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Acura 2008 RDX Owner's Manual

Acura 2008 RDX Owner's Manual (434 pages)

Brand: Acura | Category: Automobile | Size: 9.39 MB

Table of Contents

Important Handling Information
6
Your Vehicle at a Glance
9
Your Vehicle at a Glance
10
Table of Contents
11
Important Safety Precautions
12
Your Vehicle's Safety Features
13
Seat Belts
14
Airbags
15
Protecting Adults and Teens
17
Close and Lock the Doors
17
Adjust the Front Seats
18
Adjust the Seat-Backs
19
Adjust the Head Restraints
20
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts
20
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
22
Advice for Pregnant Women
23
Additional Safety Precautions
24
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts
25
Seat Belt System Components
25
Lap/Shoulder Belt
26
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
27
Seat Belt Maintenance
28
Additional Information about Your Airbags
29
Airbag System Components
29
How Your Front Airbags Work
31
How Your Side Airbags Work
35
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
36
How the SRS Indicator Works
37
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works
37
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works
38
Airbag Service
39
Additional Safety Precautions
40
Protecting Children General Guidelines
41
All Children Must be Restrained
41
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat
42
The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks
42
If You Must Drive with Several Children
44
If a Child Requires Close Attention
44
Additional Safety Precautions
45
Protecting Infants and Small Children
46
Protecting Infants
46
Protecting Small Children
47
Selecting a Child Seat
49
Installing a Child Seat
50
With LATCH
51
With a Lap/Shoulder Belt
55
With a Tether
56
Protecting Larger Children
58
Checking Seat Belt Fit
58
Using a Booster Seat
59
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front
60
Additional Safety Precautions
61
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
62
Safety Labels
63
Control Locations
66
Instrument Panel
67
Instrument Panel Indicators
68
Multi-Information Display
78
Customized Settings
86
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
117
Windshield Wipers and Washers
118
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
119
Turn Signals and Headlights
120
Instrument Panel Brightness
123
Rear Window Defogger
124
Hazard Warning Button
124
Steering Wheel Adjustment Keys and Locks
125
Keys and Locks
126
Immobilizer System
127
Ignition Switch
128
Door Locks
129
Power Door Locks
129
Childproof Door Locks
130
Tailgate
131
Remote Transmitter
133
Driver's Seat Adjustments
137
Front Passenger's Seat
138
Head Restraints
139
Active Head Restraints
141
Armrests
142
Folding the Rear Seats down
142
Seat Heaters
145
Power Windows
146
Moonroof
148
Mirrors
150
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
150
Reverse Mirror Tilt
151
Heated Mirrors
151
Driving Position Memory System
152
Parking Brake
154
Interior Lights
155
Ceiling Lights
155
Individual Map Lights
156
Courtesy Lights
157
Cargo Area Light
157
Interior Convenience Items
158
Glove Box
159
Front Door Pockets
159
Beverage Holders
160
Accessory Power Sockets
161
Sun Visor
161
Vanity Mirror
162
Console Compartment
162
Cargo Area Cover
164
Climate Control System
166
Dual Temperature Control
171
Climate Control Sensors
173
Audio System
174
Audio System (on RDX Model)
176
To Play the AM/FM Radio
176
Operating the CD Changer
179
XM Satellite Radio
189
Adjusting the Sound
192
Setting the Clock
194
Audio System (on RDX with Technology Package Model)
195
Interface Dial
195
To Play the AM/FM Radio
196
Operating the CD Changer
202
XM Satellite Radio
217
Adjusting the Sound
223
Auxiliary Input Jack
226
Radio Reception
227
Protecting Your Discs
229
CD Changer Error Messages
232
Playing the XM Satellite Radio
234
Remote Audio Controls
236
Radio Theft Protection
238
Security System
239
Cruise Control
240
Acuralink
243
Homelink Universal Transceiver
253
Bluetooth Handsfreelink
258
Rearview Camera and Monitor
276
Before Driving
277
Break-In Period
278
Fuel Recommendation
278
Service Station Procedures
279
Refueling
279
Tighten Fuel Cap Message
280
Opening and Closing the Hood
281
Oil Check
282
Engine Coolant Check
283
Fuel Economy
284
Accessories and Modifications
287
Carrying Cargo
289
Driving Guidelines
296
Preparing to Drive
297
Starting the Engine
298
Automatic Transmission
299
Driving with the Paddle Shifters
303
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System
307
Parking
309
Braking System
310
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
311
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
313
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System
318
Towing a Trailer
320
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
327
Maintenance Safety
332
Maintenance Minder
333
Fluid Locations
341
Adding Engine Oil
342
Required Engine Oil
342
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
344
Engine Coolant
346
Windshield Washers
348
Automatic Transmission Fluid
349
Brake Fluid
351
Power Steering Fluid
352
Lights
353
Cleaning the Seat Belts
360
Floor Mats
360
Audio Antenna
361
Intercooler
361
Dust and Pollen Filter
361
Wiper Blades
362
Wheels
365
Tires
366
Checking the Battery
372
Vehicle Storage
374
Compact Spare Tire
376
Changing a Flat Tire
377
If the Engine Won't Start
381
Jump Starting
383
If the Engine Overheats
385
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
387
Charging System Indicator
387
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
388
Brake System Indicator (Red)
389
Brake System Indicator (Amber)
390
Fuses
391
Fuse Locations
395
Emergency Towing
397
Technical Information
399
Identification Numbers
400
Specifications
402
Tire Labeling
406
Emissions Controls
409
The Clean Air Act
409
Crankcase Emissions Control System
409
Evaporative Emissions Control System
409
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery
409
Exhaust Emissions Controls
410
PGM-FI System
410
Ignition Timing Control System
410
Three Way Catalytic Converter
410
Replacement Parts
410
Three Way Catalytic Converter
411
Emissions Testing
412
Client Service Information
416
Warranty Coverages
417
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
418
Authorized Manuals
419
Service Information Summary
434

