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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Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone when it is paired to 
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 59). Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink 
(U.S.) or  www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard 
data rates may apply.
Notes:
•
 
Mak
 e sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
•
 
Y
 ou may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
•
 
The r
 esume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on all 
phones. 
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.  Launch streaming audio on your phone only when safe to do so.
Applicable laws laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Launch streaming audio on your phone only when safe to do so.
Pandora®
Play and operate Pandora from your phone through the vehicle’s audio system. Visit 
www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates 
apply. Available in the U.S. only.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone: 
•
 
C
 onnect via  Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 59) or USB (see page 46).
•
 
A pop-up may appear 
 on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pandora 
to be launched.
•
 
If P
 andora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the 
cable if necessary.
For other compatible smartphones: 
•
 
C
 onnect via  Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 59).
Bluetooth Audio display
Play/Resume
Interface dial (from 
the Audio screen): 
Rotate and press to 
select an item in the 
upper display. Audio Source:  Select 
the Bluetooth icon.
Pause
Skip/seek: Change 
the track.
Folder: Change the 
folder.
Pandora display
Audio Source: 
Select 
the Pandora icon.
Station bar: 
Change the station.
Like/Dislike a song Skip forward
Interface dial (from 
the Audio screen): 
Rotate and press to 
select an item in the 
upper display.
Play/Pause                                  
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HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
AcuraLink featuring  Aha™
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social 
media through the vehicle’s audio system. Visit  www.acura.com/handsfreelink 
(U.S.) or  www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard 
data rates apply. 
Visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or  www.myacura.ca (Canada) and download the 
AcuraLink app to your phone prior to using this feature. Make sure you have an 
active Aha account. Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.  Launch streaming audio on your phone only when safe to do so.
For iPhone: 
•
 
C
 onnect via  Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 59) or USB (see page 46).
•
 
A pop-up may appear 
 on your phone requesting you to allow access for Aha to be 
launched.
•
 
If 
 Aha still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the cable if 
necessary.
For other compatible smartphones: 
•
 
C
 onnect via  Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 59).
Aha display
Audio source: Select 
the aha icon.
Stations: View and 
select 16 previously  
favorited stations.
Interface dial (from 
the Audio screen): 
Rotate and press to 
select an item in the 
upper display.
Play/pause Station bar
Like/dislike
MENU
  button: 
View the complete 
station list.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling 
your  phone. Visit  www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or  www.handsfreelink.ca 
(Canada) to check phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may 
be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are 
always available.
 HFL Displays and Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call, or 
display speed dial and call history in the MID.
Selector wheel:  Scroll through speed dial and 
call history in the MID. Press to make a selection. 
Adjust volume during a call.
Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or 
clear HFL information in the MID.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag, 
phonebook name, or phone number.
PHONE button: Go 
to the phone screen.
BACK button: 
Return to the 
previous display.
Interface dial: Rotate and press to 
select an item in the upper display. 
Move up, down, left, and right.  MENU button (from 
the Phone screen): 
Display menu items.
SETTINGS button: 
Go to Phone 
Settings.
HFL display
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  Talk  Button Tips
For a list of available voice commands, see page 133.
•
 
When using 
 the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•
 
T
 o bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your 
command.
•
 
When 
 the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted 
in yellow.
•
 
Speak in a clear
 , natural voice.
•
 
R
 educe all background noise.
•
 
A
 djust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
•
 
Close 
 the windows and moonroof.
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) screens
When there is an 
incoming call, select 
the green Pick-Up or 
red Hang-Up icon. When a number keypad 
is displayed, select 
numbers to enter.
When an alphabet 
keyboard is displayed, 
select letters to enter.
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your 
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the 
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess SETTINGS.
2.
 
Select 
 Phone Settings.
3.
 
Select Bluetooth Device List (if no phone has been 
pair
ed) or Connect Phone (if pairing an additional 
phone).
4.
 
Select 
 Add Bluetooth Device.
5.
 
Mak
 e sure your phone is in discovery mode.
6.
 
HFL sear
 ches for your phone. Select your phone 
when it appears on the list. 
If your phone does not appear:  
Select Phone not Found? and search for 
HandsFreeLink from your phone.
7.
 HFL giv
es you a pairing code. Compare it to the 
code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL 
from your phone.
8.
 
