Acura RLX HYBRID 2019 Owner's Manual

Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or le ss. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
3WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning
Operating, servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle or off-highway motor
vehicle can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
do not idle the engine except as necessary,
service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing your vehicle. For
more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howeve r, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could co mbine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data rout inely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle ow ner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally requir ed or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with se rvice-related devices that record
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for res earch purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.
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California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard ouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
Software End User License Agreement
Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by
the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which
contains a binding arbitration clau se. Please refer to the End User
License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your
use of the installed software, as we ll as the applications, services,
functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of
the installed software wi ll serve as your consent to the terms and
conditions of the End User License Agreement.
You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software
by sending a signed, written noti ce to HONDA at American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Relations Mail Stop 100-5E-8F, 1919
Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.
Privacy Notice
This vehicle may share location a nd usage information. To manage
this setting, visit www.acuralink.com/ve hicle-data-choices.
A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
NOTICE
To help you make informed de cisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment.
You will find this impo rtant safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
3 and
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehi cle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 38 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel P. 75
Indicators P. 76 Gauges and Displays P. 112
2Controls P. 127
Clock P. 128 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 129
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 151
Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Features P. 211
Audio System P. 212 Audio System Basic Operation P. 216
Customized Features P. 295 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 321
2 Driving P. 371
Before Driving P. 372 Towing a Trailer P. 377
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 476 Surround View Camera System* P. 478
2Maintenance P. 491
Before Performing Maintenance P. 492 Maintenance MinderTM P. 495
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 517
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 531
2Handling the Unexpected P. 539
Tools P. 540 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 541
Overheating P. 565 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 567
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 582
2 Information P. 585
Specifications P. 586 Identification Numbers P. 588
Emissions Testing P. 591 Warranty Coverages P. 593
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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 72Safety Labels P. 73
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 143 Security System P. 146 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 149
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 152 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 182 Climate Control System P. 200
Audio Error Messages P. 273General Information on the Audio System P. 277
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 324 AcuraLink ® P. 363
When Driving P. 378 Braking P. 450Parking Your Vehicle P. 466
Refueling P. 488 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 490
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 501 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 514
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 520 12-Volt Battery P. 529 Remote Transmitter Care P. 530
Cleaning P. 532 Accessories and Modifications P. 537
Power System Won’t Start P. 559 Jump Starting P. 562
Fuses P. 572 Emergency Towing P. 580 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 581
Refueling P. 583
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 589 Reporting Safety Defects P. 590
Authorized Manuals P. 595 Client Service Information P. 596
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 127
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 371
MaintenanceP. 491
Handling the UnexpectedP. 539
InformationP. 585
IndexP. 600
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 171)
❙POWER Button (P 152)
❙Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button
(P 418)
❙Parking Sensor System Button* (P 469)
❙Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) OFF Button (P 461)
❙Navigation System
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Audio/Information Screen (P 225)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM (P 217)
❙Audio System (P 212)
❙System Indicators (P 76)
❙Gauges (P 112)
❙Multi-Information Display
(P 114)
❙Climate Control System (P 200)
❙Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror/
Heated Windshield Button
(P 168)
❙Headlight Washer Button (P 165)
❙CAMERA Button* (P 479)
Canadian models
❙Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System OFF
Button
(P 395)
❙Front Seat Heater Buttons* (P 195)
❙Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation
Buttons* (P 196)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
(P 440)
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Quick Reference Guide❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P 155, 156)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P 392)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P 392)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Voice Control Buttons (P 232)
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 324)
❙Brightness Control (P 166)
❙Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) Buttons
(P 397, 402)
❙TRIP Button (P 115, 116)
❙Interval Button (P 397, 410)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button
(P 397, 423)
❙Right Selector Wheel (P 114)
❙Heated Steering Wheel Button (P 194)
❙Head-Up Display Buttons (P 119)
❙Audio Remote Controls (P 215)
❙CAMERA Button* (P 479)
❙Wipers/Washers (P 163)
❙MAIN Button (P 397, 403, 423)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P 149)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P 48)
❙Trunk Opener (P 143)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 502)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P 48)
❙Glove Box (P 184)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 52)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P 173)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 141)
❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P 577)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P 190)
❙Memory Buttons (P 170)
❙SET Button (P 170)
❙Rearview Mirror (P 172)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P 190)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes (P 576)
❙Electric Parking Brake Switch
(P 450)
❙Automatic Brake Hold Button
(P 454)
❙SPORT Button (P 393)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector (P 385)
❙USB Port (P 213)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P 213)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button (P 489)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Side Airbags (P 54)
❙Map Lights (P 183)
❙Side Curtain Airbags (P 56)
❙Seat Belts (P 38)
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 69)
❙LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 65)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 67)
❙Rear Seat
❙Front Seat (P 175)
❙Coat Hook (P 191)
❙Grab Handle
❙Moonroof Switch
(P 151)
❙Map Lights (P 183)
❙Sunglasses Holder
(P 197)
❙Power Rear Sunshade
Button* (P 198)
❙Sun Visors
❙Vanity Mirrors
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P 501)
❙Windshield Wipers (P 163, 517)
❙Tires (P 520, 541)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 131)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P 173)
❙Headlights (P 156, 514)
❙How to Refuel (P 489)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P 516)
❙Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 145)
❙Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 143)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera* (P 476)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P 515)
❙Brake/Taillights (P 515)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 515)
❙Back-Up Lights (P 516)
❙Rear License Plate Lights (P 516)
❙Taillights (P 515)
❙Fog Lights* (P 159, 514)
❙Surround View Camera System* (P 478)
❙Trunk Release Button (P 144)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights (P 155, 515)
❙Front Turn Signal Lights (P 155, 156, 514)
❙Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P 159, 514)
❙Front Side Marker Lights (P 156, 515)
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Quick Reference Guide
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)
Your SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® vehicle uses both an electric motor and a gasoline engine as propulsion sources, with electric motors
receiving electricity from an internal High Voltage battery.
* Not available on all models
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