Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index......................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Page 1 2007 Acura RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................i A Few Words About Safety........................iii...
Page 2 The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2007 Acura RDX was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
Page 4 Main Menu Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.
Page 5 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle.
Page 6: Important Handling Information
Main Menu Important Handling Information Your RDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain.
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL AUDIO SYSTEM CEILING CONSOLE PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.65) INDICATORS (P.180) (P.9, 34) GAUGES (P.75) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9 ,26) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.170) POWER DOOR LOCK POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH MASTER SWITCH (P.131) (P.131)
Page 8: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD HEADLIGHTS/TURN PADDLE SHIFTERS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS/ SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.299) (P.125) REAR WINDOW (P.121/122) NAVIGATION SYSTEM UPPER DISPLAY WIPER/WASHER CENTER DISPLAY (P.179) (P.178) (P.119/120) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS PASSENGER AIRBAG (P.237) OFF INDICATOR (P.34) VEHICLE STABILITY REAR WINDOW...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Your Seat Belts ....... Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
Page 10: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
Page 11: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any (10) action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush...
Page 12: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 13: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger...
Page 14 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors and the protect the driver, adult passengers, tailgate are closed and locked.
Page 16 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors and the tailgate reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door or the tailgate and falling out.
Page 17: Adjust The Front Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Front Seats If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 18: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs Passengers with adjustable seat- Reclining a seat-back so that the backs should also adjust their seat- shoulder part of the belt no longer back to a comfortable, upright rests against the occupant’s chest position.
Page 19: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries. Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their See page for how to adjust the effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat This spreads the forces of a crash Belts over the strongest bones in your Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Never place the shoulder portion of a Maintain a Proper Sitting Position lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash.
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the...
Page 23: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the Keep your hands and arms away If they do, they If your Never let passengers ride in the same seat belt. from the airbag covers.
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components The seat belt system If either the driver or a front Your seat belt system includes lap/ includes an indicator on the passenger does not fasten their seat shoulder belts in all five seating instrument panel and a beeper to...
Page 25: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency beeper sounds when the driver’s seat The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor.
Page 26: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the shoulder part of the belt is Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to pulled all the way out, the lockable activate in any collision severe retractor will activate.
Page 27: Seat Belt Maintenance
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance If a seat belt is worn during a crash, For safety, you should check the it must be replaced by your dealer. A condition of your seat belts regularly.
Page 28: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (10) (12) (14) (13) (15) (11) (1) Driver’s Front Airbag (2) Passenger’s Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Side Curtain Airbags (7) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (8) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors...
Page 29 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two side curtain airbags, one for Sensors that can detect whether each side of the vehicle. The the driver’s seat belt and a front Two SRS (supplemental restraint airbags are stored in the ceiling, passenger’s seat belt is latched or...
Page 30: How Your Front Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags A rollover sensor that can detect if An indicator on the instrument How Your Front Airbags Work your vehicle is about to roll over panel that alerts you that the and signal the control unit to passenger’s side airbag has been deploy both side curtain airbags...
Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt This can happen if the severity of a restrains your lower body and torso, collision is at the margin, or and the front airbag helps protect threshold, that determines whether your head and chest.
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- fast that most occupants are not airbags.
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags For both advanced airbags to work Your front airbags are also advanced properly: airbags. The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag- Occupants must sit upright and caused injuries to short drivers and wear their seat belts properly.
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the To ensure that the passenger’s passenger’s seat can also cause the advanced front airbag system will airbag to be turned off. work properly, do not do anything that would increase or decrease the...
Page 35: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work Only one airbag will deploy during a Side Airbag Cutoff System side impact. If the impact is on the Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff passenger’s side, the passenger’s system designed primarily to protect side airbag will deploy even if there...
Page 36: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the side airbag off indicator comes How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s on (see page ), have the Work side, the passenger’s side curtain passenger sit upright.
Page 37: How The Srs Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works On RDX with Technology Package How the Side Airbag Off The SRS indicator alerts model Indicator Works you to a potential problem You will also see a ‘‘CHECK U.S.
Page 38: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects come on.
Page 39: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a If your vehicle has a moderate to Your airbag systems are virtually Take your vehicle to an Even if your problem.
Page 40: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Do not cover or replace front seat- Do not remove or modify a front Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting seat without consulting your Together, airbags and Improperly replacing...
Page 41: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.
Page 42: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are...
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISORS children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 44: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If a child requires close physical If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact, Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.
Page 45: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt Lock all doors and the tailgate Never hold an infant or child on that a child can reach is buckled, when your vehicle is not in use.
Page 46: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Only a rear-facing child seat provides Rear-facing Child Seat Placement proper support for a baby’s head, A rear-facing child seat can be placed neck, and back. in any seating position in the back seat, but not in the front.
Page 47: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children Of the different seats available, we strongly recommend that you install recommend those that have a five- the child seat directly behind the point harness system as shown.
Page 48 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Even with advanced front airbags Child Seat Placement We strongly recommend placing a that automatically turn the forward-facing child seat in a back passenger’s front airbag off (see Placing a forward-facing child seat, not the front.
Page 49: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need Since LATCH-compatible child seats Whatever type of seat you choose, to to choose either a conventional child are easier to install and reduce the provide proper protection, a child seat, or one designed for use with possibility of improper installation,...
Page 50: Installing A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat A child seat secured with a seat belt Secure the child in the child seat. and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as Make sure the child is properly there are three main steps in...
Page 51: With Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with Using the Outer LATCH BUTTON LOWER ANCHORS LATCH FOR CENTER LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the rear seats to secure a child seat in any seating position: one in each outer seating position, or one in the center.
Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP Rigid type Flexible type Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats have Lift the head restraint (see page seat, then attach the seat to the a flexible-type connector as shown ), then route the tether strap lower anchors according to the...
Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH CENTER LOWER ANCHORS TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor, then tighten the To install a LATCH-compatible child Follow step 1 through 8 as described strap as instructed by the child seat in the rear center seating...
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Do not attach two child seat connectors to a single lower anchor at a time. The LATCH system or the child seats might be damaged if you try to install three child seats in the rear seats.
Page 55: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
Page 56: With A Tether
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat (Outer seating position) After properly securing the child seat (see page ), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs. (Rear center seating position) Remove the head restraint (see page...
Page 58: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 59: Using A Booster Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces between the child’s neck and arm? also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or Is the lap part of the belt as low as weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs).
Page 60: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children If a child who uses a booster seat Of course, children vary widely. And When Can a Larger Child Sit in must ride in front, move the vehicle Front while age may be one indicator of seat as far back as possible and be The National Highway Traffic Safety...
Page 61: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a ride up front, be sure to: Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt.
Page 62: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate open, airflow can carbon monoxide gas. Carbon pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s monoxide should not enter the interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Page 63: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISORS shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models Canadian models hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Labels HOOD DOOR JAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP...
Page 65: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Multi-Information Display ..... Front Passenger’s Seat the controls and displays that System Messages ....... Adjustments ......contribute to the daily operation of Customized Settings ....Head Restraints ......your vehicle. All the essential Controls Near the Steering Armrests ........
Page 66: Control Locations
Table of Contents Main Menu Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL AUDIO SYSTEM CEILING CONSOLE INDICATORS (P.65) (P.180) CLIMATE CONTROL GAUGES (P.75) SYSTEM (P.170) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.131) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.199) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.151) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.131) POWER WINDOW SWITCH...
Page 67 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel RDX model VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.73, 309) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.70) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER) (P.68, 396) (P.69) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.70) (P.70) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.70)
Page 68 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel RDX with Technology Package model HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.70) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.73, 309) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER) (P.68, 396) (P.69) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.70) (P.70) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR...
Page 69 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If your front passenger does not Malfunction Indicator indicators that give you important fasten their seat belt, the indicator Lamp information about your vehicle. comes on about 6 seconds after the For more information, see page ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position.
Page 70: Instrument Panel Indicators
Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Charging System A/T Temperature Supplemental Restraint Indicator Indicator System (SRS) Indicator If this indicator comes on when the This indicator monitors the This indicator comes on for several engine is running, the battery is not temperature of the automatic seconds when you turn the ignition being charged.
Page 71 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System U.S. Canada (ABS) Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on briefly when Side Airbag Off Indicator a few seconds when you turn the you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on when you ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 72 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators U.S. Canada If it remains on after you have U.S. Canada fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it Parking Brake and Brake System comes on while driving, there Brake System Indicator (Amber) could be a problem with the brake The brake system indicator (amber)
Page 73 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator On RDX with Technology Package Vehicle Stability Assist model (VSA) System Indicator You will also see a ‘‘FUEL LOW’’ This indicator normally comes on for message on the multi-information a few seconds when you turn the display (see page ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 74 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators VSA Activation Indicator Cruise Main Indicator This indicator has three functions: This indicator comes on when you Turn Signal and Hazard Warning turn on the cruise control system by Indicators It comes on as a reminder that you pressing the CRUISE button (see The left or right turn signal indicator have turned off the vehicle...
Page 75 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Daytime Running Lights Security System Indicator Lights On Indicator Indicator This indicator reminds you that the On RDX model only If this indicator comes on when the exterior lights are on. It comes on ignition switch is turned to the ON when the light switch is in either the (II) position and the parking brake is...
Page 76 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators SH-AWD Indicator If this indicator blinks while driving, Tire Pressure Monitor it indicates the differential This indicator normally comes on for temperature is too high. a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) On RDX with Technology Package position.
