Acura RLX Hybrid (2017 year). Instruction — part 22

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Displaying text messages

1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Rotate

to select Text/Email, then press

.

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Select account if necessary.

4. Rotate

to select a message, then press

.

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The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.

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Displaying Messages

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Displaying Messages

The

icon appears next to an unread message.

If you delete a message on the phone, the message is
also deleted in the system. If you send a message
from the system, the message goes to your phone’s
outbox.

To see the previous or next message, move

or

on the text message screen.

Message List

Text Message

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Displaying e-mail messages

1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Rotate

to select Text/Email, then press

.

4. Rotate

to select a folder, then press

.

5. Rotate

to select a message, then press

.

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The e-mail is displayed. The system
automatically starts reading the message
aloud.

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Displaying e-mail messages

Received text/e-mail messages may appear in the
message list screen at the same time. In this case, text
messages are titled No subject.

Folder List

Message List

E-mail

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Read or stop reading a message

1. Go to the text/e-mail message screen.

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The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.

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2. Press

to stop reading.

Press

again to start reading the message

from the beginning.

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Reply to a message

1. Go to the text/e-mail message screen.

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The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.

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2. Move and rotate

to select Reply,

then press

.

3. Rotate

to select the reply message, then

press .

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The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

4. Select Send to send the message.

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Message sent appears on the screen
when the reply message was successfully
sent.

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Reply to a message

The available fixed reply messages are as follows:

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Talk to you later, I’m driving.

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I’m on my way.

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I’m running late.

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OK

•

Yes

•

No

You cannot add, edit, or delete reply messages.

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Making a call to a sender

1. Go to the text message screen.

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The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.

2 Displaying text messages P. 344

2. Move and rotate

to select Call, then

press .

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Features

Provides a nationwide service for unexpected incidents. You can call for assistance
using a phone paired and connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.

1. From the Phone screen, press the MENU

button.

2. Rotate

to select Roadside Assistance,

then press

.

3. Rotate

to select a phone number, then

press .

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Dialing starts automatically.

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Roadside Assistance

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Roadside Assistance

If you are subscribed to a paid AcuraLink package,
you can call roadside assistance using the LINK
button instead of your phone.

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Features

AcuraLink®

Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of important messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink server, see the Navigation System Instruction.

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Automatic collision notification

If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted,
your vehicle will automatically attempt to
connect to the AcuraLink operator. Once
connected, information about your vehicle, its
positioning, and its condition will be sent to
the operator; you also can speak to the
operator when connected.

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In Case of Emergency

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AcuraLink®

AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.

To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or
www.acura.ca (in Canada).

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In Case of Emergency

Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator
if the battery level is low, the line is disconnected or you
do not have adequate cellular coverage.

You cannot use emergency services when:

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You travel outside the AcuraLink service coverage
areas.

•

There is a problem with the connecting devices,
such as the ASSIST button, microphone, speakers,
or the unit itself.

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You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.

You cannot operate other navigation- or phone-
related functions using the screens while talking to
the operator.
Only the operator can terminate the connection to
your vehicle.

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Automatic collision notification

If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.

Audio/information screen

On Demand Multi-Use Display

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When connected to the AcuraLink
operator:

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Instruction operator connection

If you need to talk to the AcuraLink operator
in an emergency situation, you can instructionly
connect to them by pressing the ASSIST
button with the power mode in ACCESSORY
or ON.
1. Open the cover attached to the ceiling

console.

2. Press the ASSIST button.

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You are connected to the AcuraLink
operator.

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Instruction operator connection

Do not press the button while driving. When you
need to contact the operator, park the vehicle in a
safe place.

If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
automatically cancels the action after three minutes.

In an emergency, the cover can be broken through to
press the ASSIST button.

ASSIST
Button

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Features

Your subscribed telematics service provider can track your vehicle’s location,
remotely lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number
(PIN).

