Acura RLX 2017 Quick Guide
Manufacturer: ACURA, Model Year: 2017, Model line: RLX, Model: Acura RLX 2017Pages: 73, PDF Size: 7.37 MB
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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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Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety.
Adjusting the Front Seats
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible
while allowing you to maintain full control of
the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright and
well back in the seat, adequately press the pedals
without leaning forward, and grip the steering
wheel comfortably. The passenger’s seat should
be adjusted so that it is as far back from the front
airbag in the dashboard as possible.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada
recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of
the steering wheel and the chest.
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining
control of the vehicle.
WARNING
Allow sufficient
space. Move
back.
Horizontal position
adjustment
Height adjustment Lumbar
support
adjustment
Seat-back
angle
adjustment
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
WARNING
*if equipped
Adjusting the
Head Restraints
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. Head
restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other rear-
impact crash injuries.
The center of the back of the occupant’s head
should rest against the center of the restraint. The
tops of the occupant’s ears should be level with the
center height of the restraint.
To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward.
To lower the head restraint: Push it down while
pressing the release button.
To remove the head restraint: Pull the restraint
up as far as it will go. Then push the release button,
and pull the restraint up and out.
To reinstall a head restraint: Insert the legs
back in place, then adjust the head restraint to
an appropriate height while pressing the release
button. Pull up on the restraint to make sure it is
locked in position. Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a
crash.
Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor.
WARNING
Rear center seat
Front or rear outer seat
For a head restraint system to work properly:
•
Do not hang an
y items on the head restraints or from the restraint legs.
•
Do not place an
y object between an occupant and the seat-back.
•
Install each r
estraint in its proper location.
Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and
increases the likelihood of serious injury in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before driving.
WARNING
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Failure to reinstall, or correctly reinstall, the head restraints can result in
severe injury during a crash.
Always replace the head restraints before driving.
WARNING
Floor Mats
Position the front and rear seat floor mats properly,
and anchor them. If they are not properly positioned,
the floor mats can interfere with the front seat
functions.
Do not put additional floor mats on top
of the anchored mats.
Unlock
Lock
Driving Position Memory System
You can store two driver’s seat, steering wheel, and door mirror positions into
memory when the vehicle is on. When you unlock and open the driver’s door, the
items adjust automatically to one of the two preset positions.
1.
A
djust the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors to your
preferred positions.
2.
Pr
ess SET.
3.
Pr
ess and hold memory button 1 or 2. You will hear
two beeps when the memory is set. An indicator
appears in the currently selected memory button.
Press one of the memory buttons to recall previously stored positions.
Lumbar positions cannot be stored.
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
Push and hold the adjustment switch to move the
steering wheel in, out, up, or down.
Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose
control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.
WARNING
Memory buttons
SET button
Adjustment switch
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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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HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Program your vehicle to operate up to three remote-controlled devices around your
home—such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems—using the buttons
on the ceiling.
Training a Button
Park near the system you want to program, and follow the instructions in the
flowchart below.
To retrain a button or erase codes, see the Owner’s Manual on the Owner
Information CD or at owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.myacura.ca (Canada). If
you need help, call HomeLink at (800) 355-3515 or visit www.homelink.com.
Pr ess and hold the button on the r emote
and the HomeLink button at the same
time. Then, while continuing to hold the
HomeLink button, press and r elease the
button on the remote every 2 seconds .
Does the LED blink at a faster ra te within 20 seconds ?
Press and hold the
HomeLink button
again. Training
complete
YES
NO
HomeLink indicator
ashes for 2 seconds,
then remains on. HomeLink LED
r
emains on.YES
NO
YES
NO
1
Pr ess and hold the desired HomeLink
button and the button on the remote
transmitter.
Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) blink at a f aster
rate after about 10 seconds ?
2
aThe remote has a ro lling code. Press
the “learn” button on the
remote-controlled device (e.g., garage
door opener).
Press the programmed HomeLink
button again; the re mote-controlled
device should operate. Training done. Within 30 seconds, press and hold the
programmed HomeLink button for 2
seconds.a
Press and hold the programmed
HomeLink button for about a second.
Does the devic e (garage door opener) work ?