Page 77 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure On RDX with Technology Package Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator model System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE On RDX model only a few seconds when you turn the PRESSURE’’...
Page 78 Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Minder System Message Door and Tailgate Open Monitor Indicator Indicator On RDX model On RDX model only On RDX with Technology Package This indicator comes on for a few model only seconds when you turn the ignition This indicator comes on when there switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 79: Turbo Boost Meter
Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Turbo Boost Meter RDX model SPEEDOMETER When the turbo charger is activated, this meter shows the boost pressure. TACHOMETER Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.
Page 80 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges On RDX with Technology Package model For information about multi- information display, see page Information Display On RDX model The information display in the instrument panel displays various information when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some information helps your safety driving.
Page 81 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges To reset a trip meter, display it, and Outside Temperature Indicator If the outside temperature is then press and hold the Select/Reset This shows the outside temperature incorrectly displayed, you can adjust knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’. in Fahrenheit (U.S.
Page 82 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Temperature Gauge Maintenance Minder Check Fuel Cap Message This shows the temperature of the The information display in the If your fuel fill cap is loose or engine’s coolant. During normal instrument panel shows you the missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’...
Page 83 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display On RDX with Technology Package When you turn the ignition switch to INFO BUTTONS model the ON (II) position, what you last The multi-information display in the selected is displayed. instrument panel displays various information and messages when the In the multi-information display, the ignition switch is in the ON (II)
Page 84 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display U.S. model is shown. IGNITION ON IGNITION OFF : Press the SEL/ RESET Button : Press the INFO ( / ) Button...
Page 85 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Odometer When you reset Trip A, AVG. The temperature sensor is in the The odometer shows the total FUEL A is reset at the same time. front bumper. The temperature distance your vehicle has been When you reset Trip B, AVG.
Page 86 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder RANGE AVG. SPEED The multi-information display in the This shows the estimated distance This shows the average speed you instrument panel shows you the you can travel on the fuel remaining are traveling in miles per hour (mph) engine oil life and maintenance in the fuel tank.
Page 87 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Temperature Gauge HandsFreeLink Monitor This shows the temperature of the You can receive or make phone calls This monitor shows how much engine’s coolant. During normal from your cellphone through your torque is being delivered to each operation, the reading should rise vehicle’s HandsFreeLink (HFL)
Page 88 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with your See page See page vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does See page See page this by interrupting the current...
Page 89 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display See page See page See page See page See page See page U.S. Canada See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page CONTINUED...
Page 90 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected.
Page 91 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Customized Settings You cannot customize the settings If you want the settings as they were With the multi-information display under these conditions: when the vehicle left the factory, and the INFO ( / ) and SEL/ select DEFAULT ALL, as described RESET buttons on the right side of If you turn the ignition switch to...
Page 92 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page METER SETUP LANGUAGE SELECTION Changes the language used in the display. ENGLISH (P.93) FRENCH SPANISH ADJUST OUTSIDE Changes the outside temperature reading above or 5°F 0°F 5°F below its current reading.
Page 93 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page Changes which doors unlock with the remote DOOR SETUP DOOR LOCK MODE DRIVER DOOR (P.107) transmitter in a first push. ALL DOORS KEYLESS LOCK The exterior lights flash each time you press the ACKNOWLEDGMENT LOCK or UNLOCK button.
Page 94 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display DEFAULT ALL To enter the customizing mode, To set the default settings, select When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will press and hold the INFO ( / ) DEFAULT ALL, and press the SEL/ see the above display for several button for more than 3 seconds.
Page 95 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Change Settings You can customize some of the vehicle control settings to your preference. Here are the settings you can customize: METER SETUP LIGHTING SETUP DOOR SETUP While CHG SETTING in the CUSTOMIZE ENTRY is shown in the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 96 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display See page : Press and hold the INFO ( / ) button See page (3 seconds) : Press the SEL/RESET button or the Select/ Reset knob See page : Press the INFO ( / ) button or rotate the Select/Reset knob...
Page 97 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Meter Setup Here are the four custom settings for the meter setup: See page LANGUAGE SELECTION ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ELAP. TIME RESET See page CONDITION While METER SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the...
Page 98 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Language Selection There are three language selections you can make: English, French, and Spanish. To choose the language you want, follow these instructions: While METER SETUP is shown in Select the desired language by the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the pressing the INFO ( / ) button, multi-information display, press the...
Page 99 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit LANGUAGE SELECTION the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO then the screen goes back to...
Page 100 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Adjust Outside Temp. Display If you sometimes find that the temperature reading is a few degrees above or below the actual temperature, you can adjust it by U.S. following these instructions: Canada While METER SETUP is shown in Press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 101 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display U.S. Canada When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, DISPLAY without changing the then the screen goes back to current setting, select EXIT by...
Page 102 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset with Refuel To cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL A to reset every time you refuel your vehicle, follow these instructions: While METER SETUP is shown in Press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 103 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit TRIP A & AVG. FUEL the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, RESET with REFUEL without then the screen goes back to changing the current setting, select...
Page 104 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Elap. Time Reset Condition There are three elapsed time reset choices you can make: IGN RESET The elapsed time is reset when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. TRIP A The elapsed time is reset when the Trip A is reset.
Page 105 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit ELAP. TIME RESET the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, CONDITION without changing the then the screen goes back to then the screen goes back to...
Page 106 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup There are two settings in the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER page While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is shown in the multi-information display, select LIGHTING SETUP by pressing INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 107 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Interior Light Dimming Time The interior lights fade out when you close all doors. You can change the time that the interior lights fade out. While LIGHTING SETUP is shown Press the SEL/RESET button. The in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the screen changes as shown above.
Page 108 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit INTERIOR LIGHT the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, DIMMING TIME without changing then the screen goes back to then the screen goes back to...
Page 109 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver’s door and take the remote with you. To change how long the lights stay on before they go off, follow these instructions:...
Page 110 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, TIMER without changing the then the screen goes back to then the screen goes back to...
Page 111 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Door Setup There are five settings to choose from in the door setup: See page AUTO DOOR LOCK DOOR LOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT See page SECURITY RELOCK TIMER AUTO DOOR UNLOCK While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is : Press the SEL/ shown in the multi-information See page...
Page 112 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Auto Door Lock There are three settings you can choose from: The auto door lock is deactivated all the time. WITH VEH SPD The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (about 15 km/h).
Page 113 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit AUTO DOOR LOCK without the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, changing the current setting, select then the screen goes back to EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )
Page 114 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Door Lock Mode To select whether the driver’s door unlocks or all the doors unlock when you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the key, follow these instructions. While DOOR SETUP is shown in the Press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 115 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit DOOR LOCK MODE the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, without changing the current setting, then the screen goes back to select EXIT by pressing the INFO...
Page 116 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment When you press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter to unlock the doors and the tailgate, the exterior lights blink twice to verify that the doors and the tailgate are unlocked and the security system is turned off.
Page 117 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit KEYLESS LOCK the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, ACKNOWLEDGMENT without then the screen goes back to then the screen goes back to...
Page 118 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Security Relock Timer If you unlock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the doors and the tailgate automatically relock and the security system sets.
Page 119 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit SECURITY RELOCK the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, TIMER without changing the then the screen goes back to current setting, select EXIT by...
Page 120 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display Auto Door Unlock There are three settings you can choose from: SHIFT TO P The driver’s door or all the doors unlock when you move the shift lever to Park. IGN OFF The driver’s door or all the doors unlock when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
Page 121 Table of Contents Main Menu Multi-Information Display When your choice is set, you will see If your choice is not set, you will see To exit AUTO DOOR UNLOCK the above display for several seconds, the above display for several seconds, without changing the current setting, then the screen goes back to select EXIT by pressing the INFO...
Page 122 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel WINDSHIELD HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ PADDLE SHIFTERS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS/ FOG LIGHTS (P.299) (P.125) UPPER DISPLAY REAR WINDOW (P.121/122) (P.179) WIPER/WASHER (P.119/120) NAVIGATION SYSTEM CENTER DISPLAY (P.178) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.237) PASSENGER AIRBAG (P.34)
Page 123: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Table of Contents Main Menu Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wiper MIST The wipers run at high The wipers run at low speed. speed until you release the lever. The wipers run at high speed. The wipers are not activated. Windshield Washers Pull the The length of the wiper...
Page 124 Table of Contents Main Menu Windshield Wipers and Washers The wiper is not activated. Rear Window Wiper and Washer Rear Window Wiper and Washer When you turn the wiper switch to Hold past ON to turn the rear OFF while the rear window wiper is window wiper on and to spray the in action, it will return to its parked rear window washer.
Page 125: Turn Signal And Headlights
Table of Contents Main Menu Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the Headlights Turning the switch to lever to signal a left turn and up to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the signal a right turn. To signal a lane parking lights, taillights, instrument change, push lightly on the lever, panel lights, side-marker lights, and...
Page 126 Table of Contents Main Menu Headlights Push the lever High Beams Fog Lights Automatic Lighting Off Feature forward and the high beam indicator Turn the fog lights on and off by This feature turns off the headlights, will come on (see page ).
Page 127 Table of Contents Main Menu Headlights The lights will turn on again when Daytime Running Lights you unlock or open the driver’s door. With the headlight switch off or in If you unlock the door, but do not position, the high beam open it within 15 seconds, the lights headlights and the high beam will go off.