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Stolen vehicle tracking

This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the police as well as the
provider.

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Remote door lock/unlock

The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.

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Vehicle finder

This feature is convenient to use when trying to locate your vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you cannot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function, you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn.

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Security alarm notification

If the security system in your vehicle detects an abnormal condition, such as
someone tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by email
or SMS.

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Security Features

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Security Features

The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, contact a
dealer, or go to owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or
www.acura.ca (in Canada).

You can also activate the remote door lock/unlock
and vehicle finder features from the Internet or using
your smartphone app. Ask a dealer, or visit
owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or www.acura.ca (in
Canada) for details.

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Vehicle finder

The lights will stop flashing and horn will stop
sounding under the following conditions:

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When 30 seconds have elapsed.

•

You unlock the doors using the remote transmitter.

•

You unlock the doors using the keyless access
system.

•

You unlock the doors using the built-in key.

•

The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.

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Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside
assistance.

1. Press the LINK button.

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Connection to the operator begins.

2. Talk to the operator.

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To disconnect, press the selector knob,
select End Call on the On Demand
Multi-Use Display

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, or press the Hang-

up button.

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Operator Assistance

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Operator Assistance

Remain attentive to road conditions and driving
during operator assistance.

LINK Button

Audio/information screen
when connected to the
AcuraLink operator.

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Features

AcuraLink sends you messages on vehicle
features, safety and emissions recall
campaigns, maintenance reminders (U.S.
models only), and diagnostic information.
When you receive a new message, an icon
appears on the audio/information screen.

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Message category

There are six message categories.
• Feature Guide: Appears for the first 90 days of ownership, introducing vehicle

features each day.

• Quick Tips: Supplements your Owner’s Instruction with updated vehicle

information.

• Diagnostic Info: Appears when a warning indicator or message comes on.

Rotate

to select Check Later or Check Now.

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Selecting Check Now lets you know if you should see a dealer immediately or
later in accordance with the warning severity level.

• Scheduled Dealer Appointment (U.S. models only): An appointment made

through the Acura server or Acura Owners website can be rescheduled or
canceled from this option.

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• Maintenance Minder (U.S. models only): Lets you know which maintenance

item is due along with a reminder message.

• Recalls/Campaigns: Reminds you of a recall or important safety information.

You should also be notified by mail.

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AcuraLink Message

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AcuraLink Message

Messages may not appear immediately after your
vehicle purchase. It can take several days for your
dealer to register your vehicle’s ID.

If an icon includes an exclamation point, it indicates
that Acura gives high priority to this message
compared to the one without.

•

: An unread message with high priority

•

: An unread message

Message Icon

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Message category

Message categories can be added, edited, or deleted
through broadcast messages from Acura.

You can call your dealer, find the nearest dealer, or
schedule appointments (U.S. models only) from the
message options in Maintenance Minder (U.S.
models only), Recalls/Campaigns, and Diagnostic
Info.

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Reading a message

1. Press the INFO button, rotate

to select

AcuraLink/Messages, then press

.

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If your display has changed from Info
menu to Current Drive, press the
MENU button.

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AcuraLink messages appears.

2. Rotate

to select a category, then press

.

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If there are unread messages in a
category, a message icon appears next to
that category.

3. Rotate

to select a message you want to

read, then press

.

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Message Options

While a message is displayed, you can use
options to take immediate action to the
message.

Available options are:
• Voice: Reads the message aloud. Select Stop to cancel it.
• Find Acura Dlr.: Searches for the nearest Acura dealer.
• Delete: Deletes the displayed message. Rotate

to select this option, then

press .

• Call Your Dealer: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL.

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Reading a message

If there is no message listed on the menu,
AcuraLink/Messages is grayed out and cannot be
selected.

The message icon disappears once you read the
message.

However, the exclamation mark that indicates that
the message has a high priority remains.

•

: A read message with high priority.

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Message Options

The available options vary by message category.