3
b
4
5
Position the remote transmitter you
wish to link 1-3 inches (3-8 cm) from
the HomeLink button you want to
program.
Indicator HomeLink buttons
Climate Control System
Set your preferred interior temperature by selecting the proper mix of heated
or cooled air and fan speed. Use the On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) or
buttons to operate the system.
Recirculation/
fresh air mode
Driver’s side
temperature
control
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD)
When you select a climate control icon, a new screen appears where you can
make adjustments or change settings.
Driver’s side
vent mode
A/C: Turn the air
conditioning on or off.
SYNC: Set the passenger’s
side temperature to the
same as the driver’s side. Fan
speed
Passenger’s side
temperature
control Shortcuts
(Climate tab):
Store or select
two climate
control settings.
Windshield
defroster
button
Driver’s side
temperature
switch
Climate control buttons
ON/OFF
buttonAUTO button: Press, then
adjust the temperature to
your preferred setting.
Rear window
defogger/heated
mirror buttonPassenger’s side
temperature
switch
Passenger’s side
vent mode
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*if equipped
Rear Temperature Control Dial
Adjust the rear temperature control dial to set the
rear passenger temperature differently than the
front passengers.
Heated Steering Wheel*Heat the steering wheel to a comfortable
temperature when the vehicle is on.
Press the heated steering wheel button. Press the
button again to turn it off.
Power Rear Sunshade*Press the button on the ceiling to raise or lower
the sunshade when the vehicle is on. There is also a
button on the back of the center console.
Opening or closing the sunshade on someone’s hands or fingers can cause
serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the sunshade before opening or
closing it.
WARNING
Seat Heaters and Ventilation*
Quickly warm or cool the seats when the vehicle is on.
Front Seat Heaters or Ventilation*Press the seat heater or ventilation button in the front console. An indicator (red
for seat heater, blue for seat ventilation) appears for the selected setting.
Once: HI setting (three indicators)
Twice: MID setting (two indicators)
Three times: LO setting (one indicator)
Four times: OFF setting (no indicators)
Rear Seat Heaters*Press the seat heater button on the back of the center console. An indicator
appears for the selected setting.
Once: HI setting (three indicators)
Twice: MID setting (two indicators)
Three times: LO setting (one indicator)
Four times: OFF setting (no indicators)
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 the seat heaters.
WARNING
*if equipped
Rear
Temperature dial
Rear
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Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
Basic Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
USB Port
Connect a USB flash drive or other audio device, such as an iPod or iPhone
®.
1.
Open
the center console. Open the USB port
cover.
2.
Install the
flash drive or cable connector to
the USB port.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Connect standard audio devices with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
1.
Open
the center console. Open the AUX cover.
2.
C
onnect the device to the input jack. Use the
device to control the audio.
Accessory Power Socket
Open the center console. Open the socket
cover to use it when the vehicle is on.
There is an additional power socket located in
the front center pocket.
Adjusting the Sound
Adjust various sound settings using one of the below methods.
From the ODMD
Touch items on the screen to make selections.
1.
Select
the sound icon.
2.
Select
the icons to adjust the setting for each
item.
From the Settings menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.
Select Audio
Settings.
3.
Select Sound.
4.
Select the
setting to adjust.
5.
A
djust the setting to the desired level.
6.
Pr
ess BACK to exit the menu.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter element. This can overheat
the power socket.
NOTICE
Steering Wheel Controls
Operate certain functions of the audio system using the steering wheel controls.
SOURCE button: Cycle through available audio
modes.
Left selector wheel: Roll up or down to adjust
volume. Press to mute. Move (or hold) left or right
to change stations or tracks.
FM/AM/SiriusXM Radio
Move right or left for the next or previous station. Move and hold right or left for
the next or previous strong station.
CD/HDD/iPod/USB/Bluetooth Audio
Move right or left for the next or previous track. Move and hold right or left for
the next or previous folder (CD/USB).
Pandora
Move right for the next song. Move and hold right or left for the next or previous
station.
Left selector wheel
SOURCE button
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On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD)
Operate the audio system using either the touchscreen or dashboard buttons.
The functions shown here can be used with most audio sources. Refer to
subsequent audio pages for more specific functions. Options that appear depend on
the selected audio source.