Page 128: Instrument Panel Brightness
Table of Contents Main Menu Instrument Panel Brightness INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS U.S. model is shown U.S. model is shown CONTROL KNOB The knob on the instrument panel To reduce glare at night, the On RDX with Technology Package controls the brightness of the instru- instrument panel illumination dims model ment panel lights.
Page 129 Table of Contents Main Menu Rear Window Defogger, Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger If you do not turn it off, the defogger Hazard Warning Button will automatically shut itself off after a certain period depending on the ambient temperature. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch.
Page 130 Table of Contents Main Menu Steering Wheel Adjustment, Keys and Locks Steering Wheel Adjustment Keys Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. MASTER KEYS VALET KEY WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) NUMBER TRANSMITTER Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 131: Keys And Locks
Table of Contents Main Menu Keys and Locks You should have received a key Retractable Master Key Always use the fully-extended key number tag with your keys. You will when you insert it to the ignition need this key number if you ever switch.
Page 132: Immobilizer System
Table of Contents Main Menu Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an key’s coding if another immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
Page 133: Ignition Switch
Table of Contents Main Menu Ignition Switch LOCK (0) You can insert or ON (II) This is the normal key remove the key only in this position. position when driving. Several of the To turn the key, the shift lever must indicators on the instrument panel be in Park, and you must push the come on as a test when you turn the...
Page 134 Table of Contents Main Menu Ignition Switch You will hear a reminder beeper if The shift lever must be in Park you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or before you can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I) position and the ignition switch.
Page 135: Door Locks
Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks Power Door Locks When the door is unlocked, you can see the red indicator on the lock tab Lock LOCK TAB next to the inside door handle. Driver’s Side Unlock All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the Lock key in the driver’s door lock.
Page 136 Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks When the vehicle speed reaches To lock any passenger’s door when Childproof Door Locks about 9 mph (about 15 km/h) or getting out of the vehicle, pull more, all the doors lock backward on the lock tab and close automatically.
Page 137 Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Auto Door Locking To activate an auto door lock mode: On RDX model On RDX model Locks all doors and the tailgate when Your vehicle has customizable The auto door locking feature has the vehicle’s speed reaches about 9 mph settings for the doors and the three possible settings:...
Page 138 Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks Push and hold the brake pedal, Push and hold the front of the To turn the auto door lock modes then move the shift lever out of master door lock switch on the off: Park (P).
Page 139 Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks To activate an auto door lock mode: Push and hold the front of the Auto Door Unlocking Locks all doors and the tailgate when master door lock switch on the On RDX model driver’s door.
Page 140 Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks Push and hold the brake pedal, To activate an auto door unlock To turn the auto door unlock modes then move the shift lever out of mode: off: Park (P). Unlocks driver’s door or all doors and the tailgate when the ignition switch is Push and hold the rear of the out of the ON (II) position.
Page 141 Table of Contents Main Menu Door Locks Push and hold the rear of the To activate an auto door unlock Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the master door lock switch on the mode: driver’s door.
Page 142 Table of Contents Main Menu Tailgate The tailgate will lock or unlock when SWITCH you lock or unlock the driver’s door by using the key, the lock tab on the driver’s door, the master door lock switch, or the remote transmitter. TAILGATE HANDLE To open the tailgate, press and hold...
Page 143 Table of Contents Main Menu Tailgate Unlocking the Tailgate If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. LEVER COVER If the power door lock system cannot Push and hold the release lever to unlock the tailgate, unlock it the right as shown, then push the...
Page 144: Remote Transmitter
Table of Contents Main Menu Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once When you press the UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it button, the ceiling lights (if the front twice to unlock the remaining doors and rear ceiling light switches are in UNLOCK and the tailgate.
Page 145 Table of Contents Main Menu Remote Transmitter If you unlock the doors and the Remote Transmitter Care tailgate with the remote transmitter, Avoid dropping or throwing the but do not open any of the doors or transmitter. the tailgate within 30 seconds, the doors and the tailgate automatically Protect the transmitter from relock and the security system sets.
Page 146 Table of Contents Main Menu Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. BATTERY Battery type: CR1616 KEYPAD SCREW To replace the battery: Place a cloth on the edge of the...
Page 147 Table of Contents Main Menu Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery and note As required by the FCC: the polarity. Make sure the This device complies with Part 15 of the polarity of the new battery is the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the same ( side facing up), then following two conditions: (1) This device...
Page 148 Main Menu Seats Driver’s Seat Adjustments Raises or lowers See pages for important safety the seat. information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- Moves the whole backs. seat up and The controls for the power forward, or down adjustable driver’s seat are on the and backward.
Page 149 Table of Contents Main Menu Seats Front Passenger’s Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. LEVER To adjust the seat forward or To change the seat-back angle, pull backward, pull up on the bar under up on the lever on the outside of the...
Page 150 Table of Contents Main Menu Seats Head Restraints Rear Front See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 151 Table of Contents Main Menu Seats Armrests Folding the Rear Seats Down The rear seat-backs can be folded down to give more cargo room. Each Rear Front side folds down separately. So you can still carry a passenger in the rear seat.
Page 152 Table of Contents Main Menu Seats BUCKLE RELEASE LEVER STRAP Move the front seats as far Push the armrest back in place. Pull up the release lever on the forward as possible. Make sure outside of the seat-back. the front seat-backs are in the Lift the front edge of the rear seat Fold the seat-back forward.
Page 153 Table of Contents Main Menu Seats Do not put any heavy items on the To return the seat cushion to its seat-back when it is folded down. original position, lift up the seat cushion, then place the rear of the Make sure all items in the cargo area seat cushion at the base of the seat- are secured.
Page 154: Seat Heaters
Table of Contents Main Menu Seat Heaters In HI, the heater turns off when the Follow these precautions whenever seat gets warm, and turns back on you use the seat heaters: after the seat’s temperature drops. Use the HI setting only to heat the In LO, the heater runs continuously.
Page 155: Power Windows
Table of Contents Main Menu Power Windows The windows will operate for up to When you push the MAIN switch in, DRIVER’S WINDOW 10 minutes after you turn off the the switch is off, and the passenger SWITCH ignition switch. Opening either front windows cannot be raised or lowered.
Page 156 Table of Contents Main Menu Power Windows AUTO To open or close either AUTO REVERSE If either front front window fully, push or pull the window senses any obstacle while it window switch firmly down or up to is closing automatically, it will the second detent, and release it.
Page 157 Table of Contents Main Menu Moonroof Turn the ignition switch to the ON To close the moonroof fully, push MOONROOF SWITCH (II) position before operating the the moonroof switch forward to the Open moonroof switch on the ceiling second detent, then release it. The console.
Page 158 Table of Contents Main Menu Moonroof The moonroof has a key-off delay. Auto Reverse You can open and close the If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after obstacle while it is closing Opening or closing the you turn off the ignition switch.
Page 159 Table of Contents Main Menu Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving. SELECTOR SWITCH The inside mirror has day and night positions.
Page 160 Table of Contents Main Menu Mirrors Reverse Mirror Tilt Heated Mirrors With the selector switch in the R (right) position, the passenger’s side mirror will pivot downward slightly when you shift the transmission into reverse. This gives you a better view of the side of the vehicle while parallel parking.
Page 161: Parking Brake
Table of Contents Main Menu Parking Brake Push Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. On RDX with Technology Package model You will also see a ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL...
Page 162: Interior Lights
Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Lights In the ‘‘ ’’ position, both front Ceiling Lights and rear ceiling lights are off all the time. DOOR ACTIVATED With the front ceiling lights switch in this position, the rear ceiling light does not work, and both front and rear ceiling lights do not come on when you open any door.
Page 163 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Lights In the door activated position, both If you do not open any door after front and rear ceiling lights come on unlocking the driver’s door or when you: removing the key from the ignition LENSES switch, the light(s) fade out in about Open any door.
Page 164 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Lights Courtesy Lights The courtesy light in each front door Cargo Area Light comes on when the door is opened, and goes out when the door is closed. Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch.
Page 165 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items COAT HOOK DOOR LINING BEVERAGE SUN VISOR/VANITY FRONT DOOR POCKETS POCKET HOLDERS MIRROR CENTER POCKET CARGO AREA COVER ACCESSORY BEVERAGE HOLDERS in GLOVE BOX CENTER CONSOLE REAR SEAT ARMREST POWER SOCKETS...
Page 166: Interior Convenience Items
Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Front Door Pockets FRONT DOOR POCKET 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 Lock closed while driving.
Page 167 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the Push beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
Page 168 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets Sun Visor Front Console Compartment COVER COVER To use the accessory power socket, None of the sockets will power an To use the sun visor, pull it down. pull up the cover. The ignition switch automotive type cigarette lighter You can also use the sun visor at the must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or...
Page 169 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Console Compartment MASTER KEY Your vehicle has a multi-function Close console compartment. It includes an armrest, a coin holder, a pen holder, a card holder and a console compartment with two separatable shelves.
Page 170 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items PEN HOLDER COIN HOLDER CARD HOLDER SHELVES You can use the inside of the lid for a The console compartment has two When you store a large item like a pen holder, a coin holder and a card shelves to divide it into two levels.
Page 171 Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Convenience Items Cargo Area Cover HOOK CARGO AREA COVER HANGER BAR Your vehicle has a cargo area cover To remove it: Place the cargo area cover on the to conceal your luggage and protect cargo area floor.
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Page 173 Main Menu Features The climate control system in your Climate Control System ....Cruise Control ....... vehicle provides a comfortable Dual Temperature Control ..AcuraLink ........driving environment in all weather Climate Control Sensors ....HomeLink Universal conditions. Audio System ........
