Acura RLX Hybrid (2017 year). Instruction — part 12

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The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the

(map light) button.

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Map Lights

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Map Lights

When the ceiling light switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will not
go off when you press the

(map light) button.

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Rear

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Press the release button to open the glove
box.

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Removable shelf

The shelf in the glove box is detachable. To
remove it, disengage the tabs.

The removable shelf can be stored upside
down in the glove box.

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Glove Box

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Glove Box

3

WARNING

An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while
driving.

Glove Box

Release Button

Tab

Shelf

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You can lock the glove box, trunk, and/or
navigation system, entering a PIN code from
the On Demand Multi-Use Display

TM

.

To lock:
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Valet.
3. Select the item you want to be PIN-

protected from the locked area, then select
OK.

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Valet Mode

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Valet Mode

If you need to give the key to someone else, lock the
cover in the rear center seat-back first, and give the
keyless access remote without a built-in key as a valet
key.

2 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 550

Locked Area

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4. The previous code is displayed. Select OK.

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You will receive a confirmation message
on the display. Select OK.

When you enter the PIN code for the first time
or if you want to change the code:
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Valet.
3. Select the item you want to be PIN-

protected from the locked area, then select
OK.

4. Enter your selected four-digit PIN code,

then select OK.

5. You will be asked to enter the same four-

digit PIN code again. Enter, then select OK.

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You will receive a confirmation message
on the display. Select OK.

To unlock:
1. Select Valet.
2. Select Unlock.
3. Enter the four-digit PIN code you have

previously selected, then select OK.

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Valet Mode

The PIN code entering screen also appears when you
press:

•

The glove box open button

•

The trunk release button on the driver's door, on
the trunk, or on the remote

While the glove box or the trunk is PIN-protected.

If you have locked all the items of the locked area, the
PIN code entering screen appears with the power
mode in ACCESSORY.

You can cancel the valet mode when you instructionly
open the trunk.

2 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 550

If you have only set Navi, Phone, Audio PIN-
protected but forgot your four-digit PIN code, you
need to go to a dealer to have the set valet mode
reset.

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Your vehicle has a multi-function center
console. It includes a storage compartment,
an armrest, and a sliding tray.

Push the button on either side of the console
compartment to open the console
compartment.

You can put small items in the sliding tray
located in the console compartment lid. To
use the tray, push the button, then slide the
console compartment lid out fully. To close
the lid, push the button. It is automatically slid
back.

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Console Compartment

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Console Compartment

The console compartment light comes on when the
parking lights are on.

Button

Sliding
Tray

Button

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Slide the lid using the release tab to use the
center pocket.
To close it, push the release tab. It is
automatically slid back.

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Center Pocket

Tab

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Front seat beverage holders

Press the raised detent to open the lid. To
close the lid, push it down until it latches.

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Front door beverage holders

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Rear seat beverage holders

The rear beverage holders are in the rear seat
armrest. Open the beverage holders by pulling
the latch up on the front.

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Beverage Holders

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Beverage Holders

NOTICE

Spilled liquids damage the upholstery, carpeting, and
electrical components in the interior.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.
Hot liquid can scald you.

Push

Latch

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The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY
or ON.

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Accessory power socket (center pocket)

Open the lid and the cover to use it.

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Accessory power socket (console
compartment)

Open the console lid and the cover to use it.

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Accessory Power Sockets

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Accessory Power Sockets

NOTICE

Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.

The accessory power sockets are designed to supply
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180
watts (15 amps) or less.

To prevent 12-volt battery drain, only use the power
socket with the power system on.

When both sockets are being used, the combined
power rating of the accessories should not exceed
180 watts (15 amps).

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There is a coat hook on the rear grab handle
of both sides. Pull it down to use it.

There is a coat hook on the door pillar of both
sides.

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Coat Hooks

The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy
items.

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The tie-down anchors on the trunk floor can
be used to install a net for securing items.

The cargo hooks in the trunk can be used to
install a net for securing items.

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Tie-down Anchors

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Tie-down Anchors

Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk,
placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far
forward as possible.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 361

Hook

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Cargo Hooks

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Cargo Hooks

Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk,
placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far
forward as possible.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 361

Hook

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In addition to the larger cargo area, the trunk
incorporates a small shelf above the High
Voltage (HV) battery module that can carry up
to 15 lbs (7 kg). Do not exceed this capacity.

The cargo net can be used to help hold down
items stored in the trunk.

In the event a flat tire, a tire repair kit is
provided beneath the trunk floor.

2 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire P. 511

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Cargo Area

NOTICE

Heavy objects may damage the trunk shelf.
Make sure any items put on the shelf weigh less than
15 lbs (7 kg).

Tiered Storage Area

Cargo Net

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The power mode must be in ON to use the
heated steering wheel.

Press the button on the left side of the
steering wheel.

When a comfortable temperature is reached,
press the button again to turn it off.

The heated steering wheel is turned off every
time you start the power system, even if you
turned it on the last time you drove the
vehicle.

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Heated Steering Wheel

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Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously
when the power system is off. Under such conditions,
the 12-volt battery may be weakened, making the
power system difficult to start.

* Not available on all models

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The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters.

Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)

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Front Seat Heaters

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Front Seat Heaters

*

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
power system is off. Under such conditions, the 12-
volt battery may be weakened, making the power
system difficult to start.

3

WARNING

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 seat
heaters.

* Not available on all models

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The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters and ventilation.

Press the seat heater or the seat ventilation
button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)

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Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation

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Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation

*

Do not use the seat heaters and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the power system is off. Under such
conditions, the 12-volt battery may be weakened,
making the power system difficult to start.

3

WARNING

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 seat
heaters.

* Not available on all models

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The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters.

There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)

To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To close, push it again until
it latches.

You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.

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Rear Seat Heaters

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Rear Seat Heaters

*

Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
power system is off. Under such conditions, the 12-
volt battery may be weakened, making the power
system difficult to start.

3

WARNING

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 seat
heaters.

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Sunglasses Holder

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Sunglasses Holder

Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.

Push

* Not available on all models

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The power rear sunshade can be operated with the power mode in ON.

To raise: Press the button.
To lower: Press the button again.

If the sunshade stops while moving, check for
and clear any obstacles, then push the button
again.

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Power Rear Sunshade

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Power Rear Sunshade

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3

WARNING

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.

Front

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* Not available on all models

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