Name: Acura 2010 RDX
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When you set the temperature to its

lower or upper limit, it is displayed as

or .

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

temperature control buttons (

DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER'S SIDE

REAR POSITION FLOOR VENTS

Climate Control System

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09/07/07 15:02:04 10 ACURA RDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STK630 enu

2010 RDX

2010 Rdx1
Event Data Recorders2
Service Diagnostic Recorders2
Safety Information3
A few Words about Safety3
Important Handling Information4
Contents5
Overview of Contents6
Interior View and Parts Identification7
Your Vehicle at a Glance7
Table of Contents9
Driver and Passenger Safety9
Important Safety Precautions10
Your Vehicle's Safety Features12
- Seat Belts13
- Airbags14
Protecting Adults and Teens16
- Close and Lock the Doors16
- Adjust the Front Seats17
- Adjust the Seat-Backs18
- Adjust the Head Restraints19
  - Fasten and Position the Seat Belts19
  - Maintain a Proper Sitting Position21
- Advice for Pregnant Women22
- Additional Safety Precautions23
- Additional Information about Your Seat Belts24
- Seat Belt System Components24
Lap/Shoulder Belt25
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners26
Seat Belt Maintenance27
Additional Information about Your Airbags28
Airbag System Components28
How Your Front Airbags Work30
- Dual-Stage Airbags31
- Dual-Threshold Airbags32
- Advanced Airbags32
- Side Airbag Cutoff System34
How Your Side Airbags Work34
- How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work35
- How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works36
How the SRS Indicator Works36
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works37
Airbag Service38
- Additional Safety Precautions39
- Additional Safety Precautions44
- Protecting Infants and Small Children45
- Protecting Small Children46
- Child Seat Placement47
Selecting a Child Seat48
Installing a Child Seat49
- Using the Outer LATCH50
- Installing a Child Seat with LATCH50
- Using the Center LATCH52
- Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt54
- Installing a Child Seat with a Tether55
Protecting Larger Children57
- Checking Seat Belt Fit57
- Using a Booster Seat58
- When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front59
Additional Safety Precautions60
Carbon Monoxide Hazard61
Safety Labels62
- Instruments and Controls65
- Control Locations66
- Instrument Panel67
- Instrument Panel Indicators68
  - Seat Belt Reminder Indicator68
  - A/T Temperature Indicator/Supplemental Restraint System Indicator69
  - Charging System Indicator69
  - Low Oil Pressure Indicator69
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp69
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator70
  - Immobilizer System Indicator70
  - Brake System Indicator (Amber)71
  - Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)71
  - Low Fuel Indicator72
  - Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator72
  - Cruise Main Indicator73
  - High Beam Indicator73
  - Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators73
  - VSA Activation Indicator73
  - Fog Light Indicator74
  - Lights on Indicator74
  - Security System Indicator74
  - Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator74
  - Low Tire Pressure/Tpms Indicator75
  - System Message Indicator76
  - Fuel Gauge77
  - Gauges77
  - Turbo Boost Meter77
- Multi-Information Display78
  - Odometer80
  - Outside Temperature Display80
  - Trip Meter80
  - Avg. Fuel A/B81
  - Avg. Speed81
  - Maintenance Minder81
  - Range81
  - Bluetooth Hands-Freelink82
  - SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor82
  - Temperature Gauge82
  - Tire Pressure Monitor82
  - System Messages83
  - Customized Settings86
  - Default All89
  - Change Settings90
  - Meter Setup92
  - Language Selection93
  - Adjust Outside Temp. Display95
  - Elap. Time Reset Condition99
  - Lighting Setup101
  - Interior Light Dimming Time102
  - Headlight Auto off Timer104
  - Door Setup106
  - Auto Door Lock107
  - Door Lock Mode109
  - Keyless Lock Acknowledgement111
  - Security Relock Timer113
  - Auto Door Unlock115
  - Controls Near the Steering Wheel117
  - Windshield Wipers and Washers118
  - Rear Window Washer Only119
  - Rear Window Washer with Wiper119
- Turn Signals and Headlights120
  - Auto121
  - High Beams121
  - Automatic Lighting off Feature122
  - Daytime Running Lights123
  - Fog Lights123
- Instrument Panel Brightness124
  - Hazard Warning Button125
  - Rear Window Defogger125
  - Keys and Locks126