Page 174: Climate Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System RDX model RDX with Technology Package model DRIVER’S SIDE MODE INDICATOR TEMPERATURE DISPLAY PASSENGER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY TEMPERATURE DISPLAY DRIVER’S SIDE MODE INDICATOR TEMPERATURE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR BUTTON DIPLAY WINDSHIELD MODE BUTTON DEFROSTER BUTTON...
Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Proper use of the climate control Automatic Operation Set the desired temperature by system can make the interior dry The automatic climate control pushing of the driver’s and comfortable, and keep the system adjusts the fan speed and side temperature control buttons.
Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its Semi-automatic Operation Dual Button lowest limit ( ) or its highest You can manually select various Press the DUAL button to select limit ( ), the system runs at functions of the climate control dual temperature control mode (see full cooling or heating only.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculation Button Windshield Defroster Button Rear Window Defogger When the indicator in the button is This button turns the windshield Button on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defrost on and off. This button turns the rear window sent throughout the system again.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Air flows from the center Mode Button To Turn Everything Off Use the MODE button to select the and corner vents in the dashboard. If you press the OFF button, the vents the air flows from. Some air climate control system shuts off will flow from the dashboard corner Airflow is divided between...
Page 179: Dual Temperature Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control Your vehicle has four temperature RDX with Technology Package model RDX model control buttons, two for the driver, and two for the front passenger. The driver’s side and the passenger’s side can be controlled independently by adjusting these buttons when the indicator in the DUAL button is lit.
Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control When you set the temperature to its lower or upper limit, it is displayed as DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE Push AUTO or . The selected temperatures appear in the display. When the indicator in the DUAL button is off, you can adjust both sides to the same temperature by adjusting the driver’s side...
Page 181: Climate Control Sensors
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 182: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Read the appropriate pages in this RDX model section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle. For RDX model, see pages thru For RDX with Technology Package model, see page thru U.S.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System RDX with Technology Package model U.S. model is shown.
Page 184: Audio System (On Rdx Model)
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Play the AM/FM Radio VOLUME On RDX model LEVEL The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) STEREO SCAN position. Turn the system on by INDICATOR INDICATOR pushing the PWR/VOL knob, or the A.SEL AM or FM button.
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Select a Station SCAN The SCAN function Preset Each side of the bars (1 You can use any of five methods to samples all stations with strong 6) can store one frequency on AM find radio stations on the selected signals on the selected band.
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AUTO SELECT If you are If you do not like the stations auto Radio Frequencies and Reception traveling far from home and can no select has stored, you can store For information on AM/FM radio longer receive your preset stations, other frequencies on the preset bars.
Page 187: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer On RDX model Normal mode MP3/WMA mode SCAN (D-SCAN) INDICATOR RPT (D-RPT) FOLDER NUMBER INDICATOR SCAN (F-SCAN) RPT (F-RPT) INDICATOR INDICATOR VOLUME LEVEL DISC NUMBER TRACK NUMBER MP3 MODE WMA MODE INDICATOR INDICATOR...
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System U.S. model is shown. CD/AUX BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON RPT BUTTON A.SEL/RDM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BARS LOAD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON DISC LOAD INDICATOR DISC SLOT...
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Your audio system has an in-dash For best results when using CD-R or CD changer that holds up to six CDs, CD-RW discs, use only high quality providing several hours of discs labeled for audio use. When continuous entertainment.
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Loading CDs in the Changer When the disc load indicator turns To load a single disc: To load multiple discs in one green and ‘‘LOAD’’ appears on the Press and release the LOAD operation: center display again, insert the button on the changer unit.
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You will see ‘‘DISC READ’’ on the To Play a CD Playing an MP3/WMA Disc center display, then the system Select the CD changer by pressing The CD changer can play CD-Rs and begins to play the CD.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The specifications of the compatible If the title is too long, it will not show Name Display Function MP3 file are: Each time you press the DISP/ all at once. Press and hold the DISP/ MODE (U.S.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Change or Select Tracks/Files SEEK/SKIP Each time you In MP3/WMA mode While a disc is playing you can use press and release the side of FOLDER SELECTION the SEEK/SKIP bar to select the SEEK/SKIP bar, the system select a different folder, press and passages and change tracks (files in...
Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The scan function samples In MP3/WMA mode SCAN In MP3/WMA mode FOLDER REPEAT This feature, all the tracks (files in a folder in FOLDER SCAN The folder scan when activated, replays all the files MP3/WMA mode) of the current function samples the first file of each on the current folder in the order...
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System DISC SCAN The disc scan Each time you press and release the In MP3/WMA mode function samples the first track (file SCAN button, the mode changes FOLDER RANDOM This in MP3/WMA mode) of each disc from scan to folder scan, disc scan feature plays the files within a folder within the changer in numerical...
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Press and hold the eject button until To Pause a Disc Removing CDs from the Changer To pause a disc, press the To remove the disc that is currently you hear a beep to remove all the corresponding number of the playing, press and release the eject discs from the changer.
Page 197: Xm Satellite Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System XM Satellite Radio VOLUME LEVEL On U.S. RDX model only Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CHANNEL NAME CHANNEL MODE United States, except Hawaii and INDICATOR PRESET Alaska.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Each time you press and Operating the XM Radio DISP To Select a Channel To listen to the XM satellite Radio, release the DISP/MODE button, the When in the satellite radio mode, turn the ignition switch to the center display changes in the you can use any of four methods to ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SCAN The scan function gives Preset You can store up to 12 Pick a preset number for the you a sampling of all channels while preset channels using each side of channel you want to store. Press in the channel mode.
Page 200: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound On RDX model Press the SOUND/CLOCK button repeatedly to display the BASS, TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE, SUBWOOFER and SVC (speed- sensitive volume compensation) settings. Each mode is shown on the center display as it changes.
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SUBWOOFER Use the Speed-sensitive volume Audio System Lighting SUBWOOFER mode to adjust the compensation (SVC) The SVC You can use the instrument panel strength of the sound from the mode controls the volume based on brightness control knob to adjust the subwoofer speaker.
Page 202: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Setting the Clock On RDX model CLOCK To set the time, press the SOUND/ CLOCK button until you hear a beep, then release the button. The displayed time begins to blink. Change the hour by pressing the H (preset 4) side of the preset bar until the numbers advance to the desired time.
Page 203: Audio System (On Rdx With Technology Package Model)
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Interface Dial This dial consists of an upper part You can operate the audio system On RDX with Technology Package (selector) and a lower part (dial). with the control buttons on the CD Turning the dial left or right to select changer unit without displaying the model...
Page 204: To Play The Am/Fm Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Play the AM/FM Radio On RDX with Technology Package model UPPER DISPLAY RADIO BAND PRESET NUMBER SCAN INDICATOR A.SEL INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR AUDIO CONTROL DISPLAY U.S. model is shown.
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR TUNE/FOLDER BAR PRESET BUTTONS U.S. model is shown. CONTINUED...
Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The ignition switch must be in the On U.S. models ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) XM satellite radio information is position. Press the AUDIO button to available on page view the audio control display. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/ To Select a Station VOL knob or the AM/FM button...
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To activate the scan function with the interface dial, press the AUDIO button to view the audio control display, then push down the selector on the interface dial, and push the selector to the right. You will see ‘‘SCAN’’...
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Select the desired band, AM or To store the frequency on a preset FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store icon, turn the interface dial to two frequencies with each preset select a desired preset icon. The button (icon).
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To activate AUTO SELECT, press If you do not like the stations auto AUTO SEL INDICATOR the AUDIO button to view the audio select has stored, you can store control display. Push the interface other frequencies on the preset selector down to scroll down the buttons (icons) as previously...
Page 210: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer On RDX with Technology Package model Normal mode MP3/WMA mode DISC NUMBER MP3 MODE INDICATOR FOLDER NUMBER WMA MODE INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR TRACK NUMBER SCAN INDICATOR U.S. model is shown.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System U.S. model is shown. AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL DISC SLOT PWR/VOL KNOB DISC/AUX BUTTON DISC LOAD INDICATOR DISP/MODE BUTTON SCAN BUTTON EJECT BUTTON LOAD BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED...
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Your vehicle’s audio system has an The changer can also play MP3 or in-dash disc changer with the same WMA format (see page controls used for the radio. To operate the disc changer, the ignition DVD-A discs not meeting DVD switch must be in the ACCESSORY verification standards may not be...
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Loading CDs in the Changer Do not try to insert a disc until Insert a disc into the disc slot To load multiple discs in one ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could when the disc load indicator turns operation: damage the audio unit.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can also select the empty position by pressing the appropriate preset button. You can load a disc(s) in any mode (AM, FM, XM radio, or AUX) if you do not select an empty position. You cannot select the empty position if there is no disc in the changer.
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Play a Disc When playing a CD (CD-DA), the audio control display shows disc number, album name, track number, and elapsed time. When playing a CD without this information, the number of the disc and track playing and the elapsed time are shown on the audio control display.
Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If the disc has a complex structure, it The specifications of the compatible Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The CD changer can also play CD-Rs will be a while to read the disc before WMA file are: and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 the system begins to play it.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Change or Select Tracks/Files SEEK/SKIP Each time you While a disc is playing you can use press and release the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar to select the SEEK/SKIP bar, the system passages and change tracks (files in skips forward to the beginning of the MP3/WMA mode).
