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AUDIO BUTTON

DISC/AUX BUTTON

SEEK/SKIP BAR

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Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system)

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Features

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

2010 RDX

Table of Contents

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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