trailer Acura RLX 2017 Owner's Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 25
For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 30 Airbags P. 37
2Instrument Panel P. 67
Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 97
2Controls P. 113
Clock P. 114 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 115
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 136
Adjusting the Seats P. 156
2 Features P. 191
Audio System P. 192 Audio System Basic Operation P. 196
Customized Features P. 262 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 288
2 Driving P. 337
Before Driving P. 338 Towing a Trailer P. 343
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 426 Surround View Camera System* P. 427
2Maintenance P. 441
Before Performing Maintenance P. 442 Maintenance MinderTM P. 445
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 468
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 483
2Handling the Unexpected P. 489
Tools P. 490 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 491
Overheating P. 516 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 518
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 529
2 Information P. 531
Specifications P. 532 Identification Numbers P. 534
Emissions Testing P. 537 Warranty Coverages P. 539
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 338
Maximum Load Limit........................ 341
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 343
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 344
Precautions While Driving................. 349
Automatic Transmission ................... 350
Shifting ............................................ 351
SPORT Mode.................................... 355
Cruise Control
*................................ 356
Front Sensor Camera*...................... 359
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
*........................ 361 Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .... 375
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ....... 378
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*... 382Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*.... 386Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 393
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 395
Precision All-Wheel SteerTM (P-AWS ®)
System ........................................... 395
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System*.... 396Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 398Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ............. 400
Braking Brake System ....................................... 402
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ............... 407 Brake Assist System .............................. 408
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*.....409Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ..................................... 417
Parking Sensor System
*........................ 418
Cross Traffic Monitor*.......................... 422
Multi-View Rear Camera*..................... 426
Surround View Camera System*.......... 427
Refueling Fuel Information ................................... 437
How to Refuel ...................................... 438
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ......... 439
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO2
Emissions............................................ 439
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your vehicl e is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the
Tire and Loading Information la bel attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 532
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 532
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 527
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Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 398
Indicator ........................................... 76, 521
Tires .......................................................... 471
Air Pressure..................................... 472, 533
Chains .................................................... 479
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 471
Flat Tire (Puncture) .......................... 491, 503
Inspection ............................................... 471
Labeling .................................................. 472
Regulations ............................................. 474
Rotation.................................................. 478
Spare (Optional) .............................. 503, 533
Summer .......................................... 479, 488
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 492
Wear Indicators....................................... 476
Winter .................................................... 479
Tools ......................................................... 490
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 343
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 343
Emergency .............................................. 527
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 398
Transmission ....................................... 17, 351
Automatic................................. 17, 350, 351
Fluid ....................................................... 460
Number .................................................. 534
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 353
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 72, 352
TRIP Button ................................................ 99
Trip Meter ................................................ 100 Troubleshooting
....................................... 489
Blown Fuse .............................. 522, 524, 525
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 21
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 22
Emergency Towing .................................. 527
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 509
Flat Tire/Puncture ............................. 491, 503
Noise When Braking .................................. 22
Overheating ............................................ 516
Premium Gasoline ........................... 437, 532
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 21, 126
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 515
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 128
Lid ........................................................... 128
Light Bulbs .............................................. 532
Release Handle ........................................ 529
Unable to Open ....................................... 529
Trunk Pass-through Cover ........................ 174
Turn Signals .............................................. 140
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 77
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 101
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ..... 123, 346
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 118
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 12, 124
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 261
USB Port .................................................... 193 Using the Keyless Access System
............. 118
V
Valet Mode............................................... 166
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 534
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 393
Off Button............................................... 394
Off Indicator...................................... 75, 394
System Indicator ................................ 75, 393
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 453, 533
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 393
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 86
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 518
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 539
Watts ......................................................... 532
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 476
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 506
Window Washers ..................................... 145
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 461
Switch ..................................................... 145
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 134
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 484, 487
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 188
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