Acura RLX (2018 year). Manual — part 2

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Features

(P 211)

Audio system

(P 216)

For navigation system operation

() See the Navigation System Manual

*1:Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.

Audio/Information Screen

Interface Dial/ENTER Button

(Power) Button

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

SETTINGS Button

VOL (Volume) Knob

BACK Button

NAV Button

AUDIO Button

INFO Button

On Demand Multi-Use Display

TM

PHONE Button

Preset Icons

*1

(Tune Up) Icon

*1

Source

*1

(Tune Down) Icon

*1

Tune

*1

More

Button

Shortcuts

*1

MENU Button

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Audio Remote Controls

(P 215)

● SOURCE Button

Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/
SiriusXM®/CD/HDD/USB/iPod/Bluetooth®
Audio/Pandora®

*

/Aha

TM

/AUX.

● Left Selector Wheel

Roll to adjust the volume up/down.
Radio:Shift to change the preset station.

Shift and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.

CD/HDD/USB device:

Shift to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Shift and hold to change a folder.

Left Selector Wheel

SOURCE Button

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Driving

(P 373)

Electronic Gear Selector

(P 387)

● Always depress the brake pedal before selecting

(

P or changing the gear position from

(

P.

● Select

(

P and depress the brake pedal when turning on the power.

Park
Press the

(

P button.

Used when parking or before turning the power on or off.
Transmission is locked.

Reverse
Press back the

(

R button.

Used when reversing.

Neutral
Press the

(

N button.

Transmission is not locked.

Drive
Press the

(

D button.

Used for normal driving.
The sequential shift mode can be used.

Gear Position Indicator
The gear position indicator
and the shift button indicator
indicate the current gear
selection.

Gear Position Indicator

Shift Button
Indicator

● Gear selection

READY Indicator
On: You can start to drive.

* Not available on all models

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Paddle Shifters

(P394)

● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual

transmission (1st through 7th). This is useful for regenerative
braking.

● D-paddle shift mode: The

transmission will shift back to
automatic mode once the system
detects that the vehicle is cruising.

● Sequential mode gear selection:

Holds the selected gear, and the
M (sequential mode) indicator
comes on, when the SPORT mode
is on.

● The sequential mode gear

selection is shown in the
instrument panel.

Gear Position Indicator

Shift Down

(

-

Paddle Shifter

Shift Up

(

+

Paddle Shifter

Sequential Mode Gear

Selection Indicator

M (sequential

mode) Indicator

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VSA® On and Off

(P 442)

● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system

helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.

● VSA® comes on automatically every time

you turn on the power system.

● To partially disable or fully restore VSA®

function, press and hold the button until
you hear a beep.

CMBS

TM

On and Off

(P 463)
● When a possible collision is likely

unavoidable, the CMBS

TM

can help you to

reduce the vehicle speed and the severity
of the collision.

● To turn the CMBS

TM

on or off, press and

hold the button until you hear a beep.

● The CMBS

TM

is turned on every time you

turn the power system on.

Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)

(P 447)

● The TPMS monitors tire pressure.

● The TPMS is turned on automatically

every time you turn on the power system.

Refueling

(P 490)

a

Press the fuel fill
door release button.

b

After refueling, wait
for about five
seconds before
removing the filler
nozzle.

Fuel recommendation:

Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or
higher

Fuel tank capacity: 15.1 US gal (57 L)

Wait for five seconds

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AcuraWatch

TM

(P 398)

AcuraWatch

TM

is a driver support system

which employs the use of two distinctly
different kinds of sensors, a radar sensor
located in the front grille and a front sensor
camera mounted to the interior side of the
windshield, behind the rearview mirror.

Front Sensor
Camera

The camera is located
behind the rearview
mirror.

Radar Sensor

The radar sensor is in
the front grille.

Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)

(P 404)

Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and
a set following interval behind a vehicle
detected ahead of yours and, if the detected
vehicle comes to a stop, can decelerate and
stop your vehicle, without you having to
keep your foot on the brake or the
accelerator.

Lane Keeping Assist
System (LKAS)

(P 423)

Provides steering input to help keep the
vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and
provides tactile and visual alerts if the
vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane.

Road Departure
Mitigation (RDM) System

(P 418)

Alerts and helps to assist you when the
system detects a possibility of your vehicle
unintentionally crossing over detected lane
markings and/or leaving the roadway
altogether.

Collision Mitigation
Braking System

TM

(CMBS

TM

)

(P 460)

Can assist you when there is a possibility of
your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a
pedestrian detected in front of yours. The
CMBS

TM

is designed to alert you when a

potential collision is determined, as well as
to reduce your vehicle speed to help
minimize collision severity when a collision is
deemed unavoidable.

Traffic Jam Assist

(P 430)

The traffic jam assist system uses a radar
sensor mounted inside the front grille and a
camera mounted to the upper portion of
the windshield to detect and monitor left
and right white (yellow) traffic lane lines as
well as any vehicle ahead. Based on inputs
from the radar sensor and camera, the
system adjusts the speed of your vehicle to
maintain a set interval between your vehicle
and the one detected ahead. It also applies
steering torque to keep your vehicle in the
center of the detected lane when you are
driving in heavy traffic.

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Maintenance

(P 493)

Under the Hood

(P 502)

● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and inverter coolant. Add

when necessary.

● Check brake fluid.

● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.

a

Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.

b

Locate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.

c

When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.

Lights

(P 515)

● Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades

(P 518)

● Replace blades if they leave streaks

across the windshield.

Tires

(P 521)

● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

● Check tire pressures regularly.