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System In MP3/WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION CURRENT TRACK CURRENT select a different folder, press and FOLDER(S) release the side of the TUNE/ FOLDER bar to move to the beginning of the next folder. Press and release the side of the bar to move to the beginning of the...
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You will see ‘‘REPEAT’’ next to the REPEAT INDICATOR TRACK icon on the audio control REPEAT INDICATOR display. To turn off this feature, select track repeat as previously described, then press ENTER again. TRACK REPEAT ICON DISC REPEAT ICON This feature, when...
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You will see ‘‘FOLDER REPEAT’’ on FOLDER REPEAT INDICATOR the audio control display. To turn off SCAN INDICATOR this feature, select folder repeat, then press ENTER again. SCAN The scan function samples all the tracks/files (in MP3/WMA mode) of the current disc/folder in the order they are recorded on the CD.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System In MP3/WMA mode DISC SCAN The disc scan FOLDER SCAN INDICATOR FOLDER SCAN The folder scan function samples the first track/file function samples the first file of each (in MP3/WMA mode) of each disc folder in the current disc in the order within the changer in numerical they are compressed in MP3/WMA.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Each time you press and release the SCAN INDICATOR SCAN button, the mode changes RANDOM INDICATOR from scan to folder scan, disc scan then to normal playing. RANDOM (Random within a This feature plays the disc) tracks (all files in each folder in MP3/WMA mode) within a disc in...
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System In MP3/WMA mode Playing a DVD-A Disc FOLDER RANDOM This FOLDER RANDOM INDICATOR You can play a DVD-A disc in the CD feature plays the files within a folder changer. The disc controls are same in random order, rather than in the as previously described.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Press and hold the eject button until To Stop Playing a Disc Removing CDs from the Changer If you turn the system off while a CD To remove the disc that is currently you hear a beep to remove all the is playing, either with the PWR/VOL playing, press and release the eject...
Page 225: Xm Satellite Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System XM Satellite Radio On U.S. RDX with Technology Package model only XM BAND PRESET CHANNEL NUMBER NUMBER CH MODE INDICATOR CATEGORY MODE INDICATOR CONTINUED...
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL PWR/VOL KNOB XM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER BAR SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) BAR PRESET BUTTONS...
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the To listen to the XM satellite Radio, United States, except Hawaii and turn the ignition switch to the Alaska.
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To Select a Channel When in the satellite radio mode, you can use any of four methods to find channels: TUNE, SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY), SCAN, and the preset icons. You can also switch between the category mode and channel mode, on the audio control display.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SCAN The scan function gives Preset You can store up to 12 you a sampling of all channels while preset channels using the preset SCAN INDICATOR in the channel mode. In the category buttons/icons.
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the Adjusting the Sound first six channels. For information, see page Press the button again. XM Satellite Radio Reception The other XM band will be shown. For information, see page Store the next six channels repeating steps 2 and 3.
Page 231: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound On RDX with Technology Package model BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each adjustable. You can also adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers. In addition, you can set the Dolby PL (Prologic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC).
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The current setting is also shown on the upper display. CURRENT SETTING The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode. BASS/TREBLE To adjust bass and treble, select BASS or TREBLE,...
Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System FADER/BALANCE These CENTER/SUBWOOFER To set this feature on or off, select modes adjust the strength of the adjust the strength of the sound Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on sound coming from each speaker. from the center or subwoofer the interface selector.
Page 234: Auxiliary Input Jack
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System, Auxiliary Input Jack Speed-sensitive volume Auxiliary Input Jack Connect a compatible audio unit to compensation (SVC) The SVC the jack, then select it by pressing: mode controls the volume based on CD/AUX button (U.S. RDX vehicle speed.
Page 235: Radio Reception
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 237: Protecting Your Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R/CD-RW discs, When a CD is not being played, store use only high quality CDs labeled it in its case to protect it from dust for audio use. and other contamination.
Page 238: Cd Changer Error Messages
Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the Error cause in the chart to the right. If you Message cannot clear the error message, take the vehicle to your dealer.
Page 239: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) Satellite Radio Signals Satellite radio receives signals from Signal may be two satellites to produce clear, high- Signal is weaker in blocked by these areas. quality digital reception. It offers mountains or many channels in several categories.
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (U.S. Models) Depending on where you drive, you knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly Your I.D. will appear in the display. Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...
Page 241: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls Three controls for the audio system If you are listening to the radio, use MODE BUTTON are mounted in the steering wheel the CH button to change stations. hub. They let you control basic Each time you press and release the functions without removing your top ( ) of the button, the system...
Page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls If you are playing CD, the system On U.S. models except Alaskan and skips to the beginning of the next Hawaiian track/file (in MP3/WMA mode) If you are listening to XM Satellite each time you press the top ( ) of Radio, use the CH button to change the CH button.
Page 243: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is discon- The system will retain your AM and disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, or the radio FM presets even if power is from electrical power for any reason.
Page 244: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect The alarm will also be activated if your vehicle and valuables from theft. the passenger inside the locked The horn sounds and a combination vehicle turns the ignition switch on. of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if The security system will not set if...
Page 245: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control Press and release the SET/ a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering CRUISE BUTTON without keeping your foot on the wheel.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising Even with cruise control on, you can You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: still use the accelerator pedal to speed in any of these ways: speed up for passing.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control The cruise control will be canceled Resuming the Set Speed when the vehicle speed reaches When you push the CANCEL button CRUISE BUTTON about 25 mph (40 km/h) or less. or tap the brake pedal, the system remembers the previously set speed.
Page 248: Acuralink
Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Interface Dial On U.S. RDX with Technology Package model except Alaskan and Hawaiian AcuraLink enhances your ownership KNOB ENTER experience by providing a direct communication link between your vehicle and the Acura Server. Working through the XM radio satellite, AcuraLink works in conjunction with the navigation system, HandsFreeLink (HFL), and...
Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Reading Messages Unread messages have a closed envelope icon next to them. The icon ENVELOPE ICON disappears when it has already been read. NOTE: Only diagnostic info messages appear while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page After purchasing your vehicle,...
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Deleting Messages To delete all messages: Message Options NOTE: Diagnostic info and recall/ NOTE: The Delete All Messages campaign messages can only be command only works for quick tip deleted by your dealer. and maintenance minder messages. Other messages must be deleted To delete a single message: individually.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Delete Select this button to Call Your Acura Dealer Select Message Preferences delete the current message. this button to call the Acura dealer To set your AcuraLink preferences you purchased your vehicle from. (the types of messages you want to Voice Select this button to hear a AcuraLink also directs you to this...
Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink AcuraLink/Message Screen To access the following functions, Auto Reading Select ON to have press the SETUP button, push the the system automatically read each interface dial to the right to select message to you. Select OFF to MORE, then rotate the interface dial manually select the Voice button to select AcuraLink/Messages.
Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Message Categories Quick Tips Feature Guide There are six message categories in AcuraLink: Quick Tips, Feature Guides, Maintenance Minders, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info, and Dealer Appointment Reminders. The system can store up to 256 messages. Message categories can be added, revised, or deleted through broadcast messages from Acura.
Page 254 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Maintenance Minder You can then use the message Recall/Campaigns options to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer. These messages provide detailed If your vehicle is affected by a recall information about the service or other important safety needed for your vehicle.
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink Diagnostic Info Depending on the severity of the If an instrument panel indicator stays problem, the message will let you on when it should go off, or a know if you should see your dealer message appears on the multi- immediately or if you can wait a information display, AcuraLink can...
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents AcuraLink When you select the Diagnostic Info Dealer Appointment Reminder option, if the HFL is connected to a cellular data service, AcuraLink gathers more information about the problem, and sends it to Acura. There, the information is analyzed and returned to the vehicle with the most accurate repair information.
Page 257: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink universal reverse if an obstacle is detected Training HomeLink transceiver built into your vehicle during closing, increasing the risk of If you just Before you begin can be programmed to operate up to injury.
Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the red indicator in HomeLink second. continues to flash slowly (does If the button works, not flash rapidly), your remote programming is complete. transmitter may stop If the button does not work go transmitting after a short time.
Page 259 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Training With a Rolling Code Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 260 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes If a standard transmitter was As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
Page 261: Handsfreelink
Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink On RDX with Technology Package Bluetooth Wireless Technology Incoming/Outgoing Calls model Bluetooth is a registered trademark With a linked phone, the HFL allows Your vehicle is equipped with the of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. you to send and receive calls in your HandsFreeLink (HFL).
Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Here is the function of each HFL Audio System HFL Buttons When the HFL is in use, the sound button: comes through the vehicle’s front audio system speakers. If the audio HFL Talk: This button is used before system is in use while making a call, you give a command, to answer HFL TALK...
Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Multi-Information Display Signal Strength Indicates the HFL Mode Message Indicates network signal strength of the when you are dialing and receiving BATTERY HFL MODE SIGNAL current phone call. Five bars calls. LEVEL MESSAGE STRENGTH equals full strength.
Page 264 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To hear a list of available options How to Use the HFL Using Voice Control The HFL is operated by the HFL Here are some guidelines for using at any time, press the Talk button, Talk and Back buttons on the left voice control: wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Hands...
Page 265 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To go back one step in a command When you finish a command Press and release the Talk button. process, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or press sequence, the HFL goes back to After the beep, say ‘‘Setup.’’ The the Back button.
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Pairing Your Phone NOTE: If you say ‘‘Yes’’ after the beep, the Your Bluetooth compatible phone HFL does not allow you to pair HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like with HandsFree Profile must be your phone if the vehicle is a ring tone or a prompt?’’...