  - Steering Wheel Adjustments126
- Keys and Locks127
- Retractable Master Key127
- Immobilizer System128
- Ignition Switch129
  - Power Door Locks130
  - Childproof Door Locks131
  - Lockout Prevention131
  - Tailgate132
  - Unlocking the Tailgate133
- Remote Transmitter134
  - Remote Transmitter Care135
  - Replacing the Transmitter Battery135
  - Keyless Memory Settings137
  - Front Seat Power Adjustments138
  - Seats138
  - Adjusting the Head Restraint139
  - Head Restraints139
  - Removing the Head Restraint140
  - Active Head Restraints141
  - Armrests142
  - Folding the Rear Seats down142
- Seat Heaters145
- Power Windows146
  - Moonroof148
  - Auto (Moonroof)149
  - Auto Reverse (Moonroof)149
  - Adjusting the Power Mirrors150
  - Mirrors150
  - Heated Mirrors151
  - Reverse Tilt Door Mirror151
  - Driving Position Memory System152
  - Selecting a Memorized Position153
- Parking Brake154
- Ceiling Lights155
- Interior Lights155
  - Individual Map Lights156
  - Cargo Area Light157
  - Courtesy Lights157
- Interior Convenience Items158
  - Front Door Pockets159
  - Glove Box159
  - Beverage Holders160
  - Accessory Power Sockets161
  - Sun Visor161
  - Console Compartment162
  - Vanity Mirror162
  - Cargo Area Cover164
  - Features167
  - Climate Control System168
  - Using Automatic Climate Control169
  - Voice Control System169
  - Air Conditioning (A/C) Button170
  - Dual Button170
  - Fan Control/Temperature Control170
  - Semi-Automatic Operation (Climate Control)170
  - Rear Window Defogger Button171
  - Recirculation Button171
  - Windshield Defroster Button171
  - Mode Button172
  - To Turn Everything off172
  - Dual Temperature Control173
  - Temperature Control Buttons173
  - Climate Control Sensors175
  - Audio System176
  - Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models Without Navigation System)178
  - Preset179
  - Seek/Scan179
  - To Select a Station179
  - Tune179
  - Auto Select180
  - Adjusting the Sound181
  - Balance/Fader181
  - Treble/Bass181
  - Audio System Lighting182
  - Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)182
  - Subwoofer182
  - Playing the XM Radio (Models Without Navigation System)183
  - Disp/Mode184
  - Operating the XM Radio184
  - Seek/Skip (Category)184
  - To Select a Channel/Tune184
  - Scan185
  - XM Radio Display Messages186
  - Satellite Radio Signals187
  - Receiving XM Radio Service188
  - Playing Discs (Models Without Navigation System)189
  - Loading Cds in the Changer192
  - Playing an MP3/WMA Disc193
  - To Play a CD193
  - Name Display Function194
  - The Specifications for Compatible MP3 Files194
  - The Specifications for Compatible WMA Files194
  - Folder Selection195
  - Seek/Skip195
  - To Change or Select Tracks/Files195
  - Disc Repeat196
  - Folder Repeat196
  - Scan/Folder Scan196
  - Disc Scan197
  - Folder Random197
  - Random (Random Within a Disc)197
  - Removing Cds from the Changer198
  - To Pause a Disc198
  - To Stop Playing a Disc198
  - Disc Changer Error Messages (Models Without Navigation System)199
  - Playing an Ipod (Models Without Navigation System)201
  - Connecting an Ipod203
  - Text Data Display Function204
  - To Change or Select Files204
  - To Select a File from Ipod Menu204
  - Repeat205
  - Shuffle Album205
  - Shuffle All205
  - To Select Repeat or Shuffle Mode205
  - Disconnecting an Ipod206
  - To Stop Playing Your Ipod206
  - Ipod Error Messages (Models Without Navigation System)207
  - Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models Without Navigation System)208
  - To Play a USB Flash Memory Device209
  - The Specifications for Compatible AAC Files210
  - Connecting a USB Flash Memory Device211
  - To Select Repeat, Random or Scan Mode212
  - Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory Device214
  - To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device214
  - USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages215
  - Bluetooth Audio System (Models Without Navigation System)216
  - To Play Bluetooth Audio Files217
  - To Skip a File218
  - To Switch to HFL Mode218
  - To Turn off the Bluetooth Audio Mode219
  - Audio System (Models with Navigation System)220
  - Interface Dial220
  - Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models with Navigation System)221
  - Center/Subwoofer230
  - Dolby PL (Prologic) II230
  - Fader/Balance230
  - Playing the XM Radio (Models with Navigation System)232
  - Playing Discs (Models with Navigation System)243
  - Disc Changer Error Messages (Models with Navigation System)259
  - Protecting Your Discs261
  - Additional Information on Recommended Discs262
  - Playing an Ipod (Models with Navigation System)264