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Acura 2008 RDX Owner's Manual

Acura 2008 RDX Owner's Manual (433 pages)

Brand: Acura | Category: Automobile | Size: 9.48 MB

Table of Contents

Important Handling Information
4
Your Vehicle at a Glance
7
Table of Contents
9
Important Safety Precautions
10
Your Vehicle's Safety Features
11
Seat Belts
12
Airbags
13
Protecting Adults and Teens
15
Close and Lock the Doors
15
Adjust the Front Seats
16
Adjust the Seat-Backs
17
Adjust the Head Restraints
18
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts
18
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
20
Advice for Pregnant Women
21
Additional Safety Precautions
22
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts
23
Seat Belt System Components
23
Lap/Shoulder Belt
24
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
25
Seat Belt Maintenance
26
Additional Information about Your Airbags
27
Airbag System Components
27
How Your Front Airbags Work
29
How Your Side Airbags Work
33
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
34
How the SRS Indicator Works
35
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works
35
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works
36
Airbag Service
37
Additional Safety Precautions
38
Protecting Children − General Guidelines
39
All Children Must be Restrained
39
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat
40
The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks
40
If You Must Drive with Several Children
42
If a Child Requires Close Attention
42
Additional Safety Precautions
43
Protecting Infants and Small Children
44
Protecting Infants
44
Protecting Small Children
45
Selecting a Child Seat
47
Installing a Child Seat
48
With LATCH
49
With a Lap/Shoulder Belt
53
With a Tether
54
Protecting Larger Children
56
Checking Seat Belt Fit
56
Using a Booster Seat
57
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front
58
Additional Safety Precautions
59
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
60
Safety Labels
61
Control Locations
64
Instrument Panel
65
Instrument Panel Indicators
66
Multi-Information Display
76
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
115
Windshield Wipers and Washers
116
Turn Signals and Headlights
118
Instrument Panel Brightness
121
Keys and Locks
124
Immobilizer System
125
Ignition Switch
126
Door Locks
127
Remote Transmitter
131
Seat Heaters
143
Power Windows
144
Driving Position Memory System
150
Parking Brake
152
Interior Lights
153
Interior Convenience Items
156
Climate Control System
164
Dual Temperature Control
169
Climate Control Sensors
171
Audio System
172
Audio System (on RDX Model)
174
To Play the AM/FM Radio
174
Operating the CD Changer
177
XM Satellite Radio
187
Adjusting the Sound
190
Setting the Clock
192
Audio System (on RDX with Technology Package Model)
193
Interface Dial
193
To Play the AM/FM Radio
194
Operating the CD Changer
200
XM Satellite Radio
215
Adjusting the Sound
221
Auxiliary Input Jack
224
Radio Reception
225
Protecting Your Discs
227
CD Changer Error Messages
230
Playing the XM Satellite Radio
232
Remote Audio Controls
234
Radio Theft Protection
236
Security System
237
Cruise Control
238
Acuralink
241
Homelink Universal Transceiver
251
Bluetooth Handsfreelink
256
Rearview Camera and Monitor
274
Before Driving
275
Break-In Period
276
Fuel Recommendation
276
Service Station Procedures
277
Refueling
277
Tighten Fuel Cap Message
278
Opening and Closing the Hood
279
Oil Check
280
Engine Coolant Check
281
Fuel Economy
282
Accessories and Modifications
285
Carrying Cargo
287
Driving Guidelines
294
Preparing to Drive
295
Starting the Engine
296
Automatic Transmission
297
Driving with the Paddle Shifters
301
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System
305
Parking
307
Braking System
308
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
309
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
311
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System
316
Towing a Trailer
318
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
325
Maintenance Safety
330
Maintenance Minder
331
Fluid Locations
339
Adding Engine Oil
340
Required Engine Oil
340
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
342
Engine Coolant
344
Windshield Washers
346
Automatic Transmission Fluid
347
Brake Fluid
349
Power Steering Fluid
350
Lights
351
Cleaning the Seat Belts
358
Floor Mats
358
Audio Antenna
359
Intercooler
359
Dust and Pollen Filter
359
Wiper Blades
360
Wheels
363
Tires
364
Checking the Battery
370
Vehicle Storage
372
Compact Spare Tire
374
Changing a Flat Tire
375
If the Engine Won't Start
379
Jump Starting
381
If the Engine Overheats
383
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
385
Charging System Indicator
385
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
386
Brake System Indicator (Red)
387
Brake System Indicator (Amber)
388
Fuses
389
Fuse Locations
393
Emergency Towing
395
Identification Numbers
398
Specifications
401
Tire Labeling
404
Emissions Controls
407
Three Way Catalytic Converter
409
Emissions Testing
410
Client Service Information
414
Warranty Coverages
415
Authorized Manuals
417
Service Information Summary
432