FM/AM Radio
Play FM or AM radio stations.
Audio Source: Select
the FM or AM icon.
Skip/seek: Find a
station with a strong
signal. TAG*: Tag songs from
HD Radio and store to
a connected iPod or
iPhone.
Tune: Change the station. Scan: Scan for stations
with a strong signal.
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press to
select the station
list or presets in the
upper display.
Presets: To store a
station, tune to the
desired station, select
Presets, and select and
hold the desired preset
number. Select a preset
station once stored.
FM/AM radio display
AUDIO button:
Display the audio
screen.
BACK button:
Return to the
previous display. SETTINGS button:
Choose Audio
Settings. MENU button:
Display menu
items.
button: Adjust the
upper screen brightness.
Use the interface dial to
make adjustments. Interface dial:
Move up,
down, left, and right. Rotate
and press ENTER to make
selections in the upper display.
Audio buttons
Shortcuts
(Audio tab):
Store or select up
to six AM, FM, or
XM stations or
HDD tracks.
Volume knob Power
button
Audio Source:
Change the
audio source.
Select Edit Order
to arrange audio
icons to your
preference. More: Change
screen and sound
settings, or display
menu options.Sound: Adjust
sound settings.
ODMD controls
*if equipped
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SiriusXM® Radio
Available on a subscription basis only. For more information or to subscribe, contact
your dealer or visit www.siriusxm.com (U.S.) or www.siriusxm.ca (Canada).
Available in the U.S. and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
XM® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio, Inc.
Compact Disc (CD) or USB Flash Drive
The audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC
formats.
For playing a USB flash drive, connect your device to the USB port (see page 46).
Do not use CDs with adhesive labels or insert a damaged CD. Inserting these types
of CDs may cause them to get stuck inside or damage the audio unit.
NOTICE
Searching for Music Use the interface dial to search for tracks using several methods.
1.
F
rom the audio screen, press MENU.
2.
Select
Music Search.
3.
Select a sear
ch type (artist, album, track, etc.) or
folder.
4.
Select the
song you want to play.
Skip/seek: Change
the channel.
Audio Source:
Select the XM icon.
Category: Change the
category. Scan: Scan for channels.
Interface dial
(from the Audio
Screen): Rotate
and press to select
the channel list
or presets in the
upper display.
Presets: To store a
channel, tune to the
desired channel, select
Presets, and select and
hold the desired preset
number. Select a preset
channel once stored.
SiriusXM display
Audio Source:
Select the CD icon. CD slot
CD eject
button
Skip/seek:
Change
the track. Repeat: Repeat the
current track or file.
Scan: Scan tracks
on the CD or folder.
Random: Play tracks or
files in random order.
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate to view
tracks in the upper
display, and press to
select a track.
Folder: Change the
folder.
CD screen shown
CD display
USB display
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Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio
When music CDs are inserted, they are automatically recorded onto the built-in
HDD for later playback.
Searching for Music
Use the interface dial to search for tracks using several methods.
1.
F
rom the audio screen, press MENU.
2.
Select
Music Search.
3.
Select a sear
ch type (artist, album, track, etc.).
4.
Select the
song you want to play.
You can also search for and play HDD music using Song By Voice
™ (see page
134).
iPod®
Connect your device to the USB port (see page 46).
Searching for Music
Use the interface dial to search for tracks using several methods.
1.
F
rom the audio screen, press MENU.
2.
Select
Music Search.
3.
Select a sear
ch type (artist, album, track, etc.) or
folder.
4.
Select the
song you want to play.
On vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using
Song By Voice (see page 134).
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
Audio Source: Select
the HDD icon.
Scan: Scan all tracks or
the first track on each
album.
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate to view
tracks in the upper
display, and press to
select a track. Repeat: Repeat the
artist, album, or track.
Album: Change the
album.
Random: Play the
artist, album, or tracks
in random order.
HDD display
Skip/seek:
Change the track.
iPod display
Album bar: Change
the album.
Repeat: Repeat the
current track or file. Skip/seek bar:
Change the track.
Play/pause
Random: Play tracks
or albums in random
order. Audio Source:
Select
the iPod icon.
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate to view tracks
in the upper display,
and press to select a
track.