2017 Acura RLX lights

TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance
Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week. Under your 4-year/50,000-mile (80,000 km) warranty, the
following benefits are available:
•

T
owing services — full cost of towing to the closest Acura dealer
•

R
oadside assistance — jump starting, fuel delivery, lockout, and flat tire
•

T
rip planning — detailed trip routing, emergency services, and more Call (800) 594-8500 (U.S.) or (800) 565-7587 (Canada)
Acura Client RelationsYour authorized Acura dealer should be able to answer any questions you have
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you
receive, you can call Acura Client Relations (see page 131).
Call (800) 382-2238 (U.S.) or (888) 922-8729 (Canada)
INTRODUCTION
This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your
2017 Acura RLX. It provides basic information and instructions on technology and
convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and how to get assistance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It covers all RLX
models except for Sport Hybrid, so you may find descriptions of features and
equipment that are not in your vehicle.
Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent features and
equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Images shown in this
guide should be considered examples and used for demonstration purposes only.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual,
Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format. This
information can be viewed on a computer (PC

or Mac platform) and sav
ed
or printed for your reference. You can also visit owners.acura.com to view the
complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request a
complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle
Warranty within the first six months of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit
owners.acura.com and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request a
copy from your Acura dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our
environment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a considerable
portion of the information typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are
further reducing our impact on the environment.
*if equipped
VISUAL INDEX

.......................................................
1
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls

.................
1
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls

..........................
2
SAFETY INFORMATION

.......................................
3
Important Safety Information

.............................3
Seat Belts

.................................................................
5
Airbags

.....................................................................
8
Child Safety

...........................................................
14
Safety Label Locations........................................ 20
Reporting Safety Defects

....................................
21
INSTRUMENT PANEL..........................................22 Malfunction Indicators

.......................................
22
Condition Indicators

...........................................
24
On/Off Indicators

................................................
25
Multi-Information Display (MID)

.....................
26
VEHICLE CONTROLS

..........................................
28
Using the Remote Transmitter

..........................
28
Keyless Access System

.......................................
29
Door Operation from Inside the Vehicle

.........
30
Power Window Operation

..................................
31
Power Moonroof Operation


.............................
32
Interior and Exterior Lights

................................
33
One-Touch Turn Signal

.......................................
34
Wiper Operation

..................................................
34
Adjusting the Seats

.............................................
36
Driving Position Memory System

.....................
39
Adjusting the Steering Wheel

...........................
39
Adjusting the Mirrors

..........................................
40
Customized Features

...........................................
41
HomeLink
® Universal Transceiver ..................... 42
Climate C
ontrol System ..................................... 43
Seat Heaters and Ventilation*
..........................45AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
..........................
46
Basic Audio Operation ........................................
46
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) .......
48
FM/AM Radio .......................................................
49
SiriusXM
® Radio ................................................... 50
C
ompact Disc (CD) or USB Flash Drive ............51
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio
...........................52
iPod
® ....................................................................... 53
Bluet ooth® Audio ................................................. 54
P
andora® ................................................................ 55
A
curaLink featuring Aha™ ................................... 56
BL
UETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK®...................... 57
Basic HFL Operation

............................................ 57
Pairing a Phone

.................................................... 59
Making a Call

........................................................ 60
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail
....................... 63
Roadside Assistance*

.......................................... 63
ACURALINK
®* ..................................................... 64
A
curaLink Messages ............................................ 64
Subscription Features
......................................... 65
NAVIGATION
....................................................... 66
Basic Navigation Operation
.............................. 66
Entering a Destination
........................................ 69
Routing

................................................................... 71

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
1 Lights/turn signals p. 32, p. 34
2 Wipers/washers p. 34
3 Cruise control*/Adaptive Cruise
Control with Low Speed Follow*
buttons p. 82, p. 83
4 Horn
5 Voice control/Bluetooth HandsF reeLink buttons p. 57
6 Audio controls p. 48
7 Instrument panel p. 22
Multi-information

display p. 26
8 Right selector wheel
TRIP button

p. 26
9 Paddle shifters p. 79
10 Brightness control p. 33
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
10 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)


Interval button*
p. 83
Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS) button*

p. 88


Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) OFF
button

p. 92
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*/


R

oad Departure Mitigation (RDM)

button*

p. 87, p. 90
Parking sensor button* p. 92
Collision Mitigation Braking System


(CMBS)

OFF button* p. 89
Headlight washer button* p. 35
14 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 77
15 Heated steering wheel* p. 44
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
12
*if equipped
11
13
127
4
8
135615
9310
111214
DRIVING ............................................................... 73
Befor e Driving ...................................................... 73
Maximum Load Limit
........................................... 74
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2 Emissions
..................................75
Remote Engine Start*
..........................................76
Starting to Drive
................................................... 77
Shifting
.................................................................. 78
Braking
................................................................... 80
Cruise Control*
.................................................... 82
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

with

Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
.................................83
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
..................86
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
.....................87
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
...............88
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)* 89
R
oad Departure Mitigation (RDM)*