Acura 2008 RDX Navigation Manual

Acura 2008 RDX Navigation Manual (160 pages)

Homda 2008 RDX

Brand: Acura | Category: Car Navigation system | Size: 8.01 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
- Manual Overview
  4
- System Overview
  4
- Accessories Precautions
  5
- Important Safety Information
  5
- Map Overview
  6
  - Current Street
    6
  - Verified/Unverified Street
    6
User Agreement

8
Getting Started

10
- System Controls
  10
- Voice Control Basics
  13
  - Using the Voice Control System
    14
  - Improving Voice Recognition
    14
- Selecting an Item (Button) on the Screen
  15
- Selecting an Item in a List
  15
- Entering Information
  16
- System Start-Up
  17
- Bluetooth® Handsfreelink
  18
- Map Screen Legend
  19
- Map Screen Description
  20
  - Zoom In/Out
    20
  - Map Scrolling
    20
- Displaying Current Location
  20
- Traffic Display Legend
  21
- Real Time Traffic Display
  22
  - Viewing Flow Data
    22
  - Viewing Incident Reports
    23
- System Function Diagram
  25
Entering a Destination

26
- By Address
  27
  - Selecting the State or Province
    27
  - Selecting the City
    27
  - Selecting the Street
    29
  - Entering the Street Number
    31
- By Address Book
  31
  - Adding Addresses to the Personal Address Book
    32
- By Places
  32
- By Intersection
  38
  - Selecting the State or Province
    38
  - Selecting the City
    39
  - Selecting the Street
    40
- By Previous Destinations
  42
- By Map Input
  43
- By Today's Destinations
  46
  - Editing Today's Destination List
    46
  - Adding Destinations to the List
    47
- By Go Home
  48
Driving to Your Destination

49
- Calculate Route to Screen
  49
  - Changing the Routing Method
    50
  - Viewing the Routes
    50
  - Viewing the Destination Map
    52
- Map Screen
  52
  - Route Line
    52
  - Map Screen Legend
    53
- Guidance Screen
  54
  - Guidance Screen Legend
    54
- Distance and Time to Destination
  55
- Map Menu
  55
  - Voice Guidance Prompts
    56
- Direction List
  57
  - Exit Info
    57
  - (Freeway Exit Information)
    57
- Split Screen Guidance
  58
- Map Scale
  59
- Map Orientation
  60
- Destination Icon
  61
- Landmark and Incident Icons
  61
  - Showing Icons on the Map
    64
  - Icon Options
    64
- Going off the Route
  66
- Off-Road Tracking
  66
- Viewing/Saving the Current Location
  67
- Pop-Ups and Disclaimers
  68
- Changing the Route
  69
  - Change Route by Screen
    69
  - Cancel Current Route
    69
  - Change Routing Method
    69
  - Detour
    69
  - Change Route by Screen
    70
  - Avoid Streets
    70
  - Search Waypoint on Route
    70
    
