Acura RLX (2018 year). Instruction — part 13

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Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.

Use the system when the power system is on.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side

temperature control switch.

3. Press the

(on/off) button to cancel.

In addition to the button/switch operations, you can control the climate control
system from the On Demand Multi-Use Display

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touch screen.

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If any buttons/icons on the touch screen are pressed
while using the climate control system in auto, the
function of the button/icon that was pressed will take
priority.
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button/icon that was pressed will be
controlled automatically.

To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may operate at low speed for a while after the
AUTO button has been pressed.

If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,
turning the system on auto, and setting the
temperature to low. Change the fresh mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.

When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.

Pressing the

button switches the climate control

system between on and off. When turned on, the
system returns to your last selection.

When you unlock the doors with your remote, the driver’s
ID (

Driver 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and the climate

control settings are turned to the respective mode
automatically when you set the power mode to ON.

The High Voltage battery level being low may reduce
the climate control system performance.

(On/off) Button

AUTO Button

On Demand Multi-Use Display

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Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch

Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch

Passenger’s Side
Temperature

Driver’s Side
Temperature

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Operating from the On Demand Multi-Use Display

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Using Automatic Climate Control

You can store two customized climate control
settings to the system and recall them from the On
Demand Multi-Use Display

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2 Shortcuts P. 218

On Demand Multi-Use Display

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A/C (Air Conditioning) and
SYNC (Synchronized) Icon

Driver’s Side
Vent Mode Icon

Driver’s Side
Temperature Control
Icon

Recirculation/
Fresh Air mode
Icon

Passenger’s Side
Vent Mode Icon

Fan Control Icon

Passenger’s Side
Temperature Control
Icon

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Changing the interior temperature setting

1. Select the driver’s or passenger’s side

temperature control.

2. Change the temperature setting from the

following:

Temperature bar: Select a point where your
desired temperature setting is.
Farther to the left is for a lower, and to the
right for a higher setting.
3/4: To raise or lower the temperature
setting one degree at a time.
While you select and hold 3/4, the
temperature decreases or increases.
MAX COOL ON/OFF: To rapidly cool down
the interior.

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The AUTO indicator comes on. The
setting returns to the previously selected
value when you select it again.

MAX HEAT ON/OFF: To rapidly warm up the
interior.

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The AUTO indicator comes on. The
setting returns to the previously selected
value when you select it again.

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When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.

When you set the MAX COOL or MAX HEAT, MAX
COOL or MAX HEAT is displayed.

The side you selected.

Temperature Bar

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Switching the vent mode

1. Select the driver’s or passenger’s side vent

mode.

2. Select a desired vent mode icon, or Driver

Mode Auto (driver’s side)/Passenger
Mode Auto (passenger’s side): The system
automatically selects the vent mode most
suitable to the ambient environment.

Vent mode

: Dashboard vents and back of the center

console

: Dashboard and floor vents, and back of

the center console

: Floor vents
: Floor and defroster vents (driver’s side

only)

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A/C on and off

1. Select A/C.
2. Select ON or OFF.

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Switching the vent mode

While the climate control system is in auto, Driver
Mode Auto or Passenger Mode Auto is
highlighted.

The side you selected.

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SYNC on and off

1. Select SYNC.
2. Select ON for synchronization mode, and

OFF for dual mode.

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When in synchronization mode, the
passenger’s side temperature and vent
mode become the same as the driver’s
side settings.

3. Adjust the temperature or change the

mode from the driver’s side.

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Changing the fan speed

1. Select .
2. Change the fan speed with one of the

following:
The fan speed level indicators: Select your
desired speed level. The smaller indicator is
for a slower speed, and the larger for a
faster speed.

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+/

(

-: To go up or down one level at a

time.
Fan AUTO: The system automatically
selects the fan speed most suitable to the
ambient environment.

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SYNC on and off

When you press the

button, the system changes

to synchronization mode.

When the system is in dual mode, the driver’s side
temperature and vent mode, and the passenger’s
side temperature and vent mode can be set
separately.