Page 267 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink With your phone on and the Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say the name you ON (II) position, press and release HFL response is ‘‘Searching for a want to use.
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. To rename a paired phone, do this: To delete a paired phone, do this: Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’...
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To list all paired phones, do this: To find out the status of the phone being To change from the currently linked Press and release the Talk button. used, do this: phone to another paired phone, do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’...
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Making a Call Press and release the Talk button. To make a call using a phone number, You can make calls using any phone do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ number, or by using a name in the With your phone on and the The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’...
Page 271 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To make a call using a name in the HFL Press and release the Talk button. To redial the last number called by phonebook, do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The the phone, press and release the With your phone on and the HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’...
Page 272 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Sending Numbers or Names To send a number during a call, do this: To send a name during a call, do this: During a Call Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. The HFL allows you to send After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’...
Page 273 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Receiving a Call Transferring a Call Muting a Call If you receive a call when you are not During a call, you can transfer it During a call, you can mute or on the phone, the HFL interrupts the from the HFL to your phone, or from unmute your voice to the person you audio system (if it is on), and plays...
Page 274 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Setting up the Phonebook Press and release the Talk button. To add a name, do this: The HFL phonebook can store up Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the number. to 50 names with their associated After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’...
Page 275 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink To edit the number of a name, do this: Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the new After the beep, say the name you After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’...
Page 276 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ The HFL responds by listing the HFL response is ‘‘Calling.’’...
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink Changing Language If there are paired phones without To change from French to English, do (Canadian Models Only) French name tags, the HFL this: response is ‘‘Pour que le système Press and release the Talk button. To change from English to French, do identifie les téléphones qui ont été...
Page 278 Main Menu Table of Contents HandsFreeLink If there are paired phones without The HFL says, for example, ‘‘What English name tags, the HFL is the English name for response is ‘‘The language has been Téléphone de Paul ?’’ Press changed. For the system to identify and release the Talk button.
Page 279: Rearview Camera And Monitor
Main Menu Table of Contents Rearview Camera and Monitor On RDX with Technology Package model The camera brightness cannot be adjusted by voice control. INTERFACE DIAL Whenever you shift to reverse (R) Since the rearview camera display with the ignition switch in the ON area is limited, you should always (II) position, the rear view is shown back up slowly and carefully, and...
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Page 281: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........need to know how to properly store Check Fuel Cap Message ..
Page 282: Break-In Period
Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation We recommend using quality Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate gasolines containing detergent reliability and performance by paying on premium unleaded gasoline with a additives that help prevent fuel extra attention to how you drive pump octane of 91 or higher.
Page 283: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures Some gasoline today is blended with Refueling oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to Gasoline is highly flammable operate on oxygenated gasoline and explosive. You can be Pull containing up to 10 % ethanol by burned or seriously injured...
Page 284: Check Fuel Cap Message
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Screw the fuel fill cap back on Check Fuel Cap Message You may hear a hissing sound as until it clicks at least once. On RDX model pressure inside the tank escapes.
Page 285: Tighten Fuel Cap Message
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Turn the engine off, and confirm the Tighten Fuel Cap Message Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen On RDX with Technology Package fuel fill cap is installed.
Page 286: Opening And Closing The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE GRIP LATCH SUPPORT ROD CLIP Park the vehicle, and set the Put your fingers under the front Holding the grip, pull the support parking brake. Pull the hood edge of the hood near the center.
Page 287: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check Engine Coolant Check ‘‘UP’’MARK DIPSTICK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Park the vehicle on a level surface. Make sure the ‘‘UP’’ mark on the Look at the coolant level in the Wait a few minutes after turning the loop is facing up when you insert radiator reserve tank.
Page 288: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Drive moderately. Rapid Combine several short trips into Always maintain your vehicle acceleration, abrupt cornering, one. according to the maintenance and hard braking use more fuel. messages. See Owner’s The air conditioning puts an extra (page Always drive in the highest gear load on the engine which makes it...
Page 289: Accessories And Modifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing Accessories some non-Acura accessories, can Your dealer has Acura accessories make your vehicle unsafe. Before that allow you to personalize your Improper accessories or you make any modifications or add vehicle.
Page 290 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Before installing any accessory: Non-Acura wheels can cause Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, excessive stress on suspension Make sure the accessory does not or replacing components with non- components and are not obscure any lights, or interfere Acura components could seriously compatible with the tire pressure...
Page 291: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient DOOR LINING POCKETS storage areas: Glove box FRONT DOOR POCKET Front door pockets Door lining pockets CENTER POCKET Center pocket Console compartment Cargo area, including the rear seats when folded down. However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability,...
Page 292 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Steps for determining correct load Determine the combined weight Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle limit: of luggage and cargo being loaded is 870 lbs for U.S. vehicles, and 395 Locate the statement, ‘‘the in the vehicle.
Page 293 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area If you carry large items that Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the prevent you from closing the Store or secure all items that could floor of the cargo area, placing the tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the be thrown around and hurt...
Page 294 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Cargo Hooks/Hanger Bars The hanger bars can be used to hang Optional Cargo Net items. The hanger bar is designed to The cargo net can be used to help hang light items (maximum load: 11 hold down light items in the cargo lbs or 5 kg on each side).
Page 295 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... automatic transmission. It also Automatic Transmission ....includes important information on Driving with the Paddle parking your vehicle, the braking Shifters...
Page 296: Driving Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground To prevent rollovers or loss of Your vehicle is equipped with a clearance that allows you to travel control: super handling-all wheel drive (SH- over bumps, obstacles, and rough AWD) system.
Page 297: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do these checks and Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check adjustments before you drive your page the gauges and indicators in the vehicle: instrument panel, and the Check the adjustment of the messages in the information Make sure all windows, mirrors,...
Page 298: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. In cold weather, turn off all The immobilizer system protects your The engine is harder to start in cold electrical accessories to reduce vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- weather.
Page 299: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting few seconds when you turn the SHIFT LEVER ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.
Page 300 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- Reverse (R) Press the brake To shift from: Do this: Press the brake pedal, and cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and press the release button Park whenever you are turning off or on the front of the shift lever to shift P to R press the shift lever release...
Page 301 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Neutral (N) Use neutral if you Drive (D) Use this position for With the shift lever in D or S, you need to restart a stalled engine, or if your normal driving. The transmis- can also use the paddle shifters to it is necessary to stop briefly with sion automatically selects a suitable...
Page 302 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release COVER This allows you to move the shift NOTCH lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. Set the parking brake.
Page 303: Shifters
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters Using the Paddle Shifters in D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) When you are driving in D position, pulling the either paddle shifter switches from the ordinary automatic transmission [drive mode (D)] to the D-paddle shift mode.
Page 304 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters The transmission control system The automatic transmission will not The transmission downshifts to first monitors the accelerator pedal use allow you to change shift if: gear and returns to drive mode (D) and your driving conditions.
Page 305 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters Using the Paddle Shift in S When you accelerate from a stop, GEAR POSITION INDICATOR position (Sequential Shift Mode) the transmission starts in first gear, With the shift lever in S position, you and you must manually upshift can select the sequential shift mode between first and fifth gears.
Page 306 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters Downshifting with the paddle shifter You upshift before the engine Here are the speed ranges for allows you to increase the engine speed reaches the lower limit of upshifting and downshifting. braking when going down steep or the higher gear.
Page 307: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (Sh-Awd) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifter, Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System Starting in Second Gear Super Handling-All Wheel Drive SH-AWD Torque Distribution When you are in sequential shift (SH-AWD) system Monitor mode, and the vehicle is stopped, The super handling-all wheel drive On RDX with Technology Package pull the...
Page 308 Main Menu Table of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System Each torque indicator is displayed as If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while If the SH-AWD indicator on the a bar graph divided into 5 segments. driving, it indicates the differential instrument panel stays on, and the The number of segments represents temperature is too high.
Page 309: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly, or windows are closed.
Page 310: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Resting your foot on the pedal keeps Braking System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power the brakes applied lightly, builds up The hydraulic system that operates assist using negative pressure heat, and reduces their effectiveness.
Page 311: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise.
Page 312 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a system indicator come on together, ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the...
Page 313: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Although your tire pressure is Low Tire Pressure pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitored, you must manually check Indicator that turns on every time you start the the tire pressures monthly.
Page 314 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Because tire pressure varies by Tire Pressure Monitoring Changing a Tire with TPMS temperature and other conditions, System (TPMS) Indicator If you have a flat tire, the low tire the low tire pressure indicator may indicator and tire pressure monitor On RDX model only come on unexpectedly.
Page 315 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Each wheel is equipped with a tire Tire Pressure Monitor The tire pressure monitor uses the pressure sensor mounted inside the On RDX model same display as the door and tailgate tire behind the valve stem.
Page 316 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) On RDX with Technology Package model INFO BUTTONS To display the tire pressure monitor, When any of the tires have low When any of the tires have low press the INFO ( / ) button until pressure, the low tire pressure pressure, the tire pressure monitor it appears on the multi-information...
Page 317 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Readings If one or more tires have low Check TPMS System Message On RDX with Technology Package pressure, the low tire pressure On RDX with Technology Package indicator on the instrument panel model model also comes on (see page...
Page 318 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If the low tire pressure indicator As required by the FCC: comes on, or the multi-information This device complies with Part 15 of the display shows a ‘‘CHECK TPMS FCC rules. Operation is subject to the SYSTEM’’...