The system asks if 
 you want to enable Automatic 
Phone Sync, which imports your phone’s call 
history and phonebook. Select On.
9.
 
Pr
 ess BACK to exit the menu.
ODMD display
Select Shortcuts (Phone 
tab) to access Speed 
Dial and Call History.
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Making a Call
You can make calls using several methods.
 Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1.
 
Say 
 “Dial by number.”
2.
 
Say 
 the phone number. For example, “3-1-0-5-5-
5-1-2-3-4.” Say “Dial” if necessary.
3.
 
The 
 system begins to dial.
Using the menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections. This is inoperable while the 
vehicle is moving.
1.
 
Pr
 ess PHONE.
2.
 
Pr
 ess MENU.
3.
 
Select Dial.
4.
 
F
 rom the navigation screen or the ODMD, enter 
the phone number. Select the green phone icon 
to call.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them. This is inoperable while the vehicle 
is moving.
1.
 
Select Shortcuts.
2.
 
Select Phone.
3.
 
Select Dial.
4.
 
Enter 
 the phone number and select the green 
phone icon to call.
 Using the  Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported 
to the system if you select On for Phone Synchronization.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1.
 
Say 
 “Call by name.”
2.
 
Say 
 the phonebook name and phone type. For 
example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess PHONE.
2.
 
Pr
 ess MENU.
3.
 
Select Phonebook.
4.
 
Scr
 oll through the list to find the name and 
number you want to call, and select it to call.
 Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing.
1.
 
Pr
 ess PHONE. 
2.
 
Pr
 ess MENU.
3.
 
Select 
 Speed Dial, then select New Entry.
4.
 
Choose an entry method.
5.
 
If desir
 ed, you can create a voice tag for the 
number. Follow the prompts.
When a voice tag is created, you can press the Talk button and say “Call” and the 
stored voice tag.
When speed dial entries are stored, you can add them to the Shortcuts (Phone 
tab) in the ODMD for quick access.
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 Using  Speed Dial and Call History
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1.
 
Say 
 “Call by name.”
2.
 
Say the 
 name of the stored voice tag.
3.
 
The 
 system begins to dial.
Using the MID
Press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel.
1.
 
The speed 
 dial list appears in the MID. For Call 
History, move the left selector wheel to the 
right.
2.
 
Use the 
 left selector wheel to scroll through the 
list to find the entry you want to call, and select 
it to call.
Using the Phone screen
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess PHONE.
2.
 
F
 or Speed Dial, use the interface dial to scroll 
through the list to find the entry you want to 
call, and select it to call. 
For Call History, move the interface dial to the 
right and scroll through the list.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them.
1.
 
Select Shortcuts.
2.
 
Select Phone.
3.
 
Select Speed 
 Dial or Call History. Speed dial 
entries must be previously stored to the 
Shortcuts menu. Select Edit and follow the 
prompts.
4.
 
Select the desir
 ed entry to call.
111AAA#### Mr.AAA
Mr.BBB
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail
Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone. 
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or  www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to 
check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited 
while the vehicle is moving.
 Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one 
of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.
1.
 
Pr
 ess SETTINGS.
2.
 
Select 
 Phone Settings.
3.
 
Select 
 Select Account.
4.
 
Select 
 Text Messages or an e-mail account.
 Receiving and Responding to MessagesWhen your receive a new message, a pop-up appears in the upper display. Use 
the interface dial to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also 
reply to it using fixed phrases or call the sender.
1.
 
When 
 the prompt appears, select Read.
2.
 
The message is 
 displayed, and the system reads 
it aloud.
3.
 
T
 o reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the 
six available responses. Select Send to send the 
message. You cannot create a new message. 
To call the sender: Select Call.
Roadside Assistance*
Call for assistance for unexpected incidents from your paired and linked phone. Use 
the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
F
 rom the Phone menu, press MENU.
2.
 
Select 
 Roadside Assistance.
3.
 