................. 90
Blind Spot Information (BSI)*

............................ 91
Parking Sensor System*

..................................... 92
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) .......................... 92
Multi-
View Rear Camera*

.................................. 93
Surround View Camera*

.................................... 94
Cross Traffic Monitor*

........................................ 96
Refueling

................................................................ 97
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED .........................98
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
.......98
Shift Lever Does Not Move

............................... 98
Jump Starting

....................................................... 99
Overheating........................................................ 100
Emergency Engine Stop

..................................... 101
Emergency Towing

............................................. 101
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
.....102
Handling a Flat Tire

........................................... 104
Tire Repair Kit*

................................................... 104
Compact Spare Tire*

......................................... 105
Fuse Locations

.................................................... 108MAINTENANCE
.................................................
112
Safety Precautions .............................................
112
Maintenance Minder
™ ........................................ 113
Under the
Hood

.................................................. 115
Engine Oil

............................................................. 117
Engine Coolant

.................................................... 119
Window Washer Fluid ....................................... 120
Checking the Battery

........................................ 120
Changing Wiper Blades
..................................... 121
Tire Information

................................................. 122
Tire Labeling

....................................................... 125
DOT Tire Quality Grading
................................ 126
Testing of Readiness Codes .............................. 128
SPECIFICATIONS

............................................... 129
CLIENT INFORMATION
.................................... 130
Frequently Asked Questions/ Troubleshooting

.............................................. 130
Contact Us

........................................................... 131
EPA Contact Information
.................................. 131
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance ..132
Warranty Coverages

......................................... 132
INDEX.................................................................. 135

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AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle
safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed
decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you must
use your own good judgment.
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
1 Color information display
2 On-Demand Multi-Use Display

(ODMD)
p. 48
3 Hazard warning button
4 Climate control buttons p. 43
5 Seat heater/ventilation* p. 45
6 Moonroof switch p. 32
Map lights p. 34
AcuraLink buttons* p. 64
HomeLink buttons p. 42
7 Power window switches p. 31
Door lock switches
p. 30


Door mirr
or controls p. 40
8 Hood release handle p. 115
9 Driving Position Memory System

buttons
p. 39
10 Electric parking brak e p. 80
Shift lever p. 78
Brake hold button p. 81
SPOR

T button p. 78
Audio/phone/navigation/camera* buttons p. 48, p. 57, p. 66,
p. 94
12 Trunk release button p. 30
Fuel fill door release button p. 97
13 (inside center console)
USB port

p. 46
Auxiliary input jack

p. 46
Accessory power socket p. 46
11
*if equipped
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them.
Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also
help to keep you and your passengers safe.
Important Safety Precautions
•
Al
ways wear your seat belt.
•

Secur
e all children in the proper restraint system.
•

Be awar
e of airbag hazards.
•

Don’t drink
and drive.
•

P
ay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
•

C
ontrol your speed.
•

K
eep your vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe
to divert some attention away from driving.
Safety Messages When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close attention.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
This information is intended to help you avoid damage to
your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
69123411
781012513

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BSI* off
ACC* on LKAS* on
SPORT mode on
Automatic brake hold on
Automatic brake activated
Ca nada
U.S.
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Electric parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remains on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Low fuel
•

R
efuel as soon as possible.
•

If
the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the fuel gauge. See your
dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if necessary.
System message
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the multi-information display. Check the display for more
information.
Immobilizer
Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle
off, and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with
the system. See your dealer.
Ca nada
U.S.
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
*if equipped
VSA off
VSA engaged (blinks)
CRUISE

MAIN on
CRUISE

CONTROL
on
Turn

signals/hazards on
Exterior lights on
High beams on
FCW*/CMBS* off
CRUISEMAINCRUISE
CONTROLCRUISE
MAINCRUISE
CONTROL

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
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NAVIGATION
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch back firmly to the second
detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly to the
second detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefly.
Manual Operation
To open: Push and hold the switch back to the first detent until the desired
position is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the first detent until the desired
position is reached.
Moonroof Tilt
To tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release.
Power Moonroof Operation
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switch
on the ceiling.
Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
WARNING
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered
with snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
NOTICE
Open
Close Tilt
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Exterior Lights
Rotate the switches on the lever to operate the exterior lights. Push the lever
forward to turn on the high beams. Return the lever to its original position for
low beams.
OFF

All exterior lights ar
e off.
AUTO

Turn
on the automatic lighting

featur

e.* Headlights turn on or



off

depending on ambient brightness

when

the vehicle is on. Headlights

automaticall

y come on after the

wipers ar

e engaged for a certain

time.
Turn

on exterior lights except headlights.