Page 319: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator On RDX with Technology Package system helps to stabilize the vehicle model during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA more or less than desired.
Page 320 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch VSA and Tire Sizes VSA OFF SWITCH In certain unusual conditions when Driving with varying tire or wheel your vehicle gets stuck in shallow sizes may cause the VSA to mud or fresh snow, it may be easier malfunction.
Page 321: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 322 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, If you normally pull the same load Gross Combined Weight Rating start by loading 60 % of the load (GCWR) The maximum each time you tow a trailer, you can toward the front of the trailer and allowable weight of the fully loaded use a suitable scale or a special...
Page 323 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Hitches Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Any hitch used on your vehicle must Acura requires that any trailer with a Trailer lights and equipment must be properly bolted to the underbody. total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455 comply with federal, state, province, kg) or more have its own brakes.
Page 324 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Since lighting and wiring vary by Additional Towing Equipment GROUND HAZARD LEFT TURN trailer type and brand, you should Many states and Canadian provinces (BLACK) LIGHT SIGNAL have a qualified technician install a require special outside mirrors when (ORANGE) (YELLOW)
Page 325 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist The trailer has been properly The lights and brakes on your When preparing to tow, and before serviced and is in good condition. vehicle and the trailer are working driving away, be sure to check the properly.
Page 326 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears Driving on Hills The added weight, length, and Drive slower than normal in all When climbing hills, closely watch height of a trailer will affect your driving situations, and obey posted your temperature gauge (see pages vehicle’s handling and performance,...
Page 327 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Parking use the foot brake or parking brake. Crosswinds and air turbulence Follow all normal precautions when Do not try to hold the vehicle in caused by passing trucks can disrupt parking, including putting the place by pressing on the accelerator,...
Page 328: Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Important Safety Precautions Your vehicle has been designed To avoid loss of control or rollover, primarily for use on pavement. But be sure to follow all precautions and Improperly operating this its higher ground clearance and recommendations.
Page 329 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking Avoiding Obstacles Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, Debris in the road can damage your sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build suspension or other components.
Page 330 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream If You Get Stuck If you spin the wheels excessively Avoid driving through deep water. If Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud, trying to get unstuck, you may you encounter water in your route (a or other surfaces where you could overheat the components of the SH-...
Page 331 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......This section also includes Required Engine Oil ....
Page 332: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Important Safety Precautions section should be performed by a To eliminate potential hazards, read certified technician or other qualified the instructions before you begin, Improperly maintaining this mechanic.
Page 333 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Potential Vehicle Hazards Some of the most important safety Carbon Monoxide poison from precautions are given here. However, engine exhaust. Be sure there is we cannot warn you of every Failure to properly follow adequate ventilation whenever you conceivable hazard that can arise in maintenance instructions and...
Page 334: Maintenance Minder
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life The remaining engine oil life is Engine Oil Life Display and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to On RDX model the information display or multi- this table: information display (depending on models) to show you when you...
Page 335 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR ‘‘SERVICE’’ MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 The 15 and 10 percent oil life When the remaining engine oil life is to 6 percent, you will see the engine indicator reminds you that the time 5 to 1 percent, you will see a...
Page 336 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter.
Page 337 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder To change the information display Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life from the engine oil life display to the Items Display odometer or the trip meter, press Your dealer will reset the display and release the Select/Reset knob.
Page 338 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder On RDX with Technology Package model INFO BUTTONS ENGINE OIL SEL/RESET BUTTON LIFE DISPLAY Press and hold the Select/Reset Press the Select/Reset knob for knob for about 10 seconds. The another 5 seconds. The engine oil life and the maintenance maintenance item code(s) will To see the current engine oil life,...
Page 339 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) When the remaining engine oil life is The system message indicator on To cancel the system message, press 15 percent or less, the display shows the instrument panel will also come and release the INFO ( / ) button a ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’...
Page 340 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder You will also see the system The system message indicator on message every time you turn the the instrument panel will also come ignition switch to the ON (II) on, and a beeper will sound. position until your vehicle have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer.
Page 341 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder You will also see the system message every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position until your vehicle have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. If the indicated maintenance service To cancel the system message, press and release the INFO ( / ) button is not done and the engine oil life...
Page 342 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The system message indicator on The system message will appear the instrument panel will also come again by pressing the INFO ( / ) on, and a beeper will sound. button after cancel it. When you see this message, have You will also see the system the indicated maintenance done by...
Page 343 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The system message will appear again by pressing the INFO ( / ) button after cancel it. You will also see the system message every time you turn the U.S. U.S. ignition switch to the ON (II) position until your vehicle have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer.
Page 344 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Display Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 345 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance However, service at a dealer is not Precautions mandatory to keep your warranties If you have the required service in effect. Maintenance may be done done but do not reset the display, or by any qualified service facility or reset the display without doing the person who is skilled in this type of...
Page 346 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, Owner’s Maintenance Checks Brakes Check the fluid level replacement, or repair of You should check the following monthly. See page emissions control devices and items at the specified intervals. If systems may be done by any you are unsure of how to perform Tires...
Page 347 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Symbol Maintenance Main Items Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 348: Maintenance Record
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
Page 349 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 350: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP...
Page 351: Adding Engine Oil
Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and Required Engine Oil tighten it securely. Wait a few Oil is a major contributor to your minutes, and recheck the oil level on engine’s performance and longevity.
Page 352 Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. Ambient Temperature The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label. 5W-30 oil is formulated for year- round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and...
Page 353: Changing The Oil And Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter Remove the oil filter, and let the according to the maintenance remaining oil drain. A special messages shown on the information wrench (available from your display or multi-information display dealer) is required.
Page 354 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Replace the engine oil fill cap. then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten the drain bolt to: indicator should go out within 5 Improper disposal of engine oil can be 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
Page 355: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
Page 356 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully. RESERVE TANK RADIATOR CAP Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
Page 357: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Front WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR To check the On U.S. models: On Canadian RDX model windshield washer fluid level, open The washer level indicator will come the hood and look the windshield on when the level is low (see page...
Page 358 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Fill up to here Do not use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze can damage your vehicle’s paint, while a vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump. Use only commercially-available windshield washer f luid.
Page 359: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid The transmission should be drained DIPSTICK and refilled with new fluid when this service is shown on the information display or multi-information display (depending on models). If you are not sure how to add fluid or you do not have the proper UPPER MARK equipment to reach the transmission...
Page 360 However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Insert the dipstick all the way back FILL PLUG into the transmission securely as If the level is below the lower shown in the illustration.
Page 361: Brake Fluid
DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary independent of mileage. replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Page 362: Power Steering Fluid
Honda PSF as soon as possible. Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t or right lock and holding it there can A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump.
Page 363: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed Bulb when your vehicle was new. If you Your vehicle has halogen headlight regularly carry heavy items in the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle cargo area or pull a trailer, it by its base, and protect the glass readjustment may be required.
Page 364 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Front Turn Signal/ Test the lights to make sure the Parking Light Bulb new bulb is working. Insert the socket back into the BULB headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Replacing a Front Side Marker Light Bulb Open the hood.
Page 365 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Turn on the lights to make sure (in Tailgate) the new bulb is working. Reinstall the socket into the light COVER BULBS assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Reinstall the light assembly cover. NOTCH SOCKETS Open the tailgate.
Page 366 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Turn on the lights to make sure (in Rear Pillar) the new bulb is working. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Install the rear light assembly in the rear pillar.
Page 367 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb SCREW Your vehicle uses halogen light bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Page 368 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb into the hole Replacing a High-mount Brake and turn it one-quarter turn Light Bulb clockwise to lock it in place. SOCKET SCREWS Push the electrical connector back BULB onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way.
Page 369 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Press the brake pedal to make Side Turn Signal Light sure the new bulb is working. Each outside mirror has side turn signal lights. The lights should be Put the socket back into the light replaced by your dealer.
Page 370: Cleaning The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats A non-Acura floor mat may not fit Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats your vehicle properly. This could FLOOR MAT ANCHORS prevent the proper operation of the folding rear seats and the passenger’s LOOP seat weight sensors.
Page 371: Audio Antenna
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio Antenna, Intercooler, Dust and Pollen Filter Audio Antenna Intercooler Do not spray water (f rom such sources ANTENNA as garden hoses, high pressure sprayers) into the engine compartment. It may cause serious damage to your vehicle, and could also damage the intercooler f ins.
Page 372: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. WIPER ARMS Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 373 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE TABS REINFORCEMENT BLADE Remove the blade from the blade Examine the new wiper blades. If Install the new blade onto the assembly: they have no plastic or metal blade assembly: reinforcement along the back Find two tabs with a ‘‘SET’’...
Page 374 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the wiper blade assembly WIPER ARM onto the wiper arm. Make sure it BLADE locks in place. Make sure the blade is completely installed and that its edge is not bunched up. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield, the passenger’s side first, then the driver’s side.
Page 375 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE REINFORCEMENT Examine the new wiper blades. If Slide the new blade into the wiper they have no plastic or metal arm. Make sure it is engaged in reinforcement along the back the slot along its full length. edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old Lower the wiper arm.
Page 376: Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Wheels Tires Inflation Guidelines Clean the wheels as you would the To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated rest of the exterior. Wash them with tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of the same solution, and rinse them size, in good condition with adequate...