● Install snow tires for winter driving.

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Handling the Unexpected

(P 541)

Flat Tire

(P 543)

● Park in a safe location and repair the flat

tire using the tire repair kit, or replace
the flat tire with the compact spare tire

*1

.

Indicators Come On

(P 569)
● Identify the indicator and consult the

owner’s manual.

*1:Vehicles with optional spare tire kit

Power System Won’t Start

(P 561)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start

using a booster battery.

Blown Fuse

(P 574)

● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

device does not operate.

Overheating

(P 567)

● Park in a safe location. If you do not see

steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system and the engine
cool down.

Emergency Towing

(P 581)
● Call a professional towing service if you

need to tow your vehicle.

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What to Do If

Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?

This can occur when the ABS activates and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.

2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (P 458)

The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?

Check if the childproof lock is in
the LOCK position. If so, open the
rear door with the outside door
handle.
To cancel this function, slide the
lever to the UNLOCK position.

Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors?

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.

Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?

The beeper sounds when:

●

The power mode is in ACCESSORY.

●

The exterior lights are left on.

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Why does a buzzer sound
when I walk away from the
vehicle after I close the
door?

The buzzer sounds if you move outside the walk away auto
door lock operating range before the door completely closes.

2 To lock (Walk Away Auto Door Lock) (P 133)

Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?

The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front passenger are
not wearing their seat belts.

Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?

The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.

I’m seeing an amber
indicator of a tire with an
exclamation point. What is
that?

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) needs attention.
Check tire pressure.

2 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks (P 572)

Pressing the electric
parking brake switch does
not release the parking
brake. Why?

Press the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal
depressed.

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Depressing the accelerator
pedal does not release the
parking brake
automatically. Why?

●

Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

●

Check if the transmission is in

(

P

or

(

N

. If so, select any other

position.

Why does the gear position
automatically change to

(

P

when I open the driver's
door to check for parking
space lines when
reversing?

●

Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

●

Close the driver's door and manually change the gear
position.

2 When opening the driver’s door (P 390)

Unleaded gasoline with a
Pump Octane Number
(PON) of 91 or higher is
recommended.
Is it possible to use
unleaded gasoline with a
Pump Octane Number
(PON) of 87 or lower on
this vehicle?

Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or
higher is recommended.
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic
knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine
performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to
engine damage.

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Safe Driving

You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.

For Safe Driving

Important Safety Precautions. . . .. 34
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features. . . 36
Safety Checklist . . . . . . . . . 37

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts . . . . . . 38
Fastening a Seat Belt . . . . . . .. 41
Seat Belt Inspection. . . . . . . 44

Airbags

Airbag System Components . . . ... 45
Types of Airbags . . . . . . . . 48
Front Airbags (SRS) . . . . . . . 48

Driver’s Knee Airbag . . . . . . .. 52
Side Airbags. . . . . . . . . ... 54
Side Curtain Airbags . . . . . . .. 56
Airbag System Indicators. . . . . 57
Airbag Care . . . . . . . . . ... 59

Child Safety

Protecting Child Passengers . . . ... 60
Safety of Infants and Small Children. ... 62
Safety of Larger Children . . . . ... 70

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas . . . . . ... 72

Safety Labels

Label Locations . . . . . . . . .. 73

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For Safe Driving

The following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important.

Important Safety Precautions

■

Always wear your seat belt

A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly.

■

Restrain all children

Children ages 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the
front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger
children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat.

■

Be aware of airbag hazards

While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants
who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children,
and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.

■

Don’t drink and drive

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink.
So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either.

1

Important Safety Precautions

Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.

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Safe Driving

■

Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely

Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.

■

Control your speed

Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.

■

Keep your vehicle in safe condition

Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.

■

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle

Children left unattended in the vehicle may be injured if they activate one or more
of the vehicle controls. They may also cause the vehicle to move, resulting in a crash
in which the children and/or another person(s) can be injured or killed. Also,
depending on the ambient temperature, the temperature of the interior may reach
extreme levels, which can result in injury or death. Even if the climate control system
is on, never leave children in the vehicle unattended as the climate control system
can shut off at any time.

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Safe Driving

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and
your passengers.

1

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that
work together to help protect you and your
passengers during a crash.

Some features do not require any action on your part.
These include a strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger compartment,
front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering
column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat
belts in a sufficient crash.

However, you and your passengers cannot take full
advantage of these features unless you remain seated
in the correct position and always wear your seat
belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to
injuries if they are not used properly.

6

7

9

10

11

12

Safety Cage
Crush Zones
Seats and Seat-Backs
Head Restraints
Collapsible Steering Column
Seat Belts
Front Airbags

Side Curtain Airbags
Door Locks

Side Airbags

Seat Belt Tensioners/Seat Belt
e-pretensioners

7

7

10

10

9

9

11

11

6

12

8

Knee Airbag

8

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Safety Checklist

Safe Driving

Safety Checklist

For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items
each time before you drive.
• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked.

Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider
from unexpectedly opening a door.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 139

• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are

adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the
vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a
crash.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 175

• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective

when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller
persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.

2 Adjusting the Front and Rear Outer Head Restraint Positions P. 178

• Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any

passengers are properly belted as well.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 41

• Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child’s age, height

and weight.

2 Child Safety P. 60

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Safety Checklist

If the door and/or trunk open message appears on
the multi-information display, a door and/or the
trunk is not completely closed. Close all doors and
the trunk tightly until the message disappears.

2 Multi-Information Display Warning and

Information Messages P. 100

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