Turn
on all exterior lights including headlights.
Brightness ControlAdjust instrument panel brightness when the vehicle is on.
To brighten: Press the + button.
To dim: Press the - button.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches
minimum or maximum.
Interior Lights Lights are located on the ceiling.
ON position: Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Interior lights come on
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.
OFF position: Interior lights remain off.
*if equipped
Door-activated position
OnOff
Flashing high beams
Low beams High beams
+ button
- button

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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DRIVING
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NAVIGATION
One-Touch Turn Signal
Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.
•
Lightl
y push the turn signal lever up or down for a
three-blink sequence.
•

F
or a continuous signal, push the lever up or down
until it locks into place.
*if equipped
Wiper Operation
The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on. Move the
wiper lever up or down to the desired position.
Headlight-Wiper Integration*
When the headlights are in the AUTO position,
they automatically turn on when the front
wipers operate several times within a certain
interval. The headlights turn off shortly after
the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough
ambient light.
Intermittent Wipers*When you move the lever to the
INT position, the wipers operate
based on the delay adjustment.
Adjust the wiper delay using the
adjustment ring.
Map LightsPress the map lights to turn them on or off.
Right
Left
Mist
Off
Intermittent*/automatic*
Low speed
High speed Pull for
washer.
Headlight Washers*
Canadian models
Turn the headlights on. Press the headlight washer
button to operate the washers.
The headlight washers also operate when you first
turn on the windshield wipers.
*if equipped
Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers*
When you move the lever to the
AUTO position while driving in
rainy weather, the wipers operate
based on the amount of detected
rainfall.
Adjust the sensitivity using the
adjustment ring.
Always ensure the wiper lever is in the OFF position before entering a car wash to
prevent severe damage to the windshield wiper system.
NOTICE
Adjustment ringAdjustment ring Long delay
Short delay
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the defroster
to warm the windshield, or manually clear the windshield of ice and snow before
turning on the wipers.
NOTICE
Lower sensitivity
(lower speed,
fewer sweeps)
Higher sensitivity
(higher speed,
more sweeps)
Adjustment ring
Headlight
washer
button

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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Adjusting the Mirrors
Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sitting in the
correct driving position.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror*
When driving after dark, the automatic dimming
function reduces the glare in the rearview mirror
and door mirrors* from headlights behind you.
Press the Auto button to turn this feature on or
off. The function cancels when the shift lever is in
Reverse (R).
Power Door MirrorsAdjust the power door mirrors when the vehicle is on.
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right mirror.
After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the
center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press the
switch left, right, up, or down to move the mirror.
Folding door mirror button*: Press to fold the door
mirrors in or out.
Reverse Tilt Door MirrorsEither side door mirror can tilt downward when
you shift to Reverse (R) to improve visibility on the
selected side of the vehicle when reversing.
When in Reverse, slide the selector switch to the
left or right side. The selected door mirror tilts
down.
The mirror returns to its original position when you
shift out of Reverse.
*if equipped
Customized Features
You can easily customize many features of your vehicle. The customized settings
are recalled every time you unlock the driver’s door with the remote (Driver 1 or
Driver 2). Settings are unique to each remote.
How to Change a Setting
The vehicle must be in Park (P) to select Vehicle Settings. Use the interface dial to
make and enter selections.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select an
option (System, Vehicle, Camera, Audio, Phone, Info, and Navi).
3.

Select a setting
option, and make your preferred changes.
4.

Pr
ess BACK to exit out of the menus.
Setting the Clock
Use the interface dial to adjust the time in the clock display.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select S
ystem Settings
3.

Select
Clock Adjustment.
4.

R
otate the interface dial to change the hour
value. Press the interface dial to select minutes,
and rotate to change the value. Press the
interface dial to exit the screen.
5.

Pr
ess BACK to exit out of the menus.
Adjustment
switchSelector
switch
Folding button*
Auto button
SETTINGS button
Hour
Clock/Wallpaper Type
System settings
Clock display

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Taking a Detour
You can calculate a detour route manually if you encounter a road closure or
other obstacle. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

When en r
oute, press MENU.
2.

Select Detour
. The system attempts to calculate
a new route by avoiding the next 5 miles (8 km)
while on a freeway or 1 mile (1 km) while on a
surface street.
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™*
View traffic flow, incidents, and construction in major metro areas. You can
also route around congestion or incidents using voice commands. Press the Talk
button before saying each command. Available in the U.S. only.
1.

When en r

oute, say “Display traffic on my route.”
A list of incidents on your route appears.
2.

Say the

number of the incident you want to
avoid.
3.

Say

“Avoid” and the incident list returns.
4.

Say

“Reroute” to set the new route.
*Requires AcuraLink subscription.
Canceling Your Route You can cancel your route at any time. Press the Talk button and say “Cancel
route.” You can also use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

When en r
oute, press MENU.
2.

Select
Cancel Route. The route is cleared and the
map screen returns.
Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around
the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
NOTICE
Interior Checks
•
Stor
e or secure all items on board properly.
•

Do not pile items higher
than the seat height.
•

Do not place an
ything in the front seat footwells. Secure the floor mats.
•

If
you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
•

Secur
ely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
•

A
djust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
•

Mak
e sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under
the seats.
•

Ev
eryone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start
the vehicle, and go off soon after. In addition:
•

During
the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration
or full throttle operation so as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
•

A
void hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
when the brake pads are replaced.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
•
Mak
e sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
•

R
emove any frost, snow, or ice.
•

Mak
e sure the hood is securely closed.
•

Heat
from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left under
the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover flammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
•

Mak
e sure the tires are in good condition.
•

Mak
e sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.