You can delete all messages in a category at once.

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Voice is available only when the Message Auto
Reading setting is in ON, and the language selected
is English.

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Dec. 31, 2011

The engine may not be operating properly.
Select VOICE FOR DETAILS.

Engine System. P062F

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• Schedule Dealer Appointment (U.S. models only): Automatically sets an

appointment date at your dealer.

• Phone number: Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
• Diagnostic Info: Updates the current diagnostic message by connecting to the

Acura server using HFL.

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Dealer Appointments

You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a
Maintenance Minder or Recalls/Campaigns message, or reschedule any existing
appointments.

1. Select a Maintenance Minder, Recalls/

Campaigns, or Scheduled Dealer
Appointment message.

2. Rotate

to select Scheduled Dealer

Appointment or Reschedule
Appointment (depending on the screen).
Press .

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A suggested time and date are displayed.

3. Rotate

to select Confirm

Appointment. Press

to accept the time

and date.

4. Press

to

select

OK.

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Dealer Appointments

To set up an automated dealer appointment when a
regular maintenance is due, visit the Acura Owners
website at owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or
www.acura.ca (in Canada), and set the required
option. A reminder message will be sent as the date
for the dealer appointment approaches. A reminder
message will also be sent if you schedule an
appointment online using Acura Owners’ Schedule
Service Appointment function.

If you are not satisfied with the proposed
appointment date and time, call your dealer directly.

To cancel the scheduled appointment, select Cancel
Appointment when a message is displayed.

U.S. models only

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Driving

This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.

Before Driving

Driving Preparation . . . . . . .. 358
Maximum Load Limit. . . . . . 361

Towing a Trailer

Towing Your Vehicle . . . . . . 363

When Driving

Turning on the Power . . . . . .. 364

Precautions While Driving. . . . . 369

Dual Clutch Transmission . . . . . 370

Shifting . . . . . . . . . . . 371

SPORT Mode. . . . . . . . . 378

Reactive Force Pedal. . . . . . . 379

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System. .. 380

Front Sensor Camera . . . . . ... 381

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low

Speed Follow (LSF) . . . . . . . 383

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System. 397
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS). .. 401
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic

Stability Control (ESC), System . . ... 408

Agile Handling Assist . . . . . ... 410
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel

Drive

TM

(SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD®) . 411

Blind Spot Information (BSI) System . . 412
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)... 414
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -

Required Federal Explanation . . . 416

High Voltage Battery. . . . . . 418

Braking

Brake System . . . . . . . . ... 419
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) . . ... 424

Brake Assist System . . . . . . . 425
Collision Mitigation Braking System

TM

(CMBS

TM

) . . . . . . . . . ... 426

Parking Your Vehicle

When Stopped . . . . . . . . 434
Parking Sensor System

*

. . . . ... 436

Cross Traffic Monitor . . . . . ... 440

Multi-View Rear Camera

*

. . . . 444

Surround View Camera System

*

. . 445

Refueling

Fuel Information . . . . . . . .. 455

How to Refuel . . . . . . . . . 456

Fuel Economy and CO

2

Emissions. 457

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing

CO

2

Emissions. . . . . . . . 457

* Not available on all models

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Driving

Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Check the following items before you start driving.

• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior

lights, or other parts of the vehicle.

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Remove any frost, snow, or ice.

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Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.

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When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.

• Make sure the hood is securely closed.

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If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.

• Make sure the tires are in good condition.

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Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.

2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 488

• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

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There are blind spots from the inside.

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Exterior Checks

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Exterior Checks

NOTICE

When 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.

Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.

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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Before Driving

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Driving Preparation

Driving

• Store or secure all items on board properly.

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Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 361

• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

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They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.

• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor

mat.

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An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.

• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.

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They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.

• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 142

• Adjust your seating position properly.

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Adjust the head restraint, too.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 178

• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.

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Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.

2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 171

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Interior Checks

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Interior Checks

The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.

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