    Search Waypoint on Route
    71
    
    Change Route by Screen
    71
  - Back to Current Route
    71
- Changing Your Destination
  72
- Continue Trip Screen
  73
  - Acuralink Messages
    74
Information Features

75
- Information Screen
  75
- Messages
  75
- Voice Command Help
  75
- Trip Computer
  76
- Map Legend
  77
- Calendar
  77
  - Entering Your Schedule
    78
- Key to Zagat Ratings
  79
- Calculator
  80
  - Unit Conversion
    80
- Roadside Assistance
  81
System Set-Up

82
- Set up Mode
  82
- Set up Screen (First)
  82
  - Brightness
    82
  - Contrast
    82
  - Black Level
    82
  - 2 Navigation System
    82
  - Volume
    83
  - Interface Dial Feedback
    83
  - Guidance Prompts
    83
- Set up Screen (Second)
  84
- Personal Information
  84
  - Address Book
    84
  - Interface Dial
    87
  - Home Address
    88
- PIN Number
  88
- Previous Destinations
  89
- Basic Settings
  90
  - Units (Mile or Km)
    90
  - Voice Recognition Feedback
    90
  - Voice
    90
- Routing & Guidance
  90
  - Rerouting
    90
  - Unverified Area Routing
    91
  - Edit Avoid Area
    95
  - Edit Waypoint Search Area
    97
  - Guidance Mode
    98
- Clock Adjustment
  98
  - Auto Daylight
    99
  - Auto Time Zone
    99
  - Daylight Savings Time (DST) Selection (Change DST Schedule)
    100
  - Time Adjustment
    100
- Vehicle
  100
  - Off-Road Tracking
    100
  - Correct Vehicle Position
    101
  - Verbal Reminder
    102
- Color
  102
  - Map Color
    102
  - Menu Color
    103
  - Switching Display Mode
    103
- Acuralink/Messages
  105
- System Information
  105
  - Rear View Camera
    105
    
    Rear View Camera Brightness Adjustment
    106
System Initialization

107
- Entering the Security Code
  107
- GPS Initialization
  108
- Map Matching
  108
System Limitations

109
Database Limitations

111
Client Assistance

113
- Reporting Errors
  113
- Acura Automobile Client Services
  113
- Visiting Your Dealer
  114
- Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD
  114
- Changing the DVD
  115
- PC Card
  116
Coverage Areas

117
- Map Coverage
  117
  - U.S. Detailed Coverage Areas
    117
  - Canada Detailed Coverage Areas
    122
- Operation in Hawaii
  128
  - Information Screen Differences
    130
  - Shipping a Vehicle to or from Hawaii
    130
Frequently Asked Questions

131
Troubleshooting

139
Glossary

140
Voice Command Index

143
- Global Commands
  143
- Navigation General Commands
  143
- Navigation Display Commands
  144
- Find Place Commands
  145
- Climate Control Commands
  146
- Temperature Voice Commands
  147
- Radio Voice Commands
  147
- CD Voice Commands
  148
- DVD Voice Commands
  148
- MP3/WMA Voice Commands
  149
- Information Screen Voice Commands
  149
- Set up Screen (First) Commands
  150
- On-Screen Commands
  150
  - On-Screen Spelling Assist
    151
Index

155

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Acura 2008 RDX Navigation Manual

Acura 2008 RDX Navigation Manual (161 pages)

Brand: Acura | Category: Automobile | Size: 7.89 MB

Table of Contents

Navigation Manual
1
Table of Contents
2
Introduction

5
- Manual Overview
  5
- System Overview
  5
- Accessories Precautions
  6
- Important Safety Information
  6
- Map Overview
  7
  - Current Street
    7
  - Verified/Unverified Street
    7
User Agreement

9
Getting Started

11
- System Controls
  11
- Voice Control Basics
  14
  - Using the Voice Control System
    15
  - Improving Voice Recognition
    15
- Selecting an Item (Button) on the Screen
  16
- Selecting an Item in a List
  16
- Entering Information
  17
- System Start-Up
  18
- Bluetooth® Handsfreelink
  19
- Map Screen Legend
  20
- Map Screen Description
  21
  - Zoom In/Out
    21
  - Map Scrolling
    21
- Displaying Current Location
  21
- Traffic Display Legend
  22
- Real Time Traffic Display
  23
  - Viewing Flow Data
    23
  - Viewing Incident Reports
    24
- System Function Diagram
  26
Entering a Destination