You can also return to dual mode by changing the
passenger’s side temperature or switching the vent mode.

The system adjusts each temperature based on the
information of the sunlight sensor and the sun
position updated by the navigation system’s GPS.

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Changing the fan speed

While the climate control system is in auto, Fan
AUTO is highlighted.

Fan Speed Level Indicators

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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes

1. Select ,

or

currently

shown.

2. Switch the mode depending on

environmental conditions to the following:

(recirculation mode): Recirculates air

from the vehicle’s interior through the system.

(auto mode): Automatically switch

between the recirculation and fresh air modes
most suitable to environmental conditions. If
the ambient temperature is low, the mode
may not change to recirculation to keep the
windows from fogging up.

(fresh air mode): Maintains outside

ventilation. Keep the system in fresh air mode
in normal situations.

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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes

While the climate control system is in AUTO,

is

highlighted.

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Shortcuts

You can store two sets of your preferred temperature, fan speed, and vent mode
settings to the climate control system.

To store a set of the climate control settings:
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Adjust the climate control system to your

preference.

2 Climate Control System P. 200

3. Select Climate.
4. Select Edit.
5. Select Add.
6. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to

store your settings to.

To recall one of the settings:
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Climate.
3. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2.

To delete a preset:
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Climate.
3. Select Edit.
4. Select Delete.
5. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to

delete.

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Shortcuts

You can also store a set by pressing and holding the
preset number you want to store that setting after
step 3.

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Pressing the

button turns the air

conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.

Press the

button again to turn off, the

system returns to the previous settings.

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To rapidly defrost the windows

1. Press the

button.

2. Select the recirculation mode.

2 Switching between the recirculation

and fresh air modes P. 205

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.

If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.

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To rapidly defrost the windows

After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.

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You can set the rear passenger compartment
temperature different than the driver’s, using
the rear temperature control dial.

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Rear Temperature Control Dial

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Rear Temperature Control Dial

The rear temperature can be adjusted when the
climate control system is on.

Dial up to raise
the temperature.

Dial down to lower
the temperature.

Rear
Temperature
Control Dial

Position of driver’s
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Automatic Climate Control Sensors

The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.

Sensor

Sensor

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Features

This chapter describes how to operate technology features.

Audio System

About Your Audio System. . . . 212
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . .. 213
Auxiliary Input Jack . . . . . . .. 213
Audio System Theft Protection . . . 214
Audio Remote Controls. . . . . 215

Audio System Basic Operation . . 216

On Demand Multi-Use Display

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Audio/Information Screen . . . . 225
Adjusting the Sound . . . . . . 230
Display Setup . . . . . . . . ... 231
Voice Control Operation . . . . .. 232
Playing AM/FM Radio . . . . . ... 237
Playing SiriusXM® Radio . . . . ... 242

Playing a CD . . . . . . . . . 245

Playing Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio ... 248
Playing an iPod . . . . . . . . 258
Song By Voice

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(SBV). . . . . .. 262

Playing Internet Radio . . . . . .. 266
Playing a USB Flash Drive . . . . . 269
Playing Bluetooth® Audio. . . . . 272

Audio Error Messages

CD Player. . . . . . . . . . . 274
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio. . . 275
iPod/USB Flash Drive . . . . . . 276
Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Aha

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Radio. . . . . . . . . . 278

General Information on the Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio Service . . . . ... 279

Recommended CDs . . . . . . . 280
Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash

Drives . . . . . . . . . . . 282

Honda App License Agreement. . 283
License Information . . . . . . . 295
About Open Source Licenses. . . 296

Customized Features. . . . . . 297

Defaulting All the Settings . . . ... 321
Deleting all HDD Data. . . . . .. 322

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ... 323
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®

Using HFL . . . . . . . . . . 326
HFL Menus . . . . . . . . . .. 328

AcuraLink® . . . . . . . . . . 365

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Audio System

About Your Audio System

The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also play
audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, Hard Disk Drive (HDD) audio, USB flash drives, and
iPod, iPhone and Bluetooth® devices.

