Acura RLX 2017 Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: ACURA, Model Year: 2017, Model line: RLX, Model: Acura RLX 2017Pages: 557, PDF Size: 37.97 MB
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uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uEmergency Trunk Opener
Controls
Emergency Trunk Opener
The trunk release lever allows you to open the 
trunk from inside for your safety.
Pull the release lever in the direction of the 
arrow.1Emergency Trunk Opener
Parents should deci de if their children should be 
shown how to use this feature.
Lever
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from 
starting the engine. Each key  contains electronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit  strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP  button.
• Make sure the key is not covered  by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system with the keyless 
access remote.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when  the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly 
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key, 
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door  is opened with the key, then the shift 
lever is moved out of 
( P or the hood is opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter or keyless access system. The 
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the keyless access re mote in the vehicle can 
result in theft or accident al movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the 
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or  add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two 
minutes until the security system deactivates.
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm  automatically sets when the following conditions have 
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked from ou tside with the key, remote transmitter or keyless 
access system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the in strument panel blinks. When the blinking 
interval changes after about 15 sec onds, the security system is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when th e vehicle is unlocked using the remote 
transmitter, or you grab either front door
* or any door* handle while carrying the 
keyless access remote, or the  power mode is set to ON. The security system indicator 
goes off at the same time.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window  is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with the trunk release button on 
the driver’s door or the emergency trunk opener.
•Moving the shift lever out of ( P.•Opening the hood with the hood release.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off 
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the  remote transmitter or 
keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter th is system or add another 
device to it.
* Not available on all models
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■The panic button  on the remote 
transmitter
If you press the panic button for 
approximately one second, the following will 
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmi tter, or set the power mode to ON.
■Panic Mode
Panic 
Button
Panic 
Button
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Controls
Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON, 
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s  side switches can be used to open and 
close all of the windows.
The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not 
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than 
the driver’s seat.
When the power window lock button is push ed in, you can only operate the driver’s 
window. Turn the power window lock button  on when children are in the vehicle.
■Automatic operation
To open:  Push the switch down firmly.
To close:  Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or cl oses completely. To 
stop the window at any time, push or pull the 
switch briefly.
■Manual operation
To open:  Push the switch  down lightly, and 
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close:  Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it 
until the desired position is reached.
■Opening/Closing the Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1 Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be  operated for up to 10 
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE 
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses  resistance when closing 
automatically, it stops clos ing and reverse direction.
The driver’s window auto re verse function is disabled 
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function  stops sensing when the 
window is almost closed to en sure that it fully closes.
3WARNING
Closing a power window on someone’s 
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from 
the windows before closing them.
ON
OFF
Power Window 
Lock Button
Indicator
Driver’s 
Window 
Switch
Front Passenger’s 
Window Switch
Rear Passenger’s 
Window Switches
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uuOpening and Closing the Windows uOpening/Closing the Power Windows
Controls
To open:  Press the unlock button twice 
within 10 seconds and hold it down the 
second time. If the windows stop midway, 
repeat the procedure.
To open:  Unlock the driver’s door with the 
key. Within 10 seconds  of returning the key to 
the central position, turn the key in the unlock 
direction and hold it there.
To close:  Lock the driver’s door with the key. 
Within 10 seconds of re turning the key to the 
central position, turn  the key in the lock 
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows/
moonroof at the desired position. If you want 
further adjustment, repeat the same 
operation.
■Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote
Unlock 
Button
■Opening/Closing the Windows/Moonroof with the Key
Close
Open
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Controls
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
You can only operate the moonroof when the power mode is in ON. Use the switch 
in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.
■Automatic operation
To open:  Pull the switch back firmly.
To close:  Push the switch forward firmly.
The moonroof will automa tically open or close 
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway, 
touch the switch briefly.
■Manual operation
To open:  Pull the switch back lightly, and 
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close:  Push the switch fo rward lightly, and 
hold it until the desired position is reached.
■Tilting the moonroof up
To tilt:  Push on the center of the moonroof 
switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then 
release.
■Opening/Closing the Moonroof1 Opening/Closing the Moonroof
NOTICE
Opening the moonroof in below freezing 
temperature or when it is  covered with snow or ice 
can damage the moonr oof panel or motor.
The power moonroof can be operated for up to 10 
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE 
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse 
function causes the moonroof to change directions, 
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the 
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully 
closes. Make sure that al l objects, including fingers, 
are clear of the moonroof.
3WARNING
Opening or closing the moonroof on 
someone’s hands or fingers can cause 
serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of 
the moonroof before opening or closing it.
Close
Open
Tilt
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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button
■Changing the Power Mode1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the keyless access 
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the keyless access remote 
is close to the door or window,  even if it is outside the 
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is of f, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper 
sounds and the  To Start, Hold Remote Near Start 
Button message appears on  the multi-information 
display. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is 
Weak P. 510
Operating RangeVEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is  off. The power to all 
electrical components is turned off.
Press the button withou t the shift lever in 
(P.
Shift to 
( P then press the button.
Press the button.
Without depressing 
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on. Indicator in the 
button blinks (from ON to ACCESSORY). Operate 
the audio system and other accessories in this 
position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on. All electrical 
components can be used.
Indicator
Shift to (
P.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the shift lever in (P and the power 
mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automati cally goes into the mode similar to 
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the battery drain.
When in this mode, you cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote transmitter or 
the keyless access system.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP  button to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
If you open the driver’s doo r when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning 
buzzer sounds.
■Automatic Power Off
■Power Mode Reminder
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
Warning buzzers may sound from inside or/
and outside the vehicle to remind you that the 
keyless access remote is out of the vehicle. If 
the buzzer continues even after the remote is 
put back inside, place it to be within its 
operational range.
■When the power mode is in ON
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the 
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, 
warning buzzers sound from both inside and 
outside the vehicle. A warning message on 
the multi-information display notifies the 
driver inside that the remote is out.
■When the power mode is in 
ACCESSORY
If the keyless access remote is taken out of the 
vehicle, and the driver’s door is closed, a 
warning buzzer sounds from outside the 
vehicle.
■Keyless Access Remote Reminder1 Keyless Access Remote Reminder
When the keyless access remote is within the 
system’s operational range,  and the driver’s door is 
closed, the warni ng function cancels.
If the keyless access remote is  taken out of the vehicle 
after the engine has been started, you can no longer 
change the  ENGINE START/STOP  button mode or 
restart the engine. Always make sure if the remote is 
in your vehicle when you operate the  ENGINE 
START/STOP button.
Removing the keyless access remote from the vehicle 
through a window does not  activate the warning 
buzzer.
Do not put the keyless access remote on the 
dashboard or in the glove box. It may cause the 
warning buzzer to go of f. Under some other 
conditions that can prevent  the vehicle from locating 
the remote, the warning buzzer may also go off even 
if the remote is within the system’s operational 
range.
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