Y
 our vehicle’s location and VIN are displayed. 
Select the phone number to begin the call.
*if equipped
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Subscription Features
A subscription-based service that provides convenient features, such as collision 
notification, emergency assistance, online security, and important messages about 
your vehicle. Requires enrollment and privacy agreement. To subscribe or get more 
information, contact a dealer or visit  owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.myacura.ca 
(Canada).
 Emergency Assistance
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit 
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted, your 
vehicle automatically attempts to connect to the 
AcuraLink operator if your phone is paired to the 
system and there is sufficient cellular coverage. 
Once connected, information about your vehicle, 
its positioning, and its condition will be sent to the 
operator. You can also speak to the operator when 
connected.
To manually connect to the operator, open the cover on the ceiling console and 
press  ASSIST when the vehicle is on.
 Security Features
To use security features, you need your user ID and personal identification 
number (PIN). Some of these features are also available with the AcuraLink 
smartphone  app. Visit  owners.acura.com/apps to download the app.
•
 
S
 tolen vehicle tracking: Searches and tracks down your vehicle position.
•
 
R
 emote door lock/unlock: Remotely lock or unlock doors.
•
 
V
 ehicle finder: Locate your vehicle in large areas, such as a parking lot.
•
 
S
 ecurity alarm notification:  If your vehicle’s security system detects tampering, 
the provider notifies you.
  Operator Assistance
Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to 
find a destination or for roadside assistance.
Press LINK to connect to an operator.
Learn about Acura’s advanced connectivity services. 
AcuraLink Messages
Receive messages on vehicle features, safety and emissions recall campaigns, 
maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information. Some message features 
require a phone connection. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or 
www.
handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility.
 Viewing  Messages
When you receive a new message, an envelope icon appears on the upper screen. 
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess INFO.
2.
 
Select A
 curaLink/Messages.
3.
 
Select a message category
 .
4.
 
Select a message.
5.
 
Select 
 Voice to hear the entire message details 
read aloud.
 Message Options
When you receive certain messages, you can call 
your dealer if your phone is paired to the system, or 
find the nearest dealer. 
U.S. only
You can also schedule service appointments from 
certain messages.
A current AcuraLink subscription is required to set up this feature and modify 
your message preferences. To subscribe or get more information, contact a dealer 
or visit  owners.acura.com.
Dec. 31, 2011 
ACURALINK®*
*if equipped
 ASSIST 
button
LINK button
       ACURALINK®
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Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current 
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system 
using voice commands or the system controls.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may 
be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are 
always available.
  Steering Wheel Controls
Use the steering wheel controls to give voice 
commands. For a full list of navigation voice 
commands, see page 133.
Hang-Up/Back button: Press to cancel a command 
or operation.
Talk button: Press to say voice commands.
  Talk  Button Tips
•  
When using 
 the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•
 
T
 o bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your 
command.
•
 
When 
 the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted 
in yellow.
•
 
Speak in a clear
 , natural voice.
•
 
R
 educe all background noise.
•
 
A
 djust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
•
 
Close 
 the windows and moonroof.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from 
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed.
Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do 
so.
WARNING
NAVIGATION
Talk 
button Back 
button
 Navigation Display and Controls Use the controls to enter information and make selections. Some manual 
functions are inoperable while driving.
NAV button: 
Display the map 
screen or directions 
when en route. INFO
  button: 
Select items such as 
traffic incidents and 
AcuraLink messages.
BACK button: 
Return to the 
previous display.
SETTINGS button: 
Change Navi settings. MENU button: 
Enter destination 
information.
 button: Change 
screen brightness. 
Use the interface dial 
to make adjustments. Interface dial: 
Rotate to zoom 
in or out of the map. Press to 
display the map menu. Rotate 
and press to select items.
GPS 
signal 
strength Traffic 
incident icon*
Traffic 
status* Traffic flow*
Current 
map scale Current 
vehicle 
position
Map 
orientation
Current streetLandmark 
icon
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 Interface Dial Feedback
Configure the system to read aloud selections made using the interface dial. Use 
the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess SETTINGS.
2.
 
Select S
 ystem Settings.
3.
 
Select Interface Dial F
 eedback.
4.
 
Select Off
 , Auto, or On. 
On: Always reads the selection. 
Auto: Reads the selection only when the vehicle is moving. 
Off: Turns interface dial feedback off.
  System Guidance Volume
Adjust the navigation system guidance volume from the map menu. Use the 
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
F
 rom the map screen, press the interface dial to 
display the map menu.
2.
 
