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To close, push it again until
it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.
■Rear Seat Heaters*1 Rear Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
power system is off. U nder such conditions, the 12-
volt battery may be weakened, making the power
system difficult to start.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
■Sunglasses Holder1 Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed wh ile driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 363
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 142
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 178
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 171
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk ha ve the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the
seats.
u They can interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
2Fastening a Seat Belt P. 39
•Make sure that the indicators in the ins trument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.
u Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.
2 Indicators P. 74
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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
390
Driving
The system may automatically shut off and the ACC indicator will come on under
certain conditions. Some examples of th ese conditions are listed below. Other
conditions may reduce some of the ACC functions.
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 383
■Environmental conditions
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
■Roadway conditions
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obs cured lane marking, vehicle tracks,
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).
■Vehicle conditions
• The outside of the windshie ld is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (Wrong sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, compact spare tire
*, etc.).
• The camera temperature gets too high.
• The parking brake is applied.
• When the front grille is dirty.
• When the front of the vehicle tilts up due to heavy cargo in the trunk or rear seats.
• When tire chains are installed.
■ACC with LSF Conditions and Limitations1ACC with LSF Conditions and Limitations
The radar sensor for ACC with LSF is shared with the
collision mitigation braking system
TM (CMBSTM).
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) P. 427
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system. 2 Front Sensor Camera P. 383
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any access ories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or si de pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 540
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the inst aller contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Acura components that can affect its
handling, stability, and reliability.
Overall vehicle performance can be affected. Always make sure all equipment is
properly installed and maintained, and th at it meets federal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
1 Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator .................................................... 79
A
AAC.................................................... 248, 272
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 425
Accessories and Modifications ................. 458
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 190
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 382
AcuraLink .................................................. 352
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ............................ 88, 385
Additives Coolant ........................................... 476, 478
Engine Oil ................................................ 471
Washer .................................................... 479
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 471
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 181
Front Seats .............................................. 175
Head Restraints........................................ 178
Mirrors .................................................... 172
Steering Wheel ........................................ 171
Temperature ............................................ 110
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 411
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 271
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 281 Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 203
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 500
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 208
Sensors ................................................... 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Air Pressure ....................................... 489, 553
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49
Airbag Care............................................... 57
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 50
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator.............................................. 55, 82
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ..................................................... 43
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 54
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 240
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 425
Indicator.................................................... 82
Armrest ..................................................... 181
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 215
Audio System ............................................ 212
Adjusting the Sound................................ 230
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 213 Error Messages ....................................... 277
General Information................................ 282
HDD ....................................................... 251
Internet Radio ......................................... 269
iPod ........................................................ 261
MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 248, 272
Reactivating ............................................ 214
Recommended CDs ................................ 283
Recommended Devices ........................... 285
Remote Controls ..................................... 215
Security Code ......................................... 214
Shortcuts ................................................ 218
Theft Protection ...................................... 214
USB Flash Drives...................................... 285
USB Port ................................................. 213
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 225
Authorized Manuals ................................ 561
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 145
Customize ...................................... 119, 301
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 423
Indicator ........................................... 76, 423
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ........................................... 76, 423
Automatic Lighting .................................. 160
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 213
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 110
Average Speed ......................................... 111
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Index
B
Battery12-Volt ................................................... 497
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ......................................... 79, 535
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ...................... 497
High Voltage........................................... 419
Jump Starting ......................................... 530
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 497
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 498
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ..................................... 189
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 413
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 275
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 313
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 69
Brake System ............................................ 420
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 425
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 423
Brake Assist System................................. 426
Fluid ....................................................... 479
Foot Brake .............................................. 422
Parking Brake.......................................... 420
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 77
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 74, 536
Brightness Control (Head-Up Display) .... 167Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)
.... 166
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 413
Bulb Replacement .................................... 480
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 483
Brake/Taillight s and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 483
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights .......... 484
Fog Lights ................................................ 480
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 481
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 480
Headlights ............................................... 480
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 484
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 484
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 482
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 481
Taillights .................................................. 483
Bulb Specifications ................................... 552
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 446
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 70
Cargo Area ................................................ 193
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 192
Carrying Cargo .................................. 361, 363
CD Player ................................................... 248
Center Pocket ........................................... 188
Certification Label .................................... 554
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 480
Charging System Indicator ....................... 535Child Safety
................................................. 58
Childproof Door Locks............................. 144
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 65
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 67
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 144
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 503
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 501
Client Service Information ....................... 562
Climate Control System ............................ 200
Changing the Mode ................................ 203
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 500
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 208
Sensors ................................................... 209
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Clock .......................................................... 132
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 427
Coat Hooks ............................................... 191
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 427
Compact Spare Tire (Optional) ........ 521, 553
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