You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the On Demand Multi-Use
Display

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About Your Audio System

SiriusXM® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM® Radio,
contact a dealer.

2 General Information on the Audio System

P. 279

SiriusXM® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.

Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not
supported.

iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.

State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.

When the screen is viewed through polarized
sunglasses, a rainbow pattern may appear on the
screen due to optical characteristics of the screen. If
this is disturbing, please operate the screen without
polarized sunglasses.

Remote Controls

iPod

USB Flash Drive

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USB Port

Install the iPod USB connector or the USB flash
drive to the USB port.

Auxiliary Input Jack

Use the jack to connect standard audio
devices.

1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the

input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.

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The audio system automatically switches
to the AUX mode.

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USB Port

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Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.

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We recommend using an extension cable with the
USB port.

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Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.

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Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.

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We recommend your data backed up before using
the device in your vehicle.

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Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.

If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.

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Auxiliary Input Jack

You can return to the AUX mode by selecting
Change Source on the Audio menu screen or
Source on the On Demand Multi-Use Display

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Audio System Theft Protection

The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the 12-volt battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the
system may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.

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Reactivating the audio system

1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power button for more than two seconds.

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The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.

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Audio Remote Controls

Allows you to operate the audio system while driving. The information is shown on
the multi-information display or head-up display.

SOURCE Button
Cycles through the audio modes as follows:
FM AM SiriusXM® CD HDD USB
iPod Bluetooth® Audio Pandora®

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Aha

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AUX

Left Selector Wheel
Roll Up: To increase the volume.
Roll Down: To decrease the volume.
Push: To mute. Push again to unmute.
• When listening to the radio

Move to the right: To select the next preset radio station.
Move to the left: To select the previous preset radio station.
Move to the right and hold: To select the next strong station.
Move to the left and hold: To select the previous strong station.

• When listening to a CD, HDD, iPod, USB flash drive, or Bluetooth® Audio

Move to the right: To skip to the next song.
Move to the left: To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.
Move to the right and hold: To go to the group up. (Bluetooth® Audio only)
Move to the left and hold: To go to the group down. (Bluetooth® Audio only)

• When listening to a CD, HDD or USB flash drive

Move to the right and hold: To skip to the next folder.
Move to the left and hold: To go back to the previous folder.

• When listening to Pandora®

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Move to the right: To skip to the next song.
Move to the right and hold: To select the next station.
Move to the left and hold: To select the previous station.

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Some mode appears only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.

Left Selector Wheel

SOURCE Button

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Audio System Basic Operation

To use the audio system function, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.

Use the interface dial or MENU button to
access some audio functions.

Press

to switch between the normal and

extended display for some functions.

Interface dial: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection. Move right, left, up or down to
select a secondary menu.
MENU button: Press to select any mode. The
available mode includes Sound, Change
Source, Refresh Station List, Save Preset,
Radio Text, Music Search, and play modes.
Play modes can be also selected from Scan,
Random/Repeat, and so on.
BACK button: Press to go back to the
previous display.

(Day/Night) button: Press to change

the audio/information screen brightness.
Press

once and make an adjustment

using the interface dial.

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Each time you press

, the mode

switches between the daytime mode,
nighttime mode and off mode.

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Voice Control System
The navigation system is voice operable.

2 Voice Control Operation P. 232

These indications are used to show how to operate
the interface dial.

Rotate

to select.

Press

to

enter.

Move

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or to select a secondary menu.

Audio Menu Items

2 Sound P. 230
2 Refresh Station List P. 239
2 Save Preset P. 238, 244
2 Radio Text P. 240
2 Music Search P. 246, 250, 260, 270
2 Scan P. 240, 247, 251, 271
2 Random/Repeat P. 247, 251, 261, 271

When you unlock the doors with your remote, the
driver’s ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and the
audio system settings and preset memory are turned
to the respective mode automatically when you set
the power mode to ON.

Interface Dial

MENU Button

BACK Button

Button

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