Select 
 Guidance Volume.
3.
 
A
 djust the volume to your preferred level.
4.
 
Pr
 ess BACK to exit the menu.
During guidance, you can also use the audio volume knob or steering wheel 
controls to adjust the volume.
 Voice Prompt Turn the voice prompt feature on or off. Use the interface dial to make and enter 
selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess SETTINGS.
2.
 
Select S
 ystem Settings.
3.
 
Select V
 oice  Prompt.
4.
 
Select Off 
 or On. 
On: Provides voice prompts. 
Off: Voice prompts are disabled.
Entering a Destination
Use several methods to enter a destination.
 Home Address
Store your home address in the system so you can easily route to it. Use the 
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.
 
Pr
 ess SETTINGS.
2.
 
Select 
 Navi Settings.
3.
 
Select Edit 
 Go Home.
4.
 
Enter 
 the address and select OK.
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk
  button and say “Go 
home” at any time. You can also select Go Home from the destination menu.
  Street Address
Enter a street address using voice commands. Press the Talk button before saying 
each command.
You can also enter the address manually when the vehicle is stopped. While on 
the map screen, press MENU and use the interface dial to select Address. Follow 
the prompts.
1.
 
F
 rom the Voice Portal screen, say “Address.”
2.
 
The system pr
 ompts you to say the entire 
address. For example, say “1-2-3-4 Main Street, 
Los Angeles, California.”
3.
 
The system interpr
 ets the address by state, city, 
street, and address number. If necessary, you 
may have to clarify similar matches. 
4.
 
Say 
 “Set as destination” to set the route.
  U.S. models
From the map screen, say “Display Menu,” followed by  “Address.” Follow the 
prompts.
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 Place Category
Enter a point of interest using voice commands. Press the Talk button before 
saying each command.
1.
 
F
 rom the Voice Portal, say “Place name.”
2.
 
Say a category
 . For example, “ATM/Bank.”
3.
 
Say the 
 name of the point of interest. For 
example, “ABC Bank.”
4.
 
The system interpr
 ets the name. If necessary, 
you may have to clarify similar matches. 
 
If there is more than one point of interest with 
the name, a list of matches appears in order of 
closest distance. Say the number next to the 
place you want.
5.
 
Say 
 “Set as destination” to set the route.
If the system does not recognize the specific name, 
you can enter it manually when the vehicle is 
stopped. While on the map screen, press MENU and 
use the interface dial to select Place Name. Enter the 
name one letter at a time, and follow the prompts.
 Find Nearest Place Enter a destination by category and distance using voice commands. Press the 
Talk button before saying each command.
1.
 
Say 
 “Find nearest” and a place. For example, 
“Find nearest ATM.”
2.
 
A list 
 of the nearest places in your area is 
displayed by shortest distance to destination.
3.
 
Say the 
 number next to the destination you 
want to select.
4.
 
Say
  “Set as destination”  to set the route.
 ODMD Shortcuts
You can add up to six destinations to the Shortcuts (Places tab) in the ODMD. 
The addresses must be previously stored in the navigation system address book.
1.
 
Select Shortcuts.
2.
 
Select Places.
3.
 
Select No Entry 
 to store a previously stored 
address book entry, or select a stored entry to 
route to it.
Routing
After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route.
 Map Legend
During route guidance
Next 
guidance 
point
Estimated 
time to 
destination
Distance to 
destination Destination
Calculated 
route
Distance 
to next 
maneuver
Turn-by-Turn Directions
Shows a more detailed view of the next maneuver on the multi-information 
display. Use the right selector wheel on the steering wheel to bypass the display.
Upcoming 
maneuver
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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
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Stor
 e or secure all items on board properly.
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Do not pile items higher 
 than the seat height.
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Do not place an
 ything in the front seat footwells. Secure the floor mats.
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If 
 you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
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Secur
 ely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
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A
 djust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
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Mak
 e sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under 
the seats.
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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:
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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.
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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
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Mak
 e sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior 
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
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R
 emove any frost, snow, or ice.
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Mak
 e sure the hood is securely closed.
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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. 
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Mak
 e sure the tires are in good condition.
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Mak
 e sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.