mirror controls Acura RLX 2014 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 52 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 125 Security System P. 128 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 130
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 133 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 149
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 159 Climate Control System P. 177Audio Error Messages P. 254 General Information on the Audio System P. 260
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 287 AcuraLink®
* P. 327
When Driving P. 342 Braking P. 384 Parking Your Vehicle P. 397
Fuel Economy P. 405 Accessories and Modifications P. 406Maintenance Under the Hood P. 416 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 428
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 437 Battery P. 446 Remote Transmitter Care P. 447
Cleaning P. 449Engine Does Not Start P. 472 Jump Starting P. 475 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 478
Fuses P. 485 Emergency Towing P. 490 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 491
Refueling P. 493Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 499 Reporting Safety Defects P. 500
Authorized Manuals P. 505 Client Service Information P. 506
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 25
Instrument Panel
P. 67
Controls
P. 113
Features
P. 187
Driving
P. 335
Maintenance
P. 407
Handling the Unexpected
P. 453
Information
P. 495
Index
P. 510

Visual Index
4Quick Reference Guide
❙Power Window Switches
(P 130)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag
(P 40)
❙Trunk Release Button
(P 125)
❙Hood Release Handle
(P 417)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
(P 487)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P 40)
❙Shift LeverAutomatic Transmission
(P 347)
❙Glove Box
(P 161)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag
(P 40)
❙Door Mirror Controls
(P 150)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch
(P 123)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P 404)
❙Electric Parking Brake Switch (P 384)❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P 488)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P 167)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P 167)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack
(P 190)
❙USB Port
(P 189)
❙Memory Buttons
(P 147)
❙SET Button
(P 147)
❙Rearview Mirror
(P 149)
❙SPORT Button
(P 351)
❙Automatic Brake Hold Button (P 387)

113
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

145
uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door
mirror button to defog the rear window and
mirrors when the power mode is in ON.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outside temperature is 32°F
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically
switch off.
1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ButtonNOTICEWhen cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to damage the heating wires and antenna
line.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires and antenna line.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.

146
uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluDriving Position Memory System
Controls
Driving Position Memory SystemYou can store two driver’s seat (except for power lumbar), steering wheel and door
mirror positions with the driving position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, or keyless
access system, the seat and door mirrors adjust automatically to one of the two
preset positions.
The steering wheel will move to the stored position when you set the power mode
to ACCESSORY.
The multi-information display shows you which remote transmitter you used to
unlock the vehicle when you enter.
•DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1.
•DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2.
1Driving Position Memory System
Using the audio/information screen or multi-
information display, you can disable the automatic
seat, steering wheel and door mirrors adjustment
function.
2Customized Features P. 102, 264
DRIVER 1 DRIVER 2

147
uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluDriving Position Memory System
Controls
1.Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the
driver’s seat, the steering wheel and the
door mirrors to the desired position.
2.Press the SET button.
uYou will hear the beep, and the memory
button indicator light will blink.
3.Press memory button
(1
or
(2
within five
seconds of pressing the SET button.
uOnce the seat, the steering wheel and
the outside mirror positions have been
memorized, the indicator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
1.Move the shift lever to
(P
.
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Press a memory button ((1
or
(2
).
uYou will hear the beep, and the indicator
light will blink.
The seat, the steering wheel and the door
mirrors will automatically move to the
memorized positions. When it has finished
moving, you will hear the beep, and the
indicator light stays on.
■
Storing a Position in Memory
1Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when:•You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.•You readjust the seat, the steering wheel or the
outside mirror position before the double-beep.•You set the power mode to any position except
ON.
SET Button Memory Button 1
Memory Button 2■
Recalling the Stored Position
1Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will stop moving if you:•Press the SET button, or a memory button (
(1 or
(2).
•Adjust the seat, the steering wheel or the door
mirror position.•Shift into any position except
(P.
Memory Buttons

149Controls
Adjusting the MirrorsInterior Rearview MirrorAdjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
When driving after dark, the automatic
dimming rearview mirror and power door
mirrors
* reduce the glare from headlights
behind you. Press the auto button to turn this
function on and off. When activated, the auto
indicator comes on.
■
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror and Power Door Mirrors
*
1Adjusting the Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
2Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 1521Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror and Power Door Mirrors
*
The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in
(R.
Sensor
Auto Button Indicator
* Not available on all models