27
- By Address
  28
  - Selecting the State or Province
    28
  - Selecting the City
    28
  - Selecting the Street
    30
  - Entering the Street Number
    32
- By Address Book
  32
  - Adding Addresses to the Personal Address Book
    33
- By Places
  33
- By Intersection
  39
  - Selecting the State or Province
    39
  - Selecting the City
    40
  - Selecting the Street
    41
- By Previous Destinations
  43
- By Map Input
  44
- By Today's Destinations
  47
  - Editing Today's Destination List
    47
  - Adding Destinations to the List
    48
- By Go Home
  49
Driving to Your Destination

50
- Calculate Route to Screen
  50
  - Changing the Routing Method
    51
  - Viewing the Routes
    51
  - Viewing the Destination Map
    53
- Map Screen
  53
  - Route Line
    53
  - Map Screen Legend
    54
- Guidance Screen
  55
  - Guidance Screen Legend
    55
- Distance and Time to Destination
  56
- Map Menu
  56
  - Voice Guidance Prompts
    57
- Direction List
  58
  - Exit Info
    58
  - (Freeway Exit Information)
    58
- Split Screen Guidance
  59
- Map Scale
  60
- Map Orientation
  61
- Destination Icon
  62
- Landmark and Incident Icons
  62
  - Showing Icons on the Map
    65
  - Icon Options
    65
- Going off the Route
  67
- Off-Road Tracking
  67
- Viewing/Saving the Current Location
  68
- Pop-Ups and Disclaimers
  69
- Changing the Route
  70
  - Change Route by Screen
    70
  - Cancel Current Route
    70
  - Change Routing Method
    70
  - Detour
    70
  - Avoid Streets
    71
  - Search Waypoint on Route
    71
  - Back to Current Route
    72
- Changing Your Destination
  73
- Continue Trip Screen
  74
Navigation System

74
- Acuralink Messages
  75
Information Features

76
- Information Screen
  76
- Messages
  76
- Voice Command Help
  76
- Trip Computer
  77
- Map Legend
  78
- Calendar
  78
  - Entering Your Schedule
    79
- Key to Zagat Ratings
  80
- Calculator
  81
  - Unit Conversion
    81
- Roadside Assistance
  82
System Set-Up

83
- Set up Mode
  83
- Set up Screen (First)
  83
  - Brightness
    83
  - Contrast
    83
  - Black Level
    83
  - Volume
    84
  - Interface Dial Feedback
    84
  - Guidance Prompts
    84
- Set up Screen (Second)
  85
- Personal Information
  85
  - Address Book
    85
  - Home Address
    89
- PIN Number
  89
- Previous Destinations
  90
- Basic Settings
  91
  - Units (Mile or Km)
    91
  - Voice Recognition Feedback
    91
  - Voice
    91
- Routing & Guidance
  91
  - Rerouting
    91
  - Unverified Area Routing
    92
  - Edit Avoid Area
    96
  - Edit Waypoint Search Area
    98
  - Guidance Mode
    99
- Clock Adjustment
  99
  - Auto Daylight
    100
  - Auto Time Zone
    100
  - Daylight Savings Time (DST) Selection (Change DST Schedule)
    101
  - Time Adjustment
    101
- Vehicle
  101
  - Off-Road Tracking
    101
  - Correct Vehicle Position
    102
  - Verbal Reminder
    103
- Color
  103
  - Map Color
    103
  - Menu Color
    104
  - Switching Display Mode
    104
- Acuralink/Messages
  106
- System Information
  106
  - Rear View Camera
    106
    
    Rear View Camera Brightness Adjustment
    107
System Initialization

108
- Entering the Security Code
  108
- GPS Initialization
  109
- Map Matching
  109
System Limitations

110
Database Limitations

112
Client Assistance

114
- Reporting Errors
  114
- Acura Automobile Client Services
  114
- Visiting Your Dealer
  115
- Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD
  115
- Changing the DVD
  116
- PC Card
  117
Coverage Areas

118
- Map Coverage
  118
  - U.S. Detailed Coverage Areas
    118
  - Canada Detailed Coverage Areas
    123
- Operation in Hawaii
  129
  - Information Screen Differences
    131
  - Shipping a Vehicle to or from Hawaii
    131
Frequently Asked Questions

132
Troubleshooting

140
Glossary

141
Voice Command Index

144
- Global Commands
  144
- Navigation General Commands
  144
- Navigation Display Commands
  145
- Find Place Commands
  146
- Climate Control Commands
  147
- Temperature Voice Commands
  148
- Radio Voice Commands
  148
- CD Voice Commands
  149
- DVD Voice Commands
  149
- MP3/WMA Voice Commands
  150
- Information Screen Voice Commands
  150
- Set up Screen (First) Commands
  151
- On-Screen Commands
  151
  - On-Screen Spelling Assist
    152
Index

156

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