  - Ipod Error Messages (Models with Navigation System)273
  - Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with Navigation System)274
  - Playing a Usb Flash Memory Device (Models with Navigation System)275
  - USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models with Navigation System)283
  - Bluetooth Audio System (Models with Navigation System)284
  - FM/AM Radio Reception291
  - Remote Audio Controls293
  - Auxiliary Input Jack295
  - Radio Theft Protection296
  - Setting the Clock297
  - Security System298
  - Compass299
  - Compass Calibration300
  - Compass Zone Selection301
  - Cruise Control304
  - Changing the Set Speed305
  - Cancelling Cruise Control306
  - Resuming the Set Speed306
  - Homelink Universal Transceiver307
  - Training Homelink307
  - Homelink Universal Transceiver308
  - Bluetooth Handsfreelink310
  - HFL Buttons310
  - Voice Control Tips311
  - Bluetooth Handsfreelink Information Display312
  - Help Features (HFL)312
  - How to Use HFL314
  - Phone Setup317
  - To Pair a Cell Phone317
  - To Delete a Paired Phone318
  - To Hear the Names of All Paired Phones318
  - To Rename a Paired Phone318
  - To Change from the Currently Linked Phone to Another Paired Phone319
  - To Change the Pairing Code Setting319
  - To Hear Which Paired Phone Is Currently Linked319
  - To Make a Call Using a Name in the HFL Phonebook320
  - To Make a Call Using a Phone Number320
  - To Make a Call Using the Navigation System321
  - To Make a Call from an Imported Phonebook322
  - To Redial the Last Number Called by HFL322
  - Call Waiting324
  - Muting a Call324
  - Receiving a Call324
  - Transferring a Call324
  - Phonebook325
  - Send Numbers or Names During C Call325
  - To Delete a Name326
  - To Edit the Number Stored in a Name326
  - To List All Names in the Phonebook326
  - Import Cellular Phonebook327
  - On Models with Navigation System - Cellular Phone Options327
  - Store Specific Phone Number from Your Phone Directly to HFL Phonebook327
  - Search Imported Phonebook328
  - Delete Imported Phonebook330
  - PIN Number330
  - To Change the PIN to a New Number331
  - To Remove a PIN331
  - System Setup (HFL)332
  - To Set a 4-Digit Passcode to Lock the HFL System for Security Purposes332
  - To Activate or Deactivate the Auto Transfer Function333
  - To Change Your Security Pass Code333
  - To Select a Ring Tone/Prompt as the Incoming Call Notification333
  - Quick Language Selection (Canadian Models)334
  - To Clear the System (HFL)334
  - HFL Limitations335
  - Acuralink (U.S. Models Only)336
  - Reading Messages337
  - Deleting Messages339
  - Message Options339
  - Call Your Acura Dealer340
  - Delete/Voice/Call340
  - Diagnostic Info (Acura)340
  - Find Nearest Acura Dealer340
  - Acuralink/Message Screen341
  - Delete Messages341
  - New Message Notification341
  - Phone-Data Connection341
  - Connect to the Acura Server342
  - Message Categories342
  - Feature Guide343
  - Maintenance Minder (Acura)343
  - Quick Tips343
  - Automated Appointment344
  - Scheduled Dealer Appointment346
  - Recall/Campaigns348
  - Diagnostic Info349
  - Reminder Message350
  - Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display352
  - Rearview Camera Guide Line353
  - Before Driving355
  - Break-In Period356
  - Fuel Recommendation356
  - Refueling357
  - Service Station Procedures357
  - Tighten Fuel Cap Message358
  - Opening and Closing the Hood359
  - Oil Check360
  - Engine Coolant Check361
  - Fuel Economy362
  - Fuel Economy Factors363
  - Improving Fuel Economy363
  - Drive Efficiently364
  - Calculating Fuel Economy365
  - Checking Your Fuel Economy365
  - Accessories and Modifications366
  - Modifying Your Vehicle367
  - Carrying Cargo368
  - Load Limits369
  - Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area or on a Roof Rack371
  - Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Compartment371
  - Cargo Hooks/Hanger Bars372
  - Optional Cargo Net373
  - Driving375
  - Driving Guidelines376
  - Preparing to Drive377
  - Starting the Engine378
  - Check Starter System Message379
  - Automatic Transmission380
  - Shift Lever Position Indicators380
  - Shifting380
  - Neutral (N)381
  - Park (P)381
  - Reverse (R)381
  - Drive (D)382
  - Engine Speed Limiter382
  - S Position382
  - Shift Lock Release383
  - Driving with the Paddle Shifters384
  - Using the Paddle Shifters in the D Position (D-Paddle Shift Mode)384
  - Using the Paddle Shifters in the S Position (Sequential Shift Mode)386
  - Speed Ranges for Upshifting and Downshifting387
  - Recommended Shift Points388
  - Starting in Second Gear388
  - Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) System388
  - Parking390
  - Brake Pad Wear Indicators391
  - Braking System Design391
  - ABS Indicator392
  - Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)392
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)394
  - TPMS System Failure397
  - Changing a Tire with TPMS398
  - Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System (Electronic Stability Control)399
  - VSA and Tire Sizes400
  - VSA off Switch400
  - Total Trailer Weight401
  - Towing a Trailer401
  - Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR)402
  - Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)402
  - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)402
  - Tongue Load402
  - Checking Loads403
  - Hitches403
  - Safety Chains403
  - Towing Equipment and Accessories403
  - Trailer Brakes404
  - Trailer Lights404
  - Additional Towing Equipment405
  - Pre-Tow Checklist405
  - Driving Safely with a Trailer406
  - Making Turns and Braking407
  - Towing Speeds and Gears407
  - Backing up408
  - Driving on Hills408
  - Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting408
  - Parking with a Trailer408
  - Off-Highway Driving Guidelines409
  - Accelerating and Braking410
  - Avoiding Obstacles410
  - Check out Your Vehicle410
  - Driving on Slopes410
  - Crossing a Stream411
  - If You Get Stuck411
  - Maintenance413
- Maintenance Safety414
- Engine Oil Life415
- Maintenance Minder415
  - Maintenance Minder Messages416
  - Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items419
  - Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display419
  - Important Maintenance Precautions420
  - Owner's Maintenance Checks421
- Fluid Locations423
- Adding Engine Oil424
  - Required Engine Oil424
  - Engine Oil Additives425
  - Changing the Engine Oil and Filter426
  - Adding Engine Coolant428
- Windshield Washers430
- Automatic Transmission Fluid431
- Automatic Transmission Fluid432
- Brake Fluid433
- Power Steering Fluid434
  - Headlight Aiming435
  - Lights435
  - Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement435
  - Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb435
  - Replacing a Front Side Marker Light Bulb436
  - Replacing a Front Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulb436
  - Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Tailgate)437
  - Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Rear Pillar)438
  - Replacing a Front Fog Light Bulb439
  - Replacing a High-Mount Brake Light Bulb440
  - Replacing a Rear License Plate Light Bulb441
  - Side Turn Signal Lights441
  - Cleaning the Seat Belts442
  - Floor Mats442
  - Audio Antenna443
  - Dust and Pollen Filter443
  - Intercooler443
- Wiper Blades444
  - To Replace the Rear Wiper Blade446
  - Wheels447
  - Inflation Guidelines448
  - Tires448
  - Recommended Tire Pressures449
  - Tire Inspection449
  - Tire Maintenance450
  - Tire Service Life450
  - Replacing Tires and Wheels451
  - Tire Rotation451
  - Snow Tires452
  - Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels452
  - Winter Driving452
  - Tire Chains453
- Checking the Battery454
- Vehicle Storage456
- Taking Care of the Unexpected457
- Compact Spare Tire458
- Changing a Flat Tire459
- If the Engine Won't Start463
- Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates very Slowly463
- The Starter Operates Normally464
- Jump Starting465
- If the Engine Overheats467
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp470
- Brake System Indicator (Red)471
- Brake System Indicator - Amber472
- Fuses473
- Checking and Replacing Fuses474
- Fuse Locations477
- Secondary Fuse Box478
- Primary Fuse Box478
- Emergency Towing479
- Flat-Bed Equipment479
- Wheel-Lift Equipment479
- Technical Information481
- Identification Numbers482
- Specifications484
- DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)486
- Tire Labeling488
- Tire Size488
- Tire Identification Number (TIN)488
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation489
- Glossary of Tire Terminology489
- Evaporative Emissions Control System491
- Emissions Controls491
- Crankcase Emissions Control System491
- Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery492
- Exhaust Emissions Controls492
- PGM-FI System492
- Three Way Catalytic Converter492
- Three Way Catalytic Converter493
- Emissions Testing494
- Testing of Readiness Codes494
- Client Service Information498
- Warranty Coverages499
- Authorized Manuals501
- Index502
- Service Information Summary513

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Brand	Acura
Model	2010 RDX
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Language	English