Page 377 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Even though your vehicle is If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures equipped with TPMS, we tires are hot [driven for several miles The following chart shows the recommend that you visually check (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 recommended cold tire pressures for your tires every day.
Page 378 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Inspection Tire Maintenance INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear.
Page 379 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels It is best to replace all four tires at Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible Front Front the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front rating, and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 380 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Wheels: Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- Installing improper tires on your 18 x 7 1/2J (TPMS) weather tread design suitable for vehicle can affect handling and most winter driving conditions.
Page 381 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Chains When installing cables, follow the Mount tire chains on your tires when manufacturer’s instructions, and required by driving conditions or mount them as tight as you can. Using the wrong chains, or not local laws.
Page 382: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a The battery gives off explosive solution of baking soda and water. It hydrogen gas during normal will bubble up and turn brown.
Page 383 Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery If your vehicle’s battery is On RDX with Technology Package disconnected or goes dead, the audio model system will disable itself. The next The navigation system will also time you turn on the radio you will disable itself.
Page 384: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 385: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Table of Contents Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 386: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Page 387: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level, and WING BOLT stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Park.
Page 388 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT for normal tire WHEEL NUTS WHEEL NUTS TOOLS JACK WHEEL NUT WRENCH JACKING POINT Remove the tools, wing bolt and Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 Place the jack under the jacking the jack.
Page 389 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully.
Page 390 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving. For spare For normal tire tire Reinstall the cargo area floor, and close the tailgate.
Page 391 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the...
Page 392: If The Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Do you have fuel? Check the fuel The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working. than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) There may be an electrical...
Page 393: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle: procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the precautions. physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
Page 394 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another Once your vehicle is running, vehicle, have an assistant start disconnect the negative cable from that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 395: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The reading of the vehicle’s If you see steam and/or spray temperature gauge on the coming from under the hood, turn information display or multi- off the engine. Wait until you see Driving with the temperature gauge information display (depending on no more signs of steam or spray,...
Page 396 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Start the engine, and set the such as a split radiator hose. temperature to maximum heat Everything is still extremely hot, (climate control to AUTO at Removing the radiator cap so use caution.
Page 397 Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning lights.
Page 398: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on set, the test cannot be completed. while driving, it means one of the engine’s emissions control If the battery in your vehicle has If you keep driving with the systems may have a problem.
Page 399: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator U. S. Canada If the fluid level is low, take your Slow down by shifting to a lower vehicle to a dealer, and have the gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system inspected for leaks or when it is safe.
Page 400 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator If you must drive the vehicle a short U. S. Canada The brake system indicator (amber) distance in this condition, drive on the instrument panel normally slowly and carefully. comes on for a few seconds when Brake System Indicator (Amber) you turn the ignition switch to the Your vehicle has an electric vacuum...
Page 401 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) FUSE LABEL The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The primary under-hood fuse box is The secondary under-hood fuse box three fuse boxes. in the engine compartment on the is next to the battery. To open it, driver’s side.
Page 402 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 403 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
Page 404 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses On RDX with Technology Package If the replacement fuse of the model same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious If the navigation system fuse is Replacing a f use with one that has a electrical problem in your vehicle.
Page 405: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected Right Headlight Low 15 A 15 A Left Headlight Low 20 A Headlight High Main 20 A Small Lights Main 7.5 A TPMS Headlight Low Main 30 A Not Used Not Used...
Page 406 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES Primary Fuse Box Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected PRIMARY 100 A Main Fuse 15 A 30 A SH-AWD 15 A Stop & Horn 80 A Option Main 20 A Power Seat (Recline) Ignition Switch Main 20 A...
Page 407: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous. The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat-bed equipment.
Page 408 Main Menu...
Page 409: Technical Information
Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 410: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER numbers located in various places. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 411 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER the front of the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER...
Page 412: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 180.7 in (4,590 mm) Engine Change 1.66 US gal (6.3 ) Width 73.6 in (1,870 mm) coolant Total 2.40 US gal (9.1 ) Height 65.2 in (1,655 mm) Automatic Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 ) Wheelbase 104.3 in (2,650 mm) transmission...
Page 413 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page or the fuse label Charge quantity 15.9 17.6 oz (450 500 g) attached to the dashboard. Lubricant type SP-10 Under-hood See page or the fuse box covers.
Page 414 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 415 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 416: Tire Labeling
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Load index (a numerical code 2202 Date of manufacture. have a number of markings. Those associated with the maximum you should be aware of are described load the tire can carry).
Page 417: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire underinflated tire causes the tire to monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Page 418 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
Page 419: Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act crankcase ventilation valve routes vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act them from the crankcase back to the products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile intake manifold.
Page 420: Exhaust Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts PGM-FI System The exhaust emissions controls The PGM-FI system uses sequential The emissions control systems are include three systems: PGM-FI, multiport fuel injection. designed and certified to work ignition timing control, and three It has three subsystems: air intake, together in reducing emissions to...
Page 421: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Main Menu Table of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converters Keep the engine well maintained. contain precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical Have your vehicle diagnosed and reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not gasses without affecting the metals.
Page 422: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 423 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
Page 424 Main Menu...
Page 425 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 426: Customer Service Information
Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the P.O. Box 190816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Acura Client Services Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7E Tel: (787) 620-7028 vehicle to you 1919 Torrance Blvd.
Page 427: Warranty Coverages
Tire warranty information. information is in a separate booklet. Replacement Parts Limited Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty covers all Honda Canadian Owners this warranty gives up replacement parts against defects in Please refer to the 2007 warranty Warranty to 100 % credit toward a replacement materials and workmanship.
Page 428 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become DC 20590. You can also obtain other involved in individual problems to notifying American Honda Motor information about motor vehicle Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
Page 429: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
By completing this form you can order the materials desired. You can Form Number Each pay by check or money order, or charge to your credit card. Mail to 61STK00 2007 Acura RDX $75.00 Helm Incorporated at the address shown on the back of the order form. Service Manual VEHICLE MODEL...
Page 430: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and companies, please provide dealer or company name, and the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be This manual covers maintenance and recommended sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 431 Main Menu Index Auto Door Lock ......Belts, Seat ........Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . Beverage Holders ......Accessories ........Auto Door Unlock ......Booster Seats ........55 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Brakes Automatic Lighting Off Feature . Anti-lock System (ABS) ...
Page 432 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement CAUTION, Explanation of ..... Where Should a Child Sit? ..Back-up Lights ......CD Care ......... Child Seats ......... Brake Lights ......CD Changer ......183, LATCH ......... Fog Lights ......... CD Changer Error Tether Anchorage Points ..
Page 433 Main Menu Index Cruise Main Indicator ....Directional Signals ......In S Position ....... Cup Holders ........Disc Brake Wear Indicators ..Dual Temperature Control ..Customized Settings ....... Disc Care ........Dust and Pollen Filter ....Default All ........Disc Changer ......
Page 434 Main Menu Index Emergencies ........Malfunction Indicator Brake .......... Battery, Jump Starting ..... Lamp ........ Power Steering ......Brake System Indicator Oil Life Display ......Windshield Washer ....(Red) ........Oil Pressure Indicator ..Folding Rear Seat Down ....Brake System Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use ....
Page 435 Main Menu Index Hanger Bars ........Ignition HandsFreeLink ......Keys ..........Gas Mileage, Improving ....Hazard Warning Flashers .... Switch ......... Gasoline ......... Headlights Timing Control System .... AVG. Fuel A/B ..... Aiming ........Immobilizer System ...... Low Fuel Indicator .....
Page 436 Main Menu Index Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) ..Warning ........A/T Temperature ....... Jacking up the Vehicle ....VSA (Vehicle Stability Brake (Red) ......Assist) ......Jack, Tire ........Brake (Amber) ....Jump Starting ........ VSA Activation ....
Page 437 Main Menu Index Parking ........Main Items and Sub Items . 333, Numbers, Identification ....Turn Signal ........ Minder ..........Load Limits ........Minder Indicator ......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Owner’s Maintenance Lockout Prevention ...... Checks ........Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Locks Record ........
Page 438 Main Menu Index Engine Oil and Filter ....Protecting Larger Children ..Protecting Small Children ..Fuses .......... Panel Brightness Control .... Light Bulbs ........ Using Child Seats with Park Gear Position ......Tethers ........Tires ........... Transmitter Battery ....Parking ...........
Page 439 Main Menu Index Safety Labels, Location of ..... SH-AWD (Super Handling-All Airbag Service ......Safety Messages ......Wheel Drive) ......Airbag System Components ..Satellite Radio, XM ... 193, Indicator ........Dual-Stage Airbags ..... Seat Belts ........System Message ......Dual-Threshold Airbags ....
Page 440 Main Menu Index Steering Wheel Tire Pressure Monitoring Replacing ........Buttons ....79, 237, 241, System (TPMS) Required Rotating ........Storing Your Vehicle ....Federal Explanation ..Snow ........... Sun Visor ........Temperature Gauge ....Specifications ......Supplemental Restraint Temperature, Outside ....
Page 441 Main Menu Index Turbo Boost Meter ......: U.S. only Turn Signals ........WARNING, Explanation of .... Warning Labels, Location of ..Warranty Coverages ....Unexpected, Taking Care Washers, Windshield of the .......... Checking the Fluid Level ..Uniform Tire Quality Grading Operation ........
Page 442: Service Information Summary
Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid: Required Engine Oil; Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid Always use Mobil 1 5W-30 or an Transmission Fluid) preferred, or DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or equivalent oil that meets the...

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