150
uuAdjusting the MirrorsuPower Door Mirrors
Controls
Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
power mode is in ON.■Mirror position adjustment
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 mirrors
*
Press the folding button to fold in and out the
door mirrors.
If activated, either side door mirror
automatically tilts downward when you put
the shift lever in
(R
; this improves close-in
visibility on the selected side of the vehicle
when backing up. The mirror automatically
returns to its original position when you shift
out of
(R
.
To activate this feature, set the power mode
to ON and slide the selector switch to the left
or right side.
Selector
Switch
Folding Button
Adjustment
Switch
■
Reverse Tilt Door MirrorSlide the selector switch to left
or right to tilt down either side
door mirror.* Not available on all models

151
uuAdjusting the MirrorsuPower Door Mirrors
Controls
■Folding in the door mirrors
Press the lock button on the keyless access remote, or press the door lock button on
any door.
uThe mirrors start folding in automatically.■Folding out the door mirrors
Press the unlock button on the keyless access remote, or grab the door handle on
any door.
uThe mirrors start folding out automatically.
The driver’s side door mirror has outer and
inner segments.
The outer segment is slightly curved to provide
a wider angle view than a standard flat mirror.
This wider view may help you check areas that
are not visible using a standard door mirror.■
Automatic Folding Door Mirror Function
*
■
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror
1Automatic Folding Door Mirror Function
*
You can turn the automatic folding door mirror
function on and off.
2Customized Features P. 102, 2641Folding out the door mirrors
The door mirrors do not fold out automatically if they
have been folded in using the folding button.1Expanded View Driver’s Mirror
Objects visible in the outer segment of the driver’s
side door mirror appear smaller than objects in the
rest of the mirror. But in fact, they are closer than
they appear.
Do not rely on your mirrors. Always look to the side
and behind your vehicle before changing lanes.
Inner Segment
Outer Segment
* Not available on all models

Index
510Index
Index
AAAC.................................................... 225, 249
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 389
Accessories and Modifications................. 406
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 167
AcuraLink.................................................. 327
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF)............................ 81, 355
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 424
Engine Oil ................................................ 419
Washer .................................................... 427
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 419
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 158
Front Seats .............................................. 152
Head Restraints........................................ 155
Mirrors .................................................... 149
Steering Wheel ........................................ 148
Temperature .............................................. 99
Agile Handling Assist System................... 377
Aha
TM Menu.............................................. 248
AhaTM Radio.............................................. 259
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 177
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 183
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 448
Rear Temperature Control Dial................. 184
Sensors .................................................... 185Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 177
Air Pressure....................................... 438, 497
Airbags........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 44
Event Data Recorder .................................. 22
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator.............................................. 49, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio............................................ 217
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 389
Indicator.................................................... 74
Armrest..................................................... 158
Audio Remote Controls........................... 192
Audio System............................................ 188
Adjusting the Sound................................ 207
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 190
Error Messages ........................................ 254
General Information ................................ 260
HDD ........................................................ 228
Internet Radio ......................................... 246
iPod®....................................................... 238
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 225, 249
Reactivating ............................................ 191
Recommended CDs ................................. 261
Recommended Devices............................ 263
Remote Controls ..................................... 192Security Code ......................................... 191
Shortcuts ................................................ 195
Theft Protection ...................................... 191
USB Flash Drives...................................... 263
USB Port ................................................. 189
Authorized Manuals................................ 505
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................ 124
Customize ...................................... 108, 277
Automatic Brake Hold............................. 387
Indicator ........................................... 70, 387
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 69, 387
Automatic Lighting.................................. 138
Automatic Transmission.......................... 346
Creeping................................................. 346
Fluid ....................................................... 426
Kickdown ............................................... 346
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 15, 348
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 478
Shifting ................................................... 347
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 190
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 99
Average Speed......................................... 100
BBattery...................................................... 446
Charging System Indicator ................ 71, 481
Jump Starting ......................................... 475
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 446
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 447